These people probably aren't interested in the forum per se - they just want to tap into our collective knowledge. And like many, they treat us as if we were Google - just type in the minimum to get a result - and why would you thank a search engine?
I don't think it has much to do with lack of manners or lack of respect, though that it undoubtedly how it comes over. From time to time I refuse to answer queries about Ford radio codes if the poster can't be bothered to make an effort with his request.
It's all to do with the way human interaction has changed with the internet. Information - good and bad - is everywhere and instantly accessible. It is cheap and it has cheapened the way we interact with each other.
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