There was a lot about the old forum in the other place that was good and little I found was bad. Yes there were times when a photo in the post would be a good idea. Not all of us use flikr etc and prefer to keep photos private unless absolutely necessary.
I have only ever used three other fora. The Chartered Surveyors one is dreadful. The Volvo and PPrune use identical software and they are much less user friendly IMHO. At least in the Volvo owners forum people are usually friendly and happy to give advice - similar in a way to the BR, and I think they would really benefit from the Khoosys forum.
PMs are not a good idea. I don't want my privacy invaded unless I have invited someone to join me. I have exchanged private e-mails with two members but only after a third party contact via a Mod. Lets keep it that way.
Yes I am a luddite. I do little if any browsing on my phone (I don't have the time) and prefer a full screen.
The distinction between technical and discussion was getting blurred and until we get many more members we should stick them all in the same area, but maybe split them when traffic builds. I like the fact that IHAQ is in the same area as well.
Its a pity that the HJ site has shot itself in the foot.
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