WebBoard

WebBoard 4.0 is the latest edition of O'Reilly's highly acclaimed conferencing, forum, threaded discussion, and real-time chat server. This package contains both a book on the subject and the CD software.

---

With the release of WebBoard 4.0, WebBoard sets a new standard for Web-based collaboration tools. WebBoard 4.0 brings enterprise-class power to threaded discussions and real-time chat in a single, cost-effective package. From SQL Server support to fully integrated 1,000-user Internet Relay Chat (IRC), WebBoard 4.0 provides scalability and performance demanded by the busiest sites. Yet WebBoard 4.0 is priced so even small companies or workgroups can take advantage of this powerful application. The addition of HTTP-compliant logging, newsreader support, and mailing list capabilities makes WebBoard 4.0 an integral part of the collaboration environment for any business, organization, or active site. WebBoard 4 is a feature-rich communication solution for corporations, educators, and organizations who want to build virtual communities and workgroups quickly and easily. The upgraded software includes numerous features that make it easy for Web administrators to customize their boards, or forums, and scale up when their site traffic requires it.
WebBoard is also designed to be easy for end users to understand and navigate, which means they're more likely to stay at a site and return to it. Early reviews have lauded WebBoard 4.0, calling it "a great way to nurture discussions and create virtual communities" (Andre Kvitka, InfoWorld, May 31, 1999). Some of WebBoard 4.0's new and improved features are: Microsoft Standard Databases: Power your 255 boards (or forums) with built-in Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE) designed to handles robust applications, or seamlessly integrate WebBoard with MS SQL Server 6.5 or 7.0. Open Scripting: WebBoard 4.0 gives you the flexibility to design innovative and dynamic virtual communities. Use the scripting language of your choice to replace, alter, or enhance built-in WebBoard operations. Fast and Scalable: WebBoard 4.0's new architecture has improved performance so you can grow along with your business, workgroup, or online community. Now you can distribute WebBoard across multiple computers for maximized load and backup. Easy to Customize: Whether you are building worldwide corporate collaborations or local community forums, WebBoard lets you create the look and feel you want. WebBoard 4.0 contains ready-to-go Custom Schemes for rapid custom development.
Change the look and feel of your boards with just a few mouse clicks. Dynamic Conferencing Options: WebBoard 4.0 satisfies users' diverse communication styles with integrated email support and with newsgroups via NNTP support. Users can direct specific messages to other users with the new Attention: Messages feature. And Much More: 1000-user IRC Chat Real-time Paging Broadcasting Enhanced Message Searching Move Conferences, Topics and Messages Email Address Verification Security Options Comprehensive Documentation: WebBoard 4.0 includes more than 400 pages of detailed instructions for setting up, managing, and using your discussion boards and chat groups. The documentation includes examples and tips for putting WebBoard into action on your site. System Requirements OS: Windows 95/98 or NT 4.0 SP4 Workstation, Server PROCESSOR: Pentium 166 (233 Recommended) VGA or higher resolution monitor CD-ROM Drive 48 MB Windows 95/98 (64 recommended) 96 MB Windows NT (128 recommended) 60 MB free disk space (plus 120 MB temporary install space); (30 MB if installed without MSDE) If using MS SQL Server 6.5 or higher, please consult manufacturer's requirements.