Understanding the cost of a FREE forum and what YOU can do to help us and yourself

[DLD]

Since [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]Matters of Size[/words] forum does not ask for donations I end up paying for this wonderful forum out of my pocket each month. Server costs and bandwidth issues make this an expensive forum. Since we take no donations I am sure you are wondering how YOU CAN HELP...The best way you can help [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] free forums and yourself is by becoming a member of the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]Matters of Size[/words] Site at www.mattersofsize.com. The proceeds from joins at the main site fund this free forum. We would also like to purchase our own server in the near future so we will be using funds from the paysite for this. The wonderful thing about supporting [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] forums this way is that you also benefit by gaining access to the worlds best penis enlargement site. If you can help please do.

If you feel a donate button is more appropriate please say so.

Any other ideas will be very appreciated.

 

[dyslexic_smile]

I'd be willing to host a mirror of the site on my home PC here, but realize that the complexity of setting that up probably wouldn't be worth it. As in, all database entries on the one server would have to propagate over to the other server in real-time, and if there were transmission errors at any point, things would surely get fouled up. So basically, there would be missing posts on both servers, which wouldn't be good.

I'm sure an error-free way to do it could be done, but it is most likely beyond my technical know-how. Also, doing something like that is probably asking for security issues.


Anyways, not sure why I posted all of this. I guess my idea sounds like a good idea until one actually goes about implementing it (or even thinking about implementing it). If I come up with any feasible ideas for anything (server or money-wise) in the meantime, I'll let you know.

 

[brennaja]

In addition to being a paysite member, I would donate more money if I had some more. Here's the deal though--if I become a pornstar as a result of DLD's program he'll get a 5% cut per inch gained.

 

[DLD]

One huge money saver would be our own server so I think this will be the first priority. I need to find out from JAZ exactly what we need and how much it will cost. Although this is very expensive it will pay for itself inside 6 months if the cost is around $1500.

 

[brennaja]

How many paysite members do we have?

 

[stillwantmore]

Originally posted by doublelongdaddy
One huge money saver would be our own server so I think this will be the first priority. I need to find out from JAZ exactly what we need and how much it will cost. Although this is very expensive it will pay for itself inside 6 months if the cost is around $1500.

You mean less $$ than it took on Th*nd3rs Pl@ce??

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by brennaja
How many paysite members do we have?

I am not entirely sure. I know we suffered a huge loss in funds when Globill our billing company went belly up with much of the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] funds. We are now using iBill who seems to be a much more stable company. Again with any billing company they hold back funds for 6 weeks until we see any money. This hit from Globill and waiting for additional funds from iBill has left me in a situation where I pay most expenses out of pocket.

Originally posted by stillwantmore
You mean less $$ than it took on Th*nd3rs Pl@ce??

I am not sure. I assume a server would cost about this much from what I have priced online. I have no idea about tech stuff so the real cost would have to be depermined by JAZ. How much did Th*nd3rs raise in the end?

 

[stillwantmore]

Almost enough to buy a NEW Daiwoo. (Korean made car brand) LOL , something like $3K? It was over $2,000

 

[BigRig]

I think a donate button would be ideal. That way all us members could donate more if we have the extra cash layin around.

 

[Godsize]

I wouldn't mind a "donate" button. At least then it'll be there when I'm in a better situation financially.

 

[rain]

DLD,

Sorry to hear about that company going under and taking your funds with it...

I'm struggling stay afloat and keep this house.

Today, the belt on my car was torn to shreds. Bought a new one at $20.00, but it kept sliding off. Now that one is gone as well. So, it's back into the shop... Last month, I dropped 350 into it...

Damn, I'll never buy another Ford car again... A Ford truck, maybe... Had good luck with a Ford truck... Cars, twice now nothing but troubles...

I'm hoping before the end of the year to become a paying member...

rain...

 

[penguinsfan]

I too would encourage anyone who can to join [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words]. It is $50 well-spent. DLD has helped many people and, to be fair, he should be able to enjoy a few bucks off of his labors, let alone managing to pay for this public board.

 

[DLD]

I'll talk to JAZ about a donate button. Thanks for all your feedback. Just do what you can do that is all I ask.

 

[teoman]

Hey DLD, your iBill system doesn't accept any of my credit cards ( cards from Turkish banks which are internationally accepted Visa's and MasterCards), but it is inteersting that I bought many bodybuilding supplements from some US websites using the same cards. If you can help me on this, I am ready to be a [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] member.

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by teoman
Hey DLD, your iBill system doesn't accept any of my credit cards ( cards from Turkish banks which are internationally accepted Visa's and MasterCards), but it is inteersting that I bought many bodybuilding supplements from some US websites using the same cards. If you can help me on this, I am ready to be a [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] member.

Hmmm, have you tried the PayPal option?

 

[teoman]

Ok, I will try Paypal also and if it doesn't accept my cards again, I will PM you.

 

[REDZULU2003]

Heres my bit:

Get a Donation button for sure.
Also dont buy a server if ya can, search for a pirate copy on say Kazaa or other p2p sourcse, type in the server program ya want, I have found Microsofts Servers many times and they are over £2000 to purchase.

Its illegal but cheap.
DLD if you need any advice on this issue than PM me I may be able to help or find a legal cheaper server that can help you.

 

[dyslexic_smile]

Red,

He's referring to a hardware server, not server software to run on the server. And this hardware will indeed cost money. According to my check of the server headers, the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] server is running Apache webserver, along with MySQL database server, PHP, Penis EnlargementRL, etc. All of this software is free and legal, as is as the actual operating system running on the server (Redhat Linux).

So actually no cost will be incurred from the software. DLD is referring to the fact that as more and more people join [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] and the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] forums, eventually the current server won't be able to handle the load. Issues like having a good processor (or a few) and large amounts of RAM are the factors to consider. Also, RAID arrays are generally good to have, if redundancy is an issue.

The other issue is bandwidth, whose price always goes up as you want more of it. So basically, a better server and more bandwidth is what will be needed, and this probably won't be cheap.

- d_s

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by dyslexic_smile
Red,

He's referring to a hardware server, not server software to run on the server. And this hardware will indeed cost money. According to my check of the server headers, the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] server is running Apache webserver, along with MySQL database server, PHP, Penis EnlargementRL, etc. All of this software is free and legal, as is as the actual operating system running on the server (Redhat Linux).

So actually no cost will be incurred from the software. DLD is referring to the fact that as more and more people join [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] and the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] forums, eventually the current server won't be able to handle the load. Issues like having a good processor (or a few) and large amounts of RAM are the factors to consider. Also, RAID arrays are generally good to have, if redundancy is an issue.

The other issue is bandwidth, whose price always goes up as you want more of it. So basically, a better server and more bandwidth is what will be needed, and this probably won't be cheap.

- d_s

You took the words out of my mouth (only yours sounded smarter)

-Any other suggestions are very appreciated. I still have not talked to JAZ about the Donate button but I will hopefully today. I always enjoyed having the FORUM SUPPORTER below my name on other forums so maybe this is a wise way to proceed..

 

[pUNKY]

There no harm in gettin a donate button, i will throw in some cash time to time.

 

[Priapos]

Don´t ask DLD what he can do for you but instead ask what you can do for DLD.

Priapos

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by Priapos
Don´t ask DLD what he can do for you but instead ask what you can do for DLD.

Priapos

 

[DLD]

JAZ just got the donate button up. I think if you make a donation it will show under your user name and a forum supporter

Thanks JAZ

 

[ItsElectric]

Will have Paypal sometime soon.

-ItsElectric

 

[dyslexic_smile]

K, cool. I just donated. Not sure how you guys will know it's me, but I guess I'll forward my transaction ID along to Jaz or something.

Keep up the good work.


- d_S

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by dyslexic_smile
K, cool. I just donated. Not sure how you guys will know it's me, but I guess I'll forward my transaction ID along to Jaz or something.

Keep up the good work.


- d_S

DS you will go down in history as the first supporter of [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] Free Forums. You are an honorable member and a dear friend. I need to get JAZ to impliment the donation tags under the user names.

 

[dyslexic_smile]

DLD, thanks for the kind words. I figured since I had a bit of loose change lying around, I would put it towards something worthwhile, instead of wasting it on something like a handjob from a Vietnamese prostitute. I mean, the handjob may feel good at the time, but after it's done, it's gone. [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] on the other hand, is here to stay.

Righto, so back to the donation part.

I think that if someone can give money, then that is cool. If a person can't afford to or doesn't choose to, then that is cool too. It all boils down to the fact that the forum isn't a forum without the people, and each person can contribute in his own way.

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by dyslexic_smile
I think that if someone can give money, then that is cool. If a person can't afford to or doesn't choose to, then that is cool too. It all boils down to the fact that the forum isn't a forum without the people, and each person can contribute in his own way.

I agree.

JAZ Nice work on the support tags!

 

[Gardenier90]

*cough* I am a member of [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MoS[/words] *cough*

Now gimme my damn stripes

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by Gardenier90
*cough* I am a member of [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MoS[/words] *cough*

Now gimme my damn stripes

Gardenier, I decided to just credit the donations. It would be too hard to keep up with [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] members too.

 

[pUNKY]

How much of a donation would make a difference DLD, i mean is there a minimum?

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by pUNKY
How much of a donation would make a difference DLD, i mean is there a minimum?

Everything helps.

 

[Lightning]

Thanks All!!!

 

[stillwantmore]

I would have gone with the prostitute. I'll donate as soon as I can...I'm in "broke student" status right now.

 

[Gardenier90]

Why don't you donate your postitute?

 

[ctmwm]

I sold some crap on Ebay and Figured I could peel off a few for my Bud DLD! Hang tight DLD better days are on their way!!

"Paypal" the best way to hide cash from the little lady!!

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by ctmwm
I sold some crap on Ebay and Figured I could peel off a few for my Bud DLD! Hang tight DLD better days are on their way!!

"Paypal" the best way to hide cash from the little lady!!

Thanks my man! I just gave you your stripes

 

[hitcock]

Unfortunately, I joined a pay site before finding you DLD. Expended my cash for the time being. But I already recognize what you are doing for all of us and WILL join your pay site as soon as money allows. Hey I have a B-Day in a couple days, maybe I'll ask the wife for a membership.

Besides, who wouldn't want to see more of that gorgeous lady of yours????

I will join just as soon as I can. Thank you for this GREAT forum!!!

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by hitcock
Unfortunately, I joined a pay site before finding you DLD. Expended my cash for the time being. But I already recognize what you are doing for all of us and WILL join your pay site as soon as money allows. Hey I have a B-Day in a couple days, maybe I'll ask the wife for a membership.

Besides, who wouldn't want to see more of that gorgeous lady of yours????

I will join just as soon as I can. Thank you for this GREAT forum!!!

It's you guys who make this forum great. I appeciate everyone of our active members and how their efforts make this a great Penis Enlargement forum.

 

[ctmwm]

Well DLD Thanks Big time. What I'm going to do is donate a little frequently throughout the year instead of all at once.

The paypal option is GREAT!!! its so dam easy! Way to go! Thanks for making it easy for us!!

Originally posted by doublelongdaddy
Thanks my man! I just gave you your stripes

 

[DLD]

Originally posted by ctmwm
Well DLD Thanks Big time. What I'm going to do is donate a little frequently throughout the year instead of all at once.

The paypal option is GREAT!!! its so dam easy! Way to go! Thanks for making it easy for us!!

ctmwm, the donations really go to help make [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MoS[/words] a better board. With the donations it will allow us to have more options, our own server, more upploading options with no fear of bandwidth. I am hoping to see allot of members with their stripes!

 

[penguinsfan]

Originally posted by hitcock
Hey I have a B-Day in a couple days, maybe I'll ask the wife for a membership.

Sounds like a gift to her. Maybe you can still get a sweater out of the deal on top of the membership.

 

[DLD]

Stillwantmore has joined the ranks of the few the proud the STRIPenis EnlargementD...Thanks Still, your donation will go to good use.

 

[stillwantmore]

Hey it's no thing. Now that I'm back in the waste disposal business, I'll try and make it a regular habit. (You have to watch the Sopranos to get that)

 

[huge-girth]

Since [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]Matters of Size[/words] forum does not ask for donations I end up paying for this wonderful forum out of my pocket each month. Server costs and bandwidth issues make this an expensive forum. Since we take no donations I am sure you are wondering how YOU CAN HELP...The best way you can help [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] free forums and yourself is by becoming a member of the [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]Matters of Size[/words] Site at Penis Enlargement and Penis Health Information The proceeds from joins at the main site fund this free forum. We would also like to purchase our own server in the near future so we will be using funds from the paysite for this. The wonderful thing about supporting [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] forums this way is that you also benefit by gaining access to the worlds best penis enlargement site. If you can help please do.

If you feel a donate button is more appropriate please say so.

Any other ideas will be very appreciated.

I'm sure we now have means of donating to [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words]. Everyone who came to this forum and made gains always have this guilt feeling of donating to the forum. There is no way you are going to make good gains here on [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] and then forget about the forum, no way. You did come back to the forum. We are a brotherhood.

 

[DLD]

I'm sure we now have means of donating to [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words]. Everyone who came to this forum and made gains always have this guilt feeling of donating to the forum. There is no way you are going to make good gains here on [words=http://www.mattersofsize.com/join-now.html]MOS[/words] and then forget about the forum, no way. You did come back to the forum. We are a brotherhood.

Donations helped us through tough times and I so appreciate the help we were given in the past. Today we do not need the donations more than we need activity. Activity does a better job than donations.