Category Archives: news

How to protect yourself from phishing scams

The first example of phishing was recorded in 1995 when hackers impersonated AOL staff and messaged users, asking them to share their passwords. Nearly 30 years later, this notorious type of cyber attack shows no sign of letting up. 

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What is DNS forwarding?

If you have a website or simply use the Internet, you’ve probably experienced DNS forwarding, even if you didn’t realize it. It’s a key mechanism of online networks to keep things running smoothly and efficiently. But like most aspects of using the Internet, it’s all happening in the background, so you’re not even aware of it. 

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What is an SSL port?

SSL certificates are integral to staying secure online, encrypting connections so that everyone’s data stays safe and secure while in transit. If you’re familiar with SSLs.com, maybe you already know that. But even if you know about the function of SSL certificates, perhaps you’ve come across the term SSL port and not understood what it is. 

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4 reasons why customer service is so important

When starting an online business, there are countless factors to consider, from building an intuitive website that works to sourcing inventory. Another area you shouldn’t neglect is customer service. And not just any customer service — quality customer service. 

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How to write a great press release

Chances are if you run an online business, you will need to write a press release at some stage. A written document that announces something new about your organization, a press release can be sent to the media to help get coverage for your brand. Some examples of when you might produce a press release include launching a new product, changes in your product offering, a grand opening, updates on your organizational structure, sharing a customer success story, a rebrand, and other types of breaking news.

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11 site scanner security tools we’re thankful for

Top 11 security and SSL tools

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we want to give thanks to the oftentimes unsung heroes of website management and security — those who create useful apps and online tools (especially free and open source ones!) Without these tools, keeping websites and the online world as a whole safe would be a much more difficult task.

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7 ways to increase traffic to your website

Increasing traffic is always a critical concern whether you’ve just launched a website or have been around for a while. After all, whatever the reason you created it in the first place, most people start a site with the intention of it being seen. 

If you’re unsure about where to start, we’ve got you covered. Read on to find out how to drive traffic to your website.

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