One must log-in before they can view a multiple-page thread?

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Users are currently unable to view multiple pages of forum threads without logging in, which has caused inconvenience for those who prefer to browse without signing in. This change may be a result of recent server issues or an intentional feature aimed at increasing registrations. Some users express frustration over the inability to link others to discussions, which could discourage new registrations. There is a log out option available for users concerned about privacy after logging in. Overall, the discussion highlights a mix of technical glitches and user preferences regarding forum access.
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I suddenly came across this issue. I know for sure that I used to be able to click on a multiple-page thread and view it. But I can't now. I can view the first page of the thread, but not the second or the third, and so on...
It's not very convenient, IMHO, as I usually wandering through all the boards on the forums before signing-in.
Is it a new feature, or is the forums misbehaving?
And does anyone experience the same thing?
Thanks,
 
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I, too, am experiencing the same thing, and I, too, prefer sometimes to lurk, i.e., not to have to log in.

Regards,
George
 
Thanks for the heads up!

We've been having some glitches since the server move last week. Greg or chroot will look into it as soon as they're able.
 
It's actually something I've been playing with as a way to increase registrations and logins. Booo lurking :wink:
 
But you may shoot yourself in the foot as it is no longer possible to link others to discussions here, which also may have tempted them to register.

Just an observation.
 
Andre said:
But you may shoot yourself in the foot as it is no longer possible to link others to discussions here, which also may have tempted them to register.

Just an observation.

Visitors can read/link the first page of discussions, I figure that would wet their apetite enough.
 
Suppose someone has previously logged in. How do they ensure without having to quit their browser that their name doesn't appear during subsequent visits? I see no log out button and I think in the interests of privacy that you should at the very least provide one.
 
Now we just need some eye-catching titles for threads! :cool:
 
josh1 said:
Suppose someone has previously logged in. How do they ensure without having to quit their browser that their name doesn't appear during subsequent visits? I see no log out button and I think in the interests of privacy that you should at the very least provide one.

There is a log out link at the top right and bottom right of the site.
 
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I like this new feature...:smile:
 
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Emieno said:
I like this new feature...:smile:
Log Out has always been there, if that's the feature you are referring to.
 

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