Search function crippled

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AveryFreeman
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Joined: 2019/12/30 13:52:29

Search function crippled

Post by AveryFreeman » 2019/12/30 14:01:29

Hey,

just joined the board in order to get some help with a specific issue

Can't even really search for help because every time I search for something I'm told I have to wait x seconds

Then the next time I try to search, if I haven't waited the initial period, it resets the clock

This really puts a damper on being able to find solutions. I know you guys are trying to avoid spam, but seriously?

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TrevorH
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Re: Search function crippled

Post by TrevorH » 2019/12/30 14:29:20

It's intentionally disabled as it's a known denial of service vector in phpbb. Use that little provider of search functionality instead: www.google.com and restrict your search with "site:forums.centos.org" in addition to the other things you want to search for.
The future appears to be RHEL or Debian. I think I'm going Debian.
Info for USB installs on http://wiki.centos.org/HowTos/InstallFromUSBkey
CentOS 5 and 6 are deadest, do not use them.
Use the FAQ Luke

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