BMG has been upgraded to the latest version of the soapblox code. At the same time, we've been moved to new servers hosted by Warecorp, which will soon host the entire Soapblox network. This should provide improved up-time, … [Read more...]
SoapBlox Hack a Wake-Up
The MLK Day New Yorker has a long note on the SoapBlox hack that briefly brought down BMG and a host of other lefty bloggers for up to a couple of days. Staff writer Jeffrey Toobin doesn't mention this blog, but does cover the … [Read more...]
SoapBlox update: fundraising mission accomplished, and some next steps
To all customers, bloggers, and the world. It's been an amazing week. I thought I'd give you a status update on what exactly is going on. First off: SoapBlox is no longer a one-man operation! A System Administration group has been … [Read more...]
Save Soapblox — a fundraiser
As you all know, Soapblox was seriously hacked a couple of days ago. Much of the Soapblox network (including BMG) was off-line for several hours, and for a while there it looked as though it -- and we -- might never come … [Read more...]
BMG code update (with poll)
The powers-that-be over at Soapblox Central have been hard at work finding ways to enhance your blogging experience. Here are some of the new features that, hopefully, are up and running.WYSIWYG editing. Now, instead of dealing … [Read more...]
How to Use Comment Ratings on Blue Mass Group
5 - GoodThis is the basic "good comment" rating: A reasonably well written comment that is comprehensible, clear, and contributes to the discussion.6 - ExcellentIn addition to the qualities of a 5, a comment rated 6 brings in significant … [Read more...]