Would you use individual blogs here?

[DearMilSpouse]

So Vbulletin (the software we use to run these forums) is coming up with a mod that would allow users to have individual blogs with privacy settings, etc. Think MySpace blogs. It has not been released yet as it is still in the beta stages but once released, would y'all be interested in using USMC Hangout as your blogging headquarters so to speak. In other words would you use it if I bought it and installed it?

I think the privacy settings will be simular to myspace: Viewable to all, only viewable to registered members, viewable by only those on your buddy list, or private (viewable only to you). It is a per entry basis. So you may have one entry you want viewable to everyone, but yet another one only viewable by you.

[innersanctum]

I would pass on this only because I have two blogs already on my own servers. Where were you when I was shelling out $60/year for domains and hosting? *L* Actually, I broke away from MySpace and moved to the Wordpress blogs instead.

I would definitely subscribe and read every blog that was posted.

[DearMilSpouse]

We actually have wordpress right now and I could allow users to have their own blog already. But I absolutely hate wordpress which is why I am trying to get away from it. Right now that is where the staff blogs are. And vb is integrated with word press as of right now so users do not have to re-register, but I would like something where users would not actually leave the forums like they have to do now to read a blog. Plus allow them to have their own. Wordpress doesn't really offer a lot of privacy settings when it comes to posts.

I haven't tried the new wordpress (still have the old version installed I think) I was too chicken to try and upgrade it because of the mod I have installed to intergrate the 2. It was a pain in the ass trying to get it work the first time.

Oh and I forgot included with the blogs is new interactive profiles. They say that the profiles will be much more like MySpace. So kind of like a 2 in one deal. And if they charge the same amount for the project tools they released which is $50 it may just very much be worth it.

And if anyone is asking where is project tools on here. We don't have it as I did not see a need for it, lol.

Anyway for more info here was their inital announcement about it:

Blog and Social Networking

In response to user requests we have been working on a blogging system that will fully integrate with vBulletin. vBulletin Blog (a working title) will allow sites running vBulletin to extend the functionality to allow forum users to maintain weblogs from their user control panel and leverages the extensive vBulletin permissions system to enable administrators to fine-tune the features available to their visitors.

Blogs can be made private, with blog authors themselves able to create a list of users permitted to view their messages, while the vBulletin inline moderation system makes it easy to ensure that blogs and comments do not contain unwanted material.

Trackback and pingback support is fully integrated, so site owners can expect to quickly find related sites linking back to their own, improving search engine rankings and building traffic.

Additionally, vBulletin Blog adds social networking functionality to your vBulletin installation, which will allow your users to quickly and safely make connections and form relationships. Member profile pages are extended to include an enhanced buddy system, visitor tracking, blog integration and a comment system, all housed within a new and improved profile page template together with improved delivery of existing profile information.

Oh also it would allow users to import their blog entries that they have made elsewhere (like wordpress) to their blog here.

[barr3to]

Yes,
I would definitely post a blog. Not that any of you would be interested in the ramblings of a Old flight engineer. :D

[jlel]

I probably won't be able to post much because I already run my own blog. On top of that I'm really busy with a lot of other writing activities... It does sound like a great idea for the Marines to post their stories though!

[gunga55]

I put yes down but I don't know how active it would be.

[OgreUSMC]

Hell,I'm barely able to figure out how to get online!Don't think I'm 'puter friendly enough!not to mention I'm a one finger man!took me 15 minutes to type this reply!!!

[HMC8404]

Like Inner, I too have 3 blogs elsewhere, but each of those are private.

What kind of bells and whistles would be available with the blog? Can we dress up the blog or would it be like a thread? If it's limited to just thread capabilities, I wouldn't be interested.

[innersanctum]

If you use the latest version of Wordpress (2.2), they have Widget support built into it and it makes it very easy to use Wordpress and mod it to the way you want it. Alternately, you can install widget support into the older versions.

I blog about my hometown at Blogging Tiskilwa (http://www.tiskilwa.net). I am the only blogger there and it's not a daily record but I update whenever there is something to update. Believe it or not, I actually get a fair number of hits there and I am as boring as it gets when it comes to blogging. No one ever clicks on my google ads though. *LMAO*

[Guide Plt.2129]

Hell,I'm barely able to figure out how to get online!Don't think I'm 'puter friendly enough!not to mention I'm a one finger man!took me 15 minutes to type this reply!!!

Brother, I use 2 fingers- one for the keys and one that I keep between my teeth that is used for the backspace button-dose not see much teeth time!!!!:banghead:!!!! You are not alone in this............


Yes,
I would definitely post a blog. Not that any of you would be interested in the ramblings of a Old flight engineer. :D

Well I for one would be very interested in in it, if it defys gravity I want to know!!!! Can a 130 land on a aircraft carrier-something I dont know. it might also help Wile E Coyote in some of his airborne activities:D!!

I'd try to use it.

Rusty :rankm-lcpl:

[DearMilSpouse]

No it will not be like a thread. They are coming a long way in adding features. Not sure if y'all can view this or not but here is what it will look like:

http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/blog.php

The blog main page will list recent entries, recent comments, etc.. from all users. Along with links to your blog control panel, etc..., and the ability to search blogs.

Some of the options for posting:
Allow comments to be posted
Moderate comments before displaying
Allow trackback / pingback
Notify blogs linked within this blog entry

Global Options in your Blog Control Panel:
Default Entry Options
When posting a new blog entry, I would like to...

Allow comments to be posted
Moderate comments before displaying
Allow trackback / pingbackThese settings may also be changed at the time of posting


Default Subscription Mode: Blog Entries
When you post a new blog entry, you can choose to automatically add the entry to your list of subscribed entries (http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/blog_subscription.php), with the option to receive email notification of new comments to that blog entry.
Default Subscription Mode: Do not subscribe No email notification Instant email notification

Default Subscription Mode: Blog Comments
When you post a new comment, you can choose to automatically add the blog entry to your list of subscribed entries (http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/blog_subscription.php), with the option to receive email notification of new comments to that blog entry. Default Subscription Mode: Do not subscribe No email notification Instant email notification

Permissions and Privacy - Regardless of these settings, blog moderators will be able to view your posted entries.
Members on my buddy list (http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/profile.php?do=editlist) may...
View my blog
Leave comments on my blog entries


Members on my ignore list (http://www.vbulletin.com/forum/profile.php?do=editlist) may...
View my blog
Leave comments on my blog entries


Everyone else may...
View my blog
Leave comments on my blog entries
Unregistered visitors may not be able to do all the things you specify here, depending on the permissions granted by the administrator. Denying View my Blog permission will also disable your ability to send trackback / pingback notices to other blogs.


I know there are more features that they are talking about adding to it, hence the reason it is still in beta. It looks promising.

[HMC8404]

I checked it out Bridget. It doesn't look like you can change the background colors though. That is something I would want to do, choose my own color scheme. I've seen it before on a christian site that uses this software and I didn't like it there. I don't like what I see on this one either.

Right now I'm using blogspot.com and I can set up my own template. The ability to create my own flair and personality on it is a must. If we couldn't do that here, I just wouldn't be interested in it.

[DearMilSpouse]

I checked it out Bridget. It doesn't look like you can change the background colors though. That is something I would want to do, choose my own color scheme. I've seen it before on a christian site that uses this software and I didn't like it there. I don't like what I see on this one either.

Right now I'm using blogspot.com and I can set up my own template. The ability to create my own flair and personality on it is a must. If we couldn't do that here, I just wouldn't be interested in it.

That is one of the new features that they plan on adding. At least that is what the word is as further testing is done on it as almost everyone has requested it.

[innersanctum]

The bottom line is that if you are paying for it, it's probably not a good idea for you. It would be like a toy at Christmas...everyone would use for 2 weeks and then it would be forgotten not long after. If it's free, you have nothing to lose then go ahead and do it.

[DearMilSpouse]

The only problem there is the new profile system that comes with the blog mod. You can't purchase it seperatly. And I do think the new profile system will get used as the one we already have in place is used a lot.

[innersanctum]

The only problem there is the new profile system that comes with the blog mod. You can't purchase it seperatly. And I do think the new profile system will get used as the one we already have in place is used a lot.

No kidding. I think I have seen that you have looked at mine like, 10-15 times. It's like you are stalking me or something.

I always wanted a stalker. Will this new profile system allow me to have my own personal stalker easier than before?

[DearMilSpouse]

LMAO you're just now figuring out that I stalk you? Let's see you have viewed mine 8 times so I would say you are catching up!

[HMC8404]

That is one of the new features that they plan on adding. At least that is what the word is as further testing is done on it as almost everyone has requested it.
That sounds good ...


The only problem there is the new profile system that comes with the blog mod. You can't purchase it seperatly. And I do think the new profile system will get used as the one we already have in place is used a lot.

... but not at the price of losing our profiles like they are. I love this profile tool here. I never saw it like this anywhere else before.

I'd have to agree with inner on this one ... you'd get a few who'd use it at first and then let it go, so if it's costing you, I wouldn't. But thats just me.

[DearMilSpouse]

No the profiles will be improved. There will still be the buddy list, commenting system, etc.. On the back end it will be alot more easier for me to tend to as all those mods will be rolled into one instead of 3 or 4 different ones I have to continuously update. The profile layout here I designed. Not sure how the new layout will look but I don't have to use it. I can keep the layout I have now and just add in the new functions.

[HMC8404]

No the profiles will be improved. There will still be the buddy list, commenting system, etc.. On the back end it will be alot more easier for me to tend to as all those mods will be rolled into one instead of 3 or 4 different ones I have to continuously update. The profile layout here I designed. Not sure how the new layout will look but I don't have to use it. I can keep the layout I have now and just add in the new functions.
And it's exactly this kind of committment to this board that got me so upset with that new member's comments.

Keep up the good work Bridget.

[Nick352]

Bridgett,

Did you beat the price increases. I got an email from the boards at VB, saying they planned on raising the prices of thier stuff. Don't know when they planned on doing that.

Hope the hike is not a drastic one. I use allot of thier stuff.

Be Safe and Have Fun !!!

[DearMilSpouse]

I dunno, I never got that e-mail. On my membership page all the prices are still the same. Granted they have not released the actual price for the blog/enhanced profile mod yet.

[innersanctum]

LMAO you're just now figuring out that I stalk you? Let's see you have viewed mine 8 times so I would say you are catching up!

I only looked at yours after I showed you mine.

[DearMilSpouse]

I only looked at yours after I showed you mine.

Uhhhhhhhhhhh yea. LOL.

[barr3to]

Yeah,
Sky-pig 149796 I think, Have a picture, if you want to see it google c130 aircraft carrier (images) awesome......





Brother, I use 2 fingers- one for the keys and one that I keep between my teeth that is used for the backspace button-dose not see much teeth time!!!!:banghead:!!!! You are not alone in this............



Well I for one would be very interested in in it, if it defys gravity I want to know!!!! Can a 130 land on a aircraft carrier-something I dont know. it might also help Wile E Coyote in some of his airborne activities:D!!

I'd try to use it.

Rusty :rankm-lcpl:

[Nick352]

Yeah,
Sky-pig 149796 I think, Have a picture, if you want to see it google c130 aircraft carrier (images) awesome......


Yes, the KC-130 can land on the carriers. They were testing it for the new Super COD, but it was not a practical choice. Several landings and touch and goes were completed on the Forrestal. Barr3To had the BuNo off a bit, it was 149798.

Goto: http://kc130.com/149798.htm


http://kc130.com/3680.jpg

[barr3to]

The program was discontinued due to the fact that the sky-pig could not carry much when lifting off the ship. (or is that "boat") Help me out here "Chief"!!! pete

Good preflight, they missed the fact that there are no IFR pods. Inflight refueling pods...?


Yes, the KC-130 can land on the carriers. They were testing it for the new Super COD, but it was not a practical choice. Several landings and touch and goes were completed on the Forrestal. Barr3To had the BuNo off a bit, it was 149798.

Goto: http://kc130.com/149798.htm



http://kc130.com/3680.jpg

[Nick352]

Yeah, they did take it to Murrietta for some mods before the test. Not sure what the total weight was, but I don't beleive they got close to 138,000.

[HMC8404]

The program was discontinued due to the fact that the sky-pig could not carry much when lifting off the ship. (or is that "boat") Help me out here "Chief"!!! pete
Ship Pete ... that there is a ship.

Boat tends to refer to the subs or smaller crafts that are carried about ships like that.

Its why the command master chief is called "COB" (Chief of the Boat) aboard a sub, not a ship/carrier.

[Nick352]

Here are the weight stats. I guess they got fairly close to the 138,000 mark for a Herk.

The KC-130 weighed 85,000 pounds on the first landing, and landings were made in progression up to a gross weight of 121,000 pounds. At maximum weight, the crew used only 745 feet for takeoff and 460 feet for landing. One landing at a weight of 109,000 pounds required 495 feet to stop and that was in a heavy squall. At the end of the tests, the crew simply took off from the point on the deck where they had stopped. On takeoff, there was only 15 feet clearance between the KC-130’s wingtip and the ship’s control “island.”

[barr3to]

You know that brings to mind when I as in 353, we had an aircraft Buno 147572 or 147573, or maybe it was 148249 I forget. But anyway they had taken the pods off for some reason. We took it on a cross country trip. To Texas I think. Well on the way back we were loaded with a standard fuel load,(with pods off you can put more in the outboards) and started our climb. Well as we started to climb, the Plane Commander wanted to see If he could break the record in 353 for Altitude. We stepped climbed to 41,000 ft. Thats right sports fans 41,000 ft. It was hotter then Heck in the back. When we leveled off we reported to center with our finally altitude. They called back and questioned our flight level. They said that they have never heard of a c-130 that high. Our Plane Commander answered back, "That's because we were a Marine KC130f. We fly higher, penetrate deeper, and have longer hoses.....



Yeah, they did take it to Murrietta for some mods before the test. Not sure what the total weight was, but I don't beleive they got close to 138,000.

[Nick352]

You know that brings to mind when I as in 353, we had an aircraft Buno 147572 or 147573, or maybe it was 148249 I forget. But anyway they had taken the pods off for some reason. We took it on a cross country trip. To Texas I think. Well on the way back we were loaded with a standard fuel load,(with pods off you can put more in the outboards) and started our climb. Well as we started to climb, the Plane Commander wanted to see If he could break the record in 353 for Altitude. We stepped climbed to 41,000 ft. Thats right sports fans 41,000 ft. It was hotter then Heck in the back. When we leveled off we reported to center with our finally altitude. They called back and questioned our flight level. They said that they have never heard of a c-130 that high. Our Plane Commander answered back, "That's because we were a Marine KC130f. We fly higher, penetrate deeper, and have longer hoses.....


God I miss those days. I also miss being around that type of Humor. We always had something floating around. You should meet up with Cloud, you guys would hit it off great.

[mkennedy]

Back to topic ...

I'm game if you think it's better. This is the first time that I've stayed with any site because none of the others kept my interest. I don't know enough to judge how different it will make things though so I'm hesitant to put a definite yes or no.

:D PS: I'm secretly afraid of being locked out by people whose posts I've really enjoyed.

[barr3to]

Sorry, got carried away with a flood of fond memories.....get the blog going..:) please!

[Guide Plt.2129]

The program was discontinued due to the fact that the sky-pig could not carry much when lifting off the ship. (or is that "boat") Help me out here "Chief"!!! pete


[quote=HMC8404;42702]Ship Pete ... that there is a ship.

Boat tends to refer to the subs or smaller crafts that are carried about ships like that.

Its why the command master chief is called "COB" (Chief of the Boat) aboard a sub, not a ship/carrier.

See, I learned alot today !!!!! Put up the blog please!
Damn, those things are big AND heavy-crew or not. I know 2 things; 1) UH-1C goes up-with a little down on the nose-flies anywhere,and with the aid of gravity-lands.Gotta love 'em. 2), my drill instructors taught us about boats, and the navy. Treat a Navy Corpman with the utmost respect, and never leave home without one. Followed with "how to properly get on a boat-and I quote Sgt Migel Gonzales Plt 2129- "go up that plank thing, salute the Stars and Bars and tell the squid your comin abord and have a fishing licence." then hand him a copy of your orders. That Marine never lied to me about 1 thing.
Semper Fi Brothers
Blog place....Please?
Rusty :rankm-lcpl:

[innersanctum]

Back to topic ...

I'm game if you think it's better. This is the first time that I've stayed with any site because none of the others kept my interest. I don't know enough to judge how different it will make things though so I'm hesitant to put a definite yes or no.

:D PS: I'm secretly afraid of being locked out by people whose posts I've really enjoyed.

I wouldn't lock you out but you probably don't like me much anyway. *LOL*

[OgreUSMC]

:confused:You folks have got me confused,half of ya are talking 'bout 'puters,which I know nearly nuthin about,an half of ya are talking 'bout an airplane I rode too far on a couple of times.Not overly friendly to either.:2cents:

[mkennedy]

I wouldn't lock you out but you probably don't like me much anyway. *LOL*

Au Contrer, Mon Frer!

[DearMilSpouse]

I will put them up as soon as they release them. I know that they are in the last of the beta stage but they have not given a release date yet.

Until then if any of you want to write any articles on different subjects we have the articles system in place:

http://www.usmchangout.com/msg/vbnews.php

All you need to do to start writing articles is join the Hangout Authors Group. Just go to your account:
http://www.usmchangout.com/msg/usercp.php
Scroll down the page, look on the left hand side for Group Memberships, click the link, select join group for the Hangout Author Group, then click Join Group. It will then ask you a reason for joining. Just put whatever you want. I check for requests at least once a day. Once I get it I will approve it and you can start writing articles.

Your group membership also shows up on your profile as well.

[Trapper]

I would not. It seems to me they are the same as the boards.

[crownothorns45]

Blogs are fun, but I never keep up with mine for very long.

[usmc93]

I do not know if I would use it. As Trapper the boards are fine.

Semper Fi!
John

[gunga55]

Really I quite posting on blogs after I got on here and even crappy myspace I will leave a comment or something but not post a blog.

[jarhead1]

i would definately use it, but more importantly to me i would like to sit around reading some great stories.Plus myspace is overrun with retards haha.

[XJUSTICEX]

I don't think I would but I will just say something inorder to play an arcade game|!

[Sichelski]

I am new to a lot of the internet. I have no ideas what blogs are. I have not opened the blog site on MySpace. If I have someting to say, I will tell that person or group.

If someone wants to explain what a blog is, I would appreciate it.

Semper Fi!
Mike