In Feburary 2016 27,
Visit Craigslist and select the appropriate section for your ad. In the top right corner of your browser, click 'post.'
Enter the relevant information into the fields for post title, description, etc. Click Add/Edit Images---if this option is not available, follow the alternative method in Section 2.
Click the 'Choose File...' button and locate the image on your hard drive. Craigslist allows you to directly upload four images with one post. The website will automatically decrease the size of larger images to a maximum of 300 by 300 pixels, so it is unnecessary to upload especially large images. If you want to preserve the resolution of an image without uploading large images, use the PNG file format (available as a savable format in most image editing software applications). The Craigslist interface will always reduce the size, however, so use the alternative instructions in Section 2 if your image needs to be larger.
Click 'Continue' to see a preview of your uploaded image. If the image still looks unsuitable, click 'Edit' to try a different image or follow the alternative method in Section 2.
Off-Site Images
Visit a free image-hosting website (such as Imgur, Photobucket or Tinypic). Follow the website's instructions to upload your high-quality photo. Copy the URL listed in the Direct Link field.
Visit Craigslist in a separate browser tab or window. Select the appropriate section for your ad. In the top-right corner of your browser, click 'post.'
Enter the relevant information into the fields for post title, description, etc.
Skip a line beneath the end of your description. Enter the HTML code for images into the field and paste your image URL into the source. If you do not know the HTML image code offhand, enter the following code into the description field and paste your image URL into the indicated field (between the quotation marks):
Click 'Continue' to see a preview of your post. If the image is too large or small, return to the image hosting website and use the available resizing tools to reduce the image size. Sizes around 500 by 500 pixels should be suitable for presenting a high-quality image without overwhelming your potential client or customer.
In Feburary 2016 27,
Showing posts with label Upload. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Upload. Show all posts
Saturday, 27 February 2016
How to Connect to an FTP SiteIn Feburary 2016 27,
In Feburary 2016 27,
Most public FTP sites don't require you to have an account, and instead allow you to log in anonymously. In most cases you won't be required to log in at all, while in others you must enter 'anonymous' as your username and your email address as your password. If the FTP site is restricted, which is often the case with commercial or university sites, you will be prompted to enter the username and password assigned to you by the site administrator.
Web Browser Access
Probably the simplest way to access an FTP site is with your Web browser. If you see a link to the FTP site on a Web page, just click the link. If you have only the FTP site address, enter it in your browser's address bar. Use the format ftp://ftp.domain.com. If the site requires a username or password, your browser prompts you for the information. Once you're at the site, click a folder to view its contents or click the link at the top of the page to go up a level. You can click a file to begin the download process. The main drawback to using your Web browser is that you can't upload files to the FTP site. For this, you will need an FTP client.
Windows File Explorer
If you use Windows, you already have an FTP client built into the operating system. File Explorer in Windows 8, or Windows Explorer in previous versions, doubles as both a file manager and an FTP client. Enter the FTP site address into the address bar using the format ftp://ftp.domain.com. Press 'Enter' to access the FTP site and views its files and directories. The advantage of using File Explorer is that you can drag and drop files to and from the FTP site. In addition, you can right-click anywhere in the right pane and select 'Add a Network Location' to begin a wizard that allows you to set up the FTP site as a permanent network drive.
Mac OS X
If you use a Mac, you can access an FTP site directly from a Finder window. Press 'Command-K' and then enter the FTP site address in the form ftp://ftp.gnu.org. OS X will open a new Finder window for the FTP site. You can drag files to and from the FTP site using this window.
Other FTP Clients
If you plan to do a lot of file transfers, or you need to manage several FTP sites, you may be better off using an FTP client application. FTP clients generally are made specifically for transferring files to and from FTP sites, and include features that often make them easier to use. Some of the free clients you can download include FileZilla, WinSCP and CyberDuck.
Command Line FTP
Although this method is seldom used, it's worth mentioning the command line. Back in the dark ages of the Internet, users connected with FTP sites by typing commands on a command line. You can still connect to FTP sites using the command line in Windows, Mac OS X and Linux, but it helps if you know your way around a Unix/Linux environment. Also, you may need to modify your computer's firewall or anti-virus software settings to enable proper communication with the FTP site when you use the command line.
In Feburary 2016 27,
Most public FTP sites don't require you to have an account, and instead allow you to log in anonymously. In most cases you won't be required to log in at all, while in others you must enter 'anonymous' as your username and your email address as your password. If the FTP site is restricted, which is often the case with commercial or university sites, you will be prompted to enter the username and password assigned to you by the site administrator.
Web Browser Access
Probably the simplest way to access an FTP site is with your Web browser. If you see a link to the FTP site on a Web page, just click the link. If you have only the FTP site address, enter it in your browser's address bar. Use the format ftp://ftp.domain.com. If the site requires a username or password, your browser prompts you for the information. Once you're at the site, click a folder to view its contents or click the link at the top of the page to go up a level. You can click a file to begin the download process. The main drawback to using your Web browser is that you can't upload files to the FTP site. For this, you will need an FTP client.
Windows File Explorer
If you use Windows, you already have an FTP client built into the operating system. File Explorer in Windows 8, or Windows Explorer in previous versions, doubles as both a file manager and an FTP client. Enter the FTP site address into the address bar using the format ftp://ftp.domain.com. Press 'Enter' to access the FTP site and views its files and directories. The advantage of using File Explorer is that you can drag and drop files to and from the FTP site. In addition, you can right-click anywhere in the right pane and select 'Add a Network Location' to begin a wizard that allows you to set up the FTP site as a permanent network drive.
Mac OS X
If you use a Mac, you can access an FTP site directly from a Finder window. Press 'Command-K' and then enter the FTP site address in the form ftp://ftp.gnu.org. OS X will open a new Finder window for the FTP site. You can drag files to and from the FTP site using this window.
Other FTP Clients
If you plan to do a lot of file transfers, or you need to manage several FTP sites, you may be better off using an FTP client application. FTP clients generally are made specifically for transferring files to and from FTP sites, and include features that often make them easier to use. Some of the free clients you can download include FileZilla, WinSCP and CyberDuck.
Command Line FTP
Although this method is seldom used, it's worth mentioning the command line. Back in the dark ages of the Internet, users connected with FTP sites by typing commands on a command line. You can still connect to FTP sites using the command line in Windows, Mac OS X and Linux, but it helps if you know your way around a Unix/Linux environment. Also, you may need to modify your computer's firewall or anti-virus software settings to enable proper communication with the FTP site when you use the command line.
In Feburary 2016 27,
Wednesday, 24 February 2016
How to Build a ResumeIn Feburary 2016 24,
In Feburary 2016 24,
If you are computer savvy, you can write a program on your own in which you can load documents and run searches on them. But if you have a limited amount of time or limited computer skills, consider using programs from companies such as Sendouts or Recruiting Wizard. Regardless of which method you choose, you must upload the resumes you have received to the program (simply use the 'attach' button as you would with a regular document in an e-mail).
Consider the requirement for each open position. If you're looking for someone with a certain type of experience, run a search through the resumes for words related to that experience. This will help you narrow down the field.
Build your system so that you will be able to search for several features at once. This can include the amount of experience a person has and the type of positions he has held in the past, as well as values or career goals indicated in the resume.
Run frequent searches through your resume-tracking software as you add more resumes. This software is designed to save you from having to read through every submission.
In Feburary 2016 24,
If you are computer savvy, you can write a program on your own in which you can load documents and run searches on them. But if you have a limited amount of time or limited computer skills, consider using programs from companies such as Sendouts or Recruiting Wizard. Regardless of which method you choose, you must upload the resumes you have received to the program (simply use the 'attach' button as you would with a regular document in an e-mail).
Consider the requirement for each open position. If you're looking for someone with a certain type of experience, run a search through the resumes for words related to that experience. This will help you narrow down the field.
Build your system so that you will be able to search for several features at once. This can include the amount of experience a person has and the type of positions he has held in the past, as well as values or career goals indicated in the resume.
Run frequent searches through your resume-tracking software as you add more resumes. This software is designed to save you from having to read through every submission.
In Feburary 2016 24,
I Could Not Connect to the Server in FileZilla 1and1In Feburary 2016 24,
In Feburary 2016 24,
Users often confuse hosting accounts with FTP accounts. You enter the username and password for your hosting account to access the website control panel on 1and1. This username and password is not even relevant to FileZilla. Instead, you need to retrieve the details for your FTP account to use FileZilla. You get an FTP username and password in the welcome email when you join. If you no longer have access to this email, get your FTP username from inside the panel and set up a new password.
Account Management
Access your admin control panel by logging into your hosting account. If you have more than one domain, choose which one you want to administer. Select 'FTP Accounts' in the 'Webspace' menu to see your username -- this is the username that you enter into FileZilla to upload files to your website. However, because the password is hidden even in your own account for security reasons, you need to create a new password if you do not know it. Click 'Edit' to see the option to create a new password. Write this and the username down on a piece of paper to make sure you are using the correct account details in FileZilla. You can also click 'New User' to set up additional usernames and passwords for FTP purposes.
Establishing a Connection
Now that you are sure you have the correct username and password for your FTP account, you need to enter the correct information in FileZilla. Open the software, then click the 'Site Manager' icon, which has an image of two computers, near the top. In the window that pops up, select 'New Site' and enter any name for this site, then enter your website address; however, do not enter the 'http' and 'www' portions of the address -- for example, enter 'MySite.com,' not 'www.MySite.com.' Leave the port as '21' and the server type as 'FTP,' but change the 'Logontype' option to 'Normal.' Enter the FTP username and password that you've retrieved from the 'FTP Accounts' section in your 1and1 hosting account. Click 'Save and Exit.' To establish a connection, click the 'Site Manager' icon again, select your website and click 'Connect.'
Other Troubleshooting
If you are still experiencing connection problems, you may have an issue with the FileZilla FTP utility. Because this is free software, download another copy from FileZilla's website. If you still cannot connect with a new copy, 1and1 may be having a server issue; call 866-991-2631 to check the server's status. Another option is to try another free FTP client to isolate whether the problem is FileZilla or 1and1. Examples include Core FTP and Go FTP.
In Feburary 2016 24,
Users often confuse hosting accounts with FTP accounts. You enter the username and password for your hosting account to access the website control panel on 1and1. This username and password is not even relevant to FileZilla. Instead, you need to retrieve the details for your FTP account to use FileZilla. You get an FTP username and password in the welcome email when you join. If you no longer have access to this email, get your FTP username from inside the panel and set up a new password.
Account Management
Access your admin control panel by logging into your hosting account. If you have more than one domain, choose which one you want to administer. Select 'FTP Accounts' in the 'Webspace' menu to see your username -- this is the username that you enter into FileZilla to upload files to your website. However, because the password is hidden even in your own account for security reasons, you need to create a new password if you do not know it. Click 'Edit' to see the option to create a new password. Write this and the username down on a piece of paper to make sure you are using the correct account details in FileZilla. You can also click 'New User' to set up additional usernames and passwords for FTP purposes.
Establishing a Connection
Now that you are sure you have the correct username and password for your FTP account, you need to enter the correct information in FileZilla. Open the software, then click the 'Site Manager' icon, which has an image of two computers, near the top. In the window that pops up, select 'New Site' and enter any name for this site, then enter your website address; however, do not enter the 'http' and 'www' portions of the address -- for example, enter 'MySite.com,' not 'www.MySite.com.' Leave the port as '21' and the server type as 'FTP,' but change the 'Logontype' option to 'Normal.' Enter the FTP username and password that you've retrieved from the 'FTP Accounts' section in your 1and1 hosting account. Click 'Save and Exit.' To establish a connection, click the 'Site Manager' icon again, select your website and click 'Connect.'
Other Troubleshooting
If you are still experiencing connection problems, you may have an issue with the FileZilla FTP utility. Because this is free software, download another copy from FileZilla's website. If you still cannot connect with a new copy, 1and1 may be having a server issue; call 866-991-2631 to check the server's status. Another option is to try another free FTP client to isolate whether the problem is FileZilla or 1and1. Examples include Core FTP and Go FTP.
In Feburary 2016 24,
How to Convert String to Time in SQLiteIn Feburary 2016 24,
In Feburary 2016 24,
Run SQLite queries from the command prompt with the 'sqlite3' program by typing:$ sqlite3 my_db.dbThis will create a database with the name 'my_db.db' if it doesn't already exist. It also places you in the sqlite3 environment, which you can exit with the commands '.quit', '.q' or '.exit.'
Call the 'strftime (format, timestring, modifier, modifier)' function to return a formatted date from a time string. This is useful for comparing dates, displaying a date in a certain format to a user or to upload a date in a consistent matter. The format of a time string follows the rules from the C 'strftime' function. Some of the valid time string formats include 'YYYY-MM-DD,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS.SSS,' 'DDDDDDDDDD' and 'now.' The 'Y' character stands for year, 'M' for month, 'D' for day, 'H' for hour, 'M' for minute and 'S' for second. The 'DDDDDDDDDD' format represents a unix timestamp. For example, the following query will compute how many seconds have passed since a date in 2002:$ sqlite3 my_db.db SELECT strftime('%s','now') - strftime('%s','2002-05-11 01:56:23');
Call the 'date,' 'time,' 'datetime' or 'julianday' functions to use a pre-formatted version of the 'strftime' function. The 'date' function returns the date with the format 'YYYY-mm-dd,' the 'time' function returns it as 'HH:MM:SS,' the 'datetime' function returns it as 'YYYY-mm-dd HH:MM:SS' and the 'julianday' function returns the Julian day number. For example, the following query will return a date from 2009 as '2009-09-22,' removing the hour, minute and second information:$ sqlite3 my_db.db SELECT date('2009-09-22 02:57:13');
In Feburary 2016 24,
Run SQLite queries from the command prompt with the 'sqlite3' program by typing:$ sqlite3 my_db.dbThis will create a database with the name 'my_db.db' if it doesn't already exist. It also places you in the sqlite3 environment, which you can exit with the commands '.quit', '.q' or '.exit.'
Call the 'strftime (format, timestring, modifier, modifier)' function to return a formatted date from a time string. This is useful for comparing dates, displaying a date in a certain format to a user or to upload a date in a consistent matter. The format of a time string follows the rules from the C 'strftime' function. Some of the valid time string formats include 'YYYY-MM-DD,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS,' 'YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS.SSS,' 'DDDDDDDDDD' and 'now.' The 'Y' character stands for year, 'M' for month, 'D' for day, 'H' for hour, 'M' for minute and 'S' for second. The 'DDDDDDDDDD' format represents a unix timestamp. For example, the following query will compute how many seconds have passed since a date in 2002:$ sqlite3 my_db.db SELECT strftime('%s','now') - strftime('%s','2002-05-11 01:56:23');
Call the 'date,' 'time,' 'datetime' or 'julianday' functions to use a pre-formatted version of the 'strftime' function. The 'date' function returns the date with the format 'YYYY-mm-dd,' the 'time' function returns it as 'HH:MM:SS,' the 'datetime' function returns it as 'YYYY-mm-dd HH:MM:SS' and the 'julianday' function returns the Julian day number. For example, the following query will return a date from 2009 as '2009-09-22,' removing the hour, minute and second information:$ sqlite3 my_db.db SELECT date('2009-09-22 02:57:13');
In Feburary 2016 24,
How to Create a Website for a Retail BusinessIn Feburary 2016 24,
In Feburary 2016 24,
Purchase a domain name from a Web registrar or website hosting company such as GoDaddy, JustHost.com or HostGator. Make your domain name similar to your store name if you already have a traditional brick-and-mortar retail shop. Alternatively, try to think of a brandable domain name---one that is short so that customers will remember it.
Purchase a website hosting subscription from a hosting company. Look for a Web hosting service that o contains a one-click system for installing scripts and includes free eCommerce shopping carts, such as Fantastico. For Web hosting plans, most retail businesses need to invest $10 to $20 for a monthly subscription plan (as of 2010).
Decide on an eCommerce shopping cart program. Both free and paid versions of website shopping carts exist. Free programs include Zen Cart and osCommerce, while paid ones include BigCommerce and X-Cart Pro.
Log in to your Web hosting control panel. Upload and install the eCommerce shopping cart program to your website. Create a username and password for the program's administration side.
Shopping Cart Setup
Log in to the administration side of your retail shopping cart website. Familiarize yourself with the user control panel, inventory control system, catalog and product manager as well as the different checkout features like online discounts and coupons.
Edit the layout design of your shopping cart program, and customize your retail store's appearance through the shopping cart administration panel. Most shopping cart software comes with several layout templates you can choose from, which will show featured items and/or allow you to rearrange the main sections and sidebars of your site. These website design capabilities should also provide you with the ability to upload an image of your store logo and your website header.
Create product categories and organize your product listings. Organize and name your categories using main and sub-categories. For example, an apparel retail business may have main product categories such as Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing and Children's Clothing.
Create product listings for each category. Give each product a name and an accurate description, explaining each in terms of size, color and other important features. Also set prices, quantities available and other relevant details such as product weight for shipping purposes.
Edit the shipping module section. Set either a flat-rate shipping price for all orders or make shipping rates order- and weight-dependent. Add shipping vendors that you'll use to fulfill orders such as United States Postal Service, United Parcel Service and FedEx.
Customize the payment section of your site to integrate payment gateways. Add your PayPal credentials or insert your Google Checkout Merchant number and key if you want to offer these checkout methods.
Log out of your shopping cart program's administration panel. Test your retail business website by making a test purchase and navigating your entire site from the customer's side.
In Feburary 2016 24,
Purchase a domain name from a Web registrar or website hosting company such as GoDaddy, JustHost.com or HostGator. Make your domain name similar to your store name if you already have a traditional brick-and-mortar retail shop. Alternatively, try to think of a brandable domain name---one that is short so that customers will remember it.
Purchase a website hosting subscription from a hosting company. Look for a Web hosting service that o contains a one-click system for installing scripts and includes free eCommerce shopping carts, such as Fantastico. For Web hosting plans, most retail businesses need to invest $10 to $20 for a monthly subscription plan (as of 2010).
Decide on an eCommerce shopping cart program. Both free and paid versions of website shopping carts exist. Free programs include Zen Cart and osCommerce, while paid ones include BigCommerce and X-Cart Pro.
Log in to your Web hosting control panel. Upload and install the eCommerce shopping cart program to your website. Create a username and password for the program's administration side.
Shopping Cart Setup
Log in to the administration side of your retail shopping cart website. Familiarize yourself with the user control panel, inventory control system, catalog and product manager as well as the different checkout features like online discounts and coupons.
Edit the layout design of your shopping cart program, and customize your retail store's appearance through the shopping cart administration panel. Most shopping cart software comes with several layout templates you can choose from, which will show featured items and/or allow you to rearrange the main sections and sidebars of your site. These website design capabilities should also provide you with the ability to upload an image of your store logo and your website header.
Create product categories and organize your product listings. Organize and name your categories using main and sub-categories. For example, an apparel retail business may have main product categories such as Men's Clothing, Women's Clothing and Children's Clothing.
Create product listings for each category. Give each product a name and an accurate description, explaining each in terms of size, color and other important features. Also set prices, quantities available and other relevant details such as product weight for shipping purposes.
Edit the shipping module section. Set either a flat-rate shipping price for all orders or make shipping rates order- and weight-dependent. Add shipping vendors that you'll use to fulfill orders such as United States Postal Service, United Parcel Service and FedEx.
Customize the payment section of your site to integrate payment gateways. Add your PayPal credentials or insert your Google Checkout Merchant number and key if you want to offer these checkout methods.
Log out of your shopping cart program's administration panel. Test your retail business website by making a test purchase and navigating your entire site from the customer's side.
In Feburary 2016 24,
Monday, 22 February 2016
How to Read an XLS File in PHPIn Feburary 2016 22,
In Feburary 2016 22,
Go to the PHP Excel Reader download site, and download the package called 'php-excel-reader' (see Resources).
Unzip the downloaded file by double-clicking on it.
Upload the file called 'excel_reader2.php' to your website. Use FTP or your Web hosting service's file upload service to do this. The file should be placed in a folder where your PHP scripts can find it. You can put it in the same folder as the PHP script you wish to read Excel files in, or you can put it in a folder that is in the 'include path.' The 'include path' is a set of folders where you can put files that your PHP script will always be able to find, even if your script is in a totally different place. Your website might have a folder called 'includes' that is in the include path. If it does, put 'excel_reader2.php' there. If it doesn't, put it in the same folder as the PHP scripts with which you wish to use it.
Read an XLS File
Upload an Excel file to use as an example. Create a simple Excel file, and save it as 'example.xls'. Open the file and fill in the first three columns of the first row with the words 'column 1', 'column 2' and 'column 3'. Then on the second row, fill the first three columns with the text '1-1', '2-1' and '3-1'. Then fill the first three columns of the third row with the text '1-2', '2-2' and '3-2'. Save the file and upload it to the same folder where you uploaded excel_reader2.php.
Open your favorite text editor, and save a text file called 'example.php'. This will be your PHP script for this tutorial.
Write your PHP script to open the Excel file, read the table of data and then print the data out in the user's Web browser. Use this code to do it:
rowcount(); $r++) { //walk through each rowfor ($c = 1; $c
colcount(); $c++) { //walk through each column
echo $xls->raw($r, $c) . ' '; //Display the data in that cell
}echo '\n'; //make a new line at the end of each row} echo '
'; //close the HTML we made earlier?>
Save and upload your PHP file to your website. If you were able to put PHP Excel Reader in the include path, you may put your PHP file wherever you wish. If not, put your PHP file in the same folder as PHP Excel Reader.
To check your work, visit example.php in your Web browser. You should see the table of data from your Excel file printed in your browser window.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Go to the PHP Excel Reader download site, and download the package called 'php-excel-reader' (see Resources).
Unzip the downloaded file by double-clicking on it.
Upload the file called 'excel_reader2.php' to your website. Use FTP or your Web hosting service's file upload service to do this. The file should be placed in a folder where your PHP scripts can find it. You can put it in the same folder as the PHP script you wish to read Excel files in, or you can put it in a folder that is in the 'include path.' The 'include path' is a set of folders where you can put files that your PHP script will always be able to find, even if your script is in a totally different place. Your website might have a folder called 'includes' that is in the include path. If it does, put 'excel_reader2.php' there. If it doesn't, put it in the same folder as the PHP scripts with which you wish to use it.
Read an XLS File
Upload an Excel file to use as an example. Create a simple Excel file, and save it as 'example.xls'. Open the file and fill in the first three columns of the first row with the words 'column 1', 'column 2' and 'column 3'. Then on the second row, fill the first three columns with the text '1-1', '2-1' and '3-1'. Then fill the first three columns of the third row with the text '1-2', '2-2' and '3-2'. Save the file and upload it to the same folder where you uploaded excel_reader2.php.
Open your favorite text editor, and save a text file called 'example.php'. This will be your PHP script for this tutorial.
Write your PHP script to open the Excel file, read the table of data and then print the data out in the user's Web browser. Use this code to do it:
rowcount(); $r++) { //walk through each rowfor ($c = 1; $c
colcount(); $c++) { //walk through each column
echo $xls->raw($r, $c) . ' '; //Display the data in that cell
}echo '\n'; //make a new line at the end of each row} echo '
'; //close the HTML we made earlier?>
Save and upload your PHP file to your website. If you were able to put PHP Excel Reader in the include path, you may put your PHP file wherever you wish. If not, put your PHP file in the same folder as PHP Excel Reader.
To check your work, visit example.php in your Web browser. You should see the table of data from your Excel file printed in your browser window.
In Feburary 2016 22,
How to Upload Products on Zen Cart Via CSVIn Feburary 2016 22,
In Feburary 2016 22,
Download the EasyPopulate module from the Zen Cart module repository. Extract the contents of the zip file to your desktop, or to a common folder.
Access your server using an FTP program, or using your Web host's file manager.
Upload the contents of the 'Admin' folder (not the folder itself) to the Zen Cart administration directory on your server.
Upload the contents of the 'TempEP' folder to the root directory of your Zen Cart installation.
Sign in to your Zen Cart administration dashboard. Click on 'Tools,' and then click on 'Easy Populate.' A message will appear in your administration header, requesting you to 'Click Here' to configure the installation file. Follow the link to configure the installation.
Click on 'Download Complete .csv File to Edit.' The csv template will now download.
Open the CSV file and add the desired data to upload your products in bulk. Save the file, and then click on 'Upload EP File.'
Select the CSV file to upload, and then click on 'Insert Into DB' to import your bulk products.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Download the EasyPopulate module from the Zen Cart module repository. Extract the contents of the zip file to your desktop, or to a common folder.
Access your server using an FTP program, or using your Web host's file manager.
Upload the contents of the 'Admin' folder (not the folder itself) to the Zen Cart administration directory on your server.
Upload the contents of the 'TempEP' folder to the root directory of your Zen Cart installation.
Sign in to your Zen Cart administration dashboard. Click on 'Tools,' and then click on 'Easy Populate.' A message will appear in your administration header, requesting you to 'Click Here' to configure the installation file. Follow the link to configure the installation.
Click on 'Download Complete .csv File to Edit.' The csv template will now download.
Open the CSV file and add the desired data to upload your products in bulk. Save the file, and then click on 'Upload EP File.'
Select the CSV file to upload, and then click on 'Insert Into DB' to import your bulk products.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Sunday, 21 February 2016
How to Publish a Web Site in Asp.NetIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Obtain from your web hosting company the necessary information to use FTP (File Transfer Protocol) to upload your files as well as the correct connection string(s) to access a database that is part of your website.
Upload your website files to your web host using FTP. Include the web pages, any image files or other web content files related to the new site.
Replicate any database schema and tables that are part of your website to the web host's database server. Do this either by developing the database on the web hosting company's database server if allowed or with the Database Publishing Wizard that is part of Visual Web Developer (installed with ASP.NET).
Update the web.config file that was uploaded as part of Step 1 so that the database connection string will point to the web host's database server rather than the location on your own PC. This may involve several connection strings if the website includes complications such as additional systems, membership pages, and roles (Admin, Full User or Limited Use, for example).
Test all connections and features of the hosted website for functionality. Correct any bugs or non-working parts on the local computer and then upload the corrected web pages.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Obtain from your web hosting company the necessary information to use FTP (File Transfer Protocol) to upload your files as well as the correct connection string(s) to access a database that is part of your website.
Upload your website files to your web host using FTP. Include the web pages, any image files or other web content files related to the new site.
Replicate any database schema and tables that are part of your website to the web host's database server. Do this either by developing the database on the web hosting company's database server if allowed or with the Database Publishing Wizard that is part of Visual Web Developer (installed with ASP.NET).
Update the web.config file that was uploaded as part of Step 1 so that the database connection string will point to the web host's database server rather than the location on your own PC. This may involve several connection strings if the website includes complications such as additional systems, membership pages, and roles (Admin, Full User or Limited Use, for example).
Test all connections and features of the hosted website for functionality. Correct any bugs or non-working parts on the local computer and then upload the corrected web pages.
In Feburary 2016 21,
How to Use CPanel to Create a WebsiteIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Create your website files using Notepad or an HTML program. Save the files on your computer and remember where you saved them.
Log in to Cpanel. Use the information your hosting provider gave you to log in to your Cpanel account.
Access the main directory. Click on the icon that says 'File Manager' and then select the 'Document Root' folder for your domain. Next click on ''public_html'.
Upload your website files. You will see a split screen. One side represents your computer's drive, the other side represents the Cpanel tool. Transfer your website HTML files from your computer to Cpanel by highlighting the files and clicking on the transfer arrow.
Test your website. To ensure that your files have been properly uploaded, type your web address in your browser window.
Installing Website Software
Log in to your Cpanel account.Scroll down to 'Software and Services' and click on 'Fantastico Deluxe'.
Decide on which software you want to use to create your website. Fantastico has many choices of website software categorized as either 'Blogs' or 'Content Management Systems'. If you click on each software selection you can see its features. Your choice will depend on what your needs are.
Make your software selection and click on it. Next click on 'New Installation' to begin the installation process.
Follow the prompts to install the software. Usually you will just have to enter basic information such as the name of your site, your email address and a site password.
Wait for the installation to complete; the screen will prompt you when this is the case. You will also receive an email if you provided your email address.
Use the web software to create your website. Now that the software is installed, you can begin adding content to your website. The email you received after installation will provided details on how to log in to the administration panel so that you can begin to add content.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Create your website files using Notepad or an HTML program. Save the files on your computer and remember where you saved them.
Log in to Cpanel. Use the information your hosting provider gave you to log in to your Cpanel account.
Access the main directory. Click on the icon that says 'File Manager' and then select the 'Document Root' folder for your domain. Next click on ''public_html'.
Upload your website files. You will see a split screen. One side represents your computer's drive, the other side represents the Cpanel tool. Transfer your website HTML files from your computer to Cpanel by highlighting the files and clicking on the transfer arrow.
Test your website. To ensure that your files have been properly uploaded, type your web address in your browser window.
Installing Website Software
Log in to your Cpanel account.Scroll down to 'Software and Services' and click on 'Fantastico Deluxe'.
Decide on which software you want to use to create your website. Fantastico has many choices of website software categorized as either 'Blogs' or 'Content Management Systems'. If you click on each software selection you can see its features. Your choice will depend on what your needs are.
Make your software selection and click on it. Next click on 'New Installation' to begin the installation process.
Follow the prompts to install the software. Usually you will just have to enter basic information such as the name of your site, your email address and a site password.
Wait for the installation to complete; the screen will prompt you when this is the case. You will also receive an email if you provided your email address.
Use the web software to create your website. Now that the software is installed, you can begin adding content to your website. The email you received after installation will provided details on how to log in to the administration panel so that you can begin to add content.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Saturday, 20 February 2016
How to Save Configuration Cisco 3750 SwitchesIn Feburary 2016 20,
In Feburary 2016 20,
Save the configuration by entering the command 'copy running-config startup-config'. This copies the configuration that the switch is currently using to run to NVRAM, or non-volatile RAM. NVRAM does not clear when the switch loses power like standard RAM does so the configuration will be used when the switch is powered up again.
Use a TFTP server to save the configuration on. A TFTP server can just be a workstation that is connected to the switch in some way. Use the command 'archive upload-sw tftp:[[//location]/directory]/image-name.tar' to save the image on the TFTP server. If you need to copy the image from the TFTP server to the switch, you would use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload tftp:[[//location]/directory]/image-name.tar'.
Save the image on an FTP server. Using an FTP server is similar to using a TFTP server. To save the image from the switch to the FTP server, use the command 'archive upload-sw ftp:[[//[username[:password]@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar'. To retrieve the image from the FTP server and download it to the switch, use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload ftp:[[//username[:password]@location]/directory]/image-name.tar'.
Saving the image to an RCP server is another way to make a backup of the switch configuration. To save the image to an RCP server you would use the command 'archive upload-sw rcp:[[[//[username@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar]'. To retrieve the setup from an RCP server, you would use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload rcp:[[[//[username@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar]'.
The method used to save the switch configuration can vary greatly. But all of these methods will allow the switch configuration to be saved so the switch can be easily reconfigured in the case of a problem that wipes out the switch configuration.
In Feburary 2016 20,
Save the configuration by entering the command 'copy running-config startup-config'. This copies the configuration that the switch is currently using to run to NVRAM, or non-volatile RAM. NVRAM does not clear when the switch loses power like standard RAM does so the configuration will be used when the switch is powered up again.
Use a TFTP server to save the configuration on. A TFTP server can just be a workstation that is connected to the switch in some way. Use the command 'archive upload-sw tftp:[[//location]/directory]/image-name.tar' to save the image on the TFTP server. If you need to copy the image from the TFTP server to the switch, you would use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload tftp:[[//location]/directory]/image-name.tar'.
Save the image on an FTP server. Using an FTP server is similar to using a TFTP server. To save the image from the switch to the FTP server, use the command 'archive upload-sw ftp:[[//[username[:password]@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar'. To retrieve the image from the FTP server and download it to the switch, use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload ftp:[[//username[:password]@location]/directory]/image-name.tar'.
Saving the image to an RCP server is another way to make a backup of the switch configuration. To save the image to an RCP server you would use the command 'archive upload-sw rcp:[[[//[username@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar]'. To retrieve the setup from an RCP server, you would use the command 'archive download-sw /overwrite /reload rcp:[[[//[username@]location]/directory]/image-name.tar]'.
The method used to save the switch configuration can vary greatly. But all of these methods will allow the switch configuration to be saved so the switch can be easily reconfigured in the case of a problem that wipes out the switch configuration.
In Feburary 2016 20,
Thursday, 18 February 2016
How to Add Downloadable Music to a WebsiteIn Feburary 2016 18,
In Feburary 2016 18,
Upload the music file you wish to make available to your web host. It is easier to upload the file to the same directory as the rest of your site.
Edit the web page on which you will place the file download link. A simple text editor will suffice.
Create a link to the file you uploaded. Use the following format for the link:
visible text of link
Example: Download my song!
Save the edited version of the web page, and upload it to your web host.
In Feburary 2016 18,
Upload the music file you wish to make available to your web host. It is easier to upload the file to the same directory as the rest of your site.
Edit the web page on which you will place the file download link. A simple text editor will suffice.
Create a link to the file you uploaded. Use the following format for the link:
visible text of link
Example: Download my song!
Save the edited version of the web page, and upload it to your web host.
In Feburary 2016 18,
Wednesday, 17 February 2016
How to Upload Images to a Web ServerIn Feburary 2016 17,
In Feburary 2016 17,
Access your FTP account. You can access your web server FTP account by logging into your web server's Cpanel account and selecting 'FTP'; or by using an FTP client like Filezilla or gFTP. You'll need the username and password as supplied to you by your server provider.
Select the images you want to upload. On one side of the screen you will see a directory of the files on your computer. You can select multiple files by holding down the 'CTRL' key and clicking on more than one file (use the 'Apple' key on a Mac).
Transfer the files to the web server. On the other side of the screen you will see a directory of the files and folders that are a part of your web server account. Hit 'Upload' or the on-screen arrow key to transfer the image files from your computer to the web server directory.
Access the image files. You can now access the files by typing in the web address of where you uploaded them. For example, if you uploaded the files to a folder called 'pics', you would have to type the web address with /pics/nameofupload.jpg following it into your web browser window.
In Feburary 2016 17,
Access your FTP account. You can access your web server FTP account by logging into your web server's Cpanel account and selecting 'FTP'; or by using an FTP client like Filezilla or gFTP. You'll need the username and password as supplied to you by your server provider.
Select the images you want to upload. On one side of the screen you will see a directory of the files on your computer. You can select multiple files by holding down the 'CTRL' key and clicking on more than one file (use the 'Apple' key on a Mac).
Transfer the files to the web server. On the other side of the screen you will see a directory of the files and folders that are a part of your web server account. Hit 'Upload' or the on-screen arrow key to transfer the image files from your computer to the web server directory.
Access the image files. You can now access the files by typing in the web address of where you uploaded them. For example, if you uploaded the files to a folder called 'pics', you would have to type the web address with /pics/nameofupload.jpg following it into your web browser window.
In Feburary 2016 17,
Monday, 15 February 2016
How to Put an MP3 Song in a URLIn Feburary 2016 15,
In Feburary 2016 15,
Open the file hosting website. See the 'References' section below for a list of free file hosting sites.
Click the 'Upload/Choose File/Browse' button to select the MP3 file you want to upload.
Click the 'Upload' button. Most websites display a timer for the time it will take to upload the file. After the file is uploaded, the website will display a direct link (URL) for the MP3 file. Clicking the link will open the MP3 file in your browser's media player or an external media player.
In Feburary 2016 15,
Open the file hosting website. See the 'References' section below for a list of free file hosting sites.
Click the 'Upload/Choose File/Browse' button to select the MP3 file you want to upload.
Click the 'Upload' button. Most websites display a timer for the time it will take to upload the file. After the file is uploaded, the website will display a direct link (URL) for the MP3 file. Clicking the link will open the MP3 file in your browser's media player or an external media player.
In Feburary 2016 15,
Thursday, 11 February 2016
How to Unzip a File in cPanelIn Feburary 2016 11,
In Feburary 2016 11,
Log in to your cPanel account and click 'File Manager' under the 'Files' section. Click the 'Go' button in the 'File Manager Directory Selection' window that pops up. The 'File Manager' window displays.
Click the 'Upload' link along the menu bar at the top and click the 'Choose File' button in the 'Upload Files' window that appears. Find the compressed folder on your computer's hard drive, select it and click the 'Open' button. The folder uploads to your hosting server.
Go back to the 'File Manager' window and click the 'Refresh' or 'Reload' button in your browser. The 'File Manager' window reloads and the compressed folder now appears among your other files in the main window to the right.
Highlight the compressed folder by clicking on it and then click the 'Extract' link located at the top right of the menu bar. The 'Extract' window pops up. Click the 'Extract File(s)' button and the compressed folder unzips the files to the same location as the compressed folder.
In Feburary 2016 11,
Log in to your cPanel account and click 'File Manager' under the 'Files' section. Click the 'Go' button in the 'File Manager Directory Selection' window that pops up. The 'File Manager' window displays.
Click the 'Upload' link along the menu bar at the top and click the 'Choose File' button in the 'Upload Files' window that appears. Find the compressed folder on your computer's hard drive, select it and click the 'Open' button. The folder uploads to your hosting server.
Go back to the 'File Manager' window and click the 'Refresh' or 'Reload' button in your browser. The 'File Manager' window reloads and the compressed folder now appears among your other files in the main window to the right.
Highlight the compressed folder by clicking on it and then click the 'Extract' link located at the top right of the menu bar. The 'Extract' window pops up. Click the 'Extract File(s)' button and the compressed folder unzips the files to the same location as the compressed folder.
In Feburary 2016 11,
Wednesday, 10 February 2016
How to Upgrade OpenCartIn Feburary 2016 10,
In Feburary 2016 10,
Remove any OpenCart software from the computer and website that you are going to be working with. It is often best to make this site, or at least the shopping-cart portion of it, inaccessible while you are working so customers will not lose their work.
Download the latest version of OpenCart from the official OpenCart website's download page. (See Resource one). Click 'Save to computer' and save the file to your desktop.
Open the FTP program supported by your website. Upload all of the files and folders found under the 'Upload' folder within the files you just downloaded to your website. Make sure that the files image/, image/cache/, cache/, download/, config.php and admin/config.php grant read and write permissions when you upload them.
Upload your MySQL database with a username and password already assigned to it.
Visit your website's home page using your internet browser and sign in using the MySQL username and password that you created. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the installation of OpenCart.
Delete the installation directory from your web uploads after OpenCart has been completely installed.
Upgrading Without Uninstalling
Determine which version of OpenCart you are currently running. Right click the exe or other OpenCart files on your web server and select Properties to see which version you are running.
Go to the OpenCart official download page and upgrade your OpenCart software one step at a time. Download the version that came immediately after your current version.
Open the Upgrade notes for the version you just downloaded and replace the specified files in your current version with the files directed from the upgrade notes (See Resource 2). Continue doing this for each version that came after your current version until your OpenCart software is up to date.
In Feburary 2016 10,
Remove any OpenCart software from the computer and website that you are going to be working with. It is often best to make this site, or at least the shopping-cart portion of it, inaccessible while you are working so customers will not lose their work.
Download the latest version of OpenCart from the official OpenCart website's download page. (See Resource one). Click 'Save to computer' and save the file to your desktop.
Open the FTP program supported by your website. Upload all of the files and folders found under the 'Upload' folder within the files you just downloaded to your website. Make sure that the files image/, image/cache/, cache/, download/, config.php and admin/config.php grant read and write permissions when you upload them.
Upload your MySQL database with a username and password already assigned to it.
Visit your website's home page using your internet browser and sign in using the MySQL username and password that you created. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the installation of OpenCart.
Delete the installation directory from your web uploads after OpenCart has been completely installed.
Upgrading Without Uninstalling
Determine which version of OpenCart you are currently running. Right click the exe or other OpenCart files on your web server and select Properties to see which version you are running.
Go to the OpenCart official download page and upgrade your OpenCart software one step at a time. Download the version that came immediately after your current version.
Open the Upgrade notes for the version you just downloaded and replace the specified files in your current version with the files directed from the upgrade notes (See Resource 2). Continue doing this for each version that came after your current version until your OpenCart software is up to date.
In Feburary 2016 10,
Tuesday, 9 February 2016
How to Share Images Using PicasaIn Feburary 2016 09,
In Feburary 2016 09,
Download the Picasa photo-sharing application. It is available on the Picasa website.
Upload pictures from your computer to Picasa. Click on the 'Upload' button on the upper right-hand side of the page. You will be asked to select if you want to upload to an existing album or if you want to create a new album. When creating a new album, you will choose the title and date. You can select if you would like your album to be public or unlisted.
Share album. Click on the album you would like to show others. You can email the link of where these pictures are stored by clicking on the 'Share Album' button at the upper right-hand side of the layout. You will be instructed to enter in the email addresses of the people with whom you want to share your images. After entering in the email addresses, click on the 'Send Invitation' button in the lower left corner.
In Feburary 2016 09,
Download the Picasa photo-sharing application. It is available on the Picasa website.
Upload pictures from your computer to Picasa. Click on the 'Upload' button on the upper right-hand side of the page. You will be asked to select if you want to upload to an existing album or if you want to create a new album. When creating a new album, you will choose the title and date. You can select if you would like your album to be public or unlisted.
Share album. Click on the album you would like to show others. You can email the link of where these pictures are stored by clicking on the 'Share Album' button at the upper right-hand side of the layout. You will be instructed to enter in the email addresses of the people with whom you want to share your images. After entering in the email addresses, click on the 'Send Invitation' button in the lower left corner.
In Feburary 2016 09,
How to Increase FTP Transfer SpeedIn Feburary 2016 09,
In Feburary 2016 09,
As PCWorld notes, 'Hard drives are classic bottlenecks, and they definitely slow down computers.' During an FTP transfer, your hard drive is constantly reading and writing data. If you have a slower drive, those reads and writes will be slower than if you had a faster one. Upgrade to a faster hard drive to speed up FTP and computing in general. A Solid Date Drive, or SSD, costs more than regular hard drives, but it's faster.
Other Hard Drive Tips
You can speed up FTP by terminating other activities that use the hard drive extensively. These activities include downloading files and rendering video. Ensure that Windows defrags your hard drive periodically to optimize your data. By default, the Disk Defragmenter runs weekly, but you can change the schedule to run more frequently or run it manually any time.
Upload Speed Vs. Download Speed
Internet Service Providers often sell plans where upload speed is slower than download speed. If your FTP seem slow, review your ISP agreement to see how fast your upload speed is. If it’s a low transfer rate, that may explain why uploads via FTP are slower than you’d like them to be. Ask your ISP about upgrade plans if you need faster upload speed. A faster upload speed also make browser uploads and video chat sessions faster.
Work More Efficiently
The free FTP built into Windows is functional and is useful for performing simple tasks. However, you can manage large numbers of files and folders faster using a third-party FTP client such as FTP Voyager, FileZilla or CuteFTP (links in Resources). These programs let you drag and drop files between your desktop to the FTP. They make it faster to connect to FTP servers by storing login information and settings. You can also use File Manager and Internet Explorer to drag and drop files when you visit an FTP site. Many third-party FTP clients enable you to transfer files faster by using several simultaneous connections. Check your program's documentation to learn how to use this feature. Your Internet Service Provider may also have a built-in FTP client that helps you transfer files to and from your hosted website. Because these clients work using your browser, you don't have to install any software on your computer.
FTP Automation Tips
Windows 8 and 8.1, like older Windows versions, still allows you to issue FTP commands from the command line. Access it by Typing 'Windows-R' followed by 'Cmd.' Press 'Enter' to view the command prompt. Some people may use the command line FTP to run scripts that automate FTP activities. A script, for instance, may log you in automatically, switch to a specific folder and upload some files. Some third-party FTP clients, such as CuteFTP also allow you to automate FTP processes using Visual Basic and other types of scripts.
In Feburary 2016 09,
As PCWorld notes, 'Hard drives are classic bottlenecks, and they definitely slow down computers.' During an FTP transfer, your hard drive is constantly reading and writing data. If you have a slower drive, those reads and writes will be slower than if you had a faster one. Upgrade to a faster hard drive to speed up FTP and computing in general. A Solid Date Drive, or SSD, costs more than regular hard drives, but it's faster.
Other Hard Drive Tips
You can speed up FTP by terminating other activities that use the hard drive extensively. These activities include downloading files and rendering video. Ensure that Windows defrags your hard drive periodically to optimize your data. By default, the Disk Defragmenter runs weekly, but you can change the schedule to run more frequently or run it manually any time.
Upload Speed Vs. Download Speed
Internet Service Providers often sell plans where upload speed is slower than download speed. If your FTP seem slow, review your ISP agreement to see how fast your upload speed is. If it’s a low transfer rate, that may explain why uploads via FTP are slower than you’d like them to be. Ask your ISP about upgrade plans if you need faster upload speed. A faster upload speed also make browser uploads and video chat sessions faster.
Work More Efficiently
The free FTP built into Windows is functional and is useful for performing simple tasks. However, you can manage large numbers of files and folders faster using a third-party FTP client such as FTP Voyager, FileZilla or CuteFTP (links in Resources). These programs let you drag and drop files between your desktop to the FTP. They make it faster to connect to FTP servers by storing login information and settings. You can also use File Manager and Internet Explorer to drag and drop files when you visit an FTP site. Many third-party FTP clients enable you to transfer files faster by using several simultaneous connections. Check your program's documentation to learn how to use this feature. Your Internet Service Provider may also have a built-in FTP client that helps you transfer files to and from your hosted website. Because these clients work using your browser, you don't have to install any software on your computer.
FTP Automation Tips
Windows 8 and 8.1, like older Windows versions, still allows you to issue FTP commands from the command line. Access it by Typing 'Windows-R' followed by 'Cmd.' Press 'Enter' to view the command prompt. Some people may use the command line FTP to run scripts that automate FTP activities. A script, for instance, may log you in automatically, switch to a specific folder and upload some files. Some third-party FTP clients, such as CuteFTP also allow you to automate FTP processes using Visual Basic and other types of scripts.
In Feburary 2016 09,
What Is a Place Holder?In Feburary 2016 09,
In Feburary 2016 09,
If a domain name and Web hosting service are purchased before a site design is complete, a place holder can inform visitors of the upcoming completion of your site.
Considerations
When uploading a place holder, it is best to make it very simple. Your hosting provider may automatically upload a place holder until you design your site.
Warning
Be sure that you finish your design quickly, as visitors may never return if they see a place holder. Some websites never advance beyond having a place holder page, so be sure to state when your site will be complete.
Types
There are two types of place holder pages. The first is a simple HTML page uploaded by the page designer. This can simply explain that the site is under design and offer a target launch date. Other place holders are uploaded by Web hosting companies. These pages can include advertisements for their services and other similar domains for sale.
Expert Insight
Having a place holder can be helpful when designing a website. However, continue the development of your website to make sure the place holder does not become your permanent homepage. If your hosting provider offers place holder templates that include advertisements for their services, it is best to overwrite this file with your own page.
In Feburary 2016 09,
If a domain name and Web hosting service are purchased before a site design is complete, a place holder can inform visitors of the upcoming completion of your site.
Considerations
When uploading a place holder, it is best to make it very simple. Your hosting provider may automatically upload a place holder until you design your site.
Warning
Be sure that you finish your design quickly, as visitors may never return if they see a place holder. Some websites never advance beyond having a place holder page, so be sure to state when your site will be complete.
Types
There are two types of place holder pages. The first is a simple HTML page uploaded by the page designer. This can simply explain that the site is under design and offer a target launch date. Other place holders are uploaded by Web hosting companies. These pages can include advertisements for their services and other similar domains for sale.
Expert Insight
Having a place holder can be helpful when designing a website. However, continue the development of your website to make sure the place holder does not become your permanent homepage. If your hosting provider offers place holder templates that include advertisements for their services, it is best to overwrite this file with your own page.
In Feburary 2016 09,
Monday, 8 February 2016
How to Host an Email NewsletterIn Feburary 2016 08,
In Feburary 2016 08,
Create a unique HTML page for each article you wish to include in your newsletter. HTML, which stands for 'Hypertext Markup Language,' allows you to construct webpages and emails using a library of HTML commands. Use an HTML editor, such as FirstPage or Adobe Dreamweaver, for help creating HTML files. Code your HTML from scratch using a simple text editor like NotePad or WordPad, if possible. To 'code' an HTML page means to use Hypertext Markup Language to arrange the text and graphics in the manner in which you want them to appear on your page. Type or paste the text of your newsletter article, including the paragraph tags, font styles and other HTML code, into the HTML file you created using your HTML or text editor. Put a story title and the author's name for each item in the newsletter on a separate HTML page of the newsletter.
Upload the HTML web pages you created for your newsletter articles to your web server---this 'hosts' the files on your website. If you have a simple and easily accessible content management system, use it copy and paste the HTML you created. For example, third-party systems like Liferay and SiteRefresh allow users to log into a web application, create or update webpages and instantly push the updated content to their websites. Otherwise, upload your HTML files directly to your web server using File Transfer Protocol (FTP) access or whatever other means you use to add files to your website. Make note of the URL, including the 'http,' where you stored your files.
Create an HTML page for your email newsletter itself. Include a table of contents, brief descriptions of each article and links to read more. Associate the links in your email newsletter with the URLs for the articles you hosted on your web server. To create a link, type this HTML code into your email and update it to include your URL and link name:your link nameComply with the requirements of the CAN-SPAM (Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing) Act by including your mailing address and an opt-out link in your email newsletter. The Federal Trade Commission created the CAN-SPAM Act in 2003 to combat consumer spam, so all email senders must comply with its requirements as a matter of federal law.
Combine your HTML email newsletter with a plain-text version of the same message and send it in MIME format to your subscribers. MIME stands for Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions (MIME). Email marketers should send messages in MIME format because not all subscribers can receive HTML emails, and some spam blockers award higher spam scores to HTML messages that do not include a plain-text version.Use a third-party service to bundle and send the HTML and text versions of your newsletter to subscribers, or consult your web developer for assistance creating a script on your web server to send MIME messages. A script is a program that performs an intended action; in this case, the script would send your HTML and text messages to your list of subscribers. Test your message before you send it to your subscribers to ensure that the links to your hosted articles function properly.
In Feburary 2016 08,
Create a unique HTML page for each article you wish to include in your newsletter. HTML, which stands for 'Hypertext Markup Language,' allows you to construct webpages and emails using a library of HTML commands. Use an HTML editor, such as FirstPage or Adobe Dreamweaver, for help creating HTML files. Code your HTML from scratch using a simple text editor like NotePad or WordPad, if possible. To 'code' an HTML page means to use Hypertext Markup Language to arrange the text and graphics in the manner in which you want them to appear on your page. Type or paste the text of your newsletter article, including the paragraph tags, font styles and other HTML code, into the HTML file you created using your HTML or text editor. Put a story title and the author's name for each item in the newsletter on a separate HTML page of the newsletter.
Upload the HTML web pages you created for your newsletter articles to your web server---this 'hosts' the files on your website. If you have a simple and easily accessible content management system, use it copy and paste the HTML you created. For example, third-party systems like Liferay and SiteRefresh allow users to log into a web application, create or update webpages and instantly push the updated content to their websites. Otherwise, upload your HTML files directly to your web server using File Transfer Protocol (FTP) access or whatever other means you use to add files to your website. Make note of the URL, including the 'http,' where you stored your files.
Create an HTML page for your email newsletter itself. Include a table of contents, brief descriptions of each article and links to read more. Associate the links in your email newsletter with the URLs for the articles you hosted on your web server. To create a link, type this HTML code into your email and update it to include your URL and link name:your link nameComply with the requirements of the CAN-SPAM (Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing) Act by including your mailing address and an opt-out link in your email newsletter. The Federal Trade Commission created the CAN-SPAM Act in 2003 to combat consumer spam, so all email senders must comply with its requirements as a matter of federal law.
Combine your HTML email newsletter with a plain-text version of the same message and send it in MIME format to your subscribers. MIME stands for Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions (MIME). Email marketers should send messages in MIME format because not all subscribers can receive HTML emails, and some spam blockers award higher spam scores to HTML messages that do not include a plain-text version.Use a third-party service to bundle and send the HTML and text versions of your newsletter to subscribers, or consult your web developer for assistance creating a script on your web server to send MIME messages. A script is a program that performs an intended action; in this case, the script would send your HTML and text messages to your list of subscribers. Test your message before you send it to your subscribers to ensure that the links to your hosted articles function properly.
In Feburary 2016 08,
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