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  • #1

    PWC downloading versus other methods?

    I am curious about one thing. Has admin here considered using alternative methods of updating the clientpack than downloading the HUGE file each time you guys update the module?

    I have seen on other worlds the use of the program Audolo with great success. http://nwvault.ign.com/View.php?view...ls.Detail&id=5

    Helps those that do not have a nice and high bandwidth a lot, as you do not have to download everything over and over. There might be better programs than this available, but alas I do not know of any.

    I am aware that obsidian has said that they are working on something else to make this easier...but that is probably in the future. We are living in the now

    Pros:
    • Saves bandwidth both for player and for server. A lot of it actually
    • Allows for more quicker smaller updates. Only the new areas/updates are downloaded. Untouched areas stay.
    • With smaller updates being readily available, you can easier implement player-created happenings and the like. A friend of mine came up with the idea of a graveyard for Pd'ed characters with a tombstone and all An incentive to get rid of that character you know people hate
    • Easier to make sure you are running the current version.
    Cons:
    • Lag issues? Not sure if the system the program works with introduces lag or not. I am not a tech, so that is up to GBX *throws it like a grenade and runs*
    Keep up the good work and keep on rockin'

    Catch you all IG!
    Player of: Sakamoto. Warrior following the Way of the Blade.

    I can hear what you're thinking,
    All your doubts and fears,
    And if you look in my eyes, in time you'll find,
    The reason I'm here.
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  • #2
    Mmm, it sounds nice, but lag will be annoying.

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    • #3
      We've thoroughly considered all methods long before the first client pack was ever released. Yes this system does introduce lag. And in case you haven't noticed we release patches . People don't have to redownload the client pack again, you're only downloading what changed. Right now we have the perfect solution that fits Sundren.
      The very existence of flame-throwers proves that some time, somewhere, someone said to themselves, You know, I want to set those people over there on fire, but I'm just not close enough to get the job done.

      George Carlin

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      • #4
        Ahh, didn't know about the patch

        I was afraid of the lag-issues as I noticed that on the server Forgotten Realms when I played there awhile ago. Thanks for the information.
        Player of: Sakamoto. Warrior following the Way of the Blade.

        I can hear what you're thinking,
        All your doubts and fears,
        And if you look in my eyes, in time you'll find,
        The reason I'm here.

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        • #5
          Hah. And the patches that the Sundren team releases are so professional looking... and functional... I don't mind sticking with what we're doing.
          Player behind ~ Ohgmek

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          • #6
            Plus, why is 150 mb still considered 'huge' these days. People still use phone line connections ? O_o
            Fret and fear, for Europe is near.

            Desmonia Flashir

            GBX: I'm a level 20 programmer for sure in real life. I know more about CPU's, software, Windows, etc, than most people know about their own children.

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            • #7
              The way the client pack installed is one of the clues that this was going to be a great server.
              Evander Aratath

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Clutch View Post
                Plus, why is 150 mb still considered 'huge' these days. People still use phone line connections ? O_o
                quite a few ISPs have limits to how much you can DL, so the file of 150 MB can be a pain for some despite having a nice bandwidth. and yes there are still people using dial-up unfortunately. My parents included there lol.
                Player of: Sakamoto. Warrior following the Way of the Blade.

                I can hear what you're thinking,
                All your doubts and fears,
                And if you look in my eyes, in time you'll find,
                The reason I'm here.

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                • #9
                  First law of engineering, if ain't broke, don't fix it.
                  Myrddin Ariandraig

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                  • #10
                    i personally think the way it is now is ideal, 60mb or so isn't actual that long a download if you have a decent connection. plus it places everything in the correct files. i dont know what more you would want
                    Lady Isiovien, Drow (retired)

                    Esiela, Tiefling Wizard

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                    • #11
                      The patches are the way to go. Audolo, from personal experience, is a bit over the head of someone who is less knowledgeable about computers

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