2BlueSolutions Developer Blog

If you don't already have a backup file to use, install  JoomlaPack  and make a backup of your site and download the .jpa file that is created. These instructions will handle restoring your Joomla site onto a new server (server move) or back onto your own server (disaster recovery).  Take the .jpa file that you downloaded after using JoomlaPack and upload it to the root of the server you want to expand it onto (ie.   /www/)  using an FTP program or your server hosts administration file handling software.  Now, grab Kickstart and upload it alongside your .jpa file.  Kickstart will allow you to log into your server through a web browser and handle the extraction of the jpa file online. Once you have the Kickstart file and the JoomlaPack archive uploaded, browse to the location using a web browser (ie.  www.2bluesolutions.ca/kickstart.php).  If you can't find the file online, then double check where you uploaded it to and put in that ad...

When it comes to backing up your Joomla site, there is really only one choice at the moment and that's the Joomla Extension called JoomlaPack . JoomlaPack installs quickly and integrates quite well with your current Joomla site. After installation, you are presented with a nice big Backup Required button on your Joomla administration home page. Clicking this button automatically begins the automated backup process.  Just sit back and watch as it backs up your whole site. To check on your backup, you can enter the JoomlaPack administration area by clicking on the JoomlaPack menu item under the components menu of your Joomla administration page.  For most users, it's best to keep JoomlaPack running in "Easy Mode", which allows for some quick access to some simple configuration options, a backup now button, and a way to administer the backup files.  By entering the "Administer Backup Files" area, you will be able to select a backup file and download it t...