How to make a forum?

[Scarpozzi]

I need some advise of Web designers. I am wanting to make my own personal forum.....(note: this is in no way to compete with Anandtech....) I just want to learn how to do that sort of web stuff... Has anyone ever done this before? Is there a certain program I need? Any information or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

[andri]

Go fetch Phorum from www.phorum.org. It's pretty good.

 

[mAdD INDIAN]

You can also download the free version of the UBB forums. It's a little complicated to use, but it is perfect for a low-traffic forum. I wouldn't use it if it is gonna be used in an high-traffic environment though.

 

[Wellcky]

If you have Director you can create a chat room!

 

[Scarpozzi]

Thanks......I'll check em out. Right after I made this post I noticed the "FreeTalk" tag at the bottom of the page....but it isn't quite what I have in mind. Thanks again!!