Using Links Organizer as a link list script

[LD]

Not a bad idea, really. You would be somewhat limited in what you could display, it seems, but you could require users to include in the description if the site contained pics, movies, etc.

[A.J. Angel]

Originally Posted by LusciousDelight

Not a bad idea, really. You would be somewhat limited in what you could display, it seems, but you could require users to include in the description if the site contained pics, movies, etc.

What kind of limitations do you have in mind may I ask?

The only con that I could have think of for me would be that there is no type of site selection but as you said, I could request that it is included in the description. Otherwise, it seems to be a good alternative way to go especially since scripts like Dragon Links or X-Power Links doesn't seem to be updated or supported anymore, though I may be wrong.

[LD]

Originally Posted by A.J. Angel

What kind of limitations do you have in mind may I ask?

The only con that I could have think of for me would be that there is no type of site selection but as you said, I could request that it is included in the description. Otherwise, it seems to be a good alternative way to go especially since scripts like Dragon Links or X-Power Links doesn't seem to be updated or supported anymore, though I may be wrong.

With my script I can define different site types, keep everything in a seperate field (# of movies, site type, etc) apply a unique css rule to each field, sort them in many different ways...plus things like import sites from cvs, statistical reports...there's just a lot of things a script designed for a linklist can do that I do not think you will find in LO.

But LO is a hell of a script, and could be made to work I think, if you just want a simple listing. I use it for hard link trades, and it's solid as a rock, and easy to set up and use.

I know what you mean about Dragon and some of the others not being updated. Dragon works well for me, but I'm not sure what the future holds as far as updates and such. There are some newer scripts which are popular now, though...JMB comes to mind.

[A.J. Angel]

Originally Posted by LusciousDelight

With my script I can define different site types, keep everything in a seperate field (# of movies, site type, etc) apply a unique css rule to each field, sort them in many different ways...plus things like import sites from cvs, statistical reports...there's just a lot of things a script designed for a linklist can do that I do not think you will find in LO.

But LO is a hell of a script, and could be made to work I think, if you just want a simple listing. I use it for hard link trades, and it's solid as a rock, and easy to set up and use.

I know what you mean about Dragon and some of the others not being updated. Dragon works well for me, but I'm not sure what the future holds as far as updates and such. There are some newer scripts which are popular now, though...JMB comes to mind.

Considering the directory is archival only, statistical reports is not vital. Regarding the links, I won't be separating them. It would just be a simple listing in descending by date order. The latest links added would be at the top and the older links will be pushed down. The style would be unique to blend with the rest of the site so no issues there.

As to other link list scripts, I had sent an e-mail to the owner of Dragon and I was told that there were no updates being worked on and it won't be worked anytime soon although support is still present. So considering the latest version is back from 2006, I had passed on. I wanted to use LinkX from JMB but unfortunately, it is a dynamic script. I already have the pages done by TGPX so that would be impossible and reversing the scripts would be a hassle.

[Useless]

Originally Posted by A.J. Angel

As to other link list scripts, I had sent an e-mail to the owner of Dragon and I was told that there were no updates being worked on and it won't be worked anytime soon although support is still present. So considering the latest version is back from 2006, I had passed on.

What is it about the script that is lacking or you feel needs updating? Some of the largest and most successful link lists run on a script that hasn't seen an update since the last millennium.

Food for thought.

[A.J. Angel]

Originally Posted by Useless Warrior

What is it about the script that is lacking or you feel needs updating? Some of the largest and most successful link lists run on a script that hasn't seen an update since the last millennium.

Food for thought.

Let's just say that I feel better knowing that whatever script is still being updated!

[Useless]

Originally Posted by A.J. Angel

Let's just say that I feel better knowing that whatever script is still being updated!

Updated with what? We could simply tell you that it's being updated if it would make you feel better. I don't understand how using a link trade script is more sensible than using a script which was developed intentionally for link lists, updates or not. Stable is good -- unless there are certain features you are interested in that aren't currently there.