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Announcing Software Change, New Server

Discussion in 'Announcements & Community Discussions' started by Dark Star, Mar 5, 2017.

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  1. Doug_yvr

    Doug_yvr Well-Known Member Past Donor

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    This has something to do with the Russians doesn't it? Also I heard that Winter Bear bugged Trump's office.
     
    Doug_yvr, Mar 5, 2017
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    tecoyah Well-Known Member Past Donor

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    Technically it was NOT Winter Bear, he was not involved beyond discussion and cannot be proven in any way responsible.
     
    tecoyah, Mar 5, 2017
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    Looks good.
     
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    Yeah I did that, closed my browser, Chrome, and then went back and it did not retain the zoom in. I closed down and came back a little later and it DID hold the zoom in for this site. So maybe it will hold on that. I would like a different font though.
     
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  5. ChrisL

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    You should make the address and tool bars blue instead of pink. The pink doesn't show up well. It's a pretty color though. :)
     
    ChrisL, Mar 5, 2017
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    You guys and gals are doing a good job. I like the change. The more security the better. Thanks for letting us know.
     
    Matthewthf, Mar 5, 2017
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    I like it. Navigating this site is MUCH faster now. More Smileys though please. :)
     
    ChrisL, Mar 5, 2017
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    Lots of work behind the scenes. Nice job, all! :)
     
    SillyAmerican, Mar 5, 2017
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    Well, at least I can access the website from a browser.

    However, it seems the new website is not compatible with the 'Tapatalk' Google app. Any chance it can be made compatible again?

    Thank you for your time.
     
    Rexxon, Mar 5, 2017
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    Chris you get my first like with the new server!

    I'd like to request some Mr. T emoticons.
     
    US Conservative, Mar 5, 2017
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  11. ChrisL

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    Thanks! :)

    Of course, Mr. T because we need to pity the fool! Lol!
     
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    [​IMG]
     
    US Conservative, Mar 5, 2017
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    Agree and AGREE. we need a collection like we had and even better, big step backwards.
     
    Bluesguy, Mar 5, 2017
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    I know. I'm addicted to smileys! :D
     
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    That is so funny! Lol!

    [​IMG]
     
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    Was there any change of ownership?
     
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    Thanks for switching over. vBulletin was way past it's Sell By date so this is a smart move.

    I also appreciate the explanation as to why there was no warning but perhaps you should send out an email to all members with the the OP text and link as a way of ensuring that you do reach all of them.

    Looking forward to using the new platform and change is good when it provides more security and better features.

    Best of all I can now upload my avatar at long last! :)
     
    Derideo_Te, Mar 5, 2017
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    I'm shocked it took that long for someone to ask that - we expected it within minutes.

    No, ownership has not changed. We get offers on a regular basis, but are not interested at this time. We have a very strong sense that this site can be a powerful force for positive change if properly developed, and are committed to building something truly unique here. We believe that switching to this new platform opens up a lot of options for making the site more interactive and informative, and attracting new members from specific professions and walks of life. I don't want to get into too many specifics at this point because we want to make sure some of proposed partnerships and affiliations are genuinely viable before we make any promises, but we have reason for optimism.

    But the site will not be sold any time in the foreseeable future.
     
    Dark Star, Mar 5, 2017
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    I'm a frequent reader and infrequent poster here, but the site's already faster for me, and less glitchy.

    The OP is a superb rundown on the forum's status, and I salute the administration and moderation team here.
     
    Antiduopolist, Mar 5, 2017
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  20. Til the Last Drop

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    Right on, man. It's definitely smoother and cleaner.
     
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    CTRL + Will make any website appear bigger. You can do it multiple times (CTRL -) does the reverse.
     
    ecco, Mar 6, 2017
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    Anyone can upgrade. You guys choose a GOOD upgrade.
     
    ecco, Mar 6, 2017
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    If that doesn't work with your operating system, press and hold the ⌘ key, then scroll up or down with the mouse.
     
    Publius_Bob, Mar 6, 2017
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    The mystery of the avatar is solved... “An octopus has eight testicles.”
     
    Publius_Bob, Mar 6, 2017
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    I like it, I think :). Looks like a lot of very hard work happened with some people not getting much sleep - thank you! I'm not very good with technology so I'm still sorting a lot of things out. If I find there are some things I need help with I'll ask.....but we'll leave that for later. Thank you again!
     
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