Here's the thing: people go back and respond to old threads all the time. Besides, that way, people could more easily come up with a follow-up thread for one that interested them. Like, "What are you looking forward to? (Updates from xx/xx/xxxx, new responses welcome)". Now, now, no need to be snarky.I don't think that would work. I want to PARTICIPATE when a question is asked, not read the answers given to that same question a year before.
You know, like in a conversation.
oups, didn't mean to be. I'm sorry. Maybe it's just me but I doubt I would do either of the things you propose. Posting a new update similar question? Well I don't like posting in askhubski much and seeing the responses to refugee's question makes me want to post even less. Answering to a question is just...easier. Answer to an old post? well...maybe but i'd feel a bit wierd doing that. I'm not even sure I can say why. I'll think on that, maybe if I figure out why it feels wierd i'll rethink my position.Now, now, no need to be snarky.
:) I'm not saying I have the answer, but it's an idea and I put it forward. I understand that what I'm suggesting requires a more active user than a reactive user, but personally that's the kind of online community I'm looking for and interested in being a part of.