I just want to make sure that this is correct. On my site, under preferences..general settings..at the veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy bottom of the page..this exists:

Powered by XOOPS 2.0.13.2 © 2001-2005 The XOOPS Project

Is that the version I am using? I know I'll need to upgrade if that's the case..but I've been putting it off..just read up on upgrading on your friends site.the tutorial..my goodness that's unbelieveable site ..he just about taks your hand and walks u through it

This module gathers information about your XOOPS configuration and server information. Neat little gizmo. Give it a try...

https://xoops.org/modules/repository/singlefile.php?cid=101&lid=1609

I know in 2.2.4, you can change the footer in preferences > settings > meta tags and footer. I don't know if it's the same in your version, but it's worth a try.

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