User:Terramex
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The Procooling Forum Users:
Considering what has been said it is not an easy task to define who or what the procooling user is. It is an aggregation of so many things, and each take a different approach to the forum. As it is guided to a more technical discussion, some members stay outside the more lit threads, or should, as it becomes, many times, incoherent to the normal user.
• Occasional User
As pointed out, the occasional user is not particularly interested in being a very pro active member as he, for reasons not known to us, has neither the time nor interest to do so. Don’t know what’s wrong with him, seriously. The user seldom logs in and applies a technique very difficult to master, unless you’re not trying to: the diagonal method of reading. This method discards most of the threads with big words, large or numerous paragraphs and the absence of pictures. These users are more interested in the simple conclusions given by the credible, called experts, users, or with larger post count. Whichever comes up with the “it’s like this, see?” type phrase first.
“And that means… what?” – Someone who’s really lost.
It’s the tests, the block constructions, that attracts them, like moths to a bulb (and we all know that’s funny), as the images and graphics are easy to understand, the majority, and for someone with a quest for a “no brainer”, it’s considerably easier than engaging in a discussion which, with a very high probability, will come down to about half a dozen different opinions, plus a jackass, leading from a “no brainer” to a “where’s that TV remote”.
It’s chips, not fries, give it a rest.
Note: Joe Six-Pack. To differentiate from the forum owner Joe, let’s refer to these users as J6 to avoid further confusions, and having the writer banned for being an ass.
• The J6 type user.
Admittedly the forum has many things going for it, and for the J6 user. This user logins often, but maintains a distance to certain, more complex, subjects as he is unwilling, unknowing, or afraid of commenting on them and look stupid in front of everybody. Usually the latter, witch works for us.
“I’m not touching that with a 10 foot pole.” – Some guy who, not lost, is not exactly sure where he’s at.
You can also assume that not always happens, as the J6 user likes to be the center of attention, sometimes, and can commit himself onto a discussion where he has no clue on the direction to take. When this happens, all logic goes out the window, as he does not wish to loose face, or so simply loose. On occasion he posts, gives an opinion, pondered, as he has already read an article or thread which the subject was similar, if not equal. These recurring question threads are very frequent, as the internet users keep forgetting there is a search function on just about any website… which is excellent for the J6 user, has he can submit himself as the knowable user backed by links and pretty pictures, and score points.
“Dude, I’m pretty damn sure.” – Some guy who is really sure.
Another reason for the J6 to keep coming back is the forum technical jargon. He is more than willing to learn it, and find situations on which to use it in context… preferably in company of friends, the opposite sex or both. Never the less, it usually backfires, as there is always someone to call his bluff. Rough words are changed, making everybody laugh, and forget about any of it, because it’s a bore anyway, and nobody really “gets it”.
This notes that the J6 user understands little of the female sex, as the words “Impingement” or “Electrolyzes” have a negative effect difficult to discern, to him.
“It’s thermodynamics. You can’t even make this stuff up.” – Some guy, who can.
However, as J6 has already made perfectly clear, the use of substances, such as alcohol or marijuana, can have devastating effects on his credibility. Posting while intoxicated, which unfortunately, has become very common on forums.
“Itzzz teh funni man, luk at teh purdy tig!!!11!!!1!!!” – Some guy on something or too much time on IRC.
On occasion the J6 user will actually learn something.
An advantage of using the forum is that with all the input it gets, he will eventually pay some degree of attention. Although it requires a considerable amount of very repetitive and similar threads, he comes around and accepts the current dogma. But that’s not always a good thing. If, by any chance (usually), there is a change of concept in such dimension, that any information or data in effect counters what he has learned by hammering, he may become impervious to it.
“Right, I get it, copper is better than aluminum, whatever.“ – Some guy who doesn’t get it.
Last some J6 users will most definitely read the trolling and personal attacks, has they love a good soap, and have plenty of space for petty hate and backstabbing. Taking sides on these threads is a difficult task, which requires a good grasp of how much annoyance can be created by attacking either side, and choosing the one that creates the most animosity. These J6 users also have a natural ability, which defies Darwin, on how to home in on such threads and pick the side that has less logic. One of the traits of these is the capability to burn to a crisp any argument, without the use of rationality and be able to reproduce results on different websites and forums, in a cascade form.
“Bullshit!” – Just about everybody, and that guy.
• The Weathered User
Wile the J6 user has a more light approach to the forum, the WU has not. He has considerable more experience and demands a high standard on the forum, and automatically assumes that everybody has, at least, the same minimum standards. The problem is that no one, except him, knows what those standards are, and sometimes, not even him, as he has the uncanny ability to contradict himself, and then realize it, just a little late on the thread. These users are more than willing to jump in on any subject, as they feel as they are capable to tackle any discussion, or have the capability for clarification for that matter, due to their extended knowledge, at least in comparison with Joe Six-Pack user.. Obviously this has several pro’s and con’s, as is depends on the user personality, writing, and ability to irritate while being oblivious to it. But on a general rule they are a good source of information, can make comprehensive posts explaining several concepts backed with reasonable data, and sometimes explain the do’s and do dont’s.
“No, no, like this...” – Some guy who has time and patience.
Unfortunately there are times that they simply are unable to comprehend what’s being asked, completely confusing all the J6 users, the inquirer, and sometimes themselves, with loads of non information, defamation and common “bitching”. And in the process alienate everyone, gaining a timeout in the corner for not being nice. Also see the term Bann Nation.
“Can’t you **** read? I ALREADY SAID SO. Go read a book, moran.” – Some annoyed guy.
Anyway, these users are usually faster learners, mostly, and openly debate points and theories, and make meaningful interventions on the forum, when they’re not being dicks (see above). They seem to be able, occasionally, to point out flaws and generate discussions on them, and submit decent ideas and conclusions, based on presented data, and/or opinions. Not all of them though, as some appear to be somewhat, lazy, even when the conclusion is in bold, italic, surrounded by a flashing square with a neon arrow, quoted and after three or four people point it out.
“If I’m reading that chart correctly, it’s safe to assume that the B one is more appropriate.” – Some other guy that paid attention.
The weathered user also enjoys a good deal of other subjects, which make the forum extend itself to other areas, such as case modding, radio controlled cars, or pro-boobies. On a more particular note, the boobies, as they seem to be an all-time favorite.
These users are considerably dexterous as they are able to construct apparatus that defy gravity, thermodynamics, light and all common sense.
• The Über User
As you may already suspect, the Über user is scientifically different from the others.
“Back off man, I’m a scientist” – Dr. Pete Venkman.
“We where on the verge of the abyss but took one step further.” – Dan Quayle.
However, due to their nature, they are less active, as they know better or they actually have a life, or seem to fake it exceptionally well. They also don’t waste time restating the obvious, most of the time anyway, as that is usually the job of the Joe Six-Pack and Weathered users of the forum.
“Why do we have to go over this again, over and over?” – Some guy who is right.
Jumping on a thread or a particular subject from these users should be taken with a little concern as they have a tendency to overreact to simple inquiries giving a full analytical response to a “two lumps or one” questions. The atomic weight is not required, thank you.
Admittedly sometimes there is a necessity to clarify, but when it involves having a master degree, a workshop or actually getting up from the couch and setting the laptop on the table, attention is irrevocably lost.
Due to their experience, these users are somewhat cynical on the whole agenda in general, and a little skeptical on any new product that shows up. The calibrated eye analyses of any user or website is broken down in detail as all the flaws and misconceptions and errors are pointed out, and again, with a conclusion of lack of validation on any, if not all previous works, giving a headache to everybody else, need for aspirins and/or beer, preferably the latter.
These caustic developments are a focal point, as many wait for the disassembly like seagulls. This takes bashing to a new level, a respectable one, where there is not only the capability, but the necessity of such, in name of truth. Whose truth still remains in metaphysical concept.
Leaving for last is a very particular type of user.
• The Minion.
The minion is a user with a particular purpose in the forum that adopts an Über user as the carrier of absolute truth. They flock to worship his technical vastness. As they are spineless before the Über, they submit themselves to any teachings or ideas. They are, there for, permeable by any incongruence stated and defend them with blood and soul. These are dangerous users as they are more than willing to start an argument with the sole purpose of flaming any that falls in their trap, pointing out any weak spots and, independently of validation of any arguments, bring out the worse in the user, making him look like a forum troll, damaging his credibility. A very powerful weapon indeed, these minions.
“You know shit. **** YOU.” – Some Minion.
The worse case scenario is, without question, when the Über decides to use the minions as leverage, spreading his influence in different forums, propagating misconceptions and misinformation, and, profusely rubbed in by the minions.
“Where the big players make the big dollars.” – Idiot Galore.
