Cloud The effect of big-name data breaches on cyber security Recently we came across a website which visualises mass data sets into interactive charts called Information is Beautiful [https://informationisbeautiful.net/]. One chart that caught our eye was ‘ World’s... read more
Security Why do IP addresses get blacklisted? Whether you’re a small business or a large company, being able to email your customers when you need to is essential. However, this vital capability can be compromised due... read more
Security The human aspect of cyber security Attackers are developing bigger, scarier, and more complex viruses every day. Increasingly however, the biggest part of cyber security that businesses should be wary of is the human aspect. Companies... read more
Business Pandemic tips: supercharge your small business during lockdown Since the country slowed to a standstill in March, businesses of all types have been adversely affected and continue to operate under the shadow of the pandemic. Though workers have... read more
Business Magento vs WooCommerce Each accounting for roughly 30 percent of all ecommerce websites, Magento and WooCommerce are both incredibly popular. For anyone looking to build and maintain an online shop, these platforms are... read more
Business The data breach capital of the UK Data breaches are constantly on the rise, and cybersecurity is an ever-evolving battle. In the UK in 2019, almost a third of UK businesses identified cyber security breaches – and it... read more
Business How to make the most of your ecommerce data Any ecommerce store has the potential to be gathering data – which you’re missing out on unless you decide to track it. This data comes in many forms, including who’... read more
Digital Protect your brand with the right domain names If you’re planning on starting a new online business, you’ll need to build a website, and a buy a domain name. We’ve previously talked about what you... read more
Business Remote working: preparing to collaborate We’ve previously discussed the ins and outs of business collaboration [https://www.fasthosts.co.uk/blog/collaboration-business/], what it means, and what tools you and your team might want... read more
Business A message from our CEO about COVID-19 Our CEO gives a statement on the current situation regarding COVID-19 for Fasthosts staff and customers.... read more
Digital Collaboration in business Although many people might prefer their own solitary approach to working, even when working in an office, a collaborative workplace environment has been proven to lead to a more productive... read more
Business The importance of mobile optimisation To start by stating the obvious: people love their mobile devices. We now take the widespread use of smartphones and tablets for granted, but when it comes to web browsing,... read more
Business 7 things your new business website needs It's 2023, if your business doesn't have a website, you're missing out. Whether you're a corner shop, or the latest tech start-up,... read more
