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"People who go on forums (us)"

Here's a thought. What do you think it is that attracts certain people to forums, and do you think we could find a link in certain characteristics that most forum-goers (is there a proper word for us people?!!) have, like we can all be a bit argumentative at times, all enjoy talking, all enjoy the English language, therefore, writing, etc. Any certain personality traits?

I started to think about this because most people I know say they don't go on forums. Now they could all be lying, because they're scared I might ask which one and then go on and discover all their secrets, or because they might think it's sad. But I mean I'm interested to know what percentage of people go on forums, and if we are a certain 'type' of person in any respects.

I'm expecting lots of abuse now, with comments like 'you can't categorise people into one type, etc.' but that's not what I mean, just what the common factors are between us. Something someone said about there being a lot of insomniacs on forums got me thinking.

Timmargh wrote:
> I stay for the people. Or, at least, some of them.

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*Benny Hill pats him on the head*
Bless

Oh, and there's an excellent central "core" of members that I like to think I'm part of. Right there, right in the middle. Eveything revolves around me. Also, I hate my voice and am very quiet in real life, so this gives me a chance to air my opinions without being rushed or forced to speak. Stupid reason, but meh.

I am also shy and quiet amongst strangers.
So this is an excellent outlet for me

I mainly go on this forum to check out what people have to say. To enjoy reading intresting things and peoples views on things. It gives you a wider range of knowledge on peoples reaction to differant things.
Like that eating your own cum (yuck) some people said "it's fine, it's natural" and some said "yuck, that's sad".

I would say i am a bit aggressive at times. But i am not the bets at english, i only got a C in GCSE, but i think i am quite capable to write down my feelings.

I go on another forum to seek help on making games and programs. I have a good reputation there and find it pleasent for people to look up to me.

I would say i go on forums mainly to talk to loads of people.

It never hurts to have friends all over the place. : )

I use the forum at work and when I'm bored at home: came for the games, stayed for the...not sure really. I read these forums more than I post on them, mainly because it takes me years to type stuff out.

I like the fact that even the absolute tools on this site occasionally come out with an absolute gem of a post. My absolute favourite was some kid posting about being in a fight and some other kid offering to lend him some 'Kurds and blacks' because 'they really like fighting'. How could I turn my back on a forum like that?

I also like posting while moderately drunk and then reading my own posts back the next day. I'm always pleasantly surprised by how witty, charming and grammatical I am.

Goatboy wrote:
> *Benny Hill pats him on the head*
> Bless

Watch it, or I'll set my evil half onto you ...

I'm a nice, honest, caring guy who likes pina collades and walks in the rain. WLTM similar. Heard this forum was the place to be lol:P

Kat wrote:
> Here's a thought. What do you think it is that attracts certain
> people to forums, and do you think we could find a link in certain
> characteristics that most forum-goers (is there a proper word for us
> people?!!) have, like we can all be a bit argumentative at times, all
> enjoy talking, all enjoy the English language, therefore, writing,
> etc. Any certain personality traits?

I'm argumentative, depending on the company. I do talk quite a bit. But I loathed English with a vengeance. Personality traits.. I'm an unreformed coffee addict and insomniac. Who plays games.
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> I started to think about this because most people I know say they
> don't go on forums. Now they could all be lying, because they're
> scared I might ask which one and then go on and discover all their
> secrets, or because they might think it's sad.

That bit is a good point. Recently I discovered that my best friend's ex girlfriend was in fact a lesbian from stuff she posted on the net. I talked to her about it and she now sends me porn. I can't complain. :-P

Most forums have a theme, this one being video games, other ones are about cars, or cooking, or writing or politics or any other subject you care to name. That draws a lot of people, from all sorts of backgrounds, but who all share a common interest.

Oh and Goatboy quiet in real life? Funniest thing so far in 2004. I just can't believe that.

Goatboy wrote:
> I am also shy and quiet amongst strangers.

I think the notches on your bedpost beg to differ.

I have a fairly major speech impediment but, people can hear without difficulty on here.