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I am creating a new retro site
« on: August 07, 2011, 01:19:09 AM »
A few years back I created VintageAmiga.com along with several other vintage sites. I have decided to combine them all into one large site. When I am done, it will have over 700 pages.

I will have all major retro computer manufacturers, console makers and retro games.

So far I just have Apple and Commodore machines (http://RetroGameAndComputer.com).

I'd appreciate your thoughts on the Amiga content. Now, I am off to add the Atari and ZX Spectrum content.

Thanks,
Simon
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Re: I am creating a new retro site
« Reply #1 on: August 07, 2011, 03:12:33 PM »
I see many of you have visited my site. If it is not too much trouble would you please take a look at my Amiga content and provide critical feedback. I want to make sure that section is top shelf. I got my first Amiga when I was 17 (and A500).

When I created VintageAmiga.com with a friend, we had issues and we closed it. This time I am doing everything myself. This time I want to include all computers and consoles of the time as I feel the competition was a major part of the 1980 dynamic and lead to Commodores's fall.

Any critical information is greatly appreciated. Especially any information I have left out.

Once I have done a first pass of the site, I plan to add an amiga peripherals section.

Thanks,
Simon
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Re: I am creating a new retro site
« Reply #2 on: August 08, 2011, 12:19:36 AM »
There are a few pages that are blank for now. These are usually top level pages that are populated once the lower pages are filled out.

Unfortunately, I need the ads to cover hosting rates. Its a lot of work, which I do for free and the love of the hobby. However, I can't over the hosting rates without ads. I don't think I am asking too much here. The other site I had was taken down because it did not cover hosting rates. This is why I am bringing everything into one site in the hopes that it will cover monthly hosting.

CSS: Yes, I am using CSS as I have been told it is the 'proper' way to do things. I try to keep as much of the site HTML and avoid flash and css if it complicates viewing. But, I also understand that there is a firefox port for the amiga soon?

Looks like amiga history guide: Actually I ripped off the design from this site: BassFishing-gurus.com - another site I created :p <- check out the about us page.

IE9: thanks - I will look into this. Unfortunately for now, I can't install IE9 on my Mac :( Did you try another machine? DOes it work with IE8?
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Re: I am creating a new retro site
« Reply #3 on: August 08, 2011, 12:21:54 AM »
Oh yes, the links at the very bottom are not yet programmed, but I need them on every page. They should be working within two weeks once the site is complete. I just need these links on every page.

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Re: I am creating a new retro site
« Reply #4 on: August 08, 2011, 01:01:28 AM »
The menus now work on IE7, They should also work on IE9. I was missing a few javascript files. :)
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Re: I am creating a new retro site
« Reply #5 on: August 08, 2011, 01:15:16 PM »
Thanks a lot guys. The problem was that I left out two javascript files from the template. For some strange reason, it worked fine in Firefox and safari.

I appreciate your assistance very much. Web design is a hobby for me and I wanted to recreate a comprehensive site with the Amiga and Commodore playing a significant role.

Thanks so much for thing time out of your day to help me :)

Now for some aspirin! I have a splitting headache...
1 x A500, Hi-toro 4000 :)
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