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Please explain the Basics of Web Hosting

This is aimed at the ‘newbie’ and will try and simplify the basics of website hosting. Often people starting out on the journey of taking their business online are inundated with terminology and expressions that are foreign to them. Added to this there seems to be a lack of courage to actually ask questions, usually as everyone else around them seems to be ‘in the know’. Access to the internet and website hosting are supplied by an authorised Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ISP provides the gateway for your pc, or mobile device, to access the worldwide web (WWW) via a variety of methods that can ‘dial in’ to an exchange that provides access to data. NOTE: Always use an ISP that is registered with the ISPA (In […]

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How Do I Know What Is The Best Hosting Option For My Website?

Your best hosting option will be determined by the provider that you host with and the features available in the website hosting packages that they offer, especial regarding, stability, security and speed. Any reputable hosting provider should be guaranteeing a minimum of 99.9% uptime, their packages should be including automatic updates, free SSLs and multiple security features, as well as a stable server foundation that has been optimised toward security and speed, whilst their features should indicate the resources available e.g. the amount of disk-space, MySQL Databases, email addresses and domains that the package offers.. How to Assess the Best Hosting Option for Your WebsiteAdditional Information:Determining FactorsDi […]

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If I Register A Domain Name With Domains.co.za Must I Have My Hosting With You As Well?

When you register a domain name with any hosting provider, you are not required to host your website with them. Domain Registration and Web Hosting are separate services, allowing you to select different providers for each. Why You Can Host Your Domain & Website with Different Companies Additional Information Register a Domain vs. Web Hosting Services Why You Should Choose Domains.co.za for Domain Name Registration & Website Hosting  Why You Can Host Your Domain & Website with Different Companies  When you register a domain and choose a web hosting service, each comes with its own set of options and providers. Purchasing a domain gives you the right to use a specific website address.  This allows you to point y […]

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How Do I Know If My Website Needs Windows Or Linux Hosting?

Selecting the right Web Hosting platform is an important decision for website owners, with Windows or Linux hosting operating systems often coming up as the best option. Understanding the difference between these operating systems and seeing which of the two best aligns with your website’s needs is vital to ensure optimal performance and functionality.  This guide will cover the main factors to consider when deciding whether to use Windows or Linux-based hosting, from compatibility and technologies to cost considerations and performance.  Understanding Windows or Linux Hosting Windows Hosting Linux Hosting Choosing Between Windows or Linux HostingTechnology and FrameworksServer-Specific SoftwareIntegrations and T […]

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How to View your Website Stats in cPanel

This demo assumes you’ve already logged in to cPanel Now let’s learn how to view our website stats 1. Click the Webalizer icon under the Logs section 2. Then click the View icon This is the main Webalizer page, from where you can access visitor stats broken down e.g. Summary per Month. … and within that month you can, for example, view the Hourly Stats Instead of using Webalizer, you can view the Analog Stats (click the icon under Logs section) 3. Analog stats displays per month – click on a month to view its stats. From the General Summary page you can view usage stats in multiple ways. Another option is to download the Raw Access Logs (click the icon under Logs section) Downloading these logs will allow you to analyze t […]

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Configuring your Website in CuteFTP

This tutorial assumes you already have CuteFTP running on your computer, but have not connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to configure your website in CuteFTP, select the Site Manager. 1. Right click General FTP Sites. 2. Hover over New. 3. Click Folder. You can create a folder to save your particular websites’ logins. This is useful, for example, when you want to keep work and personal websites separate. 4. Enter a name for the New Folder. 5. Now let’s configure a new site inside this new folder. Right click the demosites folder name. 6. Hover over New and click FTP site. 7. Enter a Name or Label for this new site (this is for your reference only) 8. Enter the Host address. If your domain name has not […]

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Managing Files in Leap FTP

This tutorial assumes you already have Leap FTP running on your computer and are connected to a remote server. Now let’s learn how to manage files and folders in Leap FTP. 1. Right click anywhere in the remote server window. 2. Click Make Directory. 3. Enter a Name for the new folder here. Unlike other FTP managers, Leap FTP takes you into the new folder directly when you create one. Let’s navigate out of it by clicking this icon. That’s it! The new folder has been created and can be seen here. 4. Now let’s Rename the folder – right click the folder. 5. Click Rename.6. Enter the New Name of the folder. The folder has been renamed. 7. Now let’s Delete the folder – right click the folder name – click Delete. That’s it! The f […]

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