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How to Change Softaculous Settings and Email Settings

This tutorial will show you how to change the Settings and Email Settings in Softaculous. 1. Click the Tools icon.2. Under User Settings you can set your preferred Language, Collapse (or Expand) all the menus at the left, and set your Timezone. 3. When you are done, click Edit Settings. 4. Let’s see how to change email settings – click the Mail icon. 5. Under Email Settings, you can change the Email Address where mail will be sent to. 6. Installation Emails – leave this box checked to send an email containing setup details when a script is installed. 7. Remove Installations – leave this box checked to send an email when a software is removed. 8. Click Edit Email Settings. That’s it! You now know how to edit settings and email […]

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How To Install Piwigo From Softaculous

In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of how to install Piwigo from Softaculous using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on one of Domains.co.za’s Web Hosting plans. Before we start, please ensure you are logged into cPanel. If you’re looking to create and manage photo galleries for your website, Piwigo offers a versatile platform. Its user-friendly interface and customisable features make it a popular choice. How to Install Piwigo from SoftaculousPiwigo Custom InstallationPiwigo Quick InstallationAfter a Piwigo InstallationAdditional InformationBenefits of Using Piwigo Please ensure you are logged into cPanel to follow along with the tutorial. How to Install Piwigo from Softaculous This article assum […]

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How To Setup Domain Redirects In cPanel

Websites often change by registering a new domain name, altering their URL structure, or relocating pages. These changes can cause issues when maintaining traffic levels, preserving SEO rankings, and ensuring a positive user experience. This is where domain redirects become necessary. In this guide, we show you how to set up domain redirects using the cPanel dashboard. How to Setup Domain Redirects in cPanelAdditional InformationAdvantages of Using Domain Redirection on Your WebsiteLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Setup Domain Redirects in cPanel This article assumes that you have already logged into cPanel from your Domains.co.za Account. 1. From your cPanel Dashboard, s […]

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How To Upload Files With SmartFTP

This articles covers the steps on how to upload files with SmartFTP client. SmartFTP is a widely used FTP client designed to upload, download, and manage files on FTP servers. It stands out because of its advanced features, user-friendly interface, compatibility with Windows systems, powerful security, scripting support, and high performance. These attributes make it a top choice for individuals and businesses seeking a reliable and versatile FTP client for their file transfer needs. How To Upload Files With SmartFTPHow To Download Files With SmartFTPAdditional InformationFeatures of SmartFTP How To Upload Files With SmartFTP Here are the steps on how to upload or transfer a file to a remote server using SmartFTP. This tutor […]

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Exporting Databases and Tables with phpMyAdmin

This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin: 1. Now let’s learn how to export a database – click the Database you wish to export 2. Then click the Export button 3. In this case, we want to export the entire database in SQL format, so we can easily import it later. This is a good way to backup your database4. Be sure to check any Options you want before proceeding 5. Check the Save as File checkbox, then click GoThat’s it! The demo1234_members database has been exported to our local computer If you only wanted to export a table, and not the entire database, follow these steps Remember that exporting tables only exports the selected tables within a database, whereas exporting a database will export all table […]

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How To Install Serendipity From Softaculous

This article will show you how to install Serendipity from Softaculous. Serendipity provides a powerful blogging platform with an extensive range of features, customisation options, and community support. It is an excellent choice for bloggers, writers, and content creators who want to build and manage their website. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Serendipity via Softaculous using the cPanel Dashboard, available to users on one of Domains.co.za’s Web Hosting plans. How to Install Serendipity from SoftaculousFor Quick Install SerendipityFor Custom Install SerendipityAfter Quick and Custom InstallationsAdditional InformationKey Benefits Of Using SerendipityLogin to Domains.co.za Account […]

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How To Install DokuWiki From Softaculous

This guide explains how to install DokuWiki through Softaculous, which is accessed by using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on one of the Domains.co.za cPanel web hosting plans. Installing DokuWiki via Softaculous offers a convenient and efficient way to set up a wiki website. It simplifies the process, saves time, and enhances security by automating the installation with optimised settings. DokuWiki is a popular open-source wiki software that lets users create and manage documentation collaboratively. The platform also stores its data in text files rather than a database, making it easy to install, manage, and back up. By using plugins and templates, users easily customise DokuWiki to suit their specific requiremen […]

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How to Create a MySQL Database in cPanel

This demo assumes you’ve already logged in to cPanel, now let’s learn how to create a MySQL database 1. Click MySQL Database Wizard2. Enter a name for the new database3. Click Next Step 4. Now we have to create a user for this database… enter a Username5. Then enter and confirm a Password6. When ready, click Create User 7. Check All Privileges to assign to the User…8. … then click Next Step That’s it! The MySQL database has been created, and the new user added to the database. The database name, username and password will all be needed for scripts that need to connect to the database This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to create and setup MySQL databases […]

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Managing Files in SmartFTP

This tutorial assumes you already have SmartFTP running on your computer and are connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to manage files and folders in SmartFTP. 1. Click New Folder. 2. Enter a Name for the new folder here. That’s it! The new folder has been created and can be seen here. 3. Now let’s Rename the folder, keep the folder selected, then click the Rename icon. 4. Then enter the New Name for the folder. The folder has been renamed. 5. Now let’s Delete the folder – select the folder name and click the Delete icon. That’s it! The folder has been deleted. Now let’s learn how to change file permissions. 6. Select the file changelog.txt 7. Click the Properties icon. 9. Select the Permissions tab. 10. Now let […]

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Becoming familiar with Databases in phpMyAdmin

This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin, now let’s familiarize ourselves with databases and phpmyadmin. A database consists of one or more tables, and it is in the tables that database information is recorded. From this phpMyAdmin screen, we have access directly to the database demo1234_members, listed here. – This particular database has two tables called details and information, and they are listed under the Database Name 1. Click the Database Name on the left hand side 2. From here we can see more information about the tables contained in the database, where several Actions can be performed: – Browse a table to see the individual records- View the Structure of a table and perform certain actions- […]

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