WordPress is a widely used content management system (CMS) that allows users to create and manage websites without needing to know how to code. It was originally designed for blogging but has since evolved to support all kinds of websites, including business sites, online stores, portfolios, forums, and more.

There are two main versions of WordPress:

1. WordPress.com: A hosted version of WordPress that is easier to use for beginners. It handles all the technical aspects like hosting, security, and updates, but it has limited customization options unless you pay for premium plans.

2. WordPress.org: The self-hosted version, which is free to use, but you need to arrange your own hosting. This version provides full control and customization options, allowing users to install plugins, themes, and modify code as needed.

WordPress is highly popular because of its flexibility, ease of use, and a vast ecosystem of themes and plugins that allow users to extend functionality without having to build things from scratch.

How To Install WordPress On Computer?

To install WordPress on your PC, follow these steps:

1. Install a Local Server (XAMPP/WAMP):

– Download and install XAMPP or WAMP from their official website.

   – Launch the control panel and start Apache and MySQL.

2. Download WordPress:

   – Go to wordpress.org and download the latest WordPress package.

   – Extract the WordPress zip file into the htdocs folder (for XAMPP) or www folder (for WAMP).

3. Create a Database:

– Open your browser and go to `http://localhost/phpmyadmin`.

   – Create a new database for your WordPress site (e.g., `wordpress_db`).

4. Configure WordPress:

 – Go to `http://localhost/your-folder-name`.

   – Choose your language and click continue.

   – Enter the database name, username (root), and leave the password field empty.

   – Click submit and run the installation.

5. Complete Setup:

 – Fill in the site name, admin username, and password.

   – Click install WordPress.

Now, you can log in and start using WordPress locally!