How to Install b2evolution CMS on Fedora CoreOS Latest

b2evolution is a powerful content management system (CMS) that allows users to create and publish blog posts, manage website content, and much more. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing b2evolution CMS on Fedora CoreOS Latest.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• Access to a server running Fedora CoreOS Latest
• SSH access to the server
• Basic knowledge of the command line

Step 1: Update the System

Before installing any software, it's important to ensure that your system is up-to-date. Run the following command to update your server:

sudo dnf update -y

Wait for the update process to complete.

Step 2: Install Apache and MariaDB

b2evolution requires a web server and a database management system to function properly. In this tutorial, we'll be using Apache as our web server and MariaDB as our database management system.

Run the following command to install Apache:

sudo dnf install httpd -y

Once the installation is complete, start the Apache server and enable it to start automatically on server boot by running the following commands:

sudo systemctl start httpd
sudo systemctl enable httpd

Next, install MariaDB by running the following command:

sudo dnf install mariadb-server -y

After installation, start the MariaDB server and enable it to start automatically on server boot by running the following commands:

sudo systemctl start mariadb
sudo systemctl enable mariadb

Step 3: Configure MariaDB

After installing MariaDB, you need to configure it by running the following command:

sudo mysql_secure_installation

This command will prompt you to set a root password for the MariaDB server, remove anonymous users, disallow remote root login, and remove the test database. Follow the prompts to complete the process.

Step 4: Download and Extract b2evolution

Now it's time to download and extract the b2evolution file.

Run the following command to download the latest version of b2evolution:

wget https://b2evolution.net/downloads/index.html?version=7.2.2

Now extract the downloaded file to the web server's document root by running the following command:

sudo tar -xvzf b2evolution-7.2.2.tar.gz -C /var/www/html/

Step 5: Create a MariaDB Database for b2evolution

Next, you need to create a database and a user for b2evolution to use. Log in to the MariaDB server by running the following command:

sudo mysql -u root -p

Enter the root password when prompted.

Now create a database and a user for b2evolution by running the following SQL commands:

CREATE DATABASE b2evolution;
CREATE USER 'b2evo_user'@'localhost' IDENTIFIED BY 'your_password';
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON b2evolution.* TO 'b2evo_user'@'localhost';

Replace your_password with a strong password.

Finally, flush the privileges and exit the MariaDB server by running the following commands:

FLUSH PRIVILEGES;
EXIT;

Step 6: Configure Apache for b2evolution

Create an Apache virtual host file for b2evolution by running the following command:

sudo nano /etc/httpd/conf.d/b2evolution.conf

Add the following configuration to the file:

<VirtualHost *:80>
    ServerAdmin admin@example.com
    ServerName your_server_name
    ServerAlias www.your_server_name

    DocumentRoot /var/www/html/b2evolution
    <Directory /var/www/html/b2evolution/>
        Options FollowSymLinks
        AllowOverride All
        Require all granted
    </Directory>

    ErrorLog /var/log/httpd/b2evolution_error.log
    CustomLog /var/log/httpd/b2evolution_access.log combined
</VirtualHost>

Replace admin@example.com with your email address, your_server_name with your server name or IP address, and /var/www/html/b2evolution with the path to the b2evolution directory.

Save and close the file by pressing Ctrl+X, then Y, and finally Enter.

Next, restart the Apache server by running the following command:

sudo systemctl restart httpd

Step 7: Install b2evolution

Now that everything is configured, it's time to install b2evolution.

Point your web browser to http://your_server_name/ (replace your_server_name with your server name or IP address). You should see the b2evolution installer page.

Follow the installation wizard to configure your b2evolution installation. You'll need to enter the database information you created in Step 5.

Once the installation is complete, log in to the b2evolution admin panel and start using your new CMS!

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed b2evolution CMS on Fedora CoreOS Latest. You can now start creating content, managing your website, and enjoying the benefits of a powerful and flexible CMS.

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