We are going to be upgrading the forum to the latest available version. This is a fairly substantial upgrade that will have some impacts, mostly positive, but a big negative.
First off, getting the negative out of the way. Due to how old our version is, and that the new version uses a completely new password hashing routine, your passwords are going to have to be reset, again. Sorry about this, but it is beyond our control. Thankfully, the password reset form will make this easy the first time you attempt to login after the upgrade.
Now the positive:
* The interface has been improved with a new nice looking theme. It will still match the WineHQ look and feel.
* Better moderation tools. Our moderators will have more tools to help combat spam.
* File uploads. You will be able to attach images and small files directly to your posts.
* Save drafts. Have a long post, but cannot finish it? Save it for later.
* Quick reply. There will now be a quick reply form at the bottom of all threads.
* and much more...
When is this going to happen? Soon, very soon. Monday July 23rd in fact. I've been testing the new forum on my development server and everything is staged and ready to go. I just wanted to give everyone a few days notice first so the majority of you are prepared. If there are major objections, I can push this back.
On the day of the upgrade, I will put up a message the site is down. The downtime will be several hours, barring any unforeseen snags.
Thoughts and comments welcome.
Lastly, here is a shot of the new look:
