selective content

[sparklehorse]

Ok, I did a search, but got way too many results - so if it's been discussed before ... sorry ;)

Is it possible to exclude some of the forums from a search? I like to click on the new posts link, but I don't want all the off topic threads to be included.
Is it possible to 'unsubscribe' from some forums?

Another thing - what about hiding the off topic sections from guests or new users with a low post count. This way, if you're just passing by, you will only see topics relevant to broadband.

[ettubrute]

Well, there are some guests who register and start in the off-topic, and then slowly grow into the other forums... What about them?

[Vio]

I find that most of the times I cannot find what i'm lookin for with the forums search function because the search phrase is too short... This is mainly because of 3 letter acronyms, maybe the limit should be reduced?

[sparklehorse]

Well, there are some guests who register and start in the off-topic, and then slowly grow into the other forums... What about them?
Well, thats sort of the point. You should register because you are interested in the broadband/internet topics - not the off topic section. But I see what you mean. Is it even possible with vBulletin?