TonyA
15-12-2005, 09:39 PM
We have threads about Pres Mbeki and ne Pilot, about graphics cards, what are you doing new year etc. Can we try and stick to spirit of forum?
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werner
15-12-2005, 09:41 PM
yeah, coz we DONT have a hardware section, nor do we have off-topic.
*dof look*
*dof look*
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:03 PM
Yeah coz we don't use this forum to improve, discuss, question ADSL problems. If you want to question Pres Mbeki's decision to use a possible less than qualified pilot I fail to understand what that has to do with my broadband
werner
15-12-2005, 10:05 PM
it has nothing to do with broadband.
Which is why it is in the off-topic section.
And legit hardware questions go in the hardware section.
They exist for that purpose.
Which is why it is in the off-topic section.
And legit hardware questions go in the hardware section.
They exist for that purpose.
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:10 PM
The heading for this forum is General ADSL Discussions not off topic etc. Hard ware refers to ADSL hardware and so on. Not petrol, not pilots etc
Nick333
15-12-2005, 10:14 PM
Whats the bet this thread will be moved for being off topic.
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:16 PM
Good point.
sh1
15-12-2005, 10:20 PM
The heading for this forum is General ADSL Discussions not off topic etc. Hard ware refers to ADSL hardware and so on. Not petrol, not pilots etcDear Tony... You're 100% correct - the heading is General ADSL Discussions - that's the topic - IOW the section "off-topic" is meant for other stuff (not about the topic).
You are off-course more than welcome not to read them, and since you're the bright spark tonight why don’t you come up with a solution to our ADSL problems.
You are off-course more than welcome not to read them, and since you're the bright spark tonight why don’t you come up with a solution to our ADSL problems.
bwana
15-12-2005, 10:25 PM
There's plenty of space for everything. Take this thread - it belongs in the Forum suggestions and gripes area - incase the title doesnt give it away thats where people go to discuss gripes and make suggestions.
sh1
15-12-2005, 10:26 PM
There's plenty of space for everything. Take this thread - it belongs in the gripes section - thats where people go to discuss gripes and make suggestions.Amen
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:28 PM
I hear you, then post the stuff under off topic! Its easy to solve Broad band problems stop using Telkom and use 56kbps modem. Thats exactly my point use this from to address broadband, not petrol shortages, pilots, new years eve and the. There are other forums!. Principle of War Maintain the aim. And yes you're right I don't have to read them. I Log on to read braod band not all and sundry!
bwana
15-12-2005, 10:30 PM
I Log on to read braod band not all and sundry!Then dont read it. Stick to the topics you're interested in.
EDIT - are you by chance using the New Posts link to browse the forum? In which case I could understand the possible distractions.
EDIT - are you by chance using the New Posts link to browse the forum? In which case I could understand the possible distractions.
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 10:31 PM
I hear you, then post the stuff under off topic!
Umm... those things you mentioned ARE posted under off topic.
Umm... those things you mentioned ARE posted under off topic.
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:32 PM
What My ADSL covers all topics?
sh1
15-12-2005, 10:34 PM
Its easy to solve Broad band problems stop using Telkom and use 56kbps modem. Who do you think gets the money when you use dialup - again it's Telkom. You can't get rid of them mate. So please if you have any more meaningful (less crazy) suggestions - please post them, otherwise do all your babbling in off-topic (as you suggested).
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 10:34 PM
What My ADSL covers all topics?
Thats what the General discussions are for, for OTHER topics.
In case you havent noticed, The Off Topic section's dicription is "Everything else!", not "Everything else as long as it has to do with ADSL"
Thats what the General discussions are for, for OTHER topics.
In case you havent noticed, The Off Topic section's dicription is "Everything else!", not "Everything else as long as it has to do with ADSL"
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:35 PM
Yes nGaged55 but I'm trying to say that forum as a whole is devoted to ADSL and even off topic surely should have some reference to ADSL
bwana
15-12-2005, 10:35 PM
@TonyA - all those discussions you mentioned are in the Off-Topic section - http://www.mybroadband.co.za/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=87
Yes nGaged55 but I'm trying to say that forum as a whole is devoted to ADSL and even off topic surely should have some reference to ADSLThat would be this section - General Broadband Discussions (http://www.mybroadband.co.za/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=124)
Yes nGaged55 but I'm trying to say that forum as a whole is devoted to ADSL and even off topic surely should have some reference to ADSLThat would be this section - General Broadband Discussions (http://www.mybroadband.co.za/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=124)
Borgir
15-12-2005, 10:37 PM
Correct me if i am wrong but where do you see this Tony? They have different forums for Hardware/Offtopic/Gaming. Unless i missed it not seen any of those topics in this ADSL Forum
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 10:37 PM
Yes nGaged55 but I'm trying to say that forum as a whole is devoted to ADSL and even off topic surely should have some reference to ADSL
So what are we supposed to post there??? thats what the General ADSL discussions section is for
So what are we supposed to post there??? thats what the General ADSL discussions section is for
Borgir
15-12-2005, 10:39 PM
I am very confused...Do you mean that Myadsl should not have an Offtopic/Hardware place? :confused:
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:40 PM
The description of off topic says everything else. My feeling is that if the heading of this form is My Adsl it should be relevant. Otherwise you coild look at msnetworking off topic and read about Bush or whatever!
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:41 PM
No offtopic and hardware should be related to broadband
sh1
15-12-2005, 10:44 PM
No offtopic and hardware should be related to broadbandNo it should be related to off topic and hardware. We understand what you are trying to say - but it's just not thinking clearly.
lewstherin
15-12-2005, 10:44 PM
What My ADSL covers all topics?
There was a time when MyADSL was literally all about "my" ADSL. Since then, broadband become available in fixed wireless and cellular spaces. Hence the Cellular, iBurst and Sentech sub-forums.
With the increased numbers of mainly techy members, discussions about the SA socio-economic situation, general hardware and other tech pursuits like gaming are inevitable. So those discussions got their own sub-forums too.
Personally I like the way MyADSL has become a wider source of information and discussion - its certainly reflective of an increasing digital lifestyle.
Tony, I'm not sure if you are irritated that people are posting General Hardware topics in the ADSL forums or what, but remember there are many new people on these forums who may not understand forum manners quite as well as you. I think the mods are doing a good job in moving inapropriate stuff as it happens.
There was a time when MyADSL was literally all about "my" ADSL. Since then, broadband become available in fixed wireless and cellular spaces. Hence the Cellular, iBurst and Sentech sub-forums.
With the increased numbers of mainly techy members, discussions about the SA socio-economic situation, general hardware and other tech pursuits like gaming are inevitable. So those discussions got their own sub-forums too.
Personally I like the way MyADSL has become a wider source of information and discussion - its certainly reflective of an increasing digital lifestyle.
Tony, I'm not sure if you are irritated that people are posting General Hardware topics in the ADSL forums or what, but remember there are many new people on these forums who may not understand forum manners quite as well as you. I think the mods are doing a good job in moving inapropriate stuff as it happens.
Borgir
15-12-2005, 10:46 PM
Off Topic is for nothing that applies to ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) *like where this topic should Belong*....Ie... Who can burp the longest..latest news....and which his best weed eater to buy.
Hardware is for geeks like me....who when nothing is posted here..post specs..benchmark and see what is hot on market....and if you lookng to buy.
They do NOT need to be related to ADSL and so they are kept in there own forums to not clutter this forum.
So then if that is problem...Does wireless...3g... Sentech/Iburst have problem too? They not ADSL.
Hardware is for geeks like me....who when nothing is posted here..post specs..benchmark and see what is hot on market....and if you lookng to buy.
They do NOT need to be related to ADSL and so they are kept in there own forums to not clutter this forum.
So then if that is problem...Does wireless...3g... Sentech/Iburst have problem too? They not ADSL.
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 10:46 PM
The description of off topic says everything else. My feeling is that if the heading of this form is My Adsl it should be relevant. Otherwise you coild look at msnetworking off topic and read about Bush or whatever!
I really dont know what your problem is, but i'v got a solution for you in case the off topic section is bothering you. You see the heading "General discussions" on the main page, right? Now to the left of that heading there is a little arrow botton thingy, press it, then you wont see the off topic section anymore and you wont ever be tempted to go in there!
I really dont know what your problem is, but i'v got a solution for you in case the off topic section is bothering you. You see the heading "General discussions" on the main page, right? Now to the left of that heading there is a little arrow botton thingy, press it, then you wont see the off topic section anymore and you wont ever be tempted to go in there!
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 10:48 PM
hardware should be related to broadband
thats what the "ADSL hardware, software, technical help" section is for
thats what the "ADSL hardware, software, technical help" section is for
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:50 PM
I really don't have a problem but have obviously ruffled a few feathers now if only that energy could used constructively!
TonyA
15-12-2005, 10:51 PM
Vey good answer lewtherin. Best on thread!
lewstherin
15-12-2005, 10:52 PM
nah, you just given the few geeks still lurking on the forums something to moan about :P
sh1
15-12-2005, 10:54 PM
I really don't have a problem but have obviously ruffled a few feathers now if only that energy could used constructively!Tonzie, I must admit - you're quite a funny guy. Now stop discussing 'off-topic' and hardware problems in the General discussion area.
Borgir
15-12-2005, 10:54 PM
*moan moan*
nGAGEd55
15-12-2005, 11:04 PM
nah, you just given the few geeks still lurking on the forums something to moan about :P
thats so true :p
But at least i didnt moan just for the sake of moaning
thats so true :p
But at least i didnt moan just for the sake of moaning
TheREV
16-12-2005, 12:37 AM
Shouldn't this whole thread be in "Off Topic"?
Lord Anubis
16-12-2005, 01:26 AM
TonyA
Where's your Christmas spirit huh?
From the lively debates in many of the threads it would seem that people actually have formed friendships in this forum and feel comfortable talking to other members about offtopic stuff. Don't be so mean !
Afterall where else could you get the best Hardware tips at the moment in SA from an educated users group and off course it also helps to know who the Pilot is of the CEO of CEO's of Slowkom.
Where's your Christmas spirit huh?
From the lively debates in many of the threads it would seem that people actually have formed friendships in this forum and feel comfortable talking to other members about offtopic stuff. Don't be so mean !
Afterall where else could you get the best Hardware tips at the moment in SA from an educated users group and off course it also helps to know who the Pilot is of the CEO of CEO's of Slowkom.
Vio
16-12-2005, 03:12 AM
Shouldn't this whole thread be in "Off Topic"?
Actualy it should sit in that sub-forum in offtopic called gripes and suggestions :)
Actualy it should sit in that sub-forum in offtopic called gripes and suggestions :)
ettubrute
16-12-2005, 03:47 AM
/me thinks TonyA needs to read forum headings more carefully in future... :p
Padded Mouse
16-12-2005, 06:37 AM
One needs an "off -topic" thread in any forum. (proved by the number of people who are reading this thread at any given time as opposed to other threads). People need a break from the topic at hand .
It is cool that you can from within the confines of the forum you are in (to meet people of like mind and discuss mutual issues) also broaden your acquaintance with said people by sharing other interests or topics.
Go to any function promoting any particular subject and sit down at a table with a group of people, and it's guaranteed the conversation around the table won't be kept purely to the subject that the function is about. The forum is exactly the same!
In fact any forum should have an off topic section such as this, because otherwise the nonsense which we talk about "off topic" (which I love) would creep into the seerious threads! I personally thank the mods for being considerate enough to give us a safety vavle to let off steam.
It is cool that you can from within the confines of the forum you are in (to meet people of like mind and discuss mutual issues) also broaden your acquaintance with said people by sharing other interests or topics.
Go to any function promoting any particular subject and sit down at a table with a group of people, and it's guaranteed the conversation around the table won't be kept purely to the subject that the function is about. The forum is exactly the same!
In fact any forum should have an off topic section such as this, because otherwise the nonsense which we talk about "off topic" (which I love) would creep into the seerious threads! I personally thank the mods for being considerate enough to give us a safety vavle to let off steam.
ettubrute
16-12-2005, 06:51 AM
I personally thank the mods for being considerate enough to give us a safety vavle to let off steam.
:p Is that some new kind of invention? :p
:p Is that some new kind of invention? :p
Padded Mouse
16-12-2005, 07:33 AM
:p Is that some new kind of invention? :p
what?? You've never heard of a safety vavvel? vavle is just the abbreviation :D
what?? You've never heard of a safety vavvel? vavle is just the abbreviation :D
adsl3g
16-12-2005, 07:51 AM
The description of off topic says everything else. My feeling is that if the heading of this form is My Adsl it should be relevant. Otherwise you coild look at msnetworking off topic and read about Bush or whatever!
Does'nt msnetworking deal with networking? Where does bush fit in there? SAme as here - in the OFF TOPIC section....
Does'nt msnetworking deal with networking? Where does bush fit in there? SAme as here - in the OFF TOPIC section....
ajak
16-12-2005, 09:28 AM
Swaer jy wil nou net *** praat,blah blah blah
craigsa
20-12-2005, 08:46 AM
We have threads about Pres Mbeki and ne Pilot, about graphics cards, what are you doing new year etc. Can we try and stick to spirit of forum?
Every month its the same story, someone moaning about the forum topics. GO away!!
Every month its the same story, someone moaning about the forum topics. GO away!!
craigsa
20-12-2005, 08:48 AM
The heading for this forum is General ADSL Discussions not off topic etc. Hard ware refers to ADSL hardware and so on. Not petrol, not pilots etc
You taking this pilot thing a bit to serious. I wonder why ??
You taking this pilot thing a bit to serious. I wonder why ??
nocilah
21-12-2005, 05:54 PM
hey... how many ciggerettes do you guys have left in your ciggerette boxes? I have 15 :D
off topic rules... sometimes you get the craziest ramblings ever...
off topic rules... sometimes you get the craziest ramblings ever...
Freshy-ZN
21-12-2005, 06:06 PM
Hey guys, whats the weather doing your side?
I like ice-cream too.
I like ice-cream too.
st3ve
22-12-2005, 10:56 PM
I'm on an ADSL 512kb Telkom contract, what's this thing you call broadband? Sounds cool I want it