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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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How to Find Softaculous in cPanel

Softaculous is an auto installer for cPanel and DirectAdmin that lets you quickly install a variety of web applications. These applications, also called scripts, make it easy for you to make the most of your web hosting account. Some of the categories of scripts that Softaculous lets you install; include Blogs, Portals & Content Management Systems, Forums, and E-Commerce. 1. Scroll down and click the Softaculous icon under the  Software / Services section, or use type in Softaculous in the Find field, as you type, cPanel will filter out anything that doesn’t match what you type. 2. Softaculous will open and you are now ready to begin installing applications on your server. […]

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How to Install MODx from Softaculous

MODx is a content management system, so scroll down until you find the CMS group in the menu. 1. Select MODx – You will be taken to the software’s Overview page where you can view information about it before installing. 2. Go to Install. All the defaults for these options should be fine for most purposes, but we’ll take a look at them anyway. If you have multiple domains on your account, you can choose where to install MODx. 3. The next two boxes allow you to set the directory and database name which should not exist on the server yet. 4. Set the Site Name here. This can be changed later from the software’s Admin Panel.5. Enter a Username, Password and Admin Email for the Admin Account. 6. Click Install. After a moment, the […]

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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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How to Decide which Script in Softaculous is right for you

Softaculous contains 379 scripts and applications (as at 2022-12), so how do you choose the one that’s right for you? Conveniently, Softaculous does contain both a rating system and demos of each software that it includes to help make it easier. 1. Let’s look at Script Ratings by clicking on any logo, you can view or rate a script.2. Under the Ratings tab, you can clearly see how many people have rated the script and the average rating at the bottom. 3. Now let’s look at Script Demos, by clicking on a logo you can view the demo. 4. This demo of WordPress will let you try out the program without having to install it first. When you are done, go back to Softaculous. 6. In addition, under Script Demos, click any title to go to t […]

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How To Install phpBB From Softaculous

phpBB, short for PHP Bulletin Board, is a free and open-source forum software built using the PHP programming language. It enables users to create and manage online discussion forums where people can post messages, engage in discussions, share information, and collaborate on various topics. This guide explains the process of installing phpBB via Softaculous using the cPanel dashboard, available to users on one of the Domains.co.za hosting plans. How to Install phpBB from SoftaculousHow to Quick Install phpBBHow to Custom Install phpBBAfter phpBB Quick and Custom InstallationsAdditional InformationBenefits of using phpBBLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from your Domains.co.za Dashboard How to Install phpBB from S […]

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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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Configuring your Website in FTP Voyager

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 […]

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