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SpamAssassin Email Filter: How to Enable or Disable in cPanel
What Is SpamAssassin? SpamAssassin Email Filter is a great industry standard spam-fighting tool that’s a free service on most hosting accounts. We recommend activating it when you create an account or log in for the first time. You only have to enable it once, which will work for all your email accounts. This is entirely…
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How to Reduce or Eliminate Spam Emails Using a Spam Filter
Spam emails are unsolicited messages that often carry harmful links or attachments that can compromise your computer’s security. They may spread malware, steal personal data, and clutter your inbox, making it harder to manage essential communications. While wanting to stop or eliminate spam emails is not possible, there are several steps you can take to reduce…
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MySQL Variable Types
MySQL, a popular relational database management system, uses various data types to define the kind of value a column can hold. Understanding MySQL variable types is critical for effective database design and data storage optimization. In a MySQL database, there are three (3) main data types: text, numbers, and dates/times. When you design your database,…
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How to Install SSL Certificate on Addon or Parked Domains
Securing your website has never been more important, especially when managing addon or parked domains. An SSL certificate protects sensitive data, enhances your site’s credibility, and boosts SEO rankings. This guide will show you how to easily purchase and install an SSL certificate on addon or parked domains. Why SSL Matters for Addon Domains SSL certificates are…
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Accessing WebDisk and WebDav
Note: The same goal can be accomplished using FTP via Windows Explorer. Access Web Disk Once the web disk is set up, you will be able to drag and drop files from your local drive to your website. Windows Vista Workaround If you are running Windows Vista on your desktop, you may need to download a patch…
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What is a TXT Record
A TXT Record (Text Record) is a DNS record, used for email verification and authentication, such as protecting emails from spam and verifying domain ownership when you send email from your domain name. It was originally used for human-readable text. This domain verification TXT record is used for several purposes, such as email verification, to…
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How to Change PHP Versions on VPS and Dedicated Servers
Managing your website’s performance and ensuring compatibility with the latest PHP versions is crucial for its smooth operation. If you’re a Bluehost VPS or Dedicated Hosting user, this guide will show you how to easily change PHP versions on VPS and Dedicated servers and configure essential settings using EasyApache 4 and Web Host Manager (WHM). Why It’s Important to Update Your…
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What to Do if Your Website is Blocked in China?
The “Great Firewall of China” is China’s internet censorship or surveillance project operated by the People’s Republic of China’s Ministry of Public Security. The project aims to protect the Chinese population from specific information that the People’s Republic of China regards as being against the best interests of the government and citizens of China. It…
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VPS & Dedicated Hosting: How to Manage Yum
You can let software administrate your VPS or Dedicated Server by using the Yellowdog Updater, Modified, otherwise known as YUM for short. The following instructions detail how to manage YUM which includes getting the software packages installed, updated, or uninstalled from the CentOS box from this guide. These can control server package software installations in order that one is…
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Whitelist IP Address
This document outlines how to configure IP whitelisting—a method that restricts system access to a curated list of IP addresses. By validating each connection against this list, organizations can strengthen their cybersecurity posture and limit exposure to potential threats. Note that our firewall blocks all remote MySQL connections by default, except those originating from whitelisted IPs.…