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Managing Online Forums: Everything You Need to Know to Create and Run Successful Community Discussion Boards

Managing Online Forums: Everything You Need to Know to Create and Run Successful Community Discussion Boards

Every day, millions of users log on to their favorite online forums and inter­act with others to get advice and discuss everything from the latest news and trends to their hobbies to their professions to whatever else strikes their fancy. Admin­istrators have to lead these communities, deal with difficult users, and choose moderators. Legal constraints, spammers, and technical issues can turn the excitement of running an online community into chaos. With the right guidance, however, running forums can be a pleasure. Patrick O'Keefe has spent years developing and managing online communities. Now, he shows readers how to make the right decisions about every aspect of their forums, including:

  • Choosing a name and domain name
  • Picking the right software
  • Deciding on user options like avatars and private messaging
  • Setting guidelines and dealing with violators
  • Ensuring that posts stay on topic
  • Settling online disputes among users
  • Involving their users and keeping the site interesting

Managing Online Forums is the one book that shows site owners and admini­stra­tors how to create a safe and entertaining community that users will return to again and again.

Using Forums for Effective Internet Marketing (MP3)

Using Forums for Effective Internet Marketing (MP3)

4 Good Reasons to Use Forums to Promote Your Internet Business (MP3)

4 Good Reasons to Use Forums to Promote Your Internet Business (MP3)