The Constant Hot Topic Its been brought up, dragged
through the mud, burned, and beaten time and time again...that
darned old Hot 20. It has been a hot topic on many occasions, and
in many forums. But, is it important? Is it what many strive for?
Is the Hot 20 worth striving for? Most importantly, should it stay,
should it change, or should it go? The Deal How does it
work? Heres the rundown. An image is posted to the gallery. Other
members viewing it can either rate, comment, add the artist or
image to favorites, or vote on it. Accepting ratings and comments
are optional to the artist when uploading. Voting, however, is
currently not an optional setting. The Hot 20 is based on the
number of votes an image received in the previous 7 days. But one
member can generate only one vote on a particular image during this
seven-day period. This means that a single member cannot vote on
the same image again until 7 days has passed, but is free to vote
on as many other images as they choose. Simple enough, right?
Theoretically, this system should work properly enough, but ...
To *V* or not to *V*? That is the question, isnt it? The
answer, however, is murky. Why? Voting is anonymous, unless of
course, one publicly states (*V*) it in comments under the image.
Clicking the vote button takes no more time than checking the clock
on ones monitor. One can vote on as many images as they like. Why
then, is the Hot 20 most often not a good representation of the
gallery it belongs to? It is true that some members with a large
following will continually get votes. However, it is also true that
other members with a large following will not. Then, of course,
there are those that may never see the Hot 20, though their work
may be just as deserving. But maybe, just maybe, that vote button
is not used enough. Why is it so daunting to some? Is it that some
feel the Hot 20 has gone on to be a popularity contest which is
beyond repair? Is it that some want nothing to do with it?
Encouraging members to vote, usually results in a negative
response. Ill be quite honest, as I myself no longer look at the
Hot 20 because of it. But it is still important enough that the
complaints continue. Endnotes- Mine, Yours, and Ours Can the
Hot 20 work? Maybe, with a bit of change. Maybe, in the way in
which the votes are received so as to eliminate one artist holding
more than one spot at a time. That could be a step in the right
direction. Maybe, with more participation. But, for now, it is time
to get your opinions on the matter. That is you, the readers, the
members and voice of the Renderosity Community Our
community. So, what say you? Should it stay, should it change, or
should it go? Please consider honest, but helpful feedback.
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