What does your forum welcome message say?

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Here is an example of a welcome message you might find on an admin or webmaster forum. This welcome message clearly states the purpose of the site and invites the casual visitor to register.

Congratulations! You've taken the first step in making your community stand out from the rest. But don't just stand there, continue the journey! Take a moment and register with us (for free) and discover for yourself why (forum name) is one of the leading resources on the internet.

We've made it easy for everyone who needs help with their communities by offering a complete system for finding the perfect Web Host, a multitude of graphical resources, tutorials and articles and a group of members who are welcoming and happy to help with any problems, questions and issues that arise.

Does your forum or site offer such a compelling welcome message? If so, please share.