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Originally posted by Kano
Actually I don't think they can. Not without a great deal of stuffing around.
That chat was chosen for the very reason of security. For the same reason it is so simple. Chat mods have 2 commands, clear last 5 mins or kill member. Thats it. They cant see what you are messaging anyone. It may be possible to check the logs on the server, but would involve a fair bit of mucking around and a very good reason would be required.
Originally posted by Kano
Like a very good reason.
For example if the board was hacked and it was suspected something was said about it in chat.
Really though, its unlikely anyone would be dumb enough to discuss such matters in the ATS chat room under their own username or from their regular IP. So its pretty unlikely it would ever be required.
Originally posted by Zzub
At the end of the day, this is not public property, it's a private forum that we are allowed to use. The owner has full rights to do what the heck he wants.
Futurama is the absolute best. I am so mad it's history. Grrrrrr!.
Of course Admin can read private messages.
That's responsible policy, and it deters abuse, undesirable and malicious content being directed by someone at anyone else.
Whether or not you like the fact that Admin can read private messages, and how it makes you feel, is probably a separate issue.