Directory submission is still popular today. Why? – Because it really works on all points. Try it and see how your traffic and PageRank is increasing day by day. The trick here is to choose web directories for your website or blog.
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14 Step Manual Upgrade…

1. Backup your database. Read Backing Up Your Database for a detailed explanation.
2. Backup ALL your WordPress files in your WordPress directory. Don’t forget your .htaccess file.
3. Verify the backups you created are there and usable. This is essential.
4. Deactivate ALL your Plugins.
5. Ensure first four steps are completed. Do not attempt the upgrade unless you have completed the first four steps.
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