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WebFire
Posts: 14,779
Oct 2, 2012 10:27pm
I think posting girls in clothes being against the rules is ridiculous. Foul language should be allowed, there are filters for that. I think the personal attacks need to be monitored, but sometimes it goes too far. If someone is being an asshole, someone should be able to tell them.
I guess it just seems the OC is selling out a bit from what it was created for. I understand the necessity of the ads, so I guess I blame AdSense.
I guess it just seems the OC is selling out a bit from what it was created for. I understand the necessity of the ads, so I guess I blame AdSense.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Oct 2, 2012 11:04pm
The rules are fine, it's the gross interpretation of the rules and the inconsistency of the moderation staff that is the problem. Also, C4F making up rules that the discussion has to go the way he wants too.
O-Trap
Posts: 14,994
Oct 3, 2012 12:09am
They are indeed the reason for a lot of the rules.WebFire;1285810 wrote:I blame AdSense.
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 3, 2012 6:35am
justincredible;1285343 wrote:You're over thinking it. It the biggest, most common way websites make money. It's been going on for years. It works.
???Note my first words were "most likely true". I understand it "works". It's why it works that I don't understand. Why people would see an add and actually give it merit is what I don't get. The desire to get more, want more, have more meaninless, useless crap.....I don't get it.
GoChiefs
Posts: 16,754
Oct 3, 2012 6:49am
Con_Alma;1285896 wrote:The desire to get more, want more, have more meaninless, useless crap.....I don't get it.
So you own only things that are essential to survival? You have no meaningless, useless crap?
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 3, 2012 6:51am
uhhh. no. I don't know what that has to do with my statement of being out of touch with internet ads and their effectiveness.GoChiefs;1285899 wrote:So you own only things that are essential to survival? You have no meaningless, useless crap?
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Gblock
Oct 3, 2012 7:33am
I see another waiver to sign coming lol
justincredible
Posts: 32,056
Oct 3, 2012 9:10am
See O-Trap's posts above and realize that not everyone thinks like you.Con_Alma;1285900 wrote:uhhh. no. I don't know what that has to do with my statement of being out of touch with internet ads and their effectiveness.
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 3, 2012 9:27am
My God, I hope that not everyone think s like me, nor even like you!
O'trap's posts have no reference of me being out of touch with internet ads and their effectiveness.
You do understand that my comments are about me being out of touch wth internet ads as opposed to internet ads themsleves don't you?
O'trap's posts have no reference of me being out of touch with internet ads and their effectiveness.
You do understand that my comments are about me being out of touch wth internet ads as opposed to internet ads themsleves don't you?
O-Trap
Posts: 14,994
Oct 3, 2012 10:36am
That's what you think, but it might just be your view of the banner ads in general. It doesn't necessarily mean you're out of touch.Con_Alma;1286032 wrote:My God, I hope that not everyone think s like me, nor even like you!
O'trap's posts have no reference of me being out of touch with internet ads and their effectiveness.
You do understand that my comments are about me being out of touch wth internet ads as opposed to internet ads themsleves don't you?
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Oct 3, 2012 10:39am
See "birchbox".Con_Alma;1285896 wrote:???Note my first words were "most likely true". I understand it "works". It's why it works that I don't understand. Why people would see an add and actually give it merit is what I don't get. The desire to get more, want more, have more meaninless, useless crap.....I don't get it.
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 3, 2012 10:46am
?????O-Trap;1286107 wrote:That's what you think, but it might just be your view of the banner ads in general. It doesn't necessarily mean you're out of touch.
Based on what you posted my view is your view because it was baed on statistics.
My belief of me being out of touch is based on a lack of understanding with regards to why someone would be so willing to be subject to others actions when it comes to purchasing products.
Unless branding or reducing buyers remorse, if ads are effective they inspire action on a potential consumers part. That's not something I understand with regards to why people would desire that.
O-Trap
Posts: 14,994
Oct 3, 2012 10:50am
And that's fair. We all have personal perspective that sometimes doesn't fit within the ideal demographic. I feel the same way, personally, about ads in most cases.Con_Alma;1286122 wrote:?????
Based on what you posted my view is your view because it was baed on statistics.
My belief of me being out of touch is based on a lack of understanding with regards to why someone would be so willing to be subject to others actions when it comes to purchasing products.
Unless branding or reducing buyers remorse, if ads are effective they inspire action on a potential consumers part. That's not something I understand with regards to why people would desire that.
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 3, 2012 11:29am
It does not surprise me that you understand. Of all of those who participate on this forum I respect you for your willingness and ability to do so.O-Trap;1286125 wrote:And that's fair. We all have personal perspective that sometimes doesn't fit within the ideal demographic. I feel the same way, personally, about ads in most cases.
Heretic
Posts: 18,820
Oct 4, 2012 12:05pm
Having meaningless, useless crap such as luxury items distracts one from their true purpose, which is to put food on the table and save a little for future generations. Anything else detracts from the plan.GoChiefs;1285899 wrote:So you own only things that are essential to survival? You have no meaningless, useless crap?
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Oct 4, 2012 2:20pm
If I have the means to purchase useless crap why not purchase useless crap. Each month I have a certain amount that I put into a retirement plan as well as a amount I put into my stock portfolio. After I have done this and paid my bills I'm left with disposable income. I don't have kids or plan on having kids so why not enjoy myself and purchase some unnecessary but enjoyable products. If I see a interesting Internet ad I will click on it and learn more and maybe spend some of my money on some useless shit.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Oct 4, 2012 2:38pm
Depends on what you define the human experience as, I'm trying to enjoy this fleeting whirlwind we call existence while I can.Heretic;1287082 wrote:Having meaningless, useless crap such as luxury items distracts one from their true purpose, which is to put food on the table and save a little for future generations. Anything else detracts from the plan.
O-Trap
Posts: 14,994
Oct 4, 2012 2:41pm
Hedonism, or is there no morality tied to it?I Wear Pants;1287205 wrote:Depends on what you define the human experience as, I'm trying to enjoy this fleeting whirlwind we call existence while I can.
Heretic
Posts: 18,820
Oct 4, 2012 2:43pm
Oh, that was just my sarcastic asshole take on ConAlma's more detached, logical stance on things. Personally, I try to live by the Eric Cartman "I DO WHAT I WANT!!!" philosophy as much as possible without actively hurting others.I Wear Pants;1287205 wrote:Depends on what you define the human experience as, I'm trying to enjoy this fleeting whirlwind we call existence while I can.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Oct 4, 2012 5:10pm
Heretic;1287210 wrote:Oh, that was just my sarcastic asshole take on ConAlma's more detached, logical stance on things. Personally, I try to live by the Eric Cartman "I DO WHAT I WANT!!!" philosophy as much as possible without actively hurting others.
I do the same, except I actively try to hurt others. It's fun, give it a try!
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Oct 4, 2012 6:46pm
That makes more sense.Heretic;1287210 wrote:Oh, that was just my sarcastic asshole take on ConAlma's more detached, logical stance on things. Personally, I try to live by the Eric Cartman "I DO WHAT I WANT!!!" philosophy as much as possible without actively hurting others.
All you have to do is find a masochist and you both can satisfy your needs!like_that;1287320 wrote:I do the same, except I actively try to hurt others. It's fun, give it a try!