I, too have found the groups I visited to be tight and formidable so did not ever join. I asked a few people in one group if they used EQ5 and the answer was "e-e-e-e-e-e-wwwwww." End of story.
On the other hand, EVERY SINGLE PERSON on this board is all I ever hoped for! My questions are answered, inspiration is provided, camaraderie abounds through its participants around the world. I am disabled and this board is all I ever need, thanks to all!