Servers Log4j vulnerability: everything you need to know If you stay up to date with technology news, you’re likely aware of a critical vulnerability reported in Log4j, a highly popular logging tool used by a large part... read more
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Business Exciting news: we’re upgrading your webmail Fulfilling online orders? Networking with clients? Conversing with colleagues? Whatever you use your emails for, it’s safe to say they’re an important part of day-to-day life. And we... read more
Business The importance of a professional email address It’s very important nowadays to have a professional sounding email address, even if it’s just for your own personal use. Of course, we all know that hasn’t... read more
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Marketing your brand The beginner’s guide on how to do keyword research You might have heard of the term ‘keyword research’, but what exactly does it mean? In this guide, we’ve looked at what keyword research actually is and how it... read more
Business Revealed: Brits waste £33.5 million a year on unwanted parcels When all non-essential stores closed their doors during lockdown, Brits became pros at online shopping. Retailers started pushing their online presence and we lapped it up – we could order items... read more
Security How to identify and report spam emails We've previously covered how to reduce the amount of spam emails that you receive [https://www.fasthosts.co.uk/blog/how-to-stop-spam-emails-6-methods/], but spammers are becoming sneakier and are... read more
Websites Website Builder: The easy way to create an online store With the internet becoming a vital sales channel for any retail business, having a shop on your website is a no-brainer. But how do you create an online store? There’... read more
Websites Building a website: our top 5 web hosting tips According to Google search data, an astonishing 6,600 Brits search for the term ‘web hosting’ each month. Setting up an engaging site is clearly something a lot of people... read more
Security Security threats never stay still – here’s how you can keep up Much like residential security, cybersecurity needs to evolve and adapt— the larger the house, the more security measures are required to put off intruders. A two-bed terrace might only need... read more
Websites WordPress themes: the ultimate beginner’s guide When it comes to websites, WordPress is undeniably one of the world’s most popular platforms. A content management system, it’s designed so that anyone and everyone can build... read more
Websites 17 essential WordPress plugins for your website An already powerful website building platform, WordPress comes packed with tools to help you create a high-performing, professional website. And adding WordPress plugins into the mix, you can add even... read more
