Can't work out the thread layout

[Fosscati]

I can't get the hang of these threads. If I click on my email URL that tells me about a posting it doesn't take me to that posting - only to the thread. I can't get the last posting to load up and often the last page actually becomes the first page. Why is this? what's happening with these thread layouts and how do I change the settings so I always read down the pages in chronological order?

[misteright1_99]

You have to set the settings. At the top of page click quick links, then edit options, then scoll down to "Thread display options" they are near the bottom....