which free directory script u suggest?

im looking for a free directory script that has also free templates. somehow i cant find free tempaltes for Dew-NewPHPLinks and with free phpld i odnt liek that i have to link them everywhere.

any other suggestions or thoughts?

You could try the wordpress + link directory template that has been doing the rounds in the download section. I'd suggest phpld but you've already stated that you're not a fan.

Well my only experience is with ArticleMS, but it has been a good experience! I would recommend it . It is free, templates are available but not many but you can make your own. Also it has some nice plugins available , like Unique Article Writer, so you can get content automatically when your site is just starting so it is not completely empty!

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Ok I assumed article directory, but I would guess ArticleMS could be modified to be used as a link directory.