Hub FAQ

Template:Moodle 2.0 This document listes some popular questions from the Hub server forum

What is a hub server?

A hub server is a Moodle plugin. It transforms a freshly installed Moodle site into a hub server. A hub server is used to store course backups that have been shared by registered Moodle sites. Publishers can also advertise their courses.

Can I use a hub server as a normal Moodle site (using LMS functionalities)?

Even though it's possible, no, you should not. For security purpose it is not a good idea.

Is the Hub server plugin code maintained by Moodle HQ?

Yes.

Should I update the Moodle code hosting a hub server plugin when I update this plugin

Yes, always.

Should the registered sites be updated when I update my hub server plugin

No, they don't have too, we keep the plugin backward compatible. However some times new functionalities require changes in both Moodle and plugin code. In these cases, the new functionalities will not be operational if the registered sites or plugin are outdated.

Where can I download hub server plugin?

Moodle.org plugin page

What is Mooch?

Mooch is the Moodle.org hub server. It is a public hub and it is managed by Moodle.org. It has for purpose to be the entry point to search for a course easily.

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