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šš Is your business data safe on public networks? In this episode, Charly breaks down the importance of using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt internet traffic and protect sensitive information. Learn why a VPN is essential for remote access and how to choose a reliable business-grade VPN with strong encryption, no-logs policies, and diverse server locations.
Discover actionable steps to implement a VPN solution and ensure employee compliance for optimal protection. Tune in to safeguard your businessās online activities with a robust VPN strategy! š
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Life is busy and there's just so many things to remember. What tools do you use to help you keep on top of ALL the things?
It's easy to react or respond quickly to messages and the like. It's better to do that mindfully. That's why I try to Practice The Pause.
Short answer: Yes ā and hereās why.
In todayās episode, Charly explains why keeping your WordPress core and plugins updated is critical to your websiteās security, performance, and longevity.
ā Youāll learn:
- Why updates often contain vital security patches to protect your site from hackers
- How deprecation updates prevent your site from breaking as WordPress evolves
- Why functionality updates bring new features and improve compatibility
- How to manage updates safely (and why you should always have a backup!)
Charly also recommends trusted tools to make update management easier, including her preferred option from WPMU DEV:
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If youāve been clicking āRemind me laterā on your updates ā this episode is a must-listen!
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Come and join me in playing the Gratitude Game.
Share in the comments below, one thing EACH DAY, that you're grateful for.
It can be as simple as "I'm grateful for being able to move my body" or "I'm grateful to have food to eat".
The idea is to remind ourselves, that no matter how difficult business (or life) gets, we have something to look forward to. I'll start
I'm grateful to have people around me who support me.
Need to keep your WordPress site out of Google search results ā temporarily or permanently? In this quick tech tip, Charly shows you how to prevent indexing using the Site Visibility setting in WordPress.
ā Youāll learn:
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Where to find the āDiscourage search engines from indexing this siteā option
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What this setting does and doesnāt do
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When to use this (e.g. during development, staging, or pre-launch)
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Why this isnāt a foolproof long-term SEO strategy
If you're building or testing your site and want to keep it private from search engines, this episode is a must-hear.
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