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Sir Finkus: /* Why can't I log in here? (or on the main site?) */

2016-10-15T17:49:25Z

Why can't I log in here? (or on the main site?)

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	===Why can't I log in here? (or on the main site?)===		===Why can't I log in here? (or on the main site?)===

	The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.		The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually. Due to spam, new accounts require manual administrator approval.

	===Why can't I edit anymore?===		===Why can't I edit anymore?===

2015-02-16T07:08:20Z

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	We've changed the wiki to only allow logged-in users to edit, you'll need to log in or create an account to make changes.		We've changed the wiki to only allow logged-in users to edit, you'll need to log in or create an account to make changes.

			===I have more questions, what do I do?===

			You could jump into [[SoylentNews:IRC\|IRC]] and pester us until we answer you.

2015-02-16T07:04:13Z

Why can't I log in here or on the main site?

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	Just type <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> after your comment.		Just type <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> after your comment.

	===Why can't I log in here or on the main site?===		===Why can't I log in here? (or on the main site?)===

	The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.		The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.

2014-07-14T17:21:56Z

Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?: removed last question, no longer necessary IMO

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	We've changed the wiki to only allow logged-in users to edit, you'll need to log in or create an account to make changes.		We've changed the wiki to only allow logged-in users to edit, you'll need to log in or create an account to make changes.

	~~===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===~~

	If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.

2014-06-09T16:47:18Z

Frequently Asked Questions: added FAQ for "only logged in users can edit"

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	The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.		The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.

			===Why can't I edit anymore?===

			We've changed the wiki to only allow logged-in users to edit, you'll need to log in or create an account to make changes.

	===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===		===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===

	If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.		If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.

2014-06-09T16:44:49Z

What is this site about?: updated URLs to the new dynamic versions (old versions 404)

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	===What is this site about?===		===What is this site about?===

	This is a wiki for this project. If you'd like to learn more about the project, try the [http://soylentnews.org/about.~~shtml~~ about page] or the [http://soylentnews.org/faq.~~shtml~~ site FAQ].		This is a wiki for this project. If you'd like to learn more about the project, try the [http://soylentnews.org/about.pl about page] or the [http://soylentnews.org/faq.pl site FAQ].

	====What's the purpose of the Wiki?====		====What's the purpose of the Wiki?====

2014-05-11T04:53:24Z

How can I sign my comments?

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	Sure, just click the discussion link at the top of every page		Sure, just click the discussion link at the top of every page

	===How can I sign my comments?===		===How can I sign my comments on discussion pages?===

	Just type <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> after your comment.		Just type <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> after your comment.

2014-05-11T04:52:24Z

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	If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.		If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.

			===Where can I find information about wiki syntax used here?===

			Try the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Contents MediaWiki Help Docs]

			===Can I comment on something here without modifying the page?===

			Sure, just click the discussion link at the top of every page

			===How can I sign my comments?===

			Just type <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> after your comment.

	===Why can't I log in here or on the main site?===		===Why can't I log in here or on the main site?===

2014-05-06T16:03:53Z

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	If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.		If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.

			===Why can't I log in here or on the main site?===

			The wiki and the main site are separate, you'll need to create an account on each individually.
	===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===		===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===

	If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.		If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.

2014-05-06T16:03:43Z

removed database question

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	If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.		If you are interested in volunteering, start in the '''[[SoylentNews#Get_Involved\|Get Involved]]''' section.

	~~===Will the database be released open source?===~~

	~~Yes, providing there are no legal issues or other "gotchas".~~

	===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===		===Will you be taking articles/content from other sites?===

	If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.		If we are to succeed, we need to do it on our own merits. Our goal is to provide unique content. Still, as our newsfeed is powered by our submissions, and due to our inability to see the queues of other sites, cross posting does sometimes happen.