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Pros: Like osCommerce ZenCart is a Premier Shopping Cart system and the primier cart for those wishing to over several pricing levels as well as gift certificates and coupons. It is actually a rebuild using osCommerce as its foundation. The basic install offers just about everything you could ask for. The adminstration offers the storekeeper flexibility and ease of management with powerful category. pricing, marketing and inventory features. Zen Cart uses the MySQL relational database which is optimum for large inventories. User Forums - Questions answered and problems solved. If you're having a problem, the chances are someone else has had the problem and it's been answered and resolved. Zen Cart has a large community of contributors as well as users. FAQ and Tutorials for common configurations and modifications. Additional Add-Ons - Free modifications for every aspect of the store. Cons: Customizations can be more difficult for those not experienced working with script or code other than html. Bottom Line: If you understand and have worked with PHP and MySql this is the choice for you... or If you are comfortable working with html, have installed a cgi script, have a basic understanding of PHP & MySQL, and are willing to take the time to read and research your questions this could also be the choice for you. There is help for this cart but keep in mind you will need to grasp PHP, CSS and and possibly a little about MySql (the database). If Zen Cart looks too involved to install and configure we will be glad to work with you. Once we've taken care of the installation, look and function we will turn it over to you. From this point on you can manage all aspects of your store with no knowledge of any code. |