Join us as we take another look at one of the best and most important extensions you should add to every Joomla site you have: Akeeba Backup
00:00:00 Introduction & Setup Akeeba Backup
00:09:53 Core Backup Features
00:26:36 Advanced Configuration
00:50:14 Pro Version Deep Dive
01:25:33 Troubleshooting & Comparisons
01:53:14 Bonus: Web History & Fun
Summary
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Introduction to Akeeba Backup
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Overview of Akeeba Backup’s core features, including installation, setup, and initial configuration.
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Manual Installation & Configuration
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Addressed issues with web installers and manual uploads. Walkthrough of the configuration wizard for seamless setup.
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Understanding Backup Profiles
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In-depth look at backup profiles: settings for files, databases, and one-click backup execution.
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Backup Location & Security Best Practices
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Changed default backup location to enhance security, avoiding storing backups in public web directories.
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Advanced Exclusions & Freezing Backups
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Learn how to exclude files/tables to reduce backup size and freeze backups to retain beyond quota limits.
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Site Migration & Cloud Integration
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Step-by-step guide on using the Site Transfer Wizard to migrate Joomla sites, plus cloud storage integration (Dropbox, S3, OneDrive).
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Managing Backup Quotas & Debugging
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How to manage backup quotas, exclude unnecessary files, and use the Alice Log Analyzer to debug failed backups.
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Pro Features - ZIP/FTP Archiving
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Dive into Pro features such as ZIP/FTP archiving and advanced archiving formats not available in the free version.
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Troubleshooting Site-Specific Issues
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Troubleshot configuration saving issues linked to server permissions and site corruption. Fixed bug during live demo.
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Fun with Web History & Akeeba Throwback
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Enjoyed some web design nostalgia, exploring Wayback Machine snapshots and reminiscing about early web design tools like Dreamweaver.
Please send any feedback or bug reports or queries to;
Contact Tim Davis ►
Joomla Training Cohort ► https://cybersalt.com/jtc
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