Guest peepshow Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 (edited) This will probably upset someone.....Oh, what the hell........... ..........From time to time folk on this forum have trouble uploading their images. Very recently, Sheila, on another thread could not upload hers for example. On the Stargazers Lounge all one need do is select the image on ones PC to be uploaded, click on it and Bob's yer uncle. Job done. We on this forum, on the other hand, have to muck around using flickr etc etc. to upload. If only we had that easy Stargazers upload facility here. See, I told you that I would upset someone. Edited June 3, 2014 by peepshow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledee Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 I've noticed people having trouble recently, and wondered if it was some glitch with their own software. I haven't had a problem with images since Mike (Perkil8tr) kindly put me straight a while back. Prior to that I was just being totally thick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 This will probably upset someone.....Oh, what the hell........... ..........From time to time folk on this forum have trouble uploading their images. Very recently, Sheila, on another thread could not upload hers for example. On the Stargazers Lounge all one need do is select the image on ones PC to be uploaded, click on it and Bob's yer uncle. Job done. We on this forum, on the other hand, have to muck around using flickr etc etc. to upload. If only we had that easy Stargazers upload facility here. See, I told you that I would upset someone. I agree it does seem a bit cumbersome even for people with IT knowledge. It should be as easy as SGL but I suspect it comes down to space on the server (i.e. Cost ) and maybe trying to keep a tight security regime which is no bad thing. Maybe those who moderate care to comment. I am not AP so have no axe to grind - well on the MET office forecast's but thats another issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 http://www.eastmidlandsstargazers.org.uk/index.php?/topic/5648-Change-of-web-host-and-changes-to-the-forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Thanks Stephen I thought that was the case ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Unfortunately disk space costs money so to keep costs down we had to swap servers. The link provided by Stephen explains it all very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 The problem i have is that the Flickr page has changed! No more pin?? So could Craig (if possible) re-check and give us the method using the new Flickr screen please? Thanks Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 The problem i have is that the Flickr page has changed! No more pin?? So could Craig (if possible) re-check and give us the method using the new Flickr screen please? Thanks Ron Square box with an arrow, then BBCode ... I'm just uploading an image now to demonstrate ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Untitled by Kheldar UK, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 i gave up and use tapatalk or astrobin, found flickr very slow so tend to use these two. but astrobin is only for astro images. Sheila Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Graham Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Being completely thick where pc stuff is involved i always use dropbox for my images. 2clicks and its done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 (edited) 20131228IC415small by [email protected], on Flickr Just like that! 20131228IC415small by [email protected], on Flickr Or that! Edited June 4, 2014 by Ron Clarke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Simples Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Now I will drop a bomb shell and up set some people - Costs running a server(storage,bandwidth etc) I appreciate hence linking images instead of storing images on the EMS server and better security to some degree. However maybe if enough AP's want a simple "drag and Drop" system (even more simple then "simples" ) AND backed up storage of Pics there might be a case for a optional charge ,similar to the "Dark Site" membership , which would provide such a option - even though it has "knock on" effects. I have a good idea what the response will be - especially as it involves money - but maybe its an idea to help people like Richard etc As I say I am not , and most likely never be an AP, so it does not directly effect me but I appreciate Richard's(and maybe others!) point of view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Now I will drop a bomb shell and up set some people - Costs running a server(storage,bandwidth etc) I appreciate hence linking images instead of storing images on the EMS server and better security to some degree. However maybe if enough AP's want a simple "drag and Drop" system (even more simple then "simples" ) AND backed up storage of Pics there might be a case for a optional charge ,similar to the "Dark Site" membership , which would provide such a option - even though it has "knock on" effects. I have a good idea what the response will be - especially as it involves money - but maybe its an idea to help people like Richard etc As I say I am not , and most likely never be an AP, so it does not directly effect me but I appreciate Richard's(and maybe others!) point of view. The AP was probably the least of the problems - Everyone had a gallery where they just uploaded any old thing, I think most of the disk usage was down to Ron and Sheilas pets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 That's fine a nice £10 surcharge per picture for Non Astro stuff. I know my bandwidth drops whenever Ron uploads another bird/dog picture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 i would be quite happy to make it easier and the gallery was brilliant. Would go back any day but it is up to others as well i donjt know what storage/disc space costs, our website has unlimited and I dont think it costs a bomb but i am no geek Sheila @kheldar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest peepshow Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 (edited) I would be most willing to pay to improve the forum in this way. After all if we want a soapbox to speak from we ought to help buy the timber from which it has been constructed. Spending 1000's in some cases on astro equipment is not asking much for a few quid a year to show the results from it either. So tell me where and how to send the dosh and dosh you shall have. Edited June 4, 2014 by peepshow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 The problem is when you start running out of space. Then the costs start to go up. What was £10 to begin with becomes £15, then £20, etc. The more we store the more the cost escalates. Eventually we'll be back to square 1 and we'll have to remove it all. I use Flickr all the time and it really is easy. There's no need to pay for storage or maintain additional functionality when there are free alternatives available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Craig you are of course correct. However do you know (or could you find out) how much SGL are paying and what they get for that - at least it would give everyone an idea of the approx costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Cheeky Stephen & Clive, I've only got one puppy!! With this weather not much AP either!! I have no problems using Flickr (see above) and am quite happy with the forum the way it is thankyou! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Cheeky Stephen & Clive, I've only got one puppy!! With this weather not much AP either!! I have no problems using Flickr (see above) and am quite happy with the forum the way it is thankyou! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Only in fun Clive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stash Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 No problem - Its the wet weather and cloud cover driving my nuts. Plus the fact my Stepper motor driver isn't working 100%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 A chance of clear sky tomorrow night, but I'm not holding my breath!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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