Chapter 1.  Introduction

Table of Contents

What is myPHPNuke?
Do I need to know HTML to use myPHPNuke?
What do I need to use myPHPNuke?
Why should I use myPHPNuke?
How many languages are supported by myPHPNuke?
MPN Road Map
With all the different CMS's out there, why was myPHPNuke developed?
Now that MPN 1.8.8.x is out there, what's next?
I keep hearing about this 'Ruffdogs'. Who are they and what do they have to do with myPHPNuke?
This is all fine but why does it take so long to get new versions out the door?
Now that we understand the MPN culture and development process, why should I stay with MPN versus moving to phpNuke or PostNuke?
In Closing...

What is myPHPNuke?

myPHPNuke is an automated news system especially designed for use in Intranets and/or the Internet. Using a MySQL database core, MPN gives complete flexibility in both administrative and user options. By using a database, dynamic pages are constructed on the fly for a rich and interactive experience.

Do I need to know HTML to use myPHPNuke?

In most cases no. If you can browse a web page, then you can run a MPN site. Some knowledge of HTML is required if you wish to further customize your site beyond what is already available, however this is not required for using administrative functions.

MPN is designed to for web based administration, so you should never have the need to edit files directly.

What do I need to use myPHPNuke?

myPHPNuke requires a computer with either the Linux operating system or Windows installed. Also required are MySQL database server 3.23.xx, a Web server (preferably Apache) and PHP4 preferably installed as a module (mod_php4). All but the Windows associated programs are available free on the Internet.

Why should I use myPHPNuke?

There are many similar programs and projects like PHP-Nuke, Slash, PHPweblog, Thatware, Sips, NewsPro, etc. However, what makes myPHPNuke standout from the others is its ease of use and included features that makes using MPN fun, not an administrative nightmare.

How many languages are supported by myPHPNuke?

Currently myPHPNuke supports more than 10 languages including English, French, German and Dutch.