I’ve always been a “lurker” on all platforms and communities because when I do have a question or would like to contribute my first thought has become:
Actually, let me google it first
In which case I’ll usually have some answer. Usually it isn’t a complete answer but enough for me to not want to share my question anymore.
Than there’s the element of sites going down. Redundant conversations serve as a form of backup.
True. I’ve noticed this happening more in recent years than ever before, too.