I've just received notice that the GenConnect Boards (Query, Bios, etc.)
that are at the top of the web page, will be undergoing some major revisions
in the next days and weeks. There may be times when you will not be able to
post to the boards, so be patient. Some of the new features are supposed to
be:
--- The new message boards database will be by far the largest collection of
such messages on the Internet. In fact, the FamilyHistory and RootsWeb
messages are extremely complimentary. The majority of the messages on
FamilyHistory are surname-based, while RootsWeb's strength is in the
locality and topic areas. Not only will the new combination enjoy a larger
set of data, but users will have access to a much larger audience.
--- The new message boards can now handle attachments to e-mail messages in
the form of uploaded pictures (scanned documents, family photos, etc.) and
GEDCOM files.
--- Users will be able to view the e-mail address of message authors and be
able to respond to them easily and privately. However, the message boards
cannot be "crawled" by unscrupulous third parties to gather e-mail addresses
for spam mailings.
--- Search functionality will be improved compared to either the RootsWeb or
FamilyHistory systems. Search hits will be ranked by relevance and wildcard
searches are available.
--- The hardware infrastructure supporting the new message boards is faster,
can handle larger traffic loads, and is more stable. The new system is also
less expensive over time and easier to maintain.
Tim Singleton, tsingleton(a)iclub.org
105 Nancy Drive
Richmond, KY 40475-8613
Volunteer INGenWeb Coordinator
Adams Co. -
http://www.rootsweb.com/~inadams
Randolph Co. -
http://www.rootsweb.com/~inrandol/