In Reply to: Well, I hate to say it, but make is very similar to Ebay..... posted by Raiderman on October 27, 2008 at 14:01:50:
> 6. FYI, I could care less about auctions, so IMHO, having them is
> pretty much a waste of time.
> (I merely want a place to buy and sell.)
Auctions are much more complex and mission critical than a classified. Imagine the server or internet connection going down when a dozen auctions are ending. Havoc. I'm just guessing, but I don't think AA has even a hint of the necessary redundant systems necessary for even a half-way serious commercial web site.
> I realize you are not thrilled with having people pay for ads, because
> you think it will push people away, but I disagree.
I disagree, as well. Get it set up, get the kinks out, enhance it, then when it's gained some momentum, start charging. The implementation challenges of a payment system and the necessary bookkeeping for charging sellers could make the actual classified code look trivial.
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