WordPress Hosting 101WordPress Hosting 101
So you want to start a WordPress site? Great! Now you have to decide how you want to host your new site. Figure Out What You’ll Be Doing Do you
How to Launch Your First Podcast with WordPressHow to Launch Your First Podcast with WordPress
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.
5 Ways to Improve Your eCommerce WordPress Site5 Ways to Improve Your eCommerce WordPress Site
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
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Improving Accessibility on Your SiteImproving Accessibility on Your Site
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
A Naturally Grown Awesome CharityA Naturally Grown Awesome Charity
You bite into a sweet, juicy peach. For you food is preventative medicine. Paying the additional fifteen to twenty-five percent added to organic produce isn’t a problem, when you know
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We’re known in Pittsburgh for saying y’inz and unparalleled support for our teams. (Way to PENGUINS!) We’re also the home of Urban Innovation 21, one of the first US based
8 Tips for Building Your Nonprofit Website8 Tips for Building Your Nonprofit Website
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
MySQL Basics: How to Create a MySQL DatabaseMySQL Basics: How to Create a MySQL Database
What is SQL? SQL, or Structured Query Language, is a language that helps you interact with databases. Using SQL, you can set up databases, tear them down, fill them up
5 Advantages to Having a Custom Email Address5 Advantages to Having a Custom Email Address
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
How to Choose the Perfect Name for Your DomainHow to Choose the Perfect Name for Your Domain
Have you ever considered getting a tattoo? It’s a pretty big decision. You have to live with it for a long time and it becomes a part of your identity.
Is Your Web Host Hurting Your Search Ranking?Is Your Web Host Hurting Your Search Ranking?
Search engine optimization or SEO plays a huge role in how search engines like Google and Bing rank your website. Adding elements like page titles, meta descriptions, alt text, and
Get the Most out of Your Business WebsiteGet the Most out of Your Business Website
After you’ve selected and registered your domain name, the real work begins for your new business website. There are several components to a good website including design, web copy, images,
Password Protect Your Site: Two Different Methods with ExamplesPassword Protect Your Site: Two Different Methods with Examples
Password Protect Your Site Whether the reason is to restrict access to your team, protect sensitive content, keep your in-progress content hidden, or all of the above, a password
Should I Use IMAP or POP For Email?Should I Use IMAP or POP For Email?
If you’re used to free third party services, you might not have considered the question of IMAP vs. POP email before. One of the most common questions we get is
All About SSL CertificatesAll About SSL Certificates
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
Top 5 Most Infamous Hackers of All TimeTop 5 Most Infamous Hackers of All Time
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
Don’t Panic! What to do if WordPress is HackedDon’t Panic! What to do if WordPress is Hacked
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
Know Your MalWare: Your Field Guide to Malicious SoftwareKnow Your MalWare: Your Field Guide to Malicious Software
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.
Happy Holidays from our Galaxy to YoursHappy Holidays from our Galaxy to Yours
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away (if far, far away is in Pittsburgh and long time ago is 1996), new Internets arrived. One rebellious company thought
Ubuntu vs FreeBSD Hosting: Is There A Difference?Ubuntu vs FreeBSD Hosting: Is There A Difference?
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
ICANN Domain Verification PolicyICANN Domain Verification Policy
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
Spotlight: The Fred Rogers CompanySpotlight: The Fred Rogers Company
pair: The Power Behind The Fred Rogers Company Fred Rogers dedicated his life to educating children, addressing social issues, and providing a reliable presence on television. Today, pair Networks is
Securing WordPress SitesSecuring WordPress Sites
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
Quiz: Which Type of Web Hosting Is Right for You?Quiz: Which Type of Web Hosting Is Right for You?
Updated: May 3, 2018 If you’re not sure what type of web hosting you need, take our quiz! With a few simple questions, we can help you decide among Shared,
5 Easy Steps to Speed Up WordPress Sites5 Easy Steps to Speed Up WordPress Sites
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
What is Cloud Hosting?What is Cloud Hosting?
We’ve all heard about “The Cloud”, but what it means exactly can still cause some confusion. Is it hosting based in the sky? Run on servers made of white
Behind the Screen: Miniature WargamingBehind the Screen: Miniature Wargaming
Ever wonder who’s pulling the strings around here and making things work? While keeping your website up and running is our primary goal while we’re in the office (and hey,
Spotlight: Insight DesignsSpotlight: Insight Designs
Can a Web hosting company help you scale mountains? As the hosting provider for Insight Designs Web Solutions, that’s exactly what pair Networks does. When Insight Designs wires a remote