Rating-based discussion site for 2011: digg vs phpbb layout style?
Digg style definitely. It is much more easy to scan through the information and creates a lot less visual noise. It also provides … Read more
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Are ‘normal’ forums (phpBB, vBulletin) outdated? [closed]
It really depends on the purpose you’re trying to achieve. The StackExchange system is for a Q&A-style format while a forum is meant … Read more
Why do IRC (or other chat protocol) logs scroll up with time when forums usually scroll down with time?
This partly relates to the history of these media. Chatrooms date from the terminal days when everything scrolled from the bottom (because terminal … Read more
AJAX loading vs. “hardcoded” comments – is there any advantage of one above the other?
The goal of using AJAX for content should be to enhance the user experience, not to make the user experience depend on it. … Read more
Best practice for messaging system (microblog) using a “n-tier” model
My understanding of this is that the original uppermost content becomes the anchor of the interaction. Everything below it is a reply. To … Read more
Is adding a discussion forum to a an eshop a good idea?
Doesn’t necessary, but could be very useful I find it useful for customer support. Indeed, discussion is needed when site support is weak … Read more
Should new content be added ABOVE or BELOW the actual content?
I think the other answers are misinterpreting the question as ‘where should new posts be placed’. I believe the question is about editing … Read more
what’s the downside of too many forum threads?
I like to participate in a general forum, so actually this is just my 2 cents… By the way, usually, before forum goes … Read more
What are the latest Concepts in Forum/Conversation UX Designs? [closed]
What are the latest Concepts in Forum/Conversation UX Designs? [closed]
Should a customer/product support forum display the name of the asker?
I think Philtune’s comment hit it right on the dot. I don’t believe most people would want, or care, if their name was … Read more
