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Drupal Overview

Drupal is a free and open-source content management framework written in PHP. The standard release of Drupal, known as Drupal core, contains basic features common to content management systems. These include user account registration and maintenance, menu management, RSS feeds, taxonomy, page layout customization, and system administration.

Drupal is highly versatile, allowing it to serve as a simple website, a single- or multi-user blog, an internet forum, or a community website providing user-generated content. While it offers a sophisticated API for developers, basic installation and administration of the framework require no programming skills.

Key Features​

  • User Management: Easy account registration and maintenance.
  • Content Management: Flexible tools for creating and managing content.
  • Customization: Customizable page layouts and menu management.
  • RSS Feeds: Integrated support for RSS feeds.
  • Taxonomy: Powerful categorization and tagging system.
  • Extensible: A wide range of modules and themes available for extending functionality.
  • API: Sophisticated API for developers to create custom solutions.

Our Version​

We offer a pre-configured version of Drupal optimized for performance and stability. Below are the details of our setup:

Drupal on Ubuntu Server 20.04 with Nginx, MySQL Server 8.0, PHP 7.4, and PHP-FPM​

  • Drupal (latest version): A robust content management system used for building and managing websites.
  • Ubuntu Server 20.04 (Focal Fossa): A stable and secure long-term support release, known for its reliability.
  • Nginx: A high-performance web server and reverse proxy, providing efficient handling of web traffic.
  • MySQL Server 8.0: Ensures reliable and robust data management.
  • PHP 7.4: Offers compatibility with a wide range of web applications.
  • PHP-FPM (FastCGI Process Manager): Efficiently handles the execution of PHP scripts, improving performance.

Key Benefits​

  • Reliable Environment: Ubuntu 20.04 provides a stable and secure platform for Drupal.
  • High Performance: Nginx and PHP-FPM ensure efficient handling of web traffic and PHP scripts.
  • Robust Data Management: MySQL 8.0 offers dependable and scalable data management.
  • Extensible Platform: Drupal's modular architecture allows for extensive customization and scalability.

Getting Started with Drupal​

  1. Accessing Drupal: Log in to your server using the credentials provided during setup.
  2. Setting Up Your Site: Follow the installation wizard to configure your Drupal site.
  3. Managing Content: Use the admin interface to create and manage content, set up user roles, and configure menus.
  4. Customizing Your Site: Install themes and modules to customize the appearance and functionality of your site.
  5. Optimizing Performance: Configure Nginx and PHP-FPM settings to ensure optimal performance.
  6. Security Settings: Implement security best practices to protect your Drupal site from common threats.

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