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How to use mod_rewrite (RewriteRule/RewriteCond)
In this tutorial, we are going to walk you through the process of enabling mod_rewrite on your AwardSpace web server. What is Mod_Rewrite? Mod_rewrite is an Apache module that helps you...
Website files are uploaded to my account, but the website doesn’t work
If you have uploaded your website files to your hosting account, but when you visit your website you see the old content or no content at all. A few things might have gone wrong, you can start...
“500 Unable to service PORT commands” error appears when connecting through FTP
In this tutorial, we're going to provide information regarding the error message 500 Unable to service PORT commands, including ways to fix it. What Does the Error Mean? The error message 500...
“Response: 426 Transfer aborted. Operation not permitted.” error appears during file upload
The error message “Response: 426 Transfer aborted. Operation not permitted.” normally occurs if you are trying to upload a file that is too large. You can see the file size limit for our hosting...
“Parse error: syntax error, unexpected T_STRING” error appears on my website
In this tutorial, we're going to provide details regarding the error message syntax error, unexpected T_STRING, including the meaning and ways to fix it. What Does the Error Mean? The error...
Why my website or parts of it look misplaced or broken on some browsers or devices?
The problem comes from the fact that different browsers parse HTML and CSS differently. You can search on the internet for general tips on making your site displaying the same content properly on...
How Do I Fix the “Can’t Connect to Local MySQL Server Through Socket” Error?
At the heart of most content management systems lies a database, such as MySQL, where the majority of content is stored. So for your pages to fully load, your website needs to be able to fetch the...
How Do I Fix MySQL Error #1142 “INSERT Command Denied to User”?
Having your own custom website is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have online, but from time to time, it can also throw seemingly random errors at you for no apparent reason. One of...
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Databases
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