We dont want people spamming just to get in the shoutbox though.
The new shoutbox is a lot lot better, with the dates and times, the added links, and the easier access to post editing. I also think the speed of it is definitely better!
It is a good thing having it shut off to users with less than 10 posts because people used to come into the shoutbox, demand help, and then be rude if someone couldnt help them, with a lack of thought and appreciation for the site. Some people are also actually sad enough to log in to random sites just to spark arguments and controversy with others.
However, the shoutbox should be placed everywhere, coz it was great to flick up to it whilst posting, rather than having to flick tabs needlesly.
The new shoutbox is definitely a lot better, however the location of it isnt because it needs to be everywhere to get the full benefits out of it. | 
