Galera Cluster is a synchronous multi-master database cluster developed by Codership of Finland. This open-source software operates as a patch for MySQL and MariaDB and offers its own command-line interface. It provides a range of features including certification-based replication, which uses individual nodes to certify the replicated write set against other write sets. Database reads …
In the twenty-first century, regardless of the industry that you find yourself in, the likelihood is that you are constantly fighting for the attention of your audience. With more-and-more firms popping up on a yearly basis, it is imperative that you take action to try and retain a professional reputation – this can help to …
In the world of hosting, there are countless services that you are able to take advantage of, all of which possess their own distinct benefits. Shared hosting, for instance, may not run quite as quickly as some of the alternatives, but it helps to keep your firm’s expenses to a minimum. However, in recent years, …
The proliferation of on-demand cloud services represents one of the most significant technological advances of recent times. Businesses and organisations can now access highly specialised software and hardware remotely while paying a recurring subscription fee that is a fraction of the cost of bringing that same infrastructure in-house. Infrastructure as a service is a hot …
Some of the critical aspects you need to see from a managed hosting platform have to be a high level of reliability and flexibility so that you know you have options to upscale in line with your changing business needs. Here is a look at what a VMware server solution can offer Using a VMware …
As the years have gone on, you might have noticed a change in the number of companies that are investing heavily in their websites – this is not a coincidence. Far from it, this is actually a strategic plan which is in-line with the trends seen around the globe. With the incredible advances that have …
If you are part of an organisation that would like to achieve success in the twenty-first century, it is imperative that you ensure that your firm, from a technical perspective, is immaculate. As you will have seen from the effects of the coronavirus-enforced lockdown, business is incredibly easy to conduct online. It is not difficult …
Fast, reliable browsing is paramount for all internet users. DNS servers facilitate the efficient and smooth utilisation of the web and efficiently route traffic to their intended destination. Struggling with a slow DNS server can significantly increase the loading time of web pages and make browsing websites a time-consuming and frustrating experience. To maximise browsing …
If you’re in the market for IT services, you’ll have doubtless come across the phrase “managed service provider”. What actually is a managed service provider, what do they do, and why should your business think about investing in one? What is a managed service provider? A managed service provider oversees the implementation and integration of …
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 …
Simply put, if you want your businesses to have a beneficial online presence, reliable web hosting is essential. In addition to choosing the best web hosting provider, to ensure that your website is effective, you also need to choose the right server as well. Many don’t actually realise how much of a difference the server …
Cyber security is one of the most important factors of security that a company should think about, especially if a lot of their company is conducted on computers. However, how can a company be sure that its technology is secure? There are two main ways that a company can test their cyber security to check …
When you have a website, which all businesses should these days, it goes without saying that your server is essential. Simply put, your server will store, process and deliver your website to anyone who is visiting your URL. So, without your server, your website wouldn’t be ‘live’ or visible to anyone who is trying to …
In today’s competitive marketplace for managed servers and hosting, it can be difficult to differentiate between providers and their service offerings. At catalyst2, we mark ourselves out in the managed IT services marketplace by our quality. By quality, we don’t just mean our ISPA awards and nominations, including winning the Best Customer Service Award and …
A virtual private cloud provides a secure environment for a company’s shared resources, accessible only by the business and not from a third party. Businesses may use this for a variety of reasons, such as storing (and sharing) data, hosting websites, or running code. Regardless of how it’s used, using a virtual private cloud server …
In this digital day and age, having an online presence is more important than ever before and when they don’t have a website, businesses will be hindering their own success. In order to have a website that is ‘live’ and visible to anyone using the internet, you will require web hosting services and whilst there …
Virtual private networks are essential tools for anyone who values their privacy and security online. Whether you want to prevent your ISP from looking at what you’re doing online or you want to ensure your connection is secure when using public Wi-Fi, VPNs have a lot to offer. What is a VPN? Usually, when a …
At catalyst2, we’re proud to put our customers and clients at the forefront of everything that we do. Our customer service levels are always a key consideration, regardless of the service we’re providing. As a result of our efforts, we’re proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for two awards at the 23rd Annual ISPA …
In any organisation, the data held within your system is the most crucial and precious aspect of your business. Whether it be credit card information, transaction histories, or client intel, the data you hold is the core foundation of what your company runs on. This is why it must be safeguarded and protected with the …
The CIS controls, previously known as the SANS Critical Security Controls, are a recommended set of actions developed by the Center for Internet Security to enable organisations to thwart the most pervasive cybersecurity threats they are likely to face. The latest version of these controls, version 8, reduces their number from 20 to 18 and …
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