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Why so slow? 21 tips to deliver content to your website visitors at lightning speed.
1. Reduce the number of HTTP Requests Each asset (images, flash, javascript file, css file) requires it’s own HTTP Request when your website is viewed. Some common mistakes are: using multiple JavaScript files using multiple CSS files using multiple images when CSS sprites can be used instead To reduce HTTP requests, try aggregating multiple files [...]
Full StoryBlackHat SEO Techniques – 6 Ways to ban your website from Search Engines
There is always the temptation to achieve higher search engine rankings by taking shortcuts. The fact is, Search Engine Optimization is a continuous process and only organic techniques should be used. Using anything other than organic techniques will work for a little while, but there’s a very good chance your perceived success will be short-lived [...]
Full StoryE-mail Piping – Integrating your mailbox with your web application.
E-mail Piping is the process of passing the contents of an email as an input-variable to a script or a program on your webserver. For example, with e-mail piping you can do things like: allow mobile users to upload photos or videos to your website from their cellphones send an auto response submit help desk [...]
Full StoryUnqualified SEO Experts are like unqualified plumbers. How to Qualify your SEO Company.
Search Engine Optimization is a relatively new service and companies have been popping up for years claiming to be SEO Experts. Even the word “Expert” has somewhat lost it’s meaning. What things should you look for when selecting a SEO Professional? Here are 6 simple tips to help you from getting scammed when choosing an [...]
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