Hits are the number of times registered users have viewed a message. Recommendations are the number of times that registered users choose to add an endorsement to the message. The recommendation tally will increase, alerting other users that the message is of particular interest. A single user can recommend a message only once. This status will affect how the posts are displayed on the message list to help you identify the users you particularly like or dislike.
All users are neutral by default.
Ignored user's text and messages will appear in a subdued tone on your screen so they appear less prominently than others. This makes it easy to identify which posts you would like to read. Message Boards allow a limited number of html tags to help you format and customize your messages. The URL will appear in your message as a link. The Message Boards use a language filter to discourage profanity in Message Board discussions.