As we move through September 2026, we’re continuing to support environmental projects around the world through our eco-project partner Ecologi. This month, we’re spotlighting two initiatives that deliver meaningful climate impact while supporting communities: Project 1 and Project 2. Project 1: peatland restoration and conservation in Indonesia (the Katingan Mentaya Project) Peatlands are one of… Continue reading Eco Update: September 2026
The pros and cons of domain name forwarding
Domain name forwarding (sometimes called URL forwarding or domain forwarding) lets you point one domain name to another web address. It is commonly used when you own multiple domains and want visitors to reach the same website, or when you are moving a site and need a simple way to catch traffic from an old… Continue reading The pros and cons of domain name forwarding
The role of caching in page speed and user experience
Caching is one of the simplest ways to make a website feel faster, even when you have not changed a single line of design. It works by storing copies of content so that the browser, server, or a nearby network location can reuse it, instead of rebuilding and re-downloading everything on every visit. The result… Continue reading The role of caching in page speed and user experience
Benefits of integrating AI in web hosting services
Faster issue detection and fewer outages Modern hosting environments generate vast amounts of operational data, from server load and memory usage to network latency and disk performance. When this data is analysed continuously, it becomes far easier to spot early warning signs of trouble, such as unusual traffic patterns, creeping resource exhaustion, or subtle performance… Continue reading Benefits of integrating AI in web hosting services
The difference between managed and unmanaged VPS
Choosing between managed and unmanaged VPS hosting is less about “which is better” and more about what level of control, responsibility and support you want. A virtual private server (VPS) gives you dedicated resources within a virtualised environment, sitting between shared hosting and a dedicated server. The key difference is who looks after the server’s… Continue reading The difference between managed and unmanaged VPS
Eco Update: August 2026
August 2026 is a great moment to reflect on the practical impact of everyday choices, including how we power and run websites. Through our ongoing support of environmental projects around the world with our eco-project partner Ecologi, we’re spotlighting two initiatives this month: Project 1 and Project 2, each tackling climate and sustainability challenges in… Continue reading Eco Update: August 2026
Innovations in Virtual Private Servers (VPS) technology
VPS technology has moved well beyond “a slice of a server”. A virtual private server used to be a straightforward compromise between shared hosting and dedicated hardware. Today, it is often a first-choice platform for production websites, SaaS applications, development environments and business-critical services. The innovations driving this shift are not only improving raw performance,… Continue reading Innovations in Virtual Private Servers (VPS) technology
The role of NTP servers in reliable hosting
Accurate time is an invisible dependency in modern hosting. Every server action is stamped with a timestamp: log entries, database transactions, TLS certificate validation, scheduled tasks, backups, monitoring alerts, and security audits. When the time on a server drifts, the symptoms can look like “random” faults, but the root cause is often simple: the system… Continue reading The role of NTP servers in reliable hosting
When and how to run a domain name audit
A domain name audit is a structured check of everything connected to your domains: ownership, renewals, DNS, security controls, brand protection, and how each domain supports your website, email, and wider online presence. Done well, it reduces the risk of downtime, prevents costly renewal surprises, and helps you spot opportunities to simplify and strengthen your… Continue reading When and how to run a domain name audit