Why Small VPSs Feel Slower Than They Used To
Servers aren’t what they used to be. If you’ve spun up a small VPS (Virtual Private Server) recently and felt underwhelmed by its snappiness, you’re not alone. A basic 1-core CPU with 1…
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Why Your Linux Server “Looks Idle” but “Feels” Slow
Servers can sometimes appear idle yet still perform sluggishly. This scenario is common across web hosting servers, database servers, VPS or cloud instances, or even containerized workloads. In all mainstream Linux distributions, the…
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How to Keep ConfigServer Firewall (CSF) Running After the Shutdown
Update: CSF Project Status (January 2026) – Since the original publication of this article, there have been key developments in how ConfigServer Security & Firewall (CSF) is maintained following the shutdown of Way to…
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How (and Why) to Migrate Your WordPress Site to Pressable
If you’re running WordPress for your own site or client projects, a managed WordPress hosting solution can save you time and stress. Managed hosting takes care of server maintenance, security updates, and technical…
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What is Linux iowait? (Explained With Examples)
iowait (wait, wa, %iowait, wait%, or I/O wait) is often displayed by command-line Linux system monitoring tools such as top, sar, atop, and others. On its own, it’s one of many performance stats that…
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Guide to Optimizing PHP for High Traffic Sites
Note: This article serves as an overview and index, connecting you to previous detailed PHP optimization articles. For comprehensive insights on each topic, please follow the provided links to previous articles under the…
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50 Top Observability and Monitoring Solutions – 2026
“A more targeted list that includes 50 server and observability solutions for 2026” Back in 2014, I compiled a list of top server and application performance monitoring solutions. Sharing that list publicly was a great…
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Free Linux Server Monitoring and APM solutions for SysAdmins
Today’s software applications require developers, testers, and SysAdmins to work together (DevSecOps) more seamlessly than ever before. A single line of code or poorly configured service can negatively impact your application’s performance, causing…
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5 best Drupal hosting providers for speed, security, and scalability
Nov 10, 2025 Leonardus N. Summarize with: Drupal hosting refers to web hosting solutions optimized for websites built with the Drupal content management system (CMS). Designed for developers and businesses that need flexibility,…
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How to create a Black Friday email marketing strategy
Oct 14, 2025 Jordana A. Summarize with: Black Friday email marketing is a focused strategy to promote sales through emails during the year’s biggest shopping event. It’s a planned series of emails designed…
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10 best Black Friday landing page examples
Oct 06, 2025 Jordana A. Summarize with: Black Friday is a major shopping event that takes place the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, usually falling on the fourth Thursday of November….
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How to send emails from your web server with PHPMailer
Sep 23, 2025 Matleena S. Email is essential for websites. It handles everything from password resets to customer inquiries. The PHP mail() function can send simple messages, but it often fails to deliver…
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Is print on demand profitable? (Strategies and business ideas)
Sep 03, 2025 Jordana A. 10min Read Print on demand (POD) is a low-risk business model that can be profitable if planned and scaled smartly. The POD sellers earning consistent income have cracked…
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8 best web hosting for small business websites
Aug 22, 2025 Web hosting is the service that makes your website accessible on the internet. For small businesses, choosing the right hosting provider is critical – it affects your site’s speed, security,…
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Website load time and speed statistics in 2025
Aug 18, 2025 Jordana A. Website load time has a major impact on user engagement, trust, and conversions from the first second, making it particularly crucial in ecommerce. The industry benchmark for load…
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Top software development trends in 2025: AI, security, and what’s next
Aug 11, 2025 Jordana A. As organizations race to deliver software faster and more securely, new tools and practices are reshaping how code is written, tested, and deployed. AI is transforming how teams…
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How to install PHP on Ubuntu with Apache or Nginx
Jul 01, 2025 PHP is a server-side scripting language used to build dynamic websites and web applications. It’s at the core of platforms like WordPress and Laravel, powering millions of sites worldwide. PHP…
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Web application security: What it is and how it works
Jun 23, 2025 Jordana A. Web application security (Web AppSec) is the proactive protection of your web app from threats like data breaches and unauthorized access. It helps catch security gaps developers might…
