Most SLAs fail to protect your business because credits don't cover actual losses, uptime guarantees have loopholes that eliminate provider liability, and vague terms confuse response time with resolution time. Always scrutinize the fine print.
Technical Services Archive
April 20, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
2 min read
Learn to delete SSL certificates and manage SSL hosts in cPanel WHM, including how to set up shared SSL certificates for users who don't have their own.
Technical Services Archive
March 18, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
4 min read
Learn how YSlow's image optimization tips can dramatically speed up your website. Discover tools like SmushIt, CSS sprites techniques, proper image scaling, and favicon optimization to reduce load times and server strain.
Technical Services Archive
March 9, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
3 min read
Learn how to configure SMTP Authentication in Windows Vista Mail for more secure email. This step-by-step guide covers account setup, server authentication, and troubleshooting common issues with your mail client.
Technical Services Archive
March 7, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
3 min read
Prevent server disk space issues by managing five common culprits: bloated email inboxes, oversized log files, redundant backups, cancelled account data, and cluttered development files. Proper maintenance ensures faster backups and better security.
Technical Services Archive
March 2, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
3 min read
Learn how to configure SMTP AUTH in Thunderbird for more secure email authentication. This step-by-step guide shows you how to properly set up incoming and outgoing mail servers to send and receive emails safely.
Technical Services Archive
March 1, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
4 min read
Optimize JavaScript placement, externalize files, minify code, and remove duplicates to dramatically improve website loading speed. Simple changes like moving scripts to page bottom can reduce load times by 200ms and increase page views per visitor.
Technical Services Archive
February 17, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
6 min read
Boost website performance with YSlow server optimizations: use expires headers, compress content, avoid empty src attributes, and reduce HTTP requests. These simple tweaks decrease server load and significantly improve page speed.
Technical Services Archive
February 9, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
2 min read
Small businesses can leverage their size in negotiations. Being honest about your company's position often yields better deals than pretending to be bigger. Simply asking for flexible terms can lead to significant savings.
Technical Services Archive
February 8, 2011 Jeff Huckaby
4 min read
YSlow is a free Firefox plugin that identifies website speed problems. Learn how to use this Yahoo-developed tool to boost performance and keep visitors engaged before they abandon your slow-loading site.