June 22nd 2009: The new Terms of Use are now applicable to all forums.***
Here is our draft for the new Terms of Use. Views and suggestions are welcome.
However, to avoid pages up and down full of nothingness, we ask that you ONLY post if you have anything NEW and relevant to bring to the table. Anything irrelevant will be removed without warning at the discretion of the administration/moderators.Terms of UseJune 20th 2009
Expectingrain.com (ER) wishes to be considered a responsible website. In order to participate you will therefore have to accept our Terms of Use to be a member of the forums (found at expectingrain.com/discussions). We want this to be a resource and a good place to be for all those interested in Dylan's work. If you do not wish to comply with the Terms of Use as follows, please do not register with the ER forums.
The ER website is dedicated to Bob Dylan. If you are not interested in Bob Dylan, you will most likely not visit here. When posting, we require that you are respectful of Bob Dylan's personal life and his family. Do not engage in discussions you would not be happy to have Mr. Dylan listen in on. You never know.
The most important thing is to act courteously towards your fellow members. Remember that being part of ER is a privilege, not a right!
§1 Good manners are required
§1.1 Illegally copied materials are not permitted
§1.2 Pornographic or provocative content is not permitted
§1.3 Spam, multilevel marketing, affiliate links etc. are not permitted
§1.4 Comply with moderators/administrators
§1.5 Complaints regarding moderators, other users etc. should be directed to administrator.
§1.6 Report inappropriate posts
§2 How to use the ER forums
§2.1 Only one account permitted
§2.2 Search first, ask later.
§2.3 Always use titles descriptive of content for new threads
§2.4 Post in the correct forum
§2.5 Use coherent language and punctuation
§2.6 Posts should have purpose
§2.7 Double posting or bumping is not allowed
§2.8 Signatures (disabled)
§2.9 Avatars should not be offensive
§2.10 Use quoting carefully §1 Good manners are requiredPersonal attacks, slander, public humiliation, ridicule, swearing, abusive language and other offensive expressions are not permitted. ER has a zero tolerance level for slander, abuse and generally bad behaviour.
§1.1 Illegally copied materials are not permitted Exchange of, or requests for exchanges of illegally copied materials, including but not limited to published music and software, is not permitted. Linking to websites that host or relay illegally made copies is not permitted.
§1.2 Pornographic or provocative content is not permitted ER should be safe for everyone. Pornographic and provocative content will be immediately deleted.
§1.3 Spam, multi-level marketing, affiliate links etc. are not permitted Marketing of commercial products or services, including but not limited to hidden advertising and multilevel marketing, is not permitted unless an agreement is in place with the website administrator. Other unwanted information, known as spam, is also not permitted. So-called ”affiliate” links where the link poster receives money, points, or other benefits when the links are clicked are not permitted in the ER forums without it being explicitly explained that the poster will receive benefits.
ER reserves the right to remove any information perceived to not be in accordance with this rule. ER has a zero tolerance level for spam and commercial marketing that has not been cleared with an administrator.
§1.4 Comply with moderators/administrators Moderators/administrators are present in the forums to ensure order and to correct unwanted behaviour. They are here to help you and the forum as a whole. Any correction or reprimand made by a moderator or administrator should be taken into account immediately. Moderating comments should under no circumstance be altered.
§1.5 Complaints regarding moderators, other users etc. should be directed to the administration Moderators are people like you, but they have agreed to help more actively in keeping order in the forums. They will not be available 100% of the time, but will do their best to respond to questions and complaints.
Any complaints about how moderators execute their job should be directed to an administrator via e-mail to
discussions@expectingrain.com. Complaints regarding moderators or any other users should under no circumstance be discussed in the forums – this should be resolved with an administrator.
§1.6 Report inappropriate posts Individual posts may be reported using the red exclamation mark button included in every post. The moderators will see the report and deal with it as they see fit.
§2 How to use the ER forums §2.1 Only one account permitted Do not register a new account if you already have one. Multiple accounts are deleted without warning.
§2.2 Search first, ask later Always check if there is an already existing thread regarding the topic you wish to discuss.
§2.3 Always use titles descriptive of content for new threads Always provide a descriptive title for any new thread you start. This will ensure you attract the right audience; it will also keep the forums neat and intelligible, and makes searching easier. Examples of titles not to use are ”Wow!!!!” or ”Why?”. If you are asking a question, use a question with a question mark in the title – not the opposite, which might deceive the reader.
§2.4 Post in the correct forum All threads should be posted in the correct forum. Every user has a responsibility to place threads correctly, to help make the forums easily navigable.
§2.5 Use coherent language and punctuation Always strive to write in an intelligible manner. The use of caps, exclamation marks and language should all be within reason. Excessive use of caps, exclamation marks, or ”chat” in the ER forums is undesirable.
§2.6 Posts should have purpose Do not post if you have nothing to contribute with. Posts should be aimed at improving our collective knowledge and well-being. Also, any post should be relevant to the thread it is posted to.
§2.7 Double posting is not allowed Never post the same thread in multiple forums. Double posting (posting twice in succession to oneself) should not occur. Edit your previous post if you have something you wish to add. The only exception to this is if you are reviving an old thread where you have new information. You can then add new information as a new post.
§2.8 Signatures (disabled) Please use your Profile to tell others about yourself. Quotes, images and such are better posted in a suitable thread.
§2.9 Avatars should not be offensive or invasive Avatars that are animated, offensive, pornographic, racist or violent will be deleted. Avatars mimicking those of the moderators or administrators will be deleted without warning.
§2.10 Use quoting carefully Quoting should only be used if it is absolutely necessary to repeat what someone else said in order to understand your post. Never quote when you are replying to the last post made to a thread. You should always edit your quote, so that only the portion you are referring to is used. Do not quote pictures. If someone posts to a thread while you are composing a response, you will be warned and given a chance to edit your post if necessary.
Specific Category Guidelines Each Category has a different purpose. Here is a brief introduction:
Bob Dylan - Strictly dedicated to topics on Bob Dylan himself; General Discussion, Theme Time Radio Hour, and Bob Dylan Tour.
Downloads - Requests, links and discussions related to Rare Dylan Recordings each have their separate forums. Make sure you post in the right one - read the descriptions. And remember: No Copyrighted material allowed!
Annex - This is the place for "everything else" and has a less formal atmosphere. However, the rules above still apply! No personal attacks accepted (this goes for members, artists, presidents, your neighbor etc...). Ridicule, spite, slander or slander directed at fellow members, trolling, pouring fuel on a fire - not permitted.
Information & Assistance - Self explanatory?
Consequences of not abiding by the rules Choosing not to abide by the ER forum rules may lead to you being permanently excluded from the forums.
Breaking the rules will entail warnings – should you choose not to take these warnings into account, you will first be banned for a short period. Warnings will always be made by administrators or moderators using PM or e-mail.
Rights By posting in the ER forums, you acknowledge ER's right to save and display the contents of your posts. ER reserves the right to amend posts when they do not comply with the ToUs as stated.
Draft 1 wrote:
Terms of UseJune 17th 2009
Expectingrain.com (ER) wishes to be considered a serious website. In order to participate you will therefore have to accept our Terms of Use to be a member of the forums (found at expectingrain.com/discussions). We want this to be a resource and a good place to be for all Dylan fans, old and new. If you do not wish to comply with the Terms of Use as follows, please do not register with the ER forums.
The ER website is dedicated to Bob Dylan. If you are not a fan of Bob Dylan, you will most likely not visit here. When posting, we require that you are respectful of Bob Dylan's personal life and his family. Do not engage in discussions you would not be happy discussing with Mr. Dylan over a cup of coffee.
The most important thing is to act courteously towards your fellow members. Remember that being part of ER is a privilege, not a right!
§1 Good manners are required
§1.1 Illegally copied materials are not permitted
§1.2 Pornographic or provocative content is not permitted
§1.3 SPAM, multilevel marketing, affiliate links etc. are not permitted
§1.4 Comply with moderators/administrators
§1.5 Complaints regarding moderators, other users etc. should be directed to administrator.
§1.6 Report inappropriate posts
§2 How to use the ER forums
§2.1 Only one account permitted
§2.2 Search first, ask later.
§2.3 Always use titles descriptive of content for new threads
§2.4 Post in the correct forum
§2.5 Use proper language and punctuation
§2.6 Posts should have meaning
§2.7 Double posting or bumping is not allowed
§2.8 Signatures should not be invasive
§2.9 Avatars should not be offensive
§2.10 Use quoting carefully
§1 Good manners are requiredPersonal attacks, slander, public humiliation, swearing, abusive language and other offensive expressions are not permitted. ER has a zero tolerance level for slander, abuse and generally bad behaviour.
§1.1 Illegally copied materials are not permittedExchange of, or requests for exchanges of illegally copied materials, including but not limited to published music and software, is not permitted. Linking to websites that host or relay illegally made copies is not permitted.
§1.2 Pornographic or provocative content is not permittedER should be safe for everyone. Pornographic and provocative content will be immediately deleted.
§1.3 SPAM, multi-level marketing, affiliate links etc. are not permittedMarketing of commercial products or services, including but not limited to hidden advertising and multilevel marketing, is not permitted unless an agreement is in place with the website administrator. Other unwanted information, known as spam, is also not permitted. So-called ”affiliate” links where the link poster receives money, points, or other benefits when the links are clicked are not permitted in the ER forums without it being explicitly explained that the poster will receive benefits.
ER reserves the right to remove any information perceived to not be in accordance with this rule. ER has a zero tolerance level for spam and commercial marketing that has not been cleared with an administrator.
§1.4 Comply with moderators/administratorsModerators/administrators are present in the forums to ensure order and to correct unwanted behaviour. They are here to help you and the forum as a whole. Any correction or reprimand made by a moderator or administrator should be taken into account immediately. Moderating comments should under no circumstance be altered.
§1.5 Complaints regarding moderators, other users etc. should be directed to the administrationModerators are people like you, but they have agreed to help more actively in keeping order in the forums. They will not be available 100% of the time, but will do their best to respond to questions and complaints.
Any complaints about how moderators execute their job should be directed to an administrator via e-mail to
discussions@expectingrain.com. Complaints regarding moderators or any other users should under no circumstance be discussed in the forums – this should be resolved with an administrator.
§1.6 Report inappropriate postsIndividual posts may be reported using the red exclamation mark button included in every post. The moderators will see the report and deal with it as they see fit.
§2 How to use the ER forums§2.1 Only one account permittedDo not register a new account if you already have one. Multiple accounts may be deleted without warning.
§2.2 Search first, ask laterAlways check if there is an already existing thread regarding the topic you wish to discuss.
§2.3 Always use titles descriptive of content for new threadsAlways provide a descriptive title for any new thread you start. This will ensure you attract the right audience; it will also keep the forums neat and intelligible, and makes searching easier. Examples of titles not to use are ”Wow!!!!” or ”Why?”. If you are asking a question, use a question with a question mark in the title – not the opposite, which might deceive the reader.
§2.4 Post in the correct forumAll threads should be posted in the correct forum. Every user has a responsibility to place threads correctly, to help make the forums easily navigable.
§2.5 Use proper language and punctuationWriting properly is important. The use of caps, exclamation marks and language should all be within reason. Excessive use of caps, exclamation marks, or ”chat” in the ER forums is language unsought.
§2.6 Posts should have meaningDo not post if you have nothing to contribute with. Posts should be aimed at improving our collective knowledge and well-being. Also, any post should be relevant to the thread it is posted to.
§2.7 Double posting or bumping is not allowedNever post the same thread in multiple forums. Double posting (posting twice in succession to oneself) should not occur. Edit your previous post if you have something you wish to add. The only exception to this is if you are reviving an old thread where you have new information. You can then add new information as a new post. A thread is ”old” when it has been inactive for one week.
§2.8 Signatures should not be invasiveYou may add a signature to each post you make. However, your signature should not be unnecessarily space-demanding, nor should it include images that may be offensive or invasive. Remember; the signature is repeated every single time you post.
§2.9 Avatars should not be offensive or invasiveAvatars that are offensive, animated, pornographic, racist or violent will be deleted. Avatars mimicking those of the moderators or administrators will be deleted without warning.
§2.10 Use quoting carefullyQuoting should only be used if it is absolutely necessary to repeat what someone else said in order to understand your post. Never quote when you are replying to the last post made to a thread. You should always edit your quote, so that only the portion you are referring to is used. Avoid quoting pictures; there is no need to enforce more scrolling that necessary.
Specific Category GuidelinesEach Category has a different purpose. Here is a brief introduction:
Bob Dylan - Strictly dedicated to topics on Bob Dylan himself; General Discussion, Theme Time Radio Hour, and Bob Dylan Tour.
Downloads - Requests, links and discussions related to Rare Dylan Recordings each have their separate forums. Make sure you post in the right one - read the descriptions. And remember: No Copyrighted material allowed!
Annex - This is the place for "everything else" and has a less formal atmosphere. However, the rules above still apply! No personal attacks accepted (this means both members, artists, presidents, your neighbour etc...). Sarcasm, spite, slander, trolling, pouring fuel on a fire - not permitted.
Information & Assistance - Self explanatory?
Consequences of not abiding by the rulesChoosing not to abide by the ER forum rules may lead to you being permanently excluded from the forums.
Breaking the rules will entail warnings – should you choose not to take these warnings into account, you will first be banned for a short period. Warnings will always be made by administrators or moderators using PM or e-mail.
CopyrightBy posting to the ER forums you acknowledge the copyright of all materials in this website – besides external companies logos and trademarks – belongs to ER. Upon posting in the forums you transfer the perdurable and exclusive right for ER to, without compensation, use and edit your forum posts.
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er, participle...easy to see how posts which don't even bother to punctuate or speak in coherent sentences could be considered an eyesore. Someone's got to make that decision, not every conceivable event can be spelled out in the rules beforehand.
