This post is a prime example of the problems with a 7-day shelf life for posts. A content creator should reap the rewards for something that will be useful to readers, for as long as it remains pertinent, not just for 7 days.
I think a better system would be if upvotes were free to use (so we could spread more of them around on all the posts and comments we come across), but that there's a TIP button, allowing a reader to tip the writer... and for this tip button to be active for all perpetuity.
I agree! That's actually a really good idea ;)
I've been thinking about somehow re-doing this one because it is really making the rounds, and you're right, it is helpful forever!
I think that sounds like a good idea, to use the info you compiled, plus other info you've picked up, and do another post. It could be very useful to a lot of people, particularly newbies.
I wonder what happens if you use some of your same text, along with new info... does that sometimes-mistaken cheetah bot leave a comment?
I think I'm going to try it and see what happens. Probably if I make a reference to an earlier post and why I'm re-doing it, it'll be fine. I know that cheetah can pay a visit and then "real" people actually investigate it to see if there's any merit to it. So I'm sure it would be fine! Stay tuned... :)