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November 16, 2011
Local Video Streaming Versus Cloud-Based Services: The Straight Skinny On Both
If you’re in the market for streaming high quality video, first of all we’d simply like to congratulate you. Adding dynamic web content to your site is a big step, and we applaud your efforts! However, you’ve likely just been inundated with a whole host of providers, features, and potential services.Categories: General |
November 14, 2011
The Benefits and Costs of Using A Cloud-Based Email Client
Cloud servers have increased the functionality of content delivery networks dramatically—but before signing away your communications hub to a cloud-based third-party, why not let us walk you through the pros and cons of doing so?Categories: General |
November 07, 2011
Why You Should Be Aware of Web Standards
For many web masters the very thought of web standards is to be shirked, avoided, and generally left in the dank, dark corner from whence it came. If they are to be thought about all, it will be done with the web designer or developer in mind, and then never again. However, things really shouldn’t be this way, as web standards are designed with the end-user (and your customer satisfaction) in mind.Categories: General |
October 27, 2011
To Defrag or Not to Defrag: That is The (Server) Question
Defragmentation is one of the few things that can make a web master absolutely shake in his boots—or house slippers, either or. There’s no bigger pain in the entire industry, but considering optimizing hard drive space is the only effective way to speed up and increase storage, it’s an absolute necessity.Categories: General |
October 26, 2011
Opening the Pod Bay Doors: How to Prepare Your Server for Virtualization
We’re glad to hear you’ve finally sprung for a virtual private server! We’ve been espousing the benefits of just such a rig as an intermediary step between a dedicated behemoth and the too-tight confines of cheap shared hosting. It’s an excellent solution for the small business with a need to upgrade, but now that you’ve actually pulled the trigger on your own VPS project, how in blue blazes are you actually supposed to implement this thing for your clients?Categories: General |
October 24, 2011
When To Spring for a VPS - And Why
If you’re business has been expanding like weeds, and now you’re in the market for a quality, dedicated hosting model that’s ready-made to meet your increased demand, you’re likely faced with a couple of options. The first is to haul out the big bucks on a full dedicated server with oodles of RAM and enough disc space to house the library of Alexandria. However, the other option—hiring a provider that offers a virtual private server, or VPS—might be the best option. Why do we say that? We thought you’d never ask!Categories: General |
October 12, 2011
Talking to Customers: Why so Cynical?
We make customer service way harder and more stressful than it needs to be. Here are some ways you can undo these knots.Categories: General |
October 07, 2011
Web Hosting Customer Service – A Call for a Cease Fire
A minor social brouhaha exists between the tech world and their customer base. The charges are well known, but not much listened to by each side.Categories: General |
October 05, 2011
What Features do I Need In a Web Host?
Shopping for the perfect web host is very similar to shopping for a car in a lot of respects. You’ll need to know the brands, understand the pros and cons of all the different varieties, and have a general feel for what “fits” you best. It’s a complicated procedure, and ending up with a less-than-ideal web host could cause massive headaches further on down the road.Categories: General |
September 22, 2011
What To Remember When Swapping Operating Systems
Maybe you’re fed-up with the Windows world, and have finally decided to ditch Microsoft for a nice Red Hat and some YUM support. Or maybe you’re doing the opposite, and have decided to forsake the world of Linux, and instead pick up something a little more stable and with better tech-support. No matter the reason, swapping entire operating systems can be quite a hassle, and there are a few things you should keep in mind when making the big move.Categories: General |
