boardandthread
Boardandthread is a term used to describe an online discussion platform organized into boards and threads. It refers to a generic architectural model rather than a specific product, and can apply to a variety of forum-style systems.
In this model, a board serves as a topical container for related discussions. Within each board, users
Common features of boardandthread systems include user accounts or optional anonymous posting, message editing and deletion,
Historically, the board-and-thread model traces to early bulletin boards and Usenet-style forums and has since evolved
Related concepts include forums, bulletin board systems, and imageboards. Boardandthread representations emphasize structured topics (boards) and