Time for action – creating a database
The next step is creating an empty database for Joomla. If you are new to Joomla, the concept of a web application using a database may take some getting used to. The database isn't a regular file that you can create (or copy, move, or delete) on the web server. To create and manage a database, you use special software. Most web hosting companies offer you database access through a web interface (usually called a control panel). Popular control panels are Plesk and CPanel. You will find details on the control panel that's available to you in your hosting account information.
In the following example, we will use Plesk to create a new database. If your hosting company provides another control panel, the basic ...
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