I've update the forum rules slightly. Changes are in bold type:

Please follow these forum rules:

1. No flaming
2. Respect others (see above)
3. Keep post mature (see above)
4. No excessive external linking. (i.e. Spamming the boards with links)
5. Do not post the same topic in multiple forums.
6. Do not ask questions about how to get pirated software. Studentfilms.com does not support software piracy.

Posts not adhering to these rules will be deleted. Multiple offenders risk being banned.

This is a filmmaking forum dedicated to helping young filmmakers get better in their craft and everyone should feel comfortable posting their questions.

Thank you.

To clarify with the changes - rule 4 basically means do not take advantage of the site and it's audience by posting tons of links. It doesn't mean that you cannot post a link to your homepage, but if all that you do on the forums is post links...then that might be considered spamming or excessive linking.

If this is unclear please let me know.

Best Regards,
Chris Wright
Studentfilms.com

I think #4 is very fair and I'm glad to see #6!

It's good to learn to respect other's creative work, whether it's software, music or films.