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Summary

A unique introduction to implementing DotNetNuke Web sitesShows readers how to easily build sites with a variety of content features that meet the needs of the growing installed base of non-technical DotNetNuke users Begins with an introduction to the benefits of content management systems, open source and the DotNetNuke Framework's history and future Introduces readers to concepts in DotNetNuke such as modules, pages, and skins to give readers a reference point for DotNetNuke as a content management system. Discusses the basic administration functionality for DotNetNuke Web sites and the content management fundamentals for DNN sites Provides helpful implementation strategies and configuration decisions for the following types of sites: personal Web site, team or club community, small business, and an enterprise solutionShaun Walker, ASPInsider, MVP (city, state) is a co-founder and president/chief architect of DotNetNuke Corp and the creator of DotNetNuke. He is a frequent speaker at user group meetings, trade conferences, and is Wrox DotNetNuke Series Editor. Chris Hammond (St. Louis, MO) is the product manager for Internet Solutions with Engage Software. He started and runs one of the most active DotNetNuke user groups, the St. Louis DNN User Group found at www.dnnug.com.Patrick Renner (St. Louis, MO) is a project manager at Engage Software.

Author Biography

Christopher Hammond is a technical evangelist with Engage Software. He has worked with DotNetNuke since its inception and has been a DotNetNuke Core Team member for five years. He's the founder of DotNetNukeBlogs.com, a site that brings the best DotNetNuke blogs to one, easy-to-use location.

Patrick Renner is a project manager at Engage Software, where he oversees a variety of implementations primarily using the DotNetNuke framework and consults on project planning and strategy for DotNetNuke implementations.

Shaun Walker is the creator of DotNetNuke and the Wrox DotNetNuke Series editor.

Foreword
Introduction
Introduction To DotNetNuke
What Is a Content Management System?
What Is Open Source?
Software Licenses
What Is DotNetNuke?
Who Uses DotNetNuke?
What Does the License Allow?
A Brief History of DotNetNuke
What Is the DotNetNuke Ecosystem?
What Does DotNetNuke Provide and How?
Security
Pages
Extensions, Modules, and Skins
Upgrades
Users Management
Common Misconceptions
Summary
Installing DotNetNuke
Web Server Basics
Pre-Installation Considerations
What Kind of a Website Will You Be Building?
How Much Content Will Your Website Have?
How Much Traffic Will Your Website Receive?
Who Is Your Intended Audience?
Will Your Website Have Its Own Domain Name?
Installation Requirements
DotNetNuke Requirements
Third-Party Hosting Considerations
Which Version of DotNetNuke?
The Local Installation Process
File System Configuration
Setting Up Your Web Server
Configuring Your Database
The Hosted Installation Process
Using the DotNetNuke Installation Wizard
File Permissions Check
Database Check
User Configuration
Summary
DotNetNuke Concepts and Host Configuration
Definitions
Portals
Pages
URLs
Skins
Modules
Containers
Actions Menu
Control Panel
Providers
Dissecting a DotNetNuke Page
Logo
Navigation Elements
Search Functionality
Register/Login Links
Breadcrumb
Page Content
Content Positioning
Privacy Statement, Terms of Use, and Copyright
Overview of Administration within DNN
The Super User Account
The Administrator Account
Logging In to Your Portal
Administrative Modes
Page Mode Selection
ADMIN and HOST Menu Items
Summary
Portal and Content Administration
Administrative Functionality
Site Settings
Basic Settings
Advanced Settings
Roles
Managing Roles
Users
Adding Users
Existing Users
Deleting Unauthorized Users
Profile Properties
Permissions
Permissions Grid
Deny Permissions
Inherit View Permissions from Page
Workflow Permissions
Pages
Navigation
Adding and Editing Pages
Modules
Adding Modules to a Page
Module Settings
Managing a Module
Summary
Creating Your Personal Site
Planning for Your Personal Site
Goals for Your Personal Site
Who Is Your Audience?
Essential DNN Setup for a Personal Site
Basic Site Settings
Identifying Your Users in DNN
Establishing the Appearance of Your Site
Organizing the File System
Page Creation and Content Organization
The Home Page
The My Blog Page
The About Me Page
The My Photos Page
Summary
Creating a League Website
Reasons for a Sport League Site
Setting Up Your Site
Identifying the Site Administrator
Setting Up External Webmaster Tools
Organizing the File System
Establishing Membership Online
Organizing, Creating, and Managing Content
Planning Your Site Map
Applying Permissions
Administering Content with Modules
Announcements Module
Forum Module
Events Module
Summary
Creating a Small Business Website
Why Use DotNetNuke for Your Small Business Website?
Goals for Your Website
Site Administration Considerations
Site Settings
Allowing Users to Manage Services
Creating Secure Pages
Custom Design Considerations
Layouts and Skin Variations
Consistent Navigation Elements
Dynamic Content to Include
Tracking Traffic with Google Analytics
Administering Content
Planning Your Page Structure
Administering Your Store
The Store Admin Module
The Store Catalog Module
The Store Menu Module
The Store Mini-Cart Module
The Store Account Module
Additional Content Options
The FAQ Module
The Feedback Module
Summary
Advanced Portal Administration
Evaluating Your DNN Environment
Shared File System and Database
Managing Multiple Portals
How Multiple Portals Work
Creating Additional Portals
Managing Files on Your Server
Files Stored by the Host
File Storage and Management
Portal and Page Templates
Portal Templates
Page Templates
Distributing Content Management Responsibilities
Leveraging the Provider Model
Summary
Your Website Is Up and Running ù Now What?
Portal Health
Database Health
Pages and Users
Modules and Skin in Use
Backing Up Your Website
When to Back Up
How to Back Up
How to Restore
Upgrading DotNetNuke
Deciding When to Upgrade
Disabling Your Website during an Upgrade
Deciding Which Package to Use
Performing an Upgrade
Upgrading Extensions
Setting Up Multiple Environments
Types of Environments
Configuring a New Environment
Rotating Content Using Banners
Managing Vendor Accounts
Banner Placement
Other Uses for Banners
Token Replacement
Sending Newsletters
Basic Settings
The Message of Your E-mail
Advanced Settings
Managing the Recycle Bin
Configuring User Settings
Membership Provider Settings
Password Aging Settings
User Accounts Settings
Advanced Administrative Functionality
Summary
Index
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