This is just another attempt to show that post "views" are not "proof" that multiple people read a post.

 I will make this post that will receive many "views" in less than a minute.

Unique views are what matter.  We used to use WebTrends at work to analyze web traffic to see what pages people found the most useful.  There are a ton of analytics packages out there.  This is not a criticism of this useful site, which is free, but the YaBB seems pretty old (I think that's what's used here).  The server seems slow, and the search often times out.  That being said, the view counter is probably not the most sophisticated.  People view pages multiple times from the same IP address, and some people used VPNs.  Again, I'm not criticizing.  I wouldn't want to run this thing.  Setting it up and paying is one thing, but policing it to make sure it's not filled with porn spam and who knows what is the tough part.  I've sent a little money to support it, but I'm sure others are much more regular about donating.

Or,

It could be, a way you can show us how you can manipulate a simple, database/forum.


 Or,

 It could be both.  Either way it is still proof.  You can do it too.  Just look at the "views", then enter a thread/post, go back and look at the "views" again.  

 Proof that "views" are not unique.

 Proof that continual claims that multiple members read a post and that a person must be RIGHT because 6 different members read it and didn't reply.

 The fact that this is even debated is what I find most interesting.  Just accept the facts of how the forum works and move on.  Spin won't change facts.  If some members want to insult other members over an event that: Never. Happened.  that's their issue, but it won't change facts.

Yes, shortening the search timeframe definitely works.  However, some of the best info is "old".  

I find it interesting that you have a research team.  Does your team work on refutations on multiple sites?

I was the one who started the "crickets" discussion.  Yes, it's tempting to think that if nobody responds to a post you make that it simply cannot be refuted, thus nobody bothers.  I catch myself thinking that, but I know better.  Some people will refute "The sky is blue" simply because they *cannot* exist day to day without being utterly contrarian.  Think about Allen Colmes, the modern TV archetype for that behavior.  He was like a pull-string 1960s doll spewing left-wing talking points.  There was no nuance or thoughtfulness behind any of his rebuttals.  It was just pure rapid-fire contranianism.

Sometimes people don't respond to a topic because they're tired of it or uninterested.  Or, in some cases, if they're thoughtful/serious people they may know they don't have a leg to stand on.  But, the argumentative types won't let the truth stand in the way of a snappy response.  I think most members here are smart enough to know that the view counter is wrong and that their post not getting attention isn't really indicative of anything other than busy people.

I've seen what you speak of.  I've been a witness to it my whole life.  Ad hominem attacks are convenient when you don't care to do any work to bolster your argument.  I assure you, I understand that silence can speak loudly sometimes.

"Ignoring the obvious and refusing to accept the inarguable is stuff you have been watching happen."


 And how many times have you gotten upset because people "read" your post and didn't reply?  

 Post "views" do not reflect how many people read your post.  This is just a fact.

"And you don't see the difference..
Shawking.
You can say what you want. I honestly don't care."


 Then stop addressing my posts.


 
"You ATTRIBUTE emotion to me,with no clue. You are an arrogant guy."

 I attribute it based off your comments, like calling people gutless, jakkasses for not answering your questions, inaccurately using the "views" to justify your treatment of other people.  

Or like recently:

"Kiss it,dude,,I don't care what you say any more."

 That sounds to me, like you are upset.  If I am wrong, then I am wrong.  If you don't care what I say, why do you keep addressing it?

 The "views" are not individual members reading your post, I don't know why you won't acknowledge this, but it doesn't matter, the information still is useful.

"How do you make money fiddling around on this site?"

 I don't mean specific to this site, I just mean in general.  This is an easy zero impact way of teaching any new staff, or groups we provide training for, how to use specific systems and methods.  Also this forum does provide a good reference point for avoiding echo chambers.