How to install and use SMF forum

Posted by Administrator on December 12, 2008 · 6 Comments 

There is not a lot of reasons why I like SMF forum so much.  It’s just simple, it is easy to install, simple to operate, and have many many functions.  In this article I will explain how to install SMF forum.

  • Download the system (FREE)
  • Upload using FTP
  • Go to your forum adress ex: your-website.com/forum
  • Install
  • Ready to Use !

So, let’s get started.  Go to simplemachines.com and download the free package you wish to use.  Get the files out of ZIP format (extract).  Now upload them to the directory you want to use.  Many people use either you-domain.com/forum or forum.yourdomain.com — you will need to upload your files using FTP.  Click here to read about FTP.

Now that you have uploaded your files, direct your browser to the directory you uploaded it to.  For example if you have uploaded it to your-domain.com/forum go to your-domain.com/forum. Once you are there, it will automatically instruct you with the setup.  You just have to fill in the places with proper information.

Once your done, you can login to your forum, and start to create categories, forums and sub-forums.  This system is very easy and simple, I prefer it to anyone from beginners to professionals.

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