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As many of you may know, the PSUPedia has had some hosting problems in the past, and has recently moved to a much more stable server. Until now, hosting for the wiki has been graciously provided by [[User:DreamXG|DreamXG]], but with increased stability comes increased costs. It had been decided long ago never to allow advertising on the wiki, so we are now accepting donations to offset the increased cost of the server.
 
As many of you may know, the PSUPedia has had some hosting problems in the past, and has recently moved to a much more stable server. Until now, hosting for the wiki has been graciously provided by [[User:DreamXG|DreamXG]], but with increased stability comes increased costs. It had been decided long ago never to allow advertising on the wiki, so we are now accepting donations to offset the increased cost of the server.
  
====Do I have to donate?====
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== Frequently asked questions ==
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=== Do I have to donate? ===
 
While no one should feel obligated to donate, we would encourage users who appreciate the resources the wiki provides to consider making a small contribution.
 
While no one should feel obligated to donate, we would encourage users who appreciate the resources the wiki provides to consider making a small contribution.
====How much should I donate?====
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=== How much should I donate? ===
 
This is entirely up to you. The operating cost of the server is roughly $30 USD per month, so even a small donation will go a long way.
 
This is entirely up to you. The operating cost of the server is roughly $30 USD per month, so even a small donation will go a long way.
====What do I get for donating?====
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=== What do I get for donating? ===
 
The feeling of knowing that you helped keep the site operational. If the donation is done correctly, you should experience a slightly warm feeling inside. This is a perfectly normal reaction.
 
The feeling of knowing that you helped keep the site operational. If the donation is done correctly, you should experience a slightly warm feeling inside. This is a perfectly normal reaction.
====Is my donation tax-deductible?====
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=== Is my donation tax-deductible? ===
 
No.
 
No.
===How can I donate?===
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=== How can I donate? ===
 
You can donate via PayPal by [https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9522817 clicking here]. Only $30 a month is required to keep the wiki's hosting alive, so please consider making a small contribution.
 
You can donate via PayPal by [https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9522817 clicking here]. Only $30 a month is required to keep the wiki's hosting alive, so please consider making a small contribution.
====Ok, I donated.====
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Thanks. Your generosity is much appreciated.
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=== OK, I donated. ===
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Thanks. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
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== Total donations ==
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
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! Month !! Total donations<ref>The total displayed here takes into account the small fee PayPal charges for each transaction.</ref> !! Server cost difference
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| December 2009 || <font color=#009900>$9.41</font> || <font color=#990000>$20.59</font>
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| January 2010 || <font color=#000000>$0.00</font> || <font color=#990000>$30.00</font>
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|}
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== Reference notes ==
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<references/>

Revision as of 22:54, 20 December 2009

As many of you may know, the PSUPedia has had some hosting problems in the past, and has recently moved to a much more stable server. Until now, hosting for the wiki has been graciously provided by DreamXG, but with increased stability comes increased costs. It had been decided long ago never to allow advertising on the wiki, so we are now accepting donations to offset the increased cost of the server.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to donate?

While no one should feel obligated to donate, we would encourage users who appreciate the resources the wiki provides to consider making a small contribution.

How much should I donate?

This is entirely up to you. The operating cost of the server is roughly $30 USD per month, so even a small donation will go a long way.

What do I get for donating?

The feeling of knowing that you helped keep the site operational. If the donation is done correctly, you should experience a slightly warm feeling inside. This is a perfectly normal reaction.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

No.

How can I donate?

You can donate via PayPal by clicking here. Only $30 a month is required to keep the wiki's hosting alive, so please consider making a small contribution.

OK, I donated.

Thanks. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

Total donations

Month Total donations[1] Server cost difference
December 2009 $9.41 $20.59
January 2010 $0.00 $30.00

Reference notes

  1. The total displayed here takes into account the small fee PayPal charges for each transaction.