September 2012 NEWS
GRID is Now open for Log-ins
Posted Friday 28 Sep 2012
Last night (Thurs) the grid shut down for maintenance and improvements at approximately 11pm IO time, We reopend the grid for beta testers at 8:00 am Fri morning. The testers and Paolino's convened at approximately 10am IO time after the testing to discuss results. Beta testing went wonderfully with the exception on one beta tester. As of now the grid is Open and we welcome you to log in at this time.
We thank all the beta testers who donated their time and efforts!
Last night (Thurs) the grid shut down for maintenance and improvements at approximately 11pm IO time, We reopend the grid for beta testers at 8:00 am Fri morning. The testers and Paolino's convened at approximately 10am IO time after the testing to discuss results. Beta testing went wonderfully with the exception on one beta tester. As of now the grid is Open and we welcome you to log in at this time.
We thank all the beta testers who donated their time and efforts!
Planned Grid Shutdown (Thurs/Fri)
Posted: Wednesday 26 Sep 2012
Thursday at 11pm IO time the grid is scheduled for shutdown for planned maintenance and beta testing. During this planned shutdown one of the things we will be addressing is the asset server. Damean has been hard at writing a new program that deals with the asset server. The program will improve the asset service and the asset store, so we are implementing new mechanisms to achieve that goal. In short this improvement can and will minimize a or completely prevent data loss in the future from the asset server. More specific details of this development will be released at a later date. We have chosen to focus on this issue specifically in light of resident's concerns and with the problems a few residents have had.
After the changes and improvements have been implemented we will be allowing logins only for beta testing before we open Island Oasis for logins in general. We will be having 10-15 beta testers along with the Paolinos beta testing at that time.
Please allow time for this to be completed before logging into the grid. Watch for announcements of grid status and the grid opening. The last time the grid was shut down the number of users attempting to log in all at the same time was astounding; so again, we ask for your patience and ask that you take your time to log into the grid once we are up again. The projected completion of the upgrades and beta testing is approximately 10:30am IO time Friday morning. If the upgrades do not function as planned we will be rolling back to where we currently are now and we will open the grid as planned at the projected time Friday morning. Hope to see you all then!
Thursday at 11pm IO time the grid is scheduled for shutdown for planned maintenance and beta testing. During this planned shutdown one of the things we will be addressing is the asset server. Damean has been hard at writing a new program that deals with the asset server. The program will improve the asset service and the asset store, so we are implementing new mechanisms to achieve that goal. In short this improvement can and will minimize a or completely prevent data loss in the future from the asset server. More specific details of this development will be released at a later date. We have chosen to focus on this issue specifically in light of resident's concerns and with the problems a few residents have had.
After the changes and improvements have been implemented we will be allowing logins only for beta testing before we open Island Oasis for logins in general. We will be having 10-15 beta testers along with the Paolinos beta testing at that time.
Please allow time for this to be completed before logging into the grid. Watch for announcements of grid status and the grid opening. The last time the grid was shut down the number of users attempting to log in all at the same time was astounding; so again, we ask for your patience and ask that you take your time to log into the grid once we are up again. The projected completion of the upgrades and beta testing is approximately 10:30am IO time Friday morning. If the upgrades do not function as planned we will be rolling back to where we currently are now and we will open the grid as planned at the projected time Friday morning. Hope to see you all then!
NEW SERVER ADDED
Posted: Wednesday 26 Sep 2012
We have recently added a new server to the existing system but tonight (Wednesday) yet another new server is being added. The additional server is yet one among the many continuing and planned improvements to Island Oasis.
In addition to the new server we have found that although the upgrade to v0.7.4 did not go as planned we are able to allow a region to run on v0.7.4. As of now thre are 2 regions currently running on the new version and performing wonderfully.
We have recently added a new server to the existing system but tonight (Wednesday) yet another new server is being added. The additional server is yet one among the many continuing and planned improvements to Island Oasis.
In addition to the new server we have found that although the upgrade to v0.7.4 did not go as planned we are able to allow a region to run on v0.7.4. As of now thre are 2 regions currently running on the new version and performing wonderfully.
GRID in excess of 100 Regions
Posted: Wednesday 26 Sep 2012
It is official! Island Oasis is now 100+ regions strong and still growing! New residents continue to join Island Oasis adding to our momentum of continued growth. We welcome each and evry new resident to the grid and wish you our best! We strive for excellence in our customerservice so don't hesitate to let us know if there is somethng you can assit us with. You can reach us through either through the websites or in world.
It is official! Island Oasis is now 100+ regions strong and still growing! New residents continue to join Island Oasis adding to our momentum of continued growth. We welcome each and evry new resident to the grid and wish you our best! We strive for excellence in our customerservice so don't hesitate to let us know if there is somethng you can assit us with. You can reach us through either through the websites or in world.
GRID OPEN FOR LOG INS
Posted: Saturday 22 Sep 2012 9:26am IO time
The upgrade to v0.7.4 was not succesful despite our best efforts. For now Island Oasis has rolled back to v0.7.3. We are loading the last few sims now. Logins will be enabled shortly. It was more important to roll back to allow log ins rather than keep the grid down at this time. After some sleep the Paolino's will be back on to answer questions. Thank you again for your understanding and patience. This does not mean that the upgarde to v0.7.4 will not happen, it just means that the upgrade was unsuccessful at this time. We will keep you informed as a new schedule of deployment for v0.7.4 develops.
The upgrade to v0.7.4 was not succesful despite our best efforts. For now Island Oasis has rolled back to v0.7.3. We are loading the last few sims now. Logins will be enabled shortly. It was more important to roll back to allow log ins rather than keep the grid down at this time. After some sleep the Paolino's will be back on to answer questions. Thank you again for your understanding and patience. This does not mean that the upgarde to v0.7.4 will not happen, it just means that the upgrade was unsuccessful at this time. We will keep you informed as a new schedule of deployment for v0.7.4 develops.
UPGRADE STATUS
Posted: Friday 21 Sep 2012 6:26pm IO time
Damean and Sugar continue working towards a resolution of the planned upgrade to v.0.7.4. Expected completion at present is early monrning tomorrow IO time. Keep watch Here or facebook for notices.
**Store owners with inworld sales can expect a stipend for the time the grid was down based on avg sales. The data for each inworld store owner will be compiled and based on a 2 days reimursement.
**Landowners can expect a partial teir refund for the time the grid was down and they weren't able to access their land.
Damean and Sugar continue working towards a resolution of the planned upgrade to v.0.7.4. Expected completion at present is early monrning tomorrow IO time. Keep watch Here or facebook for notices.
**Store owners with inworld sales can expect a stipend for the time the grid was down based on avg sales. The data for each inworld store owner will be compiled and based on a 2 days reimursement.
**Landowners can expect a partial teir refund for the time the grid was down and they weren't able to access their land.
GRID SHUT DOWN-FOR PERFORMANCE UPGRADES
Posted: Wednesday 19 Sep 2012 11 pm Island Oasis time
The Grid is now down for implementation of v0.7.4. The grid will be down from 11pm IO time until approximately 4am IO time. We thank you for your patience while we update and will welcome you back sometime after 4am. If you are currently logged on you may be logged out.
We will be posting updates on our progress as we proceed.
The Grid is now down for implementation of v0.7.4. The grid will be down from 11pm IO time until approximately 4am IO time. We thank you for your patience while we update and will welcome you back sometime after 4am. If you are currently logged on you may be logged out.
We will be posting updates on our progress as we proceed.
Grid Shut Down for Maintenance
Posted: Wednesday 19 Sep 2012
As scheduled the grid will be shut down today (9-20-12) for the roll out of v0.7.4. If you have activities planned thus afternoon through early evening please change the times as you will not be able to access the grid. Announcements will be made to remind residents again of the grid shut down later today. Again we thank you for your patience as we work for a better environment and an anhanced user end experience.
As scheduled the grid will be shut down today (9-20-12) for the roll out of v0.7.4. If you have activities planned thus afternoon through early evening please change the times as you will not be able to access the grid. Announcements will be made to remind residents again of the grid shut down later today. Again we thank you for your patience as we work for a better environment and an anhanced user end experience.
Beta Testing Continues
Posted: Monday 17 Sep 2012
As testing of the new v0.7.4 continues we are finding smooth sailing and success on many fronts. A list of the feature improvements can be found HERE on the OS release page. There are certain features on the list which would be for Hypergrids which will not effect Island Oasis.
It is planned to have v0.7.4 in effect as of Wednesday, Sept 20, 2012. We will announce the time that the grid will need to be shut down in order to successfully implement this change. Tenatively this will be approx 5 hours Wedneday evening, 11am-4am IO time.
We greatly appreciate your patience as we work towards a better user end experience for everyone.
As testing of the new v0.7.4 continues we are finding smooth sailing and success on many fronts. A list of the feature improvements can be found HERE on the OS release page. There are certain features on the list which would be for Hypergrids which will not effect Island Oasis.
It is planned to have v0.7.4 in effect as of Wednesday, Sept 20, 2012. We will announce the time that the grid will need to be shut down in order to successfully implement this change. Tenatively this will be approx 5 hours Wedneday evening, 11am-4am IO time.
We greatly appreciate your patience as we work towards a better user end experience for everyone.
OS UPGRADE ENTERS BETA TESTING
Posted: Sunday 16 Sep 2012
Island Oasis has been using the OpenSimulator v0.7.3. OpenSimulator is an open source multi-platform, multi-user 3D application server which can be used to create a virtual environment (or world). This is what makes the grid Island Oasis possible, The open source code, while similar to Second Life, does not have all the features of Second Life. Each grid that would choose to create an environment can add to that open source code to bring you many enhnaced features. The fact that the code is open source and can be added to is what has the potential to create unique grids that are not exact clones of one another, while at the same time bringing a familiarity to users who have previous experienced an immersive virtual world.
Island Oasis is pleased to announce that Beta testing is beginning on v0.7.4. Updates and announcements can be found here regarding the the implementation. The upgrade brings with it a greater stability, which we all look forward to. Although Island Oasis, for the most part has less lag than many other grids and we are proud of that, there is no end to wanting to provide you, the user with the best experience possible. In addition to the Beta testing and implementatin of v0.7.4 Island Oasis is also adding new servers. The new servers also will add to the stability of the grid as a whole and allow for expansion of its user base. New users are signing up and staying and making Island Oasis their home whether its for a residential home, a new business and or an existing business looking to expanding their current client base.
We look forward to the continued growth that is to come. As always we look forward to hearing from YOU the user. After the implementation of v.0.7.4 there will be a poll available to hear your feedback.
Island Oasis has been using the OpenSimulator v0.7.3. OpenSimulator is an open source multi-platform, multi-user 3D application server which can be used to create a virtual environment (or world). This is what makes the grid Island Oasis possible, The open source code, while similar to Second Life, does not have all the features of Second Life. Each grid that would choose to create an environment can add to that open source code to bring you many enhnaced features. The fact that the code is open source and can be added to is what has the potential to create unique grids that are not exact clones of one another, while at the same time bringing a familiarity to users who have previous experienced an immersive virtual world.
Island Oasis is pleased to announce that Beta testing is beginning on v0.7.4. Updates and announcements can be found here regarding the the implementation. The upgrade brings with it a greater stability, which we all look forward to. Although Island Oasis, for the most part has less lag than many other grids and we are proud of that, there is no end to wanting to provide you, the user with the best experience possible. In addition to the Beta testing and implementatin of v0.7.4 Island Oasis is also adding new servers. The new servers also will add to the stability of the grid as a whole and allow for expansion of its user base. New users are signing up and staying and making Island Oasis their home whether its for a residential home, a new business and or an existing business looking to expanding their current client base.
We look forward to the continued growth that is to come. As always we look forward to hearing from YOU the user. After the implementation of v.0.7.4 there will be a poll available to hear your feedback.
System Maintenance Please Read
UPDATE Posted: : Saturday 15 Sep 2012 08:20:06 GMT
Island Oasis is starting back up. You can log in. you might have to wait a few mins while we still start up all the other regions but the landing zone is up.
Saturday, 15 Sep 2012 06:34:35 GMT
We will be performing system maitenance tomorrow from 11am IO time to aprox 12:30pm IO time. The grid will be shut down during that time. Before you log in please read our twitter feed displayed on the splash page of your viewer. We will be doing performance tuning on our servers. We will be updating our facebook group and our twitter with our progress.
Thank you,
Damean & Sugar
Island Oasis is starting back up. You can log in. you might have to wait a few mins while we still start up all the other regions but the landing zone is up.
Saturday, 15 Sep 2012 06:34:35 GMT
We will be performing system maitenance tomorrow from 11am IO time to aprox 12:30pm IO time. The grid will be shut down during that time. Before you log in please read our twitter feed displayed on the splash page of your viewer. We will be doing performance tuning on our servers. We will be updating our facebook group and our twitter with our progress.
Thank you,
Damean & Sugar
MONTHLY TOWN HALL MEETING
Island Oasis' Town Hall Meeting is held the first week of every month at the Island Oasis University in one of the conference room. There are 2 times this Meeting is held to accomodate differing time zones.
TIMES: Thursday at 5pm IO time
again on Friday at 10am IO time.
The same information will be covered during both time frames. We would like to see all residents in attendance if possible. Feel free to attend BOTH meetings if you like. Attending the Town Hall Meeting will provide you with up to date information up to that date.
The meeting is conducted in voice, so please have voice avaiable. Mute your mic during core of the meeting while the Paolinos and staff are talking. At the end of the meeting the floor will be open to field residents questions, comments or concerns. As other news develops during the month it will be posted here. We have some new and exciting news for residents! Hope to see you there. A landmark to the Town Hall Meeting is available at the Welcome Zone.
TIMES: Thursday at 5pm IO time
again on Friday at 10am IO time.
The same information will be covered during both time frames. We would like to see all residents in attendance if possible. Feel free to attend BOTH meetings if you like. Attending the Town Hall Meeting will provide you with up to date information up to that date.
The meeting is conducted in voice, so please have voice avaiable. Mute your mic during core of the meeting while the Paolinos and staff are talking. At the end of the meeting the floor will be open to field residents questions, comments or concerns. As other news develops during the month it will be posted here. We have some new and exciting news for residents! Hope to see you there. A landmark to the Town Hall Meeting is available at the Welcome Zone.