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Recent solar flare activities have disrupted radio signals, reminding us of the sun’s powerful influence on our daily technology. As a web services provider, these natural occurrences highlight our vulnerability to nature’s whims. Despite our advancements, we must remain vigilant and informed about the sun’s cycles, especially as we grow more reliant on technology.
In the vast world of web development, plugins and themes offer incredible functionality and design enhancements. However, they also present security challenges. Drawing from over twenty-five years in the industry, Charles from CharlesWorks shares personal experiences and insights on navigating these challenges, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and informed decision-making. Dive into this article to learn valuable tips on ensuring website security and making informed choices in the realm of plugins and themes.
This article dives into the potential misuse of WordPress’s xmlrpc.php file, a feature that allows for remote procedure calls. While it can be handy for various tasks, it can also be exploited for malicious purposes. The piece further discusses how to protect your site, including the option to disable the feature if not in use, and how to respond to possible “bug bounty” phishing requests related to this feature.
In the digital age, the speed and efficiency of information delivery are paramount. As a website owner, you want your users to have the most up-to-date information at their fingertips. However, sometimes, due to a feature called caching, users may not immediately see...
This article explores the decision-making process when it comes to website design and development – hiring a professional web developer or relying on a tech-savvy family member or friend. It discusses the pros and cons of each option, considering factors like technical proficiency, project timeline, work quality, relationship dynamics, and future support. The piece emphasizes the importance of careful consideration in choosing the right path for web development.
In today's interconnected world, consumer trust is vital for businesses seeking to thrive in a competitive market. Endorsements, whether from celebrities, experts, or regular consumers, can significantly influence purchasing decisions. Because of this, the Federal...
When it comes to managing website content on WordPress, there are many tools available to help make the process easier and more efficient. Two of the most popular and powerful tools are Elegant Theme's Divi theme and the Elementor plugin. In this article, we'll take a...
I intend to focus this article on yet another way of speeding up your website's page loading time. My focus here will be hooking up Redis to speed page loading in complex websites. Over the years I've noticed that website pages have become more complex to meet the...
We have been using DirectAdmin a CharlesWorks since July of 2013. It has been extremely dependable. Support for it is great as well. This short article applies to web hosting servers using DirectAdmin's control panel. This function is especially helpful when restoring...
Installatron is a great server product. We have been using it since May of 2016 on a number of our website servers. Installatron is very cost effective and interfaces directly with DirectAdmin. It allows CharlesWorks staff to quickly set up websites on our servers for...
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