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Edited February 1, 201511 yr by Vixr

You need PHP/SQL support, then just download PHPBB2, Invision Board, or buy vBulletin.

Then install it and you're good to go.

Do you have to download, I don't know anything about this PHP stuff

www.php.net or org or com

Kk, thanx. So i just download this sutff and thats it?

depends on the distribution, some of them have an installer

I think I'll stick with ezboard, lol.

http://www.invisionboard.com/ is very easy and free. This is what MSFN uses. You will need access to mysql database and know a little about php, of course if you have a host they can and should help you to install it.

Do you need to host it? Because I am using geocities for my host and would it work with that?

No, it doesn't work with Geocities...I know that Tripod UK works with Invision Board...

eep, thanx gh200,,ill just set up a new account with tripod

OK, Ive downloaded the free software now what?

theres an install script within the forum root folder which you have to run from yuor browser, let's say it's phpbb2, then it'll be www.<yoursite url>/phpbb2/install.php, there are install instructions within the forum software folder, it'll be something like README or INSTALL.

You not use ASP Forum you can get free web site here and Forum software here

I'd use phpBB, it's extremely easy to use, and set up plus they have a huge support forum here: http://phpbb.com/phpBB/

and to top that off, here's a guide to install phpBB on tripod: http://phpbb.com/kb/article.php?article_id=15

They also have the most Modifications, and styles to add to your site than any other forum, plus they just reveiled a new pricing plan:

We are pleased to announce a new pricing structure for phpBB! Please see the following for more details:

phpBB 2.x : $0

Database abstraction : $0

Contributed Mods : $0

Support : $0

While other boards alter their licencing, change their pricing structures, reform under new names, phpBB remains as it was 3 years ago ... completely free.

Download *now* and we'll throw in the fabulous subSilver, a 95 dollar value, absolutly free!