ID, please: Why some new customers go through extra checks
Sometimes we ask new customers for a bit more information, or we double-check ID on your way in. It’s annoying, but necessary in a world ...
Domain privacy, or ID Protection: What it is and how to get it
Sometimes, you want to be anonymous. When Domain Privacy is an option, it easily protects your contact information....
cPanel on older Linux distros: Extend your deadline, at a cost
You can literally buy yourself more time to run cPanel on CentOS or CloudLinux 7 before they fall out of support....
Wil Brown on WordPress and its community
Arriving in Sydney in 2012, Wil Brown immediately found his place in the local WordPress community. Today he’s organising meetups and Wor...
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is tested and ready to go on Virtual Servers
A new version of popular Linux distro Ubuntu is available on MyHost servers. It will stay in support for years to come. ...
See you at WordPress Sydney's July meetup
I'll be presenting at WordPress Sydney on 31 July. Come along to hear about speeding up WordPress at every level....
Clean-up time: Trash folder cleanup will auto-delete old files
IMPORTANT UPDATE: From 6 May 2024, files that have been in the trash for more than 30 days will be deleted forever....
Why “Premium” domains cost more
Surprise! Some domains carry special price tags with higher-than-expected numbers on them. Here’s why....
IMAP or POP3: How to choose the right email protocol
When you’re setting up an email client, the best protocol to select mostly comes down to the number of devices you check your email on....
Enhanced Gmail spam filters target bulk email senders
Here's how to avoid spam folders by using SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records....
Platforms and Pricing Power: Shopify’s Plus-Sized Move
A 20% price increase shines a light on the big trade-off involved with Shopify. Is the convenience worth the cost and the lock-in?...
The .au namespace is shrinking
In just four months, 39,000 .au domains have disappeared. What’s going on? And how long will it last?...