Author: Robin Labadie (LRob)
The cloud doesn't exist: pitfalls and dangers of the proprietary cloud and open-source alternatives
The word "cloud" has lost its meaning. Worse, it's often synonymous with a proprietary solution that locks you in. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Why choose a WordPress hosting specialist?
As the owner of one or more WordPress sites, you should know how practical, high-performance, reliable and secure web hosting can revolutionize your approach. You really have no idea how much you can revolutionize your WordPress management. Revolutionize your management with the WordPress Toolkit Whether you're an expert or not, [...]
Cybersecurity - Why do a WordPress security audit?
WordPress: a popular but vulnerable CMS WordPress is without doubt the most widely used CMS in the world. Its popularity makes it a prime target for hackers. Owning a WordPress site therefore requires constant vigilance when it comes to security. But why is it so important to have a WordPress site security audit [...].
Web greenwashing: How can you be truly green?
Everyone's trying their hand at eco-responsible sites. While this won't save the planet, it does help to raise awareness. It's a step in the right direction. But the aim is to maximize efforts. And if optimizing sites from the visitor's point of view ("customer" side) is [...]
Is freelance web design a job for the hyperactive?
Don't you have to be a little crazy and hyperactive to do freelance web work? đ€Żđ€Ż No typical week and new challenges all the time! đ± It seems to me that the plurality of tasks and constant adaptation can't suit everyone... In freelancing what's more, we add [...]
Optimize the management of your WordPress sites: 10 Practical Tips
Are you wasting time maintaining your WordPress sites? đ„” Here are 10 key points for managing hundreds of them hyper-efficiently! đđ 1. Centralize your sites Group your sites together on just one or a few servers, but make sure that each site remains isolated at system level to remain secure. This will [...]
DNS essentials - In 2 minutes
Every web player needs to master these points! By mastering DNS, you'll be FREE with your websites and domain names! đ Learn the essentials in 2 intense, effective minutes instead of a boring 3-hour course. đ€Ż What is the DNS system? đ The Domain Name System is [...]
I had an internal OVH bug corrected on .fr domains
Recently, I discovered a new problem at OVH: anyone who had registered a .fr domain name with OVH was affected by a new limitation. Here's the story of a 2-week journey that, for once, ended in success. Article taken from this LinkedIn post. The problem Technically â¶ïž OVH was blocking [...]
I fixed a Linux kernel bug!
Literally billions of devices will benefit! đ„č âWhat is the kernel? It's the most primordial code: in a nutshell, it enables the operating system to talk to the components of a device, and handles the most basic functions such as reading/writing data to disk, executing programs, and so on. âčïž [...]
Is your company locked into the Google or Microsoft Clouds?
Do you know where your data is physically located? In which datacenter? Who has access to it? If just one of these answers is "no", it's more serious than you might think. Take control in 3 steps. 1 - Become aware of the problem Using a Google or Microsoft service can be [...].
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[TUTO] Backing up Plesk hosting on your home NAS
Data loss can have disastrous consequences. That's why it's essential for any company or individual to control and secure their data. And there's nothing better than backing them up on your own premises. Plesk, LRob's web hosting management panel, offers robust solutions for automating [...].
Hosting in Germany with Hetzner: Eco-responsibility, Interconnection and Privacy
In the world of web hosting, ecological and privacy concerns are paramount. Certain preconceived ideas can hinder the choice of a web hosting provider, particularly in Germany. This article aims to dispel these prejudices, highlighting the excellence of Hetzner, my German hosting partner, in terms of eco-responsibility, interconnection and confidentiality. Eco-responsibility: Beyond the [...]
Why does WordPress dominate the web?
When a product stands out from the crowd to the point where it blows away the competition, like WordPress, it's often due to a marketing strike force, and sometimes by luck. But WordPress is far from having stolen its place, and here's why. Open-source The open-source nature of WordPress has worked in its favor. The project has won over the community, and as [...]
New year, new era: Welcome to Portail LRob! đ
The new year brings with it its share of renewal, and I'm delighted to announce an innovation that will revolutionize your experience with us: the launch of the LRob Portal. This platform is your new point of contact for simplified and efficient management of all your subscription and support needs. Ordering made easy Subscribing [...]
Emails: 6 preventive tips to never receive spam
Who wants to spend their days sorting through hundreds of spam e-mails? Not you? Then here are 6 ways to protect yourself from this waste of time. It's been 5 years since I put all these tips [...].
Your WordPress site is vulnerable
Many wonder how WordPress can be vulnerable to attack despite its popularity and following. Others are completely unaware of the risk. Analysis. What is a vulnerability? WordPress is programmed with the PHP language, and PHP code is used to create "dynamic" sites. In other words, content is generated on each page by a PHP program. [...]
How can I check if my WordPress site has been hacked? Warning signs to be aware of
It's sometimes hard to tell the difference between a malfunction and a hack. But there are signs that your site may have been hacked. Today, let's take a look at the 8 most common signs to spot a hack on your WordPress site. â Warning: if in doubt, it's best not to connect to [...]
WordPress site attacks: Why and how do hackers operate?
Let's put ourselves in the shoes of hackers attacking WordPress sites, and understand how they think and operate, so we can better protect ourselves. The hacker's goal Hackers are generally motivated by money. While their attacks are often stupid and nasty, we mustn't underestimate them, as some are quite clever. More marginally, we can also observe [...]
