WordPress For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

WordPress For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))
by Lisa Sabin-Wilson

WordPress For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))
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Author: Lisa Sabin-Wilson
Foreword: Matt Mullenweg
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-11-12
ISBN: 0470149469
Number of pages: 408
Publisher: For Dummies

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Book Review: A very helpful introduction to WordPress
Summary: 5 Stars

I'm starting to build a website for a campus organization, and WordPress for Dummies has helped me know what needs to be done and how to do it. It's step-by-step instructions are a boon when you're doing your own webmastering!

Summary of WordPress For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Are you a wannabe blogger? A seasoned pro migrating your blog to WordPress? Looking to do more cool stuff with your existing WordPress blog? Then this fun guide is for you! WordPress for Dummies is a veritable smorgasbord of WordPress information, ideas, tools, resources, and instruction on everything you need to create and maintain your dream blog.

Unlike other blog hosts, WordPress gives you the ability to create a blog that is tailored to your own tastes and needs. Sure, the codes, tags, and terminology can seem a little intimidating at first, but WordPress for Dummies breaks it all down to show you just how intuitive, friendly, and extensible the software really is. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to:

  • Sign up for a free WordPress account
  • Set up and use a hosted blog with WordPress.com
  • Install and set up the WordPress.Org and WordPress.MU software for single- and multi-user versions
  • Find great themes, plugins, and consultants that will help you achieve JUST the kind of blog you want
  • Use tags to work with WordPress templates
  • Combat challenges with comments, trackback spam, and "splogs"
  • Add special technologies to your blog, such as RSS feed, podcasting, vlogging, and photoblogging
  • Find online support, tips, and resources for WordPress software

Whether you want to keep family and friends updated on your latest adventures, post pictures of your new puppy, or communicate your passion with millions of readers worldwide, WordPress for Dummies is your passport to creating the kind of blog that will keep your visitors coming back for more!

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