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Learn more about web hosting, domain names, seo, webmaster tools, and other general web development.
May 09, 2012
What is Cloud Computing? A Closer Look
Cloud computing conjures up some obscure IT concepts hatched deep within the cavernous labyrinth of tunnels that run inside of Microsoft or Cisco.Categories: General |
January 27, 2012
The What, How and Why of a Dedicated Server
If you’re new to the world of web hosting especially, you may quickly find yourself in over your head where dedicated or managed servers are concerned. However, just because you’ve got a lot to learn does not mean your company will have to go without superior Web performance! If you’re ready to upgrade to a full-on dedicated server hardware system, we’re here to make the process as painless as possible.Categories: Dedicated Servers |
January 23, 2012
Why You Should Consider OS X Server
You may think we’re absolutely nuts: No one is seriously considers using Mac OS X Server edition for professional unless they’re crackers, bananas, or straight-up mad, right? If you’ve never thought about using the platform to manage your business or home network, you might be cutting yourself short.Categories: General |
January 02, 2012
Top 5 Reasons to Leave Windows for Linux
Everyone of us has met a Windows diehard at some point in their life, just as we’ve all also met a Linux fanatic, too. But when the rubber meets the road, which operating system really is the best option for your livelihood? If you were given the choice of only one OS to manage all of your systems, what should you properly choose? If you ask us, there’s no real contest at all: Linux is by and large the only way to go.Categories: Linux Web Hosting |
November 23, 2011
Breaking the Mold: When to Use Windows on Your Server
We’ve written up a short list below to help educate you on when a Windows-based server isn’t just necessary, but vital to the health of your website. So without further ado, we’ll start at the top:Categories: Dedicated Servers |
November 03, 2011
What A Windows User Needs to Know About Linux
Congratulations! If you’re using this, that likely means you’ve made the transition from a Windows-based server to a more sustainable, user-friendly, and customer supportive Unix platform. You’re likely saving a bundle in the process, and because we love the operating system branch that much, we’d first just like to welcome you on board. It’s been a long time coming, Soldier! That being said, if you’re a longtime user of Windows servers, the change from BSD to Linux can indeed be jarring. With that in mind, we’ve prepared a few tips and pointers on what to expect during and after your transition, as well as a few items we’d like for you to have in your repertoire for future use.Categories: Linux Web Hosting |
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 04, 2011
Why You Should Be Using A Linux-Based OS For Your Server
We know we’re being totally mainstream here, but you really should be using Linux for your server. The platform is stabler, offers more depth—as well as a host of incredible features—and no matter the downsides, most web masters will tell you the same: Linux is simply king where servers are concerned.Categories: Linux Web Hosting |
September 06, 2011
Dedicated Servers: Why You Need One
Dedicated servers are regularly discussed within the realm of web hosting. The raging debate of the hour is whether dedicated sever web hosting is needed at all. Despite the fact that dedicated servers are more expensive than shared web hosting, it is truly a notch above the latter.Categories: Dedicated Servers |
July 28, 2011
