Waiting 60 seconds Between Posts and Searches

[yomero5]

I remember that this rule was implemented several years ago, may 10 years ago, because of the high number of users and frequency of use. Now that computer processing power has improved, can this old rule be abolished?

 

[managee]

I remember that this rule was implemented several years ago, may 10 years ago, because of the high number of users and frequency of use. Now that computer processing power has improved, can this old rule be abolished?

+1. Abolished altogether or reduced from 60-seconds.

 

[anon1]

I don't think it's about computer power, it's a guard against harvesting/spamming bots.

 

[yomero5]

I don't think it's about computer power, it's a guard against harvesting/spamming bots.

Maybe for posting. I don't need to post every second or even every minute.

 

[hedo rick]

Search.
Oh fuck I misspelled it.
I have to wait! Shit!!

Search.
Oh fuck, what do you mean I can't search for 3 letter names?!
...

 

[The "Bone" Ranger]

It's a pain

 

[bebe]

Oh fuck, what do you mean I can't search for 3 letter names?!
...

In the old days you could by adding an *

 

[renuck]

It definitely promotes people starting redundant threads vs. being able to search for an answer. Cant say I blame them because apparently I've started threads that have been discussed previously too after giving up waiting for searches. If you cant search them effectively then these types of threads should be expected. I suspect there is a legit reason for it though... likely the bots.

 

[curr3n_c1000]

I'm glad this thread was made. This site could use some enhancements.
Search, Larger mailbox, Notifications improvements, Likes and maybe smiley updates.

 

[IndigoKnight]

I'm glad this thread was made. This site could use some enhancements.
Search, Larger mailbox, Notifications improvements, Likes and maybe smiley updates.

I completely agree