Why I won't subscribe

[MR_Candyman]

The lurker thing worries me tbh.. I'd rather that frequent "guests" register. But I don't know why they don't! We always have a much higher amount of guests than logged in members in the forums :/

Everybody has their reasons. I think shyness plays a large role in why people don't though. They don't want to look like a fool when they ask a question that might be stupid, or they are trying to learn from reading already established posts. Neowin is a great community, but we're also a great resource of information. I also have to admit, sometimes when people ask a simple question, we sometimes get members pointing out how they should already know this information, or to google it. I know I used to occasionally pull that attitude, but now I'd rather just help out from the get-go. It's better on people's self-esteem, it helps them out, and it makes the community look more inviting.

I figure if we try to make these little efforts, then we'll attract more people and make the community grow even more.

[Steven P. Administrators]

Yeah, our highest referrer is Google, so its safe to assume the lurkers came here from a Google (search) link, and then being told to Google it again seems a bit redundant :p

[deactivated01032015]

The lurker thing worries me tbh.. I'd rather that frequent "guests" register. But I don't know why they don't! We always have a much higher amount of guests than logged in members in the forums :/

The situation is similar on other forums. As previous poster said, many people visit forum just to read already answered questions.

[+Frank B. Subscriber²]

Everybody has their reasons. I think shyness plays a large role in why people don't though. They don't want to look like a fool when they ask a question that might be stupid, or they are trying to learn from reading already established posts. Neowin is a great community, but we're also a great resource of information. I also have to admit, sometimes when people ask a simple question, we sometimes get members pointing out how they should already know this information, or to google it. I know I used to occasionally pull that attitude, but now I'd rather just help out from the get-go. It's better on people's self-esteem, it helps them out, and it makes the community look more inviting.

I figure if we try to make these little efforts, then we'll attract more people and make the community grow even more.

Seconded. Helping people instead of yelling 'JFGI!' is the key to attracting more members.

[Examinus]

If you dont like it then feck off to your silly washing machine forum.

This. I like this.

[Lucas]

I personally do not care for even one of the features Neowin gives me by subscribing. I just did it cause I've been reading tech news here for years and I like the way it has been evolving, I'd like too see more news and important information on products, but it can't have everything.

[deactivated_]

I didn't even know all those other subscriber features even existed. I subscribe to help pay for server costs, that's it. Thanks for the list though. =) I'll have to look into the perks.

[iamwhoiam]

Look, I subscribed as well :shiftyninja:

How's the old food? :whistle:

[bjoswald]

If you can't suck it up and deal with what you get for free, then maybe you should move on to other forums. Nobody is twisting your arm to stay here.

[ShiFteDReaLitY]

I was a subscriber a little after they first introduced it i believe... been a while. I think i will renew that again to show some support for Neowin. And because we all love Neobond! (dont lie u know u do)

[Ayepecks]

You have almost 7000 posts on this forum and you feel you don't need to support it even a little bit? Who cares about what you get for subscribing. It's supporting a forum that you post on quite regularly. Such a weird attitude to take. :wacko:

Just IMO, but I have thousands of posts and I support the site by visiting, giving them increased money for ad banners. I'm not going to pay money to support every single site I visit. For those that do subscribe, kudos.

[thechronic]

I have repped you ozgeek, but for one reason. i respect that you have your own opinion. however i reserve the right to disagree.

[ozgeek]

It's a very good idea to always read through a tread if you are going to post in it because the situation have changed on page 13. To quote what I said on page 13:

So indirectly making this thread, I made people subscribe lol. :D

After so many people say they subscribe to support, I'm inclind to include myself as well. On this thursday, I might subscribe to the first tier.

Neowin has been a great support forum for me. I have been visiting this forum everyday and I did mean everyday. Every time I get on my computer every morning I click on my Neowin forums bookmark link and read new stuff. I have posted for help and have received help. After some people here noticed that I am "one-sided minded", I decided to "grow up" and give back what I benefit so much since 2003 (when I signed up). *Me waits for Thursday.*

[MR_Candyman]

Ya, people don't read replies at all. It's like the japanese teacher wanting to sleep with chinese students topic. It was fake and I debunked it part way in, yet people just didnd't read

[Neowinian]

I bought my subscription before posting my first post. The reason I bought it is because I do not like viewing advertisements that much so I do not mind supporting the site by paying for a subscription which allows these to be removed. I also do like some of the other perks as they can be useful. I have yet to start a blog but I am not one to blog, I just prefer to read through them. I do not think anything needs to be added to the subscription packages either as they are pretty decent for the price, I have been on several forum which charge $11-16 dollars a month [never mind for a year] for a premium package and you got hardly anything for it. Overall I think the subscriptions here at neowin are excellent and they are not forced upon the members.

[Tanoru]

You have almost 7000 posts on this forum and you feel you don't need to support it even a little bit?

I'd be the same. I wouldn't subscribe unless there was a worthwhile benefit.

Members who have been here for a long time shouldn't feel pressured to contribute.

[Rappy Veteran]

I first subscribed way back in 2004 and I have ever since, its nice to give back! (Y)

[+Gary7 Subscriber²]

I first subscribed way back in 2004 and I have ever since, its nice to give back! (Y)

I don't see your subscriber badge. :laugh: :whistle:

[Keine Lust]

Everybody has their reasons. I think shyness plays a large role in why people don't though. They don't want to look like a fool when they ask a question that might be stupid, or they are trying to learn from reading already established posts. Neowin is a great community, but we're also a great resource of information. I also have to admit, sometimes when people ask a simple question, we sometimes get members pointing out how they should already know this information, or to google it. I know I used to occasionally pull that attitude, but now I'd rather just help out from the get-go. It's better on people's self-esteem, it helps them out, and it makes the community look more inviting.

I figure if we try to make these little efforts, then we'll attract more people and make the community grow even more.

+1 It took me quite a while to even register. Shyness is probably the no. 1 reason why I don't post a lot.

[Rappy Veteran]

I don't see your subscriber badge. :laugh: :whistle:

well the MVC overrules the Sub badge ;)

[bruNo_]

It's a very good idea to always read through a tread if you are going to post in it because the situation have changed on page 13. To quote what I said on page 13:

Gonna check you're a subscriber tomorrow morning. (It's almost 10pm here in Brazil). LOL

j/k

[ozgeek]

bingo :) See told ya all.

[Grunt]

HAHA You are now a sheep... oh wait

[MR_Candyman]

bingo :) See told ya all.

There, have a rep point ;)

[+Anarkii Subscriber²]

Repped ya Oz for bein a Aussie :p annnd for Subbing, well done mate (Y)