GMC Slang

[scott shean]

At the risk of becoming a lightning rod for those that use the
term "Lurkers", I think we should change the title to something
less offensive.

I have been a GMC lover since the beginning, and an owner since
1982. When I first learned of the GMCnet, I subscribed to the
digest. It was a rewarding experience to get a daily dose of the
commentary about one of my favorite subjects (GMC motorhomes).
As a long time owner, I had much experience with the maintenance
and diagnosis of the common GMC MH problems. Frequently, as I
read the digest, I would know the answer to a GMCnetter's
question. But while reading the rest of the digest, I would see
that someone else had already answered the question. Therefore,
there was little reason for me to comment. As such, I enjoyed a
lot of GMC posts, but contributed little. I think that all
"digest" subscribers are faced with the same dilemma.
Furthermore, if we choose to call these people "Lurkers", we will
distance them further from contributing.

This GMCnet has been a great resource of information for all of
us. I challenge this group to come up with a replacement for the
negative term "Lurker".

Scott Shean
Baton Rouge, LA
78 Royale

 

[darren paget]

QP's Quietly participating Darren

> At the risk of becoming a lightning rod for those that use the
> term "Lurkers", I think we should change the title to something
> less offensive.
>
> I have been a GMC lover since the beginning, and an owner since
> 1982. When I first learned of the GMCnet, I subscribed to the
> digest. It was a rewarding experience to get a daily dose of the
> commentary about one of my favorite subjects (GMC motorhomes).
> As a long time owner, I had much experience with the maintenance
> and diagnosis of the common GMC MH problems. Frequently, as I
> read the digest, I would know the answer to a GMCnetter's
> question. But while reading the rest of the digest, I would see
> that someone else had already answered the question. Therefore,
> there was little reason for me to comment. As such, I enjoyed a
> lot of GMC posts, but contributed little. I think that all
> "digest" subscribers are faced with the same dilemma.
> Furthermore, if we choose to call these people "Lurkers", we will
> distance them further from contributing.
>
> This GMCnet has been a great resource of information for all of
> us. I challenge this group to come up with a replacement for the
> negative term "Lurker".
>
> Scott Shean
> Baton Rouge, LA
> 78 Royale

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Darren Paget
76 Experimental
Another Fab Day
http://www.TZEplus.com

 

[ron & gina]

Hi Glenn,

I liked your NPP's don't know why, But it put a smile on my face.(might not
be good tho cause I know how I think) Also liked Darrens QP's, And Lookers.
But I don't think Lurkers is offensive, just my opinion. I believe if they
want to say something they will, otherwise they will gather all this good
info, And sooner or later some will return their info which will help all on
the good-ol-GMCnet.
....NPL's...... Non Posting Lookers.....

Ron

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Sent: Tuesday, January 04, 2000 11:06 AM
Subject: RE: GMC: GMC Slang

> In a message dated 00-01-04 02:19:17 EST, Scott Shean"

>
> less offensive. >>
>
> Hi Scott,
>
> I've never found the term to be offensive. In fact, I "lurk" most of the
> time. The dictionary shows it's mostly a negative term but also throws in
> "quiet and watchful..." and that's where I am most of the time. But, I
have
> a basically positive attitude.
>
> We could change "lurkers" to "lookers" if that would make everyone feel
> better. I even thought about calling us "Non-Posting Participants" --
NPPs.
> Then, being a Digest "lurker" (present tense), I saw Darren's suggestion
for
> calling us QPs -- "Quiet Particaipants." Not far off from what I was
> thinking.
>
> However, I don't think it matters how we refer to the non-posting readers.
> What we call them is not going to encourage them to speak up. Cordiality,
> encouragement and non-intimidating responses are what's gonna do it if
> anything will. And, let's face it, some are just better listeners than
> talkers. Some, we may never hear from; it's just their nature. But we
need
> them in the GMC community... and on the Black List. We never know when we
> might see them face-to-face and learn some of what they have to contribute
to
> our GMC knowledge. I've met several like that, ones I've never seen on
the
> GMCnet, and have never failed to benefit from it.
>
> This has turned to rambling, but, in short, I don't think we need to be
> concerned about what's in a name. Other factors are more important to
> encourage more participation and to make "lurkers/lookers" feel their
> feedback is welcome and very important to us all. Change the name if you
> want, but I think "Lurker" is kinda cute.
>
> My .02 cents.
>
> Glenn
> 78 Kingsley II
> Independence, OR

 

[ericgmc]

I agree.

The GMC Artist formerly known as
Lurker

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