WordPress powers over 43% of all websites on the Internet, and with good reason. It’s flexible, affordable, open-source, and highly customizable, making it the go-to content management system (CMS) for everyone from first-time bloggers to enterprise e-commerce brands. But to get the most out of WordPress, you need the right foundation, and that’s where WordPress […]
The Internet has been evolving in waves. First came Web1: static pages and limited interaction. Then, Web2 transformed the experience into today’s dynamic, user-driven web. Now, the next wave is taking shape: Web3, built on decentralization, transparency, and individual ownership. Web3 introduces new ways of managing identity, assets, and presence online—using blockchain to keep records […]
When you visit a website, one way to tell it’s secure is by checking for a TLS/SSL certificate. These certificates do two important things: they verify the website’s identity, and they encrypt any data exchanged between your browser and the site—both the information you send (like passwords or credit card numbers) and the information it […]
You’ve seen them everywhere— .com, .org, and .net. These domain extensions—also called top-level domains (TLDs)— are more than just web addresses; they’ve shaped how we navigate the Internet. Whether you’re naming your next project or advising clients, knowing which extensions dominate the web is a valuable edge. The most familiar TLDs While there are thousands […]
Did you know that even if you wanted to register example.com, you can’t? No one can. This isn’t a system bug—it’s the registry enforcing rules that intentionally block certain domains from being registered. These are called reserved domains. When you search for a domain, the registrar (e.g., OpenSRS) queries the registry (e.g., Verisign for .com) […]
The ICANN83 meeting in Prague, Czechia, brought the Community together for four days of policy-focused sessions. Contrasted with other ICANN meetings, which include a Public Forum, Annual General Meeting for the Board, and other more business-oriented sessions, the Policy forum centers on current policy and implementation work, so it’s usually the most jam-packed for the […]
“Whois” can be difficult to define as it is both a protocol and a broader system of services and databases that provide responses to queries about domain name registrations. By performing a Whois search for a domain, you can find its basic information, including when it was registered, which registrar it’s registered with, and often, […]
Our earlier guide explored DNS and why proper management is essential. Now, we’re taking it a step further by looking at Premium DNS. Premium DNS is a paid upgrade to basic DNS services that typically includes enhanced infrastructure, faster response times, and stronger security—though the exact features may vary by provider. When you visit a […]
ICANN82 was hosted in Seattle, which is lovely in mid-March. The crisp Pacific Northwest coast offers beautiful views and Seattle has a whole “underground city”—it’s well worth a visit. ICANN’s new CEO Kurtis Lindqvist participated throughout the week-long meeting. With his technical background and pragmatic approach, Kurtis offers more than 30 years of experience (and […]
Every marketing agency wants to maximize profitability. While the equation itself is pretty straightforward—revenue minus expenses equals total profits, real growth can be a big challenge, especially with increasing competition, operating costs, and fluctuating client demands. Rising to this challenge requires multiple strategic approaches to increase revenue while keeping costs in check. This means making […]
