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First problem fixed: logout function.
I can relate to your experiences as well, Bec. I even had a bizarre post that showed up on this forum when I orgininally posted on michaeljacksonfakeddeath.com some months ago. This is quite confusing. and a bit creepy....
You know what it is guys? I can never do it the right way for all of you. Some want it all, and that simply can't be done. I agree that the old board looks better (still), but it had problems that you couldn't see. It was slowing down the database in a way no one could explain, since the server is fast as hell. It was hacked before and lately I had trouble getting into the admin panel, the mods and myself were unable to edit or delete posts and I did not rust the installation anymore, that is why I decided to move it to another software program as soon as possible. The old board is still working, but I will lock it as an archive.It took me 12 hours to convert all the posts to the new software and I have a 40 hour a week job, plus I am trying to start a business. My time is limited, but I already opened this forum so that you all would be able to keep up again and post. The lay-out is really not on my priority list, I first want the errors fixed. During a conversion it might be that some things get fucked up, because you are dealing with 2 different software programs. That is why the pm's might not display as they should. I will be able to fix some things, but it might also be possible that we just have to find out some tricks for other things.This is a fisrt install. All I did was change the menu, added a logo and imported the converted posts. I simply did not have time yet for other things. Main concern was to get it up and running. You can whine about the lay-out or the functions that are different on here, but I remember members reacted the same when I locked MJKIT and opened the previous board. You will get used to it if you would only try. But seriously, the last thing I can use at the moment is complaints about the lay-out. What do you want? a nice looking forum that is slow and might get deleted any minute, or a less nice looking one that is a shit ton faster and secured? You tell me. Also, for your information: I worked three days on the lay-out of the previous board, so believe me, I wish I could have converted it too, but I can't. I have to deal with that. When I have more time on my hands, I might work on a new theme for this one, but not now. For now, just post the actual problems you are experiencing (like that log out button that I will fix) or any other problems. I will update you in this thread, so I will make this a sticky. For now, to answer some questions on here or in pm:IP addresses can only be seen by yourself, me and the mods. Same goes for email addresses, but you can to change your profile settings yourself if you want to hide it. Maybe I can set it as default, but I have to get used to the new admin board too, so bear with me. If you don't want it to be seen by others, change it.Lay-out: see aboveRecent posts, first unread post: I will probably have to install a module for that. I have more modules I have to add, like the ability to post YouTubes etc, so I will see what I can do, but please be patient. Although some might think differently, I really am just 1 person, with only 24 hours in a day, a job and also sort of a social life.Log-out funvtion: will fix that later on. It is indeed as mentioned on MJ's head in the logo for now.Attachments seem to be not working, will check that out. Might be set to disabled. If so, I will have to see if I will enable it, because attachments are slowing down a server when there are that many as on the old board. There are other ways to post an image, maybe we can open a photogallery where everyone can upload their attachments to post them on here. I will think about that.PM's: You should be able to send and receive new ones. The old ones are (just like the posts up until July 22) still on the old board. When I have enabled the board again, you will be able to view them there. The old board can be found in the menu on top under archives.@bec: it seems that you are the only one with that 2-posts-problem. I will message you on msn.That said I have to say that although it might need some time and work, this forum is very user friendly and I have found some very nice features that can be added. I will all have to check them out still, but when everything is installed and working, I will make a post about how to use the forum and the features. All I need is some time and patience.My request:If you see posts that look strange (bb-codes fucked up like images or links, huge fonts etc, report the post to moderator and I will fix it. Also, use this thread for actual problems you experience as in functions, not lay-out. Lastly, suggestions are always welcome, but I am not superwoman and we are dealing with a free software program, which means that we can't have it all and most of all, it's impossible to please everyone. After the complaints about the previous board back in November 2009, I think we can all get used to this one as well. And I even think that in the end, most will be more happy with this one.
You are not allowed to view links. Register or LoginFirst problem fixed: logout function.just logged back in to give you a great big for getting the logout done. thanks souza .by the way guys in all the rooting around i bet there are topics that could be looked at again in association with new info.
Souza, I'm sure this is a huge job for you so I'm also sure you wouldn't have undertaken it without good reason. I really don't want to be negative about what you've done, but to be honest I don't understand why you felt the need for such an enormous change, that initial impressions lead me to think is not for the better.As others have said, it's a maze, whereas the old style, that you'd already done a great job on, was 'a-maze-ing'!If there are still further changes to be made here please can I put a call out for the old 'View New Posts' button, the little red 'go to first new post' button and a 'Logout' button.On the plus side, I got loads of gardening done yesterday!
