The proposed changes to the Chrome browser suggested by Google engineers in 2014 are poised to come into effect, meaning a slightly different, and theoretically more secure way of navigating the internet for web surfers. A new system will warn users should they navigate towards a website deemed insecure. The feature is designed to act …
The World Wide Web is moving on. IPv4 has served us well, but it’s time for a new system, IPv6, and catalyst2 can provide dedicated servers that support it. If you are thinking of changing, it’s time to weigh up the benefits. IPv6 is, quite simply the future of the internet. IPv4 cannot support the …
Confused about hosting? Don’t know your DNS from your SSL? Our Managed Hosting Plus is for you. This is ideal solution for users interested in getting their website hosted while receiving a helping hand in getting everything started and managed. Why not leave the technical side to the experts so you can concentrate on running your …
Not yet outsourcing your servers to the cloud? Consider these huge benefits of trusting this essential part of your IT infrastructure to a dedicated, industry-leading organisation. Security Whether cloud-based or not, your systems are vulnerable to internet security breaches. At catalyst2 we have network and server teams constantly managing and maintaining all elements of security and performance …
One of the most important (and perhaps one of the most overlooked) aspects of web development is the ability to load test a site. Load testing used to be a straightforward exercise to make certain that a site or web app could handle multiple loads of users, and has since evolved to become a vital …
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificates are the standard technology that is used online to establish an encrypted connection between a server and a web browser. When installed and used on a website it creates a secure connection meaning all of the information and data that passes between the users browser and the server is encrypted. This way …
For most start-up companies, particularly those that receive normal amounts of internet traffic, a shared hosting plan is ideal. However, for a larger business, especially those that host huge amounts of data and are more resource intensive, a dedicated server might be a better fit. Below we discuss some of the benefits making a switch …
Over the last few hours there have been reports about the GHOST Vulnerability. This is a vulnerability effecting a core part of the Linux operating system. Patches are being released at the moment and we are currently monitoring the situation and will be applying updates to all servers as soon as they become available. If …
Over the last 24 hours a significant security vulnerability has come to light as part of the Linux Operating System. This vulnerability has been dubbed Shellshock and potentially allows an attacker to gain remote access to systems and execute malicious code. You can see more at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-29361794 We wanted to make you aware that we …
One of the first decisions you’ll need to make when choosing hosting for your new website is whether to choose a managed server hosting or DIY server infrastructure. If you’re not sure what the implications of these two choices are, it’s likely you’re going to want some kind of managed server hosting; this is for …
CentOS Linux’s parent company, Red Hat, caused consternation among many users recently when they announced they would be shifting focus away from CentOS Linux in favour of focussing on CentOS Stream. Shortly after the announcement, CentOS co-founder, Gregory Kurtzer, confirmed he was launching a clone of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, the distro that CentOS was …
If a company wants to achieve prolonged and sustainable success in the modern age, the chances are that it needs to try and incorporate a technical element into their set-up. Since the invention of the computer, corporations have drastically altered the way in which they go about their daily business – the reason for this …
In times gone by, the world of web hosting was one that was regarded as being mysterious and difficult to navigate, unless you had been provided with the necessary training. This has led to many people, especially those who are not particularly tech-savvy, to be somewhat sceptical of the importance of enlisting the help of …
The biggest upgrade you can make to any computer is faster storage. One of the easiest ways to do this is by investing in an NVMe drive. But what exactly is an NVMe drive? And why should you consider purchasing one? Here’s everything you need to know. What are NVMe drives? An NVMe, or non-volatile …
The need for social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic has meant that as many as one in four of us now work remotely. Of course, the need to communicate effectively is still incredibly crucial, and video conferencing has played a vital role in ensuring working teams are all on the same page – even when …
The process of trying to find the perfect website hosting company is one which is often drawn out and tiresome. There are various factors which you need to look out for, and it is rare to find one which incorporates all of the elements that you need. Not only this, but all of the firms …
It is the start of a new year, and with that comes a renewed desire for companies to push on and improve the amount of success that they are privy to. Some believe that the best way to make this a reality is to upgrade their existing operating systems, so that their technical capabilities are …
The world of online operations is incredibly complex, and this should come as no surprise – there are various moving parts, and for things to be working smoothly, they all need to align. Whilst, for the majority of the time, operations take care of themselves, it is not impossible for things to go awry. Over …
For those of you that are experienced website builders, it will come as no surprise to hear that getting your page online is not as simple as clicking a button. There are various processes which have to be taken care of in order for a successful outcome to come to fruition. Web hosting companies are …
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