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How Long Does a Domain Name Transfer Take?
The length of a domain transfer depends on several factors, including the domain’s current and new registrars, the domain extension (TLD), and whether all required steps are completed promptly.
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Understanding Web Hosting Uptime Guarantees
When choosing a web hosting provider, one factor you will want to consider is the uptime guarantee—often advertised as 99.9% or higher. But what does this guarantee actually mean, and what does it cover? Uptime guarantees set an expectation for how consistently your website should be accessible to visitors, but the details can vary widely…
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Managed vs Unmanaged VPS Hosting: What’s the Difference?
Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting is a common solution for website owners looking for a balance between cost and control. However, VPS hosting is often broken down into two categories: managed and unmanaged. Choosing the right one can impact both your budget and how much hands-on work is required to manage your server environment. This…
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What Is a Managed SSL Service?
One of the primary steps a business can take to secure their website is to install an SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate, ensuring data encryption between users and their websites. However, SSL certificates require ongoing management, which can become challenging for businesses without dedicated IT resources. This is where a managed SSL service comes into…
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Understanding ccTLDs: Country Code Top-Level Domains
When navigating the web, you may have noticed websites ending with two-letter suffixes like .uk, .fr, or .ca. These suffixes are known as country code top-level domains, or ccTLDs. They play an essential role in organizing the internet by designating specific domains for different countries, regions, and territories. In this article, we’ll explore the structure,…
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9 Tips for Preventing Hackers from Accessing the WordPress Admin Dashboard
The WordPress admin dashboard is the control center of your website. If hackers gain access to it, they can do considerable damage: stealing data, corrupting content, and potentially infecting visitors with malware. Here are 9 things you can do to secure your WordPress admin dashboard and prevent unauthorized access.
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What Is Web Hosting? A Beginner’s Guide
Launching a website is one of the most effective ways to establish a digital presence, whether you’re building a personal blog, an online store, or a professional portfolio. A fundamental aspect of creating a website is choosing the right web hosting service. But if you’re new to this, you might be asking, What exactly is…
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Estimated Timeline for the New gTLD Program: Next Round
With the 2012 round of ICANN’s New gTLD Program being well behind us, it’s now time to look forward to the next round. Titled New gTLD Program: Next Round, it is currently estimated to open in April 2026.
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How to View a List of Trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs)
When selecting an SSL/TLS certificate for a website, we’re usually faced with some decisions regarding which certificate to choose. One decision is, which certificate Certificate Authority (CA) to use. Some of the factors that go into choosing a CA include trust, customer service, brand recognition, and cost. Perhaps the most important factor of these is…
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An Introduction to WordPress
WordPress is one of the most popular platforms for creating websites and blogs. Since its launch in 2003, it has grown into a powerful tool that powers over 40% of all websites on the internet today. Its success is largely due to its flexibility, ease of use, and the vast array of customizable features available.…