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How can I restrict access to my MediaWiki account?
To restrict account creation, you need to edit LocalSettings.php in the root path of your MediaWiki installation. You can use the ConfirmAccount extension if you want to set up an account confirmation queue. (If not you may still proceed as follows.) Go to Special:Userlogin, when logged in as a sysop.
Which is the best way to configure MediaWiki?
Basic configuration. When you first install MediaWiki, you should run the supplied configuration script via your web browser. This will perform the basic configuration required to get the wiki up and running. See Manual:Config script for full details running the script.
Can a non-user edit the text on MediaWiki?
It may be appropriate to edit the text displayed when a non-user attempts to log in. This can be done at MediaWiki:Nosuchuser, when logged in as a sysop. Use plain text without any special formatting, as the formatting is ignored and the text is literally rendered. (Might have changed, see bug 12952 ).
Is it possible to protect entire namespaces in MediaWiki?
Requires that a user be registered before they can edit. Requires that a user be a member of the administrators (sysop) usergroup. Starting from MediaWiki version 1.10, it is possible to protect entire namespaces using the $wgNamespaceProtection variable. Examples:
How to add message on top of login form on MediaWiki?
To add a message on top of the login form, modify MediaWiki:Loginprompt . Users will still be able to read pages with these modifications, and they can view the source by using Special:Export/Article name or other methods. See also bug 1859 .
How to set up confirmation queue on MediaWiki?
You can use the ConfirmAccount extension if you want to set up an account confirmation queue. (If not you may still proceed as follows.) Go to Special:Userlogin, when logged in as a sysop. Click on “Create an account” link to get to the account creation form.