WordPress vs Website

[robert adams]

just for the sake of clarity.
GPL does not have to be free.
anyone can charge for a program that has a GPL license. YOu just have to give the code to them when you do and keep any copyright statements there may be in the code.

also, ftp is still very important if you are going to be running websites.

there are going to me many times that you will not be able to do certain things any other way.

also, using the file manager in your cpanel ( cpanel is a brand name and not every host uses it) or whatever your hosting control panel is, can and will corrupt certain file types like php.
things like wordpress and bulletin boards etc are written in php.
things like dreamweaver, frontpage etc. will also sometimes corrupt php files if you even open them.

so, if you are going to be responsible for running and maintaining websites then you really should have the basic tools and learn how to use them.

luck,
robert

[Monna Ellithorpe]

Whoa, a lot more to think about than I realized.

I am working on a video right now, so that will be another day.

I need more hours in a day.

[AlexNewell]

Just take it one step at a time and you'll be fine - the profit is in the marketing - most tech details are unimportant except to a tech person Monna. Get the marketing and video right and you'll be fine.

:-)

Alex

[Monna Ellithorpe]

Thanks again for all the help and advice.

[KarenMcG]

Hi Monna,

It's nice to meet you.

Well, as you've probably already surmised, you're in the right place at the right time and you'll get lots of fantastic information and guidance here. As you already have.

And as has been mentioned, if you've got a question, just post it and someone will be around soon enough to help you out.

From the looks of your site, you've got a good handle on what you want to do...and now you'll make it better.

I use FTP, too, and use a couple free WordPress themes. I also purchased one. I also use HostGator. Of course, the choices are many.

[Monna Ellithorpe]

Hi Karen,

And thanks but having it in my mind and on the screen ends up being 2 different things.

[Monna Ellithorpe]

One thing I forgot to ask, while I am working on the WordPress site, will my existing site still be up and running as is or will it be down until I get the new WordPress going.

[retta719]

Hey Monna! Glad to see you're getting along well with the site. I think Wordpress will definitely help you stay organized so to speak. You've got plenty of great content and you definitely have good ideas. If you get stuck or need any help let us know!

[retta719]

One thing I forgot to ask, while I am working on the WordPress site, will my existing site still be up and running as is or will it be down until I get the new WordPress going.

If you're not sure how long it will take you to get setup, or you want to leave your site up for reference, what Val and I do when we're moving a site to Wordpress from HTML is set up the wordpress in a directory (like domain.com/wordpress) and build it all up, then move it to the top level.

It only take a few minutes to switch it to the top level from the directory level. that way you can see both versions for reference and you can take your time, no stress.

[Monna Ellithorpe]

Thanks again and thanks for the compliment on my site.

Loretta to my rescue...again.

I thought there should be a way to do it, now I know.