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How To Install WordPress Via Softaculous

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process how to install WordPress from Softaculous via the cPanel dashboard, available to users on Domains.co.za’s hosting plans. Make sure you’re logged into cPanel before we get started. WordPress is an open-source content management system (CMS) that has become a powerhouse for websites worldwide since its debut in 2003 as a blogging platform. Over the years, it has evolved into a versatile CMS, allowing users to create, customise, and manage a diverse array of websites, from personal blogs and portfolios to e-commerce sites and business platforms. How To Install WordPress Via SoftaculousFor WordPress Quick InstallFor WordPress Custom InstallAfter WordPress Quick and Custom […]

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How To Install MediaWiki From Softaculous

This guide shows you how to install MediaWiki from Softaculous using the cPanel dashboard, available to users with a cPanel Web Hosting plan from Domains.co.za. MediaWikiis an open-source wiki software used by Wikipedia and scores of other websites and wikis. Originally created to support Wikipedia, MediaWiki has grown to serve a wide range of projects under the Wikimedia Foundation. Designed to handle high traffic volumes, MediaWiki is ideal for websites that anticipate millions of visitors each day. Its architecture supports efficient operation on large server farms, ensuring stable performance even with significant usage. How to Install MediaWiki from SoftaculousMediaWiki Custom InstallationMediaWiki Quick InstallationAft […]

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How To Create Custom Error Pages In cPanel

Here is how to create custom error pages for maintaining a professional appearance, providing helpful guidance, and improving user experience on your website. Error pages are displayed to visitors when they encounter problems accessing your site. Each issue is identified by a specific code, such as a 404 error for nonexistent URLs or a 401 error for unauthorised access attempts. Here, we explain how to create custom error pages using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on one of the Domains.co.za cPanel Web Hosting plans. This guide assumes you have cPanel access and are logged in. Creating a Custom Error Page in cPanelLogin to Your Domains cPanelAccess your Error PagesCustomise your Error PageAdditional InformationBene […]

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Configuring your Website in FlashFXP

This tutorial assumes you already have FlashFXP running on your computer, but have not connected to a remote server. Configuring your website in FlashFXP. 1. Click Sites on the Menu bar 2. Select Site Manager. You can create a group where you can save your particular websites’ logins. This is useful, for example, when you want to keep work and personal websites separate. 3. Click the New Group button. 4. Enter a Name Now let’s configure a new site inside this New Group folder. 5. Keeping demosites selected, click the New Site button. 6. Enter a Site Name (this is for your reference only) 7. Under the General Tab, select Connection Type 8. Select Address – the host address can be in the form of ftp.yourdomain.com, your […]

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Importing Databases and Tables with phpMyAdmin

This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin Now let’s learn how to Import a Database 1. Select the Database you wish to import on the left Assuming that the data in your Details Table is corrupt, and you now want to import a saved (exported) copy of the data. 2. First Delete/Drop the existing Details Table from your database 3. Click on Browse to select the saved copy of your database, which includes the Details Table. 4. Click Open to Import the saved copy. That’s it! The demo1234_members database has been successfully imported. This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to import databases and tables using phpMyAdmin […]

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How to Install WordPress MU from Softaculous

WordPress MU, or Multi-User, is different from WordPress in that it allows you to run multiple blogs with a single installation. 1. Click WordPress MU – This Overview page shows you information about the software before installing. 2. Click Install. The default settings here should work for most purposes. If you have multiple domains on one account, you can select where to install. 3. The next two boxes let you set the directory and database name which will be created upon installation. 4. You can set the Site Name and Description here. These can be changed later from the admin panel of the software. 5. Enter the Admin Password and Email. Note that the Admin Username must be left as Admin. 6. Click Install. After a moment, t […]

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How To Install Zen Cart From Softaculous

In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process how to install Zen Cart via Softaculous using the cPanel Dashboard, available to users on Domains.co.za’s Hosting plans. Please ensure you’re logged into cPanel before we begin. Zen Cart is an open-source ecommerce platform that provides a useful solution for building and managing online stores. Originally developed as an extension of eCommerce, it has since evolved into a distinct platform known for its community support, customisation options, and user-friendly design. Installing Zen Cart from SoftaculousFor Zen Cart Quick InstallFor Zen Cart Custom InstallAfter Zen Cart Quick and Custom InstallationsAdditional InformationBenefits Of Using Zen CartLogin to Domains […]

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How To Setup A Cron Job In cPanel

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process of how to setup a cron job using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on one of Domains.co.za’s Web Hosting plans. Automating routine tasks with cron jobs is an effective way to optimise server maintenance and ensure seamless application deployment. Cron jobs allow you to schedule commands or scripts to run automatically at specified intervals, such as daily, weekly, or monthly.For instance, you could set up a weekly cron job to automatically delete temporary files, which can enhance system performance and conserve disk space. This automation not only improves operational efficiency but also frees up time and resources for other critical tasks. IMPORTANT: You need to h […]

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Uploading Files using FlashFXP

This tutorial assumes you already have FlashFXP running on your computer and are connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to upload or transfer a file to a remote server. 1. Select a few files you would like to upload. To select multiple files, press CTRL on your keyboard. 2. Now click the Upload button. That’s it! The files have been uploaded to the remote server as can be seen here. Now let’s learn how to download a file. First let’s delete one of the files from our local computer that we previously uploaded. 3. Select changelog.txt, right click on it and select Delete. The file has now been deleted. Let’s go ahead and Download it. 5. Select changelog.txt from the Remote Server and click the Download icon. That’s […]

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Inserting Fields into Database Tables with phpMyAdmin

This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin Now let’s learn how to Insert Fields into database tables 1. Select the Details table on the left 2. In this case, let’s choose to add an Address field AFTER the Name field 3. Select the Type of filed – as an address can be a combination i.e alpha-numeric, select VARCHAR 4. Enter the Length/Value maximum number of characters that you want to allow for this field. 5. Click Save when finished That’s it! Our Details table now has a new Address field This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to add fields in a table using phpMyAdmin […]

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