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DNS records explained: how to point your domain without breaking email
A plain-English guide to DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, TXT and NS), how to point your domain at a new host safely,…
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PHP2Shell: critical PHP flaws patched, update your server now
PHP has fixed two critical flaws, CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, that let attackers take over websites without logging in. Here’s what to update.
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WordPress security news: Bricksforge exploited and UpdraftCentral keys stolen
A critical Bricksforge flaw is being exploited, and attackers stole UpdraftCentral keys to backdoor WordPress sites. What to check on your site.
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cPanel and Plesk root flaws: is your hosting server patched?
cPanel (CVE-2026-65643) and Plesk (CVE-2026-67394) both fixed flaws that let a hosting customer gain root. Fixed builds and what to do.
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Why are my emails going to spam? SPF, DKIM and DMARC explained
If your emails keep landing in junk folders, the cause is usually missing SPF, DKIM or DMARC records. Here’s what each one…
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WordPress vs Joomla: which is right for your business website?
WordPress and Joomla can both make an excellent business website. Here’s how they compare on ease of use, features, security, speed and…
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cPanel vs Plesk: which control panel should you choose?
cPanel/WHM and Plesk are the two most popular hosting control panels. Here’s how they compare, from licensing and features to security.