PHP pcntl extension (Process Control Extension) is required by MetaFox script. In some cases that the PHP pcntl extension isn't available on the default PHP build or is restricted to web server, you might have to compile this PHP extension pcntl from the source manually. This guide will walk you through the process of compiling and installing the pcntl extension on an Ubuntu server using the command line.
If you're using CentOS or Red Hat Enterprise Linux, the process is similar. Instead of using apt-get, use yum for package installation, and follow the steps accordingly.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
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Compile the Extension: Use the following commands to compile the pcntl extension:
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phpize ./configure make |
Step 4: Install the Extension
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To enable the pcntl extension, follow these steps:
Edit phpCreate .ini file for PHP extension: Open Create the PHP configuration file in a text editor (e.g., nano):
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sudo nano /etc/php/X.Y/clifpm/php.conf.d/20-pcntl.ini |
Replace X.Y with your PHP version (e.g., 8.1)
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