This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin Now let’s learn how to Edit Fields in database tables 1. Select the Details table on the left2. Let’s edit the Address Field 3. Click the Change icon 4. Make the changes you want, then click Save That’s it! We’ve successfully changed the name of the address field to city This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to modify fields in a table using phpMyAdmin […]
This guide explains the process of how to install Dotclear using Softaculous via the cPanel dashboard. This service is available to users on the Domains.co.za cPanel Web Hosting plans. Dotclear, a popular open-source blogging platform, is readily accessible through Softaculous, streamlining the installation process for users. Using Softaculous to install Dotclear provides a straightforward and efficient method for setting up your blog or website, particularly beneficial for those who are uncomfortable with manual installation. Please ensure you are logged into cPanel to follow along with the tutorial. How to Install Dotclear from SoftaculousDotclear Custom InstallationDotclear Quick InstallationAfter a Dotclear InstallationA […]
The following is a glossary of popular words associated with web hosting.AddressThe unique identifier, or location, of a web page, that may be referred to as a Web Address or URL (Uniformed Resource Locator).Anonymous FTP (Anon FTP)A method for downloading and uploading files using FTP protocol without having a username or a password. In place of a username, the word “anonymous” is used, and in place of a password, an email address is usually used. If a hosting plan offers this service, your users will be able to download or upload files with FTP without having to have an account.AppletRefers to a small Java program designed to run in a Web browser. Java applets run in a sandbox, so they can’t perform unauthorized functions l […]
Webmail in cPanel is a feature offered by cPanel hosting services that provides an efficient way to manage your emails directly from your web browser. At Domains.co.za, we recognise how important efficient communication is for both personal and professional use. That’s why we’ve integrated cPanel Webmail into our hosting services, providing you with an intuitive platform for all your email management needs. cPanel Webmail allows you to access your emails securely and conveniently from any web browser. There’s no need to install or configure email clients – everything you need is easily accessible through your cPanel dashboard. Understanding how to use Webmail from cPanel can help you stay connected and manage your email co […]
This tutorial assumes you already have FileZilla 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 from your Local Drive that you would like to upload. To select multiple files, press CTRL on your keyboard. 2. Right click the selected files and click Upload. That’s it! The files have been uploaded to the remote server and can be seen here. Let’s learn how to download files. First let’s delete one from the local directory and then download it from the remote server. 3. Right click on the changelog.txt file and click Delete. The file has been deleted. Let’s download it from the remote server now. 4. Select the changelog.tx […]
This tutorial assumes you already have FTP Voyager running on your computer, but have not connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to configure our website in FTP Voyager. 1. Select don’t ask this again, and click use the site profile manager directly. You can create a folder to save your particular websites’ logins. This is useful, for example, when you want to keep work and personal websites separate. 2. Click New Folder. 3. Enter a Name for the new folder. 4. Click Save. Now let’s configure a new site inside this New Folder. 5. Keeping demosites selected, click the New Site button. 6. Enter a Name or Label for this new site (this is for your reference only) 7. Then enter the server address.Note: the host a […]
This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to phpMyAdmin Now let’s learn how to Rename database tables 1. Click the Database Table you wish to rename on the left 2. Then click the Operations button 3. Enter a New Name for the Database Table – click Go That’s it! The information table has been renamed infotable, and is listed here This is the end of the tutorial. You now know how to rename database tables using phpMyAdmin […]
This Knowledgebase article will show you how to install Textpattern from Softaculous. Textpattern is a versatile platform for creating and managing websites of all types and sizes. Whether you’re a blogger, designer, developer, or business owner, Textpattern provides the tools and features needed to build professional blogs. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Textpattern via Softaculous using the cPanel Dashboard, available to users on one of Domains.co.za’s Web Hosting plans. Install Textpattern from SoftaculousFor Textpattern Quick InstallFor Textpattern Custom InstallAfter Quick and Custom InstallationsAdditional InformationKey Features Of TextpatternLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin […]
This article covers how to backup a website in cPanel, as well as how to restore a backup copy of the data. Backing up your website is a vital part of maintaining its security. Whether you face system failures, security breaches, coding errors, or compatibility issues, having reliable backup data can save you from potential data loss and downtime. Domains.co.za offers daily website backups with all Web Hosting plans, ensuring your data is always protected. This guide provides essential information on the importance of backups and how to back up your website manually using cPanel. IMPORTANT: Although we have included the process below, we do NOT recommend using the cPanel interface for backing up your website. Added to this, […]
This tutorial assumes you already have FileZilla running on your computer and are connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to manage files and folders in FileZilla. 1. Right click anywhere here in the Remote Server Window. 2. Click Create Directory.3. Click OK. 4. Now let’s Rename the folder. Right click on it. 5. Click Rename. 6. Let’s learn how to Delete. Right click on the folder name – click Delete. The directory was successfully deleted! Let’s learn how to change file permissions. 7. Right click on a file name – click File Permissions. 8. Select the proper permissions and click OK. That’s it! Permissions for the file have been successfully changed. This is the end of the tutorial. You should now know how to ma […]
