F.A.Q.
About this F.A.Q.
This F.A.Q. is linked from the front page of StlBloggers.com. It is also be accessible via http://stlbloggers.com/faq. It should contain a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers by and for the StlBloggers community.
I expect to be constantly modifying this F.A.Q. to include new questions and answers as well as asking for feedback in the comments. As suggestions for questions are pulled out of the comments and put into the post itself I'll be deleting those comments about the particular question out of the comments.
Who do I contact for technical assistance?
support@bloghorn.com
What is a weblog/blog?
A weblog, or blog, is a web-site with content organized by date updated on a regular basis. The content is up to you. (bumr)
What is stlbloggers?
STLBloggers provides a central location for STL Metro area bloggers to keep track of events and issues relevant to the area and to have an indication of what area bloggers have updated recently. (rev_matt)
Where can I get a blog?
Bloghorn is an excellent service. It's run by the same people that run StlBloggers.com so we're biased. Other options include TypePad, BlogSpot, LiveJournal, and ModBlog. (Gavroche)
Can I bring up controversial topics of local interest?
Even the most innocuous topics have been known to become controversial. It's nothing personal. Usually. (christy)
What's up with the stlblogger of the week?
The "Blogger of the Week" has only twice ever lasted for only a week. It's usually 2-4 weeks. It's funny like that. (Cybrpunk)
Are babies cute?
Babies are cute. (Cybrpunk)
How about a singles section. You know, for those of us that are relationshiply challenged?
If you are relationshiply challenged, there's probably a good reason for it. STLBloggers will not take responsibility for unleashing you on unsuspecting citizens.
Where are my pants?
Ask bob. (bob)
Should I allow comments in my blog?
That depends on how thick your skin is. People online, as offline, can be pretty lame. If you can handle random people making insulting comments for no reason about what you post, then go for it. (rev_matt)
How do I get my blog to appear in the "Last 20 Blog Updates" list?
Manually, when you're logged in, you can click on the "ping!" link at the top of the page.(gavroche)
Is there a way for me to sign a comment with a name other than my username?
Yes, if you logoff, the Name box will become blank, and you'll be able to type anything in there that you wish.(gavroche)
What happend to my post? It's gone!
If it's been over X days since you posted it, it is possible it has just been moved off the page to the archives. Use the calendar that used to appear in the upper-right to find it again. Otherwise, administrators may have decided it was offensive, or perhaps more personal than community oriented. We're not trying to censor you, both of these things just belong on your own blog, not here. If you don't have a blog, see Where can I get a blog? (gavroche)
The URL is http://stlbloggers.com/ping.aspx?username=X where X is your username.
I like Mexican food. (jimh)
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