Wholeheartedly agree. I've noticed an increase on a few other forums I frequent where the posters ask the simplest of questions where it is plainly obvious they haven't done a simple search of the forums or Googled for the answer. In this instance, it's sheer laziness that leads them to do it - I can't think of any other reason.

As someone who has taught themselves .NET and SQL (with the help of some great mentors, both in the flesh and on forums), I find it very frustrating that some people don't seem to make the effort to improve their own knowledge themselves - preferring it seems to "stand on the shoulders" of people kind enough to give their time and expertise for free.

Anyway, Monday morning rant over 😉