In a collaborative session, we reviewed some example graphics and images and discussed as a group what would be the best format to save each as for choosing the best image format. Below is a list of the best image formats. Image Formats for Websites JPG GIF PNG SVG Take Aways When saving images to be used on Read More >
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Using Advanced Custom Fields in WordPress Templates
Advanced Custom Fields is a WordPress plugin that makes it easy to add additional fields to Pages or Posts in WordPress. This is especially helpful for complex layouts, so you can separate the content from the markup. By separating the markup from the content, you make it easier for clients to update their own content Read More >
How to Add Blog Post Notifications on Web Design Services Website
Some site owners may want to automatically notify their visitors of new posts on their site. While there are some blog post notification plugins available for WordPress, most do not offer options for rate limiting or customizing the email that is sent out to their users. This can cause an issue with email sending limits that Read More >
How to Install Nextcloud on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS
When setting up a new server running the Linux operating system Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, you may find yourself looking for an open-source cloud storage solution that would allow you to easily move data between your various devices. One such solution is Nextcloud, a popular open source cloud storage solution that can be installed on most Read More >
Distance and Remote Learning Platforms
Remote learning (also referred to as distance learning or virtual learning) is rapidly becoming more popular than ever, leading to an increased demand for reliable, feature-rich remote learning solutions. Software such as Moodle, Big Blue Button (BBB), Canvas, and Google Classroom offer video conferencing, screen sharing, and other remote learning tools that can be used Read More >
Installing Big Blue Button (BBB) On Ubuntu
Big Blue Button (BBB) is a free, open source video conferencing solution that can be installed on Ubuntu machines and accessed via web browser. This software provides a free alternative to similar services such as Zoom and Google Meet. In this guide, we will outline how to install Big Blue Button on your Ubuntu machine. Read More >
How to Add a BIMI Record in cPanel
Many email applications currently support Gravatar for showing images alongside sender email addresses. It’s been around for a long time, and it’s integrated with some some major websites and applications (e.g. WordPress), so this shouldn’t be too surprising. But there’s a new way to accomplish this without creating another online account. Below we’ll cover: What Read More >
JavaScript Resources for Beginners
JavaScript has helped keep the internet interactive since the early days of web browsers. There are thousands of resources available to help you if you want to get better at this essential programming language. It can be difficult to figure out where to start! Below are a few JavaScript resources ranging from tutorials, books, and Read More >
How to Install GoAccess Web Analytics on Debian
GoAccess is a light-weight free open source log analyzer. Matomo and other self-hosted website analytics applications use PHP and a SQL database to manage web analytics data. Other applications including Google Analytics and Mixpanel store the data externally. GoAccess uses your pre-existing server logs to provide web analytics data you can easily manipulate within your Read More >
How to Install MongoDB
While there are several different types of database software available, MongoDB is a popular and feature-rich alternative to other software such as MySQL. As this software is not frequently pre-installed on Linux-based hosts, you may find yourself needing to install MongoDB on your CentOS or Ubuntu server. In this guide, we will outline how to Read More >
How WordPress Helped Small Businesses During COVID-19
In March of 2020, the US started to shut down due to COVID-19 and around 30 million small businesses felt the impact. As schools closed and people begin to shelter at home, small businesses immediately felt the pressure as foot traffic halted. Small business owners needed to adapt to the new stay at home environment Read More >
How to Use Antivirus for Files in Nextcloud with ClamAV
Nextcloud makes online collaboration easier for remote teams. However, some users have less secure personal computers and unsafe internet browsing practices. Scanning files before they can be uploaded to Nextcloud helps protect VPS accounts and users from malware. The Antivirus for Files Nextcloud application does this by connecting to a separately installed ClamAV application hosted Read More >
Beginner Web Design: Guides to HTML and CSS
There is no shortage of programming resources, tutorials, and videos available. If you have decided to learn how to design websites, the real difficulty is finding beginner friendly material that will still be useful. Here, we’ll take a look at some beginner web design resources you can use to study HTML and CSS— the fundamentals Read More >
Install Webmin on Ubuntu 20.04
Webmin is a system administration tool that enables you to manage a web server without the command-line interface (CLI). A popular free cPanel alternative, Webmin can complete a long list of sysadmin features natively and with installable modules: File, database, and user management Language and theme customization Scheduled backup configuration Resource monitoring Server hardening DNS Read More >
WordPress 5.3 Release Notes
There has been a lot of anticipation with the release of WordPress 5.3. This version of WordPress has been tested for months and business owners and developers alike are excited to implement the newest features it has to offer. This article describes some of the best WordPress 5.3 updates you may find relevant for your Read More >
Securing Your VPS: 24 Ways to Harden Server
There are many reasons to harden your VPS. The best practices for VPS security involve learning the settings, steps, and options that are needed to keep your server secure. You will also find yourself continually researching and updating your knowledge and software tools to keep your security up-to-date. Server security depends on everyone who interacts with the Read More >
Force HSTS using .htaccess
HSTS (HTTP Strict Transport Security) protects users from cookie hijacking and protocol downgrade attacks by forcing browsers to request HTTPS pages from your domain. HSTS is similar to a 301 redirect from HTTP to HTTPS but at the browser level. There may be a specific HSTS configuration appropriate for your website. The following are less Read More >
How to Launch the cPanel Terminal
Often you’ll find that various server admin tasks can be automated or completed faster when compiled into a series of command line instructions. Now, cPanel has made it easier to give you this kind of direct access to your server via cPanel Terminal. cPanel creation is no longer unlimited. Learn more about cPanel Pricing Changes Read More >
Easy WordPress “Hardening” in the .htaccess File
If you’ve been following along with our many WordPress tutorials, your site is likely looking good and easy to use. But now you’ll want to do some security “hardening” to make your site more difficult for hackers to crack. In this article, we’ll show you some neat things you can put in your .htaccess file Read More >
Advanced NGINX Stack Configuration for VPS and Dedicated Servers
In this article, we will cover advanced configuration topics for the WordPress/NGINX Stack on VPS and Dedicated Servers. This includes setting up custom defaults, per-domain include files, and connecting NGINX to external applications, such as Node.js, Python, or Tomcat/Java apps.
