[ms] · Est. May 2002
One durable person. One social graph. Many communities—and every way people speak, share, listen, write, gather and remember.
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[QUOTE=Kamal;1197166]I've setup a hideous makeshift donate / subscribe button. Feel free to use it. I'll make it a little prettier in the days ahead.[/QUOTE] Would be great of you could get the direct debit up and running. Paypal costs we internationals as well , their exchange is awful and I can't find a gift option on your donation. The less cost we all get, the more you get. :)
Good luck with all this. :)
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A tenner on its way.
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MS was great, i met a lot of people on here in person over the years. How about any sponsor ideas?
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Thanks so much you three, I'm officially speechless looking at the support for the site. I thought us oldies were all on the way out but I guess never say never.
Di - I will see what I can do, though PP is the only way so far :(
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[QUOTE=DIDI;1197187]Would be great of you could get the direct debit up and running. Paypal costs we internationals as well , their exchange is awful and I can't find a gift option on your donation. The less cost we all get, the more you get. :)
Good luck with all this. :)[/QUOTE]
How would a direct debit from an Ausse bank account work though, wouldn't it cost some kinda transactional fee too?
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[QUOTE=Kamal;1197191]Thanks so much you three, I'm officially speechless looking at the support for the site. I thought us oldies were all on the way out but I guess never say never.
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I have a thought, would it be helpful to have a "counter" so we know when funds are low or how much is needed?
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[QUOTE=feather;1197197]How would a direct debit from an Ausse bank account work though, wouldn't it cost some kinda transactional fee too?[/QUOTE] International fees are less than Paypal charges. But, without the gift option Kamal will have to pay Paypal as well . Both are still small amounts, but I would rather we had it than Paypal. Every little bit counts. :)
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I did the 5/month for now.. will try to up in the summer : )
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[QUOTE=feather;1197198]I have a thought, would it be helpful to have a "counter" so we know when funds are low or how much is needed?[/QUOTE]
That would be a paypal plugin, I can see what I need to add here. Heck I'm even motivated to bring on vB 5.0 now, I just fear the damn site will turn white because the templates are completely different and the existing one won't import.
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[QUOTE=Kamal;1197213]That would be a paypal plugin, I can see what I need to add here. Heck I'm even motivated to bring on vB 5.0 now, I just fear the damn site will turn white because the templates are completely different and the existing one won't import.[/QUOTE]
seriously though kamal if i could ask of anything i'd ask you to do something with the security here... it's bad as it stands
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[QUOTE=Kamal;1197213]That would be a paypal plugin, I can see what I need to add here. Heck I'm even motivated to bring on vB 5.0 now, I just fear the damn site will turn white because the templates are completely different and the existing one won't import.[/QUOTE]
I wanted to suggest a software update too but thought it might be better to see if we survive :lol:
I remember you talked about upgrading before but I think we were reluctant because the existing aesthetics won't transfer to new software? Might inject new life into the board with a software update though.
Or even possibly moving to the more modern forum softwares we mentioned in this thread if we'll eventually face the downsizing issue again?
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[QUOTE=thebanned1;1197228]seriously though kamal if i could ask of anything i'd ask you to do something with the security here... it's bad as it stands[/QUOTE]
It's as secure as the forum will allow it, what else you got in mind?
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[QUOTE=Kamal;1197257]It's as secure as the forum will allow it, what else you got in mind?[/QUOTE]
SSL ?
does that cost extra ?
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Will be really sad if this place falls, one of the few quality site to get quality music. I have spent a lot of time here and I feel comfortable I dont know where I will go, I hope the best.
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[QUOTE=unkle;1197390]Will be really sad if this place falls, one of the few quality site to get quality music. I have spent a lot of time here and I feel comfortable I dont know where I will go, I hope the best.[/QUOTE]
I've met some people from here @ Diggers nights and they've all been lovely. I just subscribed to the site, I hope is here for a long time.
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Sad to see this thread :( It seems one like this pops up every few years and I totally understand why, but still hate to see them. Kamal I can't even express my thanks for you footing the bill to keep this place running for what? nearly 20 years now?
Unfortunately, I'm not able to help too much financially, although I'm sure I can swing a few bucks each month. However, I'm always available and willing to create some graphics, banners, etc. to keep the place looking branded and fresh.
If we can keep this place alive, I would love it. I visit this site several times a day, it's my first stop for my morning browse :) Whatever I can do to help, please let me know.
As far as reducing the overall size of the forums/threads, lets at least get rid of the politics sections. Whew that place is full of some hateful talk we could surely do without.
If reducing the amount of forums would reduce costs, I say GYY with a few stickies, Music, and not much else is needed. IMO
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Just managing to get back to this thread properly.
is donating every month the best way to keep this place going then?
if so, whats the target needed?
If all the members of [ms] donate every month then it'll be the most well off message board in the world :lol:
great to see so many of us want it to live on 8)
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Yeah are we healthy?
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I'll look into it, maybe this weekend I'll update the forum, make it white again like it used to be, then add some plugins for donation etc. and where we stand, looks like we have in place at least for the next 4 months so we should be good to go. I will investigate cheaper servers meanwhile and move there.
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I love the black, although it was initially a shock once we switched after the crash, It really is easier on the eyes....
As far as the donations go, if you sign up what is the duration? I know its a monthly donation but how long is that subscription per month last, one year?
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Until you cancel it through your paypal, I can't control it at my end.
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Another 4 months, oh yeah baby !! Next goal to get to '18 huh ??
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[QUOTE=chuckc;1197506]I love the black, although it was initially a shock once we switched after the crash, It really is easier on the eyes....
As far as the donations go, if you sign up what is the duration? I know its a monthly donation but how long is that subscription per month last, one year?[/QUOTE] When you sign up for a reoccurring payment on Paypal, they tell you how you can cancel, and it is immediate, that is one area where they are really good.
I like the black. :)
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Been reading the comments, and many responses seem to suggest ways to keep it alive. Obviously means it's still a special place, not only for sentimental reasons but because of the sets, sharing and listening. I'm happy to contribute $$ too. I think most people are.
This web site is a bit like air conditioning .. When you have it, you don't notice it, but when it's turned off you suffer! Even if MS as we know it dies, I welcome the next reiteration. And Kamal and Co., who started/supported this for many years, you guys deserve massive respect and kudos for your generosity and effort!
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I totally understand about this. I know at one time there used to be a MS Facebook group, but I never really went to it. If you need to, it's your thing. Could always just start up those fundraising places.
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I have been laying in the weeds on this site for many years not contributing a whole hell of a lot. However, I have many fond memories of crossing paths with many of you on this thread. I'll always be thankful for the efforts of the admins, mods and of course Tom for his diligence on MCast. I'll never forget having my mix aired on the first ever Mercurysessions show all those years back. In short I can't thank you all enough for contributions and hard work that have made this a very special place on the interwebz and in my heart. To think this was just an Audiogalaxy group way back in the early 2000s!
Long live [ms]
And if it's any help I just signed up for a $5/month donation.
Cheers everyone!
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One more voice saying I'd hate to see this place go. I pop in maybe 5 times a year these days, but it makes me smile to still see all the familiar faces. I couldn't tell you the last time I downloaded a set, so if that part has to go, I'd be okay with it, as it's the people the bring me back. Happy to donate from time to time as needed, just let us know what's needed.