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CHAPTER 3

Setting Up Your WordPress.org Site

Your self-hosted WordPress site requires a little more effort, but the payoff is in total control of the look and function of your site.

Choose a Host for Your Site

Install WordPress via Your Host’s Auto-Installer

Get an FTP Application for Manual Installation

Download WordPress Software

Set Up the MySQL Database

Upload the WordPress Files

Complete the Configuration and Installation

Troubleshoot Installation Errors

Log In to Your Site’s Administrative Area

View Your New Site

Know the Administrative Screen

Get to Know the Dashboard

Get to Know the Toolbar

Check Your General Settings

Select Your Profile ...

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