How do you install Wordpress using cpanel?

Answer 1

Every Web Hosting company provides you access to cPanel after purchasing web space . To install wordpress and other CMS(content management system) in cPanel based blogs, there is an easy option if you have Fantastico addon installed. What you need is to select Wordpress from Fantastico menu in cPanel and install . Then follow simple wizard driven procedure to complete installation.

There's a good video of the process here

http://www.YouTube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=BUOajz7y5Pw

Answer 2

To install Joomla without cpanel you will need to take the following steps:

- FTP the template

- FTP the content images if you added some to the content

- Import the SQL file if you created prior content offline

But the best way to do it is via cpanel. Additionally, if you use cpanel you will be able to update automatically, a lot less work.

I highly recommend cpanel for your Joomla site, why clean a car with a cotton pad when you can go to a car wash? Cpanel Joomla installation takes seconds, manual installation takes nearly an hour.

Answer 3

The WordPress installer is available through your cPanel dashboard on most web plans, including GoDaddy. The following are the steps for a simple installation:

1. Log in to cPanel

Enter your login and code into cPanel using one of the ways mentioned above.

2. Launch the installer

When you go to the cPanel admin interface, scroll down to the Web Applications area and click WordPress to launch the installer.

3. Confirm the installation

When you launch the WordPress installer, it will provide information about the WordPress version you're installing. To proceed, click Install this application.

4. Adjust default settings

Examine the data displayed on the new screen. Many of these settings can be left at their defaults. essentials to look for:

• Make sure to choose the domain where you wish to install WordPress if your account has more than one.
• Make sure the directory column is empty if you want to install WordPress in the site's root:
• In the settings section, enter a memorable administrator name and security, or write down the one provided. The default will be secure but difficult to remember.
• To receive system notifications, configure an administrator email address.
• Enter your website's title and tagline.

5. Complete the installation

Click Install at the bottom right of the screen when you are through making your setting selections.