7 Things To Not Do When Getting A Website
You nave a small business and want want a website. Or you have a site that’s just not doing the job. Here are 7 things to not do when getting a website. I’m going to talk about building a site yourself, SEO, mobile responsiveness, “free” website services, not over complicating design, security, and maintenance. So […]
The Top 5 Password Managers
Password managers are a must in today’s internet. Here I look at the top ones and evaluate them on security, ease of use, and cost. In summary, a password manager stores your encrypted passwords in a vault that is only accessible by using a master password. The ones we’re going to look at are (in […]
2-Factor Authentication (2FA). Free Simple Protection
When protecting your valuable information, 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a wise choice. Here’s what it is and how to use it. Passwords are only the first step to good Security Every online account we have requires a password. And it can get overwhelming choosing one. That’s why so many people wind up using the same […]
Last Gasp For LastPass?
LastPass has just suffered a major breach, and is passing it off as much of nothing. Let’s dig into the details of what might be LastPass’ last gasp. In my article “A LastPass Primer“, I talked about how the system worked, and why they were my password manager of choice. I’m starting to rethink that […]
A LastPass Primer
Note: Since the recently released statement from LastPass regarding the theft of passwords, I have a new article about that here. Every online account we have requires a password. And it can get overwhelming creating and remembering them. That’s why you need a password manager like LastPass. Let’s face it, passwords are a pain. That’s […]
5 Reasons Every Business Needs A Blog
If you have a business, you need a website. If you have a website, you need a blog. Here are 5 reasons a business needs a blog for their website. What Is a Blog? A blog is a type of page where the owner creates posts. A post can be anything from a simple list […]
18 Features Your Website Should Have (And 3 It Shouldn’t)
So you have a website. Maybe you built it yourself or used an agency. You need to make sure your site has these 18 features, and doesn’t have the 3.
Why Your Web Browsing Isn’t Always Secure, And What You Can Do About It, And It Involves Your DNS
Even though you may think your web browsing is safe from prying eyes, there’s one actor who by default can see every site you go to. That’s where DNS over HTTPS comes in. SSL In a previous post, I talked about what SSL is, and why you need it. But even normal SSL can’t protect […]
What Is SSL And Why Do I Need It?
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is an internet protocol designed to secure transactions on the web and other apps. Here I will attempt to explain what it is, and why you need it on your website. I previously talked about keeping your passwords safe, now I’m talking about keeping your information safe. What is SSL? SSL […]
Renting Has It’s Advantages. Just Not For Websites
When it comes to your home or transportation, renting can be advantageous. But for your website, it’s not a good idea. Here I will explain what website renting is, and tell you why it’s bad for your business. Owning vs. Renting Owning your own home is said to be the American dream. But depending on […]