Your phpBB website has the ability to send email notifications, using your SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) settings. In this guide we will show you how to setup your SMTP settings in phpBB. You will then be able to send email notifications from your phpBB website. Setting up SMTP in phpBB Login to your phpBB Read More >
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How to Make VirtueMart 3 your Front Page
In this tutorial: Create a VirtueMart Menu Item Set Virtuemart as your Default Menu After installing VirtueMart 3, often you will want to set it as the main front page of your website. This will cause your VirtueMart store to load when people navigate to your website, and they will not have to click a Read More >
How to Install VirtueMart 3
In this tutorial: Installing VirtueMart 3 Enabling Database Update Tools Setting the Safe Path In this tutorial we will show you how to install VirtueMart 3 in Joomla 3. After installing VirtueMart 3 we will complete the setup by enabling Database Update Tools, and setting up a Safe folder path. You can then begin creating Read More >
Setting Your PHP Settings in Command Line
When you are running a PHP file from the command line (on VPS Hosting or otherwise), there may be times when you need to make changes to the PHP settings. In this guide, we will show you how to specify the php.ini file, and change a PHP setting in the command line. If you are Read More >
Setting up Authorize.net in VirtueMart
Starting with VirtueMart 2.0.2, you can use Authorize.net as your payment gateway option. This allows you to use their popular service for processing credit card transactions. You must install VirtueMart, and have an Authorize.net account before attempting to follow this tutorial. How to Setup Authorize.net in VirtueMart Login to the Joomla dashboard. In the navigation Read More >
Drupal 7 Critical Update
Issue: Drupal has released a critical update (Drupal 7.32) for Drupal 7. They are urging everyone to update to this latest vesion. Status: Drupal update 7.32 has been released. Who is impacted? Websites running on Drupal 7, that have not updated to Drupal 7.32. Why was this update released? Drupal released a security advisory on Read More >
How to Enable Logging in FileZilla
If you are having problems using FileZilla, the logs may provide clues into what is causing the issue. By default logging is disabled, so it has to be turned on. In this tutorial, we will show you how to enable logging in FileZilla. You can then review the log file to help troubleshoot your FTP Read More >
Phone Server Emergency Maintenance
Issue: Phone Server Emergency Maintenance Status: Our Systems Architecture team performed emergency maintenenace on our phone servers. Who is impacted? Customers trying to contact our Technical Support team over the telephone . Estimated time until resolution: At this time, our Telephone Support services have been restored. **Update 2:15p.m. Our Live Tech Support team is once Read More >
How to Import & Export Role Definitions in Moodle
In this tutorial: Exporting Role Definitions Importing Role Definitions Beginning with Moodle 2.6 is the ability to Import and Export Role definitions. This allows you to share your role definitions, or use them on other Moodle sites. In this tutorial we will show you how to Import and Export Role Definitions in Moodle. Exporting Role Read More >
Displaying Additional Name Fields in Moodle
Starting with Moodle 2.6, you have the ability to display additional name fields. This is helpful when you have users with foreign characters in their names (such as Japan), and you also want to display a name in Roman Characters, or with phonetic spelling. In this tutorial, I will show you how to display additional Read More >
Planned Maintenance on 10/09/14
We have several planned maintenance windows scheduled for the evening of October 09, 2014. We make every effort to minimize downtime as a result of maintenance. However, maintenance is sometimes necessary to ensure the stability and security of our hosting environment. Find out what server your account is on. cPanel Upgrades The following servers will Read More >
Bash Vulnerability Patched
Issue: Bash Vulnerability Identifed CVE-2014-6271 Status: All of our custom bash shells have been patched and recompiled across ALL shared, VP node and internal servers. Who is impacted? Our advanced System Admin Team was actively monitoring the logs of all servers for any malicious attempts to exploit the vulnerability, and we’re confident that no breach Read More >
How to Change Your Magento URL
There may be times when you need to change the URL, or domain name for your Magento website. For example, you may want to change your URL from www.example.com to example.com. In this guide I will show you how to change the URL for your Magento website. Change Magento Site URL in Dashboard Change Magento Site Read More >
How to Install Ruby Gems via SSH
Since Ruby is installed on shared servers, including our Ruby Hosting plans, you have the ability to install gems. Gems are software packages that utilize the Ruby framework. Once they are installed, the new functionality can be used for your website. In my example, I will be installing Sass, which is an “extension of css.” Read More >
Viewing Your Ruby Version Via SSH
Now that Ruby is available on shared servers, you may need to know what version is available. In this tutorial we will show you how to see the Ruby version running on your server, by using a command in SSH. How to View your Ruby Version in SSH You will then see a response similar Read More >
How to Zip and Unzip Files using Windows 7
In this tutorial we will show you how to Zip and Unzip a file or folder in Windows 7. You can then transfer a zipped file safely over the internet, or unzip a file that was shared with you. I will be using the tools included in Windows 7. This is convenient, since it does Read More >
Biz104 experiencing QOS issues
Issue: Biz104 experiencing Quality of Service issues. Status: Our System Administrators are currently working to resolve the issues. Who is impacted? Users on the Biz104 server. You can view what server you are on in cPanel. Estimated time until resolution: At this time we are still investigating the issue. Updates will be posted as they Read More >
Installing PoodLL plugins for Moodle
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install the PoodLL plugins for Moodle. This is a popular add-on since it adds audio/video recording abilities to your moodle site, and can also help you teach language courses. For example, using the PoodLL plugin you can allow students to submit audio or video answers to Read More >
Fix “uploaded file may exceed the post_max_size directive in php.ini”
If you are working in Moodle you may see the error “The uploaded file may exceed the post_max_size directive in php.ini.” This error is caused by a PHP limitation when trying to post data. The php.ini file controls your local PHP settings and can be changed anytime. In this tutorial, I will show you how Read More >
Moodle vs Blackboard
In this tutorial: Pricing Server Requirements Feature Comparison Help Options There are many educational software options available, also known as Learning Management Systems (LMS). They can help you keep track of grades, give tests, and administer classes. Moodle, and Blackboard are two of the most popular of the many Learning Management Systems available. In this Read More >
