It is important to keep software up to date: any problems or safety issues are resolved through updates. Joomla needs also be kept up-to-date.
Because not everyone has the time or inclination to keep his or her Joomla website up to date, db8 offers Joomla update and backup service for its customers.
An update is a new minor version within the same series, so for example, Joomla 3.4.4 to 3.4.5. Such updates are bug fixes and no new features. It is highly advisable to first make a backup of the site (the files and database) before installing the update, and to keep the backup offsite (download to your local computer). Instruction:
An upgrade is a new major release within the same series, so for example, Joomla 3.4.5 to 3.5.0. Such updates include new features and compatibility of the used extensions (3rd party extensions) should be tested. It is highly advisable to first make a backup of the site (the files and database) before installing the update, and to keep the backup offsite (download to your local computer). Instruction:
The code and database structure of Joomla 1.0 and 1.5 differ so much from later versions that an update or upgrade is not possible. Two possible solutions are:
Look under Website migration for more information.
For companies and organizations that want to have their site updated occasionally, db8 provides backup and update services. On the basis of the configuration and extensions used there is made an estimate of the time. After approval db8 will backup the website and takes care of the entire update Joomla and / or 3rd party extensions.
For companies and organizations that do not want any backup and update hassle, db8 can offer its customers a service contract to automatically update their websites monthly: backup and update service. Please contact db8 for more information.
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Monday to Friday
09:00 - 17:00 (5pm)
(Time zone: Central European Time)
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