New Category/Forum Suggestions

[gvw123]

I always liked the "new replies to threads you have posted in" or whatever it is, or something like at PR where we can put an @ symbol in front of someone's username so you know that someone either mentioned you or replied to a post. I guess basically anything that would let us know if a thread we either subscribe to or post in is updated, that would be helpful.

Also, I know it costs money to run the site, either by the domain purchase or just the time put in by Admin. Maybe a "donate" button would help? Only if it's necessary, of course. But surely every member who is currently active wouldn't mind donating, I know I would.

And great work so far, keep it up!!!!

My friend, I am sorry to reply so late because i read the message just now. The @USER system is old basically. When you reply to a post there are 4 options below which allow you to Subscribe to any thread and you can receive notifications of replies posted on that thread by E-Mail or PM. Also The QUOTE Button is the thing which replaces the old @USER system. We,ll get to know the features of the forum with time. I am a bit hesitant to install third party plugins to enable features similar to other forums because third party plugins can sometimes create serious problems like hacking or data leakage. Thank you for understanding.

 I just hijacked a thread to say high to an old friend and quoted them because I didn't know how to tag someone.  It was in the off-topic area about a movie.  I was going to suggest using the @username to tag someone, but Admin of Steel is correct that third party add-ons create unneeded security risk (I was moderator of a now defunct private forum) so I'm aware of some security related issues.  And, PM is (once I become a senior member) a way to contact someone also.  Thanks for keeping security a high priority Admin of Steel.  I'm starting to feel at home here.  

Mr. Steel I have been a member of the ioplist for several years and had fifty post fr a couple of years but when they changed from .com to .org I can't access the email and sye sections.can you please help me. Thanks gvw