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Just a comment on C5.1 installation

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Hi!

I just tried the new version, and the installation was greater than the previous version. I really like the checkup listing at the left side of the installation page; it give you a brief idea what to fix and what is right. I just correct as it said and click again the re-test button, and everything was fine. I like it. Good job!

Now, I just have to try an update. I hope it will be fine too ;-)

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It would be easier for the newbie to suggest by default "localhost" for the webserver path. This is not evident for the beginners. Believe me, I have past through that thing.

Cheers!
Styves
 
jereme replied on at Permalink Reply
jereme
Localhost as a default seems like it would be a valid option ONLY when you're running C5 on your local machine. That's the least likely scenario, not the most likely scenario.

I think that a default here is assuming too much, but perhaps a little helpful documentation on the page could suffice?

But here here on the new install. It looks great!
davidjr78 replied on at Permalink Reply
davidjr78
I agree with both of you. Having something such as "If you are unsure, try 'localhost'." would probably make things go smoother for newer users.
Even making localhost default would not be a headache for more experienced users. It only takes a second to delete and enter the correct path.
ScottC replied on at Permalink Reply
ScottC
Then look for the IP address of the server during the installation script (startup.php or wherever it is) and check to see if it starts with 127. regex match by comparing it using: 

$_SERVER['SERVER_ADDR'];


Wouldn't default to anything like this, but the hand holding could be nice for development people.