New Computer Hope search

[Computer Hope Admin]

I've upgraded the search to the business edition and have created a new search that should appear very similar to the original test version. The latest and likely home of the new search will be at the below address.

http://www.computerhope.com/search.htm

I'll be working on tweaking it a little more and discussing some options with Google before implementing this on all Computer Hope pages.

In addition I've been kicking around the idea of implementing a search box into the default layout of the forum. This search box would allow users to quickly type in what they're searching instead of having to click the search button. This could also potentially promote more users to search before asking the question. Let me know if you approve / disapprove of that idea as well.

As always feedback is appreciated.

[Richenstony]

I think thats a pretty good idea whether it will deter people or not before posting is another story , people never seem to read the rules of the fourm , i dont know whether this is a good idea or not , but sending a copy of the rules automactially to the members when they join ..... you got more chance of them reading them then ...... but the search pluged into the main page is a great idea on the terms of a boast search , rather than being directed to a search box.....

Tony

[Comp Guy]

How do I search for posts by a certain memeber? I used to be able to do that.

[Computer Hope Admin]

How do I search for posts by a certain memeber? I used to be able to do that.

Try searching for just the users name. For example, this search was for "comp guy" and refined to just forum searches. Of course the page has to be indexed, before it will show on the search, so more recent posts may not be found immediately.

[Zylstra]

I like the idea of putting a search box directly on the top boarder, (across from Dictionary, Forums, etc)

Its in an area where people can see it

As for forum rules:
A lot of frequent forum and internet users that are experience (even at a lower level) with registrations are used to ignoring rules.
Why ignore them?
Its always the same thing. Don't use vulgar expressions, don't go about posting anything illegal, don't post spam or unhelpful things.

On this forum, users should be wary on which section they use, and searching first. I don't think that there is a very easy way of getting to do this, without causing others inconvenience.

Implementing an easy to notice search, and a welcome email sounds great, and less inconvenient to our users.

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[Dilbert]

I like that, but I don't know how easy that is to implement...

[Computer Hope Admin]

I've added a search similar to the one you suggested Zylstra. As far as creating a welcome message / e-mail. Still working out the details on that with this forum system. Thanks for the suggestion.

[Zylstra]

The search box looks great, hopefully that will get the new registrants attention.

[CBMatt]

I didn't even notice the addition!  Heh.  That's great, Nathan, I really like it.

[Comp Guy]

Yay, it worked! I found the thread!

And I agree, that little search box is really nice.

One more thing, I hope this isn't hyjacking the thread, but I attempted to put my AIM name in my profile, but apparently it was too long, and I couldn't fit it all in.

[CBMatt]

One more thing, I hope this isn't hyjacking the thread, but I attempted to put my AIM name in my profile, but apparently it was too long, and I couldn't fit it all in.

What you're putting into the AIM field is an e-mail address.  And the maximum length of an AIM username is 16 characters, which your e-mail address exceeds.  Are you sure it isn't supposed to be just [name] (without the @[email provider].com)?

It may be "too little too late", but Comp Guy is correct in the below post.

[Comp Guy]

Umm.... didn't you just post my address for everyone to see?

And no, when I singed up, it had the option of just using your email address.

[Chris99]

Cool....... exept i really really need help now please check computer hardware for "Please Help!" it has to do with network cards/internet

[CBMatt]

Umm.... didn't you just post my address for everyone to see?

Sorry, I didn't think much of it because you have it in your profile (in my defense, I posted it in segments...heh).  Well, in any case, Dilbert removed it.

And no, when I singed up, it had the option of just using your email address.

Wasn't aware they ever did that; I've never seen it before.

[Comp Guy]

Umm.... didn't you just post my address for everyone to see?

Sorry, I didn't think much of it because you have it in your profile (in my defense, I posted it in segments...heh).  Well, in any case, Dilbert removed it.

It's quite alright, I was just messing with you.

And no, when I singed up, it had the option of just using your email address.

Wasn't aware they ever did that; I've never seen it before.

Well I got a new screen name anyway, so it all fits now.