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Domains Blog - Header Text - The October 2026 Cyber Attacks Explained: What Happened and How
04Nov

Recent Cyber-attacks: What PHP2Shell and AI-Found Flaws Mean for Your Website

TL;DR Recent cyber-attacks in October 2026 brought multiple serious incidents, most notably PHP2Shell: two critical flaws in the PHP programming language that attackers actively exploited. AI is helping find vulnerabilities quicker, but attackers can weaponise them faster than they can be fixed. Make sure your site runs a current, patched PHP version, keep your plugins updated, and regularly test backups. KEY TAKEAWAYS PHP2Shell (CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619) lets attackers execute code on unpatched servers without logging in. Fixes are available in PHP 8.2.35, 8.3.36, 8.4.27, and 8.5.12. The US cybersecurity agency CISA confirmed active exploitation on 26 October 2026. Attackers attempted exploitation before the flaw […]

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Header Text - DV Vs OV SSL At a Glance
02Nov

DV vs OV SSL: Which Does Your Business Website Need?

TL; DR: DV and OV SSL Certificates encrypt your website equally well. The difference is what the certificate authority checks. DV only confirms you control the domain, while OV also verifies that your business is a registered organisation and adds its name to the certificate details. DV suits most business websites; OV suits sites where clients, partners or policies require verified identity. KEY TAKEAWAYS Encryption is the same with DV and OV SSL certificates; only the identity check differs. Visitors see the same padlock for DV and OV. The organisation name only appears if someone opens the certificate details. DV is issued in minutes and can renew automatically. OV takes longer, and your organisation details must be re-ch […]

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Header Text: Managed cPanel vs Self-Managed VPS Hosting: The Differences Explained
22Oct

Managed cPanel vs Self-Managed VPS Hosting

TL;DR Managed cPanel Hosting gives you a dedicated virtual server where your host handles the operating system, security, updates, backups, and monitoring, while you manage websites through cPanel and WHM. A self-managed VPS costs less and gives you full root access for customisation, but you’re responsible for everything except the infrastructure and network. KEY TAKEAWAYS The difference between managed vs unmanaged VPS hosting isn’t the hardware; it’s who handles server administration. On a self-managed VPS, the host runs the infrastructure, network, and power; you’re responsible for the operating system, security, firewall, software, data, and monitoring. Adding cPanel to a self-managed VPS gives you the control panel, no […]

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Header Text - How To Protect Your .CO.ZA From Domain Hijacking
21Oct

Domain Hijacking: How It Happens And How To Protect Your .CO.ZA Domain

TL;DR: Domain hijacking happens when someone takes control of your domain name without permission, usually by getting into your registrar account through a stolen password, a hijacked contact email address or a fake support request. Prevent it by protecting that account with two-factor authentication (2FA), keeping the contact email on an address you control, turning on the transfer lock and auto-renewal, and checking your details regularly. RELATED: Domains.co.za Launches Complete Domain Protection Package To Safeguard And Boost Domain Performance KEY TAKEAWAYS Most domain hijacks occur through the registrar account. It is not a technical attack on the domain itself. The email address on your domain account is a master key: […]

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Header Text: Learn What Self-Hosting n8n for Your Business Involves and Costs
20Oct

Is Self-Hosting n8n Right For Your Business?

TL;DR: Self-hosting n8nis right for your business if you have someone who can manage a Linux server, your workflows run often enough for cloud execution costs to add up, or you need more control over where data is stored and processed. If no one can manage updates, security, and backups, n8n Cloud is usually the better place to start. KEY TAKEAWAYS The n8n Community Edition is free to self-host, but you pay for the server and the time it takes to run it. n8n itself recommends self-hosting only for people experienced with servers; mistakes can cause data loss, security issues, and downtime. Self-hosting removes execution allowances, which matters because n8n Cloud plans are priced by monthly workflow executions. A South Afric […]

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Header Text: Migrate Your Business Email Without Downtime
19Oct

How To Migrate Business Email Without Downtime

TL;DR: To migrate business email without downtime, create identical mailboxes on the new host first, copy your existing mail across and lower your DNS TTL a few days ahead of time. Once ready, switch your MX records once, keep the old host active while DNS updates, and run a final sync to catch any late messages. KEY TAKEAWAYS Keep your old email hosting running until the MX change has fully propagated, and your final sync is done. Google allows up to 72 hours for MX changes to reflect. Lower the TTL on your MX records several days before the switch, so the new records take effect quickly once you make the change. Changing your MX records is the moment when the real changeover happens. Everything prior is preparation, and af […]

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Header Text: What a .co.za Really Costs, Year After Year.
07Oct

The Real Cost Of A .CO.ZA Domain Is The Renewal, Not The First-Year Price

TL;DR Compare annual renewal fees, security features, support and transfer costs before choosing a registrar, because the real cost of a .CO.ZA domain goes beyond the first-year registration price. At Domains.co.za, a .CO.ZA domain costs R99* to register and R119* to renew annually, including VAT (prices subject to change). Register a domain, enable auto-renewal, and understand the expiry and recovery rules to protect your website, email and brand. A .CO.ZA is a good choice for businesses targeting South African customers, while a .COM may suit international markets. * Ts & Cs apply. New domain registration only. No premium domains. KEY TAKEAWAYS A .CO.ZA domain is the same registry product wherever you buy it. Compare the r […]

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Header Text: Looking at Self-Hosted n8n vs n8n Cloud: The Differences Explained
18Sep

Self-Hosted n8n vs n8n Cloud: Which Option Is Right For Your Needs?

TL;DR Choosing between self-hosted n8n and n8n Cloud comes down to how much control and responsibility you want. Cloud is easier to set up and manage, making it ideal for beginners and smaller teams. Self-hosted n8n offers greater control over your data, server resources and costs as your automation needs grow. With Domains.co.za Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting , you get pre-installed n8n on local South African infrastructure, unlimited workflows, scalable resources and full data control, without having to configure everything from scratch. KEY TAKEAWAYS Self-hosted n8n means the platform is installed and runs automations on your own infrastructure. n8n Cloud is the fully managed version of n8n for those who want automation with […]

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Main banner text: Highlight your expertise with a .GURU, .PRO, .EXPERT or .NINJA
17Sep

4 Innovative Top-Level Domain Name (TLD) Extensions To Highlight Your Brand’s Expertise

TL;DR Discover four domain extensions that can help highlight your expertise, from the knowledge-led .GURU to the professional .PRO, specialist .EXPERT and personality-driven .NINJA. All four are currently on promotion until 31 December 2026. KEY TAKEAWAYS A more descriptive domain name extension can help make your domain more memorable and reinforce what your brand does. .GURU, .PRO, .EXPERT and .NINJA can all help communicate knowledge, skill or professional expertise. .GURU is a natural fit for people who teach, advise, guide or share specialist knowledge. .PRO gives your brand a polished, professional feel and works particularly well for service-based businesses and freelancers. .EXPERT puts your specialist knowledge fro […]

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