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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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How to Install Nucleus from Softaculous

Let’s see how to install Nucleus from Softaculous. 1. Find Nucleus in the list – You will be taken to the Overview page where you can view more information about this particular software. 2. Click the Install tab. If you have multiple domains associated with this account, you can select where to install it. 3. The next two boxes require a directory and database name, neither of which should exist on the server. 4. Under Site Settings, enter a Site Name and Site Short Name. These can be changed later on from the application’s Admin Panel. 5. Type the desired Admin Username and Password that should be used. Also, enter a Real Name that will be displayed and the Admin’s Email. In most cases, the defaults above should work fine […]

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How To Install Magento From Softaculous

This guide explains the process of how to install Magento using Softaculous via the cPanel dashboard. This service is available to users on the Domains.co.za cPanel Web Hosting plans. Magento is an open-source e-commerce platform that empowers online retailers with full control over their store’s design, content, and functionality. It offers a flexible shopping cart system along with advanced features for catalogue management, search engine optimisation, and marketing. How to Install Magento from SoftaculousMagento Custom InstallationMagento Quick InstallationAfter a Magento InstallationAdditional InformationBenefits of Using Magento Please ensure you are logged into cPanel to follow along with the tutorial. How to Install M […]

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How To Setup Email Forwarding In cPanel

Email forwarding allow you to redirect emails from one address to another automatically. This is especially useful if you want messages sent to multiple email addresses to arrive in a central inbox, or if you’re using a personal mailbox to monitor a business address. With the cPanel Email Forwarders feature, you can set this up quickly and easily, whether you’re redirecting mail within the same domain or to an external service such as Gmail or Outlook. How To Setup Email Forwarding In cPanelLocate Email ForwardingSetup Email ForwardingHow to Buy Email Hosting in South AfricaAdditional InformationWhy Email Forwarding?Email Forwarding ReminderGeneral Email Forwarding InfoLogin to Domains.co.za AccountLogin to cPanel from you […]

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How To Setup A Site In FileZilla

This article covers how to setup a site in FileZilla. As an FTP client, FileZilla is a widely used, free tool that makes it easy to transfer files between your computer and your Web Hosting server. In the steps below, we’ll walk you through configuring your website in FileZilla, connecting to the server remotely, and managing your website files securely and efficiently. How to Setup a Site in FileZillaAdditional InformationDefinition of Setting Up A Website in FileZilla?FTP – File Transfer Protocol Explained How to Setup a Site in FileZilla This article assumes you have already logged in to your Domains.co.za account, installed FileZilla on your device, and are ready to set up your website using this FTP (File Transfer Pro […]

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Managing Files in 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 manage files and folders in FlashFXP. 1. Right click anywhere in the Remote Server Window. 2. Click Make Folder. 3. Enter a Name for the New Folder here. That’s it! The new folder has been created and can be seen here. 4. Now let’s Rename the folder… Right click the folder to rename – click Rename. 5. Enter the New Name of the folder. The folder has been renamed. 6. Now let’s delete the folder. Right click the folder name – click Delete. That’s it! The folder has been deleted. Now let’s learn how to change file permissions. 7. Right click the file changelog.txt. 8. Click Attributes (CHMOD) […]

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Modifying Fields in Database Tables with phpMyAdmin

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 […]

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How To Install Dotclear From Softaculous

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 […]

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Website Hosting – Glossary of Terms

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 […]

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