ATLANTIC CENTRAL Is there a particular reason you never post photos? Sheldon
Is there a particular reason you never post photos?
Sheldon
Rich
Alton Junction
Doughless richhotrain Doughless Maybe the "ancient forum software" works better on the tradional laptop and not the faster-paced mobile devices? Nope. My laptop has more problems with the forum software than does my smartphone. Rich My main point is that people tend to have different devices to interact on the internet. And they interact differently. I've never had an issue with how this forum functions, so I don't understand how it can be the sole cause of other's disappointments. I don't post photos, though. BTW, I use a wireless mouse for my laptop, and not the pad thingy.
richhotrain Doughless Maybe the "ancient forum software" works better on the tradional laptop and not the faster-paced mobile devices? Nope. My laptop has more problems with the forum software than does my smartphone. Rich
Doughless Maybe the "ancient forum software" works better on the tradional laptop and not the faster-paced mobile devices?
Maybe the "ancient forum software" works better on the tradional laptop and not the faster-paced mobile devices?
Nope. My laptop has more problems with the forum software than does my smartphone.
My main point is that people tend to have different devices to interact on the internet. And they interact differently.
I've never had an issue with how this forum functions, so I don't understand how it can be the sole cause of other's disappointments. I don't post photos, though.
BTW, I use a wireless mouse for my laptop, and not the pad thingy.
- Douglas
York1 ATLANTIC CENTRAL Laptop? I can't use those things. Despite repeated attempts I have yet to master the mouse pad thingy. Try a wireless mouse. You can get one for less than $10, a small piece plugs into a USB slot, and the mouse works just like a desktop. I'm like you -- I don't like using the mouse pad built into the laptop.
ATLANTIC CENTRAL Laptop? I can't use those things. Despite repeated attempts I have yet to master the mouse pad thingy.
Try a wireless mouse. You can get one for less than $10, a small piece plugs into a USB slot, and the mouse works just like a desktop.
I'm like you -- I don't like using the mouse pad built into the laptop.
My wife has a laptop and a wireless mouse, I have a wireless mouse and wireless keyboard on my desktop. Laptop keyboards are uncomfortable to use. I don't have this need to be mobile when using a computer.
I have a tablet for use mainly while working, I am in construction, I do specialty remodeling and historic restoration work. I use the tablet for texting and internet access but don't use it much when home.
I have a smart phone, I only do texting or internet on it when I don't have my tablet with me. I vitually never use it for stuff like this forum.
ATLANTIC CENTRALLaptop? I can't use those things. Despite repeated attempts I have yet to master the mouse pad thingy.
York1 John
Laptop? I can't use those things. Despite repeated attempts I have yet to master the mouse pad thingy. I did finally talk to my IT guy and he recommened an ad blocker that is safe and easy to manage. So the forum is ok now on the desk top. The tablet and the phone, not so much.
I have yet to master the smart phone for much of anything, its screen and keyboard are too small, my eyes and fingers do not like it.
For example, would not know how, or would get lost and frustrated, to start to go to photobucket and get a picture to post while writing a reply on the phone or tablet. Jumping from screen to screen that I cannot see is something my brain just does not want to do.
NorthBritIt appears he is happy where he is.
-Matt
Returning to model railroading after 40 years and taking unconscionable liberties with the SP&S, Northern Pacific and Great Northern roads in the '40s and '50s.
I tried to contact him, but he hasn't answered.
It appears he is happy where he is.
David
To the world you are someone. To someone you are the world
I cannot afford the luxury of a negative thought
Southgate 2Does he still use his same forum name elsewhere?
Yep, same name, and logo, like it was in here. I haven't posted there in a while, I still lurk, like I do in here.
Mike.
My You Tube
the "where is" has taken over another forum like a storm. The forum name shall not be named. I guess MR considers the name like Voldemort on Harry Potter.
Rio Grande. The Action Road - Focus 1977-1983
A few ads don't really bother me.
I welcome spirited discussion and don't expect people to necessarily agree with me. However, I don't care for threads that degenerate into name-calling or personal squabbles on any forum (it occurs everywhere, not just occasionally here).
John
Doughlessthere are a lot of topics in all hobby forums that are simply too narrow, too specific, to capture my interest. If I don't have that specific problem, or product, or need for paint color, or that particular switch machine...etc. I pass right over the discussion.
Hi Douglas,
I'm on the forums every day, but I don't read most of the threads for precisely the same reasons that you don't. They just don't interest me. I'm perfectly happy to focus just on the threads that do.
I am a little disappointed that some major contributors have moved on, but that's the way life goes.
Cheers!!
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
Agree with doughless above about the forum.
Things pretty much work "well enough" for me. Never got the posting errors that others have complained about. Perhaps that's because I'm on a Mac and not windowz.
I usually check each day around 10.15-10.30pm. I've noticed that sometimes the site is down around this time -- wait a while and it comes back up. Not a big deal.
Only complaint is that if the forum software crashes on a Friday night, it might not be "revived" until Monday...!
For years now, my MR password has worked for the whole trains.com site, even though I wasn't technically logged into the entire major site. I could stil post everywhere. Today, I was prompted and did my update with PW, but was still required to re-log in here. I thought maybe the new PW would be required, but nope...only the old one suffices.
What was written doesn't seem questionable or anything like that. Everyone's pointing out constructive ways to improve the forum. This place is great for helpful advice and interesting commentary on things.
As Steve Otte said, the password reset for "trains.com" is not for the forum credentials.
Presumably we'll be prompted to change those (or sign in using them again) when the new forum package is ready (but we'll keep the current ones to access 'history' and old threads...)
I updated mine on the Kalmbach media site after getting a email and then the trains.com sites and no problems so far.
Jim
Speaking of changes to this forum, has anyone tried to update their password with the "new" system? Nothing works on changing or even viewing my profile, so I'm kind of hesitant. So far, I am still logged on. Fingers crossed.
It takes an iron man to play with a toy iron horse.
Well, you'd have to ask Kevin why he is no longer here. I do think the photograph thing matters to some.
Let me say something that might be a bit controversial.
I don't have any complaints about the forum format, technology, or how it works or is run. Why? Apparently, the stuff that others complain about not working are features that I have never used in the 15 years I've been here. I guess you can't miss what you never use.
Posting photos, PMs, logging in/out, other stuff; just doesn't impact how I use the forum. Which is to read and post comments, that's it.
The ads? Well, I get them when I read the forum on my mobile device. But I never post anything to any forum or internet site using a mobile device. I guess I just don't live that way. I only use my 10 year old desktop with a 15 inch screen to interact on the internet. I've never ever have an ad problem.
Maybe the ad makers are only interested in attacking the faster paced minds that need to do stuff right this minute, rather than me who deliberately waits to sit in a comfortable desk chair and look at a big 15 inch screen? Maybe the "ancient forum software" works better on the tradional laptop and not the faster-paced mobile devices?
Seems like these problems could be a lifestyle choice issue, and not really a forum software issue?
None of this stuff is reason why I don't come here as often. The reason is strictly because of content.
For that matter, there are a lot of topics in all hobby forums that are simply too narrow, too specific, to capture my interest. If I don't have that specific problem, or product, or need for paint color, or that particular switch machine...etc. I pass right over the discussion.
I guess after being in the hobby for so long, I know what I like, and have honed my tastes and skills to satisfy these likes...and so much other stuff that's talked about is really not that interesting.
Kevin is over at another forum. He posts probably 1/8th the frequency he did here. I guess people change attitudes over time, adjusting or not, adding things to their lives or not; and other avenues fill needs better.
gmpullman Santa_Fe_Kevin by Edmund, on Flickr Cheers, Ed
Santa_Fe_Kevin by Edmund, on Flickr
Cheers, Ed
thomas81z SeeYou190, I noticed he hasnt posted in a while he lives in my town , anyone know is ok or just taking a break
SeeYou190,
I noticed he hasnt posted in a while
he lives in my town , anyone know is ok or just taking a break
Can you not knock on his door?
CGW103 I use an ad blocker program.Works great
I use an ad blocker program.Works great
I've done the same. I resisted for a long time, but finally the constant bombardment of pop-ups made posting itself impossible.
Now, oddly, I still get a few ads, but they're mostly for young women's underwear. Why, I don’t know, but I'm glad they tell me the illustrated size is usually small. If they were showing G scale, I might just give up.
I too was bothered by constant ads, then downloaded an ad blocker and I haven't seen once since. I use an IPAD
It's the constant bombardment of ADs that drove me away for so long. It's "punishing" and totally cheapens the site and experience.
I do lurk because I owe people here so much for all the kindnesses and assistance they gave me over the years (and others) but if I wanted to be pummeled (ads) I'd play dodgeball !
Considering posting more here again after several years absent, but we'll see. I'm sure I'm not the only one who has been driven away by this. If the ads were hobby oriented I'd be more ok with it.
Differences in opinions, "strong" debates drive some posters away but there may be other factors for people bailing...
Raised on the Erie Lackawanna Mainline- Supt. of the Black River Transfer & Terminal R.R.
yes
Does he still use his same forum name elsewhere? Dan
MisterBeasley Seriously, things on this forum haven't been working for 10 years. I can't edit my own profile, or use the PM feature. I'm not holding my breath.
Seriously, things on this forum haven't been working for 10 years. I can't edit my own profile, or use the PM feature. I'm not holding my breath.
Yeah, the forum is a shadow of its former self. It seems laughable now to think that new forum software is in the works. That ain't ever gonna happen. Meanwhile, so many veteran members have left the forum for greener pastures, so to speak. It is a rather sad situation.