Malicious software, or malware, is everywhere. The majority of it is created and used by criminals to try to collect sensitive information, like passwords, bank details, or other private information. The rest of it is there simply to cause disruption. Either way, you need to avoid it at all costs. Just one piece of stubborn …
For many businesses, it’s not the number of hits that generate sales, but the number of people who subscribe to their newsletter. Even if sites have a significant amount of traffic, most people will visit a website only once. Subscribers, on the other hand, sign up because they like what they see and want to …
Reselling web hosting is a great way for web designs and web developers to generate recurring income. If done right, it can be a very profitable business – but what does it take to get it right? To help you start making money as a reseller of web hosting, we’ve pulled together three top tips: …
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 …
Frequently hailed as a transformative force in the world of e-commerce, Magento has attracted enormous attention as a marketing platform that presents a wealth of appealing possibilities to any web entrepreneur. Here we take a look at some of the key benefits it can bring to your business, as well as some important points to …
When you’re looking to establish a new company, it’s important to have all of your business elements joined up to create that professional look that is going to impress potential customers when they come and view your site. It may seem a small detail, particularly if you are a new start-up who is testing the …
If you’re on the lookout for a new web hosting provider for your UK business, you’re probably aware that there are literally hundreds of companies out. However you should be aware that all web hosting companies are not born equal. A good web hosting company can mean all the difference between a reliable, well-functioning website …
A WordPress Plugin is (to quote WordPress) a “bit of software that can be uploaded to extend and expand the functionality of your WordPress site.” What that means is that a plugin allows you to do more with your site, giving you more abilities and functions, and in turn increases your professionalism. In short, it …
When you’re designing or updating a website, one of the most important considerations is images. There are a large number of reasons why having images on your website could prove to be the key to success. Images matter to your customers. Photograph-based social media sites such as Pinterest and Tumblr all but taken over, and …
At the end of last year, we did are annual survey but we have been rather busy so have only just got round to posting about it. We thought we would let you know the results and also the next steps. 97% of all respondents considered the overall experience with catalyst2 to good, very good or …
There are many different web servers available; shared, dedicated and cloud hosting, all of which come with their own benefits and drawbacks. But one useful form of hosting which is often overlooked is the managed VPS. VPS stands for virtual private server and it is a versatile system that suits online businesses in several Industries. …
In today’s ever-evolving world of technology, dedicated servers are becoming increasingly popular and they’re now considered to be an essential tool for businesses. Commonly, dedicated servers are used by businesses that need to host a website, however, they can also be used for applications like streaming services and corporate intranets. This advanced solution enables you …
As a business owner, there’s a lot that you have to think about. And one of the major factors to consider is your online presence. These days most of your customers will find you through the internet rather than more traditional forms of marketing. This means that your business needs to have a high quality …
Finding the right server for your business’ website is vitally important. Your server will facilitate your website, allowing your potential customers to access your webpages; they’re a very important part of your online presence. However, there are so many different server options and packages available that it can be difficult to know which would be …
Getting your business online is simultaneously an incredibly simple yet incredibly complicated process. Build-your-own-website services make it super easy for you to build a website specifically for your business, so you can get started quickly and on your own terms. But once you look below the surface of your website, things become a little more …
Website traffic typically means the number of people who visit your website and engage with your online services at any one particular time. The higher your traffic, the better your website is performing, the more chances you have of making sales and generating a profit. When it comes to choosing the right server, the key …
Setting your business up online and starting that journey can be incredibly intimidating and overwhelming. After all, you’re doing more than just setting up a website, you’re also creating a whole new platform for interacting with your customers. And this interaction means that you’re collecting data from your customers, data that needs protecting. So, not …
There’s no predicting what the future will hold and sometimes we have to be flexible with our work. This is why we’ve put together an amazing flexible service for our customers, offering short term managed servers available at a moment’s notice. But why might you need this? Well, imagine for a moment, it’s around 2pm …
Costs across the UK are rising for every business and household. From increasing costs of energy to changes in local economies, many businesses are feeling the strain. Companies like ours that rely on large quantities of power to run our service have been significantly impacted by these differences. We think it’s important to talk about …
Finding the right server for your business can be a challenge. You have to balance the needs of your online presence with that ever so important budget. But there are so many available these days, it can be hard deciding which caters for your needs best. Here at catalyst2, we specialise in web hosting, offering …
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