Here are just a few idea I was thinking of and wanted everyone's opinions on.

Because of the lack of users we really need to increase activity so I was thinking of the following.

1)Hiding the gaia section or most sections from users who aren't registered.
Reason: Because right now everyone can just download programs with out registering along with being able to get free accounts. If you don't need to register than why bother? I've seen this implemented on other sites and it seemed trk. This forces users to at least register and try the site.

2)Changing it so you get into UGB by posting. (Probably something like 500 posts)I think UG silver should stay application only though.
Reason: This gives a goal for the users to achieve that doesn't seem as intimidating as applying. It also forces an increase of activity. What people are seeing when they come to our site is a forum with very little posting. If it looks dead people are going to probably going to get the wrong impression. Plus I mean it's not really a prestigious thing because people can just by bronze now. (Unless that's been changed.)


What do you guys think?
Have anything to add?
This is just to brain storm ideas.