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Status Update: Which Blog-Host?

I've been using Blogger for about two months plus now. I'm generally quite happy with it, except for a few complaints.

1. There seems to be a timelag for my blog to update, whenever I make changes. But then again, I'm wondering if this has got to do with my PC setting instead. Updates should be instant wat....?!
2. I can't seem to upload a photo for my profile without a photo-host. Well, not that it's very difficult to do...but just some constraints...and er...not so straightforward lor. Well, maybe it's better I don't put my mug on the page anyway.
3. There is no way I can do secure posts (unless I restrict access to my blog in totallity)...and I have an urge to grumble about work....aaargh!

Other than the above, it's very friendly to use, has most of what I want, and abit more plus points than Blog-City, e.g. can plaster music from radio.blog.club quite easily, nicer graphics, etc.

Recently went back to Blog-City to look for an entry. Then, I discovered w.e.f. 1 Jan 08, they are going to charge all their users. This means my blog will be deleted after 31 Dec 07, if I don't subscribe with them. First emotion felt...sad. Second, slight panic. Third...bo chap.

Sad because...what about the wealth of stuff I blogged about in the past...deleted in cyber space. Then not so sad, because while I was a Premium User, I managed to back-up lots of stuff, just that I don't think it's complete. But, anyway, I've about 9 months to look into this.

Final decision: It is at Blogger (Free)..I'll stay...for now.

PS: The analogy of blogging is like building a home is really quite apt. E.g. Buying furniture to decorate house = Building the Blog with different widgets & interesting stuff. Changing Blog Host = Shifting Home.

Trial Period

Currently testing out the new and improved Blogger that lessens the (ordinary) user's need to deal with HTML or CSS. So far, it's looking pretty good and easy to use.

Will tentatively use and build this site for awhile before deciding if I should move my blog here instead.