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Learn more about web hosting, domain names, seo, webmaster tools, and other general web development.
March 24, 2012
Top Reasons Why Making Your Own CMS Is a Dumb Idea
We have a feeling you’re ready to know why creating your own CMS is an absolutely wretched idea. We’re here to please, so jump on down to view our top reasons why!Categories: General |
March 08, 2012
Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Changing Web Hosts
If you are dissatisfied with your current web hosting company, finding a new hosting solution can prove to be a challenging task. Given that you have already had a negative experience with your current host, the last thing you would want to do is move your website to a new hosting company that is inferior to your original hosting provider.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 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 |
December 08, 2011
Avoiding the Dud: Ways to Hire A Better Server Manager
We get it: Managing your own server is quite difficult. In fact, we understand all too well the desire to avoid unruly uploads, angsty Apache code, and even the dreaded command line. However, if your solution is to hire a dedicated tech specialist capable of handling all your server woes, you may want to consider a few points before signing on the dotted line.Categories: General |
December 01, 2011
How to Fix a Squirrelly 505 Error
If you’re been looking into common Apache web server errors, you’ve probably already come across the ubiquitous “404 Not Found” complication. However, that’s an easy fix when compared to the much more intimidating “505 Internal Server Error.” By nature, this error means something is not jiving well server-side, however, that’s the only indication you’re likely to get as to a specific problem.Categories: General |
November 30, 2011
Whipping Naughty Software into Shape On Your Server
We know the feeling exactly: Something has gone wrong with your server software, and after struggling with the system for hours, you’re just about ready to smash the server with a large, intimidating object. However, before you go caveman on your hardware, we’d suggest you take it easy and consider the following: Software issues can be fixed with a little troubleshooting, and likely without any sort of hard server reset. You don’t need a miracle to get back onto the tracks, just a little patient and guidance.Categories: Tools |
November 29, 2011
What To Do When Your Server Is Suddenly Frozen
Ah, the dreaded day has arrived at last! We always knew it would be more a question of “when” rather than “if” where hard drive crashes are concerned, but still: A server that’s suddenly locked you out is nothing to laugh about. If you were happily using your server, only to quickly find it frozen stiff as an ice cube, remember that you shouldn’t panic.Categories: General |
November 25, 2011
Common Server Terms You Should Be Aware Of
The world of server hosting, like any other, comes with its own blend of unique and confusing terminologies, all of which you will at some point have to learn. We know: It bloody sucks, especially if you’re new to the business. But before you go pointing the finger (or that finger in our direction) we’d first like to offer up a single solution.Categories: General |
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 |
