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Review – Sirius Cybernetics Corporation
The Sirius Cybernetics Corporation is the primary manufacturer and supplier of androids, robots and autonomic assistants for the known universe. They are known for their catchy jingles and catchphrases, supplied by their Marketing Department.
They are not, however, known for the quality of their products.
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Week Ten: Developing Secure Sites 3
1. What is the wp-config file for?
It contains the most sensitive information that hackers would love to get their hands on like the admin’s username and password and the Authentication keys.
2. Protect your wp-config file as the instructor demonstrates: NOTE: .htaccess is a hidden file, so you need to be able to see hidden files. If you do not see it in Dreamweaver, then update your .htaccess file through your hosting and file manager. Also, if you do not have access to the work files.. just pause the video and type in the code EXACTLY as shown. Check your website to make sure you don’t see any errors.
I was unable to find the .htaccess file no matter which method I used. I tried Dreamweaver with Show Hidden Files on, I tried managing my files through GoDaddy and tried using FileZilla with Force Showing Hidden Files. Nothing worked to show or access my .htaccess file. I also spent an hour searching the web for a solution, but nothing worked. On a side note, my site already gives a ‘forbidden’ message when I try to access wp-config.php direcctly from the address bar.
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Week Nine: Developing Secure Sites Intro & 1-2
1. Install BackWPUp on your site and set up a daily or weekly backup job. Keep in mind, the version the instructor is using is an older version, so it may look a little different. If you are really confused, you can follow this tutorial instead:
Done.
2. Why is it important to keep your site current and up-to-date?
Keeping WordPress up to date makes sure you have the latest security patches, features and bug fixes. These updates will limit known vulnerabilities to themes, plugins, etc. as the Author created these updates to address these vulnerabilities and repair them.
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