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I'm an infrequent visitor here, and not one of the "old timers" or "originals." It wouldn't ruin my day if this board disappears, and I doubt I would be missed. I can deal with an occasional pop-up ad. I visit other boards and contribute to them as well.
Pop-up ads are a fact of life, unless the host is willing to pay for their omission. Maybe the host has moved on, and is unwilling to continue hosting this board? I see guys offering to "chip in" the cost of getting rid of the pop-ups. That becomes a PITA for the person who has to collect that money, and it's only half of the battle. It still takes time on the part of the host to moderate the board. Maybe Jeff has other priorties and interests (very likely), and just isn't into it anymore. He's leaving it to wither on the vine.
I don't understand why some people seem to get so enraged about a few pop-up ads. Afterall, this board is free. Larry Lorance is always promoting his free website and message board, yet very few people take advantage of it.
I don't see anyone offering to take the ATEV board off of Jeff's hands, which may ultimatley be the long term solution. I'm not "The One," since I don't have the requisite knowledge to run a website. Peace.
Yes, every so ofthen the " subscription" runs out and the nasty pop ups re-appear. ONce removed everyone can return to their normal level of crankiness.
Jeff,
I'll echo the thank you. I'm a little short of cash right now or I would kick in some for the subscription. Maybe next time you need help I can step up.
I've been using Proxomitron as my fav pop-up/flash/etc. ad killer, and then some, for the past 2 years. Pure functionality and no corporate bloatware and marketing gimmicks of any kind.
http://proxomitron.info/
For those who use it or are planning to use it, here are the links to be added to the AdList kill filter:
www.psvusa.com/ -> kills the ALF background
assets.bravenet.com/* -> kills pop-ups
mercury.bravenet.com/* -> kills ads at the top