Danny P
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Registered: 20th Nov 02
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How easy is it to set up a forum? Doesn't have to be anything technical, as I dont really have much knowledge when it comes to computers
Basically, I support Huddersfield Town (dont laugh) and there isn't really any Fans Forums on the internet, and the one on the official site is wa*k, so me and a few mates were thinking of setting one up.
Like I said doesnt have to be anything too technical, something simple, possibly a phpBB style one?? Is there any cost involved or anything like that??
As I said im the most gifted when it comes to computers, so if any of that above sounds stupid or obvious then apoligies, but any info would be appreciated.
Cheers
Danny
[Edited on 03-09-2006 by Danny P]
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Robin
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phpBB is a piece of piss to use, its very simple to get a basic forum going using it.
obviously you'll have to buy a domain name and spend some cash on hosting, but most hosts give you free phpBB software to play with if you want it 
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Danny P
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Just been having a look at - http://www.instantmessageboards.com/index.php
Doesn't seem too hard to work out, hopefully 
What kinda price would you looking at to buy a web domain then?
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Robin
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they vary
what domain would you like?
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Nath
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Couple of quid if you go to the right places.
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Danny P
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quote:
Originally posted by robmarriott
they vary
what domain would you like?
Was thinking of www.terriertalk.co.uk (Hudders Nickname is The Terriers) or something of that nature
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Robin
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thats taken
terriertalk.org.uk is available for £2.95 a year 
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Steve
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quote:
Originally posted by Danny P
How easy is it to set up a forum? Doesn't have to be anything technical, as I dont really have much knowledge when it comes to computers
Basically, I support Huddersfield Town (dont laugh) and there isn't really any Fans Forums on the internet, and the one on the official site is wa*k, so me and a few mates were thinking of setting one up.
Like I said doesnt have to be anything too technical, something simple, possibly a phpBB style one?? Is there any cost involved or anything like that??
As I said im the most gifted when it comes to computers, so if any of that above sounds stupid or obvious then apoligies, but any info would be appreciated.
Cheers
Danny
[Edited on 03-09-2006 by Danny P]
FPMSL i never knew that you were pozza on there you sly bastardo
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Robin
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or huddersfieldterriers.co.uk
or terriersupporter.co.uk
go on http://www.ukreg.co.uk
thats where i bought smallblockxe.com from, cant remember what we did with the hosting :S
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Danny P
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Registered: 20th Nov 02
Location: Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire
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quote:
Originally posted by Steve
quote:
Originally posted by Danny P
How easy is it to set up a forum? Doesn't have to be anything technical, as I dont really have much knowledge when it comes to computers
Basically, I support Huddersfield Town (dont laugh) and there isn't really any Fans Forums on the internet, and the one on the official site is wa*k, so me and a few mates were thinking of setting one up.
Like I said doesnt have to be anything too technical, something simple, possibly a phpBB style one?? Is there any cost involved or anything like that??
As I said im the most gifted when it comes to computers, so if any of that above sounds stupid or obvious then apoligies, but any info would be appreciated.
Cheers
Danny
[Edited on 03-09-2006 by Danny P]
FPMSL i never knew that you were pozza on there you sly bastardo
 
Rob - Cheers mate, will check it out 
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Sam
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I use http://www.myfreeforum.org very easy and simple to use and set up, they use phpBB software, and offer you the option to export your database (for a fee) if you want to host the forums yourself.
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ed
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Do it right, don't use somone elses forum stuff. What happens when you need to update? How do your members details get put on the new system?
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