CHAPTER 2

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Installing Backdrop

The process for installing Backdrop is similar to installing Drupal, with a few minor variances. In this chapter, I will walk you through the process of downloading and installing Backdrop. I’ll also describe the differences in the directory structure and file system between Backdrop and Drupal. By the end of this chapter, you will have the information necessary to successfully install Backdrop on a shared hosting environment and your local system.

System Requirements

The Backdrop team focused on minimizing the system requirements for Backdrop, making the platform a “shared hosting”–friendly CMS. The following are ...

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