Joomla 17 Megabytes? Wordpress 4 Megabytes? What's So Good About Joomla?

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I hated Joomla when I first tried working with it a few years ago. I felt it was too clunky and too complicated - maybe things have changed since then.

So very recently a client has asked me if I can do some work on a Joomla site for her. I said of course and as I write this, the Joomla files are uploading to one of my sites - and it's huge.

Why? What's so good about Joomla? Is it packed full of amazing features that Wordpress just couldn't touch? I'll find out in a minute but I highly doubt it. And if this Joomla gives me the same problems as last time, I just may go postal.

I'll let you know how this install and setup goes, and how simple or not Joomla is compared to Wordpress, as the day progresses.

---------- Post added at 06:57 AM ---------- Previous post was at 05:20 AM ----------

Well what do ya know? No zippy!

I've uploaded the whole folder, and went to my site to start the install (take note I haven't read the instructions because I really believe I shouldn't have to if Joomla is to compare with Wordpress)...now what?

Oh, I guess I have to reach the Joomla forums or read the instructions - must be difficult...I'll get back to you...