Computer Hope
Other => Other => Topic started by: Computer Hope Admin on August 22, 2008, 03:35:43 AM
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I plan on focusing a lot (if not all available time) on the forums, so hit me with everything you'd like to see or things that need to get done.
In progress now
- Update
- See if fatherboard for Windows section can post what Windows board it was that was posted into. Would imagine this could be done with the board call (similiar to the time and poster).
- See if Windows 7 can be added to top of OS selection option (likely through SQL)
- Add forum maintenance chat link. (login.template.php) - need to test during slow periods
What requests are on the list:
- High priority for Broni's long request for this feature - Add BBC tags back to quick replies.
- Add Order Stickied Topics (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1321)
- On the new replies to post see if a count can be added to left of New replies to your posts, e.g. "New replies to your posts (10)"
- Make it so when images are resized a link to original image can be posted automatically.
- Fix issue with BBC tags in System Info
- Adjust so the New Post vs. New Topic isn't confused, e.g. change the location and/or rename buttons.
- When moving a topic see if can bring you to other topic section. Link (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64357.msg417276.html#msg417276)
- Implement the Topic solved mod.
- Calender error when opening from main page (may be disabled, if so remove link from home page)
- Thank you and moderator links have been requested to be made more visible, maybe as buttons.
- Look into newsletter mod
- Look into reminders that can be sent for inactive users
- For New Replies To Your Posts, can we make all the icons blue instead of the normal color.
- On the Post Reply screen, several previous posts are shown below Post Reply box - but the reply number for the previous posts is not shown, e.g., Reply #7, Reply #8, etc.
- can we get Mark As Read to redirect back to the Main Page as it does on other Forums when clicked?
- Signature Area BBCode Buttons (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=450)
- I like the www.daniweb.com -- I like the UI of that site. -- I want computer hope to have the feature like:
A tool tip like feature comes when the user places the mouse over the post. So one can see what type of post and according to that user can enter to it or view the other posts.
Done
- Create adjustable smiles set.
- Make quotes within quotes a different color. - Decided to no longer have quotes within quotes, so this no longer applies.
- Look into welcome PM mod / improving new user introduction / guest notification registration.
- Add spambot script mod (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=495)
- Add Skype and other options to available contacts - Link (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,32942.0.html) / Link (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,37936.0/topicseen.html)
- Is it possible for more than 15 posts in the review of messages? - I don't believe this is in much demand and think it could cause a hit in server performance.
- The staff page doesn't have title and link is broken (also need to add titles to chatstat and chat pages)
- On Quick reply add bold, italic, img, quote, link buttons. Request (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=post;topic=55010.0;num_replies=9)
- Make the Message window sizeable in the new topic / reply window.
- Move forums to new server
- Increase / adjust minimum PM per hour count
- Make cursor default to message section when clicking reply or quote.
- Images stretching posts is back. Example (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64649.msg414536.html#msg414536) - Note: Appart from the example, older posts will not have this change, but all new ones should automatically have size values entered so they're not too big.
- Add folding@home link or icon in profile
- Have ability for users to add system specs and get listed under user profile
- See if possible to have user specs in slick icon like Broni posted.
- Add Forum Rules (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,58736.0.html) to bottom of pages
- Add profile ability for users to say how experienced they are and more about themselves.
- Add a better way for users to see the member list from main screen.
- See about implementing chat system into forums.
- Look into why language in profile is blank (possibly because no other language installed)
Done but may need more / in limbo
- Revamping default theme (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64354.0.html)
- In specs and/or OS may be nice to have platform and SP info.
- Fix or adjust the auto size message box so customizable.
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I think it'd be nice if the profile had a section for certain computer specs. Sorta like what Steve has on his site, but with most of the focus on hardware (software's nice too, but I don't think it's as important). If there would be a way to get this to display next to our posts (under our userpics), that would be nifty as well, but that's not quite as important.
I'll surely have more input later, but this is all I can think of at the moment.
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- Add profile ability for users to say how experienced they are.
Something like an 'About Yourself' option in our Profile would be kind of cool too.
Also, what about increasing the 10 Personal Message an Hour Limit. I know this is to prevent abuse to the system but what about some sort of post-count restriction.
For example, if you have over 100 posts or something, there is a higher limit.
Make the Message window sizeable in the new topic / reply window
This would be pretty useful. I have a Firefox Add-On that does this. I use it to get rid of the scroll bar when I am post a long post.
One more thing (for now). It's actually sort of a question.
When I first get onto ComputerHope in the morning (for example), I would see around 5 pages of unread topics. However, if I leave it, close the browser, and then come back later it would all be gone. Then I would have to click 'Click here to try all unread topics' to view the 5 pages again.
Can this be stopped?
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All above suggestions added to list.
One more thing (for now). It's actually sort of a question.
When I first get onto ComputerHope in the morning (for example), I would see around 5 pages of unread topics. However, if I leave it, close the browser, and then come back later it would all be gone. Then I would have to click 'Click here to try all unread topics' to view the 5 pages again.
Can this be stopped?
Not sure I understand you on this one. If you close the browser window you're going to always have to click the link again to view the unread topics. ??
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One example would be at school. On the ferry, I would open up Unread Topics and see 5 or so pages of topics. I browse through them to see what's there and I answer a few.
Then I put my laptop on Stand By, get to school, turn on my computer whenever and when I click Unread Topics, all 5 pages would be gone.
Then I click >>This Link (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=unread;all;start=0)<< and I can see all 5 pages again.
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Hmm. Have you tried refreshing the unread posts page when it's showing up as blank?
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Yep. What happens is when I get back to CH, I see the newest topics since last visit. I have to click the other link to view the previous ones.
I recall the Unread Posts link used to be called Unread Posts Since Last Visit. Would that have anything to do with this?
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I've never experienced anything like this. I often view the "Unread posts" page here at my house and then I can sign on later at my fiance's and the same threads will still be there. The threads shouldn't clear out unless you either open them or mark them as read. Or maybe I'm misreading this...
And I'm thinking you must send too many PM's 'cause I never even knew there was a limit. Heh.
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Another suggestion.
Warning: this topic has not been posted in for at least 30 days.
Unless you're sure you want to reply, please consider starting a new topic.
Can we have this come up the same way the message comes up if someone has posted before you? This way a user posting in an old topic will see the message and realize it's an old topic.
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We already have that warning, don't we?
EDIT: I just tested it and we do indeed have this setup already.
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Only when you hit reply. Many new users don't see it.
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Personally, I think they just don't care. I don't know about anyone else, but I think the message is fairly prominent.
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Hmmm....Guess you're right.
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Out of those items on the list, I'd be interested in the F@H icon, the extra fields for contact info, experience, and specs, and the spambot mod.
I think having the specs possibly in a sort of drop down box, where you can click an arrow and they fold down, is achievable, I've certainly seen this on vBulletin boards.
I can't think of anything else I'd like to see, but I'll post here if I can think of anything.
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What happened to the OP icon idea ? ?
Do able ?
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another good one is to do something to make this site faster
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I think having the specs possibly in a sort of drop down box, where you can click an arrow and they fold down, is achievable, I've certainly seen this on vBulletin boards.
That would be a nice way of doing it as well. And yes, I've seen it on vBulletin too, so there may be a chance that there's also an SMF mod for something like this. Unfortunately, I'm still not very good at finding anything that's very useful.
What happened to the OP icon idea ? ?
Do able ?
We already have the add-on installed. Nathan is simply using text instead of an icon.
another good one is to do something to make this site faster
I'm sure Nathan would love to do that, but something like that would require a fairly big chunk of cash. Servers aren't terribly expensive (to start off), but once you start upgrading them, the money adds up fast!
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another good one is to do something to make this site faster
There is an SMF Optimization Mod (not sure of link). I'm not sure what it does exactly, but I know it's there. ;D
Servers aren't terribly expensive (to start off), but once you start upgrading them, the money adds up fast!
Servers aren't terribly expensive? That's a new one. ;D
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I meant that they're not terribly expensive when you first start off with one...like, a low-grade server. The server I'm currently on is free. To upgrade, it would be $5 a month, which I think is pretty reasonable. Then the next upgrade is something like $20 a month, and so on.
So, you can obtain a server (or space on a server, I should say) for not much money...but once you start upgrading, they do indeed become quite expensive. And for a site with as much traffic as this one, I'd hate to imagine what the costs are. It makes me glad that I've got a dinky little site that no one uses.
I didn't mean to give the wrong impression. Sorry about that. Heh.
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LOL! I thought you were talking about a professional Dell server that costs about $5000 or something! ;D
Are you using Ubuntu Server?
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Ha ha, no, nothing fancy like that! I'm just talking about space on a regular ol' web server. For my site, I am just doing it through Freehostia. They're not the best servers, but they have what I need, and the free server gives me more than enough bandwidth. I just have to pay a $9.95 yearly fee for my domain (I believe I bought it through GoDaddy, but I actually don't remember).
The site I'm desiging is going to be a very basic/simple site for a business that my fiancé and I want to start soon (we still have to go to the registry and everything), so I don't need all of the bells and whistles. Unfortunately, the free server doesn't support the PHP mail functions, so I may eventually upgrade because I am trying to run a PHP-based game with an integrated SMF forum, and they're going to need the use of these functions. Of course, that's if I ever get around to coding the various modules and designing the themes and whatnot (that's going to be difficult with school starting next week).
EDIT: Ubuntu Server looks very interesting, by the way. I would like to eventually look into this, but I think some of it may be a little over my head at the moment.
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I cant help but notice that the site looks different color wise...
As for servers:
With such an overloaded MySQL database server, I think it might be time to contact that ISP of yours, Nathan, and see if they have a second MySQL server that you can use. It seems to get worse at times, and then gets better.. but, it can be a real pain some of the time.
Other than that, building one yourself usually isn't that difficult, nor is maintaining it, but, its always good to have experience, especially if something goes wrong.
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When I first get onto ComputerHope in the morning (for example), I would see around 5 pages of unread topics. However, if I leave it, close the browser, and then come back later it would all be gone. Then I would have to click 'Click here to try all unread topics' to view the 5 pages again.
Same here.
Have ability for users to add system specs and get listed under user profile
I saw on some other board, computer like small icon, next to user's nick, which when clicked on, displays all that info in a pop-up. Possible?
Make the Message window sizeable in the new topic / reply window.
Great!
On Quick reply add bold, italic, img, link buttons.
Super. Possible to add "quote"?
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o another one is a box to right your quick reply istead of having to click on replay all the time that would be nice also
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I cant help but notice that the site looks different color wise...
See here: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64354.0.html
EDIT: Nevermind, I see you already found the thread.
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another good one is to do something to make this site faster
I very rarely have issues with the site's speed.
The SMF optimization mod is more trouble than it's worth by the way, caused a lot of issues for me.
o another one is a box to right your quick reply istead of having to click on replay all the time that would be nice also
We already have that, check your settings to make sure it's displayed.
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Breath.........fresh...air..
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I've just recently been experimenting with the Quick Reply. Very convenient (useful for bad internet connections)
I don't think smileys are needed but the [ quote] like Broni suggest would be useful, along with [ img], [ b], [ i], [ u] and [ code].
Perhaps they could replace the text:
With a Quick-Reply you can use bulletin board code and smileys as you would in a normal post, but much more conveniently.
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Have ability for users to add system specs and get listed under user profile
I saw on some other board, computer like small icon, next to user's nick, which when clicked on, displays all that info in a pop-up. Possible?
Putting this info under an icon is a great idea. One of the appeals of CH to me is that it is not "garbaged up." User profiles and computer specs displayed in the Topics section quite often interfere (IMO) with the topic content.
EDIT: I would like a FAQ on getting my head out of my @@@ so that I can use the Quotes right!
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I would like to see the cursor placed in the message section when selecting "Reply' or 'Quote.' Upper left corner of the message section for Reply and at the end of the quotation for Quote.
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This is how the icon looks:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4107660.gif)
...and when you click on it:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4107663.gif)
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Another suggestion.
Warning: this topic has not been posted in for at least 30 days.
Unless you're sure you want to reply, please consider starting a new topic.
Can we have this come up the same way the message comes up if someone has posted before you? This way a user posting in an old topic will see the message and realize it's an old topic.
This was a wonderful idea - just went to test the existing notice and see that this idea has been implemented. Great idea, Carbon :)
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On the screen that lists messages, unread posts and new replies - how about enumerating how many new replies; similar to the display of messages. E.g. New replies to your posts (10).
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Is it possible for us to make a new set of smileys?
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or more smilies and different types we can set
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I have a page noted here (http://www.acbsystems.com/boards/smilies.htm) - but many more smilies than that accumulated now!!
Need to make a new page sometime.
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I think smilies are both overrated and overused...
That's just me though...carry on.
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Please...no more Smileys...I can only understand about three of the ones that are offered now :(
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I think smilies are both overrated and overused...
That's just me though...carry on.
Agreed. In all of my time here at Computer Hope, I have never used an emoticon (at least, not to my recollection) and I don't intend to.
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Hey, easy on us smiley lovers!! (http://bestsmileys.com/evil/6.gif)
Just kidding.
I get most of mine from here when I feel the need to be different http://bestsmileys.com/pageindex.htm
They are already in BBCode format so it's just a quick copy/paste. (http://bestsmileys.com/transform/8.gif)
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>:( No more Smileys >:(
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>:( No more Smileys >:(
Except for you, Carbon ;D :) ;D :) ???
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>:( No more Smileys >:(
Aww why not I thougth we could make new ones.
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I think smilies are both overrated and overused...
That's just me though...carry on.
Agreed. In all of my time here at Computer Hope, I have never used an emoticon (at least, not to my recollection) and I don't intend to.
I never likes smiles... I only use them to make a user assume what vocal tone I am trying to project. (Avoiding people assuming that you are in fact yelling at this, which, half the time, when I include a smilie, I truly am)
I dont mind text smilies.. eg: : ) (without the replacing smilie thing....)
I "broke" smilies on my forum...
Each smilie (with the exception of ?? ? ) is 0.18 KB (186 bytes)
We have an average of 322.68 users online daily...
I am guessing that each post has around 2-4 smilies at least at the minimum... (so, we will call it 3)
322.68 * 0.18 = 58.0824
Think of the bandwidth we could save, people! 58KB in a day! (1.7MB in a month)
I honestly find smilies annoying. I keep trying to remind myself to separate smilie text with a space so it wont use the image.
Still, some people like them... but, thats not my choice.
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i love smileys (http://www.acbsystems.com/images/smilies/claphands.gif)
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Each smilie (with the exception of ?? ? ) is 0.18 KB (186 bytes)
We have an average of 322.68 users online daily...
I am guessing that each post has around 2-4 smilies at least at the minimum... (so, we will call it 3)
322.68 * 0.18 = 58.0824
Think of the bandwidth we could save, people! 58KB in a day! (1.7MB in a month)
Woah, that's a lot! -----> ;D ;D ;D
i love smileys (http://www.acbsystems.com/images/smilies/claphands.gif)
LOL! Same here...
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all hail the smileys (http://www.acbsystems.com/images/smilies/bowdown.gif)(http://www.acbsystems.com/images/smilies/bowdown.gif)(http://www.acbsystems.com/images/smilies/bowdown.gif) wow what a lot of bandwith im using! (http://bestsmileys.com/wow/1.gif) see smileys are the best!!! (http://bestsmileys.com/hitting/7.gif) they rock!!!! they are very nice! becides there ^^^ yay smileys!
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What happened to the OP icon idea ? ? Do able ?
Feature implemented as CBMatt mentioned. The user who started the topic will be known as "*Topic starter". I thought the addition of an icon would clutter things up. But can be changed if demand for it is so requested.
another good one is to do something to make this site faster
Good point. Although still in the works, something that can be added to the list.
Super. Possible to add "quote"?
Added to list.
I would like to see the cursor placed in the message section when selecting "Reply' or 'Quote.' Upper left corner of the message section for Reply and at the end of the quotation for Quote.
Good point, I was planning on doing this after first request. Missed the to-do list. Added and will be doing it.
This is how the icon looks: ...
Wow that's pretty slick I'll see if it's something I can do.
On the screen that lists messages, unread posts and new replies - how about enumerating how many new replies; similar to the display of messages. E.g. New replies to your posts (10).
Good idea. Not sure if it's possible or not but I'll add to list and look into doing it.
Is it possible for us to make a new set of smileys?
Sure, we'll see about doing it. Added to list. I believe it'd be possible to have users to be able to select what smiles they wish to use. So those who don't care for them can just use default or something not so intrusive.
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I made a few OP bars if the notion strikes you to use one. I can change them easily. probably shouldn't have included the * in them but it can be removed easy enough.
(http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/8681/topicstarterfs9.png) (http://imageshack.us)
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/9871/topicstarter1mr1dc7.png)
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I made a few OP bars if the notion strikes you to use one. I can change them easily. probably shouldn't have included the * in them but it can be removed easy enough.
(http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/8681/topicstarterfs9.png) (http://imageshack.us)
(http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/9871/topicstarter1mr1dc7.png)
I commented about this on the OP thread (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,62989.0.html) and have adjusted the text to look similiar to your icons. Lets discuss this further in this thread.
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Nice The new thread starter image is more noticeable
It scared me when I was editing my game in the forum game section.
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I like them, although I'd like to keep text if possible. I can modify the CSS to look similiar to the icons you used here and can adjust them on the fly to meet almost any need. What about this change everyone?
Not speaking my language there :-\
I understand what you mean though and looks good.
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I like "topic starter" bar idea. It's much better visible, than simple text. Maroon looks better, than blue (especially on blue reply background).
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That #ECEDF3 works well - thank you ..... mellows things just fine.
One other thing, tho not sure if implementable on SMF - numbered posts? On VBulletin where it seems common, this can be handy for referring back to a specific post without necessarily having to quote.
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Reply #53 on: Today at 06:12:43 PM
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Ooops - :-[
Zero marks for observation! I was looking top right close to quote where I had seen numbering on VB - danged if I noticed the numerical ref where it actually is. Duh! ::)
I claim old age - and the 5th!! ;D
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I must agree, that number is not too well visible. When I first got to CH, I didn't see them either.
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Okay, I'm lost. What is the "Topic Starter" bar for anyways?
Looking at the forum statistics, I am the 4th ranked topic starter out of all members... are these associated?
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"Topic starter" bar was made, so if someone hijacks the thread, you're aware who the original poster is.
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"Topic starter" bar was made, so if someone hijacks the thread, you're aware who the original poster is.
Ah, perhaps it should be "Original Poster"
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Nathan messed it up, as always....LOL
Nathan....I'm just kidding...hehehe
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Considering some of the people we get in here sometimes, I wouldn't be surprised if some of them were confused by the phrase "original poster".
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That's true......drmsucks, they're talking about you....LOOOOOOOOOL
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I dont think either would make sense to a new user...
I can say I really dont like the color of it though.
I would recommend:
#4E7DD1 (Medium blue)
#2153AA (Bit darker)
#6E94B7 (The color that ComputerHope uses for dark blue... since its part of the current color scheme, it would probably work the best)
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That's true......drmsucks, they're talking about you....LOOOOOOOOOL
Hey - I thought that I handled it pretty well with this response: "OP =/= Old People, LOL! OP = Original Poster, i.e., the person who started the topic. Actually, now that we identify the original poster, I guess I should refer to them as the "Topic Starter," or, TS, or, in this case, Susan, who seems to be AWOL. :)"
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We could just list it as PEBKAC... since, that is often quite fitting.
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What happened to the in-post scrollbar?
Pages are being stretched when we have large images now.
Example:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64649.msg414536.html#msg414536
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Ahhh....my Babylon theme is back!
Thank you, Nathan :)
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What happened to the in-post scrollbar?
Pages are being stretched when we have large images now.
Example:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64649.msg414536.html#msg414536
Not sure. Assuming one of the files I modified to fix this was reverted back after the last update. I'll look into it. Added to list.
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As can be seen some of the things on the to-do list have been completed.
- Cursor will automatically go to the Subject when creating new message.
The Subject was removed from the reply window.- Cursor will automatically go to the Message when replying.
- In the new post and reply screens the message window will grow as your message grows to help allow users to see their full posts without having to scroll.
Let me know if there are any issues, I can already see one that needs to be adjusted and that's fixing the bottom white space seen on the message window.
Edit: Subject box put back.
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In the new post and reply screens the message window will grow as your message grows
Thats pretty cool there 8)
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Cool beans - kudos! :)
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In the new post and reply screens the message window will grow as your message grows
Thats pretty cool there 8)
I actually don't like this very much. Is there any way to add an option so we can choose whether or not we have this feature?
And I have to admit that I miss the Subject portion, but that's not too big of a deal. It should only take a day or two for me to adjust to the change.
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I actually don't like this very much. Is there any way to add an option so we can choose whether or not we have this feature?
And I have to admit that I miss the Subject portion, but that's not too big of a deal. It should only take a day or two for me to adjust to the change.
I agree... I don't really like dynamically expanding post boxes.. but, I certainly can live with it.
As for the subject, I can certainly live without it.. but, making it go away prevents moderators from modifying posts and changing the topic.
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We can still change it by using the Quick Edit rather than the normal Modify.
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Good points about the modifying loosing the subject as well. I primarily did this initially to help make things easier. However, after adding the ability for the cursor to be placed automatically in the Message, leaving the ability to change the subject should be ok. So I've added that back.
As far as making the Message box increase or not increase depending on what you like that could be more difficult. But I'll see what I can do to accommodate the request.
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Thanks, Nathan. If there isn't anything you can do about it, it's not a big deal; I can just learn to get used to it.
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I'm assuming, all those features works in default skin only?
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I'm assuming, all those features works in default skin only?
That's correct. As mentioned in the themes thread, all current and future updates will only be affecting the default theme, which is why I'm trying to accommodate everyone the best I can so they use the default theme. Unfortunately barely have enough time to maintain one theme and because less than 1% of the people are using alternative themes (even before I switched everyone back) there really is no reason why I should spend a lot of time updating each theme with new modifications.
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Understood...
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The cursor placed in the reply message box - absolutely wonderful. Thank you.
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The cursor placed in the reply message box - absolutely wonderful. Thank you.
*CTRL+F5's*
Does that work in FireFox? Nothing is happening on my end.
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Was able to successfully
cleanup the forums and install a new mod. The new installed mod is the custom profile options, which will enable us to allow users to create custom profile entries, so far I've only added the option for OS (Operating System). Users who've filled out this option will now have their OS displayed in their Profile box as you can see to the left in my profile box. This mod was also added to the SMF theme by default as well.
I'll still be tweaking the looks of this but it's a good first step and if you can think of additional items you'd like to have listed in the profile and/or profile box in the post window feel free to mention it.
* Users who've already registered on the forums an fill this new option and future options in the profile button under the "Forum Profile Information" (at the bottom).
* New users will have the ability to fill this out when they register.
Update: Unfortunately even after the cleanup and updates forum performance still seems sluggish at times. So will continue to work with web host on this issue.
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The cursor placed in the reply message box - absolutely wonderful. Thank you.
*CTRL+F5's*
Does that work in FireFox? Nothing is happening on my end.
Should work in all browsers, tested in Firefox and IE and works fine in both on my end. You *must* be using the default theme.
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Should work in all browsers, tested in Firefox and IE and works fine in both on my end. You *must* be using the default theme.
I Using the default theme, I usually do on most forums, it helps me tell them apart.
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I Using the default theme, I usually do on most forums, it helps me tell them apart.
Hmm not sure why it wouldn't be working, when clicking reply your cursor should automatically be placed int he message body. Do you happen to have any addition FF mods that could be tampering with Javascript? Try in IE?
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It works here with FF 3, and default CH theme.
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I Using the default theme, I usually do on most forums, it helps me tell them apart.
Hmm not sure why it wouldn't be working, when clicking reply your cursor should automatically be placed int he message body. Do you happen to have any addition FF mods that could be tampering with Javascript? Try in IE?
Nope... but, I think I am fine with it. I cant stand programs that move my mouse for me... (no offense... its always been kind of a pet peeve of mine. I can get used to it if needed)
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Nope... but, I think I am fine with it. I cant stand programs that move my mouse for me... (no offense... its always been kind of a pet peeve of mine. I can get used to it if needed)
Well it doesn't move your mouse it puts your typing cursor in the message box so you can start typing immediately without having to click in the message or subject box.
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If you're a Computer Hope Folding@Home participant (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,34147.0.html) you'll now have a folding icon ((http://www.computerhope.com/folding.gif)) next to your name. I'd like to have a description on the icon so people can hover their mouse over it and see what it is, but so far only able to use an "alt" tag, which doesn't show in Firefox only in IE.
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I noticed the Reply Box Stretching feature.
I think it's a bit too....sensitive though...
Can you make it so that the box keeps maybe 3 lines away instead of expanding every time you press Enter.
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I'd like to have a description on the icon so people can hover their mouse over it and see what it is, but so far only able to use an "alt" tag, which doesn't show in Firefox only in IE.
I am thinking - you should be able to use "title" to duplicate the alt text and that usually shows in FF.
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I am thinking - you should be able to use "title" to duplicate the alt text and that usually shows in FF.
Yes that's true, however the IMG BBC code only supports alt unfortunately.
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Updates:
- The folding@home icon for those of you who have it will now link to the thread about the Computer Hope Folding@home team.
- Remove the Online Offline icon and text shown on the profile section. Took up
space and there is already a PM icon that will be bright green or green depending if the user is online / offline. - Moved the Posts underneath the post bar.
- Move the new OS listing underneath the post count.
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Update:
I just enabled the ability to post your system specs so they can be looked at through the profile. It's likely that this could change in the future if I find a better solution, but for now this is what I'm personally most happy with. Under your "Profile - Forum Profile Information" You'll have a new category called "Computer". Insert your hardware specs in here to have them displayed in your profile to the left as you can see in mine.
I wanted to get a solution like the one Broni posted. Unfortunately though I couldn't seem to find a method of doing this and/or a mod that would allow it. Once the specifications are entered hovering your mouse over "specs" will display the entered hardware specifications.
My main and really only issue I have with this solution as of yet is that I can't seem to get it to display on multiple lines.
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can you get it to display for longer i don't read quickly
FB
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Good idea that - for me too it flickers.
Easy solution tho - if the text is selected (even in part) and hovered then the flyout stabilizes.
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can you get it to display for longer i don't read quickly
FB
That's a good point. Well because this is using the browser alt/title attribute it's a factor dependent on your browser and to my knowledge not something that I can adjust. But I'll see if there is something I can do. Really I'd like to find an alternative solution, this is just the best solution I've found as of yet.
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how can i change it?
FB
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also host the chat here instead of on zayltras server
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also host the chat here instead of on zayltras server
I am hoping it may be moved to ComputerHope when its 100% completed. It would be nice to have a button going to the chat. I need to re-arrange some things to make it easier to use.
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I can't seem to get it to display on multiple lines.
For me, your specs displayed the PSU on line 2.
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also host the chat here instead of on zayltras server
The chat is a protype of what's been used earlier. I'm thinking about moving over to a system similiar to what saviour has on his forums. I'll add this to the todo list of something that I'll at least look at and consider.
how can i change it?
FB
Not sure, however I wouldn't worry about it I'm working on a potential fix that should hopefully resolve that and multiple lines.
For me, your specs displayed the PSU on line 2.
That's true, however, that's only because of the length of the system requirements I listed.
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Remove the Online Offline icon and text shown on the profile section. Took up
space and there is already a PM icon that will be bright green or green depending if the user is online / offline.
I don't like it.
I know now, so I can look at PM icon, but I'm afraid, 95% of others will have no clue, and we're gonna have tons of questions.
Beside "bright green - regular green" is not really well visible at first look.
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Also...
One question about specs...they're displayed only for about 5 sec. Can this time period be extended, or can this pop-up stay up there as long, as I hover the mouse over the "Specs" link?
5 sec is pretty short time to see, and analyze the display.
I posted it in some other topic, but I can see, this is a work in progress.
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I don't like it. I know now, so I can look at PM icon, but I'm afraid, 95% of others will have no clue, and we're gonna have tons of questions. Beside "bright green - regular green" is not really well visible at first look.
This icon has always been present and moving the mouse over it describes its use. However, if it's mainly the icon you don't like I'd have no issues with changing it either to the old computer icon used on the offline / online feature or something else. I mainly wanted to remove it because of the new features that are being added and I don't want to be one of those forums that have dozens of icons and a garbage full of text on every users profile. :)
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another thing is to make zer0 atop dieing he just leaves sometimes his name is there but he wont talk
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another thing is to make zer0 atop dieing he just leaves sometimes his name is there but he wont talk
Although not the place for this, he seems to be working since I can see people talking with him now. Keep in mind he's not something I've worked on for a few years and don't plan on working on again for some time if at all.
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he doesnt need work he is SOOOOO funny im about to burst out laughing
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Easy solution tho - if the text is selected (even in part) and hovered then the flyout stabilizes.
It doesn't work for me.
I'd have no issues with changing it either to the old computer icon used on the offline / online feature or something else
Yeah, I think, it should be an icon solely dedicated to on- off-line status. The old one worked fine for me.
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i liked the old one too
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Nathan...
Well because this is using the browser alt/title attribute it's a factor dependent on your browser and to my knowledge not something that I can adjust.
Do you think, it's adjustable through the browser? I can't think of any setting...
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Update:
I've updated the specs new feature, it now has a new look and will not disappear as long as the mouse remains over the link. Still working out a few bugs about the multiple lines but definately formats better than the previous solution.
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Do you think, it's adjustable through the browser? I can't think of any setting...
I don't know of an exact adjustment just something I'd imagine would be customizable through the about.config for example in Firefox.
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Huge improvement - bit of JS there methinks.
Works well :)
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Bah, correction. It does disappear, but takes a lot longer. I'll see if I can tweak it some more so it is either a greater delay or doesn't disappear any more.
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Huge improvement - bit of JS there methinks.
Works well :)
You'd be correct JS and CSS.
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I've updated the specs new feature, it now has a new look and will not disappear as long as the mouse remains over the link.
Looks great!!
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Still disappears, but after 10 sec now.
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Still disappears, but after 10 sec now.
Yeah you may have missed the post I just made. I didn't realize that until I was testing it more. So working on increasing timeout and/or eliminating it.
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Also....possible in "Specs" to display each item in separate line? It'd be easier to read, I guess.
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I reckon even with my crazy long list - it lasts long enough. Longer useful but - it's still most effective.
I have some code for almost same thing which I have used a time or two ... and yeah - css included.
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It's happening already:
what happen to the online Offline Pic?
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64853.new.html#new
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i like the specs better now
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I'm looking for some FF config setting to adjust length of flyout's display time...nothing yet.
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I'm looking for some FF config setting to adjust length of flyout's display time...nothing yet.
Well it was just an assumption so it's likely if you're not able to find it that it really doesn't exist. Sorry.
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I also asked my personal FF guru, but didn't get any response, yet.
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Update:
Specs has been updated. I tippled the amount of time before the the box will disappear. I'd imagine this should be more than enough time for anyone reading the specs to get through them all.
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I reckon even with my crazy long list - it lasts long enough. Longer useful but - it's still most effective.
I have some code for almost same thing which I have used a time or two ... and yeah - css included.
Using a SMF mod that's using the open source Yahoo Tooltips (http://developer.yahoo.com/yui/examples/container/tooltip.html). If your interested.
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30 sec on my clock.....plenty. Looks great :)
What about one item per line....coma in user's computer info would create new line? Doable?
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Update:
Funny you should ask. Just got that working as well from the looks of it. Go back into your User profile and it's now a text box instead of a single line box. Should be able to format lines to make it look as pretty as you want. Looking into allowing BBC codes as well (but no promises as of yet).
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Using a SMF mod that's using the open source Yahoo Tooltips (http://developer.yahoo.com/yui/examples/container/tooltip.html). If your interested.
Thanks - another variant to keep in mind! :)
Snagged another recently from javascript.com - quite a few ways to do it.
The delay now is awesome - has to be well adequate. I'll try and reformat mine tho it is a bit lengthy! :)
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Looks great, Nathan :)
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Don't want to be a pain, but flyout width may need some adjustment to avoid wrap-up:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4115287.gif)
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Don't want to be a pain, but flyout width may need some adjustment to avoid wrap-up:
Haha - I nearly mentioned that - but almost didn't dare LOL.
I guess +50 pixels wide would probably take care of even my verbose list!
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Lovin' the new changes, especially the specs and OS.
I'm excited about the new changes!
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Now, we know, you need more RAM.....hehehe
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Now, we know, you need more RAM.....hehehe
Haha - now all the secrets will be out ;D
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You people better don't lie.....LOL
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Don't want to be a pain, but flyout width may need some adjustment to avoid wrap-up:
Should be an easy fix, working on doing the online / offline change though right now.
Also don't worry about being a pain, I'm devoting all this time to do changes, so if you see something you don't like and/or want speak up. :)
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Fair enough :)
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Now, we know, you need more RAM.....hehehe
;D ;D ;D :) :-\ :( >:(
I wish I hadn't bought the cheapest computer in the store, LOL.
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RAM is cheaper than dirt :)
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RAM is cheaper than dirt :)
WTH! Darn. Just checked your specs. I wish I had I computer like yours.
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what about mine?
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Darn... I just got owned big time.
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It's happening already:
what happen to the online Offline Pic?
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64853.new.html#new
Update:
The offline / online icon has now replaced the PM icon and is now with all the other icons. Also to help with the matching of the other icons I increased the size to 15x15.
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Exactly why I see no value in posting specs - "Mine is bigger than yours."
Okay.
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looks good
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Don't want to be a pain, but flyout width may need some adjustment to avoid wrap-up:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4115287.gif)
Update: This has been fixed increased by another 50px so 300px width now.
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All cool now, Nathan :)
Exactly why I see no value in posting specs - "Mine is bigger than yours."
Surely, there are some kids on this board, who'll enjoy this "game", but c'mmon, let them have some fun...:)
Seriously, I bet, you'll find "Specs" helpful, when helping others...IMHO.
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Woah, the Online/Offline icon just appeared. :o
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Number of us found it missing...LOL
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All cool now, Nathan :)
Exactly why I see no value in posting specs - "Mine is bigger than yours."
Surely, there are some kids on this board, who'll enjoy this "game", but c'mmon, let them have some fun...:)
Seriously, I bet, you'll find "Specs" helpful, when helping others...IMHO.
Okay :)
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I can't help you, because you have no specs listed.....LOL
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Oh, the Personal Message icon was replaced. Cool.
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I can't help you, because you have no specs listed.....LOL
What...more info, please!
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Update:
Have added some additional fields (again in the Profile - Forum Profile Information). The new available entries are "Certifications", for those of you who have any certifications. Really this is the only method I could come up with as a way as indicating how knowledgeable you are (as requested by users). If filled out this will show up in the left profile bar (as seen in the left on my profile). In addition to adding this I've also added a field "About me", so users can list any additional detail information they'd like others to know. This information will not be displayed on the profile pane to the left, instead, users can view this information by viewing the full profile of the user. Clicking on the picture of CBMatt (Chris) will take you to that profile window. I've filled out mine as another example, so you can see how this also looks.
I can't help you, because you have no specs listed.....LOL
I've only got the forums to have the user enter their OS when they're registering. So although I know you're joking just for those who may not know I can't imagine too many situations where you'd need to view someones system specifications.
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Thanks a lot for the additions, Nathan! This is something I've been wanting for a long time! It's not quite how I pictured it, but I really like this; the info's right there where everyone can see, but it's also out of the way. Nice job!
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NOTE: do not use BB code in the specs. It completely throws the whole thing out of whack!
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NOTE: do not use BB code in the specs. It completely throws the whole thing out of whack!
I see you've been experimenting.
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Oh I know, can we finally do something about that Language Option (that we can't fill out) in our profile?
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What language option?
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Well....I guess it's not really an Option:
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/390skewro.JPG)
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Ahhh....I've never noticed that thing before...
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Another thing, which kept bugging me, but I kept forgetting....
Members list. There is not really obvious way to access it.
How many people realize, that you have to click on this?
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4115713.gif)
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i didnt know that... you better make a button
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Another thing, which kept bugging me, but I kept forgetting....
Members list. There is not really obvious way to access it.
How many people realize, that you have to click on this?
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4115713.gif)
Yeah Your right.
Maybe in Other offtopic section can we make a sig and avatar request forum?
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you better make a button
Who? Me?....LOL
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anyone that can and put it on here aka admin
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compruler
What the heck?
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4115719.gif)
LOL
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Oh I know, can we finally do something about that Language Option (that we can't fill out) in our profile?
Added to the list of things to do.
Added to the to do list also a cleaner way to view the member list.
Finally, unless you're just doing it as a joke, if you have no certifications. You can leave the field blank it's not required. I added this note to the profile screen.
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i now its not i just wanted to put none lol cause i was bored LOL how does broni have 600some pms i can only get 50...
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how does broni have 600some pms
Say what? I'm NOT a woman.....LOL
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Added to the to do list also a cleaner way to view the member list.
Cool...
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how does broni have 600some pms
Say what? I'm NOT a woman.....LOL
let me refraize pm's
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Wow... a lot of replies happened since I last checked CH... (Went to a drive in movie at 9PM)
Trying to locate the thread I wanted to reply to...
Here it is!
I reckon even with my crazy long list - it lasts long enough. Longer useful but - it's still most effective.
I have some code for almost same thing which I have used a time or two ... and yeah - css included.
Using a SMF mod that's using the open source Yahoo Tooltips (http://developer.yahoo.com/yui/examples/container/tooltip.html). If your interested.
Is anyone else thinking what I am thinking?
Personally, I am not a big fan of tooltips, but, you could have Tooltips show up on words such as CPU, HDD, Motherboard, RAM, Computer, Case, Modem, NIC, Network, and other not-so-obviously-defined-words...
I notice the post box is wider... (or is that because I am in IE?)
-Note, Using IE, ignore spelling mistakes if I made one.
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I have one more suggestion (today).
When we move topics can you make it so when we move a topic, instead of viewing the ComputerHope Section, it brings us straight to the topic in the other section?
For example, if I moved this ToDo list to Microsoft Windows, as soon as I click Move Topic, the topic gets moved by it redirects me to the Other Section.
My suggestion is can you get it to redirect us to this topic in the Microsoft Windows Section.
Hopefully that made sense....still a bit drowsy....
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Yep, it was brought up before, and it makes sense.
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They copied us:
http://www.techsupportforum.com/microsoft-support/windows-xp-support/116090-disk-boot-failure-please-insert-system-disk-press-enter.html
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/ehasag.JPG)
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Ah, future vision . . . they saw, two years ago, we were going to implement this, and thus copied us before we could do it.
The lengths some people will go to in order to imitate others is unbelievable . . .
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Oh really? I've never noticed it before. :-[
Does that mean we copied them?
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We only recently did this, but that screenshot shows posts from 2006.
Therefore, we've imitated them in a sense, as we did it much later.
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Hmmmm......I guess you're right.... Darn.
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Personally, I am not a big fan of tooltips, but, you could have Tooltips show up on words such as CPU, HDD, Motherboard, RAM, Computer, Case, Modem, NIC, Network, and other not-so-obviously-defined-words...
I thought about doing this and was the original intention of the Word Converter script (http://www.computerhope.com/wc.htm) I wrote a year or so ago. Right now though I'm still not too happy with how many links it generates, so something that I'm up in the air about. However, for those who want to do it manually, here's the secret, with the new setup I added for the computer specs.
[tooltip=Central Processing Unit]CPU[tooltip]
Generates this:
[tooltip=Central Processing Unit]CPU[/tooltip]
When we move topics can you make it so when we move a topic, instead of viewing the ComputerHope Section, it brings us straight to the topic in the other section?
Haven't worked with the code too much in this portion of SMF to know if this is possible or not. I'm sure it is but not sure on the difficulty but I'll look into it.
Does that mean we copied them?
Nope. Wasn't even really aware of this forum until you posted it. It only makes sense though for someone to have OS: Instead of Operating System: to help conserve space. Personally though I don't like how they specify each type of XP. But I guess in some situations it'd be nice to know that.
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It looks to me like it's a field there that they can fill out, rather than selecting from a drop down box.
While I agree that it's not always necessary to know, say, Home or Pro, it is sometimes vital to know whether an OS is 32 or 64 bit, as well as the service pack.
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It looks to me like it's a field there that they can fill out, rather than selecting from a drop down box.
While I agree that it's not always necessary to know, say, Home or Pro, it is sometimes vital to know whether an OS is 32 or 64 bit, as well as the service pack.
Good call on the 32 vs 64 and SP's. My primary reason for going with the drop down box was to help make it easy for users who're not familiar with all the versions of Windows and often don't know their version unless they see it in writing. In addition I have the drop down box on registration so they can easily select their OS. I'll try to attempt to work up an easy method of getting the platform and/or SP in there some how too without complicating things too much.
So the question becomes since you have your SP in your Specs; why are you still running XPSP2 ?
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Any way to show dual boot, e.g., XP/Vista? Or, XPSP3/VistaSP1?
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XP X64 edition only runs up to SP2, it's based on the newer Windows Server 2003 rather than the XP code base.
I agree that a drop down box is easier for less experienced users, good call on getting it implemented when people register too (I guessed this might have been done but wasn't sure).
Dual booting might be better to put in the rest of the specs, as it's usually more experienced users that do this. That reminds me I should add my dual boot OSes.
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Any way to show dual boot, e.g., XP/Vista? Or, XPSP3/VistaSP1?
I can add as many options as requested. Let me tinker around with it though and see what can be done. My initial thought on it would be to add easy options at the first, and then maybe more advanced options for those who wish to specify more specifics
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Any way to show dual boot, e.g., XP/Vista? Or, XPSP3/VistaSP1?
I agree with Calum on this:
Dual booting might be better to put in the rest of the specs
I added my virtual OSes in "Specs".
...and I have to tell you, I already appreciate OS listings. Surely not every member has it set up, but it already saved me unnecessary question: "What's your OS?", on few occasions.
Also, little bigger "on- off-line" icon looks great.
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Dual booting might be better to put in the rest of the specs, as it's usually more experienced users that do this.
That will work.
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...and I have to tell you, I already appreciate OS listings. Surely not every member has it set up, but it already saved me unnecessary question: "What's your OS?", on few occasions.
Love to hear that. :)
Also, little bigger "on- off-line" icon looks great.
Good to hear. :)
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I'll keep this on the TO-DO list, but for now the best solution I could come up with is for users who wish to specify their platform and SP information for OS to put it in their specifications. I did add however add "Mac OS X" and "Other" to the OS options. When adding all the different platform and SP combination's the list was doubling in size and it's already at 11 options.
In addition added the following new descriptions.
OS: What primary Operating System are you using? Dual boot info, platform, SP, etc. can be posted in your specifications found in your profile settings.
Specifications: Your computer hardware system specifications. List as much as you'd like. CPU, platform, memory, HDD space, video card, sound card, more details on OS, etc.
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Update:
Have converted over to a new autoexpand textarea script. The new version will still expand the message box, but seems to do it a lot more intelligently. So you shouldn't notice the expansion of the box until you reach the end. Hope this will please both parties, those who didn't care for it and those who requested it.
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In addition added the following new descriptions.
OS: What primary Operating System are you using? Dual boot info, platform, SP, etc. can be posted in your specifications found in your profile settings.
Specifications: Your computer hardware system specifications. List as much as you'd like. CPU, platform, memory, HDD space, video card, sound card, more details on OS, etc.
Just experienced those when I updated my profile to include specs - very nice, self-explanatory.
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What the heck is this (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65060.0/topicseen.html):
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4117697.gif)
...and this:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4117703.gif)
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What the heck is this (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65060.0/topicseen.html):
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4117697.gif)
...and this:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4117703.gif)
Mine's bigger than yours ;D LOL!!
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I understand, that reply window is self-expandable now, but starting with ONE LINE width looks scary.....
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Tboy34:
NOTE: do not use BB code in the specs. It completely throws the whole thing out of whack!
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Are you gonna tell this to every single member?...LOL
BTW....tboy, not toby....LOL
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Are you gonna tell this to every single member?...LOL
BTW....tboy, not toby....LOL
Woops!
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Personally, I am not a big fan of tooltips, but, you could have Tooltips show up on words such as CPU, HDD, Motherboard, RAM, Computer, Case, Modem, NIC, Network, and other not-so-obviously-defined-words...
I thought about doing this and was the original intention of the Word Converter script (http://www.computerhope.com/wc.htm) I wrote a year or so ago. Right now though I'm still not too happy with how many links it generates, so something that I'm up in the air about. However, for those who want to do it manually, here's the secret, with the new setup I added for the computer specs.
[tooltip=Central Processing Unit]CPU[tooltip]
If you wanted to try it, the easiest way would be through the forums Word Filter. That would also allow members to "disable" tooltips by disabling the word filter.
Eg: Bad word:
CPU
Replacement: [tooltip=Central Processing Unit]CPU[tooltip] (and perhaps even a link to a CH Definition page)
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Just noticed - reply window has no vert scroll bar ... I had to use text selection to get back to top on a long post just now.
Danged if I can remember whether it was there or not yesterday.
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Ah, future vision . . . they saw, two years ago, we were going to implement this, and thus copied us before we could do it.
The lengths some people will go to in order to imitate others is unbelievable . . .
Ooops...Sorry :o ;)
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I understand, that reply window is self-expandable now, but starting with ONE LINE width looks scary.....
Is anyone else experiencing issues with the Message box. As mentioned I did implement a new auto size message box to help make things look better and accommodate everyone. However, this is the first I've heard or seen that the message box starts out as as 1 line height.
Broni, is it also possible that maybe one of your Firefox plugins or Greasemonkey scripts is causing this?
Just noticed - reply window has no vert scroll bar ... I had to use text selection to get back to top on a long post just now.
Danged if I can remember whether it was there or not yesterday.
ChrisXPPro, this could be something new since I did recently implement a new auto resizing window for the message box in the reply and new topic message text area. What browser are you using and any plugins?
Finally, as far as users inserting BBC code and messing things up. I'll see what I can do to fix that. I need to keep BBC enabled so that the tooltips will properly work on the specifications.
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Admin ......
What browser are you using and any plugins?
No plugins and just straight IE7 7.0.5730.13 - must admit I haven't tried in FF recently.
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Admin ......
What browser are you using and any plugins?
No plugins and just straight IE7 7.0.5730.13 - must admit I haven't tried in FF recently.
Hmm that's strange, what should be happening is that the box should grow as you're typing a message. However, I just retested it in IE 7 and I see what you mean expect the new addition to be disabled in the next few minutes until I can get it tested further. Sorry about the trouble. :(
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Broni, is it also possible that maybe one of your Firefox plugins or Greasemonkey scripts is causing this?
Hmmm....today, it looks normal. I have no idea what happened...
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Broni, is it also possible that maybe one of your Firefox plugins or Greasemonkey scripts is causing this?
Hmmm....today, it looks normal. I have no idea what happened...
I'm still betting it has something to do with the modification I added yesterday. I removed it a few hours ago after ChrisXPPro pointed out yet another problem with it in IE7. Apparently I'll need to either rewrite it some more and/or try an alternative. In either case next time (if there is one) I'll test it a lot more before implementing it again into the main theme.
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Update:
Some more updates for this lovely Labor day. :)
- As mentioned above the new feature to autoexpand the message box has been removed again./li]
- Added a new Members list link at the bottom of the main page, to find easier. Those who prefer to click on the total member count, can still do so.
- Updated the main page, to help with load times. Everything changed will not be noticeable to anyone. Except those of you who have an extremely sharp eye. ;)
- Added a new "Experienced" option that users will fill out upon registration and all pre-existing users can find through their profile button. After thinking about the request for a way to find out how experienced a user is, I thought this up as a good way of determining it (in addition to the certifications). This new field will also show up now in the left profile section as seen in mine to the left.
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I'm still betting it has something to do with the modification I added yesterday
Very possible, because it was fine the day before...
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Hey Nathan, anything you can do about here?
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,63575.0.html
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Hey Nathan, anything you can do about here?
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,63575.0.html
I can look into it. However, I don't think anything can really be done about it because all my computers don't have this issue. I think it's something with your setup. You also said the following in the post...
Anyways, now I know it's a problem with FF3 and not CH, I'm good.
Unfortunately I don't have the ability to customize / program FF3. ;)
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Hmmmm....Perhaps it's my Dual Firefox Versions.
Oh well.
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Thought since this is something that's currently being worked on and tested that I'd also post this in this thread and not just the chat prototype thread.
I'm in the process of testing out what I hope will become the final solution for chat on Computer Hope (been through a lot of different chat systems and IRC channels Wink )
I haven't implemented it into the forums yet, because still testing out the interface before I start integrating it into the forums. However, it looks real promising. I'm primarily happy with the fact that your forum login would be the same as the chat log in and if you're already logged in on the forums you'll be immediately logged in. For now the link to this test chat is the below link.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/chat/flashchat.php
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Another good thing about this FlashChat is moderators have their abilities within chat, as well.
Also...it's what I use on my forums, so...I don't have to learn a new interface.
Nice choice, Nathan.
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A bit OT maybe but make the donations page (amazon and something else) easier for me to find. I know you don't outright solicit them but I have a request to donate about every other week it seems (just had another) and it takes me about 10 minutes of searching to find it every time. I know I should book mark it but I don't.
Edit. Found it again. I will try to remember the search term this time :)
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A bit OT maybe but make the donations page (amazon and something else) easier for me to find. I know you don't outright solicit them but I have a request to donate about every other week it seems (just had another) and it takes me about 10 minutes of searching to find it every time. I know I should book mark it but I don't.
Edit. Found it again. I will try to remember the search term this time :)
I appreciate the consideration. But truly the help you're offering on the forums is *soooo* much better than money in my opinion. :) That goes for everyone too who participate in the Computer Hope community. :)
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Nathan.
Did you purposely disable the Users Online icon to not be a URL? (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/icons/online.gif)
Not a big deal at all just checking, it's easy enough to just click the XXX Guests, XX Users link.
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Nathan.
Did you purposely disable the Users Online icon to not be a URL? (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/icons/online.gif)
Not a big deal at all just checking, it's easy enough to just click the XXX Guests, XX Users link.
HA! I knew someone would have an eagle eye and catch that. ;) Yeah I did remove each of the links on the home page for each of the images. I felt that most people didn't click on them and tried cleaning up the home page from any extra useless and/or duplicated information. If I'm mistaken and people really did use this a lot and don't use the other links speak up and I can add it back. I really just have a hard time believing that would be the case. ;)
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Took a few clicks to figure out that it was no longer a link :o
No biggie, I'm already getting used to clicking the XXX Guests, XX Users link instead.
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Update:
Chat has been partially implemented on the forum as seen in the attached image you'll now be able to see who's chatting and where on the main forum page. I plan on adding a chat button and making it more noticeable, however thought I'd fix some of the chat requests first that have already been made on it for users who've tried it.
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Very cool :)
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Very cool :)
Yes it is. Can't wait to see how it all turns out. ;D
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Update:
This is just to let everyone know that my work continues. Unfortunately chat issues sucked up most of my time today so didn't have much opportunity to do any of the other things on the to do list. I did however work with my web host some more and we're going to work on converting the SMF MySQL database data from 4.1 to 5.0. I'll keep you post for when that is to happen. If and when it does it's possible that the site would be down for several hours if not a full day while I convert and move all forum data over to the other server.
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Just let us know ahead of time :)
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Can anyone tell me if they are having an issue with the computer specs pop-up being displayed correctly in any other browser.
I have the same thing installed on my site, ( I use FF, IE, and Opera). Here...it works fine...on my site...it works fine only with IE.
I'm sorry if I posted this in the wrong place, but it seemed appropriate. If not, please feel free to delete this post and I will start another topic in the "Other" forum.
Thanks to all...
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specs are good for me in ff3
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Specs also work fine for me in FF3.
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Not for me.
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ok does it work now?
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I don't have a problem here...with any of the browsers.
It only works on my site if I'm using IE. All other browsers do not work with the script.
I have a feeling it's the way I have the code configured in the index.template.php file for my forum.
I'll be working on it later...along with Nathan...when he has the time.
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Update...
Ha! I knew that's what the problem was...
It is now fixed! All I had to do was change the placement of some javascript within the page header of the indextemplate.php and..."voila!"
The script is now working properly on all browsers...
Thanks, Nathan for your offer of assistance, but I finally got it working, my friend.
All the best...
Steve
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This is how you spent your day today, Steve :)
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4126170.gif)
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LMFAO! Abso-freakin'-lutely!
Thanks, Broni...and you couldn't be any further from the truth, my friend.
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I have found a bug of some sort.
I didn't think it was anything to worry about but in the past week I have seen a few of them.
Unread Topics:
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/1596846.JPG)
Notice that, even though I am the last poster, it says there has been a new post.
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No wonder, you have no time to clean up your computer desktop :)
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I have found a bug of some sort.
I didn't think it was anything to worry about but in the past week I have seen a few of them.
Unread Topics:
<snipped image>
Notice that, even though I am the last poster, it says there has been a new post.
If a user deletes their post, or if a topic is changed by an administrator/moderator (say, unlocked/locked or a topic reply split out), it may show as "Unread".
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Hmmm....Ok.
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Database converted and moved over to the MySQL server 5.0 hope this should speed things up. Additional details about everything found on the below post. Please report issues or any other feedback you may have on that thread so I can keep track of things better. :)
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,60833.msg421375.html#msg421375
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i shure hope it does
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I got home an hour ago, and loading time for some pages goes for 15-30 sec.
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Same here.
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also it died for like a minute or 2 and it said the server was too busy or something
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Same here.
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also that spam script may be a prob with my spam thread....
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also that spam script may be a prob with my spam thread....
Spam script?
I've noticed that the page load time has increased.
Page created in 0.443 seconds with 27 queries. was my last page, the reply box right now is:
Page created in 0.198 seconds with 12 queries.
But, I havent had any holdups, or mysterious bits of time where ComputerHope Forums just wont respond.
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There have been some slowdowns, but none of them too bad.
Also, I have found out you can add yourself to your buddy list.
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Funny thing...I just clicked on a link to this thread in my email, and:
Connection Problems
Sorry, SMF was unable to connect to the database. This may be caused by the server being busy. Please try again later.
I reloaded the page, and it was OK.
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Same here.
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Also, the clickable "Who's online" image has been removed (the link, not the image ;D).
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I've had two pages lag.
When they did, I refreshed another page and got a connection error.
My theory is that this server is just as overloaded as the last. MySQL 5 is more able to handle overloads then version 4, which is good, but, I think we are going to see more connection errors simply since there are so many users on at once.
Nathan, I would talk to your host about setting up a dedicated MySQL server. Were you thinking of providing a computer to them? Being as its only one website needing access, it wouldent even need to be an impressive computer. I would really start talking to them about this.
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Argh Slowness......
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The Default Theme Blue is still way too bright...running SMF theme for now.
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Is it just me or has the number of posts per page been reduced?
Also, it seems the previews in the Reply page have been reduced too.
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As far as the slowness comments, I'll look into it some more with ISP later today.
** Please make any future comments about the slowness in the proper thread **
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,60833.msg421375.html#msg421375
Also, the clickable "Who's online" image has been removed (the link, not the image ;D).
Removed the clickable images at the bottom of the page, figured they were not being used that much, you're second to comment about it.
Nathan, I would talk to your host about setting up a dedicated MySQL server. Were you thinking of providing a computer to them? Being as its only one website needing access, it wouldent even need to be an impressive computer. I would really start talking to them about this.
It's been talked about, I'd have to do it all myself unfortunately since the option for dedicated servers with them is not going to be available until the end of this year / early next year. I'm just trying to delay it because I barely have enough time to maintain and update the site let alone run and manage a server.
The Default Theme Blue is still way too bright...running SMF theme for now.
Lightened up some more, honestly I think if it got any lighter then the current blue it'd probably look identical to the other gray'sh color.
Changed #D3E0EB; to #E2EBF1;
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The Default Theme Blue is still way too bright...running SMF theme for now.
Lightened up some more, honestly I think if it got any lighter then the current blue it'd probably look identical to the other gray'sh color.
Changed #D3E0EB; to #E2EBF1;
Wait, you made it brighter?
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Woah, it's blinding my eyes.
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Is it just me or has the number of posts per page been reduced?
Also, it seems the previews in the Reply page have been reduced too.
After server move I recounted board totals and cleaned things up. Which would explain this.
Wait, you made it brighter?
No I lightened it up as requested.
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Wait, you made it brighter?
No I lightened it up as requested.
I believe Patio said it was too bright.
The Default Theme Blue is still way too bright
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I'm just trying to delay it because I barely have enough time to maintain and update the site let alone run and manage a server.
If you get a dedicated server, that doesn't mean you have to manage it, does it?
Some hosts maintain and manage the server for you, it just means you have the full of use of it.
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If you get a dedicated server, that doesn't mean you have to manage it, does it?
Some hosts maintain and manage the server for you, it just means you have the full of use of it.
No, dedicated doesnt mean you have to manage it. It does mean you get a whole computer dedicated to your website, which would be great for a site like ComputerHope that exchanges a lot of information an hour, and makes a lot of MySQL transactions in an hour.
A host will usually manage a dedicated server for you, especially providing services such as:
Backups, repair, maintenance, upgrades, internet, and power.
Often, you will get more control on a Dedicated host, since the server isnt shared with everyone else.
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Sad to say - from my perspective ''dedicated'' = spendy!!
Been there, done that!
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Very "spendy"...
I looked into it, as well...maybe when I win the lottery.
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Well, Mathematics:
I pay around $7 a month for quality hosting from HostGator.com
Thats $84 a year.
If I wanted to, I could upgrade to dedicated hosting for $174 a moth, and have everything unlimited.
At the same time, if I had a MySQL database problem like we are currently having, I face having less customers leave due to the fact that they couldent figure out how to get past an error, or that they didnt think we were professional because of the errors.
In fact, thats one major thing that concerns me:
Will we still get help requests here with the slowdowns? Most people dont write a site down, and visit it later when it may be working again.
And the third option: Buy a $174 computer instead, and build your own host. The only thing left to deal with is a small business connection from your ISP.
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If you get a dedicated server, that doesn't mean you have to manage it, does it?
Some hosts maintain and manage the server for you, it just means you have the full of use of it.
With my ISP company that'd mean I'd have to purchase, setup, and maintain the server. They don't have a dedicated service for SQL right now so it's more of a co-locate setup.
Maybe I'll start shopping around for another provider. I've just been so happy with my current host I'd hate to move. However, if any of you have suggestions I'll consider them.
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If I wanted to, I could upgrade to dedicated hosting for $174 a moth, and have everything unlimited.
Yep - there's the rub - I nearly quoted an approx $2k per year - which seems about the norm for most I have come across.
Most people dont write a site down, and visit it later when it may be working again
Up to a point perhaps but many folks too if they are interested enough realize servers can go down or have to be down and bookmark or go back in history.
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However, if any of you have suggestions I'll consider them.
The guy who runs this - http://www.tqhosting.com/ - Mark I think - has been very good with a dedicated service for a large VBulletin forum I have been associated with. Spendy of course!
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www.hostgator.com ...
I use their more basic hosting, they have great customer service, and great uptime. They do offer dedicated hosting.. I dont know anyone who has run a larger site on HostGator, which would be what I would find first.
Its around 300KBPS down speed, and the location is in Texas. I have no idea what the up speed is, but, if you are interested in HostGator, I can certainly test it. I manage two sites with HostGator, and then I host my own blog site on a server in my basement...
I would also ask Rob Pomeroy (who did say its fine if you contact him via Skype) if he knows of any good hosts in the US.
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"I love YaBB 1G - SP1!"
Looks like your default text reverted at some point in time... were not even using YaBB anymore.
Perhaps its time to change it back to ComputerHope Member or whatever it was before, perhaps even blank?
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Wait, you made it brighter?
No I lightened it up as requested.
I believe Patio said it was too bright.
The Default Theme Blue is still way too bright
::) ::)
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I'll look into the hosts suggested.
"I love YaBB 1G - SP1!"
Looks like your default text reverted at some point in time... were not even using YaBB anymore.
Perhaps its time to change it back to ComputerHope Member or whatever it was before, perhaps even blank?
Looked at the settings still appears blank to me, sure you're just not looking at an older user who may simply just have this in their profile?
Finally, regarding the theme. So apparently I was tired that night, so you want the blue darker? Is this what everyone wants?
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Finally, regarding the theme. So apparently I was tired that night, so you want the blue darker? Is this what everyone wants?
Yessss!!! It Burns!!!!
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Finally, regarding the theme. So apparently I was tired that night, so you want the blue darker? Is this what everyone wants?
Yessss!!! It Burns!!!!
Ok will if you don't mind start posting some color suggestions. :)
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I don't know what it was before, or how to get the color codes (:-X) but I have a sample from a screenshot I took before the change to the brighter color.
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/oldfcol.bmp)
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I darkened the blue up some to maybe appease Patio, as far as lightening it up to the color you posted Carbon, it's possible just trying to see if we can find something everyone likes.
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there is only the option of one computer in the specs/SBCC could this be expanded to include a few more comps? and what happened to the expandind reply box? it's quite annoying to have to scroll when writing large amounts of code or quoting someone.
FB
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there is only the option of one computer in the specs/SBCC could this be expanded to include a few more comps? and what happened to the expandind reply box? it's quite annoying to have to scroll when writing large amounts of code or quoting someone.
FB
You could actually post multiple computers in your specs since there really is no limit to how much data can be posted in the specs. But maybe if the SBCC becomes popular I'll add an additional field for those users participating in that. Both versions of the expanded text box I tried had lots of issues, one didn't properly size and the other had issues with IE7. So I'm still working on finding a solution that will work with all browsers.
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This blue is a little easier on the eyes...Thanx Nathan !
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ya i like the theme also change the thing that says sbcc to computer clubs and have tons of options
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How about a Solved button for moderators?
I try not to work on too many threads at once and I am loosing track of which malware threads I am done with. It could be as simple as adding an asterisk * or even [Solved] to the thread title when the Solved button is clicked.
Example. (http://img353.imageshack.us/img353/8871/adminsolvedqa8.gif) (http://imageshack.us)
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Yeah that's definately possible. There is a mod for that. This has been suggested several times and I've thought about doing this in the past. So I'll add this to the list.
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Might be helpful.
I've had a run-through at the Lenovo forums once and the OP can mark the topic is Solved or not.
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Some other boards as well.
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Yeah that's definately possible. There is a mod for that. This has been suggested several times and I've thought about doing this in the past. So I'll add this to the list.
If there's a way to add SOLVED: at the beginning of the title, that would be perfect. Or even adding [SOLVED] at the end of the title. Personally, I think text works a lot better than an image in this case. It would also be nice if we could somehow have the option (through a pop-up prompt, perhaps) to lock the thread if we deem it necessary.
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I know the SMF Support Forum uses a green checkmark for solved... I think adding a checkmark as well as text to the topic would be greatly useful.
I do wish in many ways that the user could mark their own topic as solved, since that prevents Moderators from having to do all the work. Actually, thats something that members with 1000+ posts would be capable of doing as well... just an idea
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Without looking at the mod Chris I can't say with certainty but I'd guess, "yes" that should be possible. I'd actually hope that it'd be possible, because I think that's how I'd prefer it as well. I've seen the green check marks and although it works, I personally think the check marks are not that descriptive.
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I've had a run-through at the Lenovo forums once and the OP can mark the topic is Solved or not.
I'm not wild about the OP being able to mark them solved. I've actually seen nonsense flare ups over the Solved option being used, especially when the topic is locked along with being solved.
thats something that members with 1000+ posts would be capable of doing as well
That doesn't sound too bad though.
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I've had a run-through at the Lenovo forums once and the OP can mark the topic is Solved or not.
I'm not wild about the OP being able to mark them solved. I've actually seen nonsense flare ups over the Solved option being used, especially when the topic is locked along with being solved.
There may be a chance we might accidentally mark it solved when the OP still has the problem.
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Solved topic shouldn't be locked, in my opinion, and even if it was marked "solved" by someone, mod should have a an option to change it. No big deal.
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Understood. That's another reason not to add the locked automatically when it is solved. So if the OP comes up with new questions they can still post back.
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Agreed.
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Yeah, no locking. We've tried that before.
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Another thing:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65720.msg425891.html#msg425891
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I disagree here. I like to see OS right away without hovering my mouse over specs.
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Look at Computeruler's sidebar. It's FULL. (doesn't even have the Personal Text under his avatar.
:o
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I like to see OS right away without hovering my mouse over specs.
All, I can say :)
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Ban computeruler...LOL
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Look at Computeruler's sidebar. It's FULL. (doesn't even have the Personal Text under his avatar.
:o
Which is why I'm not adding any additional fields. For the club Idea I thought about adding a club option and then allowing users what clubs they want to be apart of, but unfortunately not possible the way I'd like it with the mod I'm using. I'm trying to be as selective as possible with what I show in the profile bar because I agree I don't want each user having a huge list of erroneous text in their profile.
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In regards to locking, I'm not talking about automatically locking the topic when we click on Solved. I'm talking about a window that pops up asking if we would like to Solve and Lock or Solve without Locking.
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What's the reason for locking the topic? Just asking, because I can't figure out why...
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I believe it's just a way to ensure nobody hijacks a thread that's solved. To a novice forum user Solved is just an invite to jump in with their problem because it is similar. Which is why I suggested just adding an asterisk instead of the [Solved] text.
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Update:
Continuing my work on resolving the forum performance issues. I've decided instead of tweaking and trying to resolve lagging issues to move to a dedicated server. After doing some research and contacting a few of the companies I've decided to go with DedicatedNow (http://www.dedicatednow.com/). I'll be purchasing the server I need and be setting it up over the weekend. If everything goes without a hitch I'd hope to have the new server up and going by the beginning of next week.
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Sounds cool. The slowdowns/timeouts and general goofiness the last few days is quite frustrating. It's had me talking to myself a few times. (http://bestsmileys.com/angry1/19.gif)
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Sounds cool. The slowdowns/timeouts and general goofiness the last few days is quite frustrating. It's had me talking to myself a few times. (http://bestsmileys.com/angry1/19.gif)
Yeah agreed and it seems like all my updates and changes haven't had much if any affect on resolving this issue.
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I like to see OS right away without hovering my mouse over specs.
All, I can say :)
Same here.
I'm not sure that the SBCC link is such a good idea, perhaps it should be moved down next to the F@H icon if possible.
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Earlier there used to be an option to lock ones own thread but its not there anymore!!
Why was it changed?
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Earlier there used to be an option to lock ones own thread but its not there anymore!!
Why was it changed?
For one, it polluted my Unread Topics.
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Apart from that?
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Not sure, I left when they were still doing it.
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I'm not sure that the SBCC link is such a good idea, perhaps it should be moved down next to the F@H icon if possible.
I like this idea and although it requires more work on my part makes things look cleaner. :) Users participating in this club will have this icon now: (http://www.computerhope.com/cb.gif) (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65720.0.html)
Earlier there used to be an option to lock ones own thread but its not there anymore!!
Why was it changed?
Honestly don't recall the reason but assume it was probably because of abuse. I'll try enabling it again and see how it works out.
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I'm not sure that the SBCC link is such a good idea, perhaps it should be moved down next to the F@H icon if possible.
I like this idea and although it requires more work on my part makes things look cleaner. :) Users participating in this club will have this icon now: (http://www.computerhope.com/cb.gif) (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65720.0.html)
Thanks.
Earlier there used to be an option to lock ones own thread but its not there anymore!!
Why was it changed?
Honestly don't recall the reason but assume it was probably because of abuse. I'll try enabling it again and see how it works out.
It was because of abuse, some people randomly locking their topics.
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I'm not sure that the SBCC link is such a good idea, perhaps it should be moved down next to the F@H icon if possible.
I like this idea and although it requires more work on my part makes things look cleaner. :) Users participating in this club will have this icon now: (http://www.computerhope.com/cb.gif) (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,65720.0.html)
Would it look better if there was a space between the online/offine icon, F@H icon, and the new one?
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I think it looks good.
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Alright , the lock thread option works now.
Thanks
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Would it look better if there was a space between the online/offine icon, F@H icon, and the new one?
Agreed done.
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Honestly don't recall the reason but assume it was probably because of abuse. I'll try enabling it again and see how it works out.
I think, it's bad idea. We talked about it before, and it was disabled for a reason.
Topics in most cases were locked by newbies, who kept clicking wrong button. It was upsetting for us, because we couldn't reply with possible help, and a newbie was upset, because he/she was not getting any answers.
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Well if issues continue to happen again I'll disable again. Just trying to please everyone the best I can. :)
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Its fine Admin, just disable that, I think Broni and you are right , it could be abused .
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OK i'll go ahead and Lock this Thread and mark it solved...
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Finally.....LOL
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Phhhh I think he forgot to lock this ::)
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I was being facetious... ;D
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I was being facetious... ;D
Again......?
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I was being facetious... ;D
Again......?
::)
No....still.
8)
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Perhaps this has been mentioned, perhaps this is the wrong place; nonetheless: Is it possible to have the reply number show up on the Topic Summaries when in the Post Reply screen?
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Good catch :)
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Hah, yes.
Perhaps more posts in the summary too.
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I was being facetious... ;D
wow I didn't know you could do that......for some unknown reason you facetious-ness scares me!!
Patio and his sarcasm!!
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Well, I would like to thank you for making the window sizable, amongst other things, I absolutely hate scrolling over, its a bit awkward to do on a laptop sitting on your lap while your laying in a bed. Especially when the laptop is a dell with a buggy touch pad. So, thanks for the flexibility Nathan! ;D
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Perhaps this has been mentioned, perhaps this is the wrong place; nonetheless: Is it possible to have the reply number show up on the Topic Summaries when in the Post Reply screen?
Has been suggested and on #1 post as: On the new replies to post see if a count can be added to left of New replies to your posts, e.g. "New replies to your posts (10)". Still looking into a possible method of doing this but haven't really seen anything yet. Although honestly been focusing more on server performance and chat this last week.
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Although honestly been focusing more on server performance and chat this last week.
I didn't got any Connection Problems error messages last night. That's a good sign.
Another suggestion though; for New Replies To Your Posts, can we make all the icons blue instead of the normal color.
(http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/topic/my_normal_post.gif)
(http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/topic/normal_post.gif)
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Perhaps this has been mentioned, perhaps this is the wrong place; nonetheless: Is it possible to have the reply number show up on the Topic Summaries when in the Post Reply screen?
Has been suggested and on #1 post as: On the new replies to post see if a count can be added to left of New replies to your posts, e.g. "New replies to your posts (10)". Still looking into a possible method of doing this but haven't really seen anything yet. Although honestly been focusing more on server performance and chat this last week.
Different issue. New issue: On the Post Reply screen, several previous posts are shown below Post Reply box - but the reply number for the previous posts is not shown, e.g., Reply #7, Reply #8, etc.
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Another suggestion though; for New Replies To Your Posts, can we make all the icons blue instead of the normal color.
I didn't even think it showed the folders in the "new replies to your posts", but yeah I can look into it. I think it'll probably only require some HTML changes. Added to list.
Different issue. New issue: On the Post Reply screen, several previous posts are shown below Post Reply box - but the reply number for the previous posts is not shown, e.g., Reply #7, Reply #8, etc.
Aww ok. Gotcha, was a little confused by what you meant. That makes more since. I think that'd be feasible. I'll add to list.
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Looks like you've had a busy night Nathan. Even added a chat button. I can try to make some sort of a fancy M for a moderators icon in photoshop if you want, I got nothin' else to do. To be honest, I don't have the patients to run a forum, let alone moderate the whole thing, maybe one or two strings of one, but not one this size. Not to mention the CH site its self, I don't know how you keep up with it man. Good work, keep it up ;D
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Yeah sure go for it. I mainly didn't create a moderator icon because the buttons already pretty big. Maybe when you're creating one you could rename it from moderators to mods or something shorter.
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Alright, will do. I'll upload it when I'm done.
EDIT: Forgot to ask, what font did you use? And how do I make it transparent like the rest so the lil image hangs over? If you can point me to a tut I can do it, forgot how to do transparent backed images.
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forgot how to do transparent backed images.
GIF format save - make content sit on a color (if possible different from any other color in content) ..... and select that color for transparency.
It's a 256 color image - can be worth choosing websafe colors.
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It's a 256 color image - can be worth choosing websafe colors.
You should be able to use any color because it's an image.
Also, I think Nathan can do that for you. I know how to do it in Macromedia Fireworks...I think...
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You should be able to use any color because it's an image.
If you save a GIF after using a 16 million color pallette it will still be ''averaged'' to produce a 256 pallette! Still an ''image'' naturally but - limited pallette - where sometimes dithering helps out.
PNG has transparency options but seems to generate larger files and confess I don't use it a whole lot.
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I use PNG for pictures I use online (if I want to keep the detail)
I find it doesn't take up a lot of memory. If the picture is 5kb as a .jpg, it seems to be about 10kb.
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I use PNG for pictures I use online (if I want to keep the detail)
I find it doesn't take up a lot of memory. If the picture is 5kb as a .jpg, it seems to be about 10kb.
Sometimes the sizes are right about the same...
To make something transparent, which is what I do with every photoshop project, go to File > New
And on the new Window, there should be somet--- okay, forgot... *opens Photoshop over school network drive*
File > New and under "Contents" select "Transparent"
I know this sounds picky... but the chat button is a bit neonish... might be nice if it were the same color as the "Computer Hope" text on the forum logo.
EDIT: OH! Guests cant see the chat icon, can they? I noticed a lot more users logging in...
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I am far from a pro but thought I would add my vision...
Maybe someone can clean it up.
(http://i38.tinypic.com/2nkougi.png)
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Well, evil, you did my job for me ;D
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Thanks for the effort Dead_Reckon and in case you're curious about transparency in images you may want to check out: http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000979.htm
I like yous evilfantasy. However, I did make a slight modification and made it "mods" instead of "mod". However thanks for the addition and it should now be seen in the default theme.
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Nicely Done EF...i like it.
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Ok Nathan do I was wondering If I could make you a special Ch Admin Avatar?
please say yes.
Oh yeah tell me the font you want.
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I knew mod didn't look quite right for some reason ::) mods looks much better!
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Ok Nathan do I was wondering If I could make you a special Ch Admin Avatar?
please say yes.
Oh yeah tell me the font you want.
I never like to say no. However, I'd just like to warn you that I personally don't like to use any type of avatar picture so can't say I'd use it.
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this was brought up in the chat room but i dont know if anyone has posted it here yet....
i am aware that the chat room right now is for social chat, but i was wondering if we could set up at least two rooms. the first/main room will be for live computer help and the other for socializing.
i brought this up because, in the short time i was in the chat room, many guests entered and started asking for computer help. being there, live, with the people enabled me to quickly solve their computer problems, as opposed to using the forums and waiting for their responses.
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Yes, there have been two instances now where there are multiple people asking questions and/or commenting (sometimes bad comments like --> Guest1: [question] Guest2: how the fk would I know, or sometimes bad advice)
Also, Is it possible for OP's to create a new room if necessary?
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i am aware that the chat room right now is for social chat, but i was wondering if we could set up at least two rooms. the first/main room will be for live computer help and the other for socializing.
My original intention of the chat was also meant as a place for people to not only talk about computers but ask about them and learn more. At this time I'd prefer to leave the chat the way it is and not confine it to the status as a "social chat". Also because there isn't dozens of people in the chat I'd also prefer that there be only one room. No point in having multiple empty rooms. :)
Also, Is it possible for OP's to create a new room if necessary?
Yes, it's an IRC server, you're welcome to create any or as many channels as you'd like. Just type "/join whatever" and once in that channel it's been created.
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The new moderator button looks great, EF, (nice job!) however...I think the full text of "moderators" or "staff" should be used, instead.
the word "mods" has many meanings...and may be unclear to some...if you know what I mean.
Just an opinion/observation...
Oh...and why is "Chat" the only nav link that's capitalized...shouldn't it follow the same text pattern as the rest of the links in navigation?
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I just made an observation........The Chat button is the only button with a capital letter.
Also, the text 'Mods' isn't aligned properly. ARGHHH!!! My EYES!!!!!
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On another note...
I'm aware, now, that additional rooms can be created within the IRC chat...but it still has me wondering if someone were to create another room for a support chat...what's to stop a guest or another member from joining that room and either causing trouble or just interfering with the overall support by adding comments that may confuse the one who's looking for support?
Don't get me wrong...I'm not knocking the chat...I'm just making some observations...and voicing my opinion.
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Good question. Perhaps just say on the chat only the person you are helping can enter.
However, anyone can join.....
I remember that FlashChat had a password option for rooms?
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That's correct...but FlashChat is not an option here.
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I'm aware, now, that additional rooms can be created within the IRC chat...but it still has me wondering if someone were to create another room for a support chat...what's to stop a guest or another member from joining that room and either causing trouble or just interfering with the overall support by adding comments that may confuse the one who's looking for support.
Me :D
Or to expand a little on that, an operator. The operators are usually the most active users, and possibly more knowledgeable, therefore most likely to be helping a user. If someone is causing trouble, the operator will kick and possibly ban them.
Alternatively, the user originally giving help can just ask the person they are helping to just ignore the comments or user.
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We are able to ban by hostname and IP, like the forums, making it very difficult to prevent someone from "getting in" after being banned, also, most IRC networks have basic SPAM/Flood protection.
An "Invite Only" channel can be created, requiring someone to have an invitation from another user inside a channel to join. I think there are password based channels as well, but thats a JohnK question.
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Zylstra... On your IRC Stats page... Who said this:
Is kpac stupid or just asking too many questions? 35.7% lines contained a question!
guest_88 didn't know that much either. 34.5% of his/her lines were questions.
;D
It's in the Big Numbers section....
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Zylstra... On your IRC Stats page... Who said this:
Is kpac stupid or just asking too many questions? 35.7% lines contained a question!
guest_88 didn't know that much either. 34.5% of his/her lines were questions.
;D
It's in the Big Numbers section....
Haha, heres how the stats work:
ZylBot doesn't only tell you what the weather is like outside*, but, ZylBot also logs.
Those logs are read by a separate PERL program which process the logs every hour. The PERL program extracts them directly to HTML. (Program is called PISG)
Anyways, its various random statistics. As simply said, it looks at all the users who have posted, and has determined that you of all posted the most question marks.
* Weather on ZylBot? Yes! Its true! Just type:
ZylBot: weather 55555
(replacing 55555 with your zip code)
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Update:
I think the full text of "moderators" or "staff" should be used, instead.
Changed to "staff"
I just made an observation........The Chat button is the only button with a capital letter. Also, the text 'Mods' isn't aligned properly. ARGHHH!!! My EYES!!!!!
Fixed.
I'm aware, now, that additional rooms can be created within the IRC chat...but it still has me wondering if someone were to create another room for a support chat...what's to stop a guest or another member from joining that room and either causing trouble or just interfering with the overall support by adding comments that may confuse the one who's looking for support?
Most visitors barely know what IRC is let alone how to switch / join channels. Don't think this will be an issue. If it becomes one we'll cross that bridge then.
Also plan on moving to new server Sunday. Additional details on below thread.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,66651.msg431813.html#msg431813
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Nice.
For once, I don't have any suggestions...
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/thumbs-up.jpg)
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Haha, heres how the stats work:
ZylBot doesn't only tell you what the weather is like outside*, but, ZylBot also logs.
Those logs are read by a separate PERL program which process the logs every hour. The PERL program extracts them directly to HTML. (Program is called PISG)
Anyways, its various random statistics. As simply said, it looks at all the users who have posted, and has determined that you of all posted the most question marks.
LOL thanks. ;D
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Nice.
For once, I don't have any suggestions...
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/191176/thumbs-up.jpg)
Give it a day or so...
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Give it a day or so...
Or an hour.... ;D
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Give it a day or so...
Or an hour.... ;D
And here it comes.
I just thought of this idea. How about something like "How helpful we were" form or a "How can we improve" form where we can direct new users after we have helped them solve a problem.
I'd like to see what new users think about the navigation here in CH.
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The good ones usually let us know with a big Thanx...
I think if you have to ask people how good you are doing then you're not focusing in the right areas...
Just my opinion...
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Just a small one Nathan...can we get Mark As Read to redirect back to the Main Page as it does on other Forums when clicked ? ?
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(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/5330/bbcbarer4.jpg)
Hey you know how you that above under posts can we put a drop down window near the signature editing area?
you know make it have all the tags like it has above.
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Say again?
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Say again?
omg I want one of those Areas with the bbc code tags and clickable buttons
but I want it in the Signature area.
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Signature area? In your profile?
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Broni....
It;s like what I have on my forum...there's an SMF hack for it: Signature Area BBCode Buttons (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=450)
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Broni....
It;s like what I have on my forum...there's an SMF hack for it: Signature Area BBCode Buttons (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=450)
thank you for makeing it simpler.
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I see...
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Just a small one Nathan...can we get Mark As Read to redirect back to the Main Page as it does on other Forums when clicked ? ?
Added to list.
Broni....
It;s like what I have on my forum...there's an SMF hack for it: Signature Area BBCode Buttons (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=450)
Will add to Computer Hope - added to list.
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Update:
Was occupied with other things today, but tonight did a few minor updates to the site that I happened to think about earlier today.
1. The staff button now points to a forum page instead of the page it used to point on the CH main site.
2. Added new chat icon for those people who've participated in the chat (as seen in the left in my profile and also other users who I happen to recall using the chat). This icon links to a forum page that will have additional features that have yet to be implemented (too tired). But may be things such as stats and other useful features. Carbon suggested making this icon change depending on users status online/offline. However, i couldn't come up with a method of doing that through any means I could think of (was mainly thinking of JavaScript solution). But if anyone has suggestions let me know.
Thanks Carbon Dudeoxide for creating the icon for us. :)
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Glad I could help. Finally i've been able to make an icon. ;)
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Nothing big, but the link for the staff is: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/?action=staff, and the rest have "index.php...." in the link.
Sorry for being so particular, but I like being that way. ;D
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Few things, just to be awkward - I don't like the layout of the staff page as it's too different from the rest of the site, and the "chatstat" page has a spelling mistake, comming instead of coming.
Reminds, me, I need to update my info . . . give me an hour or so to finish what I'm doing and expect a PM, Nathan:)
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Is it ok if we could make a new web banner at the top?
You know where it says computerhope?
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Theres quite a few user icons by default now... once again, just being observant, and I think I could certainly live with it, but, I do think it would be nice if there were less...
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we could do without the Email and MSN icons. i have been here for almost three years and i have yet to this day to press them. also, the profile icon can go. its really not needed, all you need to do is click on the users name to be forwarded to their profile page. again, i have yet to click on the profile icon.
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we could do without the Email and MSN icons. i have been here for almost three years and i have yet to this day to press them. also, the profile icon can go. its really not needed, all you need to do is click on the users name to be forwarded to their profile page. again, i have yet to click on the profile icon.
Agree.
Is it possible to get one of those Navigation menus that follow you down the screen as you explore the forums?
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Theres quite a few user icons by default now... once again, just being observant, and I think I could certainly live with it, but, I do think it would be nice if there were less...
Ooh, yes. I forgot to mention it.
It is indeed getting a bit cluttered.
What about putting them on rows?
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/185178/iconss.PNG)
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we could do without the Email and MSN icons. i have been here for almost three years and i have yet to this day to press them. also, the profile icon can go. its really not needed, all you need to do is click on the users name to be forwarded to their profile page. again, i have yet to click on the profile icon.
Ditto.
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we could do without the Email and MSN icons. i have been here for almost three years and i have yet to this day to press them. also, the profile icon can go. its really not needed, all you need to do is click on the users name to be forwarded to their profile page. again, i have yet to click on the profile icon.
Ditto.
Haha, same here.
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Is it possible to get one of those Navigation menus that follow you down the screen as you explore the forums?
i sure hope not. i hate those things.
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Is it possible to get one of those Navigation menus that follow you down the screen as you explore the forums?
i sure hope not. i hate those things.
Agreed. The scripting causes too many issues.
As for the icons...I'm not sure why, but I personally like having all of them. It just makes the place feel more active and involved. I do like Carbon's idea of putting them in rows, however.
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Eh?
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/185178/chchat1.PNG)
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/185178/chchat2.PNG)
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hmmm i dont see 1/2 of those users in there
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hmmm i dont see 1/2 of those users in there
Carbon's post was made at 12:22:52 AM (my time), yours was made at 02:04:17 PM (also my time)....
I'm sure you can figure out one reason for why the user list might have been different using the information I have just provided.
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the font looks different and zylstra look at the 2 pictures one is from the chat saying the useres the other also says the users
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the font looks different and zylstra look at the 2 pictures one is from the chat saying the useres the other also says the users
Of course the fonts are different, they are two different services. Its not supposed to be the same...
The user lists are different from what you saw since you were on at a different time...
The Users Online list on the forums and the Users Online list in that chat are not synchronized exactly. There is a delay.
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Have updated the chatstat page to contain statistics like Zylstra was doing. Updated page found by clicking the chat icon in the users profile to the left and/or through the stats link at the bottom of the main page.
Direct link:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=chatstat
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Rendering my server useless again : P
I really need to update my website and make it useful...
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Hehe sorry about that Zylstra, although I wouldn't call your server useless. It's been a good prototype server for Computer Hope services. It helped introduce the chat and now the chat stats. :)
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i have a complaint i know that I typed more than 4 lines
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Yes I'm sure you have but these stats are just from today on. I should of started logging from the point I initiated the chat but didn't think I was going to be doing this.
So complaint noted, but sorry can't do anything about it. Unless of course Zylstra wants to donate his log he's been keeping for awhile. ;)
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ill have to tslk then do they update by them selves?
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Talk to me about those gift certificates....:)
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if you went on the chat....
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I'm very busy person, so just give'em to me.
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I have a log from... oh, a week into the Mibbit server...
ZylBot logs all...
Since I dont need one big mega-log anymore... I could get it to go back to a hierarchy system so it could actually be read...
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Just in case you don't get around to your PMs...LOL! ;D
http://jigsaw.w3.org/css-validator/validator?uri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.computerhope.com%2Fforum%2Findex.php&profile=css21&usermedium=all&warning=1&lang=en
I had the same issue on my site and changed the css to reflect "pointer" instead of "hand" and the issue has since been resolved.
Have a nice day...
Steve
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Update:
I've updated the Chat stat page (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=chatstat) with the new updates:
- Added links for forum members to point to their profile pages.
- Added profile pics for those of you who have them
- Removed bots from showing up in stats
- Few other minor changes.
p.s. Not that familiar with how the eggdrops you're using Zylstra log. But if you can PM or e-mail me one complete log file I can integrate it into the current log file.
p.p.s. Heh Saviour definately read the PMs, just may not always respond to all of them. Did see your PM just haven't had a chance yet to do anything on it.
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Not bad at all.
How often is it updated?
One more thing, the page needs a title. :P
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I thought of something I have on my own forum....
All internal links don't open in a new window/tab.
Here is the link to it: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1255
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Admin can we have an option of background picture on our profiles, so that I wouldn't have to fit in the signature or Avatar :-\
I know it might be too much loading!! Its okay if its not possible!
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How often is it updated?
Updates intelligently with the other chat information on main page. So if I had to give a number I'd guesstimate that it'd be around 5 times every ten minutes. But really depends on the activity of the chat at the time.
All internal links don't open in a new window/tab. Here is the link to it: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1255
I actually prefer that they open in a new window/tab in most situation's. However her is a tip for those of you who want your links to open in the same window use the iurl tage instead of just url.
Example:
[iurl]http://www.computerhope.com/[/iurl]
Gives you:
http://www.computerhope.com/ (http://www.computerhope.com/)
Admin can we have an option of background picture on our profiles, so that I wouldn't have to fit in the signature or Avatar?
If I understand you correctly you want the ability to use a picture as your background on your profile instead of the white color like YouTube does? Is this right? If so not sure if something like that would be possible.
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Update: I'd like to thank Zylstra for his donation of the chat log. I've integrated it into the current log so anyone who's participated in the chat should be shown. While integrating I parsed out the logins/outs and also mistakenly stripped out the OPs/Kicks so that information was lost. However, not that critical. :)
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If I understand you correctly you want the ability to use a picture as your background on your profile instead of the white color like YouTube does? Is this right? If so not sure if something like that would be possible.
Its okay :(
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This is getting really strange...
Users in chat (5):
JohnK, LNBCalum, ComputerHope, Maverick, JohnKmIRC
Currently: JohnK, Carbon, ComputerHope, Guest_86, Maverick, Secksie and Zylbot (although bots don't show up)
I cannot trust that anymore as it's never accurate. :-X
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It gets out of sync when Hopebot isn't online.
Right now I'm seeing someone called LNBCalum logged in at the bottom of the forum page, but not in the chat.
Edit: It seems that the user LNBZero, as their name has Zero in which is ignored because Zero is also a bot, has their name truncated to LNB and it is then run into the next name. Right now they show as LNBfireballs. This is on the "users in chat" section on the forums, by the way.
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Believe most of the issues were in fact caused because Hopebot was not online. Unless he's online the stats will not be updated.
Update:
- A *BIG* thanks to Zylstra for setting up +G mode on the IRC server so now swearwords will come across as <censored> instead of the actual swearword.
- I've updated the chatstats page to have additional info, look cleaner, and get rid of swearwords.
- I've updated Hopebot, he'll now be kicking people if user is being abusive.
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This is a personal thankyou to admin for setting up hopebot to kick annoying people, see attached conversation.
[Saving space - attachment deleted by admin]
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Took the bot long enough to ban him...
I think the HopeBot is a little too easy...oh...and another thing...
I know it's not my forum, but that's not the point. Why do we allow guests to use chat, but not post in the forums. To me...that's a little contradictory.
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Thanks for the reminder on that fireballs I did see that but forgot to fix the issue. During my test phase I only had the ban looking at when users were talking aaaaaaadnormally that's been fixed so now, he'll be looking at all *warning's*. So should now be a lot stricter at the kicks but not too strict.
Hopebot *FINALLY* now also auto ops so maintaining the channel should be a lot more manageable.
Why do we allow guests to use chat, but not post in the forums. To me...that's a little contradictory.
Believe me I'd allow guests to post on the forums if I could, but because of the proliferation of spammers that happened when I tried this initially that will never happen again. Many users myself included hate registration so whenever possible I try to avoid it. Also having guests being able to come into the chat I'd think will also help increase forum registration in the long run since it's often recommended to users visiting the chat.
p.s. since I'm sure someone will think of bringing this up. I could do the CAPATCHA solution for guests but hate CAPATCHA's too and also seems like many spammers are finding ways past them.
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p.s. since I'm sure someone will think of bringing this up. I could do the CAPATCHA solution for guests but hate CAPATCHA's too and also seems like many spammers are finding ways past them.
I'd avoid this solution as it isn't really one...
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that madison person shure is annoyin!!
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What's this in reference to ? ?
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He's referring to those gift certificates, he still owes me......LOL
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What's this in reference to ? ?
Someone that keeps coming on the chat I believe.
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I love all the chat references on the Forums lately...everyone from there assumes you are on 24/7 and should know every session by heart....
Even better are the ones who Post a chatlog for you to read because it was suggested they visit the Forums for additional help...
I could go on...but i won't.
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Sometimes the chat log is actually useful though, sometimes after a troubleshooting session where I have to leave or can't assist I ask the user to post the chat log or the information form the chat, so that whoever takes it on doesn't need to ask for the info.
I do know what you mean though when people assume you're on the chat all the time, even when I'm on I don't read what everyone's saying or even remember some lines beyond them scrolling off the screen.
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p.s. since I'm sure someone will think of bringing this up.
But, I'm going to anyway.
I could do the CAPATCHA solution for guests but hate CAPATCHA's too and also seems like many spammers are finding ways past them.
You dont need to have a CAPTCHA image any more difficult than the registration page... but, with the addition of a CAPTCHA text question, you can stop SPAM in its tracks for guest posting.
I used to get rather nasty spam on my forum daily, and I looked into two things:
The first one was just great, Akismet, which automatically moves SPAM to a area of the Administration center. I stopped using this due to my upgrade to 2.0, and my unwillingness to manually install it.
The second thing I was able to do, and it works even better than Akismet, is add a text question. I ask the user what 3+3 equals, and a computer system cant figure out the logic of the question, marks the forum as impossible, and moves on to another target.
Text questions will be available in the next SMF version. It wouldent be a bad idea to look into just using them instead of CAPTCHA images, since I even have a hard time reading CAPTCHA images...
Well, I'm done ranting.
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I think the HopeBot is a little too easy...oh...and another thing...
Really? 'Cause I just bought him a lobster dinner with an expensive bottle of chadonnay and I still can't get him into bed.
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Update:
Converting the database tables to InnoDB took *a lot* more space and a lot of time to convert. While converting I was looking at the server status and noticed that the processes on the database at 4:00AM where 162 (161 sleeping, 1 running, 0 zombie) even when running in maintenance mode. After looking at this I came to my own conclusion that even this conversion is not going to resolve this issue since I think no matter what I do to convert my own database that the other processes on the shared server are going to continue to eat up resources Computer Hope needs.
So.. In order to get this issue resolved because I know it's getting worse I'm going to be devoting *100%* of my time this upcoming week in getting this issue resolved, which is going to involve finishing the dedicated Computer Hope server. I'm sure the girlfriend is not going to appreciate this but I think you've all been patient enough with me so it's only fair.
Thanks again for your continued patience and sorry it's been taking so long to get this resolved. Hopefully it will be worth it.
-Nathan
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Thanx ahead of time for all the efforts and Best of Luck !
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Tell your girlfriend we're sorry :)
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Oh! You could explain step by step what you are doing and how its going to make you a millionaire!
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yeah just tell her how much you love while your getting the server together.
distract her.
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yeah just tell her how much you love while your getting the server together.
distract her.
Learning real life pretty fast, huh? ;D
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I think the HopeBot is a little too easy...oh...and another thing...
Really? 'Cause I just bought him a lobster dinner with an expensive bottle of chadonnay and I still can't get him into bed.
Omg Im sorry I have to go off topic I woke up the whole house laughing.
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(http://i35.tinypic.com/34revde.jpg)
This is how it should work it.
Cbmatt is even thar to help you.
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Update:
While looking into adjusting some behind the scene settings on the forum I happened to see a language setting that was checked to allow users to change their language. Since no other language is installed I believe this is what was causing the language option to appear in the profile as Carbon pointed out need to be fixed. So I've disabled this and checked this off the TO DO list.
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Update:
I've done the below additional things that *may* help with some performance, while I continue to work on getting the new server up.
- Disabled a few behind the settings and logging. No user but me will notice any changes, but could help the overall server performance.
- Restricted Guests accounts further. No longer able to see forum statistics and user accounts. This should help since it'll restrict search bots from crawling these thousands of pages reducing the overall load on the server.
-Adjusted how membergroups settings / restrictions are handled. Note, when doing this some users may have been restricted for a few minutes from certain sections on the forum. However, should notice no difference now. This was done because I've read it's beneficial for the database end to only look at boards instead of member groups for permissions.
I already know that this is not going to resolve the real issue, but something I could do while I was waiting on other stuff on the server end. :)
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I don't know if you've read my post in Don's, but it's been a long time since I've had connection problems. I don't know why, but I seem to be one of the only members who haven't seen it in a while.
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Yeah I've read the post. You're not the only one who's not had issues, however they unfortunately do definately exist. It's likely you and others may not encounter the same issues because of the times you're logging into the forums or maybe that you're just lucky. :)
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Yeah I've read the post. You're not the only one who's not had issues, however they unfortunately do definately exist. It's likely you and others may not encounter the same issues because of the times you're logging into the forums or maybe that you're just lucky. :)
Well I do tend to be lucky but I doubt that's the reason... ;D
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Nathan did you look and rehearse my post? :P
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I think the HopeBot is a little too easy...oh...and another thing...
Really? 'Cause I just bought him a lobster dinner with an expensive bottle of chadonnay and I still can't get him into bed.
Omg Im sorry I have to go off topic I woke up the whole house laughing.
(http://i35.tinypic.com/34revde.jpg)
This is how it should work it.
Cbmatt is even thar to help you.
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAA HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAH AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHA HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAH AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHA HAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAH AHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHA HAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAH AHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHA HAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
I can't stop laughing.
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Thanks Nathan. I would think restricting guests from viewing CH Profiles will improve server performance but, like Kpac, I haven't had any connection problems for the past two-three days.
An SMF Error here and there, but nothing that wouldn't clear up after a few refreshes.
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Yesterday was fine (Sunday?). I just got home, and I posted two replies, took 20-25 sec to load.
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SQL server is now running on new server. Post any issues at the below thread so I can track it better.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,69879.0.html
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minor comment, mainly my fault. but i tried to post with a .bat file attached and it obviously said that the file type wasn't alowed to i zipped it and tried again. and it refused, saying i'd already posted.
Not major just thought i'd let you know.
FB
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.bat was not a valid file extension that was allowed. I can't really think of any security risks that enabling this would cause so I've enabled it. As far as it getting refused after being a .zip not sure on that one, probably just a minor glitch with the forums, I'd imagine enabling the .bat extension should resolve problems in the future.
Attached .bat as test.
[Saving space - attachment deleted by admin]
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This is a common glitch that happens when trying to do what fireballs explained. Because you've clicked the Post button, the forum thinks you posted even though your message was blocked because of the error. When this happens, you just have to reload the page (remember to copy your post first!).
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Admin got another one for ya. In the chat Hopebot seems to ban nicknames not addresses. It's got the nickname 'guest_50' on it's ban list. Wondered if you could reset the list and/or change the way it bans?
cheers FB
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Admin got another one for ya. In the chat Hopebot seems to ban nicknames not addresses. It's got the nickname 'guest_50' on it's ban list. Wondered if you could reset the list and/or change the way it bans?
cheers FB
Perhaps from usernames to Hostnames?
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pspell (Spell check) and GD mod (image re-size for attachments) have been installed and setup on the server and should now be working. For those interested (probably mostly Zylstra) was running into complication and it was taking me so long because apparently you can't yum or rpm install PHP packages when Apache has been installed with Easy::Apache. Once I determined that took a mater of minutes to get installed. :)
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Try this mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1450
I have it installed on my forum and it works brilliantly.
Highslide JS is an open source JavaScript software, offering a Web 2.0 approach to popup windows. It streamlines the use of thumbnail images and HTML popups on web pages. The library offers these features and advantages:
* No plugins like Flash or Java required.
* Popup blockers are no problem. The content expands within the active browser window.
* Single click. After opening the image or HTML popup, the user can scroll further down or leave the page without closing it.
* Compatibility and safe fallback. If the user has disabled JavaScript or is using an old browser, the browser redirects directly to the image itself or to a fallback HTML page.
Excellent mod, IMO.
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Try this mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1450
I have it installed on my forum and it works brilliantly.
Excellent mod, IMO.
Those examples at the bottem are pretty neat, and I can see them being very useful in our Programming and MS DOS section.
However, I know almost nothing about forum mods so I'll leave it there.
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a thing i just thought of you should add
it says this thread is new but its from augest
you should fix that new thing
unless it means new posts
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I think we currently use something similar, but, I dont encourage users to use our attachments feature as its cleared too often.
Just testing to see what it looks like now...
I think when you click it, it expands automatically.
The only difference is a pretty boarder and a button to see the next picture, not to mention, it can increase the size of uploads greatly if its making even more thumbnail files.
EDIT:
No, it currently opens in a popup. We used to have a more dynamic mod... its probably just not installed quite yet.
Deleting temporary attachment.
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a thing i just thought of you should add
it says this thread is new but its from augest
you should fix that new thing
unless it means new posts
Yes, the "new" is to indicate that there are new posts...
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Try this mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1450
I have it installed on my forum and it works brilliantly.
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Here is an example: http://www.starlite-media.com/forum/index.php/topic,51.0.html
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i dont get the insert image mabee this could be made easyer and we could get screen shots posted for certain problems.
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i dont get the insert image mabee this could be made easyer and we could get screen shots posted for certain problems.
Dont get what?
The image tags? Not sure what you mean.
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i dont get the insert image mabee this could be made easyer and we could get screen shots posted for certain problems.
Should be able to do this by clicking the "Additional Options" in the post reply window and attaching any file (including images) to the post. As seen below.
[attachment deleted by admin]
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I think it would be helpful if the "new" icons ((http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/english/new.gif)) were all on the left side of the topic titles. It would make it faster to open the new posts.
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I think it would be helpful if the "new" icons ((http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/english/new.gif)) were all on the left side of the topic titles. It would make it faster to open the new posts.
Hmm something like this I'd ask the community to vote on. So if you don't mind create a new topic (and poll) on where they'd like the ((http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/english/new.gif)) to show up at. If the community wants it on the left side it can be done.
Personally I find my mouse is usually on the right side of the screen the most so having it on the right of the topic titles is easier for me. In addition to clicking this icon you can also click the date/time links to get to the latest post.
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Personally I find my mouse is usually on the right side of the screen the most
Wow, same here. After reading that I've become more aware of it. Lol
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I forgot about clicking the dates. If you could make the dates clickable on the Recent Unread Topics page, that would work alright for me.
I am using FireGestures (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/6366) which can open links in a list by dragging a line over them. Because the topic names are different lengths, the (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/english/new.gif) icons are not lined up and I cannot draw a line over them. Since the dates are all in a straight column, they will work.
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Updated chat so it'll show past conversation again in case user gets disconnected and/or can see what's going on when they join. Also added server information tab back. This will allow users who have OP to register with the nickserv (/msg nickserv identify <password>). Once you have been verified you'll need to close the #computerhope channel and /join #computerhope again to have you OP take place.
I'm also starting to continue on the progress of going through the remainder of the To-do's again.
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Thank You Nathan.You are doing a great job with Computerhope. :)
I appreciate all your hard work friend. :)
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Thankyou so much Nathan,
That will help all of us who are using the chat from the link provided on The forum, this has made things really very easy.
Thankyou again!
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i have tried to get into chat lots of times and find it impossible
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Mabye adding an xfire thing along with the aim msn ect
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Mabye adding an xfire thing along with the aim msn ect
Why would this make chat run better ? ?
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Mabye adding an xfire thing along with the aim msn ect
Why would this make chat run better ? ?
I agree. I think it would do the exact opposite.
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Its not to make the chat run better. Its so we can all game with everyone from computer hope!
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What's the big deal about that chat thingy.
I didn't know, some chat is a major concern of this board.
To me, in order to help people better, and faster is to finally have this:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4313698.gif)
in Quick Reply window, than some chat.
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i have tried to get into chat lots of times and find it impossible
What is it doing when you're attempting to enter the chat? There is no reason why your system should not be able to enter chat unless by some chance your IP has been banned from the mibbit servers.
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Ahaaa
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To me, in order to help people better, and faster is to finally have this:
(http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4313698.gif)
in Quick Reply window, than some chat.
[b][i][u][s][glow=yellow,2,300][pre][left][center][right][hr][size=10pt][font=Verdana]
[img][url][tt][code][quote][/quote][/code.][/tt][/url][/img][/font][/size][/right][/center]
[/left][/pre][/glow][/s][/u][/i][/b]
Memorize those :P[/code]
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Look, I know BBCodes, and on a top of it, I have FF add-on, which allows me to do it.
I'm not asking for workarounds. I'm asking for a permanent solution.
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am I the only person that has never even given more then a passing glance at the toolbar? :P
I didn't even know there was a quick reply. What else are you people keeping from me? LOL
Its not to make the chat run better. Its so we can all game with everyone from computer hope!
Alright, but I put forth that the only game that will work is the original Doom and only over 14.4 K connections.
But first- Gift certificates. To Broni.
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when i get to the page and the side bar comes up with names on , i cannot enter chat , harry
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Lately I've noticed, that there needs to be a clearer distinction between the "New "Topic" and "New Poll" buttons.
A lot of people have been creating polls when they were just tying to start a new topic.
Could we, perhaps, move them away from each other or make them more distinctive?
Just a thought.
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It was mentioned somewhere, forgot who said it, but it he/she said that new users shouldn't be able to post new polls.
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It was in Dons I think
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Zylstra, I think I'll work on that request next since it seems to be the highest in demand. It's been on the list but is kind of in the middle as far as priority. Plan on updating SMF first though.
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when i get to the page and the side bar comes up with names on , i cannot enter chat , harry
Hmm, very interesting. What browser are you using? Tried an alternative like Firefox? Is this a school/work machine (maybe policy/firewall issue)?
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Regarding the New Poll vs. New Post button issue. I've added it to the list. Unfortunately with the method of how groups are setup it'd be difficult to set permissions so only seasoned members would have the option to create a new poll (I believe). So I'll experiment with modifying the buttons / locations of buttons first and we'll see how that works.
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hello cha , i'm using windows windows ie7 , and windows firewall , harry
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hello cha , i'm using windows windows ie7 , and windows firewall , harry
Have you tried it in Firefox?
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As those of you with Quick Reply have most likely already noticed, Quick reply now has all the same options you'd find under the Reply page. In addition to help appease those of you still using the SMF theme I've also made the same changes to that theme. Enjoy ;D
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Just noticed Nathan. Nicely done, :D
Thanks.
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You're welcome. :)
Also just before going to bed I just created a new section for Computer Hope, currently located in the Off Topic section (it can change) that will enable users participating in Computer Hope groups to communicate easier with each other instead of just having a single thread. New group folder found at: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/board,43.0.html
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ComputerHope Groups, eh?
How about a section for the Chat?
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How about a section for the Chat?
I'm with you :)
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I lov the quick reply!! No more hitting preiew just to put in a smiley!
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ComputerHope Groups, eh?
How about a section for the Chat?
Done.
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Just moved a group of chat related topics in Other to the new group and noticed for some reason a lot of them came across as unread for some reason? Not sure why this happened and sorry for the inconvenience if it also happened to you.
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As those of you with Quick Reply have most likely already noticed, Quick reply now has all the same options you'd find under the Reply page. In addition to help appease those of you still using the SMF theme I've also made the same changes to that theme. Enjoy ;D
I know we have been through this but can you adjust the height of the quick reply? Maybe 1/4 inch or so. I remember the adjustable height didn't work very well so it would be fixed width hopefully.
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Unfortunately I don't know what 1/4 inch would be to you since screen resolutions and screen sizes can be so different. If you don't mind copy and paste the below code into the below link and adjust the px height to what you'd like then I can get that done for you. :)
<textarea class="editor" cols="75" rows="7" style="width: 95%; height: 100px;" name="message" tabindex="1"
onselect="storeCaret(this);" onclick="storeCaret(this);" onkeyup="storeCaret(this);" onchange="storeCaret(this);"></textarea>
Paste in here (http://www.w3schools.com/TAGS/tryit.asp?filename=tryhtml_textarea)
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This is about double. What do you think?
<textarea class="editor" cols="75" rows="7" style="width: 95%; height: 225px;" name="message" tabindex="1"
onselect="storeCaret(this);" onclick="storeCaret(this);" onkeyup="storeCaret(this);" onchange="storeCaret(this);"></textarea>
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Done
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Hold on, what exactly was changed? The size of the text box?
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Yes, as should be seen it's much bigger. If there is a conflict about what size it should be since the resizing feature seems to cause more issues than it's worth we'll have to put it to a vote.
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I think it's very big, but it's fine.
I do hope the size of the QuickReply bar can be reduced. Can the space between those function buttons and smileys be adjusted?
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Size of the Quick Reply bar cannot be adjusted that's as small as it can get with text within it. As far as the space between the buttons I also didn't like that but figured instead of spending too much time tweaking it since it's been requested so much I'd just get a working version of it up first. But I'm with you I don't like the spaces between the buttons.
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Update. Spacing fixed. Seem to be on a roll tonight but better go to sleep I'm already way past due.
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It turned out a bit bigger than it looked in the test. Maybe take it down to 200px if anyone thinks it's too big? Smaller monitors might have issues.
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It turned out a bit bigger than it looked in the test. Maybe take it down to 200px if anyone thinks it's too big? Smaller monitors might have issues.
Changed to 200px. Last update for a few hours while I sleep though. ;)
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Looks very good to me now. Hopefully everyone will like it.
Thanks! 8)
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I lov the quick reply!! No more hitting preiew just to put in a smiley!
Am I missing something?
I don't see any such options!!
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Quick reply now has all the same options you'd find under the Reply page
Yes!! (http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4193502.gif)
Yes!! (http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4193502.gif)
Yes!! (http://209.85.48.8/228/109/upload/p4193502.gif)
Thank you!
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Someone's happy....LOL
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Haven't seen quick reply since these changes were implemented...
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me neither, but I imagine it's a profile setting.
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Are you saying you're profiling me? ?
;D
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An idea.......to do with the groups etc.
Would it be better to have new users introduce themselves in a single topic per user rather than one topic for all? It would be easier to see who is new and who isn't, and also see how much a user has been welcomed.
There is a mod which creates a topic, in a board you specify, automatically when a user registers. That might be too many topics though, with about 40+ users per day registering. :o Here it is anyways: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=789
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Ya, that wouldnt work. Wayyy to many new users to welcome. Plus I would loose track of who I welcomed and who I didnt
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I lov the quick reply!! No more hitting preiew just to put in a smiley!
Am I missing something?
I don't see any such options!!
To enable quick reply:
Profile / Look and Layout Preferences / On the drop down menu for "Use quick reply on topic display:" select "show, on by default"
Once enabled it'll show at the bottom of a thread.
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An idea.......to do with the groups etc.
Would it be better to have new users introduce themselves in a single topic per user rather than one topic for all? It would be easier to see who is new and who isn't, and also see how much a user has been welcomed.
There is a mod which creates a topic, in a board you specify, automatically when a user registers. That might be too many topics though, with about 40+ users per day registering. :o Here it is anyways: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=789
Good idea I'll look into implementing this mod and/or creating a new group section for new users as well since that one post does get bloated.
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That mod would be too many threads imo though and it would confuse me. Having people post their own welcome thread would be much easier
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That mod would be too many threads imo though and it would confuse me. Having people post their own welcome thread would be much easier
that was self-contradictory...
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He said, he was confused ;D
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I said a mod that makes welcome threads for every user would have too many topics. It would be better to let the user creat their own topic
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To enable quick reply:
Profile / Look and Layout Preferences / On the drop down menu for "Use quick reply on topic display:" select "show, on by default"
Once enabled it'll show at the bottom of a thread.
Thankyou, I see it now and I'm replying through quick reply.
Very good, I like this option.
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Just a FYI to keep everyone updated. The Computer Hope groups section, which now includes Folding @ Home, Chat, and the self built computer club has been moved to the Main page under the other section.
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I have just found an excellent mod to help with SEO, called Pretty URLs.
Mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=636
Example: http://www.starlite-media.com/forum/site-news-and-announcements/pretty-urls/
A review can be found at the second link above. ;)
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I like it
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I have just found an excellent mod to help with SEO, called Pretty URLs.
Mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=636
Example: http://www.starlite-media.com/forum/site-news-and-announcements/pretty-urls/
A review can be found at the second link above. ;)
Not to start anything...but what has this got to do with the TO-DO list?
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Well insatlling that mod would be something to do?
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Not to start anything...but what has this got to do with the TO-DO list?
What hasn't it got to do with it? I'm suggesting installing it on this forum, not just reviewing it.
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I'm kind of confused on what it actually does ???
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See here: http://www.starlite-media.com/forum/site-news-and-announcements/pretty-urls/msg638/#new
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I already looked at that.
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It makes urls look nicer
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So does BBCode...
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But theres no button to change the name of it that should be added to ( the bbcode that makes the url name change)
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I guess I just don't get it...
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It makes urls look nicer
Exactly.
So does BBCode...
How? Not exactly nicer to look at, nicer to Google! Google and other search engines like URLs that don't have actions or other parts to it etc., like: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,58736.0.html, instead of http://www.computerhope.com/forum/forum/forum-rules/
URLs like the second one will rank higher for a search of "forum rules" because of the keywords "forum rules" in the URL itself.
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URL Engines like that will slow down the forum, especially on a forum as big as this one.
Due to the age of the site, the fact that it hardly ever receives complaints, and the fact that our servers on the main site are fast, we already are high up on the Google results priority list.
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I think good topic titles will do more for SEO then URL's.
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I think good topic titles will do more for SEO then URL's.
Yes, that helps also.
URL Engines like that will slow down the forum, especially on a forum as big as this one.
Due to the age of the site, the fact that it hardly ever receives complaints, and the fact that our servers on the main site are fast, we already are high up on the Google results priority list.
Yes, I suppose it would slow it down considerably. It's uses htaccess mod_rewrite as far as I know, so that's a lot of URLs.
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searching for "free computer help" puts CH at #1, so I'm not sure what one would hope to achieve via SEO...
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searching for "free computer help" puts CH at #1
Well, if someone has a particular problem with something and they search for the actual problem, not "free computer help", then it would be good if the page that solved the problem on the forum came in near the top.
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I have just found an excellent mod to help with SEO, called Pretty URLs.
Mod: http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=636
Example: http://www.starlite-media.com/forum/site-news-and-announcements/pretty-urls/
A review can be found at the second link above. ;)
I'll take it into consideration. I've tried various things to help the forums be SEO friendly. But with this mod in beta phase I think I'll hold off for a bit before implementing it. I've added improving SEO friendliness to the to-do list.
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Without a good topic title that mod is just that. A mod. Topic titles are what matters.
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Without a good topic title that mod is just that. A mod. Topic titles are what matters.
I'm not trying to start an argument here, but, yes, topic and page titles matter, but not as much as the actual URL.
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Search engines put the content of the TITLE tag of the page as more pertinent then the URL/filename. obviously URL/filename still matter, but Any search engine worth it's salt is going to realize that the page content is more relevant then the filename/URL it has.
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Lord!! ;D
All I'm saying is that if the keyword that is searched for is in the title and the URL, then that page will rank higher.
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Lord!! ;D
All I'm saying is that if the keyword that is searched for is in the title and the URL, then that page will rank higher.
true.... but would it be worth the speed hit?
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Could the Quick-Edit be modified as well?
Just the function buttons would be ok. Smileys would not be needed.
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The smilies are definiatly definitely needed
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The smilies are definiatly definitely needed
Are ': )' and '; D' ect too hard to remember?
I haven't use the Smiley toolbar for years.
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Update
Staff, Chat, and Chatstats pages now have titles. Staff page updated. Updated original todo post.
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Yes they are too hard to remember carbon
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Of course. Compruler can't even remember about my gift certificates, so how can you expect him to remember some Chinese characters ;D
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ya!
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See? I know the guy ;D
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Yes they are too hard to remember carbon
Coming from someone who thinks Hong Kong is in Japan. LOL!
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I said it was as close as Id get to getting that free Iphone
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I said it was as close as Id get to getting that free Iphone
only after realizing your grievous error.
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Update:
Have changed how quotes are handled on the forum. See the below thread and please make any comments about this change in that thread.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78492.0.html
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Update:
Forums now support basic HTML, below are some examples of basic HTML tags supported.
* <b>, <u>, <i>, <s>, <em>, <ins>, <del>
* <a href="">
* <img src="" alt="" />
* <br />, <hr />
* <pre>, <blockquote>
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Update:
Forums now support basic HTML, below are some examples of basic HTML tags supported.
* <b>, <u>, <i>, <s>, <em>, <ins>, <del>
* <a href="">
* <img src="" alt="" />
* <br />, <hr />
* <pre>, <blockquote>
Nice. Thanks Nathan. ;)
This is a new link! (http://www.computerhope.com/)
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Possible return of Karma?
Additional information and discussions at:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78554.0.html
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Update:
Apparently while updating something (likely the karma) I've messed up the quick reply section. I'm working on getting it re-enabled.
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I was wondering what happened to it
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Me too....
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Sorry, it's been fixed. Was modifying an older PHP template that didn't have these changes in it. If I happened to break something else let me know. I believe this was the only thing that was affected since it was the only major change since 1.1.8 SMF.
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Thanks :)
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I actually didn't get any email notification, from your, Nathan, reply, and none other for a bout last 10 minutes. Maybe nobody else replied, but just to keep you alert.
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Ok. If anyone else is having this issue let me know.
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Again, I just checked manually.
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Do you normally get notifications when you're already logged in? I can't recall with certainty if you do or don't. I was under the assumption that notifications only happened while offline.
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It looks, like Comcast is having some issues. I can't receive a message, I sent to myself.
Sorry for the false alarm.
*censored* coincidence.
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That's no problem. Just as a clarification for those interested it does work and also will notify you when you're online.
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Look into welcome PM mod
I'm sure the Welcome Topic mod (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=789) could be customised to send a PM instead of creating a topic....
If you wanted a hand testing anything, I could lend a helping hand. ;)
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At the very same time, as I got to speak to Comcast person, the issue seems to be resolved.
He confirmed, that they had some issues.
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I really hate it when you post, it goes back to the forums, not the thread.
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BatchRocks...that's an option you should be able to configure within your profile. Specifically...Look and Layout Preferences.
Check this box: Return to topics after posting by default.
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THANKS!
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Update:
In my continued effort to improve accessibility and ease of use on the forums I've added a new welcome warning message for guests when accessing any page and not logged in. Below is an example picture. Looks like the traditional Internet Explorer warning message.
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Thats cool!
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Add this modification. It could be useful for helping people. It automatically shows the operating system and browser of the user.
http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1515
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Update:
In my continued effort to improve accessibility and ease of use on the forums I've added a new welcome warning message for guests when accessing any page and not logged in. Below is an example picture. Looks like the traditional Internet Explorer warning message.
I'm curious, can you change the yellow shield to something else? Honestly, when I see, that, I assume a site wants me to install some virus addon... or "security patch", and I tend to ignore those sites. Its very "ADVERTISEMENT!!!" looking. It would be cool if it had ComputerHope colors as well.
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Agreed...maybe use a CH favicon type icon, or logo.
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I noticed, at the bottoms of posts now:
Thank GlitchPC for their post | Report abuse | IP logged
Would this be Karma system?
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I'll look into changing the icon. Welcome to suggestions. But for a bit it's going to stay while working on some other things.
I noticed, at the bottoms of posts now:
Thank GlitchPC for their post | Report abuse | IP logged
Would this be Karma system?
Mentioned on: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78554.0.html
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Add this modification. It could be useful for helping people. It automatically shows the operating system and browser of the user.
http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1515
it aready says peoples OS
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it aready says peoples OS
This mod from the looks of it will report what the user is currently using not what they select. I'll think about implementing something like this maybe into the registration page and/or profile page in the future.
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Ohhh i see
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Update:
Using the same technique I used to display a message for guests I've added some additional features.
- If the user has 0 posts they'll have a message with a link to how to post a question on the forum. This was my main objective since it still seems a lot of new computer users have issues with asking questions on the forum.
- Each time the user gains a new post count rank it'll congratulate them and link to the rankings post in the forum FAQ. This will start with the first post.
- Finally, users who hit the count to enter Don's will also be congratulated and be able to link to it from the top bar.
I hope this will improve overall ease on the forum, especially for new users. ;D
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This mod from the looks of it will report what the user is currently using not what they select. I'll think about implementing something like this maybe into the registration page and/or profile page in the future.
I'm sort of against the those types of mods. I know it's not a big deal in reality but something reading and displaying your OS/Browser without the users approval just feels sort of invasive. If they want to add it in their profile then good. If not then good also.
I know it helps for troubleshooting but it's really not a big deal asking "what OS and browser are you using?"
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I'm sort of against the those types of mods. I know it's not a big deal in reality but something reading and displaying your OS/Browser without the users approval just feels sort of invasive. If they want to add it in their profile then good. If not then good also.
I know it helps for troubleshooting but it's really not a big deal asking "what OS and browser are you using?"
I agree, which is why at most I'd put this on the registration page to help the user identify what OS they're using so they can select it from the OS list if they so desired. :)
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I agree too
I like the idea about PMs
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Nathan, nice updates.
One thing though, the guest bar needs work. It's a little too....plain.... Anyone volunteer to mag a title image? ::)
For those of you who don't know what I am talking about, log out.
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ME!!!!!! What do you want it to look like and what size? I have an idea
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Wait, have you seen what it looks like now?
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Isnt it just a yellow sheild thing?
i wasn't shure of the sizes but here it is
(http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh224/cheesewheels99/ch1.jpg)
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Update:
Corrected an issue with Microsoft Internet Explorer users encountering errors when composing a new message and/or replying that apparently has been going on for a while. Guess I need to test with IE every now and then. :)
Added some introduction messages to hopefully help keep improve the overall ease of the forums. Below is a basic run down of what now happens when visiting the forum.
Guests - Now prompted to register
0 messages - Have prompt with additional steps on how to post.
1 message - Congratulations and link on what else can be done on the forums - link (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78644.0.html)
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How do you like my logo for the bar for new people to register?
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I'll take it into consideration but for now I'm going to stick with how it is for the moment and do some user testing with it. My believe at this point is that most new users are going to see that (because they're used to seeing it in Microsoft Internet Explorer) and it's going to draw their eyes to it more than some unfamiliar icon. But Let me do some additional testing.
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I would have thought the other way around... But what do I know about the way the human mind works and thinks? Nothing! :P
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I like what you did with the bar. Not bad.
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Based off what I watched today the new system seems to be a success.
Stats:
Day New Topics New Posts New members Most online
2009-03-11 84 654 99 455
I know based off my original intention, which was to help people through the registration process and get more members to register successfully seems to have worked. Since the record as far as I could tell was 94 new members in one day, which was back on: 08-19-2008. Based off watching new users as they came into the forum, I think some of them are still having difficulties posting their questions, so still working on improving that aspect.
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I know based off my original intention, which was to help people through the registration process and get more members to register successfully seems to have worked.
Just a thought on this (correct me if I'm wrong)
Perhaps you could put a flash video on the main page that teaches visitors how to access the forum and ask their questions.
Like on this page
http://www.computerhope.com/oh.htm
When they click the second option, the video loads. It would show them a step by step guide on how to ask their question. It should outline how to create an account and post in the appropriate category. It should also provide a guideline on what information the person should add.
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Perhaps use, what's that program, Wink? The one SaviourPC was going to use to make flash tutorials?
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It's a thought thanks, however I know a large majority of users still don't have broadband so I've never been that big of fan for having flash videos as help.
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additionally- it might drive some would-be users away with slower connections.
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I know a large majority of users still don't have broadband
Just curious....do you have any stats on this?
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Not speaking for Nathan but I know a few countries, Australia for one, are still widely on dial up. There are as many rural users there and in other countries as there are ones in the cities so it's a slow process getting them all up to date internet abilities.
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Just curious....do you have any stats on this?
Actually through Google Analyitics I do. I haven't look at this for a while so thought I'd pull it up and boy have things changed apparently.
Unknown - 36.04%
DSL - 24.22%
Cable - 23.41%
T1 - 13.23%
Dialup - 2.55%
OC3 - 0.42%
ISDN - 0.14%
So I guess I misspoke.
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WOW. I would have thought different also. Those rural users are getting hooked up faster than I imagined.
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Thanks Nathan. Nice info.
What, and why is returned as unknown?
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Unfortunately, I am one of the 2.55% of users with dial-up.
If the cable company would run their cable down the road one more mile, I would be in the 23.41% of users.
If the wireless internet company would build an internet tower nearby, I suppose I would be in the 36.04% of unknown users.
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If the cable company would run their cable down the road one more mile, I would be in the 23.41% of users.
Really really long ethernet cable, with the occasional signal repeater?
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Thanks Nathan. Nice info.
What, and why is returned as unknown?
Unknowns are any connectinos that can't be determined by Google
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Unknown can be any type of connection, then, right?
Not, that, let say dial-up in particular goes there?
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Correct, this could potentially be any type of connections.
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Clear now, sir :)
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Update:
Finished earlier adding Stopforumspam (http://www.stopforumspam.com/) to the Computer Hope registration page. When users now register their IP and e-mail addresses being used will be verified with stopforumspam to verify they're not on their list of spammers. If found user will be prohibited from registering on the Computer Hope forum. To help test this new setup and to maybe get rid of the CAPATCHA for good I've temporarily disabled it on the registration to see how we do. So far it looks good in the last few hours the forums and it have blocked over 30 spammers.
I've also added Skype and Twitter to the profile options. Users can now add their Skype and Twitter accounts to have them displayed on your profile. I'm still trying to figure out why Firefox does not seem to be linking the correct URL even though in the source it looks ok??
I know from Calum's original post (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,32942.0.html) suggestion this he also recommended adding Google Talk and Xfire. If you guys still want these speak up and give me suggestions on how to link and/or if you have account pages post them so I can see how you're linking to them. Since I don't have either of these accounts and I'm doing these modifications all myself without the help of mods (practicing up on PHP). :)
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So far it looks good in the last few hours the forums and it have blocked over 30 spammers.
Can we confirm they ARE spammers?
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Yes, looked at who was being blocked by stopforumspam and they looked legit.
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Hmmmm.....I just moved a topic to the SPAM folder..... Looks like it didn't block everything....
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It would be impossible to block everything unfortunately.
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Looks as if I may have broke the tooltips that shows the computer specs and other pop-up information. Will work on getting that fixed. I'm aware of the issue.
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You broke it? It seems to be working fine here.
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Hmm that is strange, for some reason not working in my Firefox. But you're right in IE looks fine.
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I'm using Firefox.
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Oh, two more things.
Can you change the text from 'Thank <username> for their post' to 'Thank <displayname> for their post.
For example, looking at my posts, it will say 'Thank carbondudeoxide for their post.
Carbondudeoxide is my Username, whereas Carbon Dudeoxide is my display name, which is what everyone sees.
The other thing is perhaps adding your Thanked number to the profile Stats pages.
E.g. http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=26624;sa=statPanel
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Can you change the text from 'Thank <username> for their post' to 'Thank <displayname> for their post.
For example, looking at my posts, it will say 'Thank carbondudeoxide for their post.
Carbondudeoxide is my Username, whereas Carbon Dudeoxide is my display name, which is what everyone sees.
I was also going to suggest this.
I'm still trying to figure out why Firefox does not seem to be linking the correct URL even though in the source it looks ok??
The URL to call or add someone on Skype is skype://<username>?add or skype://<username>?call. Have you tried this?
Also, to retrieve whether the user is online or not, use:
[url=callto://<username>][img width=114 height=20]http://mystatus.skype.com/smallclassic/perrybird.png[/img][/url]
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Nathan See This (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78891.0/topicseen.html) please.
Thanks
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LOL, Ivy, see my post. ;D
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I answered :)
But can't we avoid that, the chat op's other position won't show on profile, thought it shows in posts.
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I think it could be done, but quite a bit of work, I'd say.
All the custom titles and positions of Chat Ops and Moderators would have to be changed I think.
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whats with the color change?
promotion or something? 8)
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You only noticed this now? You have had a different colour on the Online list since you became a Mentor... :D
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,20208.0.html
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My suspicions were correct.
I looked at both Macdad and Ivy and noticed they are both the same rank, but Ivy had another title besides Specialist.
I figured the new Chat OP position might have something to do that.
I changed my hidden status and confirmed my theory.
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/186352/chmemls.PNG)
Ivy, Our colors!!
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You only noticed this now? You have had a different colour on the Online list since you became a Mentor... :D
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,20208.0.html
Didn't realize until now.....but heck new color! 8)
and Carbon how does the different colors matter? By if your a Mod or not?
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Of course it matters! lol
The colors are as they say here:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,20208.0.html
I should be this color.
I'm never 'online' though. I should change that.....
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I'm green with envy! ;D
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Oh, just in case it was missed Nathan, http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,64357.msg513138.html#msg513138
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I'm green with envy! ;D
Lime ::)
:P
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More or less gray
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BC_Programmer are you from glitch pc? your sig?
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No, he was here before Glitch started GlitchPC.
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Lime ::)
:P
Colour names are for the weak. it is not "Green" or "lime", it is Colour number 65280, or as you silly miscreants with your "hexadecimal" might call it, "&HFF00", or as you red-green colour blind folks might call it, "red or green sorta, can't really tell"
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No, he was here before Glitch started GlitchPC.
Yeah, I meant to ask that has he joined Glitch pc too? or was he a member of Saviour forum....just curious...anyway nevermind.
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as you silly miscreants with your "hexadecimal" might call it, "&HFF00"
Hex? With an "&"? Hex numbers use a Hash (#) symbol. ;D
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Hex? With an "&"? Hex numbers use a Hash (#) symbol. ;D
In your weak sascapalian HTML, perhaps, but the strong use- well actually I guess they would use C, not the VB &H prefix I used there.
0xFF00
And yes, I did just make up a word.
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In your weak sascapalian HTML
Excuse me, I was referring to CSS. ;D ;D
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BC_Programmer are you from glitch pc? your sig?
Yeah...we're the other white meat...
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Oh my....The sky looks so #659EC7 today....
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Oh my....The sky looks so #659EC7 today....
Indeed it does! and the grass, so 0x10D040!
Excuse me, I was referring to CSS. ;D ;D
Whatever you were referring to, it was sascapalian, and that's an important lesson we can all take away from this set of completely off-topic banter that I think was my fault.
Here, have a few pointers!
char*
int*
BY_HANDLE_INFORMATION*
it's fun getting into trouble!
char* test;
test;
Oops!
hmmm.... that was more random then even I usually am...
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Lets get back on topic and let Nathan reclaim command over the topic :D
Shall We?
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Can you change the text from 'Thank <username> for their post' to 'Thank <displayname> for their post.
Done.
The other thing is perhaps adding your Thanked number to the profile Stats pages.
If the community seems to be ok with keeping this system then I'll consider it. But right now it's still on a trial basis.
The URL to call or add someone on Skype is skype://<username>?add or skype://<username>?call. Have you tried this?
Thanks that will work. If someone with Skype wouldn't mind testing this out for me it'd be appreciated. I don't have Skype and right now time to test it but if I was a betting man I'd imagine it works fine right now.
Nathan See This please.
Ivy, this has been fixed. The name color missing was being caused because of how I moved users into the Chat Ops section. It's caused because of how SMF handles the user groups so Chat Ops are now under a secondary group.
Could the Quick-Edit be modified as well?
I'll look into it offhand not sure.
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Cool 8)
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Additional updates:
- The "Thanks" aka Karma will no longer look at any bad karma that may have been given to users in the past. Only good karma will be seen.
- Guests who have started topics will no longer show "Topic Starter" under their names. Because of how SMF handles Guests (all assigned same number).
- Did some minor additional adjustments to how the left message profile looks.
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- Guests who have started topics will no longer show "Topic Starter" under their names. Because of how SMF handles Guests (all assigned same number).
Guests? They can start topics without registering?
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Guests? They can start topics without registering?
No, but on topics where the OP has left or been deleted, all the deleted/guest posters were shown as a guest and therefore topic starter.
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Oh yes, forgot about that.
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Yeah...we're the other white meat...
Sure...white or black...as long as it doesn't start stinking....
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Thanks that will work. If someone with Skype wouldn't mind testing this out for me it'd be appreciated. I don't have Skype and right now time to test it but if I was a betting man I'd imagine it works fine right now.
Sorry, my mistake. The code doesn't have any "//" in it, so the code is skype:<username>?call, etc.
One suggestion, "target='_blank'" in the link is pointless really - it just opens a blank tab for me and then opens Skype without closing the tab.
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Could Tables be added to the Post Reply?
Like simple HTML tables?
Edit:Or is that to much?
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Sorry, my mistake. The code doesn't have any "//" in it, so the code is skype:<username>?call, etc.
One suggestion, "target='_blank'" in the link is pointless really - it just opens a blank tab for me and then opens Skype without closing the tab.
All of this has been done, thanks. Let me know how it works out now.
Could Tables be added to the Post Reply?
Like simple HTML tables?
Edit:Or is that to much?
This could be easily added. Just one question though if you don't mind before it's added, what exactly would this be needed for. I disabled many of the buttons on the replies on stuff I just couldn't imagine anyone needing to use and HTML tables was one of them.
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All of this has been done, thanks. Let me know how it works out now.
Works great now. The icon changes if you are online or offline. :D
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All of this has been done, thanks. Let me know how it works out now.
This could be easily added. Just one question though if you don't mind before it's added, what exactly would this be needed for. I disabled many of the buttons on the replies on stuff I just couldn't imagine anyone needing to use and HTML tables was one of them.
Just if someone wanted to display stuff more organized say if they needed to display a Excel table. But it's just an idea.
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Just if someone wanted to display stuff more organized say if they needed to display a Excel table. But it's just an idea.
Yeah I understand. But as far as I'm aware no one has actually needed to do this and since it adds three additional buttons that just complicate things I think for now I'm going to leave it disabled. I'm always striving to keep everything as simple as possible. :)
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Fine with me ;D
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how about I request something too! how about you read your pm Nathan.
Please I beg you! I'm going nuts!
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IF her request involves possums in any way I agree. ;D
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Update:
Post size increased to 50,000 characters (from 20,000) and attachment limitation increased to 700KB.
how about I request something too! how about you read your pm Nathan.
Please I beg you! I'm going nuts!
I'm just about to. I always catch up on my posts before going to my PM messages. I've got a ton this morning so going to take me at least an hour to go through them, which is why I keep delaying it. :)
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Don't delay this one, I'm in fear that you might wish I had informed you of this at the earliest.
Sorry for this Nathan, hope you understand.
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Speaking of PMs..
Could Marks be added to messages, like Highlight or something as important?
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Speaking of PMs..
Could Marks be added to messages, like Highlight or something as important?
everyone thinks his/her pm is important.
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Speaking of PMs..
Could Marks be added to messages, like Highlight or something as important?
Sure it could be done, but I just treat everything as being important. Like Ivy said, most users will always think of their issue as being the most important.
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Thankyou for reading the pm Nathan.
One more To-Do thing is Done :)
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I didnt say mine were more important than others...just saying if that Mark PM thing could be added..
but nvm..
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I didnt say mine were more important than others...just saying if that Mark PM thing could be added..
but nvm..
I'll look into it, I never mind trying new things because I don't like to be too close minded. Just cant guarantee I'll get to it too soon.
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No problem, take your time 8)
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Based off what I watched today the new system seems to be a success.
Stats:
Day New Topics New Posts New members Most online
2009-03-11 84 654 99 455
I know based off my original intention, which was to help people through the registration process and get more members to register successfully seems to have worked. Since the record as far as I could tell was 94 new members in one day, which was back on: 08-19-2008. Based off watching new users as they came into the forum, I think some of them are still having difficulties posting their questions, so still working on improving that aspect.
Update: Looks like it's continuing to improve, which is good news to my eyes. Now just need to work out why people would register without posting. Still seems as if it could be some type of confusion.
Day New Topics New Posts New members Most online
2009-03-16 79 624 123 441
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I was wondering, could you tell us what the blocked spammer stats are?
I notice a lot of spam has been getting in... I'm also wondering what exactly the yellow bar at the top of the page for guests has to do with it, exactly.
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Ya I just reported 3 yesterday!
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Ya I just reported 3 yesterday!
Same here.
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I just reported another!
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I was wondering, could you tell us what the blocked spammer stats are?
I notice a lot of spam has been getting in... I'm also wondering what exactly the yellow bar at the top of the page for guests has to do with it, exactly.
Gladly. I'm now able to report that now because I've been waiting for just over 24 hours and monitoring the logs during that time to see how it's doing. It seems to be doing quite well. In just over 24 hours (about 26 to be exact) 345 people were denied access to the forum because of being on a ban list. I agree that it still seems that we're getting hit pretty hard even with all these people being denied access so once again I'm going to enable the CAPATCHA on the forum registration to see if that helps more. I wanted to not use this because I've found in user testing here that people had difficulties with it. But if it helps lower the SPAM levels more then I'll consider keeping it, with the stopforumspam. I may also consider using another system but for now I'm going to try a lower level of CAPATCHA.
The yellow bar at the top was implemented as part of my strategy to help improve the ease of forum accessibility for users. The side effect it ended up causing that I never thought of is that it also seems to have increased the accessibility to spammers.
Hope that helps give you a background on what's going on.
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:o :o :o :o :o :o There was never that much spam!
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I may also consider using another system but for now I'm going to try a lower level of CAPATCHA.
I have a few other mods installed on my forum to help with this.
http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1516
http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1078
Both are compatible.
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I have to say, having it ask a basic math question on the registration page, 1+1, would greatly help as well.
Also, why dont you try CAPTCHA at its easy level first, and if we still have problems, up it a notch or implement another system, such as a math question or an easy puzzle, or something that asks for the time.
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CAPTCHA has been enabled since above post and seems to be doing pretty good. Also I saw that Patio was wanting evilfantasy to post the head bang icons, so as an experiment I also added them to the default classic and other smiley set, which is also customizable. I'm not sure if these will stay, but when doing this encountered another potential more serious issue so going to work on that in a bit.
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I like the new smileys. I would imagine the head bang will be quite popular.
If you want new ones install Smiley Xtra https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/375
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I like em too ^-^ :||x :|| >:D O0
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Yay new smilies! O0
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The only reason I use smilies is to ensure that people dont get angry at me.
I tend to have an angry tone, and I throw in a smiling thingy to throw them all off, when I'm really pissed at their idotic moments.
Still, if those out there truly desire smilies..
<silent cutoff>
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I vote for the banana.
Line dance anyone??
(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)(http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/ban-cha.gif)
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Done.
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Is it possible to make sure, at least a majority of the icons wont make sentences appear way off?
Eg: The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog, since the fox was smart enough to know the darn dog would never chase it, thus, the lazyness. ??? The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog, since the fox was smart enough to know the darn dog would never chase it, thus, the lazyness. The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog, since the fox was smart (| enough to know the darn dog would never chase it, thus, the lazyness. The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog, since the fox was smart enough to know the darn dog would never chase it, thus, the lazyness. The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog, since the fox was smart enough to know the darn dog would never chase it O0 thus, the lazyness.
All of those sentences should appear together with even spacing.
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The banana dances so it is going to create a gap and the afro is big. Let's not loose sight of enjoying ourselves please...
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Hmm.. believe that's a limitation on HTML / text formatting. The only way I believe this could be fixed is if all icons that were bigger were made to be standard text size. The reason it has to do this is because otherwise the icons would be covering the text above the icons. I'm open to ideas if someone has a solution to making it not do this. Besides changing the size of the icon the only other thing I could think of is making it so the icon has character returns around it??
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I'd hope that most users who use these icons would put them at the end of their text on a line of their own. But sure there are going to be those who don't. It could I guess be possible to make it so big icons can only be put at the end of text. But believe it'd required a big re-write of the code.
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Argh.....More Smilies..... :||x
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I think these smilies will be removed very quickly...
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Excuse me...but isn't this the TO DO list and not the Sandbox?
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But we needed to show the admin that we like them and think they are a good idea
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But we needed to show the admin that we like them and think they are a good idea
You mean show the admin that YOU like them...... The fact that they are a good idea, that's a matter of opinion.....
Oh btw Nathan, what about my dog avatar? Heh
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,78573.msg522202.html#msg522202
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How about a small ROFL. (http://www.v-rodforums.com/forums/images/smilies/rofl3.gif)
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But we needed to show the admin that we like them and think they are a good idea
that what is a good idea?
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more smilies
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How about a small ROFL. (http://www.v-rodforums.com/forums/images/smilies/rofl3.gif)
Added and there is no need to spam here testing it. :) It works. :rofl:
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Nathan, you didnt require email activation for registration did you?
I just changed my email and it required activation, that could be a security thing, but, it shouldn't happen unless activation is required...
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If I may suggest something....
I, personally, would prefer if guests could not view member's profiles.
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They can't...
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Glitch is correct. Member profiles have been protected for some time. :)
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Oh, sorry about that. :)
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My avatar, Nathan? :)
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What about it??
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My avatar, Nathan? :)
Assuming you're talking about your dog. Did you see the avatar post?
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Heh, thanks.
Her name is Eevee.....after the Pokemon. 8)
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Not all that brown...and no white tip at the end of the tail
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Not all that brown...and no white tip at the end of the tail
... I imagine it probably doesn't evolve into one of several elemental types when exposed to certain rocks, either.
IT'S A NAME.
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No i thought he was saying that computeruler's pooch looked like Eevee.
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No i thought he was saying that computeruler's pooch looked like Eevee.
I'm pretty sure he was talking about his dog...
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Oh.
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I exposed my dog to some crystals.....which is why she is so white. Hehe
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Ninetales ;)
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thats only a fox
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I've just been looking at the Virus and Spyware section and I still notice that not many people see the "Read this before...." topic. Then I thought of this mod:
Order Stickied Topics (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1321)
This mod allows you to order your stickied topics the way that you want them to be. It allows anyone with permissions to create a sticky in a particular board, to order those stickied topics by clicking on the "Order Stickied Topics" link, on the topic list page for any particular board.
I think if the topic "Read this before requesting help" was the first sticky on the page, more people might see it.
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Good Point.....
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It should make it back to the top soon. I just unstuck one and I think Nathan is going to unstick the Conficker post at some point.
Looks like a useful mod though. I usually have to do some trickery to re-arrange them ;)
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And decide who gets the sticky permissions(besides the mods, of course)
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And decide who gets the sticky permissions(besides the mods, of course)
Ah.......no. ???
Why should anyone else other than moderators have this capability?
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That would be a sticky mess....
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clean up in alie sixteen
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why 16 why not 1 or 2 or 3
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thats were you suppose it would be which isnt all that comical
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Back on topic.... ;)
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Back on topic.... ;)
Wishful thinking.
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As i said....
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Doing so wont make it, you just have to wait. like the rest of us.
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Nathan, I've noticed that the Please read this first sticky, in the Networking board, gives a link to the BSD, Linux, and Unix section.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,33336.0.html
Shouldn't that link let you start a new topic on the Networking board?
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LOL! Nice find, JJ 3000!
I fixed it.
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I hate that when it happens you have to watch. Especially with a huge site.
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I hate that when it happens you have to watch. Especially with a huge site.
So I do. :)
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LOL! Nice find, JJ 3000!
I fixed it.
The Web Design one was the same way before I fixed it. ;D
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I've added the request for the sticky mod to the list of things to do.
Also, thanks for reporting that error JJ 3000 and thanks for fixing it Carbon.
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This wasn't on the TODO list, however thought it'd be useful so quickly implemented the Tracer tool onto the forums. Read more and talk about it on the below thread.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,83477.0.html
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ok i'm on it too!
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what that dont make sense? I see were that would come in handy good call I supose it saves needing to know php and helps stop webreapers.
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what that dont make sense?
You'd know a lot about that, wouldn't you? LOL ;D
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ok i'm on it too!
here if you read
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I believe kpac is referring to your uncanny ability to make even simple comments sound confusing. Your previous post in this thread, for example...
I see were that would come in handy good call I supose it saves needing to know php and helps stop webreapers.
You told peter37 that he didn't make sense and then you went on to say the above, which doesn't make sense. What does it have to do with topic at hand?
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it comments on the admins post >:(
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I don't get what that has to do with PHP, but nonetheless...to avoid confusion, it's usually best to actually address the person you are talking to or at least quote them. This post I am now writing is clearly directed at you. But your post was directed at two different people and that wasn't clarified. It's very easy for things to get jumbled and confused on a forum, especially when the thread has 50 pages.
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I suppose that is true, ment that it add protection to pages like the sole reason php is added to them.
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I suppose that is true, ment that it add protection to pages like the sole reason php is added to them.
Please read up on PHP........seriously.
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I know what it is and what it does.
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Look into reminders that can be sent for inactive users
Automatically Email Inactive Ordinary Users (http://custom.simplemachines.org/mods/index.php?mod=1025) mod.
Has the option to remove the user's account if they haven't visited for more than the time specified.
I saw that someone mentioned about have a member list button in the top forum navigation bar (home, help, staff....). I could sort something out here if needed...
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well you definitely have a point there, 8)
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well you definitely have a point there, 8)
And what's that?
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I think a xfire thing needs to be added to profiles
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I think a xfire thing needs to be added to profiles
Why? This isn't a gaming site. Next thing you know, people will be wanting to add Steam and Gamertags and Suicide Girls profiles.
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Not enough use Xfire to add it, IMO.
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Simple Machines announces the release of SMF 1.1.9 and 2.0 RC1-1, addressing a few vulnerabilities found in SMF 1.1.8 and 2.0 RC1. We strongly recommend that all users upgrade as soon as possible.
It should be noted that SMF 2.0 RC1-1 is not the second release candidate for SMF 2.0, but merely a security-updated version of the first release candidate. The new Curve theme is still scheduled for SMF 2.0 RC2, as announced earlier.
To upgrade, use the package manager to upgrade to either 1.1.9 or 2.0 RC1-1, depending on your version. Simply visit your administration center, where a notice will be displayed, prompting you to upgrade. Click the link, confirm the changes and your forum will be up to date again. Users still running the SMF 1.0.x branch can upgrade to SMF 1.0.17 via the same procedure.
Basically, the forum needs to be upgraded.
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And of course keep the original themes...
EDIT:Wait its just a security update.
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Basically, the forum needs to be upgraded.
In what way ? ?
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To SMF 1.1.9. I got an email from SMF saying that a newer version was out, so I thought I'd let Nathan know as well. It's just like a Windows Update really.
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Basically, the forum needs to be upgraded.
Yep, it's on my list of things to-do just haven't got to it yet. Just a FYI the SMF admin page actually will tell me when updates are available.
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Yep, it's on my list of things to-do just haven't got to it yet. Just a FYI the SMF admin page actually will tell me when updates are available.
Oh I know, just in case you missed it. ;D
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There are issues with the latest release...
Perhaps being a bit behind is a blessing in disguise... ::)
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There are issues with the latest release...
Perhaps being a bit behind is a blessing in disguise... ::)
Like what? ???
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http://lmgtfy.com/?q=SMF+1.1.9.+problems+ (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=SMF+1.1.9.+problems+)
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A quick vist to their Forums will also produce results...
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A lot of people didn't learn their lesson with IE7 or Vista. Just because it's an update, that doesn't mean it's better.
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Thats the thing they dont, past experiences cant predict future one's if you get what I'm saing.
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http://lmgtfy.com/?q=SMF+1.1.9.+problems+ (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=SMF+1.1.9.+problems+)
SMF 1.1.9 is not a new forum, just an upgrade to the present one. It's the same as 1.1.7 being upgraded to the present 1.1.8. I installed it without any problems.
Are you both getting mixed up with SMF 2 RC1?
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If the update contains a spell check as well, I'm all for it! ::)
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::)
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If the update contains a spell check as well, I'm all for it! ::)
Our original has a spell check, and so does FF ;)
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If the update contains a spell check as well, I'm all for it!
;)
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Nathan...
Not sure if this has been covered in here...but just thought it may benefit some of the members here who contribute content in the form of guides, tutorials, or FAQs.
I just implemented it on my board and it works like a champ.
Anyway...what I'm talking about is an anchor bbcode. This way...someone who submits a topic, like the malware guide for example, can include a table of contents and use anchor tags to link to pertinent content within the topic. One wouldn't have to scroll through the whole thread...instead...jump to the content within the thread they're looking for using a link to the anchor.
Have you given this any consideration?
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This can actually be done with the url and anchor tags. Click here to go to end. (#post_test) The main issue is that many users are basic users who're not familiar with what an anchor is let alone the BBC code to implement it. This was once a button, but I found hardly anyone used it and to keep things simple I removed buttons that were not used.
[url=#test]Click here to go to end.[/url]
[anchor=test][/anchor]
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End of document
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Handy to know it's there though.
I think it would be a better option to use in the "Read this before requesting malware removal help" topic, where, in the first post, there are links to the other posts in the same topic. It will also work between different posts.
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Thanks, Nathan...
Didn't even know they were available...my bad.
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Yeah, same here...I had no idea BBCode supported anchors. Very useful to know!
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Is this the suggestion box ?
I was thinking which can be dangerous. BUT If there was a place when people came and they could enter their computer information it would always be on hand and entered only once and if a tech or someone trying to help needed the info they could go look up that user and get what they need.
I notice and its happened to me lots of time gets wasted asking do you have this do you have that when if the needed info was compiled from the get go some responses which could lead to a fix could be drastically reduced.
Anyway just a thought.
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We already have that
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Look at the profile section of the post, if someone has entered data under the 'specs' heading then just do a mouseover.
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LMAO
OK, who stole my idea!
No one ever told or asked me to go fill that out. I should have known you folks think of everything.
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We sure do!
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Of course the list is only as good as the information entered into it...
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your also limited I was only able to get two machines in mine an I use three to four at best all the time.
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Again...it's all about you isn't it ? ?
It was not designed for 4 machines specs....period.
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It was not designed for 4 machines specs....period.
Agreed. squall currently appears to have at least two computers in his specs. Because there is so much text, I can only see about half of it on my screen, so I don't really know much about either computer.
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I could list it out to the side, just seemed like it would of been harder to follow. When I do codeing I make it like that, so that I can follow it among others.
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Bug:
It seems, on my end, the "Post Reply" window does not work in Internet Explorer 8 inside Windows 7 RC1 after you exceed one page of data, and the scroll bar becomes active...
Most likely an SMF issue.
Just wanted to let you know.
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omg hi zylstra!!!!!!!
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How was your vacation?
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I think he only came back because he had a question
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your also limited I was only able to get two machines in mine an I use three to four at best all the time.
You could always try for a 3000 character signature.
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why??
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Never mind, squall. Why make a post with one word in it when it doesn't really matter? ::)
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The Specs are meant to help others help you. Sure you can "show off" your computer but (I don't think) that's the original purpose for the Specs.
The Self Built Computer Club is for showcasing your computer(s).
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Its not rather show, its the two that I use the most or some what do aside from my laptop.
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Back on topic please.
Start a new thread if you need to discuss this further. This is the TO-DO list.
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How do I post my question? (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,45928.0.html) ...needs to be updated to add the new Windows boards. I think that's why a lot of new users are still posting in the main Windows board.
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Okay, it seems that the default SMF template does display the new posts icon for new posts in sub-boards.
Here's the edit: .../Themes/%theme%/BoardIndex.template.php
Find:
// If the board is new, show a strong indicator.
if ($board['new'])
echo '<img src="', $settings['images_url'], '/on.gif" alt="', $txt[333], '" title="', $txt[333], '" />';
Add After:
// This board doesn't have new posts, but its children do.
elseif ($board['children_new'])
echo '<img src="', $settings['images_url'], '/on2.gif" alt="', $txt[333], '" title="', $txt[333], '" />';
Whoops... This is in reply to here: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,84644.msg594417.html#msg594417
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win 7 needs to be added to the list of operating systems that are in your profiles
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Also, could something be done to the code boxes.
Right now, when too much code is put into the code box, the width of the screen stretches horizontally. It would be a lot better if the code box itself had the scrollbar...
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// This board doesn't have new posts, but its children do.
elseif ($board['children_new'])
echo '<img src="', $settings['images_url'], '/on2.gif" alt="', $txt[333], '" title="', $txt[333], '" />';
Gee... That looks similar to C# code (the way comments are started and use of the "IF"... "ELSEIF"... "ELSE"...).
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Most programming languages use the IF statement...
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Can we get some back an forward arrows in certain places?
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Like in your Internet Browser?
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Here, I was looking on who's online an dont like how unless your looking for something you have to click every page then the next set comes unless...... ugh I'll explain later.
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How do I post my question? (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,45928.0.html) ...needs to be updated to add the new Windows boards. I think that's why a lot of new users are still posting in the main Windows board.
Fixed. How good is it?
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Fixed. How do is it?
Good. :)
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win 7 still needs added
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win 7 still needs added
It is.
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No its not. Notice my os
<------ It would be win 7 but its not there
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Ah right...Well thank you for telling us what you meant.... ::)
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How do I post my question? (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,45928.0.html) ...needs to be updated to add the new Windows boards. I think that's why a lot of new users are still posting in the main Windows board.
Thanks for the suggestion Kpac and thank you Carbon for helping getting this taken care of for me. :)
Okay, it seems that the default SMF template does display the new posts icon for new posts in sub-boards.
Here's the edit: .../Themes/%theme%/BoardIndex.template.php
Find:
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Whoops... This is in reply to here: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,84644.msg594417.html#msg594417
Thanks for the suggestion and looking into this Kpac, but correct me if I'm wrong Patio the icons themselves are fine, but it's the information on the far right that you're wanting to be updated and show the information.
win 7 needs to be added to the list of operating systems that are in your profiles
Agreed. However, quite the dilemma with this one. Here's the situation, I'm using a custom field drop down and it's arranged being latest versions of Windows at the top and oldest versions at the bottom. Unfortunately when adding a new field it adds it to the bottom of the list and can't be added to the top.
So far the best solution I could come up with would be to rename the "Unknown" field, which is at the top. Unfortunately this would cause any current "Unknown" to become Windows 7 so this would cause a lot of confusion. Another alternative solution would be to recreate the complete field and add Windows 7 to the top. Unfortunately though this would cause everyone to have to re-enter their OS.
Of course a final solution would be to add Windows 7 to the bottom, this wouldn't cause any of the above problems, however would also be confusing.
Going to research this one some more to see if there is anything I can do in MySQL before going with one of the above solutions. Thankfully Windows 7 doesn't come out until October so have some time.
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Correct...For example the Other Board has a daughterboard...Off Topic.
If something new is posted in Off Topic even if i have viewed all posts in Other the Other icon still reflects there are new topics...
This is not the case with the Windows icon.
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I would go with just adding to to the bottom. I dont think it would create much confusion
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I would go with just adding to to the bottom. I dont think it would create much confusion
Agreed for now, I think it's going to be the best solution and since some users are using the RC of 7 I guess it'd be best for a quick solution. From my research today looks like something that's going to need to be adjusted or changed through MySQL.
Update: Windows 7 should now appear at the bottom.
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thanks!
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I'm still experince issue's with new replies.
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I'm still experince issue's with new replies.
What issues?
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::) mainly some times when I get new replies to post I dont get them right off but other times it shows up. This has been happening for a while, dont know if its the admin server or something else.
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but other times it shows up.
Shows up where, exactly?
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In my new replies. :-\
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You sure you're looking here?
New replies to your posts (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=unreadreplies)
It works fine for me. Whenever someone posts in a topic I've posted in, it is shown on that page.
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Works here, as well. Note that viewing a thread in your new replies will remove it from that list until another person posts.
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I'm well aware of that, I mean if someone has posted an you wanted to check.
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From my research today looks like something that's going to need to be adjusted or changed through MySQL.
If you use PHPMyAdmin, it would be quite easy to move the field up to the top of the table...
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This idea probably has come up earlier, but just as an idea what about Embed content(like Youtube) or would that just clog up the bandwidth?
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This idea probably has come up earlier, but just as an idea what about Embed content(like Youtube) or would that just clog up the bandwidth?
Not CH's, so it wouldn't matter. ;D
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If you use PHPMyAdmin, it would be quite easy to move the field up to the top of the table...
Just need to find which table contains it, just looking at all the available tables I can't seem to locate where the mod stores its values.
This idea probably has come up earlier, but just as an idea what about Embed content(like Youtube) or would that just clog up the bandwidth?
This is definately possible to do, however was disabled because its a potential security risk with embedded objects. If there is a lot of requests for this it's something that could be done. However, I think simply linking to a video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGBVwNEvpCc) is just as good. ;)
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It would be slower for some users though.
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we should have a polL!
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However, I think simply linking to a video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGBVwNEvpCc) is just as good. ;)
Personally, I think it's better that way. I can only imagine the kind of *censored* that would break loose if people could embed videos.
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I agree with Chris...links are sufficient.
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yes, I'd prefer to have the choice of watching a video of an eight year old australian boy swallowing a while coke bottle. Doubly so for "Part II: The passing"
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Convenience vs Security
Yea, lets just stick with the linking. 8)
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It would allow also a large number of spam like realted things.
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I'm finding myself wondering what kind of system is in place to prevent people from posting illegitimate links though.
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the report button
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Yeah, I make use of that button sometimes myself.
I was just considering something that Slashdot uses, it shows where the link is pointed to if it's embedded. I still don't know how secure that is, you've got to stop and read it. We all know how well that works... ;D
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I think it definatly is a bad idea for embeded movies on the forum. Just think of all the Rick Rolls.
There was a forum this guy ran and he spammed up my old flash gaming forum and he had html allowed on his forum. I found his password posted in the html code of his website and made a sub-forum with a meta refresh code in it on his forum.
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Yeah, I think links are the best option we have, We don't need embedded videos on the forum, It would complicate things.
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Hello,
I don't know how this is implemented but would like to see specific boards listed in 'Unread posts' because I don't dig into MS boards and can add only the Linux and Programming boards where I'm interested in.
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If you visit that forum you should see a (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/Themes/classic/images/english/new.gif) image next to all unread topics and replies.
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If you only have 2 boards to check this shouldn't be difficult...
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Hello,
Yeah you're right on that. Its okay to monitor just two boards.
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It would be nice to have a way to add words to spell check.
I realize we all can't have custom dictionaries like in a word processor, and you can't allow everyone to add to a master custom dictionary.
If you could add a button next to spell check "submit word" and have one of the moderators approve or disapprove of adding it to a custom dictionary.
I always use spell check and fairly common words like Mozilla are not recognized.
Little by little the spell check would be kept up to date.
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....while allowing crackers more opportunities to break the system.
The easiest thing to do is to just ignore the words that aren't in the dictionary or else just re-read your post before submitting.
Because the way SMF is built, the words aren't actually stored in the same database as the rest of the forum data. They are stored in a remote server and are then requested from that server every time a spell check is called. Because of that, remote connections to the server wouldn't be allowed!
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OK, thanks.
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Spell check is a job for a browser.
Not sure I've ever seen one in a forum.
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Added another mod in my continued effort to help prevent spam on the forums. Signatures will no long support URL's or Pictures if the user does not have more than five posts. Below is an example of what would be displayed when a user/bot tries to create signatures with URL's.
Visit <a href=" *Link Removed* " >CH[/url] and *Link Removed* - Testing URL's
Example of profile that just happened to apply to this situation after this mod was added:
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=82711
;D
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Maybe you should make it so that people with less than a certain post count can't put URLs in their post at all...
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Maybe you should make it so that people with less than a certain post count can't put URLs in their post at all...
I did think about that, however I can think of a lot of valid reasons users would need to put a URL in their post. It definitely would help with spam, but think it'd hender the forums more than it'd help.
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OK...well can you remove the http:// part of the url tag? Watch. It will automatically add http:// to the url even if it already contains it.
contact (http://mailto:[email protected])
GOOGLE (http://"http://www.google.ca")
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It would kill the malware forum. Many logs have a link in them somewhere.
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OK...well can you remove the http:// part of the url tag? Watch. It will automatically add http:// to the url even if it already contains it.
contact (http://mailto:[email protected])
GOOGLE (http://"http://www.google.ca")
It shouldn't be adding extra code into the URL tags like the examples you showed. How exactly are you typing these in?
CH link test (http://"http://www.computerhope.com")
e-mail test (http://[email protected])
Update: I believe I know the causes for your issues. When doing the BBC tag for URL it should not start with quotes otherwise it'll think it's not starting with a proper URL and will add http your tag should look like the below example.
[url=http://www.google.ca]Google[/url]
As far as the mailto, I believe it's doing that because of the same situation, seeing that it doesn't see the http: it adds it. I believe there may be an alternative bbc for mailto, but need to look it up since It's not coming to me. Additionally just simply typing in the URL address without the BBC code will work and HTML code is also allowed.
Update2: Guess there isn't a BBC tag in doing this or not that I could find. However, you could do a HTML a href tag with a mailto and that'd work.
e-mail link (http://mailto:[email protected])
Code:
<a href="mailto:[email protected]">e-mail link</a>
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I've changed the ICQ icon from the remote ICQ server to the Computer Hope server. Users who had this icon enabled would cause any thread they posted in to slowly load and/or time-out while the icon was attempting to be loaded from ICQ.
Thanks to Patio for pointing this out. ;D
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I've changed the ICQ icon from the remote ICQ server to the Computer Hope server. Users who had this icon enabled would cause any thread they posted in to slowly load and/or time-out while the icon was attempting to be loaded from ICQ.
Thanks to Patio for pointing this out. ;D
So that's what was causing it?! I kept having all kinds of weird lag on certain pages on CH but I didn't know what was causing it. Kudos to patio for figuring it out and kudos to you for fixing it. The site runs nice and smooth on every page now.
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Can you make it so if you create a thread, you can edit your posts after the 1hour limit within the thread. It might make it be a little easier for threads like the Installer's Hall of Shame.
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Not sure why the need for editing is critical here...
The original Post should be well thought out and worded properly before hitting the Post key.
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Otherwise it just caused confusion.
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I honestly can't think of any reason why someone would need to edit a post after an hour. If any reasons can be posted and/or if the community overall really wants this changed it can be. But until then I think it should remain at one hour. This was done to help prevent abuse.
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I've been working on implementing RSS feeds into portions of the website and linking them to ( http://www.computerhope.com/rss.htm ). Since the forums already have RSS capabilities I've gone ahead and created test links for this page and a new RSS button that you may or may not see at the top of the forums. It's likely I'll be playing around with this for a bit but thought I'd at least let everyone know so there isn't too much confusion.
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Do you want an icon to match to others?
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I honestly can't think of any reason why someone would need to edit a post after an hour. If any reasons can be posted
It might make it be a little easier for threads like the Installer's Hall of Shame.
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http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,102610.0.html
Do you want an icon to match to others?
Not sure if the icons will be staying, which is why I didn't really put to much work into doing the one that's currently shown.
After some work with restructuring the header of the forum, I ended up doing a complete re-work of the header. Additional details and comments can be posted on the below thread.
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,102610.0.html
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Helpmeh, that's just one topic, and it's system already works.
There really is no need to bring back the unrestricted editing system.
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Helpmeh, that's just one topic, and it's system already works.
There really is no need to bring back the unrestricted editing system.
Well, I'd just hate to be in Broni's shoes...every time he needs to change something (anything) he has to PM a mod, wait for them to come on, wait for them to check their messages, and wait for them to change it.
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Well, I'd just hate to be in Broni's shoes...every time he needs to change something (anything) he has to PM a mod, wait for them to come on, wait for them to check their messages, and wait for them to change it.
You realize you are suggesting a forum wide change to make maintaining a single thread easier.
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I think the name of the "Virus and spyware removal" forum needs to be changed to something fairly different to the "Computer viruses and spyware" forum, or vice versa. A lot of people are still posting logs in the parent forum.
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I think the name of the "Virus and spyware removal" forum needs to be changed to something fairly different to the "Computer viruses and spyware" forum, or vice versa. A lot of people are still posting logs in the parent forum.
Is there any way to add a rules blurb like in PHPbb3? You can add a rules list above the actual forum.
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A lot of people are still posting logs in the parent forum.
That's a malware fighter issue. (hint hint)
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I think the name of the "Virus and spyware removal" forum needs to be changed to something fairly different to the "Computer viruses and spyware" forum, or vice versa. A lot of people are still posting logs in the parent forum.
I'll create a new topic for this that the community can put it to a vote. My best though would be maybe renaming the main board to "Computer security and malware" now that we have a virus and malware removal section.
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That's a malware fighter issue. (hint hint)
Did I reply to any of them?
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Could you make a slight adjustment to the sidebar, Nathan?
If I may use your profile as an example:
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/185178/Screen%20shot%202010-06-17%20at%203.09.30%20AM.png)
Could you not distribute the icons across the two rows? The Twitter icon looks lonely.
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I think they auto-distribute if there isn't enough space, but I do think more of the should be allowed to position on the top line.
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Could you make a slight adjustment to the sidebar, Nathan?
If I may use your profile as an example:
(http://www.fileupyours.com/files/185178/Screen%20shot%202010-06-17%20at%203.09.30%20AM.png)
Could you not distribute the icons across the two rows? The Twitter icon looks lonely.
Yeah that's something that could be done. Although do we want all the icons on a single row to allow them to auto arrange depending on space available?
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Oh I just realized they auto-distribute. I guess it doesn't matter. :p
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I apologize if this has already been suggested (I don't exactly have time to go through 57 pages of posts right now), but I think a formatting option for nesting output in a code section could be handy.
public class HelloWorld
{
public static void main(String [] args)
{
System.out.println("Hello world!");
}
}
Hello world!
^ That just seems a bit sloppy to me.
Again, sorry if this has already been suggested.
Do you mean a new toolbar button? If so, there already is one (second from the right).
I think you mean though the difficulty of having proper tabs/indents with code blocks. Not much can be done about that, after all the editor is for editing posts- it's not a code IDE. I usually just copy paste from another program if the length is anything more then trivial.
There are forum mods for "formatting" in the sense of syntax colouring, but I don't think demand is really that high for it.
EDIT:
Oh wait, I see what you mean, nested code bbcodes. problem is everything inside a code bbcode is treated essentially as preformatted text, so even a nested code bbcode would appear:
this is a nested code section:
[code]nested area[/code]
The parsing is pretty simple, it just takes from the starting tag to the first closing tag, with no regard for any nested code tags in between.
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As always appreciate the suggestion. As far as I'm aware you're the first person to make the suggestion. I can add it to the list of things to do but because of the low demand for it, it's likely it wouldn't get done or if it did, it would get done several years down the road. :-\
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Is there other ways you can change the to do list in which it will make more user friendly?
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::)
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i cannot find the members list it used to be at the bottom of the main page , also its not in the Computer Hope Site Map
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Near the bottom of the board index, look under Forum Stats. You see Total Members? Click the number beside of that.
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thank you jj3000 found it , but for anyone new they would never ever find that i think it should be more visible
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If I view this portion of the forum correctly; it is a place to ask for what I would like to see added to the forum. If this is correct I have a suggestion/request; since I now own a smart phone and am of the older generation, is there a section dedicated to this similiar catagory of tech to ask questions and seek advice?
Thank, T
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You can post your question in the "Other" forum if you like (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/board,16.0.html (http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/board,16.0.html)), but there are really better places for you to get support for a cell phone. One of the best forums for cell phones is Howard Forums (http://www.howardforums.com/ (http://www.howardforums.com/)). Still, feel free to post your question here (in the "other" area) and if we can answer it we will.
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Thanks. I will search your suggestion.
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Hi,
I don't know if the problem is with my settings, or if it's the site, but when I try to access the calendar, I get an error message saying "Invalid year value".
If my settings are to blame, you can tell me what to tweak, but if it's the site, it's something to add to the list.
I know it's minor, but still, it looks broken to me, so...
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Any chance, BBCode icons will be back in "Quick reply" mode?
It's been a while, since this has been promised.
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More user friendly drop down menus that could encourage beginners like me to be more active participants on discussion. Help button, if possible, in every step of the way.
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More user friendly drop down menus that could encourage beginners like me to be more active participants on discussion. Help button, if possible, in every step of the way.
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There is a help button at the top of the page, in the row of drop down menus
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I didn't read through all these pages, so I don't know if this has been requested already, but I think that the Thank and Report to moderator should be made more obvious (maybe a button instead because the text is really small, and I don't think many notice those things).
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Just Thanked you...but i knew where it was...... 8)
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Hi,
I don't know if the problem is with my settings, or if it's the site, but when I try to access the calendar, I get an error message saying "Invalid year value".
If my settings are to blame, you can tell me what to tweak, but if it's the site, it's something to add to the list.
I know it's minor, but still, it looks broken to me, so...
Yep, is broken on my end to. It's possible if I disabled it that may be causing it. Will look into it after full forum update, added to todo list.
Any chance, BBCode icons will be back in "Quick reply" mode?
It's been a while, since this has been promised.
Yep definitely possible, sorry for the delay. However, the next forum update is going to be a lot of work since I'm going to have to completely redo everything since this template is no longer being used. So instead of adding it now just to have to re-do it again, going to have to wait a little longer. Sorry. Since it's been so long will try to keep this torwards top of todo so it has a higher priority.
I didn't read through all these pages, so I don't know if this has been requested already, but I think that the Thank and Report to moderator should be made more obvious (maybe a button instead because the text is really small, and I don't think many notice those things).
Well add to list to consider. Since more of a novelty fix and with limited time can't put too much priority on it at this time.
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Add more interesting category or have a specific place for a certain topic (e.g. people behind the computer technology - only those people who invented/contributed in computer technology). :P
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I have an idea plese post a link on how to set up irc chat x clent with detail or please make your page accesable with screen readers that would MAKE MY YEAR thanks
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That's not what the to-do list is for....
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That's not what the to-do list is for....
May I ask what the for do list is used for that the admin of this fourm posts and how you come up with ideas?
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May I ask what the for do list is used for that the admin of this fourm posts and how you come up with ideas?
The 'To-do list' is for the admins to inform us of what changes will be made to this site in the future.
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The 'To-do list' is for the admins to inform us of what changes will be made to this site in the future.
Ok thanks for the information I did not know that
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I've seen long URL links throw the formatting of the forum off, it is as if they aren't wrapping properly anymore.
Example:
https://www.google.com/#hl=en&output=search&sclient=psy-ab&q=long+url+link+example+problem+for+demonstration+purposes+only+to+show+what+happens+when+a+link+gets+far+too+long+inside+a+post+on+SMF+forums+and+how+it+ruins+formatting+making+people+like+me+question+the+people+who+programmed+it+since+I+am+fairly+sure+at+one+point+this+was+not+a+problem+but+I+guess+I+have+no+say+in+it+&oq=
It separates the first part (fairly early) but it seems SMF can't figure out where to split the rest.
This might be an issue worth solving.
SMF says that long URL's like this should cause the individual reply with the long URL to develop a horizontal scrollbar instead of the entire page being expanded (kind of like keeping the problem in its own container).
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SMF says that long URL's like this should cause the individual reply with the long URL to develop a horizontal scrollbar instead of the entire page being expanded (kind of like keeping the problem in its own container).
If only that was how it is...this issue also applies to the "Topic Summary" on the Post reply page.
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Forum Profile stats need to include Windows 8.
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Well, I am amaze of your post. I am not so expert with that and I really learn new things to be done and what should be done.