Thanks To Mods For Clean-up

[mso489]

Thanks to the mods for clean-up of the five or six spam messages in Chinese characters that clogged the current discussion this morning. Sad but steady characteristic of the 'net as we know it. Many consider that their full-time job, and some make a living with it, alas.

 

[Casual]

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[shanez]

I don't care for spam either but the responses are getting quite entertaining.

 

[python]

You guys are welcome. It may not get done instantly, but it will get done.

 

[mso489]

Some of the posts in response are pretty funny, or deservedly ornery. Some or most of this isn't even posted by people directly but some busy 'bot. Technology devouring its offspring.

 

[BROBS]

They call me at work too! Apparently our Google business listing is out of date!!! OMG!!

 

[ssjones]

I'm still grappling with how to use the new moderation tools, but we do get notified on every log in for spam reports. That particular bum was relentless,but eventually was banned. We probably stop on average, 2-3 spammers per day, at signup (system recognizes potential spammers based on their email, ISP, name, etc.) But, some slip through. The best tactic is don't reply, but report the post. Appreciate the help and feedback!

 

[prndl]

I'm the world's worst to do it but, I'll agree on the no reply. I've noticed that if I reply to one post, another identical post pops up right below it.

I guess they're like robocalls. You get less of them if you just ignore them.