What is Drupal CMS?

Drupal is a powerful and flexible Content Management System (CMS) designed for building a wide range of websites, from simple blogs to complex enterprise-level applications. As an open-source platform, Drupal is freely available and benefits from a vibrant community of developers who continuously enhance its features. It's particularly known for its scalability, security, and robust functionality, making it a preferred choice for developers and organizations looking for more than just a basic website.

Industries Leveraging Drupal for Website Development

Drupal is highly versatile and is widely used across various industries. Here's how Drupal is helping different sectors create impactful online experiences:

• Retail and E-Commerce: Drupal is ideal for large-scale e-commerce platforms that require robust and scalable solutions. It supports extensive product catalogs, complex pricing rules, and seamless integration with other systems.
• Travel and Tourism: Drupal's flexibility and customization options make it a great choice for travel and tourism websites that need to manage bookings, multilingual content, and personalized user experiences.
• High Tech: High tech companies often use Drupal for its ability to handle complex data, integrate with various technologies, and provide secure and scalable solutions for innovative projects.
• Nonprofit and NGOs: Drupal is frequently chosen by nonprofits and NGOs for its ability to manage large amounts of content, handle donations, and support community engagement through flexible user roles and permissions.
• Health: Drupal is used in the health sector for creating secure, compliant, and user-friendly websites that handle sensitive data, offer patient portals, and provide information in multiple languages.
• Higher Education: Drupal is widely used in higher education for building complex websites that need to handle multiple user roles, manage large content libraries, and support various educational tools and integrations.
• Government: Government agencies choose Drupal for its strong security features, scalability, and ability to manage intricate content workflows and permissions.

Advantages of Using Drupal over WordPress

Drupal and WordPress are both popular CMS platforms, but they serve different needs. Here's a comparison table that highlights why Drupal might be the better choice for certain projects:

Feature	Drupal	WordPress
Customization	Highly customizable with advanced options	Easier to use but with limited customization for complex websites
Security	Known for strong security features and rapid response to vulnerabilities	Good security, but more frequent vulnerabilities due to popularity
Scalability	Better suited for large-scale, high-traffic websites	Suitable for small to medium-sized websites; requires plugins for scalability
SEO Capabilities	Provides enhanced SEO capabilities like better meta tags, structured data, and canonical URLs	Offers several built-in SEO plugins such as Google Analytics and automatically generated XML sitemaps
Content Management	Excellent for managing large volumes of content with complex workflows	User-friendly but less capable of handling large content volumes without performance issues
Speed	Blazing fast server communication and response speed helps handle large websites with thousands of pages more effectively	Speed depends on size and scope of websites
Functionality	More complex, offering flexible post types, built-in access panel for roles and permissions, default multi-language support, flexible taxonomy system, and greater integration possibilities with external services like SalesForce.	Simpler, with fewer flexible options for post types and access roles, requires plugins for multi-language support and integrations.
E-commerce Solutions	Uses the Drupal Commerce module, which is highly scalable and suitable for extensive online sales platforms or PIM systems.	Uses the WooCommerce plugin, ideal for small to medium-sized stores with a limited number of products.

Drupal shines when it comes to building complex, large-scale websites that require more than just out-of-the-box solutions. Its advanced customization options, robust security, and scalability make it the go-to choice for enterprise-level projects and beyond.

Setting Up Your Host to Install Drupal

Before you begin installing Drupal 11.0.1, it's crucial to ensure your hosting environment meets the following minimum server requirements:

• Database: MySQL version 8.0 or above to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.
• PHP: PHP version 8.3, the latest supported version, which offers improved performance and security features.
• Memory (RAM): At least 1 GB of RAM is required, though more is recommended for handling larger websites.
• Disk Space: A minimum of 100 MB of disk space is necessary, though additional space will be needed as your website grows.
• PHP Memory Limit: The PHP memory limit should be set to at least 64 MB, though increasing this value can help improve performance for more demanding applications.
• PHP Extensions: Ensure the following PHP extensions are enabled: PDO (PHP Data Objects), XML, JSON, cURL, and the GD library for image processing.
• HTTPS Support: A secure HTTPS connection is recommended for secure communications.

These requirements are the baseline for installing and running Drupal 11.0.1 smoothly. Ensuring your server meets or exceeds these specifications will help avoid any potential issues during installation and improve the overall performance of your Drupal website.

Core Hosting Packages for Drupal 11.0.1

Choosing the right hosting package is crucial for ensuring that your Drupal 11.0.1 website runs smoothly and efficiently. Register.lk offers three Core Hosting packages that are perfectly suited to meet the demands of Drupal 11.0.1, providing robust performance, high security, and ample resources to handle both small and large-scale websites.

Here's a breakdown of the Core Hosting package options:

Core Hosting Package	Core 1+	Core 3+	Core ++
RAM	8 GB	8 GB	8 GB
Storage	Optimized 7 GB SSD	Optimized 14 GB SSD	Optimized 25 GB SSD
Domain Support	Supports One Domain	Supports Three Domains	Supports Unlimited Domains
Inodes	500,000	500,000	500,000
SSL	Free SSL	Free SSL	Free SSL
Access	Shell/Root Access	Shell/Root Access	Shell/Root Access

Let's Install Drupal

1. Access cPanel: Go to your website's cPanel login page.
2. Open Softaculous: Click on the "Softaculous Apps Installer" icon in the "Software" section.

3. Search for Drupal: In the Softaculous dashboard, use the search bar on the left or scroll through the available scripts to find "Drupal." And click on the "Drupal" icon.
4. Install Drupal: On the Drupal overview page, click the "Install Now" button.

5. Choose the Installation URL:
   • Choose Protocol: To ensure a secure connection, always use https:// if your website has an SSL certificate installed. This guarantees encrypted communication between the user's browser and your server, enhancing security.
   • Choose Domain: Select the domain or subdomain where you want to install Drupal.
   • In Directory: Leave this blank if you want to install Drupal in the root directory (yourdomain.com). Otherwise, specify a subdirectory.

6. Site Settings:
   • Site Name: Enter a name for your Drupal website.
   • Admin Username: Set the admin username (avoid using "admin" for security reasons).
   • Admin Password: Create a strong password.
   • Admin Email: Enter an email address for the admin account.
7. Database Settings: Give a name for your database. Softaculous will automatically create a database for you.
8. Advanced Options: You can configure email notifications and where you want to store your backup.
9. Click Install: Once all settings are configured, click the "Install" button at the bottom.
Softaculous will display a progress bar as it installs Drupal. This should take a few minutes. Once completed, you'll see a success message along with the URL to your new Drupal website and the admin area.
10. Access Your Drupal Website:
    • Click on the provided URL to visit your newly installed Drupal website.
    • Use the admin credentials you created during installation to log in and start configuring your website.
    
That's it! You've successfully installed Drupal using Softaculous in cPanel.

Level Up Your Drupal Website with a Stunning New Theme

Easily give your Drupal website a fresh, stunning look by installing a new theme from the Drupal Themes Repository, and watch your website transform in just a few simple steps.
The Tara 11.0.2 theme is an outstanding choice for Drupal 11.0.1 website development, offering a perfect blend of modern design and robust functionality. Tara is known for its clean, responsive layout, making it ideal for any website, from personal blogs to complex corporate websites. The theme's flexibility allows developers to customize nearly every aspect of the website without compromising performance. Tara also supports the latest Drupal features, including enhanced SEO capabilities, accessibility improvements, and seamless integration with popular modules. With Tara 11.0.2, you can create a visually appealing, user-friendly, and highly functional website, making it one of the best themes available for Drupal 11.0.1.

Step 1: Download the Theme

• Visit the Drupal Themes repository.
• Choose and download the theme you want in .tar.gz or .zip format to your local machine.

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Step 2: Upload the Theme via cPanel

• Log in to your cPanel account.
• Navigate to the File Manager.
• Go to your Drupal installation directory, located in public_html.
• Locate the themes directory within your Drupal installation.

• Click the Upload button and upload the .tar.gz or .zip theme file.

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Step 3: Extract the Theme

• After uploading, locate the uploaded theme file in the File Manager.
• Select the file and click on Extract to unzip the theme into the appropriate directory.

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Step 4: Enable the Theme

• Log in to your Drupal admin dashboard.
• Go to Appearance.
• Find the theme you uploaded under the Uninstalled Themes section.

• Click Install and set as default to activate the theme.

• Click Back to Site to check your website with the newly installed theme.

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Conclusion

Setting up your Drupal website on Register.lk's Core Hosting packages is a smart choice for anyone looking to build a high-performance, secure, and scalable online presence. Whether you're in retail, healthcare, education, or any other industry, Drupal's versatility and advanced features can help you create impactful digital experiences. With our step-by-step guide, you can easily install Drupal and start customizing your website to meet your specific needs. For the best results, we recommend the Core hosting packages, which offers ample resources and security features to ensure your Drupal website runs smoothly and efficiently. You can elevate your Drupal website's design and functionality with ease by following our guide to installing a new theme. Trust Register.lk to power your Drupal website and help you achieve your online goals.