As mentioned previously, in order to log in to the Linux server from a Windows device, we will be using a third-party software named PuTTY. If you don’t already have it installed, you can download the application here. Step 1: Open PuTTY Terminal client. You will be greeted with the following window:   Step 2: Enter your connection…

Transferring files between computers can seem daunting, especially when they are not on the same local network. However, with the advent of remote desktop technologies, this task has become simpler and more efficient. “How to Transfer Files Using Remote Desktop” serves as a straightforward guide to moving documents, images, and other files between a local…

Well, before figuring out how an SSL affects your website, this is how web browsers display a website if it doesn’t have an SSL certification. The first thing you will notice is ‘not secure’ in the address bar, which might make visitors want to leave the site. So it’s highly recommended to have an SSL certification because…

You’ll need to copy a website in different situations to ensure any changes are made and tested on the staging environment before they are pushed live. This is particularly helpful for web agencies that run several websites across multiple WordPress hosting providers. Whenever an issue arises, they can create a copy of the client’s website,…

If you’re looking for extra features, head to the Appearance tab in your dash and click Widgets from the drop-down menu. The widget menu includes the designated areas on your WordPress site where you can place widgets. Clicking on the widget titles prompts WordPress to let you know which sidebars they fit into. Your WordPress theme defines…

Posts typically appear in a blog and contain general news or informational updates keeping your site fresh with new content. Many business websites have a blog alongside their main pages since they offer more creative license and let you connect further with your target audience. A restauranteur, for example, might use blog posts for featured…

Use WordPress pages for static content or information, the kind which includes content that doesn’t change frequently. These can include your About Us page or any product pages. Locate the Pages menu available in the WordPress dashboard and select the Add new button. Give your page a logical title for quick reference, name the About us page…

Custom menus are a list of links displayed to direct visitors to select pages on your site. Your website will have a primary navigation menu to switch between main pages. You may also wish to organize your footer pages and social links with similar navigation style menus. Once you’ve published a page or a post…

Each site has different needs. Is it a blog for a retail location, or a service company? Is it intended as a professional website or will it serve as an ongoing publication? Think about the services you are offering and what will appear on your site. A well conceived layout, when combined with proper categorization,…

To get the best out of what software has to offer it’s important to make sure you’re using the most up to date version of WordPress. Many of the WordPress sites that get hacked have not updated to the latest version. It’s not only beneficial to the security of your site; the newest software will…