To install The Host Core Step 1 Create a new MySql database Step 2 edit thc_config.php Step 3 upload all folders, files and images to your hosting account. Step 4 cmod the following folders to be writeable 777 should work most time although some hosts you will need 755 thc_images thc_images/banners thc_images/contacus thc_images/gallery thc_images/layout thc_images/store Step 5 Direct your web browser to the thc_installer.php file and follow the instructions. (example: http://www.mysite.com/installer.php) Step 6 Log into THC and set up your new web site