User talk:Tamfang/Archive 2005
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Welcome
Hello Tamfang/Archive 2005 and welcome to Wikipedia! I'm glad you've chosen to join us. This is a great project with lots of dedicated people, which might seem intimidating at times, but don't let anything discourage you. Be bold!, explore, and contribute. If you want to learn more,
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There are a few crucial points to keep in mind when editing. Be civil with users, strive to maintain a neutral point of view, verify your information, and show good etiquette like signing your comments with four tildes like this: ~~~~ If you have any more questions, always feel free to ask me anything on my talk page or ask the true experts at Wikipedia:Help desk. Again, welcome! -- Draeco 05:51, 9 December 2005 (UTC)
Make sure to use the edit summary field when editing articles, and to mark minor edits accordingly. This helps other users easily identify your changes. Thanks! Mrtea (talk) 22:14, 17 December 2005 (UTC)