Recently I found this project:
http://www.ralpharama.co.uk/item.php?itemid=387&page=TPF
it is a forum script with no mysql
I know this can be dangerous
but what are the advantages of a forum with no mysql?
will it load faster?
less robust?
Thanks
Jump to Postits not a bad idea to store the information in text files with php, but it can get messy and slow loading if you dont organize/sort them the best way. I would go for MySql but i would try it if i really would like one without mySql.
I can think of only one advantage i.e. it can run on a server without any back end database support. Many free hosts does'nt offer database(like mysql) support, and this script may be useful in those situations.
its not a bad idea to store the information in text files with php, but it can get messy and slow loading if you dont organize/sort them the best way. I would go for MySql but i would try it if i really would like one without mySql.
it can get messy and slow loading if you dont organize/sort them
Text files are simple to use, but as Sorcher said you need to stay on top of it or it will get messy in a hurry. I would spring for the database.
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