[joeychgo]

Originally Posted by Dream

Of course, if I'm around, it would be rude for someone to update my mods before asking me.

A notice in the mod thread "this mod can be modified and re-released" would be cool. And it could be another reason for you to install the mod, as you know if the mod author vanishes from vB.org someone else can take over.

As for the older stuff, I'm sorry but it's your fault for having modified your board so much.

Certainly it would be more then rude, and I would be the first to back you up. - but for my part, I have only been talking about hacks that have been abandoned and the author cannot be reached or does not respond.

As fas as the notice - thats not a bad idea.

As far as it being our fault for modifying a board so much. It doesnt have to be much. It could be just one hack. Past that - why should it really matter. The whole reason for this site is because vB gives a basic platform. Customizing a community is part of what makes it unique. I know of very few successful forums that have not customized to some extent.

In my case, I earn enough from my forums to hire someone to make something custom or make something work properly. But most forum owners are not so fortunate. I guess for me its a 2 way street. I am very grateful to hack authors who donate their creations. Its what I think makes vB the best platform.

But, I believe we have to also be mindful of the forum owner as well and realize that they come to depend on some hacks as important features for their communities. Just telling them 'too bad' - well - is kinda one sided. I dont see why a way to server both interests couldnt be reached.