The picture below is from the last in-person WordPress Meet up in Virginia Beach. At the time, the concern was more about space and the food that would be available for the attendees. Months later, everything has changed. The pandemic has led to changes in work and social lives. However, for local WordPress Meetups, this Read More >
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Unsplash WordPress Plugin Allows Image Search from Editor
Unsplash, the free stock image platform, has recently launched a WordPress plugin that allows users to easily search for and add Unsplash images directly to their WordPress site via a block added to the editor. If you’re unfamiliar, Unsplash has hundreds of high-resolution, photographer submitted images available for free use. The plugin, which was created Read More >
How to Install GoAccess Web Analytics on Debian
GoAccess is a light-weight free open source log analyzer. Matomo and other self-hosted website analytics applications use PHP and a SQL database to manage web analytics data. Other applications including Google Analytics and Mixpanel store the data externally. GoAccess uses your pre-existing server logs to provide web analytics data you can easily manipulate within your Read More >
How to Install PIP
PIP (Python Installs Packages) is a package management system designed to install and manage software packages written in the Python language. While most installations of Python come preinstalled, it may sometimes be necessary to manually install PIP on your machine. PIP can be installed on all major operating systems, including most varieties of Linux distributions. Read More >
How to Install MongoDB
While there are several different types of database software available, MongoDB is a popular and feature-rich alternative to other software such as MySQL. As this software is not frequently pre-installed on Linux-based hosts, you may find yourself needing to install MongoDB on your CentOS or Ubuntu server. In this guide, we will outline how to Read More >
How to Create and Edit Pages and Posts in WordPress
Pages and posts are essential, foundational elements for all WordPress websites. No matter the purpose of your website, you will have pages, posts, or both for your site to function properly. There are a few differences between pages and posts, but creating and editing them is pretty much the same. Remember that when you edit or Read More >
How WordPress Helped Small Businesses During COVID-19
In March of 2020, the US started to shut down due to COVID-19 and around 30 million small businesses felt the impact. As schools closed and people begin to shelter at home, small businesses immediately felt the pressure as foot traffic halted. Small business owners needed to adapt to the new stay at home environment Read More >
Ansible and Docker
When automating your data center infrastructure, it is important to understand the various technologies that are available to you, as well as how the individual technologies can be used in combination to better suit the individual needs of your operation. For example, both Ansible and Docker exist as solutions for the automation of server software Read More >
How to Wrap Text in Emacs
Emacs is a high level open source cross platform text editor. The first time you open Emacs you might start typing and realize your text rolls right past the right margin of your editor frame and continues into nowhere. For most users, wrapping text (or, soft wrap) is more visually appealing, and helps keep a Read More >
How to Open a Port in UFW
UncomplicatedFirewall (UFW) is a command-line, frontend iptables manager, similar to Firewalld and ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF). It’s beneficial to understand basic UFW commands since it’s pre-installed with many Ubuntu-based operating systems (OSs) including Mint. Those configuring UFW for a desktop system who prefer not to use the CLI can use the GUFW GUI application. Read More >
OpenStack is at the core of our Infrastructure as a Service product, featuring hosted private cloud. We also use OpenStack to provide IT services to our own staff. As both active users of OpenStack and the first to create on demand hosted private cloud on OpenStack, we want to share our experiences with OpenStack. You can find more information in our OpenMetal Cloud Product Guide as well.
Documentation Links
OpenStack Cloud Operator’s Manual
OpenStack Operator’s Manual — Extended
OpenStack Cloud User’s Manual
If you are going to be an operator and a user, the best place to start would be with our OpenStack Cloud Operator’s Manual and a Small OpenMetal Private Cloud Core. With a pre-configured OpenStack and Ceph, this manual is designed to get an experienced system administrator up to speed on running and using OpenStack and Ceph in roughly 40 hours of hands on training and experimenting.
Additional guides to the core manual exist as OpenStack Operator’s Manual — Extended. Contained within is a brief introduction on how to create a Kubernetes cluster, for example.
For project users, or those that do not have administrative access to the cloud, see the OpenStack Cloud User’s Manual. These guides focus on how to use a cloud instead of operating one.
You can also contact our Account Managers to request longer Timed Trials or Credits to help offset building a Proof of Concept.
We hope the following content helps you be more successful with OpenStack, either here at InMotion or where ever your cloud takes you!
Newest OpenStack Articles
OpenStack Basics
OpenStack is a collection of Services. Each service performs functionality that make up the whole of OpenStack. There are a set of “core” that are typically installed to provide the common functionality of a “Cloud”. In addition, there are over 30 other Services that can be added for your particular needs. Find out more with “What is OpenStack?” or you can also explore our Why OpenStack background or our How to Build a Private Cloud.
Core OpenStack Services
- What is OpenStack Keystone?
- What is OpenStack Cinder?
- What is OpenStack Neutron?
- What is vCPU?
- What is OpenStack Horizon?
- What is OpenStack Nova?
- What is Terraform?
- What is Ceph and Ceph Storage?
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How to Check Cookies on a Webpage in Web Browsers
The web browser is a complex gateway into your personal computer and life. This is why we, and many others cautious about cybersecurity and information security (InfoSec), recommend you: Ensure your web browser(s), and all software in general, are up-to-date Know how to create incognito / private browsing sessions Use browser security extensions like Privacy Read More >
Be More Successful
InMotion Hosting knows the web runs off of open source software, and we love to support it. Our Education Channels will help you with using some of the most popular programs on the web today! Our Joomla tutorials make creating a website Joomla easy. Read our Drupal tutorials and learn how the saying, ‘Drupal Hosting is only for programmers’ is such a big misconception! Whatever software you use, InMotion Hosting is your best choice today for all your web hosting needs.
What is an Education Channel?
Whether you have a Shared Hosting account, a Virtual Private Server, or a Dedicated Server, our education channels are very helpful and will assist you as you carve out your web presence. Stay up to date on your favorite topics by becoming a fan on Facebook, following us on Twitter, and subscribing to our YouTube channel.
Blogs and Content Management Systems
WordPress
While WordPress initially began as a blogging platform, it has grown into one of the most popular Content Management Systems used in creating all types of websites today.
BoldGrid
BoldGrid is a WordPress plugin suite that makes building websites a breeze. With fully generated sites, all you need to do is install it and then customize the content to make it your own!
Moodle
Moodle is a free open source software for designing educational courses. Moodle is an abbreviation for Modular Object-Oriented Learning Environment. The software is also known as an Online Course Management System or Virtual Learning Environment. These tutorials were built on the 2.3.2 version released on September 2012. Start learning Moodle now!
Joomla 3.5
Joomla 3.5 is the next release in the Joomla series, following version 3.0. Learn more about Joomla in our education channel!
Drupal
Create a powerhouse website with the help of the Drupal Content Management System. Make it even better with the large list of add-on modules. Conquer the competition by learning about Drupal here.
eCommerce
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is the official WordPress eCommerce system. It brings you the ease and simplicity of WordPress with powerful eCommerce features
PrestaShop
PrestaShop is the most reliable and flexible open-source eCommerce software. Built with a responsive interface per input from experienced designers and eCommerce business, the software is used by over 200,000 merchants online.
OpenCart
Looking for a complete guide for setting up an online store? Our OpenCart Education Channel covers everything you need to know to get an online store up and running.
Hosting Software Tools
cPanel
cPanel is your tool for managing your hosting account. From creating email address to configuring database, cPanel’s tools will help get the job done.
Control Web Panel
Control Web Panel (CWP) is your solution for managing your hosting environment. Whether you need to create email accounts, configure databases, or handle various server tasks, CWP’s powerful tools and user-friendly interface make it easy to manage your hosting account effectively.
WP-CLI
WP-CLI (WordPress Command Line Interface) is the a powerful tool built to allow the management of your WordPress site(s) through the Command Line Interface (CLI). Typically utilized by advanced users, our comprehensive guides can help anyone familiarize themselves with using this efficient tool to manage WordPress.
WebHost Manager
WebHost Manager, or WHM, is a tool only available to VPS Hosting and Dedicated Hosting users that allows you to, in essence, manage your server as your own web host.
EasyApache
EasyApache is the PHP and Apache configuration software built by cPanel. EasyApache can be complex but simple to use to control your PHP and Apache environments.
From basic setup to how to get the most out of your email, we’ll get you off to a good start with your new email accounts.
Website
Website Design
If you’ve never heard of HTML and CSS, or are somewhat familiar and want to learn more, join as we get a solid foundation for writing website code.
Google Web Stories Creates Beautiful Content for WordPress Websites
Content is king. No, seriously. You may be tired of the saying but it’s still very much the truth. Engaging, shareable content on your website boosts audience interactions, encourages content sharing, and can help you maintain and grow website visits. However, creating sleek, engaging content can be time-consuming, especially if you’re a small business owner Read More >
Resource Guide — Top Free WordPress Form Plugins
No matter what, when building a WordPress website, you can count on adding a forms plugin. Across all businesses, adding a form is a must. It’s the easiest way for visitors to get in touch with you and, at this point, is an element visitors expect to see. Adding a form is the easy part. Read More >
How to Login to Your WordPress Dashboard
In this WordPress Dashboard tutorial: Steps to login to WordPress Dashboard I can’t login to WordPress Two-Factor Authentication One of the benefits of being an InMotion WordPress Hosting customer is that we can migrate your existing WordPress website to your InMotion Hosting account or easily get you set up with a site that has WordPress Read More >
How to Enable a SSL on a WordPress Site
In this tutorial, we will show you how to enable your WordPress SSL, so you can connect to your website securely using an SSL certificate. For more information, see our guide titled “What is SSL and why is it important?“ Note: You will need an SSL Certificate before attempting to complete this tutorial. An SSL Read More >
How to Manage AutoSSL Certificates in cPanel
After you have enabled AutoSSL, the free SSL that’s auto-enabled forever, in WHM, then the next step is to make sure that the certificates have been added to your account. You can manage the certificates in the cPanel using the SSL/TLS interface. The following article applies to Shared Hosting customers as well as Reseller customers. Read More >
Using Ansible Modules
One of the ways Ansible executes specific tasks is through the use of modules. Modules are discrete units of code that can be used in an Ansible playbook or directly from a command-line interface. By leveraging Ansible modules you can easily manage and maintain your Ansible deployments. In this article, we will outline how Ansible Read More >
How to Change the Title and Tagline in WordPress
Once you’ve installed WordPress, one of the first tasks you’ll need to complete is changing your title and tagline. The title and tagline in WordPress welcomes visitors to your website and quickly sums up its purpose. They also help promote a positive user experience for your visitors and encourage them to engage with your website. Read More >
