Posts by Author J. Mattern
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Will an Overseas Host Hurt Your Site’s Rankings?
by on Jan 8, 2013Leave a comment
Recently I decided to switch Web hosting companies (again — I don’t seem to have much luck with them). I agonized over the decision. One of my concerns at the time was that I’d heard hosting overseas could hurt your … read more
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KnownHost
by on Jan 3, 20131 Comment
Overall RatingFeaturesPriceCustomer ServiceReliabilityUptimeEase of UseAre you looking for your first Web hosting company for your business, or maybe looking to move from an older shared hosting account? Moving to a new host can be a hassle, so you’ll want to … read more
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5 Tips for Comparing Web Hosting Companies
by on Dec 28, 2012Leave a comment
Whether you’re preparing to launch your first website or you’re interested in changing hosts (due to problems or growth greater than your existing plan can handle), it’s important to compare Web hosting companies. Never simply sign up because an offer … read more
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Web Hosting Hub
by on Dec 20, 201230 Comments
Overall RatingFeaturesPriceCustomer ServiceReliabilityUptimeEase of UseWhen comparing shared hosting options, what do you look for? Do you want open access to support whenever you need it? Do you want to be able to host an unlimited number of small sites without … read more
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InMotion Hosting
by on Dec 14, 201212 Comments
Overall RatingFeaturesPriceCustomer ServiceReliabilityUptimeEase of UseWhen it comes to choosing the right Web hosting company, one of the biggest considerations is technical support. You don’t want to be left with your sites offline for hours or even days while you try … read more
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Do You Really Need Private Domain Registrations?
by on Jul 15, 2012Leave a comment
When you register a domain name for your business, your contact information will go into a public directory called a WHOIS database. This is a database of the people or companies that currently control specific domain names. It can be … read more
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5 Reasons to Fear Your Web Hosting Provider
by on May 30, 20122 Comments
Credit: BigStockPhoto.com You know, when I originally planned this post to talk about reasons you might fear your Web hosting company, I meant for it to be a humorous and exaggerated look at misconceptions and occasionally irrational fears newbie webmasters … read more
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Yahoo
by on Jan 17, 2012Leave a comment
Overall RatingFeaturesPriceCustomer ServiceReliabilityUptimeEase of UseYahoo! may be a trusted brand in search and other online services, but did you know they also offer small business Web hosting? While they currently only offer one hosting package, it’s tailored to the needs … read more
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In Defense of “Unlimited” Web Hosting Plans
by on Jan 9, 2012Leave a comment
I’ve seen a lot of downright hatred towards Web hosting companies — especially on forums — which offer “unlimited” Web hosting plans. I think some of that criticism is a bit unfair. And while I know it might make me … read more
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Website Rebranding Challenges: Five Tips
by on Dec 6, 2011Leave a comment
What happens when your website’s brand becomes stale? What if you face and overcome a PR nightmare, but your brand image remains tarnished, making it difficult to fully regain former trust and standing in your industry? What if the scope … read more
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Good Uses for .CO Domain Names
by on Nov 21, 2011Leave a comment
The first round of renewals for .co domain names has come and gone. While we haven’t quite seen the next domain gold rush yet, these domains have gotten a bit of attention. And whether you already have .co domains or … read more
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Is Your Web Hosting Company on Twitter? These Ones Are!
by on Oct 3, 20112 Comments
Whether you’re happy with your existing hosting company or you’re looking for a new host, it’s a good idea to choose one where employees communicate effectively with customers. One way some hosting companies are interacting with customers these days is … read more
