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Databases can also store metadata and system data if needed. In short, databases house all of the information... read more By Product Management • 28 Oct 2020 • 4 min read GUIDE Accessing cPanel/installing software in cPanel When operating in the cloud, web-based management interfaces are typically used to connect to servers. These interfaces allow you to modify a variety of server settings, all from a single unified graphical user interface (GUI). Some settings and options that could be changed here include File Management, Server Backups, SQL Database Connections, and Domain Controls.... read more By Product Management • 28 Oct 2020 • 4 min read GUIDE Backup with Outlook 10 Despite the growing prevalence of enterprise instant messaging (IM) services, email continues to be the predominant method of communication. These email services allow you to communicate with friends and colleagues, and create user accounts on popular web services, making them essential for all web users. 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