Meltdown and Spectre are critical security vulnerabilities that exploit flaws in the design of computer processors to expose sensitive data. Most processors are vulnerable, including Intel, ARM, and AMD processors. The Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities affect the entire technology industry. Microsoft and the teams behind the industry standard Linux distributions have released patches that mitigate […]
We live in a dangerous world. All of our personal data is intertwined in technology. All it takes is a simple mistake for a hacker to steal your identity and compromise many aspects of your life. If you host any content on the Internet, you should pay close attention to DDoS attacks.
Each month, many businesses spend thousands of dollars hosting servers in their own office. This includes things like buying servers, replacing components, power / cooling costs, and having staff onsite to intervene during an outage. That’s money that could be better spent elsewhere. Think of what else you could do with that capital. More resources […]
If you value your privacy but you don’t use a dedicated VPN when you are connected to the internet, your private information isn’t as private as you might think. You may already know that your browsing data is being sold to advertisers. But part of that data also includes geolocation details, browsing history, and potentially […]
Running your own business server is a great way to gain full control of your hosted applications. Despite its many advantages, many businesses are scared away from doing so because of how expensive it sounds. If your business is looking to save costs on servers, there is no better choice than to consider Linux for your […]
If you’re a website owner looking into server options and you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, don’t worry, you’re not alone. A big part of the problem comes down to unique requirements. Small companies and large brands have distinctly different requirements for their websites. Your first step in choosing a server for your website, then, is […]
Linux vs. Windows Server? — A question that has been debated endlessly by system administrators and server hosting clients since the dawn of the web. We’re clear where we stand: for most purposes, Linux is the right choice. Windows Server is a secure, flexible, and powerful server operating system, but our heart is with Linux. […]
Traditionally, business owners have preferred to hire employees to do work for their company in-house. That way, they can oversee the process to ensure the quality of the work is up to par. But business owners aren’t experts at everything. They don’t always know the severity of a problem when it arises and rarely do […]
I think you’ll agree that over the past several years, virtual private servers, or VPS hosting has exploded in the hosting industry. As virtualization costs lower and performance increases, this will only continue. Why does this matter? You may be on the hunt for the perfect hosting solution for your project. Today, we’re going to […]
Canada’s advanced network infrastructure, world-class data centers, low-cost green energy, and strict privacy laws make it an attractive data storage venue for US, European, and Canadian businesses.
