To get started with a fresh install of Wordpress 2.5.1, here is a list of some handy resources.

Initial Resources

• Download Wordpress
• Install Wordpress: follow the installation instructions available here

Design Resources

• Free Wordpress Themes: some free, basic Wordpress themes
• Template Monster: higher quality themes for purchase
• Using and Creating Wordpress Themes: DIY guide to using, customizing, and creating Wordpress themes

Enhancing Wordpress

• Wordpress Plugin Directory: 2,000+ plugins
• Akismet: the premier anti-spam tool for Wordpress, the most important plugin you can have
• Weblog Tools Collection: a great resource for discovering new plugins/themes and general Wordpress news

If you need any help setting up, installing, or customizing Wordpress for use as a blog or content management system for your own website, please contact me and I can provide you an estimate for the work you need completed.

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