Blogging exploded a few years ago and laid the foundation for what people now call Web 2.0. This new style of interactive design put the power of publishing and distribution into the hands of anyone with a computer and an Internet connection.

Anyone, anywhere can set up a blog (like this) and publish rumours, stories, interviews, photos, tutorials, or personal notes.

Now, blogging has gone mainstream as companies look to use the platform to grow relationships with customers, established blogs impact traditional media, and entrepreneurs seek fame and fortune.

WordPress is the software that powers hundreds of thousands blogs (this one) including some of the most influential sites on the Internet, and Wordpress for Dummies is the guide that many new and experienced bloggers are turning to in order to get the most from their blogging.

Since its release in November 2007, the book has rocketed to the top spot on Amazon’s “Blogging Guides” bestseller list and continues to receive rave customer reviews.

Unlike other blogging platforms, WordPress gives users the ability to create a blog that is tailored to their own tastes and needs. The codes, tags, and terminology are often intimidating to users, especially less technical users. That may explain the explosive sales and adoption of Wordpress for Dummies as it clearly explains the ins and outs to show bloggers just how intuitive, friendly, and powerful the software really is. Whether setting up a blog in the WordPress community, adding a blog to another site, or building a new community, the book demonstrates how WordPress can be the foundation. With Wordpress for Dummies, readers will soon be navigating WordPress templates plugins, and themes with no problem. Bloggers are learning how to:

• Personalize WordPress settings
• Troubleshoot common problems
• Combat challenges with comments, trackback spam, and “splogs”

Find great themes, plugins, and consultants

• Add an RSS feed, podcast, vlog, and photoblog

With a foreword by WordPress founding developer, Matt Mullenweg, this book is essential for both new and experienced bloggers that want to get the most out of all of the features.

Wordpress For Dummies is available at Amazon.co.uk

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