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by: Hostwinds Team / January 19, 2024
The URL, or Uniform Resource Locator, is a web address that browsers use to locate a specific resource on the internet. It is one of the myriad foundational elements that bring order to what could be a chaotic internet. But have you ever stopped to think about what makes the...
by: Hostwinds Team / January 11, 2024
Whether it's looking for a new hosting provider, or moving from a shared server to a more secure VPS, the motivations behind a website migration are generally rooted in one's desire to move to something better that will take their site to the next level. Whatever the case...
by: / January 6, 2024
What is 304 Not Modified Response? The HTTP 304 Not Modified status code is a redirection code indicating that the requested resource has not been altered since the last request. In simple terms, the server is telling the browser that the page/resource it's requesting has...
by: Hostwinds Team / December 26, 2023
What Are Web Servers? Web servers are computer systems that host and deliver website content over the internet via web browsers. Every web server is comprised of two main components: Hardware: The web server hardware is the physical computer - CPU, RAM and SSDs or hard...
by: Hostwinds Team / December 15, 2023
What is an ISO File? An ISO file, also known as ISO image and short for ISO9660, is a disc image format that contains the entire file structure of an optical disc, such as a CD or DVD. This includes the file system, boot sector, and all files and folders present on the...
by: Hostwinds Team / December 5, 2023
Hot linking, also known as inline linking or leeching, is a seemingly convenient method of sharing content. However, it comes with a host of challenges that can impact a website's performance, incur additional costs, and raise legal and ethical concerns. How Hotlinking Works...
by: Hostwinds Team / November 28, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of web browsing, the unsung hero known as browser cache silently transforms the user experience. Today's blog post aims to discuss browser cache—what it is, how it works, its role in enhancing website performance, the potential stumbling blocks...
by: Hostwinds Team / November 22, 2023
URL masking, a technique used to make links appear more user-friendly or to achieve specific marketing goals, has become increasingly popular over the years. While a generally accepted practice, masking URLs can come with potential risks. Today we'll explore these risks as...