Web content management can be an awfully taxing task especially if you will not utilize an efficient CMS (content management systems) that are currently becoming the standard on the internet. Included in the list of common CMS that are highly preferred by web content managers and developers is Geeklog.

Essentially, Geeklog is a PHP/MySQL based application which you can use for managing your web site. It is basically designed for blog site management but you can also use its features to manage other forms of similarly formatted blog sites such as news sites, e-zines, and the like. The main features of the Geeklog can be classified into four: General CMS features, Administration Features, Security Features, and Developer Features.

In general, the list of CMS attribute that is offered by Geeklog allows a blogger to fully utilize his online platform. Aside from allowing you to create, edit, and publish your articles in multiple topics, Geeklog also allows you to embed images, graphics and other media in your posts. The software’s service also comes with support for track backs, comments and ping services. You can also make use of common syndication formats such as RSS, RDF, and Atom feeds.

Other than that, Geeklog makes sure that your blog site is secured from spam and abusive blog readers. It has spam detection and rejection, as well as a filter over acceptable content. It also allows you to set an Open ID system that lets you track the users and comment privilege in your blog through various submission and authentication methods.

As for the installation aspect, the Geeklog is easier to install than most web blog tools since it features an automated installer. It also has a very user friendly admin interface that can be configured for all the software functions. The user can even modify the skins and themes of the admin interface to provide a customized look and feel.

The security element of Geeklog is also highly advanced. Despite the fact that various user and author accounts can be created, the system is guided by the access rights system that is solely controlled by the admin or the primary owner of the website. Access can be defined for each author, interface, blog topic, or article. Moreover, the system logs all admin access and system errors using the MYSL plane.

Also, since Geeklog is free software, subscribers of the system can modify and customize the blog tool according to their desired plug-ins. Based on the list of the system’s developer features, Geeklog offers plug-in support with API. Moreover, it also has a fully organized PHP codebase where modifications can be incorporated.
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