The type of community we have...

I'm not sure why you have to tell us, it's not like we're gonna cry about it.

What were those directions, then? What you've stated thus far demonstrates no harm was intended. Experience in past games means nothing, especially if that past game was WoW.

well that is rather silly since you can sell those on the GTN and make money that way. you don't have to trade to do that.

Your first mistake was asking about anything in general chat. Its just a breeding ground for trolls but I'm sure you're aware of that now.

1. Ask your guild.

2. Research your question on google.

3. If the above steps fail then maybe ask general chat.

It's almost as bad a mistake to bring it here expecting sympathy..

New to the interwebs are we ?

I would sooner scream out my window with a question then ask general chat...

Folks on my server are very helpful it really depends where you play.

What do you mean, "we"?

Community on my server is just fine. Sure, we rib, joke around a bit, and have problems with the occasional troll, but people are usually pretty helpful on General chat on my server. In fact, those disillusioned with the LFG tool have gone back to using general chat to find groups or help, because people who respond to such calls usually ARE the helpful type.
LFG tool is for anti-social misfits too lazy or scared to communicate with others in any sensible fashion.
Like an LFG tool can substitue for social skills.
Put a jerk in a small room with three other people, it won't take long for the jerk to reveal themselves.

Be cautious in your dealings with others, always.

Oh, yes, I want to talk and communicate with people on my server.

I tried to use ONE time the trade chat in seven months, and I ended losing the two third of my credits.