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How to choose a domain name

How to choose a domain name
Choosing a domain name is one of the first – and most important – steps in building your online presence. Whether you're launching a personal blog or an ecommerce site, your domain name sets the tone for your brand, influences how people perceive you, and even affects how easily you&
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Why are dedicated servers better for gaming?

Why are dedicated servers better for gaming?
In 2022, the gaming industry was noted to be worth 347 US billion dollars – with multiplayer online games becoming increasingly popular. However, any seasoned gamer knows that lag, slow loading times, and dropped games can quickly turn an enjoyable gaming experience into a poor one. This is where a dedicated
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Our new bigger and better data centre

Our new bigger and better data centre
We have exciting news! Following years of planning, we’ve been working hard behind the scenes on a multimillion pound investment in a brand-new data centre. Now, as we launch our new state-of-the-art, energy-efficient data centre located at Worcester Six Business Park, we want to
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Advantages of cloud computing

Advantages of cloud computing
Switching to the cloud allows organisations of all different types and sizes to add greater speed, innovation and agility to their projects. The cloud computing revolution has been swift and impactful, reshaping the way we work, communicate and collaborate – those that don’t use it risk losing their competitive edge.
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Should you put hyphens in domain names?

Should you put hyphens in domain names?
Before you register your domain name, it’s important to know a thing or two about well-optimised domains. By well-optimised we mean that your domain should be easily searchable, and that your customers should have no issues finding your site. We suggest choosing a domain name that doesn’
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How to secure a VPS

How to secure a VPS
If you're looking for a VPS, security will be one of your biggest priorities when you’re getting set up. VPS hosting relies on the successful partition of a physical server into several private ones, via sophisticated virtualisation technology. It offers a lot of the same advantages as
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How to back up a website

How to back up a website
The turn of phrase, “better safe than sorry,” springs to mind when talking about backing up your website. It may seem like an afterthought, but if disaster does strike, having a recently saved version of your site to roll back to can be a lifesaver – you’ve put a lot
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How much does web hosting cost?

How much does web hosting cost?
If you're in the market for web hosting, one of the first questions you're going to ask is how much will this cost me? Website hosting prices in the UK can vary widely depending on the type of hosting you choose and other factors, such as
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What is provisioning?

What is provisioning?
Imagine you’re setting up a brand-new workspace. You need desks, chairs, computers, and all the right tools to get started. Now, imagine doing that in the digital world – that’s where provisioning comes in. Provisioning is part of the deployment process and refers to the process of setting
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What is cybersecurity: 10 tips for staying safe online

What is cybersecurity: 10 tips for staying safe online
In the age of the internet we use our data everyday to log into social media, send emails, browse websites or even buy that thing you really want but know you don’t need. And let’s not forget how important it is for businesses too – it’s not just
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How to choose an SEO-friendly domain name

How to choose an SEO-friendly domain name
There are over 349.9 million registered domains out there, but when you’re choosing a domain name for your project, there are a lot of different concerns to factor in. As well as finding a domain that suits your brand, and speaks to the purpose of your site, you’
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How to deploy site-to-site IPsec VPNs with Cloud servers

How to deploy site-to-site IPsec VPNs with Cloud servers
We’ve recently spotted quite a few of our Cloud Server customers struggling with IPsec site-to-site VPN configuration. This is a super complex topic, so we thought we’d provide an overview of the different tech involved, and walk you through the deployment of an example site-to-
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Shared hosting vs dedicated hosting

Shared hosting vs dedicated hosting
Shared hosting is when multiple users, websites, projects, or accounts are hosted alongside each other on a single web server. Dedicated hosting on the other hand, refers to when a single dedicated server is entirely devoted to the needs of one user or their project. Both options offer loads of
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New TLDs: everything you need to know

New TLDs: everything you need to know
No matter what kind of project you’re starting, if you're creating a website, you’re going to need a good domain name. It’s like your virtual address, and in order for people to find it you’ll also need the right domain extension, which is like
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What is shared hosting?

What is shared hosting?
Working out what kind of web hosting you need can present a bit of a hurdle when you’re starting out with your project. It’s something that you might not know much about or have really considered, but whilst it can seem confusing at first, it’s quite straightforward
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