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cmiller1014 · #1 01-24-2006, 02:48 AM

I am about to make the upgrade to 3.5 for a business forum and would like your advice. I have a forum that supports an entire industry and I want to have some neat new features that will keep my members happy, and coming back.

So what are the hottest, and most professional / useful modifications out right now?

I will be needing articles, weekly newsletter, links directory, paid memberships with extra features, etc.

I would just like everyone professional opinion on what is hot, and useful!

Thanks in advance!

Romeos Tune · #2 01-24-2006, 03:08 AM

It's pretty simple to figure this one out. Just take a look at all the mods and look at the ones with the most installs.

Regs · #3 01-24-2006, 03:32 AM

That wouldn't exactly work for a "business" forum. Personally, I would suggest some of TheGeek's mods (they are reasonably priced), specifically his article system and autolink system (good for perks for paid business memberships)... - http://www.thevbgeek.com

Weekly newsletter? Use a third-party application if it is for business and you want something that works professionally (that's not a slag to anything offered here BTW).

Paul M · #4 01-24-2006, 11:34 AM

What is hot or not is entirely down to personal opinion. The 'hottest' hacks list could be considered a guage of general popularity, but again it's up to you look at them and decide if they are appropiate (for instance, you are unlikely to want the arcade).

#5 01-24-2006, 06:05 PM

As far as I'm concerned, Webtemplates is the one hack that adds the most potential to your site.

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