MESSAGE BOARD FAQs
Below is a list of freqently asked questions about the message boards and answers for the questions.
Can I use HTML tags anywhere in my posts?
You may use HTML tags within the body of your message so long as it doesn't create an undesirable appearance or interfer with the functionality of the page. The use of HTML will allow you to place links, mirror pictures from external sources or edit the appearance of your message.
HTML tags are not allowed in the subject or e-mail fields. Inappropriate use of HTML may result in your message being removed. Please consult the Usage Policy for further details.
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Can I use Java or Javascript in my posts?
The use of Java or Javascript or any scripting launguage in a post is not permitted. Use of any scripting language will result in your message being removed and your account may be blocked. Java and Javascript can be annoying, may be incompatible with some Internet browsers and can cause unnecessary crashes or freezes.
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Why did my message not show up on the message board index?
Your message may not have shown up because your browser loaded the message board index from the broswer cache on your computer. To speed the loading of pages most browsers use a feature called a cache, which stores pages and images on your local hard disk.
To view your message you should attempt to reload the message board index and then your message should appear.
If that was not the case then your message might have contained inappropriate language. Foul language is automatically blocked by the message board software and posts containing it will be deleted.
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How often are old messages removed from the message boards?
Our message boards use a database to store the messages. Messages are kept in the database so long as it does not affect the performance of the message board.
For performance reasons only the past 1,000 messages in the database may be displayed on the message board index. The remaining can be found by using the search function. You can search using keywords, phrases or enter a username to find a message.
You may adjust the number of messages shown on the message board index by setting your "Options". A link to the Options at the top of the message board index will allow you to set-up how many messages to show, the sort order and to message board index layout style.
For more information on Options read the How-To Help.
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How can I access old messages or archives of the message boards?
We do not offer archives for the message boards. Messages that have been removed from the database are no longer available. Otherwise, all messages in the database may be found through search.
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Are the message boards moderated?
Absolutely! The message boards are moderated and monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To report abuse and violations of our Usage Policy, please Contact Us by e-mail.
Please include the forum name, message title, message number if possible or a link to the offending message in your e-mail.
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How do I report abuse that I find on the message boards?
To report abuse, please Contact Us by e-mail.
Please include the forum name, message title, message number if possible or a link to the offending message in your e-mail. We follow-up on all conerns and messages found to be in violation of the Usage Policy may be removed.
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How do I report problems with the discussion forums?
If you experience a technical problem with the Discussion Forums please Contact Us. Include a detailed explanation of the problem, type and version of the Internet browser you use and the type of computer platform used (Macintosh, PC, or Unix).
If your problem is specific to an individual message, please include the message board name, subject and message number.
The sooner you report the issue, the sooner we will try to resolve it.
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