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On Tue, Nov 4, 2014 at 7:34 AM, Schulkins, Joe < [log in to unmask]> wrote: > To be honest I absolutely hate the whole reputation and badge system for > exactly the reasons you outline, but I can't deny that I do find the family > of Stack Exchange sites extremely useful and by comparison Listservs just > seem very archaic to me as it's all too easy for a question (and/or its > answer) to drop through the cracks of a popular discussion. Are Listservs > really the best way to deal with help? I would even prefer a Drupal site... > The advantage of a list that gets pushed out to everyone is that it is an ongoing conversation that helps the community keep connected and grow. Even if technical assistance is a part of that conversation, I see that as a secondary benefit. That basic questions get repeated and that questions/answers sometimes get off track is not a problem. Quite the opposite, this format draws more people into the conversation and makes it easier for them to connect with others, contribute, and be inspired to do more. kyle