• Default Linux Configuration for Servers

    Welcome to your new VPS or Dedicated Server. Please find below some default network configurations applied to your Server during the deployment process. We have also included some security tips to help you secure access to your Server. Default network configuration Your server is configured with at least one public…

  • Google Blacklisting

    What is Google Blacklisting? When search engines remove a website from their index. If a website is blacklisted by Google, it loses about 95% of its organic traffic.  Types Of Google Blacklisting   Google Malware Blacklisting   Examples of warnings below that will be reflected in your browser:  ·   …

  • Linux Hosting or Windows Hosting?

    This article provides you with information regarding the differences between choosing Linux or Windows Hosting.         In order to decide whether to go for Linux or Microsoft hosting you will have to identify what your website requirements are. If you need to support Microsoft products such as…

  • What is my SNI Hostname ?

    This article provides you with information on how to find your SNI hostname. SNI stands for Server Name Indication and is an extension of the TLS protocol. It indicates which hostname is being contacted by the browser at the beginning of the handshake process. This technology allows a server to…

  • My sites don’t work with newer versions of PHP, what can I do?

    This article provides you with information on how to go about making your site work with newer versions of PHP. Many popular website platforms use PHP for rendering their content. It’s common for these sites to have automatic update tools to ensure that they work with the latest version of…

  • Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add your Essential Backup Service

    This article provides you with a step-by-step guideline on how to add an essential backup service via your 1-grid Customer Zone. What is 1-grid Essential Backup Service?   1-grid’s Essential Backup service is like an insurance for your website. With daily automated website and database backups, you can have peace…

  • Email Security: I received an email asking for my password

    Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a novice user, this guide equips you with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving landscape of email security. Stay informed, enhance your awareness, and fortify your email defense strategies by delving into the valuable information shared within these pages. Safeguard your communication channels…

  • Email Security: Spam Prevention

    This article provides you  with information regarding spam prevention. Spam is an ongoing issue that costs business and individuals billions of dollars worth of lost time and resources. Spam includes unsolicited commercial email (UCE) and other unwanted bulk emails. In this article, we cover: How do I prevent spam? How…

  • Windows Plesk Interface Explained

    Overview Plesk is a powerful web hosting control panel that manages websites, emails, and databases on Windows and Linux servers. This guide focuses on the Windows version of the Plesk interface, explaining its layout, key features, and how to perform everyday tasks. This article covers: ● Main interface layout ●…