How to Install CMS Made Simple on macOS

CMS Made Simple is a popular open-source content management system used to create and manage websites. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of installing CMS Made Simple on macOS.

Step 1: Requirements

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure your macOS system meets the following requirements:

• PHP 5.5.9 or higher
• MySQL 5.5 or higher
• Apache web server

Step 2: Downloading CMS Made Simple

1. Head over to the CMS Made Simple website - https://www.cmsmadesimple.org/ - and click on the "Download" button on the homepage.
2. Select the latest stable version of CMS Made Simple.
3. Once you have selected the version, click on the "Download" button.

Step 3: Installing CMS Made Simple on macOS

1. Extract the downloaded ZIP file to a folder of your choice on your macOS.
2. Open the folder where you extracted the file, and you will see the CMS Made Simple folder.
3. Rename the folder to your desired name, e.g., "mysite" or "cmsms".
4. Move the renamed folder to the root folder of your web server, typically located at /Library/WebServer/Documents/.
5. Next, open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost/your-folder-name/install/install.php, where "your-folder-name" is the name you assigned to the CMS Made Simple folder in step 3.
6. Once you have accessed the URL in your web browser, follow the installation wizard to install CMS Made Simple.

Step 4: Finishing the Installation

1. After completing the installation wizard, you will be prompted to log in to the CMS Made Simple admin panel.
2. Enter your login credentials and log in.
3. You will now be redirected to the CMS Made Simple dashboard, where you can start customizing your website.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed CMS Made Simple on macOS. You can now customize and manage your website using this popular content management system. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, refer to the official CMS Made Simple documentation for further assistance.

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