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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 ]
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Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
forexgo (Karl-Heinz Landwehr) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:17:39 -0000
Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
#Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
forexgo (Karl-Heinz Landwehr) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:26:01 -0000
#Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
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berita (Latest Global News) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:45:07 -0000
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@DeeTenorio and we actually played it up in chats and forums to generate interest
James_Buchanan (James Buchanan) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:02:35 -0000
@DeeTenorio and we actually played it up in chats and forums to generate interest
Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
forexgo (Karl-Heinz Landwehr) Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:40:41 -0000
Trading community through forums and live chats http://bit.ly/d8MBA
Online Universities: Online University â Distance Learning Options | Chats And Forums http://bit.ly/7gAYSJ
giprany (Gipsy Rollan) Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:46:54 -0000
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Absolute Beginner's Astronomy Forum Archives - Discussions and questions with answers.
Meta Description: [ Dedicated to the humble neophyte astronomer. On my homepage you will learn the basics of getting into astronomy as a hobby, which includes buying scopes, celestial navigation, and basic astrophysics. This forum is intended to generate discussion, and questions regarding amature astronomy. ]
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Air and Space - Community, news, and galleries.
Meta Description: [ Working to build an awesome space informational site. ]
AmAstroMB - Amateur Astronomy Message Board - Planetary and deep sky observing, equipment, general discussions, and announcements.
Amateur Astronomy Mailing List - Dedicated to the discussion of amateur astronomy, especially observing.
Meta Description: [ amastro: Amateur Astronomy Mailing List ]
Astro Guiding - Announcements and news, general discussions, beginner's corner, equipment and reviews, observing, and astrophotography.
Meta Description: [ On AstroGuiding Astronomy Forums we discuss all things related to amateur astronomy: telescopes, astrophotography, deep space and much more... ]
Astronomy Chat Room - Live conversation with people from all over the world.
Meta Description: [ Astronomy chat room, a great place to meet other amateur astronomers from around the world. ]
Astronomy Discussion Page - Collection of forums for the amateur including gear and observing, astrophotography and imaging, review, classified ads, beginner's corner, and The Black Hole.
Meta Description: [ The Astronomy Discussion Pages contain a collection of forums to discuss all things related to amateur astronomy. ]
Astronomy Forum - Message boards to ask questions or offer advice
Meta Description: [ A community for the discussion of astronomy. A place where you can find information on telescopes, viewing opportunities, special events, other star gazzers, and links to related sites.
ALL applicants MUST leave a message stating why they want to join. All members must maintain a current valid... ]
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Astronomy Hub - An international astronomy and space forum community where astronomers and space-minded enthusiasts meet to discuss and chat about the universe. Topics include telescope making, astrophotography and sharing astral images.
Meta Description: [ An international astronomy and space forum community where astronomers and space-minded enthusiasts meet to discuss and chat about the universe ]
Astronomy Images on the Web - Locating, identifying and alerting members to the most beautiful and interesting astronomical images on the Web.
Meta Description: [ astronomy_images: astronomy_images ]
Astronomy Magazine - Forums - General, observing, imaging, equipment, news, clubs, and education.
Astronomy Shootouts - Members share thoughts on various equipment comparisons and brand names.
Meta Description: [ astronomy_shootouts: Astronomy Shootouts ]
Bad Astronomy and Universe Forum Today - Against the mainstream, general, Martian chronicles, lunar conspiracies, bad TV and bad movies, the book, and Planet X.
Meta Description: [ Bad Astronomy and Universe Today's discussion forum. ]
Chatmag Chat Forum - Astronomy - Subject discussion related topic.
Cloudy Nights - Forums - Announcements and news, equipment, astrophotography, specific equipment, observing, specialty, manufacturers, and galleries.
Daily Observations - Offers forums, blogs, chat room, and gallery.
ETXASTRO - Meade ETX Group - Discussion of telescope and accessories for owners and anyone considering using the ETX.
Meta Description: [ ETXASTRO: Meade ETX Group ]
Extreme Astronomy - Forums, gallery, FAQ, calendar, and links.
Meta Description: [ Extreme Astronomy is an active online community for those interested in sharing their interest in Astronomy and Astrophotography. We offer astronomy forums, astrophotography image gallery, and astronomy links. ]
FWHM Imaging Forums - Dedicated to astronomical CCD Imaging, film astrophotography and DSLR astro imaging; topics that include processing, telescope and CCD equipment considerations, and software tips.
Meta Description: [ FWHM Imaging Forums - Index ]
Heavens Above - Forum for all aspects of amateur Astronomy.
Meta Description: [ heavens-above: heavens-above ]
Our Dark Skies - International online community of amateur astronomers.
Meta Description: [ Our Dark Skies is an international online community of amateur astronomers who have come together to share their hobby with others like them. ]
Sky Insight - Free newsletter, articles, discussion forum, lunar atlas, observing lists, and store.
Meta Description: [ Astromomy resources for amateur astronomers and astronomy. The Astronomy Search Tool with over half-a-million messages. ]
Skytrek Discovering Space - Astronomy, astro-physics, science, Black Hole Inn, news, sun and stars, paranormal, geology, particle physics, rocket science, and alternative science.
Meta Description: [ Create customized message boards ,we also provide free forums , chat room , free poll and free survey service. ]
Skywatch - Provides information and photos pertaining to the Solar System.
Meta Description: [ A public information forum providing current events and commentary related to the Solar System, Earth and climate changes, ancient/modern day prophecy, scriptural reference to the end times, and survival preparadness in anticipation of the passage of Planet X-Nibiru and the global pole shift. ]
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SpaceBanter - Newsgroups with general, solar, and UK astronomy news groups.
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Tanis Binaries Astronomy Portal - Conduct of co-ordinated research and share ideas, discuss the latest news in astronomy, astrophysics and space exploration.
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The Spaceport - News and alerts, aerospace and science, history and culture, and general discussions.
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The StarStuff Astronomy Forums and Database - Rules and guidelines, news and announcement, observation logs, and discussion areas.
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