As we finish hanging the baubles on the tree and prepare ourselves for the inevitable cracker jokes*, we thought we would let you know about our plans for Christmas. Should you have any questions or queries over the festive season, please contact us on: E-mail support – shared@support.catalyst2.com – all the time Phone support – …
Your information and identity are extremely valuable to criminals. If they manage to get hold of your personal details such as your address, full name, date of birth, phone number or even your bank account numbers or general credit card details, they may be able to steal your identity. This means a criminal is able …
As of today, we are now supporting PHP 7 on all Linux Shared hosting packages. What are the benefits? The main benefit is that it is faster and will likely make your website perform better. You do need to bear in mind however that if your code is relatively old / the application you are …
If you’ve heard the term ‘Initial Coin Offerings’ (ICOs) bandied about, you may be wondering what they are. ICOs first appeared in 2013. Since then their number has grown exponentially to in excess of 200, and over $2bn has been invested in them. Examples of ICOs include: • Filecoin: a marketplace for digital storage services …
Blockchain is something that is starting to garner greater public interest as its applications are becoming more widely recognised and, in many cases, being used today. Many believe it will cause a revolution in the way we carry out all manner of day-to-day tasks and that, in the near future, we will struggle to remember …
As you maybe aware, there is currently a global ransomware cyber attack. What is a ransomware attack? It is a virus that encrypts all the files on your computer and then demands money in order to decrypt them, if you pay, sometimes you get your files back and sometimes you get demands for more money. …
Continuous integration or (CI) as it’s often referred to, is a process used to increase the quality of a code, without adding too much extra pressure to the developers responsible for it. Regularly carrying out continuous integration will provide rapid feedback on any issues that have occurred within the code before they get too large, …
You must know the signs. You get up to move around the office and you have to practically “unfold” yourself. Your fingers, shoulders, legs and everything in between feels stiff and you blink like a vampire at dawn. Everyone who works at a computer is guilty of it at some point – working too long, …
TLD stands for top level domain. Most of us will be well aware of them – you see them all over the internet. They are the prefixes which follow after the dot in all web addresses, so every time you type a URL into your computer or smartphone, you are in fact using a TLD. …
When it comes to e-commerce software, Magento is the most popular one there is. With its popularity, however, comes risks – the biggest one being that it is subject to the largest number of attacks. The attacks are usually carried out by experienced hackers with the aim of getting into your store to either spam …
In the digital age, getting a website is more than just a way to build an online presence, it’s a vital business investment. Not only do large retail businesses need a website, but smaller local businesses can also benefit from taking their business online. Recognising this importance, many businesses are now dedicating significant resources towards …
In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, having a reliable website is an essential factor in success. Whether you also have a brick-and-mortar store or solely a digital shop, ensuring your website is performing at its best can have a direct impact on your bottom line. Factors such as website uptime, ease of navigation and speed …
Designing a website requires careful consideration and several reviews during the development stages to ensure everything is perfect. Once live, it can be easy to assume that no further updates are needed and your website will continue to perform well, however, this isn’t always the case. Regularly reviewing your website is essential to ensure its …
More so than ever before, businesses heavily depend on their websites to improve brand awareness and attract new customers, so the importance of server maintenance shouldn’t be overlooked. Ultimately, the backbone of online business success lies in the reliability and efficiency of servers. For website owners, ensuring the seamless operation of their servers is essential …
In the digital world, first impressions are crucial, especially when it comes to your website. It only takes a few seconds for a visitor to form an opinion about your business based on your website. This short window of time highlights the importance of ensuring your website is not only visually appealing but also fast, …
As 2024 quickly approaches, it’s an opportune time for businesses to review and evaluate the success of their online presence. The end of the year is perfect to reflect on what has worked, what hasn’t and what changes might be needed moving forward. An essential aspect of this review is your website and, in particular, …
Businesses are continually searching for new ways to streamline their operations and optimise their application deployment processes. Kubernetes, a powerful container orchestration platform, has become the go-to solution for managing containerised applications. Its ability to automate deployment, scaling and management of applications makes it ideal for any business currently running applications on multiple virtual machines …
When reviewing website performance and the success of digital marketing campaigns, there are several important metrics that business owners will compare. One of these metrics is the ‘bounce rate’ and a high bounce rate can be an indication that something isn’t working. Understanding what’s causing visitors to bounce off your website is key to making …
Different times of the year present different challenges for retailers and e-commerce businesses. The lead-up to the holiday season is known for being busy and Black Friday, in particular, is a monumental day where shopping activity reaches a peak. With more businesses now offering Black Friday deals online for a few days or even a …
When trying to reach a wider audience, having a good online presence is crucial. A website can help to increase brand awareness and get more people talking about your products or services. The importance of a website extends beyond brand visibility though, it will become a platform for customer engagement and business transactions. However, simply …
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