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Getting Started

Welcome to the Getting Started section, your gateway to a seamless Cumulus experience. Here, we provide essential information to kickstart your journey with Cumulus Software. Whether you're a new user or looking to refresh your knowledge, the following sub-sections will guide you through the initial steps:

System Requirements

Before diving into the installation process, it's crucial to ensure that your system meets the necessary requirements for Cumulus Software. Check the following specifications to guarantee a smooth setup and optimal performance.

• Apache Web Server 2.3 - It will likely work fine with most versions of Apache.
• PHP 8.0 or higher - The program has been designed with PHP 8 language version and has been tested with subsequent versions. It has not been tested with previous versions, but it is quite likely that it will work with PHP 7.
• MariaDB 10.1 or higher or equivalent MySQL version - It works equally well in MySQL or MariaDB.
• phpMyAdmin 5.1 or higher - It is not mandatory, although it makes database administration easier.
• Dynamic extensions active - curl, fileinfo, gettext, mbstring, exif, mysqli, pdo_mysql, pdo_sqlite

Installation Guide

Once your system aligns with the requirements, follow this step-by-step Installation Guide to set up Cumulus on your environment. From downloading the software to configuring key settings, this guide will walk you through the process, ensuring a hassle-free installation.

Step 1 - Create a blank database, to allow the installation process.

Step 2 - Run the setup program install.php

Step 3 - Enter configuration data

Step 4 - Launch the installation process

Step 5 - Cumulus installed