Next taking place in January 2021, CES is a consumer technology exhibition – the Consumer Electronics Show. More than 4,400 businesses and inventors use this stage to exhibit their products. Meanwhile, those with an interest travel from all over the globe. Spread across some of the biggest venues in Vegas, including The Venetian, Wynn Las …
Today is there day when Windows 7 reaches End of Life (EOL), this means that Microsoft won’t provide any further updates so should a security issue be uncovered, it will be left open for hackers to exploit. It is therefore strongly recommended that if you do use Windows 7, you should upgrade to Windows 10 …
Allowing easy access to web and desktop development software that is user-friendly, standardised and works across platforms is one of the most important founding principles of the World Wide Web as we know it today. It means that anyone can take a standard framework that is functional and re-form it into anything they want it …
The catalyst2 team is delighted to be once again providing managed hosting for The Royal British Legion as we approach another Poppy Appeal, but we probably shouldn’t have told you that, because there are spies everywhere! Operation Poppy This year sees the centenary year of Government Communications Headquarters, more commonly known as GCHQ. The intelligence, …
As cloud computing becomes a more widely implemented solution for businesses looking to manage their server load, auto-scaling is growing in importance. Enlisting the help of a specialist service provider, such as Catalyst2, can allow you to ensure a reliable and professionally managed auto-scaling implementation. What is auto-scaling? Before you can know why you need …
If you’re in the world of business, then it is likely that you have come across the term “Managed Service Provider” (MSP). Depending on your area of expertise, although you may have heard the term, it may mean nothing to you. Unless you’re in the field, it’s unlikely that you’ll know what an MSP does. …
Whether you are creating a brand new website or expanding your current one, you’ll have a long list of items to consider. There will be content requirements; design features; integrated tools or software; maybe an e-commerce store, but will you have researched your hosting needs? As a website grows, so does the need for resources …
At a very basic level, web hosting is the home for your website. Just like your business might have an office, a shop or a warehouse, your website needs somewhere to call home. All of the content – images, files, databases and software – that power your website is stored on a server. This server …
Information is the lifeblood of modern businesses. Companies rely on immense computing power to collect, store, and analyse essential data for vital business operations. Although some businesses still depend on on-premises servers for data processing and storage, many companies seem in favour of cloud-based IT infrastructure. An on-prem server is a physical on-site computing system …
Next taking place in January 2021, CES is a consumer technology exhibition – the Consumer Electronics Show. More than 4,400 businesses and inventors use this stage to exhibit their products. Meanwhile, those with an interest travel from all over the globe. Spread across some of the biggest venues in Vegas, including The Venetian, Wynn Las …
Today is there day when Windows 7 reaches End of Life (EOL), this means that Microsoft won’t provide any further updates so should a security issue be uncovered, it will be left open for hackers to exploit. It is therefore strongly recommended that if you do use Windows 7, you should upgrade to Windows 10 …
Allowing easy access to web and desktop development software that is user-friendly, standardised and works across platforms is one of the most important founding principles of the World Wide Web as we know it today. It means that anyone can take a standard framework that is functional and re-form it into anything they want it …
Cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly popular topic over the years, after all, almost every business either operates online or has an online presence. One of the most notable presences is through a website, however, not all website owners are aware of the latest approaches that can help with cybersecurity and keeping their website secure. Fortunately, …
Emails are now considered as one of the most used forms of communication, not just for individuals, but also for businesses. However, most users opt for free versions of email hosting services, which are good, but these aren’t ideal if you are looking to boost your business image. Fortunately, several hosting businesses provide email hosting …
More businesses are looking to take their business online, after all, it can be accessed by almost everyone with an internet connection. However, as more websites are going live, there is becoming an increase in individuals, also known as hackers, who are looking to infiltrate these websites to steal its data and much more. Fortunately, …
If your business isn’t looking to continuously expand and advance, what is the purpose of being in operation? As more and more businesses are establishing an online presence, it’s vital that your website and related aspects are in time and updated with your business plan, which is where a consultancy firm can assist. What is …
Having an online presence is vital for almost every business, more so for a website that handles personal data regarding staff, clients and finances. Not just that, but several businesses operate solely online, making their website their primary point of contact for customers, making it vital that it’s safe, operational and protected at all times. …
When people think of cloud hosting, they often presume that all hosting is shared and all users are within the same network, though as we are about to explain, there is an alternative solution – private cloud hosting. What is private cloud hosting? Private cloud hosting essentially follows the same fundamental cores as a public …
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