In the ever-evolving landscape of online content, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become a critical component for anyone looking to make their mark on the internet. While SEO may seem daunting at first, there’s good news – you don’t need a hefty budget to get started. Free SEO tools are readily available, offering a plethora…
Top 5 WordPress shopping carts
I wanted to find the best shopping cart options for WordPress. After researching hundreds of E-commerce options for WordPress, WooCommerce still seems to lead the way. I personally feel WooCommerce is bloated and confusing. I absolutely hate how it forces you to use the JetPack plugin for certain shipping options. JetPack is bloatware and poorly…
Who are people using for advertisers on their blogs?
Written in 2010, scroll down for the updates in 2023. Blogging is big business these days, and most (79%) of the Top 100 blogs had some form of advertising. A mere 21% had no explicit advertising at all. The most popular form of monetization is the ubiquitous Google AdSense, appearing in 24% of the Top…
What is the Secure Connection Failed Server that uses an invalid security certificate error?
We had a customer today put in a ticket about an SSL browser error when connecting to their cPanel. I am unable to access the cPanel section of the website. When I try, it says: Secure Connection Failed 12.123.123.123:2083 uses an invalid security certificate. The certificate is not trusted because it is self-signed.The certificate is…
Internet usage around the World, 2009-2028 (revised)
The post reviews global internet growth from 2009 to 2023, noting that usage rose from 30% to 62% of the world population and is far higher in advanced countries. It also highlights the growth of streaming video and suggests that traditional TV is being replaced in many markets. It then discusses potential harms of excessive…
How to make an awesome about us page
Interestingly enough, website about us pages are in the top ten pages visited on websites. The days of doing a basic, boring about us page is over. Most customers expect to find out who you’re and what you stand for there. Emotional purchases are becoming more and more common, so buckle up, and let’s make…
Transferring domains can be easy
The biggest issue with moving domain registration from one register to another is preparation. If you know exactly what to do and how to prepare for the domain transfer it can happen very fast and easily. The first step is to unlock the domain. Locking a domain is a security feature that stops any transfers…
6 highly effective ways to market a small business online
1. Make a downloadable eBookCreating a branded eBook with helpful information about your industry or products, will always get results. You can put a lot of thought into it since you only need one or two for years to come. If done right, the eBook will circulate for a long time. The most popular format…