We've run into trouble recently loading sites lacking SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption on our workstations. The issue has been happening using both Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Researching why this was occurring led me to some possible fixes I will address...
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Important Update Regarding Billing and Rates
We all hate when prices go up. And we all know they seldom go down again. As stated in CharlesWorks policies, prices are subject to change without notice. Going on 25 Years in Business You don't get to stay in business as long as CharlesWorks has without three things:...
Do it Myself or Hire it Done?
I believe this article applies mostly to people operating a small business. Especially if what you do on the web is primarily a business endeavor for you. This type of question is always one of the many you face regarding completing webwork on your website. There are...
How to Manage Spam Comments in your Website
In doing routine server audits, I often notice that some posts on various websites are getting spammed. This usually means that a control on the post (when it was originally created) has the "Allow Comments" and/or "Allow Pings" left turned on. At that point I check a...
Fixing an ERR_TOO_MANY_REDIRECTS Redirections Error
A usual part of solving issues as they arise in the website development business is searching Google for solutions. Very seldom have I ever been the first or only individual to find a particular problem needing a solution. I don't believe the situation I'll describe...
How to Refresh your Web Browser page
Sometimes there are procedures that are taken for granted by us here at CharlesWorks. We work in web browsers every day. So it is easy for us to forget that most people don't know how refresh their web browser. This process may be needed if changes are made to a web...
Anatomy of a Phone Text Phishing Attempt
Phishing - attempts to trick people into giving up sensitive information - has been on the rise for many. many years now. Even seasoned internet individuals can fall prey to the bad actors perpetrating this criminal activity. The Phish Here is an example of a text I...
Increasing your Web Traffic using External Links from UpCity
Every now and then I like to share ways each of you can use to increase the traffic to your website. Increasing Traffic Remember that when your website is linked to from other sources, you increase the probability of more traffic being sent to it. Today, I took the...
Charles Oropallo Awarded for Sponsoring 40+ BNI Members
I have been a member of BNI (Business Networkers International) since September of 2004. It has been a great networking organization and I recommend everyone attend at least just to experience a meeting. You've everything to gain by doing so. I often remind people the...
Using All-in-One WP Migration plugin to back up your website
The All-in-One WP Migration plugin is an excellent plugin for backing up, copying, cloned or migrating your WordPress website. It's become my favorite and we use it here at CharlesWorks extensively. Issues using the All-in-One WP Migration plugin The only time we have...