Which Open Source CMS has most powerful modules?

I've been looking for the "right" CMS solution for me for the past few months. It seams to me that most CMS scripts are essentially the same in concept, but the real world difference to a web visitor is mostly in the modules.

I was just curious which open source CMS application you guys thought had the most powerful modules or the greatest quantity of modules.

Brandon

 

I always preferred Mambo, but since the split I'm going with Joomla.

There is basically an open source mdule for every need, and many very good commercial add-ons

 

It depends on what you want to accomplish but be sure to check out PostNuke because it has a large variety of plug-ins and community support!

 

Well, if it helps, I'll tell you what I want to accomplish.

1. I must be able to integrate with SMF forum
2. I must have SEO friendly URLs
3. Forum/site members must be able to review music, music equipment etc, with the same login as the forum
4. The site must look pro
5. The site should not feel slow
6. Must have a delayed articles feature

Brandon

 

Joomla is probably the way to go. It does everything in your list, here's a link to the tie-in to SMF
http://www.joomlaya.com/component/o...func,fileinfo/filecatid,2702/parent,category/

 

Joomla is definately the way to go.

 

I always stick with Geeklog. Simple, powerful, very stable and safe, no bloatware

 

I went ahead and made the jump to Joomla. There have been a few problems with Joomla and my server working together so it's been an uphill battle. We'll see how it goes.

Brandon

 

i prefer Joomla ... Koobi (Paid cms) also is very nice ...

 

Joomla Joomla and one more time... Joomla!

Just because it's stable, update often, has a lot of features, addons and even more...

I like it. I just need time to get used to it. I don't know about others, but this one rocks...

 

Joomla has it all, I agreed to everyone. But if you prefer a larger site, then I'll go with XOOPS

 

Give me a break -- Joomla/Mambo -- I'm so tired of hearing the praises -- it isn't the be all/end all of CMSs. In this specific instance it meets his needs -- but I stress it does not meet the needs of everyone looking for a CMS solution.

 

You are right, but show me something else that does as much as easily.

I have wordpress, drupal, custom, mambo, joomla and one or 2 other CMSs

What do you suggest ?

Is there a decent asp cms out there?

 

I suggest you use the system that meets the needs of the client. As noted Mambo/Joomla should be considered and if it meets your needs then great. But shouldn't be recommeded without exploring the goals/objectives of the site first.

I have nothing against Mambo/Joomla -- I've installed it, used it, but find it a bit awkward from a usability standpoint -- but if you've never used anything else then you don't really have a perspective.

After reading through the forums for the past week or so I realize I really have to finish the comparison article I started. I've already done a usabilty review of the admin interfaces so I am familiar with the specific differences.

However, as said before you have to first decide what you want to accomplish with a specific site then choose the appropriate software.

But it's not 'one-size' fits all.

 

From the original question of "Which Open Source CMS has most powerful modules?" if you can't find what you want for Mambo (or Joomla ) you can always write your own

I've tested nearly a dozen CMS and Mambo/Joomla has been the most versatile.

 

Well get on and finish that comparison so I can stop testing them all

 

Joomla works very well for me. It also has a shopping cart, Virtuemart, that is an very easy module to add.

 

Why don't you first make a list of the modules you would need or want? Then have a look at http://www.opensourcecms.com and test them.

Make a list of about 10 CMS-es you prefer and start rating them. have look at several forums about their strong and weak points.

 

Joomla is alright, really its very stable and got plenty of addons. Joomla

 

Joomla Joomal and joomla i am using it from last 3 months after trying a lot of cms and now i am in love with it