Author: Alex Ali

Most beginners looking to start their own websites want to keep costs low, which is understandable. If you Google “free website”, you’ll come up with a large list of companies offering to host your site for free. The question is, what are you really getting with those deals? Many of these companies offer website builders …

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It’s easy to assume that activity logs are something only a few websites can benefit from, or that they include far too much data to sort through. However, these assumptions are incorrect. Any type of website can benefit from having an activity log, from the smallest to the most complex. Understanding how activity logs work …

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Both Apache and NGINX (pronounced ‘Engine-X’) offer capable, open-source server technology. However, which one is right for you? In order to be sure your site runs as efficiently as possible, it’s important to choose the type of server that best matches your needs.  Apache has been a solid choice for over 20 years, and there …

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There are many different ways to build a website. A lot of people opt for the ease of use of a Content Management System (CMS), which can be an excellent option. If you are looking to create a truly dynamic website, however, you may need to dig deeper into the web development world.  One way …

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Once you have your website in place, you might be wondering about how to copyright it. You may even be asking questions such as What if someone copies my content and posts it as their own without giving me credit? Running a website means you may have to deal with copyright as both a producer …

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If you want to spark interest in your content, one method is to tease readers of your blog with a sneak peak. By gating some of your content, users won’t have access unless to it until they take a specific action of your choosing. This can be a very effective way to increase conversions on …

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As a website owner, it’s likely that you’re always looking for ways to boost engagement. There are many ways you can do this, such as by creating great content, being active on social media, and collecting a thriving email list. One technique you may not have tried, however, is starting an online forum. If managed …

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Getting noticed in search results is something every business owner with a website is looking to achieve. You may already know that improving your site’s Search Engine Optimization (SEO) can help to increase traffic, but where should you start? A smart place to begin is with Google My Business, a dashboard to help you manage …

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It takes careful planning to write social media posts that are engaging and get a lot of views and likes. It’s also important that your posts attract the right audience. Social media is a very powerful marketing tool, but there are a lot of things to consider if you want to use it effectively. One …

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Every time you visit a new website, some unique element will likely catch your eye. It might be a Call To Action (CTA), a hero header, a logo, or anything else that stands out. In most cases, those elements don’t grab attention due to coincidence, but because they were designed to do so. Using design …

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