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How to Put Varnish Cache on Your WordPress Site

September 8, 2017

What is Varnish Cache? Varnish Cache is a web accelerator, which is used to speed up site loading times. So, how does it work? Well, a web accelerator acts as a proxy server that reduces the time it takes to access a website. A proxy server operates as a go-between for requests to the server. When a computer wants to load a site, it will contact the server and request the site’s information and resources. A proxy server intercepts those requests and processes them according to its instructions. So, Varnish Cache is a proxy that processes requests in a way…

Design & Development, Security

An Introduction to SSL Certificates

September 5, 2017

An Introduction to Encryption Ever wonder how websites help keep hackers from stealing private information, like your credit card number or passwords? The answer: SSL. SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, is a security protocol that protects the connection between your site and the visitor. When a visitor logs in or makes purchases on your site, the client (such as a browser) sends information to your website’s server. This information can be vulnerable while it’s traveling, making this the opportune time for hackers to strike. However, using SSL can secure the channel between client and server, making hacking much harder to pull…

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How To, Tutorials, WordPress

How to Launch Your First Podcast with WordPress

August 28, 2017

In 2017, 42 million Americans listen to podcasts weekly. With such a large variety of engaging, hands-free audio content, it’s not surprising that podcasts are growing more and more popular. You can take advantage of this fast-growing medium by learning how to start a podcast of your own with WordPress. Reaching this large audience of podcast listeners will not only expand your influence, but will also establish you as a thought leader and an authority in your area of focus. Whether your goals involve fame, fortune, or something less cliché, we can help you launch your first podcast with WordPress….

Web Hosting, WordPress

5 Ways to Improve Your eCommerce WordPress Site

August 22, 2017

Entrepreneurs frequently start selling their latest products or services online with a cool new business website instead of a store front. Without a physical location, you can reduce startup capital and reach a larger audience. Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as creating a new WordPress site and magically becoming a bestseller overnight. Even the most experienced entrepreneurs and business-savvy people may find the world of eCommerce websites difficult to navigate. Here are a few ways to increase traffic and drive revenue with your eCommerce WordPress site: 1. Start a Blog Blogging isn’t just for bloggers. You can blog too! You’ll…

Design & Development

Improving Accessibility on Your Site

August 21, 2017

When we’re creating for the web, it’s easy to forget about making our content accessible for all audience types. With more than 36 million adults in the United States being unable to read past a third-grade reading level and the growing usage of screen readers for the visually impaired, making your website accessible is more important than ever. Making Your Site Accessible When it comes to website structure, we often consider the website finished when the front-end is visually pleasing. However, screen readers use the website’s code to navigate. So if your code is messy, your website would appear to…

Design & Development, How To, SEO, Tutorials

8 Tips for Building Your Nonprofit Website

August 16, 2017

You don’t need a huge budget to have an engaging website for your nonprofit organization. Having an online presence will help your organization achieve success whether you define success as awareness, donations, or something else entirely. With a well-designed and thoughtfully-created website, you can accomplish more than you thought possible. Are you ready to get started on your nonprofit website? 1. Choose a Website Builder First, as the official web builder for your nonprofit, find an easy-to-use website builder tool. With so many different content creation services, you don’t need to learn to code to create a decent website. Just…

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5 Advantages to Having a Custom Email Address

July 26, 2017

When you launch a website, you want people to visit, check out your content, and engage with the site. In addition to social media and commenting, people also like to communicate and engage via email. When you have an email address that’s not associated with your web domain, people are less likely to email you. It can also look unprofessional when you use email addresses like @gmail.com or @yahoo.com. Fortunately, you have another option, custom domain email. Here are a few of the advantages that come with having a custom email address: 1. Simplicity When you have a custom domain…

Web Hosting, WordPress

Getting Started with WordPress

May 5, 2017

What is WordPress? WordPress is the World’s most popular blogging software. WordPress software is free and open-source, features lots of themes, plugins, a visual editor, and an active and supportive user and developer community. CMS vs. Blog WordPress is best known as a blogging tool, but technically it’s a CMS, or content management system. A CMS is more than just a blog, and in fact, it doesn’t have to be used for blogging at all. A CMS is primarily a tool for managing the files, media, and code that make up a website. As such, it offers…

Security, SEO, Web Hosting

All About SSL Certificates

February 15, 2016

What is An SSL Certificate? At pair Networks, we are often asked, “what is an SSL Certificate and why do I need one?” An SSL, or Secure Socket Layer, Certificate encrypts information moving between your web server and internet browser. You can think of it like this –

Geek Out, Security, Web Hosting

Top 5 Most Infamous Hackers of All Time

February 1, 2016

Who are these Infamous Hackers? And what do they want? When you think of a hacker, most people imagine a lonesome figure aglow by a single computer screen, frantically typing some matrix-like script in an anonymous subterranean basement. But Hackers and their motives are as varied and broad as ‘hacking’ itself.

Security, WordPress

Don’t Panic! What to do if WordPress is Hacked

January 18, 2016

Realizing that your WordPress Site has been hacked can be very upsetting. Your site was working well and then all of a sudden it disappeared. During this distressing time it’s important to keep in mind that hacks rarely equal a total loss.

Security, Web Hosting

Know Your MalWare: Your Field Guide to Malicious Software

January 4, 2016

Help prevent malware from messing with your computer by understanding how different types work. What is MalWare? “Malicious” + “Software” = Malware You can think of Malware much like a human virus. Malware is an umbrella term for hostile or intrusive software that a computer can catch from an outside source.

Design & Development, Web Hosting, WordPress

Ubuntu vs FreeBSD Hosting: Is There A Difference?

December 17, 2015

Choosing an Operating System for your account can feel a bit daunting. When first setting up a Hosting Account, many worry which OS is right for their needs. What’s the difference between FreeBSD and Ubuntu? Which one is right for me?

Design & Development, Security

ICANN Domain Verification Policy

December 14, 2015

The Internet Corporation For Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is the board that oversees all domain name registrars and sets policies that registrars must follow. ICANN has always required accurate contact information for domain names, but the requirement was rarely enforced.

Shared, Dedicated, and Public IP Addresses

Design & Development, Security, SEO

Public, Private, Shared, & Dedicated IP Addresses

September 29, 2015

What are IP Addresses? Also known as Internet Protocol Addresses, IP Addresses are used to identify different computers and devices on the Internet. You can think of it like a home return address on a mailing envelope, only used in numbers and periods.

Security, WordPress

Securing WordPress Sites

September 29, 2015

When performing a self-installation of WordPress, there are easy steps that can be taken to help protect against an attack. Many of the cases our Abuse Department deals with on a daily basis are the result of malicious WordPress attacks. Securing WordPress will make it much harder for malware to gain access.

Design & Development, Email, How To, Tutorials

All About SPF Records

September 28, 2015

SPF records list the authorized sending hosts for a particular domain name. A receiving mail client can then check that incoming mail comes from a host authorized to be sending mail from a particular domain. This allows mail clients to check that an e-mail’s sender address isn’t being spoofed.

Design & Development, Web Hosting

Why pair with FreeBSD

September 25, 2015

Why FreeBSD? pair Networks has been relying on FreeBSD as an essential tool for providing world-class web hosting since opening its doors in 1995.

Design & Development, Tutorials, WordPress

5 Easy Steps to Speed Up WordPress Sites

September 19, 2015

Did you know that according to Amazon, every extra 1/10th of a second in loading time caused sales to decrease by 1%? A fast site is one of the best ways to increase Search Engine Rankings and the amount of visitors to your site.

Design & Development, Security, Tutorials

Back that Site Up: A Backup Guide through the ACC

September 19, 2015

It’s important to ensure that you always have copies of your files, and to understand how to generate your own backups to avoid losing potentially valuable information.

Design & Development, Drupal, Joomla, WordPress

Content Management Systems: Joomla, Drupal, & WordPress

September 19, 2015

If you are looking to build a dynamic website without having to worry about the coding and technical aspects of it; WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal have established themselves as the leaders for online content management systems.

Design & Development, Security, WordPress

Lock it Down: How to Keep Your Site Secure

September 19, 2015

In an era where websites are compromised by malicious software all the time- one of the most common security questions is ‘How do I help protect my site from hackers?

Design & Development, SEO, WordPress

SEO for WordPress

September 19, 2015

Your new WordPress blog looks dazzling. The content is intriguing. It’s Lights, Camera, Action! Now all you need is an audience. But where to find them? How do you draw visitors in?

Design & Development, Web Hosting

How to Choose a Web Host

September 16, 2015

So you’re looking for a new web host? Great! Purchasing your own web hosting is a great step towards establishing a successful, independent presence on the Internet.

Design & Development, Web Hosting

Shared, VPS, & Dedicated Hosting Platforms – What’s the Difference?

September 16, 2015

What’s the best web hosting platform for your site? Do you need to harness the power of a Dedicated Server ? Or would a budget-friendly Shared Hosting Package be sufficient?