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 #### Option B: Local Apache (XAMPP / MAMP / WAMP)
 If you prefer running a full local stack:
 1. Move or link the project directory inside your local server's document root (e.g., `htdocs` or `www`).
-2. Configure the virtual host to serve `index.php` as the directory index.
+2. Configure the virtual host or Apache server config to use `DirectoryIndex index.php`; this repo does not rely on `.htaccess` overrides.
 3. Access the site via your custom local virtual host (e.g., `http://localhost/flixcooks-website`).
 
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