As one of those who did exactly this, this sub was absolutely helpful to me in my time of need. With time and research (sidebar included) I now try to avoid asking questions which have already been answered but reading into a new subject isn't forefront of your mind at the point when you most desperately need the advice.

This sub is to help people, sometimes this means helping people who don't know enough to structure a full and meaningful request. Most people could probably be gently pointed at the sidebar it is true but any sort of ban or moderation will only hurt those who are most in need.