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Written on 08 February, 2024 by georgina eades
Navigating .au Domain Requirements and Administration Whether you are a budding Australian entrepreneur planning to launch your business online or own a .au domain name, understanding the intricacies of domain eligibility and the importance of keeping your details updated is crucial. Read on as we delve into the unique charm of being Australian through your .au... Read more
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Domains
Written on 08 February, 2024 by georgina eades
How to Prevent Unauthorised Domain Transfers and Name Server Changes Among the many aspects of online security to consider, domain name security is one of the most underestimated and misunderstood. Imagine this: Your business's entire online presence vanishes overnight. It happened to Regions Bank in 2013. With over 1700 branches and 2400 ATMs, they experienced a lapse in domain renewal,... Read more
Written on 08 February, 2024 by georgina eades
Managed VPS and Shared Hosting: Cybersecurity Considerations Digital security comes in many forms, but the security of your website hosting can often be overlooked. Whether you're running a business website, an e-commerce platform, or a personal blog, choosing the right web hosting solution is a critical decision. Delve into the cybersecurity advantages of Managed Virtual Private Server... Read more
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Web Hosting,
Website Security
Written on 08 February, 2024 by georgina eades
Free SSL Certificates vs Paid SSL Certificates: What's Best for Your Website? The security of online transactions and data privacy has become paramount for websites. At the heart of website security lies the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) certificate, a digital certificate that provides encryption for data in transit. We will delve into the critical decision between opting for a free Domain Validation... Read more
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Web Hosting,
Website Security
Written on 14 November, 2023 by MelbourneIT
How Do I Securely Protect My DNS and Domain Name? How Do I Securely Protect My DNS and Domain Name? In the vast digital landscape, a domain name isn't merely an address but a fundamental part of your online identity. Safeguarding it from malicious actors attempting to exploit or manipulate your brand is vital for maintaining a secure online presence.... Read more
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Website Security
Written on 11 October, 2023 by MelbourneIT
Guide to Unlocking the Power of cPanel Hosting in Australia If you're running a website, you know how important it is to have a reliable control panel that can help you manage your website and hosting environment. cPanel is one of the most popular web hosting control panels, and for good reason. It provides a wide range of features and... Read more
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Web Hosting
Written on 17 July, 2023 by MelbourneIT
Notification of Microsoft Price Rise Effective 1st September 2023 Microsoft will increase prices in Australia by +9% for Cloud and OnPrem services. As a result, MelbourneIT will be adjusting our prices accordingly. This price rise is part of their global pricing initiative to align local currencies to the U.S. dollar (USD). For more information click... Read more
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News
Written on 07 June, 2023 by MelbourneIT
Important Billing Notification! We would like to bring to your attention an important update regarding your billing. In March, we made some adjustments to our pricing structure for customers using cPanel hosting services. Following this adjustment, your invoice for the subsequent billing cycle accurately reflected the updated rate. However, there was an unintended... Read more
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News
Written on 02 June, 2023 by MelbourneIT
Withdraw your application for a contested .au direct domain name What options do you have if you choose not to renew your .au domain application? If you hold an application for a contending domain and do not wish to continue with the renewal process, then you have an option to withdraw. You can either withdraw from the process or just... Read more
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Domains
Written on 02 June, 2023 by MelbourneIT
What to do with your contested .au domain application? 2024 – Update to renewal process: The .au application is open for renewal. The expiry date is Sept 20th 2024. Applicants are requested to renew before this date. Unlike last year, from this year onwards grace period will not be provided. Please reach out to our support team for further inquiries.... Read more
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Domains