Why is the forum always down?

[3arod13]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Hello Everyone,

The site outages have been due to some issues with the server. When there are problems we work as quickly as possible to get the site up for everyone's benefit. We are also looking at trying to do a migration that might help but it requires quite a bit of preparation to make sure the site maintains its integrity.

I apologize when the site does go down and we will continue to do everything we can to provide this free service to collectors.

Sincerely,
Chris

"I apologize when the site does go down and we will continue to do everything we can to provide this FREE SERVICE to collectors."

Not sure if it was the intent to make a point and throw a jab back at those who commented, but if so, not nice! It's how I read it.

You could have easily just said "I apologize when the site goes down and we will continue to do everything we can to keep it up."

[EurekaDave]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

I'm with Chris Cavalier on this one.. He does what he can and the ervice is free. I have learned much from forum members.

But people are forgetting some things:
1: This forum is not an entitlement. If it's down, it's down. Go out and watch a sunset or something...
2: It seems more acceptable now more than ever to be rude. I've written many posts and get "ripped a new one" because of it.

I love this forum -- and check it about every hour. I love learning stuff and hearing from knowledgable people. I don't like reading things from people who have a p___ poor attitude about life in general.

My recommendation -- thank Chris Cavalier for all his hard work and for God's sake chillax.

Dave Silverbrand

[ChrisCavalier]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Thank you Dave for your comments.

Tony, please note that was not intended as a "jab" at anyone. It's just that the migration process right now would be a bit time consuming for some technical reasons and require some resources to make it happen. We are sincerely trying to do everything we can to keep the site available to everyone so it can benefit those who use it. Although I wanted to provide some additional perspective on what is happening on the back end, I apologize if it came across in any other way. In the end, you are correct, we will continue to do everything we can to keep the site up for collectors.

Sincerely,
Chris

[3arod13]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Thank you Dave for your comments.

Tony, please note that was not intended as a "jab" at anyone. It's just that the migration process right now would be a bit time consuming for some technical reasons and require some resources to make it happen. We are sincerely trying to do everything we can to keep the site available to everyone so it can benefit those who use it. Although I wanted to provide some additional perspective on what is happening on the back end, I apologize if it came across in any other way. In the end, you are correct, we will continue to do everything we can to keep the site up for collectors.

Sincerely,
Chris

Chris, understand. I think there's just a lot of frustration for many. Thanks!

[tom1315]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Chris, I truly appreciate what you do and how hard you work to keep the site operational. I have made friends and learned so much on here so please accept a "THANK YOU" for what you have built and keep it going!

Tom

Go Pack! NC State 1981 graduate

[Dach0sen0ne]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Thank you Dave for your comments.

Tony, please note that was not intended as a "jab" at anyone. It's just that the migration process right now would be a bit time consuming for some technical reasons and require some resources to make it happen. We are sincerely trying to do everything we can to keep the site available to everyone so it can benefit those who use it. Although I wanted to provide some additional perspective on what is happening on the back end, I apologize if it came across in any other way. In the end, you are correct, we will continue to do everything we can to keep the site up for collectors.

Sincerely,
Chris

Chris,

I'd be willing to help out getting new members screened/activated for the forum. I've been contacted by a number of people regarding membership just because I have my email address available in my signature and I bet I'm not the only one. Just throwing it out there.

[HawaiiSportsNut]

Re: Why is the forum always down?


Hi Chris

First of all I would like to thank you for providing this site for all of us to enjoy.

If you need another moderator, I would be more than willing to help. Being that I live in Hawaii, there is a 3-6 hour difference from the west coast to the east coast. The advantage is that I can watch out for any unwarranted posting untill a later hour from a mainland moderator.
Please feel free to email me if you would like me to help you in anyway with the GUU site. My email is as follows, guppies@guppies4me.com

Thanks,
Rick

[Shipp_96]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Déjà vu ?

[jake33]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Here we go again, .... again.

[xpress34]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

It seems to be a Sunday-Monday and into Tuesday thing as of late...

[yanks12025]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

It seems to be a Sunday-Monday and into Tuesday thing as of late...

Next week add Wednesday to the list and then week after will be till Thursday.

[cliffjmp33]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Just a thought, but would it be worth it for a Moderator to create a social media account (Twitter/Facebook/Etc.) to let folks know there are technical issues? I know not everyone uses them, but just an idea to use a free resource.

[UTeric3232]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Just start charging $5 per member per month to use the site and hire someone to maintenance the site.

Then the site is good, and it weeds out all the people who dont really want to be here, and the ones who like to complain.

[kellsox]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Charge 5 and this place will be a ghost town. Be thankful that this forum is a " free" service.

[UTeric3232]

Re: Why is the forum always down?

Be thankful that this forum is a " free" service.

My point exactly...