https://forum.konnexu.com/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:00:21 +0000 MyBB https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-46.html Sat, 19 Oct 2024 08:52:51 +0000 Geffers]]> https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-46.html www.aol.com/geffers4321 and at the time that was pretty exciting.

One could have publicly available information up on the web.  I recall using a Netscape suite of programs to create my initial page, great days indeed.  Time moved on and now I don't think internet providers give space, they may sell some hosting service, plus I've found much of the web page creation is done with online tools rather than create the pages on one's own computer then FTP it (is that a real verb?) to the hosting location.

I've dabbled with self hosted pages, mainly for personal usage, video and other file transfer purposes.  I have a domain name that points to my dynamic IP address which is updated if the IP address changes, unfortunately I have recently changed internet providers and the new company use a different system whereby a public IP address is not available.  There are ways round it using reverse proxy but at the moment I cannot quite get my head around it.  Sometimes I do wonder how this all works, we take a lot for granted.

I have also some publicly available pages on a cloud server I use, more for practice usage rather than specific purposes.

All very fascinating.

Geffers]]> www.aol.com/geffers4321 and at the time that was pretty exciting.

One could have publicly available information up on the web.  I recall using a Netscape suite of programs to create my initial page, great days indeed.  Time moved on and now I don't think internet providers give space, they may sell some hosting service, plus I've found much of the web page creation is done with online tools rather than create the pages on one's own computer then FTP it (is that a real verb?) to the hosting location.

I've dabbled with self hosted pages, mainly for personal usage, video and other file transfer purposes.  I have a domain name that points to my dynamic IP address which is updated if the IP address changes, unfortunately I have recently changed internet providers and the new company use a different system whereby a public IP address is not available.  There are ways round it using reverse proxy but at the moment I cannot quite get my head around it.  Sometimes I do wonder how this all works, we take a lot for granted.

I have also some publicly available pages on a cloud server I use, more for practice usage rather than specific purposes.

All very fascinating.

Geffers]]> https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-45.html Sat, 19 Oct 2024 08:33:46 +0000 Geffers]]> https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-45.html
Web site names need to be memorable, or catchy.  konnexu is good use of phonetics (why is phonetics not spelt fonetiks?) so people more likely to remember site name, then with predictive text up it comes on our browsers.

I do often wonder how some web site names have made it in to everyday vocabulary, facebook for example, perhaps initially Zuckerberg imagined it to be a book of faces, who knows, Google?  That has become an everyday verb now.

One of the best I know of is in UK we have diy.com which goes to a major DIY store B&Q - used to be associated with Home Depot, identical store colouring and very similar layout.

It is nice to have a forum of like minded people where one can exchange ideas and ask questions.

Geffers]]>
Web site names need to be memorable, or catchy.  konnexu is good use of phonetics (why is phonetics not spelt fonetiks?) so people more likely to remember site name, then with predictive text up it comes on our browsers.

I do often wonder how some web site names have made it in to everyday vocabulary, facebook for example, perhaps initially Zuckerberg imagined it to be a book of faces, who knows, Google?  That has become an everyday verb now.

One of the best I know of is in UK we have diy.com which goes to a major DIY store B&Q - used to be associated with Home Depot, identical store colouring and very similar layout.

It is nice to have a forum of like minded people where one can exchange ideas and ask questions.

Geffers]]> https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-16.html Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:44:58 +0000 Donna_Kx]]> https://forum.konnexu.com/thread-16.html

1. Limited Resources
   In a shared hosting environment, multiple websites are hosted on a single server. This means the server's resources, such as CPU, RAM, and bandwidth, are shared among all the websites. If one site experiences a spike in traffic or uses excessive resources, the performance of all other sites on the server can be negatively affected.
   
2. Performance Issues
   Because resources are shared, the overall performance of your website can be unpredictable. If neighboring sites are poorly optimized or experience high traffic, your site's loading speed and uptime can suffer, leading to a poor user experience and potentially affecting your search engine rankings.
   
3. Security Risks
   Shared hosting environments can be more vulnerable to security breaches. If one site on the server is compromised, it can potentially expose all other sites to security risks. Additionally, you have limited control over server security measures, relying mostly on the hosting provider's protocols.
   
4. Limited Customization
   Shared hosting plans often come with restrictions on software installations and configurations. This limits your ability to customize the server environment to meet specific needs or to install certain applications. Advanced users might find these limitations frustrating.
   
5. Potential for Downtime
   With many websites relying on a single server, there's a higher risk of downtime. Maintenance issues, server overloads, or hardware failures can lead to longer downtimes, affecting the accessibility of your site.
   
6. IP Blacklisting
   Since all websites share the same IP address, if one site engages in spamming or other malicious activities, the shared IP could get blacklisted. This can affect the email deliverability and reputation of all sites on the server, including yours. Some hosts offer dedicated IP addresses for their shared plans.
   

While shared hosting is an affordable and easy option for getting a website online, it's important to consider these potential pitfalls. For website owners that require higher performance, better security, and more control, upgrading to a VPS (Virtual Private Server) or dedicated hosting plan might be a more suitable solution.

Bryzar Web Services, which I co-own, offers managed, true VPS (each has root access), at budget friendly prices. So you do have options if you want low cost hosting, including bare metal and dedicated at affordable prices.]]>

1. Limited Resources
   In a shared hosting environment, multiple websites are hosted on a single server. This means the server's resources, such as CPU, RAM, and bandwidth, are shared among all the websites. If one site experiences a spike in traffic or uses excessive resources, the performance of all other sites on the server can be negatively affected.
   
2. Performance Issues
   Because resources are shared, the overall performance of your website can be unpredictable. If neighboring sites are poorly optimized or experience high traffic, your site's loading speed and uptime can suffer, leading to a poor user experience and potentially affecting your search engine rankings.
   
3. Security Risks
   Shared hosting environments can be more vulnerable to security breaches. If one site on the server is compromised, it can potentially expose all other sites to security risks. Additionally, you have limited control over server security measures, relying mostly on the hosting provider's protocols.
   
4. Limited Customization
   Shared hosting plans often come with restrictions on software installations and configurations. This limits your ability to customize the server environment to meet specific needs or to install certain applications. Advanced users might find these limitations frustrating.
   
5. Potential for Downtime
   With many websites relying on a single server, there's a higher risk of downtime. Maintenance issues, server overloads, or hardware failures can lead to longer downtimes, affecting the accessibility of your site.
   
6. IP Blacklisting
   Since all websites share the same IP address, if one site engages in spamming or other malicious activities, the shared IP could get blacklisted. This can affect the email deliverability and reputation of all sites on the server, including yours. Some hosts offer dedicated IP addresses for their shared plans.
   

While shared hosting is an affordable and easy option for getting a website online, it's important to consider these potential pitfalls. For website owners that require higher performance, better security, and more control, upgrading to a VPS (Virtual Private Server) or dedicated hosting plan might be a more suitable solution.

Bryzar Web Services, which I co-own, offers managed, true VPS (each has root access), at budget friendly prices. So you do have options if you want low cost hosting, including bare metal and dedicated at affordable prices.]]>