Should We Upgrade the Forum Software?

[tsptalk]

I have been reluctant to upgrade the TSP Talk Forums to the new forum software because it was new and full of bugs, but we should be past that point now. It would also have been a big change in format from what we have now.

The new software is currently being used on www.BeltwayTalk.com/forum.php if you want to take a look (the colors can be changed).

Some cons:
- The layout is very different
- A period of adjustment and getting used to doing things a little differently.
- Inserting images and attachments is a little different.
- Some features we use now might be lost
- It will be a lot of work for me to get it in shape.

Some pros:
- This software is being developed and upgraded regularly so we would always get any new features and upgrades.
- The current software is not being upgraded anymore.
- One of the latest features is an iPhone App, that I don't believe will work on the current TSP Talk forum.

I have been asked about an iPhone App before, and the new software version would have it.

Please leave your comments / feedback.

Thanks!

[Steadygain]

- It will be a lot of work for me to get it in shape.

This is the only aspect that makes any difference to me Tom, and I don't want you to feel obligated or put yourself out.

As long as we have a place to share with one another that's all that really makes any difference - but if in the long run you feel the other may work to your advantage -- then I'd say go for it.

Either way I'm good -- and much appreciated.

[James48843]

I like this software better than the other software.

this one is more dependable.

[tsptalk]

This is the only aspect that makes any difference to me Tom, and I don't want you to feel obligated or put yourself out.

As long as we have a place to share with one another that's all that really makes any difference - but if in the long run you feel the other may work to your advantage -- then I'd say go for it.

Either way I'm good -- and much appreciated.

Thanks. I was being silly. The work I will have to do will probably only last a day or two, so don't let that effect your decision.

[fcharles81]

And Android app also would be awesome.

[nnuut]

I do like the current software but probably because I'm so used to working with it? I do like the advantage of getting current updates and from my experience with Windows 3.1, Win 95, Win 2000, Win NT, Win XP and Win Vista, you may like it but there comes a time when you just have to upgrade, no support, it just can't handle the load etc. I'm for the change!

[burrocrat]

be·low (b-l)
adv. 1. In or to a lower place; beneath.
2. a. On or to a lower floor; downstairs.
b. Nautical On or to a lower deck.

3. In a later part of a given text: figures quoted below.
4. Farther down, as along a slope or valley.
5. In or to hell or Hades.
6. On the earth.
7. a. In a lower rank or class.
b. Below zero in temperature: 40° below.


prep. 1. Underneath; beneath.
2. Lower than, as on a graduated scale.
3. Downstream of: launched the canoe just below the bridge.
4. South of: Guatemala is below Mexico.
5. Unsuitable to the rank or dignity of: Such petty behavior is below me.

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http://www.thefreedictionary.com/below

[burrocrat]

actually, i like the new software better.

just couldn't help myself.

c'mon man, it's a new poll!

wheee!

[Viva_La_Migra]

be·low (b-l)
adv. 1. In or to a lower place; beneath.
2. a. On or to a lower floor; downstairs.
b. Nautical On or to a lower deck.

3. In a later part of a given text: figures quoted below.
4. Farther down, as along a slope or valley.
5. In or to hell or Hades.
6. On the earth.
7. a. In a lower rank or class.
b. Below zero in temperature: 40° below.


prep. 1. Underneath; beneath.
2. Lower than, as on a graduated scale.
3. Downstream of: launched the canoe just below the bridge.
4. South of: Guatemala is below Mexico.
5. Unsuitable to the rank or dignity of: Such petty behavior is below me.

[Middle English bilooghe : bi, by; see by1 + loghe, low; see low1.]

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/below

Brilliant explanation of below. Could not have done better myself.

[Viva_La_Migra]

I'd like an Iphone app, but I like the Talk format better than Beltway. Either way you choose to go, I'm cool with it.

[James48843]

actually, i like the new software better.

just couldn't help myself.

c'mon man, it's a new poll!

wheee!

Just for you Burro:

[burrocrat]

Brilliant explanation of below. Could not have done better myself.

well, when he said 'other', i thought he was speaking directly to me. just doing as i'm told. thought it was a test or something.