Category: grayblog.co.uk

I’ve got a Movable Type problem. When I post a new entry, when it sends the pings I get a "can not find server" error and it all grinds to a halt. Ideas? I’ve switched pings off – let’s see if that makes a difference.

Comments spam. Plumbing new depths.
In other shock news, a BBC reporter has found this site and left a comment. Will fame follow? I’ve got a better view of Tunbridge Wells than their webcam at the moment.

Having said that 34sp.com were doing a good job on my hosting, this morning I am unable to download mail due to a server timeout. I’ve just sent them an email to request support – let’s see how quick they are at fixing it!

I’ve tidied up the template a little – the archives have moved further down the sidebar, so that the projects and current listings are nearer the top.

OK, I’m officially fed up with comments spam. Today there have been seven new spam messages posted, all advertising drugs to aid sexual dysfunction.
Anyone know of a good spam-blocking measure for MT? Blocking IPs is akin to shutting the door after the horse has bolted.

A couple of housekeeping tasks: the graybiography has been updated in look and content, and the long-absent support page has been revised and restored.

Looks like I have a bit of problem with someone spamming my comments. I’ve deleted five this morning, all from the same IP address (now banned), all with a link to a site offering pills that would, supposedly, enlarge my parts.
I’ve heard of an anti-spam gizmo for MT, so if this continues to be a problem, I may install it.

Apologies for the lack of content here – I’m incredibly busy, and also being distracted by this. Plus I’m getting ready for this weekend’s Danish excursion.
Normal service will be resumed. Somewhen.

I’ve amended the comments gizmo so that you can now leave comments without giving an email address, which should be a relief to those concerned about spam.
Of course, I’d still very much like you to leave your name and site address, and perhaps an email address too.

If you were paying attention to the old design, you will remember that it featured a pull-down menu of music related website links. I plan to reinstate this feature on a separate page, as well as redesigning the other pages (like the graybiography) so that they match the front page. All in good time.
One of the ideas I have had for the site is to add a page of food (and drink) sites, as the epicurean is something of a passion for me. I’ve got some ideas for links – I’m thinking of purveyors of your finer foodstuffs more than links to Tesco and the Co-op – but if you have any suggestions, you know what to do.