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How to hide or rename the Joomla /administrator directory?

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:05:10 +0100

First of all, let me start by saying that you should probably NOT do this. There are many files from the core and other 3rd party extensions that make reference to the /administrator directory. Renaming this directory means having to find all of those references and changing them to the new name, and also changing the reference in any new extension before installing. I’m basically writing this because I know there are...

Is this a component, mambot, plugin, or module

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 09:47:02 +0100

Downloading Joomla Extensions So you downloaded this compressed file and you have no clue if this is a fscking component, mambot/pluging, or module. Don’t sweat it son, just read along. Check the filename: The first thing you want to do is check the filename. Most developers will follow the...

What is Joomla Extension?

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 09:24:50 +0100

In a Zen statement: Basically a Joomla extension is any program or application that extends the core functionality of the Joomla! CMS. Think forum, directory, comments, galleries, so on and so on, something you could blow on… sorry, just flexing my rap skillz.

How to hide the Joomla login form

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:18:03 +0100

In a nutshell: The same way you hide any other module... WTF!? You don't know how to hide a module? The login form (mod_login) is nothing but another built-in module. Just like the Main Menu (mod_mainmenu), the polls (mod_poll), so on and so on. All modules are managed form the Module Manager: Click Sequence #1: Modules -> Site Modules Now search for the Login Form and unpublish it. You can do a...

View your Joomla template module positions

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:05:51 +0100

So you got your thugged out template, and you're feeling it, loving it, and can't stop looking at it. Good job son! Now, since this site is dedicated to non-readers I will continue with an abstraction layer of simplicity, as oppose to going into nerdy details about the possible powers of your Joomla! template. How will content be laid out on your new template? For the most part you might be able to tell what goes...

How to choose a Joomla extension or add-on

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 20:00:32 +0100

What's the best extension for this? What's the best add-on for that? These questions are as difficult to answer as What's the best position for sex? A lot of times it depends on what you've used and who you're sleeping with. But do your best to not fall asleep and we just might learn you a thing or two about choosing the right extension/add-on for your Joomla site. The process is very similar to the...

Where to download Joomla extensions

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 19:00:49 +0100

Repeat after me: JED is the Joomla Extensions Directory (http://extensions.joomla.org) JED is the Joomla Extensions Directory (http://extensions.joomla.org) JED is the Joomla Extensions Directory (http://extensions.joomla.org) .... (http://extensions.joomla.org) Every fscking day I come across some wanker on #joomla (irc://irc.freenode.net/joomla) (freenode) asking Where can I download extensions/add-ons/components/modules/plugins/naked women for Joomla . This never fails to bring the SRSS out of me. Honestly, you went to joomla.org, and you didn't see the big ass button that reads...

Joomla Security Tips - 001

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 17:46:01 +0100

Like the homey Bob Marley said Collective security for surety . The how secure is Joomla? question is about as common as ASL was in those dumbass AOL chat channels. Put it this way, it was, and still is, developed by a group of humans, and since humans are animals, most likely there are probably still a few lines of animalistic code in there. That's just about how it is for every piece...

How to hide the "Read More Link"

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 19:49:19 +0100

How do I disable or hide the Joomla ‘Read more' link? This is a very popular one in the IRC channel. It's axed every week, and every time I see it the reaction is the same: Sigh Roll Eyes Shake head Shite face This question is a sure sign of being a I dunt reed syndrome carrier. Some people don't rtfm, while others simple dunt reed. Click Sequence #1: Site -> Global Configuration -> Content -> Read More Link. Click Sequence...

Global Configuration - Content

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 21:13:16 +0100

Admit it son, you went to joomla.org, got sent to joomlacode.org, downloaded the latest stable, somehow installed the damn thing, and didn't even bother to rtfm. Maybe, just maybe you read a paragraph on how to install it. Its ok, you're not alone in this world. You got this Joomla! thing running, but you don't know shit. Where do you go from here? Global Configuration is your friend, and since content is the reason for installing a...

Thugged out logo

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:41:59 +0100

Need one to go with the needed thugged out template. If you think you can help please drop me a line (index.php?option=com_contact task=view contact_id=1 Itemid=5) . If you dont know what thugged out means then this is not a task for you. -JoomlaThug

Change the Joomla! default Metadata

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 10:28:06 +0100

If you have no fscking idea about what Metadata is, don't worry. There are millions out there just like you. The difference is they don't, and shouldn't give shite, but you should if your goal is to have a thugged out Joomla! site. Read this shite here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metadata) real fast for some basic understanding. OK, now that you're a Metadata genius lets go ahead and change the default Metadata Settings for...

Glad you could make it

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:59:32 +0100

Welcome to joomlathug.com. We aim to become the hangout spot for lazy fsckers who don't like to rtfm, or extensive boring ass nerdy tutorials. The idea is to have straight forward, blunt, and some times funny tips, how tos, and guides, to help you on your way to becoming a thugged out Joomla! admin. If you don't have a sense a humor, then this site is not for you. Do not...

Rename the Joomla! admin account

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:59:01 +0100

OK, so by the grace of madness you managed to complete your first Joomla! installation. Yes, that burning sensation on your chest is indeed a sign of some sort of manhood coupled with hair growth. As suggested right after the installation is complete, you should completley delete the installation directory. Don't just rename it, there are some smart thugs out there that can see right through you and call you...

Thugged out template

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:20:18 +0100

Ok, I'm kindda feeling this carbon template so I'm gonna just go ahead and roll with it.� I'm still needing some nice thugged out icon set to go with it though.� So I appreciate it if you got the time. � In search of a thugged out template to go along with this joomlathug.com essence. I've searched through the entire joomla.de template gallery and nothing. I've also search searched through some template club sites...