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Installation
Script versus Manual?
Don’t use “admin”
Use a strong password
Different nickname from administrator
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Plugins/Tools – Backup
Which plugins?
Backup
– WP DB Backup
– WP Twin
– Backup Buddy
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Plugins/Tools – Security
Which plugins?
Security – Scanning
WebsiteDefender WordPress Security
– Logins Login Lockdown
Limit Lockdown Attempts
– Change Admin Login Admin renamer extended
– .htaccess Bulletproof Security
– Comment SPAM Akismet
SI CAPTCHA Anti-Spam
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Upgrading or Changing WordPress
Always use a test blog!
Always have a current backup!
Check compatibility
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Backing Up
Why it’s important
Frequency
General backup principles
Why backups are not good enough
– Test your restores
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Backing Up – Methods
cPanel
WP DB Backup
WP Twin
Backup Buddy
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User Administration
Change admin username
Two admins at all times
Use strong passwords
Delete unused accounts
Setting user roles
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Resources
WP Twin –
– http://u-like.us/wptwin
WP Secure Pro –
– http://u-like.us/wpsecurepro
The Ultimate Guide to WordPress –
– http://theultimateguidetowordpress.com/
Internet Marketing Coaching Academy –
– http://coaching-academy.us
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