Modules extend the capabilities of Joomla, giving the software new functionality. A Module is a small content item that can be displayed anywhere that your template allows it to be displayed.

 

Modules are very easy to install in the Admin Section.  Joomla! modules may include: Main Menu, Top menu, Template Chooser, Polls, Newsflash, Hit Counter, etc.

Members of the Joomla! Community produce Joomla! modules on a continuous basis. They are freely available on http://extensions.joomla.org for download.

An example of a module PHP code is <? php mosLoadModules ( 'module position' ); ?>.