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Securing Your Website on a Shared Hosting Plan Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  June 20, 2023


When it comes to hosting your website, shared web hosting is a popular and cost-effective option. However, it also comes with unique security risks that need to be addressed. In this article, we'll explain how to secure your website on a shared web hosting plan....


How Web Hosting Impacts SEO Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  June 14, 2023


SEO plays a crucial role in determining the visibility of your website amidst the staggering 8.5 billion daily searches on Google. Naturally, you'll focus on capturing a specific subset of those searches. However, keep in mind that your competitors are vying for the same...


How to Secure Your VPS Hosting Environment Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  June 6, 2023


Securing your VPS hosting is paramount to protect your data and maintain the integrity of your server as well as its residing sites and applications. Monitoring and staying up to date on best practices should be an ongoing priority as neglecting security measures can leave...


What is a DDoS Attack? Risks, Prevention, Mitigation Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  May 31, 2023


In today's digital age, websites have become critical components of businesses, serving as their online presence and often driving revenue. However, websites are also vulnerable to various cyber threats, including Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, which can have...


Understanding Bandwidth and Disk Space in Web Hosting Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  May 24, 2023


When it comes to web hosting, two terms that are often mentioned are bandwidth and disk space. While they may seem technical, they are important to understand as they can greatly impact the performance of your website. In this article, we will take a closer look at what...


Linux vs Windows: Which is Best for VPS Hosting? Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  May 16, 2023


The right operating system is an important component for running website or applications on a VPS server, as it can affect performance, security, and compatibility of your hosting environment. When it comes to deciding which operating system (OS) to run your server (s) with,...


Object Storage vs Block Storage Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  May 9, 2023


Hosting providers need to provide reliable and scalable storage solutions that can accommodate the diverse storage needs of their clients. Object storage and block storage are two of the most popular storage options available. While object storage is a newer technology that...


VPS Hosting: A Shopper's Guide Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  April 11, 2023


In the intricate world of web hosting, making the right choice can be pivotal for your website's success. It's akin to laying a solid foundation for a house – the decision shapes your site's performance, scalability, and overall user experience. Among the myriad hosting...