You don't. Consider this: In W07, there were ~12 teams accepted IIRC. We didn't have videos or HN.
There are now > 20 teams selected. Without being active on HN, you still have the same chance as before, but those that are posting intelligently to HN are getting a boost.
There are now > 20 teams selected. Without being active on HN, you still have the same chance as before, but those that are posting intelligently to HN are getting a boost.