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The support team is in the office M-F from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and monitors the sites 24/7. For information about the system, status visit http://status.gsu.edu.  You can register to get alerts should there be an issue. If you'd like to take a look at our automated monitors look here: http://stats.pingdom.com/cgdwfjnzi2we

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    2. Gosolar Schedule Plugin
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    4. Can I run a poll on my site?
    5. How can WordPress help me grow my social media followers?

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    1. How do I install an Essential Grid template?

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    5. How to use pre-installed website elements

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    1. How can I get the latest news about WordPress updates?
    2. Where can I learn about Usability Testing?
    3. Adding a UserVoice FeedBack Tab
    4. What customer support is available and when?
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  5. Previous WordPress Themes →

    1. How do I add related Posts to my page?
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    1. How To Move a Site to Flex2 Theme
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    1. How do I change the database cleanup settings?

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    1. Using Templates
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    1. How do I Add an Event to the Localist Calendar as an Adminstrator?
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