This is based on what I've seen the moderators say many times so maybe file it under the opinion of those dealing with it every day. 
I'd just be happy if there was an auto lock after x days with no posts system and the OP could reopen if they need to. I always want to check threads I've posted in for replies directed @ me and it is a real pain when dead threads are bumped for no reason.
I'd just be happy if there was an auto lock after x days with no posts system and the OP could reopen if they need to. I always want to check threads I've posted in for replies directed @ me and it is a real pain when dead threads are bumped for no reason.
Fair enough, they would know better than either of us and I haven't read up on anything of the sort. So you'd know better than me and I'll take your word on it. I like the idea of an auto-lock after X days with no posts. I'm in the same boat, I hate to miss a direct reply to me.
Although the initial query was answered, there may be secondary points that arise, and discussion of these could be of benefit to members.
This might be a salient point, because frequently there is points of discussion that are valid to be discussed that the OP may not have considered. I would think that something along the lines of selecting between a couple options when creating a thread might help; "Closed-Ended Question" or "Open-Ended Discussion", something along those lines. At least this could avoid extra spam and cutting discussions short that need extra context or input.
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