FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Input/Feedback Requested On Expanded “Smilie” Choices For FlyerTalk
Old Dec 9, 2007 | 9:59 am
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birdstrike
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Originally Posted by nroscoe
In regards to users having to rely on 3rd party sites for links, photos, etc. I've always wondered why FT and now IB let so many "click" go off site when keeping it all "in-house" would generate revenue, better user experience and of course cut down on security risks, spam risks.
I'm confused. FT has a photo gallery. For most sites that allow in-line photo images the images are hosted elsewhere. It is much easier for me to link to an image contained on my personal website anyway.

The issue isn't site functionality, it is the technical expertise of the users.
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