<li>I think it would be better if moderators had names that identified them as moderators. Like “ModeratorAlligator” or whatever. That would eliminate confusion. They could have a second name if they want to post as a private person. </li>
<li>I think that when a moderator closes a thread or warns a poster, he/she should identify himself/herself as a moderator. A simple “I am the moderator and …” would do nicely.</li>
Just a couple of friendly suggestions from a relative newcomer who is having some difficulty navigating this forum.