I appreciate that, definitely will continue to read this article but I did follow it when moving. The wp-config.php file was updated with the new database info, if you do not do this, the front end does not work.
Moving to a New Server
If you are moving WordPress from one server to another, begin by backing up your data. This includes backing up your WordPress database as well as all the core files, images, plugins, and other files on your site. See WordPress Backups and Backing Up Your Database for more details.
Note: If you are changing to a new server but same domain, all you need to do is edit wp-config.php with your new database/user information and upload everything as it is to your new server.
