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An Internet forum is a facility on the World Wide Web for holding discussions, or the web application software used to provide the facility. Web-based forums, which date from around 1995, perform a similar function as the dial-up bulletin boards and Internet newsgroups that were numerous in the 1980s and 1990s. A sense of virtual community often develops around forums that have regular users. Technology, computer games, and politics are popular areas for forum themes, but there are forums for a huge number of different topics .
Internet forums are also commonly referred to as web forums, message boards, discussion boards, discussion forums, discussion groups, bulletin boards (but see also dial-up bulletin boards), fora (the proper Latin plural) or simply forums.
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Internet forums are prevalent in several developed countries. In terms of countable posts, Japan is far in the lead with over two million posts per day on their largest forum, 2channel. The United States does not have any one large forum, but instead several hundred thousand smaller forums, the largest of which are GameFAQs, Gaia Online, and IGN. Other countries such as China, the Netherlands, and France are also home to hundreds of independent forums. Some countries such as Finland and Sweden do not have many prevalent forums despite having open and easily available Internet access. As of yet no study has been done on the prevalence of forums in countries around the world. It is also dubious as to whether any country has its own fora, as - especially in the English language - contributors to a forum often come from outside the country in which the forum is hosted. There is often not a 1-1 relationship between languages and countries: for example, English language fora are contributed to by people all over the world, whilst Japanese language fora are likely to be contributed to only by Japanese people, but Japanese people also contribute to English language fora, so there is no 1-1 relationship between Japanese language fora and Japanese people contributing to fora. More on [ Internet forum ]
Chats and Forums :: Arts
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Chats and Forums :: Visual Arts
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Oh boo hoo...the forum is gone...UP and down..UP AND DOWN! U P A N D DO W N! I'm giving forums and chats one more chance. >:(
Spykid12 (TheSpyman14) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:02:39 -0000
Oh boo hoo...the forum is gone...UP and down..UP AND DOWN! U P A N D DO W N! I'm giving forums and chats one more chance. >:(
#Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
forexgo (Karl-Heinz Landwehr) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:52:38 -0000
#Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
@pamelafox indeed! email/IM/forums/chats - are way too obsoleted and inconvenient technologies. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDu2A3WzQpo
qmaxa (ÐакÑим qmax ÐаÑилÑев) Wed, 30 Dec 2009 08:45:05 -0000
@pamelafox indeed! email/IM/forums/chats - are way too obsoleted and inconvenient technologies. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDu2A3WzQpo
Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
forexgo (Karl-Heinz Landwehr) Mon, 28 Dec 2009 11:27:50 -0000
Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
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Aperture - Gallery and weekly chatroom for an online club.
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BadOrGood.com - Members can submit photographs, provide comments, and discuss photo related issues.
Black and White Photography Forum - Forum where people may ask or give information, post images, or discuss black and white photography.
Camera-info - Features forums for digital and analog cameras sorted by manufacturer as well as darkrooms. Includes photo galleries, technical data, reviews and newsletters.
Meta Description: [ Camera-info.com - Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Sony, Olympus, Contax, Leica, Hasselblad, Pentax, Forum, News, Reviews, Interviews etc., New Canon printers: A2 und A3+, Panasonic DMC-L1 DSLR, Sigma announced 5 new lenses for the 4/3rd system, LEICA D VARIO-ELMARIT 14-50mm/F2.8-3.5 ASPH Lens (Olympus E-S... ]
Canine Photographers - Discussion list for issues related to photographing dogs.
Meta Description: [ CaninePhotographers: A list for serious canine photographers ]
ClubSnap - Photography articles, news, reviews, tips, discussion forums and photo of the month competition. List of members and invitation to join.
Digital Photography Forum - A digital photography community for photographers of all skill levels to share knowledge, get critiques on photos, and discuss techniques. Also offers free members gallery.
Meta Description: [ Digital photography community for amateur and professional photographers, with free member photo gallery, discussion forum, bi-weekly challenge, news, digital editing and processing tips and tutorials ]
Event Photographer - A place for semi-professional photographers to meet and exchange ideas about wedding, sports, and family event photography, or any other aspect of the business.
Meta Description: [ Ottawa-Gatineau Event Photography Services ]
Fallen1.com - Portal with forums, photo critiques, articles, links, and reviews arranged in directory format.
Meta Description: [ This is a blog with a description line that needs to be substituted ]
Family Portraiture - A forum for portrait photographers to give advice and venue dates, upload pictures, and share links.
Meta Description: [ family-portraiture: Family Portraiture ]
FilmAlley - For videography and photography in Malaysia, Singapore, and around the world. Includes articles, galleries, and news.
Meta Description: [ The entry page to Film Alley's Web site. Meet videography and photography in Malaysia, Singapore and arround the world. Find video, photo and news. ]
FocusU - Photo sharing site, with albums arranged by travel, pets, holidays, nature, and portraiture.
Meta Description: [ With FocusU you can create an online photo album to share with family and friends for absolutly free. ]
Foto Forum - For amateur photographers to share tips, questions, and their photos. Users may upload their images for others to view and vote for photo of the month.
Meta Description: [ Guide to digital photograhpy resources. Info on forums, digital cameras, tips, stock images, magazines, and much more! ]
Fotofile.org - Forums with discussions for both digital analogue and manual SLR photography, rumors, upcoming events, and photography critiques.
Meta Description: [ This is a discussion forum on photography by photography enthusiasts ]
FriendlyPics.com - A community to share photos online, post comments, or send an e-card. Also links to photography lessons.
Meta Description: [ Friendly Pics.com -A family-safe and free community to share photos online! Your own Member Gallery or create your own personal photo albums! Post comments! Send an eCard using your own pictures! ]
Global Photosite Community - Comprises discussion and image evaluation forums with free registration, and a subscription service offering space for posting pictures.
Meta Description: [ Photographic community beginner to professional photographer ]
Groups.aol: Club Photography - Forum where pictures may be shared and information posted on a message board.
iPhotoForum.com - A place for photographers of all skill levels to share experiences, get critiques on photos, and discuss the latest technology. Also offers monthly photo assignments.
Jaeda's Fine Art/Photography Forum - A friendly place of discussion for artists and photographers. Artists encouraged to post their work for helpful critique and to share resources with one another.
Meta Description: [ To share and discuss ideas and resources related to art and photography with other artists in the online community. ]
Koni-Omega Discussion Forum - For those interested in the Koni-Omega medium format camera, including the early Simmon Omega and later Rapid-Omega cameras. Photos can be uploaded for critique or show.
Magic of Photo - Photographs posted in categorized galleries by registered members for viewing and comment, with message board, and articles. New members accepted. [English, Russian, and Swedish]
Meta Description: [ Magic of Photo. The International photoclub. ]
Mississauga Camera Club - Shows club activities and competitions, newsletter, membership fees and opportunity of free entry to the online section and post to image galleries and discussion forums. [MSN Group]
Missouri Photographers Forum - Photographers from the midwest and abroad can share their techniques, work, news, information and chat with other enthusiasts.
Meta Description: [ An online missouri photography resource dedicated to the art and technique of photography in Missouri and member forum. ]
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NFolio - Online photo portfolio and critique system. Also features forums and articles on photo techniques.
Meta Description: [ NFOLIO is a great photo critique forum. Join today and learn a few new things from fellow members. The site is for all levels of photographer, whether professional or amateur. Vote for your favourite photos to join the Photo of the Week Hall of Fame. ]
Open Photography - A world wide community of photographers sharing their work in the spirit of Open Source. Galleries, F.A.Q.s and Reviews. Anybody can help the site grow with his work.
Meta Description: [ community page for people living online ]
Photo Board International - An art-based, members only message board with workshops and technical forums. Members are screened, but threads are visible to the public.
Meta Description: [ Stock photos and digital prints from fine art photographers. ]
Photo Critique Forum - Users may post works for critique, or be a photo critic. Organized by genre of photography.
Photo Imagination - Allowing every photographer, whether amateur or professional, to share their best photos with the Internet community. New members accepted, voting panel, forum.
Meta Description: [ PhotoImagination - Photographers of the world - where photographers of the world can meet with their audience ]
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Photo Inside - For designers and photographers. Includes interviews, photos, graphics, and portfolios in addition to a forum.
Meta Description: [ photo inside brings together photographers and designers from all around the world and provides them a platform for open expression. ]
Photo Malaysia - Community for photographers interested in Malaysia, with invitation to join, calendar of events, news, and discussion forum.
Meta Description: [ PhotoMalaysia is the first and largest photography online community in Malaysia with discussion forums, photo critiques, and member galleries, all free. ]
Photo News Network - Hosts forums for professional photographers, covering wedding, portrait, stock, and digital issues. Also contains articles and images.
Photo-Addicts - Features user galleries, reviews, critiques, and a forum run by experts in nearly every area of photography.
PhotoBanter.com - A forum covering traditional 35mm, medium and large format, and digital photography. Acts as a gateway with the rec.photo newsgroups.
Meta Description: [ A web gateway to the rec.photo newsgroups discussing all aspects of photography ]
PhotoCamel - Discuss camera bodies, equipment, selling photography, workflow, and for-sale items. Geared toward professional photographers.
Meta Description: [ The most informative, friendly community for photographers on the Internet: read a camera review, ask a question, share a photo, learn a lot. ]
PhotoChart.com - Offers free photo hosting and comment features. Database is arranged by subject matter, including animals, architecture, gardens, and sports.
Meta Description: [ Online community site dedicated to the world photography. Share your experience with photographers world wide. Expose your photos for FREE. ]
PhotoForum - English version of Russian site for posting, commenting on and rating photographs of different genres.
Meta Description: [ Beautiful photos from professionals and amateur photographers! ]
Photography Talk - Discuss techniques, equipment, software, and look through the marketplace forum.
PhotographyCorner - Features articles and forums that range from beginner to professional. Includes news, photograph of the month, and quote of the day.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to PhotographyCorner.com - a growing portal for photographers that include photographer resources, a photography forum, as well as tutorials and tips & tricks. If you would like to write an article and have it posted at ]
PhotoPoints - International community where members can submit photos for critiques, competition, or display. Includes discussion forums and help from experts.
Meta Description: [ Photo critiques/Photo Sharing, photo ratings with photo discussion forums and help from photography experts. This is an International Photographers Community site for amateur and professional photographers. This site may be used in various ways. ]
PhotoSIG - Community featuring a unique photo critique system and lively discussion forums.
Meta Description: [ photoSIG photo critique and discussion forum, a community of photography enthusiasts from amateurs to professionals ]
PhotoTakers.com - Photography Forum - Encourages discussion of techniques, medium format and digital photography, product reviews, and contests and critiques. Includes special sections for beginner questions.
Meta Description: [ Digital photogrpahy site featuring digital camera
reviews, photography articles, photography tutorials,
monthly photo contest. ]
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Picture a Week - Hosts weekly assignments to improve technique and gain critiques for photographers at any level. Includes galleries and forum.
Porter's Message Board - A friendly forum for photographers of all levels. Includes a monthly theme challenge forum.
Pro4um - Photography related chat rooms and bulletin boards, as well as posted images. Registration fee required for the professional discussion area.
Meta Description: [ This is a discussion forum for Professional Photographers ONLY! ]
Professional Photography - Offers articles, a bulletin board, and free e-mail addresses.
Meta Description: [ Zuga.net features free photography videos, articles, and lively discussion forums hosted by the world's best photographers and hundreds of photos. ZugaPhoto.TV is the indispensable photography resource for photographers of all levels. ]
Professional Wedding Photographers' Forum - Encourages discussion on the profession and the sharing images for critique and review.
Meta Description: [ PWP Forums - Photography Discussion by Professional Photographers ]
Projects for Photographers - Offers participation in photo projects, pictures posted by members, articles, and fora on a range of photographic topics.
Meta Description: [ Online Photo Gallery: Post images for free. Digital Photography Review: Latest digital camera reviews and digital imaging news. Photography discussion forums. ]
Shutterbugs - Features forum discussions from techniques to abused photos, contests, and member galleries.
Meta Description: [ Online Photography Community - Forum, Galleries, Contests and More ]
Shutterbutton - Categorized portfolios assembled by the site owner or submitted by photographers. Also contains technical help, discussion forums, and chat rooms.
Meta Description: [ Shutter button.com, the site for professional and amateur photographers to exhibit their
work for free in our galleries ]
ShutterCenter.com - An online community for beginners and professionals. Includes photography ratings, critique options, and discussion forums.
Meta Description: [ An online community for beginners and professionals. Includes photography ratings and critique options. Discussion forums, and more. ]
ShutterCity - Dedicated to showcasing and critiquing work; includes a forum and chat.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to ShutterCity.com, your free online digital photo gallery. Add photos for free and come back to see what comments people have put for each photo! ]
Talk about Photography - Chat about your photos, digital cameras, film or movie cameras and dark room tricks, technical data, photographers, and freelance photography.
Meta Description: [ photos,photography,camera reviews,dark room, forums, groups,digital photography ]
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The Analog Photography Users Group - Devoted to traditional (non-digital) photographic processes; includes discussion forum, gallery, and invitation to submit work.
Meta Description: [ APUG.ORG is an international on-line community, completely devoted to traditional (non-digital) photographic processes. ]
The Photo Forum - A place to discuss photography and get advice on equipment, techniques, and general questions.
Meta Description: [ , The Photography forum with photo hints, tips, advice and critique. ]
The Third Eye - Community for critical analysis and discussion with emphasis on digital photography. Membership required.
Travel Photography Forum - Pros and amateurs exchange tips, travel experiences and discuss each other's works. Includes extensive galleries and occasional online chats.
Meta Description: [ Free, easy email groups ]
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TrekEarth - Browse photos based on region or subject matter, and critique and discuss photos with fellow members. Also includes forum.
True Focus - A well rounded resource for digital and film photographers. Find tutorials, forums and help here.
Ultimate Photography - An active online message board for professional and amateur photographers. The forum is attached to the Ultimate Photography web ring.
WebPhotoForum - A meeting place for photographers to post and critique on each other's work.
Meta Description: [ . ]
Wedding Photojournalism Community - Discussion groups for displaying images, equipment, and business tips.
Meta Description: [ A community of wedding photojournalists specializing in non-traditional wedding photography. ]
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