Would you go to the market and start shouting or go to a crowded place and start to shout. Most members go to the shoutbox and do this. The function of the shoutbox is different from this. Use it wisely. Some tips to use it: -- Use to gradually introduce yourself -- Start a chat like you use IM to do. -- Gradually request for some privacy with whoever you meet. -- Let people know you are smart and responsible by your comments. -- "Anybody here" might not get you anywhere. -- "Looking for a babe" wouldn't either (there are more than 800 guys also looking) -- "Call me on ........." is the worst line to use. -- Do not give away your phone number on Shoutbox because everybody will call you (everybody!) -- Do not give away your email address on Shoutbox because everybody will contact you (everybody!) Good luck