I have two questions about the protocols for using these forums. First, when I come to this particular forum to make a new post, I have to enter my Username in the field for each topic. So, why does it not get that information automatically since I had to log in with my username to make postings of any sort as it is. Secondly, In order to enter my profile administration dialogue, I am required to enter my username and password. So, if I am making a change to my email address, why does it ask for these two items again?
These two steps seem inefficient at the very least. What am I missing?

Thanks.