3.6. ADVANCED MENU

CHAPTER 3. HOW DO I USE CPANEL?

Adding host access

You can allow external web servers to access your mySQL databases by adding their domain name to the list of

hosts that are able to access databases on your web site. localhost stands for your own web server.

To add host access:

1. Click on the MySQL Databases link in the Advanced Menu area.

2. Enter the domain name or IP number of the host that you wish to add in the Host field.

3. Click on the

button.

Figure 3.58: Adding host access

Removing host access

You can remove an external web server's access to your mySQL databases at any time.

To remove host access:

1. Click on the MySQL Databases link in the Advanced Menu area.

2. Click on the

button next to the web server that you want to remove.

Figure 3.59: Removing host access

3.6.2

Cron Jobs

Cron jobs allow you to automate repetitive tasks on the server that hosts your web site. This is a

powerful tool that allows you to take a hands free approach to repetitive tasks. For example, you could add a

cron job that automatically copies a mySQL database to a separate location on your site as a backup. Warning:

You need to have a good knowledge of Linux commands before you can use cron jobs effectively. Check your

script with your hosting administrator before adding a cron job.

To add or modify a cron job:

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