Hub FAQ

Template:Moodle 2.0 This document lists 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?

For security reasons it is better not to do so.

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 to be updated as the plugin is backwards compatible. However sometimes new functionalities require changes in both Moodle and plugin code. In these cases, the new functionalities will not be operational until the plugin and the registered sites are updated.

Where can I download hub server plugin?

The hub server plugin is available for download from the modules and plugins database http://moodle.org/mod/data/view.php?d=13&rid=4282.

What is Mooch?

Mooch is the Moodle.org hub server. It is a public hub and it is managed by Moodle.org.

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