CC vs the TOS and more confusion

[Thimplum]

OK. First of all, I don't want you guys to think that I'm trying to use the TOS to bolster my disagreement with people who love clacks, etc,.

From the TOS

"Images/videos/etc. must not include any act of drug use, condone or celebrate drug use, or even imply drug use."

...

" Any discussion of, or reference to, obtaining; handling; and/or using narcotics and/or illegal use of prescription medications are expressly prohibited (for purposes of this clause, cannabis by-products not relating to industrial use are considered a narcotic)."

How do 'sticky-icky' clacks not celebrate drug use? I've seen a number of other posts here that do the same.

Again guys, I'm curious. Maybe I misread the TOS.

Also from the TOS

"Discussion of bodily functions, whether vulgar or humorous, is inappropriate for these forums."

The number of 7th grade innuendos in some of the threads here...

Also from the TOS

"Images/videos/etc. must not include [...] profanity."

Especially in the 'murica thread, there are lots of images with that stuff printed that pass right through the filter.

I'm probably going to get a lot of grief for posting this, but I'm just curious as to whether I read the TOS wrong.

[JPG]

It's not drug, it's hemp for making awesome cloth obviously.

Who cares anyway...

[Thimplum]

Who cares anyway...

I care. I'm waiting for a mod to clarify.

[JPG]

I am curious about how you define promote. Never even seen CC even mention the name. Never had he have any word towards it. Also, there's a recent GB (with UV dye sub) having a similar logo, why not  aim this one too?

Even if I was really concerned, I really see nothing that was wrong. Selling a key with a logo can't count as promoting anything, unless that thing is promoted directly by the seller and backed by the product itself.

[SpAmRaY]

Who cares anyway...

I care. I'm waiting for a mod to clarify.

Good luck with that.

[Game Theory]

It probably like my company's handbook for use when things get out of hand versus the relative normal chaos.

[Thimplum]

Ok guys. Good points.

What 'bout said innuendos? Why can they propagate so freely?

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

[Thimplum]

Me? I knew that I'd get a lot of grief...

[Photoelectric]

Sometimes I wonder why you've registered on GH, Thim... Most of your posts are barely keyboard-related, and now this?..

[Thimplum]

What an on topic post...

[tbc]

on topic, is there a clause that states rules are enforced at all times or just 'enforcable'?

[KangarooZombies]

What an on topic post...

How do you have so many posts yet ive never heard of you?

[Photekq]

Sometimes I wonder why you've registered on GH, Thim... Most of your posts are barely keyboard-related, and now this?..

Rude. <------- sarcasm, i realise now that you can't detect sarcasm over the internet. how daft of me.

[Michael]

Sometimes I wonder why you've registered on GH, Thim... Most of your posts are barely keyboard-related, and now this?..

We are all guilty of feeding trolls at times, i'm afraid.

[MOZ]

Please just close this thread mods, Thimplump is just flame bait here.

[ohgodpleaseno]

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

[vun]

Please just close this thread mods, Thimplump is just flame bait here.

I would argue that the point still stands, despite what people might think of the arguments used to support them. There are examples of what seems to be violations of the TOS, I won't get too into this discussion, but I think the point being made is valid and would like to see the mod response.

As for my own views on the matter; I'll try to keep them out of the discussion, I simply think that there is a point here and that there should at least be some clarification by a mod.

[Photekq]

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

I don't know what there is to discuss. They're TOS, not to be taken totally literally. They're there for, as Game Theory said, when things get out of hand.

Honestly, if this forum starts moderating 420 clacks, innuendos and pictures with profanity then the site will become pretty awful and I'll probably stop coming here.

[Photoelectric]

Sometimes I wonder why you've registered on GH, Thim... Most of your posts are barely keyboard-related, and now this?..

Rude.

It was meant to be a glaring hint that this member likes tossing oil into fire in a sneaky way in many instances in the past, and Id love to see some actual keyboard posts instead.  Threads like this have an obvious answer, and I don't see what good they do for the benefit of the forum.

[Photekq]

It was meant to be a glaring hint that this member likes tossing oil into fire in a sneaky way in many instances in the past, and Id love to see some actual keyboard posts instead.  Threads like this have an obvious answer, and I don't see what good they do for the benefit of the forum.

Sorry, the 'rude' was sarcastic. I say it a lot with people I know irl. I realise now there was no way of you knowing that, my bad (i was tired when i wrote that message, so excuse my stupidity)

What you said was correct.

[KangarooZombies]

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

I don't know what there is to discuss. They're TOS, not to be taken totally literally. They're there for, as Game Theory said, when things get out of hand.

Honestly, if this forum starts moderating 420 clacks, innuendos and pictures with profanity then the site will be become pretty awful and I'll probably stop coming here.

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[Halverson]

When I open up my vendor forum selling crack-cocaine...then we have an issue...and the TOS works.

[vun]

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

I don't know what there is to discuss. They're TOS, not to be taken totally literally. They're there for, as Game Theory said, when things get out of hand.

Honestly, if this forum starts moderating 420 clacks, innuendos and pictures with profanity then the site will be become pretty awful and I'll probably stop coming here.

I think the intent of this thread is to clarify if the mods see the TOS as a general guideline or not, as they are the ones moderating the forum after all. I would assume that they are there, as you said, for a general guideline for when things get out of hand, but what you and I think about it is of little importance as it it's not up to us to enforce them.

[Michael]

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

I don't know what there is to discuss. They're TOS, not to be taken totally literally. They're there for, as Game Theory said, when things get out of hand.

Honestly, if this forum starts moderating 420 clacks, innuendos and pictures with profanity then the site will be become pretty awful and I'll probably stop coming here.

Couldn't have said it better myself. A heavily moderated forum sticking to TOS to the tee, doesn't sound like a fun place at all. As long as the content isn't aimed to harm anyone, or the forum itself, I think we can take it
lightly.

[Photekq]

When I open up my vendor forum selling crack-cocaine...then we have an issue...and the TOS works.

This guy gets it

[demik]

somebody earned themselves a spot on the ignore list

[KangarooZombies]

somebody earned themselves a spot on the ignore list

OOH

WAS IT ME?!

[demik]

you are the weirdest bodyguard EVER.

[vun]

you are the weirdest bodyguard EVER.

being weird makes people keep their distance, easier to spot suspicious people getting too close
KangarooZombies is really a genius bodyguard

[KangarooZombies]

you are the weirdest bodyguard EVER.

[demik]

you are the weirdest bodyguard EVER.

being weird makes people keep their distance, easier to spot suspicious people getting too close
KangarooZombies is really a genius bodyguard

just yesterday he was plotting to kill me himself!

[vun]

you are the weirdest bodyguard EVER.

being weird makes people keep their distance, easier to spot suspicious people getting too close
KangarooZombies is really a genius bodyguard

just yesterday he was plotting to kill me himself!

Ok maybe he's not a genius after all

[Dubsgalore]

this thread...

If possible I would like to hear an authoritative answer on this one. I've only been a member for a short while but I've lurked long enough to know this is actually something to resolve.

I don't know what there is to discuss. They're TOS, not to be taken totally literally. They're there for, as Game Theory said, when things get out of hand.

Honestly, if this forum starts moderating 420 clacks, innuendos and pictures with profanity then the site will be become pretty awful and I'll probably stop coming here.

preach

[tjcaustin]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

[eth0s]

Since none of the mods have weighed in here, I can do it for them:

The views expressed by people who post photo's on this forum do not reflect the views of the moderators or the founders of geekhack.org.  Any items offered for sale on this forum are not endorsed by the moderators or the founders of geekhack.org.  If you are offended by any content, please contact a mod and it will be reviewed.  However, please note that you may be an overly sensitive weenie, who goes out of his way to find things to be upset about.  In which case, it is you who are the problem, and it is you who should be considered for banishment.

IMO, a leaf on a keycap is an expression of environmentalism and a "get back to nature" lifestyle.  Rugged individualism, and gritty toughness, and general outdoorsiness.   I cannot see how anybody could see a drug reference.  Besides, even if it was a drug reference, it would be to a substance that you can obtain with a prescription in most states, so long as you and your doctor determine that you need to consume said substance for medical reasons.  And I for one, am not going to sit here and let someone insult the integrity of 'Murican doctors, who work the greatest free-market capitalist system of healthcare on Earth.  They are great healers.  They are also kind, caring human beings one and all.   



Finally, in all seriousness, it is permissible to argue for a change in current law on an internet forum.  This is called "free speech" and it's protected by the 1st Amendment of the US Constitution.  This would fall under the category of "political speech".  And political speech is absolutely protected.  It is not illegal or untoward to put forth a position that advocates overturning an existing law.

[Photekq]

What a ****.

beloved CC?

I don't think you know much about tin )

[tjcaustin]

What a ****.

beloved CC?

I don't think you know much about tin )

I *might* have confused that part with zenuty.  The rest of what I said stands.

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

[tjcaustin]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

[demik]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

nah id blame it on people buying up stuff just to fit in.

seriously, was the second part needed dude?

[MOZ]

Since none of the mods have weighed in here, I can do it for them:

The views expressed by people who post photo's on this forum do not reflect the views of the moderators or the founders of geekhack.org.  Any items offered for sale on this forum are not endorsed by the moderators or the founders of geekhack.org.  If you are offended by any content, please contact a mod and it will be reviewed.  However, please note that you may be an overly sensitive weenie, who goes out of his way to find things to be upset about.  In which case, it is you who are the problem, and it is you who should be considered for banishment.

IMO, a leaf on a keycap is an expression of environmentalism and a "get back to nature" lifestyle.  Rugged individualism, and gritty toughness, and general outdoorsiness.   I cannot see how anybody could see a drug reference.  Besides, even if it was a drug reference, it would be to a substance that you can obtain with a prescription in most states, so long as you and your doctor determine that you need to consume said substance for medical reasons.  And I for one, am not going to sit here and let someone insult the integrity of 'Murican doctors, who work the greatest free-market capitalist system of healthcare on Earth.  They are great healers.  They are also kind, caring human beings one and all.   

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Finally, in all seriousness, it is permissible to argue for a change in current law on an internet forum.  This is called "free speech" and it's protected by the 1st Amendment of the US Constitution.  This would fall under the category of "political speech".  And political speech is absolutely protected.  It is not illegal or untoward to put forth a position that advocates overturning an existing law.

The one from the lawyer team strikes! Bam!

Great choice for the team, kawa!

[tjcaustin]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

P.S. time to lose some weight!

One, I fixed your personal attack, it was much too small for all the boys and girls to see properly.

Two, a fat joke?!  To me?  Well, ****, you've sunk my battleship.

No wait, I don't give weight (no pun intended) to when grown ups make fun of my weight, why would I give a crap about what a child thinks that asked me about anal and shemales?

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

nah id blame it on people buying up stuff just to fit in.

seriously, was the second part needed dude?

True true.

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

P.S. time to lose some weight!

One, I fixed your personal attack, it was much too small for all the boys and girls to see properly.

Two, a fat joke?!  To me?  Well, ****, you've sunk my battleship.

No wait, I don't give weight (no pun intended) to when grown ups make fun of my weight, why would I give a crap about what a child thinks that asked me about anal and shemales?

Everyone was a child, you were a child, mods were child and I'm still a child. But hey, isn't what you're doing now like a child? Calling people names out, insulting people, etc. Has you got any benefit? I would say no, nothing at all. You're just hurting the community.

[tjcaustin]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

P.S. time to lose some weight!

One, I fixed your personal attack, it was much too small for all the boys and girls to see properly.

Two, a fat joke?!  To me?  Well, ****, you've sunk my battleship.

No wait, I don't give weight (no pun intended) to when grown ups make fun of my weight, why would I give a crap about what a child thinks that asked me about anal and shemales?

Everyone was a child, you were a child, mods were child and I'm still a child. But hey, isn't what you're doing now like a child? Calling people names out, insulting people, etc. Has you got any benefit? I would say no, nothing at all. You're just hurting the community.

You mean "called you out on insulting someone"  But I understand, it's hard to be criticized.

[Turkishrambo]

Time for this thread to be locked

[demik]

Time for this thread to be locked

i disagree!

time to go here

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47916.0

[tinlong117]

What a ****.

Because he asked a question about your beloved CC?

Grow the hell up, child.  You aren't funny.  You're not witty, wacky or zany with your asinine out of the blue sex ****.  You're a child that thinks that using "grown up talk" makes you a grown up.

I don't even have a ****ing cc.

You're focusing on the wrong thing.  Even if you're talking about CC:

You still need to grow up and stop using grown up words just because you were told grown ups use them.  It's not funny, it's not cute and it's not endearing.

That's why GH is a sinking boat.

P.S. time to lose some weight!

One, I fixed your personal attack, it was much too small for all the boys and girls to see properly.

Two, a fat joke?!  To me?  Well, ****, you've sunk my battleship.

No wait, I don't give weight (no pun intended) to when grown ups make fun of my weight, why would I give a crap about what a child thinks that asked me about anal and shemales?

Everyone was a child, you were a child, mods were child and I'm still a child. But hey, isn't what you're doing now like a child? Calling people names out, insulting people, etc. Has you got any benefit? I would say no, nothing at all. You're just hurting the community.

You mean "called you out on insulting someone"  But I understand, it's hard to be criticized.

Whatever you want. If you think it is correct, than yes.

Mod edit: user was warned for this post