[update: Fixed this issue (I hope).. read below this post for more info.]

Hi folks. I'm hoping there weren't (aren't) too many people having trouble with this, but I have many reports that there is a problem with the new account creation page. I've heard several times that people can't seem to read the image on the page under the section called "CAPTCHA". This is something I have to put in to stop the spammers (jerks!) from automatically creating dozens of accounts with their automated programs. If they get through unattended, there will be tons of spam all over in the comments and such... not pretty.

So, I've finally seen some of the difficulties myself so I actually know what's going on now! Yes, I believed all of you who complained, but without actually seeing the problem for myself, it's awful hard to pinpoint the problem sometimes.

Anyway, if you've been having trouble creating new accounts and getting past the security guard, help is on the way! I'll get a solution found shortly and I'll post again when it's fixed.

Sorry!

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Update:
Well, that was quick, I guess. I changed the way the system works, so you should be able to see a very clear string of characters to type in when the site wants to be sure you're a human. It's currently set up so you only have to enter the code once each time you log in (I think). This is another improvement on the old system, which would ask you in several places to enter a code.

I hope this greatly simplifies the usage of our site! Please try again to sign up and/or post comments if you've had trouble in the past!

Thanks!
Paul