Ok, I'm on the search for some forum software and I'm not sure what I'd rather go with, vB or IPB.

Honestly, I can't tell the difference other than a few minor differences. How is the admin panel? I'm looking for something quite simple (admin panel), very safe (security wise), and very modifiable.

I know both have pretty much all of those, but which is better in each category?

Also, with the whole license thing, I take it after the license expires, you can still use the software? Or do you have to take it down.

Thanks.