Hosting service guides
Practical guides to website hosting, WordPress, Windows servers and internet radio.
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02How to choose a paid WordPress theme
Choose a paid theme by project fit, maintenance and licensing rather than effects or price alone.
03Fix a WordPress database connection error
Check connection details and database availability, and retain a backup before edits or repair.
04Migrate a Joomla website to WordPress
Plan a Joomla-to-WordPress migration and validate content, media and URLs before launch.
05Why your business needs a website: 8 benefits and a starting plan
Explore eight benefits of a business website, the pages and features to prepare, and a practical plan for getting started.
06Add SoundCloud audio to a website
Embed a SoundCloud player and distinguish current embedding from an older plugin interface.
07WordPress image compression plugins
Compare image optimisation tools while checking quality, originals and current plan limits.
08Website value calculators: how to interpret estimates
Understand website value estimates and verify actual traffic and revenue before making decisions.
09Connect to a Windows server with Remote Desktop
Connect to your own Windows server using the correct address, account and access settings.
10Change a Windows Server 2016 password
Change your account password inside a remote Windows session and check policy and dependent credentials.
11Free and paid SSL certificates: what changes?
Separate encryption, identity validation, support and renewal when comparing free and paid certificates.
12How to compare international and local hosting companies
Compare support, cost, resources and server location rather than judging a provider by nationality.