What is a VPN? How Does it Help Me?
A VPN, or a Virtual Private Network, is exactly how it sounds! In its essence, a VPN helps you create a secure and private connection between your computer or device and another network over the Internet. It uses encryption and other technologies to help you ensure that your Internet activity is safe from hackers and […]
What Does Google Know About Me?
Have you ever thought about your digital footprint and the trail of information you leave behind? No? If not, let’s just say that you are leaving behind a slew of data. While some search engines have chosen to dump that data, Google is one of the few that save your every move. If you […]
How to Choose The Best Domain Name For Your Brand
Choosing a domain name that fits your brand could possibly be the most important thing that you could ever do for your website. It is pivotal for your success. A good domain name can be an extremely profitable marketing tool to help grow your brand. A strong domain name can create so many opportunities for […]
Is WordPress Dying? The Answer is Simple
For quite some time, WordPress has been known as the most powerful content management system on the market. With an estimated 35% of the Internet powered by WordPress, it’s immeasurable popularity doesn’t seem to be fleeting anytime soon. It’s hard to imagine that such a powerful system could possibly be close to death. WordPress has […]
What is SEO and Why is It Important?
SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. SEO is all about brand exposure, website ranking, credibility, increasing the quantity and quality of web traffic, and creating a better experience for the visitor.
What is the Cloud?
The cloud… one combination of words that you may only understand as the white cotton candy floating around in the sky. In tech terms, “the cloud” does not refer to anything residing in the sky. It’s actually a “catch-all” phrase that includes many different types of virtual solutions and services.
How to Build a Social Network Using a Free WP Plugin
Did you know that it’s possible to create a social network on your WordPress site? Well… it is! You can literally turn your WordPress into a social networking platform by using the free WordPress plugin, BuddyPress! Why would you want such a plugin on your website? The better question is, why would you not want […]
What is WordPress and How Does it Work?
In today’s modern-day of unlimited Internet access and seemingly paper-thin smartphones, it is easy to assume that a majority of people know all about web creation websites like WordPress. My assumptions were proven wrong when somebody genuinely asked me, “What is WordPress?”. After thinking about that question it occurred to me that some people are […]
A Novice’s Guide to Web Hosting
Behind the scenes to every website on the internet is a web hosting provider. If you’re thinking about creating a website, its crucial to have a service provider. It’s even more important to choose a provider that fits into your goals.