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    How to use the IET EngX Discussion Forums

    The discussion forums in EngX are great places to seek advice, share knowledge, and engage with our global community of engineers. To get the most out of our forums, it’s important to know how to post questions and discussions effectively. Here are some…
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    Community Rules and Guidelines

    The EngX Online Community (the “Community”) is provided by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (the “IET”), in order to assist its members and others in sharing and exchanging views on current issues and matters of common interest. By joining…
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    Helpful answers

    Helpful answers make it easier for community members with the same question to find an answer. As the author of a question, you can choose any reply as a ‘helpful answer’. Beneath a reply you’ll find ‘Mark as helpful answer’. Select this and it will…
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    What's the difference between a question and a discussion post?

    The main difference is that if you ask a question, you require an answer. If you post a question and no one replies to it, your post will appear under the 'Do you know the answer?' feed on the home page. "Questions" also provide the ability for others…

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