Do I have to register a username?  No!   (not at this time)

But if you do!  Your visits will be much more enjoyable!  Below is the Advantages:

The system keeps track of posts/messages you have not read, as seen below it tells you what forums have new messages you have not read. And also when you click on that forum to read it takes you directly to the messages you have not read. (No scrolling needed to find out where you left off)

When you visit CFHC and after reading the Main News Click on the FORUMS on the left site navigation Menu and you get this:

Also

You can edit and change your settings as seen below with your "Settings Menu"

You can manage your Private Messages, Address Book, Post Reminders, Select Favorite Forums

Change and edit your Personal Information, email, Passwords, languages, many more personal features!

Registering only asks 2 things of you:  Your Username and your *Valid email address* Nothing more!

*Your email address will be kept private by CFHC ! In your settings you have the option of letting other users see your email address or not*

Any disadvantages? 

Not many except the time it takes you to fill out 2 questions check your email for your initial password and login. 

It is recommended you change your password to something you remember once you login for the first time.  You can do that in the settings menu.

Will I have to login every time I visit the site?     No , not if you check the "remember me each visit" check box at login and do not log out when you leave.  If you logout when you leave you will have to login again on your next visit.

More Frequently asked questions on the forums can be found on the Posting FAQ at the top forum menu bar.

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