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Don't be fooled by partner logos on vendor websites. Many companies display brands they simply use, not actual partnerships. True partnerships require commitment and provide real value like enhanced support channels and technical backstops when issues arise.
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Florida branding firm BoldWater selects rackAID's managed hosting to power 100+ client websites. The partnership combines BoldWater's marine industry design expertise with rackAID's scalable cloud infrastructure and content delivery solutions.
Web hosting isn't like a Ronco rotisserie—you can't just set it and forget it. Successful websites require constant monitoring, proper tools, and smart outsourcing. Without vigilance, you risk burning your business.
A SpamAssassin bug incorrectly flags 2010 emails as spam by adding 3.2 points to their score. Fix it by running sa-update to download current rules, and consider enabling automatic updates on Plesk servers.
When a Plesk migration stalled due to insufficient IP addresses, adding temporary non-routed IPs solved the problem. Understanding your environment's theory and focusing on end goals helps sysadmins overcome obstacles and keep projects on schedule.
High server uptime isn't always success—it may signal outdated kernels and unpatched vulnerabilities. Regular reboots ensure security updates take effect, file systems stay healthy, and backups remain uncorrupted. Reboot as needed for optimal security.
Optimize your Plesk email service with seven simple configuration tweaks. Learn to limit message sizes, enforce strong passwords, configure SMTP authentication, manage antivirus settings, and implement spam blacklists for better security and performance.
SSH brute force attacks are surging. Secure your server by restricting user access, implementing firewall rules, disabling password authentication, using TCP wrappers, and increasing key strength for robust protection.
SSH brute force attacks are increasing. Protect your server by using strong passwords, disabling SSH Protocol 1, restricting root login, and reducing grace time. These simple hardening measures significantly improve SSH security.
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