Same here. Switched to SMF. And, I like it! Thanks for the comments. I'm sure glad I didn't post that over in area51 !! lol

I may consider converting to SMF now. I recently lost my DB, so it won't be much of a problem since only 3 users have re-registered since.

Edit: Sorry, I just bumped a really old topic.

I've honestly never used anything but phpbb for a few years now and will probably stay that way. Not sure why, but I like it. I think it looks good, works good and I am not sure how you manage to 'break' your board upon your upgrades, I have never had a problem. And I started a looong time ago so many upgrades.

Their forums are very helpful as well, get answers instantly. I also like to hack the board, it's fun. And you get to learn php/sql.

I like SMF.

I find it much easier to customize to fit into your site design. I also like the way it is layed out and the functions/features of it.

The only thing I do not care for about it is the lame PM system... it really sucks.

Hi All:
Sorry for posting on an old topic, but this topic is what I'm searching for,
I will start my new forum soon
I've been in the website but did not find any thing about that Olympus, is it still not released to public yet?
I think I will use SMF directly.
For some one brand new to forum software and database, and do not know any thing about programing, what do you suggest me to do before start a new forum?
and will SMF help me with this issue depending on click able settings, or I need to use another free software that will be more easily to be used with newbie guys like me.!?
Thanks