Posted by Lindenblüte on October 22, 2006, at 8:29:32
In reply to Re: Block length algorithm poll, posted by Toph on October 21, 2006, at 13:30:46
> > I would like to see a poll of posters to evaluate if having a complicated blocking algorithm: (yes or no)
> > a) makes the punishment system seem more fair
yes It "seems" more fair, but on closer examination has flaws that need to be addressed (i.e. the rounding errors that may potentially be multiplied several times over!)> > b) makes Bob appear more compassionate
no comment.> > c) encourages posters to be more civil
block is a block. I try to be civil independent of external sources of punishment. I am plenty capable of punishing myself.> > d) makes disciplined posters feel as if considered circumstances mitigated their punishment
The current blocking system does not accomplish this.
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> I would have to respond with identical answers to all four.
>If forced to respond yes/no, I would respond "no" to all of the above.
good questions.
-Li
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