RE: I wish for the Old EP so much.. SW is horrible!
We have lots of respect for the great platform EP developed, the community they built, the professionalism of their team.
We've never had a negative opinion of the "Old Site". We know very well (even previously being Admins before SW), how difficult it is to please everyone, to provide the "perfect & balanced" community, that we all wish for.
As well as the difficulty in routinely handling endless issues of offenses, from the smallest of incidents (indifferences between users), which we get reports cluttering our attention daily, to the worst of offenders that could be found online..
In light of some users repeatedly making false, defamatory statements against SW Staff ([u]which we will be taking legal action against[/u]). https://similarworlds.com/25-Similar-Worlds/3229075-RE-Users-who-insist-on-repeatedly-Breaking-Rules
[c=#800000][b]We would like to remind our community[/b] (or make aware), [b]of what is likely the [u]Largest Difference between Similar Worlds & EP[/u]:[/u][/b][/c]
[quote][c=#4C0073]The primary reason EP was closed (based on large amounts of feedback and information), was due to the mounting Legal Requests (information requests, subpoenas, search warrants) regarding Criminal Activities taking place on the site, and the difficulties in legally and financially battling such requests.[/c][/quote]
[i](We respect EP's vision, and integrity in upholding their beliefs.)[/i]
Conversely:
[quote][c=#004A59]Similar Worlds is much more proactive in tackling illegal activities, especially those regarding abuse of minors.
Yes, we are very respectful of user privacy, and to date, have never had any user information leaked (although there have been numerous attack/hack attempts over the years, which failed).
However, a certain line is crossed (which we will never tolerate nor turn a blind eye to) when it comes to preying on minors or other vulnerable groups.
We are very cooperative in working with law enforcement to tackle such crimes.[/c][/quote]
[i](Maybe EP did too tackle such cases, behind the scene. We do not know as we haven't come across such information.)[/i]
We understand that we may not yet be as great as EP once was, but we are constantly working on improving this site, and strongly believe that given time, we will meet the majority of our user's expectations, and more.
Thanks for your help and support! [i]-SW Staff[/i]
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[b][i][u]Related Remarks from another Post:[/u][/i][/b]
[quote=SW-Admin] [c=#800000]Yes, we do work with law enforcement constantly, to battle sexual predators, as well as other illegal offenders of various types.
[b]We work and directly communicate with numerous US Government agencies [i](U.S. Secret Service, Military & Law Enforcement Divisions, Child Protection Agencies)[/i]. As well as Government & Law Enforcement agencies of various other regions, namely Europe.[/b]
(We would not be that naive to make a false claim publicly here, after just previously stating that we will be taking legal action.
So yes, [u]everything stated here, is 100% accurate[/u].)[/c][/quote]
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[b][i][u]Related Remarks from another Post:[/u][/i][/b]
[quote=SW-Admin] [b]We are either updated on these cases directly by law enforcement, or by assisting divisions (such as Child Protection Services).[/b]
The incarceration status of these offenders are typically publicly logged, and some may also appear published in articles.
We can see that this ex-SW user, for example, is still incarcerated (and will be for life).
[i](Tiny segments of article + Incarceration Status)[/i]
Some convicted ex-SW user's sentences can be "40 to 80 years", for example, but at the offender's age, it is basically a [u]Life Sentence[/u].[/quote]
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Please do remember, the next time a user makes false remarks/libel such as: "[u]SW staff invites and protects predators here![/u]"
What is actually the reality..
or
When someone comments: "[u]I wish for the Old EP so much.. SW is horrible![/u]"
Please be more thoughtful of what you may actually wishing for..
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I have very fond memories of the original EP, but I like SW as well. Both had/have their place in this world. The thing that EP became in the end was a whole new animal than the original site. The vision was there but it got large quickly after the GMA tour. I was there from almost the beginning just as I quickly accepted the invitation and came here. I can tell you that EP did work with law enforcement because when they received my request they did do and rather quickly the information was provided. I also know from my personal experience they were working to help law enforcement as well. That said though, I know that SW has done the same with things I have reported. I mentioned one particular one on another post, but there have been many. There is no way that a site is going to catch every predator out there, but that you care goes a long way. It is up to everyone here to help admins and law enforcement by reporting legitimate items and being willing to be a witness etc. Then following up with the appropriate persons to make sure the backlog isn't allowing any of the predator types to slip through the cracks. I like both sites and hope to see SW grow further.
@Fungirlmmm I remember finding experience project when I was young. I liked how you could search experience and you could actually tell that that person put in a lot of time and effort in explaining their experience and there was this one poem about depression and the ticking away of the clock that really hit me and I actually remember it enough to put the thought of it into one of my own poems ten years later.
@Fungirlmmm Every site works with law enforcement,especially sites like these. The questions are, do you serve them,or do they serve you? Have they paid enough for your service? Are you enjoying their service?
