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Why should I change the name of the default admin user immediately after the Joomla installation?

The default Super Administrator account which is created during the Joomla installation, is called “admin”. You do protect it with a password at the final steps of the installation, but still leaving the username to this well known default value … Continued

How to filter HTML code in Joomla 2.5?

You can define different filtering options regarding the entered HTML code by the members of the different user groups. The HTML filtering configuration can be set through the Joomla 2.5 admin area -> Site -> Global Configuration -> Text Filters. … Continued

How to integrate a forum in Joomla 2.5?

There are different forum extensions that can be integrated in Joomla 2.5. Universal components like JFusion allow the integration of 3rd party scripts in Joomla. For example JFusion provides the integration of forum applications like vBulletin, phpBB, SMF, MyBB in Joomla 2.5. … Continued

How to find all available modules positions in a Joomla 2.5 template?

In order to see the template positions on which you can set your modules open the Joomla 2.5 admin area ->Extensions -> Template Manager -> Options -> Preview Module Positions -> Enabled -> Save. Then open the front page and add the … Continued

How to protect Joomla from spam?

In order to protect your Joomla application from unwanted messages, you can use the Akismet component for Joomla (there are versions for both Joomla 1.0.x and 1.5.x). This component is based on the Automattic Kismet (Akismet) project, which is dedicated to fighting spam. … Continued

What is Joomla 1.5?

Joomla 1.5 is a free Content Management System (CMS). It is absolutely free (GNU / GPL license) and provides unmet features for creating dynamic web content. By following our Joomla 1.5 tutorial you can create a fully-functioning website with Joomla in just … Continued

How to install Joomla 1.0.x modules?

You can install Joomla 1.0.x modules from its administrator’s panel, Installers –> Modules option. Upload the module’s archive file using the Browse button. Once installed you can activate the module from the Modules –> Site Modules section. You can also find installation instructions which … Continued

How to install a language pack in VirtueMart?

First you should install the chosen language pack for Joomla. You can find detailed instructions in our article on how to install a new language in Joomla 1.5. Joomla language packs can be downloaded from the official repository. Then, upload the corresponding … Continued

Additional Joomla resources – templates, components and modules

The official Joomla website. The official Joomla documentation. The official support forum of Joomla. The official Joomla extensions. XonHost Joomla tutorials. XonHost free professional Joomla templates. XonHost provides the best Joomla hosting and we will assist you with any Joomla problems/questions you … Continued

How to migrate my local Joomla installation to the Joomla installation on my hosting account

First you should know that your Joomla application (portal) consists of two components: Joomla files and Joomla database. The files and folders of your Joomla application contain the scripts and core application code. The Joomla database contains all records for your website … Continued