Computer Science Forum: Neuroscience Student Asks "PEBKAC?

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The Computer Science forum has shifted its focus to include troubleshooting questions, which some users find confusing, as they expect discussions to center on core computer science topics like AI. A neuroscience student expressed concern about the appropriateness of troubleshooting inquiries in this forum. Other users clarified that the forum now accommodates all computer-related questions, directing users to more specialized forums for specific issues. The conversation highlights a transition in the forum's purpose and the need for clearer guidelines. Overall, the forum's evolving role reflects a broader approach to computer-related discussions.
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Disclaimer: I am not a computer scientist or compsci major. I am a neuroscience student, and a very nitpicky person at that.

I was not aware that the Computer Science forum was to be used for troubleshooting. Isn't it supposed to be for more, well, compsci topics? AI, etc?
 
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kldickson said:
Disclaimer: I am not a computer scientist or compsci major. I am a neuroscience student, and a very nitpicky person at that.

I was not aware that the Computer Science forum was to be used for troubleshooting. Isn't it supposed to be for more, well, compsci topics? AI, etc?
Not really, it's just where we moved all of the questions about computers. There is another thread on this already.
 
If you need an answer to a computer software / hardware problem you might do better on a more specific computer forum.
eg www.stackoverflow.com[/url] (programming), [url]www.serverfault.com[/url] (sysdmin), [url]www.superuser.com[/URL] (general)
 
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