it's because after a while everything AROUND the old software gets updated and it begins to not work as well as it once did, so it has to be replaced.
Audiokarma is being reborn - Vbulletin upgrade
- Thread starter Wardsweb
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it's because after a while everything AROUND the old software gets updated and it begins to not work as well as it once did, so it has to be replaced.
Many of us have not been forced to surf porn sites for two days straight. It could permanently damage some people. Does your liability insurance cover that. :scratch2: May the converion run smoothly. :thmbsp:
tyeeslayer
Super Member
I envision a vintage vs modern software thread being born.
Hope it won't take longer then the allotted time
skriefal
Super Member
Forum upgrades almost always take longer than expected. Here's to Audiokarma going against the grain...
As Wardsweb said a few pages ago, you don't get to see the hacks, patches, and McGyver-esque fixes that keep this place going. The fact that you don't is a testament to the genius and work ethic of that man. How about we let him decide whether this site is fine or not?
As for the situation in general, I'm looking forward to a weekend off.
+48V
hi-fi or die
Please note the very simple and prudent answer.
Dude, despite how it appears things are working just swimmingly for you on the front end, there's a great deal of "unneeded" maintenance and policing done on the back end to keep up that appearance with the current dated version of VB.
They're not doing this simply for cosmetic reasons mate. The mission here is to seal up some known security holes/hassles and make the administrative chores much easier. Just another leg up thwarting the innumerable number of spambots is reason alone. But, you never see or have to deal with this--hence you have no idea and speak flippantly.
Relax man, after a few bumps no one will have died and it'll all be just fine.
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+48V
hi-fi or die
As Wardsweb said a few pages ago, you don't get to see the hacks, patches, and McGyver-esque fixes that keep this place going. The fact that you don't is a testament to the genius and work ethic of that man. How about we let him decide whether this site is fine or not?
As for the situation in general, I'm looking forward to a weekend off.
:thmbsp: On point and more succinctly said than what I was typing as you posted.
could be a whole lot more AK'ers out this weekend if they're offline.
So he'll have to work doubletime to get back on top. Say by the end of the year?
Do you think we should come back to AK gradually, say over a few days to a week, while stuff is being sorted out operationally? I mean, if everyone who's been off and jonesing, then all came back on on the first day, we might be stressing and overwhelming the system.
Maybe we need an odd-even birthday alignment for a day or two or longer to give the site a chance to breath?
Whatever happens, thanks so much to the admins, site maintainers, and hosting services, plus the mods for all you do to keep AK running so transparently well.
jhtstone
StarShine 10/23/2014
As a suggestion to Wardsweb...
I am in the camp of thinking that AK is very nice just like it is. I especially like the easy layout and change will be difficult. However, I know enough about IT to understand the change and why, and am in full support.
There likely will be a rush of users once AK is back online. If the changes are dramatic, the crush can be even more consuming of resources.
A controlled user entry plan may be appropriate. A well designed introductory thread, with basic user information and site map would also make the transition easier for the users. A basic write-up on visual settings and User CP alterations will help to stem the inevitable questions that will arise.
Best wishes for a smooth upgrade and a heartfelt thank-you for all of the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making AK the best place on the web. :thmbsp:
I am in the camp of thinking that AK is very nice just like it is. I especially like the easy layout and change will be difficult. However, I know enough about IT to understand the change and why, and am in full support.
There likely will be a rush of users once AK is back online. If the changes are dramatic, the crush can be even more consuming of resources.
A controlled user entry plan may be appropriate. A well designed introductory thread, with basic user information and site map would also make the transition easier for the users. A basic write-up on visual settings and User CP alterations will help to stem the inevitable questions that will arise.
Best wishes for a smooth upgrade and a heartfelt thank-you for all of the behind-the-scenes work that goes into making AK the best place on the web. :thmbsp:
I just got a vision of hordes of pasty old guys wandering around asking strangers " MODERN OR VINTAGE , MODERN OR VINTAGE !?!?! "
sqlsavior
Lunatic Member
I was joking. :sigh:
To paraphrase an old saying:
On the internet, a wink is as good as a nod to a blind horse.
:yes:
"The only constant is change. When you're done changing, you're done."
Thank you to all the folks that keep this ship afloat. Most of us users haven't a clue as to what it takes or what you have to deal with on a daily basis. If you say we need an upgrade, that's good enough for me.
Coincidence that we're "springing ahead" on the 8th?
Thank you to all the folks that keep this ship afloat. Most of us users haven't a clue as to what it takes or what you have to deal with on a daily basis. If you say we need an upgrade, that's good enough for me.
Coincidence that we're "springing ahead" on the 8th?
mr_fred
Veloist
+1 :thmbsp::thmbsp:
I just have one question.
Does this mean I'll have to buy The White Album again?
NickDanger55
Dancing Madly Backwards in PA
Though I am going thru some withdrawals already, I'm sure the result will be great. And the fact that there are thousands of members on AK and you are only losing one? That works for me 
Hiya,
Well to be fair .. quite a few non subscribers (I would argue the majority) are of great benefit to AK as far as helping others.
Frannie
Well to be fair .. quite a few non subscribers (I would argue the majority) are of great benefit to AK as far as helping others.
Frannie