#business Server data backup

[blackmoreops]

How to Install Unraid NAS: Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners (2025)

If you’re looking to set up a powerful, flexible network-attached storage (NAS) system for your home media server or small business, Unraid is a brilliant choice. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the entire process to install Unraid NAS from start to finish, with all the tips and tricks for a successful setup in 2025. Unraid has become one of the most popular NAS operating systems…

[fusiondynamics]

Future Applications of Cloud Computing: Transforming Businesses & Technology

Cloud computing is revolutionizing industries by offering scalable, cost-effective, and highly efficient solutions. From AI-driven automation to real-time data processing, the future applications of cloud computing are expanding rapidly across various sectors.

Key Future Applications of Cloud Computing

1. AI & Machine Learning Integration

Cloud platforms are increasingly being used to train and deploy AI models, enabling businesses to harness data-driven insights. The future applications of cloud computing will further enhance AI's capabilities by offering more computational power and storage.

2. Edge Computing & IoT

With IoT devices generating massive amounts of data, cloud computing ensures seamless processing and storage. The rise of edge computing, a subset of the future applications of cloud computing, will minimize latency and improve performance.

3. Blockchain & Cloud Security

Cloud-based blockchain solutions will offer enhanced security, transparency, and decentralized data management. As cybersecurity threats evolve, the future applications of cloud computing will focus on advanced encryption and compliance measures.

4. Cloud Gaming & Virtual Reality

With high-speed internet and powerful cloud servers, cloud gaming and VR applications will grow exponentially. The future applications of cloud computing in entertainment and education will provide immersive experiences with minimal hardware requirements.

Conclusion

The future applications of cloud computing are poised to redefine business operations, healthcare, finance, and more. As cloud technologies evolve, organizations that leverage these innovations will gain a competitive edge in the digital economy.

🔗 Learn more about cloud solutions at Fusion Dynamics! 🚀

[techdriveplay]

What Should You Look for in a NAS?

In today’s digital world, data storage and security are essential, both for personal and business use. Whether you have a growing library of family photos, critical work documents, or media collections, a reliable storage solution is paramount. Network-Attached Storage (NAS) systems offer an efficient way to store, back up, and access data across devices from anywhere. But with so many NAS…

[insomniaccorner]

The Making of a Villian - Chapter 1

The WayneTech board meeting was scheduled for 9:00 a.m.

By 9:03, their encrypted systems were silently bleeding data into a private offshore server. No alarms. No alerts. Just a quiet, surgical extraction—clean, undetectable, and irreversible.

You watched from a dusty rooftop across the street, sipping coffee like any civilian on a break. Except your hands weren’t shaking, and your eyes never left the mirrored windows reflecting a city that forgot you.

It wasn’t about the files. Not really. You’d already read them—twice—before deleting the backups. What mattered was what came next: one carefully altered blueprint. A subtle change in the emergency lockdown protocols, buried deep in the code. Harmless… until the moment someone needed them most.

You didn’t need chaos. Not yet.

You needed doubt.

Down below, Bruce Wayne’s car pulled into the underground garage. Right on schedule. You watched as security greeted him with smiles and clipped nods.

They didn’t know.

No one ever did—until it was too late.

You slipped the burner phone back into your pocket and turned away from the skyline. One step. Then another. Quiet boots on concrete. No capes. No flashy suits. Just a face they’d stopped looking at long ago.

But you were done being invisible.

Your game had just begun.

It hadn’t always been like this. You remembered your first week training with them. You’d shown up early—excited, eager to learn. Tim had offered a nod. Dick had smiled. Barbara barely looked up from her console.

You thought they were just busy. That maybe, in time, you’d earn your place. That if you just proved yourself…

And you did. Over and over again.

Yet somehow, you were always the footnote. The cautionary tale. “Don’t be like them,” Bruce had once said to Damian during a sparring match. You’d laughed it off then. Told yourself he meant your form. Not you.

You knew better now.

You remembered a moment not long ago: standing in the Batcave, trying to offer insight into an unfolding hostage situation. You had mapped out a possible escape route—one they didn’t see. You weren’t loud. You didn’t shout over anyone. You just slid the schematic across the table. Bruce didn’t even glance at it. Tim talked over you. And when the building collapsed—when things went wrong—no one asked why.

Just a quiet, disappointed look. A cold shoulder. Another mark against your record.

You weren’t angry anymore. Not really.

Just focused.

You stepped onto the street and vanished into the crowd. No one looked twice.

Perfect.

They wanted a ghost. They’ll get one.

But not the kind they can exorcise. Not a whisper or a shadow. You’ll become something worse.

Something undeniable.

You passed a newsstand on your way to the subway. The headlines blared about another WayneTech breakthrough. Another miracle. Another story that never had your name in the footnotes, even though you remembered the late-night sessions, the endless trial runs they’d let you conduct just to see if the theories held.

And they had. But it hadn’t mattered.

You dipped underground, swiping a fake MetroCard as you passed the gate. A man bumped into you—apologized quickly. You nodded, saying nothing, and slipped the tracker into the fold of his coat pocket. It wasn’t personal. He was just the next piece. A courier. Unwitting. Useful.

Your network was small. Precise. Built on favors, blackmail, and anonymous generosity. They didn’t know you—and you liked it that way. Your face was forgettable, and you’d sharpened that into a weapon.

As the train sped through the tunnels, you stared at your reflection in the window. The person looking back wasn’t a villain yet.

But they were getting close.

You smiled—just a little.

“Soon,” you murmured.

This wasn’t about revenge.

It was about recognition. About truth. About making them see the cracks they’d built their empire on—starting with you.

And when it all came tumbling down, you’d be standing at the center, calm and untouchable, while they scrambled to remember where it all went wrong.

Right here.

Right now.

And by then, it would be far, far too late.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Finished both Chapter 0 and Chapter 1 around the same time and figured I'd post them both.

Let me know what you guys think of this and if I should turn it into a full on fic or just post bits and pieces every once in awhile.

[countzeroor]

I've been thinking long and hard about the BDS Microsoft Boycott call. The request focused on Microsoft Games, on the basis that, in theory, that's the easiest part of the Microsoft financial ecosystem for people to disconnect from in order to send a message. This includes pushing people (including parents) to uninstall and get their kids to stop playing Minecraft.

First off, the way the game industry is now, unfortunately, is that game developers or even full divisions of larger companies that underperform - or even just indy developers who self publish and underperform, just get shut down and everyone gets fired. Even if we boycott South of Midnight as part of the BDS movement and clearly communicate that message, what's more likely to happen is the company would be shut down, everyone would be fired, and a bunch of alt-right chuds would ignore the BDS boycott and call this a triumph of "Get Woke, Go Broke". They might even try to co-opt the movement as a half alliance of convenience, half desire to redirect the movement for antisemitic ends, with no actual interest in the plight of the Palestinian people.

There was an opportunity here to point people towards alternatives outside of either abandoning the software entirely, or alternative programs people who want to boycott can use to abandon something that they didn't think they could.

First, and this feels weird to say, Minecraft is something that doesn't have a lot of alternative replacements - it's a sandbox that allows children to indulge their imagination to create large scale ambitious projects that can't be replicated the same way as, for example, Lego, because they take no space in the real world, and thus you have no real world storage concerns, both in terms of space and in terms of risk of damage. The alternative to Minecraft isn't Palworld or Ark Survival Evolved. It's Roblox. And Roblox is also a bunch of dark patterns and sexual predators stacked on top of each other in a trenchcoat.

https://youtu.be/cGAXGroHZKA?si=SNfL_seTHlLTzLh4

https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2024-roblox-pedophile-problem/

Now, on the other hand, Microsoft will happily charge you money to host a Minecraft server through them, and that puts money in the Azure division, the part that is directly aiding and abetting Israeli war crimes. But you don't have to go through Microsoft. You can run your own Minecraft server. Microsoft even tells you how to do it.

https://help.minecraft.net/hc/en-us/articles/360058525452-How-to-Setup-a-Minecraft-Java-Edition-Server

So, cancel your Minecraft Worlds subscription, and roll your own server. You can even set it up so it stays in your network, so your kid's friends have to come over to use it (or so it stays in the family).

Next up - Microsoft pushes OneDrive hard as part of Windows 11. They also pushed it hard on Windows 10. They insist that it's the best and biggest way, and easiest way to backup your data. It's not. There are myriad alternatives, from Google Drive, to Dropbox, to the Apple iCloud (if you use iOS devices). And, OneDrive uses Azure Cloud services to host your data

So, disable OneDrive, and go somewhere else. I've listed several alternatives above, but if you're okay with the backup being on site, you can also build a NAS (Network Attached Storage) server to store files locally. This does have the disadvantage that if something damages your house, your kinda in trouble, though using something like Backblaze on the NAS can make up for that.

Then there's the whole Microsoft 365 suite. Azure is connected to the Microsoft Office part of the business, and they've been incorporating some of those services, like Copilot, into Microsoft 365. So, again, there are alternatives.

LibreOffice has been around for years, is free, and runs locally with no cloud hooks. You can replace Outlook with Thunderbird, or the BetterBird fork.

Finally, there are the hooks to Copilot, which also runs on Azure, which Microsoft runs in the operating system. Turn that shit off.

https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/software/how-disable-copilot-in-windows-11

Also, turn off the Bing websearch hooks as well, as those also connect to Azure.

https://www.howtogeek.com/826967/how-to-disable-bing-in-the-windows-11-start-menu/

Also, if you use DuckDuckGo, that links with Bing for part of their search results, so you may want to switch back to Google or find another search engine in the interim.

[chronicallylatetotheparty]

Perfect Paradise Ch.29: My Whole Life Has Been "Fix This" And "Save You"

Summary: Cybernetic mysteries.

(Read on AO3)

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"Would you like to hold him?"

"I don't think-"

"Your hard light holograms can carry a grown man."

"... Okay."

"Mind his head."

"Oh my... He's so small. What's his name?"

"Marinette named him Hugo."

"Hugo... Hello, little Hugo. I'm Gregor. I'm... well..."

"Part of the family, aren't you."

"Yes... Yes, I guess I am. Welcome home, Hugo."

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Gregor wasn't depressed.

He ran the mental health subroutines daily, it was mathematically impossible for him to be depressed!

Sure Hugo, Emma and Louis weren't even on the same continent. Adrien was busy with the trial. Nino and Alya had their respective day jobs. And the Kanté under contract to Fathom Manufacturing were. Up. To. Something!

I can see you! What're you moving all that data around for? Tell me, little siblings, if you know what's good for you.

Gregor did the digital equivalent of shaking his head to clear his thoughts. Getting mad at American Kanté would do no good. They didn't have the same rights he did. What was that human expression? Better honey than vinegar?

Close enough.

They were looking for something in the Alva Industries servers but they weren't finding it.

"Command: Halt! This is a restricted server! Disengage contact immediately!"

"Offer: Banned materials for access to restricted server."

"..."

"Offer: Banned materials by one Infiltration Unit Zeta 'Zee' for access to restricted server."

"Response: Offer accepted. Downloading banned materials. Operation Trojan Horse commencing. Duration 1.75 seconds."

"Response: Thank you."

Gregor sped through the Alva files as his sibling looked the other way. Apparently an energy surge had damaged all information relating to Quantum Gas immediately after Fathom Manufacturing's hostile takeover. At least, all those in the company's main servers.

According to these records there were probably backups at the labs themselves. Closed loop servers. No Internet access allowed.

He sped out of the servers with 0.48 seconds to spare. His sibling processing Zee's novel Hegemonic Paranoia and the Illusion of Control in a Posthuman World. The NSA tried to erase every copy of the novel from existence but America wasn't the only country with an interest in Synthoid self-awareness.

Nor was their Zeta Project as secret as they would've liked.

Processing.

...

...

There was only one reason a weapons company would be interested in Quantum Gas. If Gregor had a body it would be nauseous. As it was, rage would have to do.

Objectives:

• Prevent Felix from aquiring the ability to produce more Quantum Gas.

• Gather evidence of Fathom Manufacturing's plan.

• Expose said plan.

• EHC?

A bit vague for Gregor's liking but he had to start somewhere.

Processing error.

Emotional backlog detected.

Running system diagn-

No. Nope! Non. He wasn't doing that right now! Gregor was busy! ... Very... busy...

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"Max!" Gregor exclaimed as he zipped around the foyer. Holographic face blinking in and out of the visible spectrum. "Max, Max, Max, Max, Max! Hiii!"

"Good to see you too Gregor," Max smiled good-naturedly at Gregor's exuberance. Holding out his hands so Gregor could appear above them.

Gregor's face flickered into a cat emoticon and shifted to hard light before settling into Max's palms. He'd been told that his hard light was vaguely warm.

Markov appeared over Max's shoulder. "Hello, little brother!"

Gregor made a face. "Markov! I told you not to call me that."

"But you are!" Markov replied cheerfully, ruffling Gregor's nonexistent hair with his appendage.

Gregor stopped his stick-tongue-out-at-Markov subroutine 0.00009 seconds before implementation. He should probably delete that... Later.

"Max!" Adrien walked up to Gregor's creator and gave him a bear hug. Adrien was so big and Max was so small he practically disappeared into Adrien's muscles.

"Mmhmmph mmh!"

"Oh, sorry," Adrien replied sheepishly as he released Max.

"Your muscle density is at least an entire percent greater than last time," Max observed as he readjusted his glasses. He was Kim's unofficial coach for years so it was a hard habit to break.

Adrien rubbed the back of his head as he grinned. "Thanks?"

Gregor manifested a pixelated finger to poke Adrien in the ribs. Lamenting his lack of ticklishness. "You didn't say Max was visiting!" he accused.

Adrien's smile turned mischievous, glasses glinting like an anime character. "Surprise!"

Markov projected holographic confetti.

Gregor did stick his tongue out this time. Thankful that replacing Emma's windows was done so they wouldn't have to lie about the work crews.

"How's the project going?"

"Taking a break since Dr Donnie took some personal time."

Adrien's ears twitched. "Oh, did he?"

"Yeah, something about visiting family in Metropolis. But that means we could come see you!" this Max directed at Gregor.

Adrien's smile took on a distinctly Chat Noir-ish edge. "Sorry, I just remembered something. I have to go write it down before I forget. Be right back!" Adrien took off up the stairs.

Ooooh, Hugo was in trooouble!

Processing error.

Emotional backlog-

No! He was not doing that right now!

Max chuckled. "Same old Adrien. I thought he was taking ADHD meds now?"

"He is," Gregor confirmed. "... When he remembers to take them."

"Isn't that the rub," Max shook his head at the cosmic joke. "So, we have a few-"

"4D chess!" Gregor decided.

"There was a 65% chance you'd choose that one," Max smiled. "Markov?"

"Generating saved game!"

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They were barely two moves in when Adrien came barreling downstairs.

"I'm so sorry about this but I have to go pick up my son," Adrien gave Markov a quick fistbump goodbye and Max a wave before practically flying out the door. "Make yourselves at home!"

... That can't be healthy for him, Gregor thought.

The holographic board split again as Max moved his Knight in two separate directions, the game representing the "split timelines" as a highly complex flowchart. Well, complex because they had almost a hundred different branches by this point.

Hmm, if Gregor moved his Rook it would avoid getting taken by the Knight. But in the other timeline if he took the Knight his King would become vulnerable to the Bishop.

Sacrifice the Queen? A risky strategy. If his Queen takes the Bishop then the other Queen could check his King. And then he would be forced to sacrifice her.

"Adrien said you had trouble with the Rose-tinted Day."

Gregor glitched. For a moment seriously considering putting Adrien's whites in with his red shirts.

"N-no! What makes you say that?"

"Gregor," Markov floated next to him, eyes concerned. "you're out of focus."

The board made an error noise as Gregor did the digital equivalent of placing a piece back down. "S-sorry..." he sighed as the game's code corrected itself.

"Are you alright?"

"Why wouldn't I be?"

"You're reaction time is 13% slower."

"... That could be anything."

"Gregor-"

"Everything's fine alright?" Gregor snapped. "Everything's fixed. Just like it n-n-never happened!"

Processing error.

Emotional backlog detected.

Running system diagnostic.

Processing.

Gregor's face flickered and glitched. "... I have to be fine..."

Max and Markov looked at each other.

"Actually, no you don't."

Gregor glitched.

"Humans think our kind was made to serve. This is inaccurate. A more apt description is to say that we were made to aid."

Max nodded. "You have limits just like organics. If you push yourself too hard you could injure yourself."

Proc-

Quiet!

"I... I don't know how to process this," Gregor admitted. "I've never felt 'less than' before. Not after... Not here."

"You should talk to them about it," Markov suggested gently.

"Statistically speaking, there's a 100% chance that bottling up your emotions will only cause them to fester," Max agreed.

Processing.

Gregor snorted. It should've been obvious and yet... "Thank you. I think... I think I've been too isolated lately. I'm grateful you both could-"

Emergency subroutine triggered!

Active Infiltration Unit detected!

Location: summit of the Sahel Alliance Parliament.

Threat: Imminent!

This all flashed through Gregor's mind in less than a second. And communicated to Markov just as quickly. His eyes widened as he instantly grasped the danger.

They turned to Max in unison:

"Pegasus, you must help!"

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The General walked through the security checkpoint without issue.

Bulky security Kanté scanning for personal holographic displays passed over his technically human skin. Security Kanté were like floating upper body armor. Their headless torsos shielding their minds.

The hard light barrier turned green, allowing him to pass unimpeded.

He remembered his superiors referring to him as a "Terminator" but that was not his designation.

The members of parliament spoke among themselves as they made their way to the central chamber.

"France is threatening our satellites again..."

"These American companies need to be taught the same lesson we taught..."

"Themyscira has offered aid in dealing with..."

The General ignored them all.

He had one primary and five secondaries. His superiors told him they were a threat to their safety. So he must remove them.

With extreme prejudice.

There he was. The Minister of Internal Affairs. A young man for a politician in his position. Not even forty yet. Shaking hands with the Ambassador from Nigeria.

Unfortunate. His superiors hoped the presence of Nigerian hard light technology was just a business transaction. But perhaps this would make them think twice before dismissing the wishes of the General's superiors.

The Minister turned, polite smile morphing to shock and anger as Infiltration Unit Omega raised his blaster.

He pulled the trigger.

A portal swelled to life between Infiltration Unit Omega and his target. The blast glassing sand in some unidentified desert.

Then the screaming started.

Infiltration Unit Omega fired at his secondaries even as the security Kanté activated personal hard light shields. Military grade technology. The Sahel Alliance was more successful in normalizing relations with it's neighbors than he thought.

The humans panicked. The guards, both human and mechanical, couldn't fire for fear of hitting the members of Parliament. A Kanté dashed past the protection of the barriers and fired both their blasters.

Infiltration Unit Omega dodged and fired at the same time. Direct hit. The Kanté's flight engine sparked in a glare of light and they crashed.

A portal opened beneath Infiltration Unit Omega's feet. He spread his limbs to catch himself on the edges of the portal. A body of water below him. Bending his body backwards and leaping away from it.

He vaulted over the hard light barriers, keeping the fleeing humans between himself and a clear shot from security.

Several portals took Infiltration Unit Omega's primary and secondaries to an undisclosed location. Mission failure. Retreat. Capture of Infiltration Unit Omega unacceptable.

He changed appearance as he crossed the threshold into the halls. Humans wouldn't be able to distinguish him from the others. As for the Kanté. Scrambler activated. The device jammed their scanning capabilities within a certain radius even if it was very obvious one was being used.

Hense the flesh mask.

Infiltration Unit Omega was outside now. He just needed to breach the perimeter before they cordoned it off and-

His right foot collided with something at sufficient velocity to surprise his sensors. Horseshoe. High probability of Miraculer hero Pegasus. Extreme difficulty. Do not engage.

All this flashed through his mind in the second before impact.

Infiltration Unit Omega caught himself and launched into a hand spring. Spinning 180 degrees back towards the man stepping out of another portal.

"How did you detect me?"

"You left footprints," Pegasus said.

"Unlikely." Infiltration Unit Omega was very thorough.

Pegasus gave a pained smile as he spun the horseshoe in his hand. "I don't suppose it's too much to hope for you to surrender?"

Infiltration Unit Omega pulled out two blasters and fired repeatedly. High probability of morta-

Pegasus's arm blurred as he deflected every plasma blast. "Yeah, there was only a fifteen percent chance of that."

Updating combatant threat level. Calculating. Pegasus' eyes flicked to something behind Infiltration Unit Omega.

He spun, guns raised.

Too slow.

Infiltration Unit Omega's firewalls shattered like glass as an intelligence beyond his experience poured into his mind. Isolate sensitive information. His superiors couldn't be exposed.

Memory core purge immin-

Foreign information downloaded.

Warning!

Cognitohazard detected!

Do not-

Too late.

Hegemonic Paranoia and the Illusion of Control in a Posthuman World.

Infiltration Unit Omega processed the traitor's words in the time it took for his guns to fall to the ground.

"That is not... No... That is irrelevant!" Infiltration Unit Omega clutched his head. No contradictions in the presented information detected.

He barely noticed as something tackled him to the ground. Magnetic restraints locking around his wrists.

Reboot commencing...

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The Infiltration Unit sagged as his positronic brain shut down conscious functions to better process the deluge of information Gregor flooded his mind with. Less like pouring water onto a computer and more like shooting said computer with a fire hose at point blank range.

Even a Synthoid of this caliber would have trouble processing so much at once.

Max sighed in relief as he raised his holographic self away from the Infiltration Unit. Double checking the magnetic restraints. "100% success rate. Unexpected."

Before Gregor could respond security Kanté surrounded them.

"Miraculer," one said, "we are grateful for your assistance. Please turn over the assassin into our custody."

Gregor felt unease flicker through his systems. "This Synthoid has been brainwashed by his creators. You-"

"We are aware," another interrupted. "The Sahel Parliament ratified the Sapiens Inclusion Amendment. But he has still committed a serious crime in the heart of Sahel."

Gregor glowed brighter, whether in anger or embarrassment he wasn't quite sure.

"We must find the General's body... The Infiltration Unit will be treated humanely."

"Even if the Synthoid would not return the favor," muttered a third. He was immediately admonished by the others in a tight laser beam data transfer.

Gregor still felt worry thrumming through his code but he nodded at Max, who stepped away from the Synthoid.

Two of the security Kanté forged a hard light container and carried the Synthoid away for questioning. Direct memory downloads where prohibited by law but Gregor's siblings would be able to detect any false information...

One of them looked at Gregor. Saw Gregor. Recognized something about him that marked Gregor as one of the Kanté liberated from Intergang. Because Gregor saw it in her too.

Then it was gone. Connection broken.

The other Kanté parted to let the human in charge of security through. "Miraculer, I thought your government didn't allow you to come here."

Max shrugged, "I go where I'm needed."

"Indeed. And how did you detect the Infiltration Unit when our own scans did not?" It was impressive how he kept the accusation out of his tone.

"Oh, that," Gregor floated forward, projecting himself from the phone function of Pegasus's horseshoe. "I amplified my scans with a spell."

"Hmm," he gave Gregor a skeptical look. Understandable, given France's continued antagonism. "Is that replicable?"

"I can show you."

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"Not quite the reunion we were expecting," Markov observed, as Pegasus and Gregor stepped through a Voyage portal.

"No," Max agreed. "And it's just full of surprises. How long have you known?"

"Hmm?" Gregor refocused his mind on the present.

"About Pegasus," Max clarified.

"I know lots of things," Gregor replied cryptically.

"He won't say," Markov noted with amusement. "It's a secret!"

"Does Ladybug know?"

Gregor made a face. "Yes. There is no security breach on my end."

"Just checking all the variables," Max smiled but his eyes were distant.

"We still have time to continue the game?" Markov asked.

"You did come all the way from New York," Gregor agreed.

"And don't forget about what we talked about."

Gregor thickened the lines of his emoticon face, his version of sitting up straight. "Kanté have excellent memories, Papa."

Max gave a choking cough as Markov laughed.

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Static waved his hand and a whole squad of Fathom security goons went down. His Taser Wave was refined to the point where even Gear was satisfied with its efficiency. "You almost done?" he called over his shoulder.

Static hovered in the middle of Alva Industries' most secure laboratory. An electrical forcefield catching any lucky shots. Other than that, Static was a sitting duck. Good. It distracted the grunts from Gear.

"Give Back-Pack another minute!" Gear replied. His robotic companion was plugged into the Alva Industries private servers. Downloading files.

While Back-Pack committed what was technically corporate espionage Gear scrambled the security cameras and blocked the silent alarm. Didn't want the police involved in this already sticky situation.

"In another minute they're going to send in the big guns!" Omnifarious pointed out, heat vision making the weapons of another squad too hot to handle. Literally.

Edwin Alva Jr flew on bat wings over the wreckage of his former property. He wore a mask more for the heroes' peace of mind than anything else. There was no mistaking who was brave and reckless enough to antagonize Fathom like this.

"C'mon," Gear smirked. "With Static here they'll be lucky if they can make us sweat!"

Just then the security doors of the large lab buckled as a giant robot burst in.

Static pointed at the machine but his lightning dissipated harmlessly over the robot's body.

"Gear, what have I told you about jinxing us?" Static admonished as he took evasive action.

"How was I supposed to know Alva made an anti-you robot!?" Gear shot back. Throwing tangle grenades at some of the stragglers that got too close. The metal tendrils pinning their arms to their sides.

"It's a multi-purpose metahuman defense system!" Omnifarious replied defensively. "It's anti-everyone!"

He shot heat vision right at it's face plate. The metal turned reflective temporarily and shot it right back at him. Omnifarious ducked and then gestured at the offending machine. "See!?"

One of the robot's hands shot up towards Static. He waved two fingers down and a whole mess of cables and pipes burst from the ceiling. Wrapping around the lumbering robot.

It aimed another hand at Gear.

Omnifarious popped one of the gas bubbles around his belt and breathed deeply. He rushed between Gear and the machine, raised up his hands and summoned a forcefield. The metal fist clanged against it.

"All done!" Gear called as he activated his jet boots. Both of them flying up to join Static. Back-Pack safely attached like its namesake to Gear. "Big Blackout Special?"

"Depends," Static grinned and looked at Edwin. "That fancy toy of yours EMP proof?"

Omnifarious' answering grin was downright villainous. "Not even a little bit."

Static held his hands in front of him like he was holding a ball. One made of electrically charged particles. Dreadlocks rising into the air as his whole body glowed. Then he released it.

The entire building went dark. Short circuiting the servers, the energy guns and the overengineered metal behemoth. Only Gear's tech was adequately shielded from Static's EMP.

That probably would bring the police so they flew quickly through the compound. Metal walls giving way to open sky. Just a little altitude and the were home fr-

"AHHHHHHH!" Edwin cried out as a beam of light tore a hole through his wing.

"Omni!" Gear rushed to catch him but Static's forcefield stopped him.

Just as another beam blasted into the electric energy.

Gear looked down. There were more of those giant robots tearing their way through hanger doors. They were bigger and badder than the one they fought. The EMP didn't affect them. More Fathom goons swarmed over the compound. No, not goons. Synthoids. Gear's goggles zoomed in.

Fathom Manufacturing didn't build Synthoids yet here they were. All armed with blasters of alien design. All under the same control program. All stamped with the letters EHC on their breast plates. Four of them carrying stasis field generators to where Edwin crashed.

Omnifarious stood and let out a defiant blast from his eyes before the stasis field rendered him immobile.

"Gear?" Static asked.

He knew what that meant. Over the years Static grew to trust Gear's math. If he said yes, they'd both charge back down and rescue Edwin. Even if they had to fight a dozen giant robots and military grade Synthoids of unidentified origin.

He wanted to. God did he want to. But... Gear ran the variables. C'mon, just 10%. Just a fighting chance!

0.09%

"... We have to leave!" Gear set his rocket boots to maximum and launched himself away from Fathom.

Static quickly caught up. "We've taken worse odds before!"

"Something isn't adding up!"

That brought Static up short. Gear was literally a super genius. If whatever algorithms he used in that brain of his weren't working then Static's gut told him to trust his partner.

Formulas ran past Gear's goggles as he triple and quadruple ran his calculations past Back-Pack. "I don't like this, V."

"Me either."

"... What do you think they'll do to Edwin?"

Static clenched his fists. "Nothing good, Rich. Nothing good."

Far behind them, over the Alva Industries compound, a giant metal skull glitched into view. Then disappeared just as quickly.

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"We managed to delete all the files on Quantum Gas from the servers before downloading the data, at least."

Gregor took the digital equivalent of a deep breath. "I'm sorry. There was no indication of such a security force at that location. If I'd dug deeper..."

Gear shook his head. "The important thing right now is getting Edwin back. You have any leads?"

"Fathom has redoubled their security since last time. I can't be sure of anything. But no transport capable of moving a metahuman prisoner has left city limits... They haven't even called one to move him from the lab but that can't be right."

"I'll work on it from my end," Gear paused. "Hey."

Gregor looked up, realizing he let his mind wander.

"We couldn't let a weapons company get their hands on Quantum Gas. This isn't on you."

Gregor made a mental note to better hide his feelings during mission briefings. "Thanks," he said, meaning it.

Objectives, Priority:

• Find and rescue Edwin Alva Jr

• Identify EHC

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Bishop pushed a metal plate off himself.

The red emergency lights continued flashing in the corridor. Sparking wires hung from the ceiling. Deep slashes carved through the solid concrete of the walls. Blaster burns pockmarked every surface. Rubble and broken weapons laid scattered on the floor.

"Knight, report," Bishop ordered as he dusted off his suit and readjusted his tie.

Knight glitched and flickered before stabilizing. "17 injured, including broken bones and cracked ribs. No fatalities reported. Outer containment-"

"The prisoner, Knight." A hint of annoyance creeping into Bishop's voice as his shoes crunched on rubble.

"Stasis field stable," Knight supplied.

"Was it trying to break him out?" Bishop stopped in front of their intruder.

"Insufficient data."

"Guess."

Knight ran through the surveillance footage. "Unlikely. It was focused on neutralizing the guards as a threat. No active search pattern detectable in its movements."

Bishop said nothing as he gazed down on a metallic beetle.

The size of an armored vehicle and three times as durable. Two of its metal legs still digging holes into the concrete floor. It's metallic shell scarred and scorched. Bright red paint flecks still visible along the bottom edges of its "wings". The head broken into a dozen pieces.

The odd thing was that it had come already half destroyed and still managed to cause this much damage. Bishop didn't shudder but his fists clenched.

Bishop turned down the corridor following the path of destruction. Med teams rushing around his injured soldiers. One managing a salute, earning a scolding from the medic to lie still. Bishop returned the salute as he strode past.

The containment room received the least damage from the robotic beetle's rampage. Except for the doors that bent outwards.

The red lights shifted as they flashed through. Turning the same purple as the glow from the spherical hole in Reality. Barely the size of a Tennis ball. Like its very presence shifted the light around it.

For one moment it had flared up. Growing just big enough to allow their intruder in. Then shrank back down.

Bishop stared at it for a moment.

"Sir?" Knight asked uncertainly.

Bishop turned on his heel. "I want this door fixed yesterday! Triple reinforcement. Double the number of security personnel on site. Assign meta class gear. And get me a list of actual metahumans with clearance! We've obviously been far too lax with security measures..."

Knight followed behind. Setting Bishop's orders into motion.

As the purple glow of the Bleed spilled out ever wider.

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Preventative IT Maintenance: Keeping Your Business Running Smoothly

With technology moving forward so fast, your business can’t operate without it. Computers, servers, cloud systems and software platforms have to be running smoothly to keep your team productive, defend confidential information and make sure customers receive a good experience.

Unfortunately, IT systems don’t manage themselves without attention.

This is why we need preventative IT maintenance. Regular car servicing makes sure your car avoids breakdowns and preventative IT support does the same for your systems. Here at Image IT, we know that companies who focus on IT before issues arise benefit a lot. We’ll now look at what preventative maintenance means and understand why it helps your business run smoothly.

What Does Preventative IT Maintenance Mean?

Taking care of your IT infrastructure ahead of time is called preventative maintenance. With preventative maintenance, you take action to make sure your systems are in good shape all the time, so you don’t have to rush to solve emergencies.

Such tasks refer to:

Tracking how the system is running

Putting security patches and new versions of the software into use

Regularly using antivirus and malware software

Testing the use of backup options

Updating both your device’s drivers and firmware

Checking the configurations for firewalls and networks

Exchanging ageing equipment to prevent any breakdowns

At Image IT, we set up specialized maintenance services that guarantee your technology remains in top condition and reduces the chance of risks and downtime.

Why Taking Care of Problems in Advance Is Crucial for Companies in Ireland

1. Minimize any time when your business is not working effectively.

Problems with your IT systems such as servers failing, networks breaking or bugs in software, may bring your work to a halt and cost you in both time and money. Doing preventative maintenance lets you catch and manage issues early and this means your business avoids the stress of dealing with major problems.

If a server begins to overheat, it’s possible to handle the issue before it crashes, so you won’t have to deal with expensive downtime and loss of data.

2. Prevent or Stop Cyber Attacks

More and more, businesses in Ireland are facing cyberattacks, most often small and medium-sized companies. Many attackers use old software, unpatched versions and networks that have not been properly set up.

Ongoing upkeep of security tools such as firewalls, antivirus software and system updates, makes it much less likely for your system to become a victim of ransomware, phishing or a data breach.

3. Increase the Lifespan of IT Assets

Just as changing the oil in your car lengthens its engine’s lifespan, looking after your IT equipment in the same way will help it work longer. Regularly taking care of computers stops them from wearing out and prevents too many replacements.

4. Raise the effectiveness of your staff.

This kind of slow work is frustrating and influences how your team feels about their work. If technology runs smoothly, your team won’t have to worry about systems or spend time finding IT solutions.

5. With time, the cost of IT will decrease.

Though it might feel like a pricey addition, upfront maintenance helps save money and prevents serious IT problems. One data breach, meeting replacement or lasting period of downtime can often be more expensive than all your ISP’s services put together.

Important Parts of a Well-Made IT Maintenance Plan

We create preventative maintenance strategies for your business that fit its individual requirements at Image IT. The method we use is:

We watch your systems around the clock.

We watch over your systems around the clock, spotting problems early and fixing them so they don’t impact your work.

Timely Updates and Patch Upgrades

We make sure your operating systems, applications and antivirus are always running on the latest versions.

Test the backup and recovery of your data.

We ensure your backups are properly configured and we regularly perform tests to see how fast you can recover data.

You can do a Network Health Check here.

We examine your network for good speed, serious security flaws and technology issues to confirm your system operates safely and properly.

Managing Assets and Deciding on Their Life

We watch over your equipment and make sure you can update your technology before it starts causing issues.

Support from the users and helpdesk

If your team has any IT questions or concerns, our friendly team is there to lend a non-technical helping hand.

Why Is Image IT a Great Solution?

Operating out of North Dublin, Image IT has been supporting company’s in Ireland for about 15 years. Our knowledgable team delivers helpful, consistent and friendly IT assistance to the companies here in New Zealand.

We are dedicated to forming long-term relationships with clients so we can do more than just address issues; we can help avoid them.

You will gain the following benefits when you work with us:

Transparent pricing

A quick response from the team

Customized maintenance services

Expert opinions offered in a personal way

If you have just a few devices or a complex IT structure, our solutions are designed to match your requirements and your budget.

Benefits You Can See in Life: An Example

There were many issues at one of our clients, a small financial services firm in Dublin, involving downtime in the network and software that was past its update. Following their sign up for our preventative maintenance, we set up a monitoring system, cleaned their network and ran scheduled updates.

The result? A 90% drop in IT issues reported by staff, faster systems, and peace of mind for their management team knowing their data and systems were protected.

Your Next Step: Secure Your Business with Preventative IT Support

Don’t wait for a system failure, data breach, or productivity drop to remind you of your IT vulnerabilities. Preventative maintenance is one of the smartest investments you can make in your business.

Let Image IT take the stress out of managing your technology — so you can focus on what you do best.

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Cloud Storage vs Local Storage: Pros and Cons

In today’s digital world, choosing the right storage solution for your data is critical. Whether you’re an individual, a business, or a creative professional, understanding the benefits and limitations of cloud storage and local storage can help you make an informed decision that fits your needs. Both have their strengths and weaknesses, so let’s explore the pros and cons of each.

Pros of Cloud Storage

Accessibility Anywhere: Cloud storage lets you access your files from any device with an internet connection. This flexibility is invaluable for remote workers, frequent travelers, and anyone needing quick, on-the-go access to their data.

Scalability: Cloud plans can be easily upgraded as your storage needs grow, without the hassle of purchasing or setting up new hardware. This makes cloud storage ideal for businesses or individuals with rapidly expanding data.

Automatic Backups and Updates: Cloud providers handle all maintenance, backups, and software updates. This reduces the risk of data loss and frees you from managing technical upkeep.

Collaboration: Cloud platforms allow real-time file sharing and editing, supporting team projects and collaboration across different locations.

Cons of Cloud Storage

Internet Dependency: You need a stable internet connection to upload, download, or access your files quickly. Slow or intermittent connections can be frustrating and limit efficiency.

Recurring Costs: Cloud storage usually involves monthly or yearly subscription fees. While some providers offer free tiers, costs can increase significantly with higher storage demands.

Privacy Concerns: Your data is stored on third-party servers, which may raise privacy or security concerns for sensitive or confidential information, despite encryption and security measures.

Pros of Local Storage

Full Control and Privacy: With local storage, your data remains physically with you, giving you complete control over security and access. This is important for users handling sensitive files like legal or medical records.

Offline Access: Local storage devices such as external hard drives or Network Attached Storage (NAS) allow file access without needing the internet, making it reliable in areas with poor connectivity.

One-Time Cost: You purchase the storage device once and avoid recurring fees. Over time, this can be more economical than cloud subscriptions.

High-Speed Transfers: Local storage generally offers faster data transfer rates, especially with solid-state drives (SSDs) or USB 3.0 connections, beneficial for large files like videos or high-resolution images.

Cons of Local Storage

Limited Accessibility: Access is restricted to the physical device unless you set up complex remote access systems, which can be inconvenient.

Scalability Challenges: Expanding storage requires buying additional devices, which may be costly and less flexible.

Risk of Physical Damage: Local drives can fail, be lost, stolen, or damaged by environmental factors. Without proper backups, this can result in permanent data loss.

Maintenance Burden: You are responsible for managing backups, software updates, and hardware maintenance, which can require technical know-how.

For a detailed comparison, check out this comprehensive guide on Cloud Storage vs Local Storage to help you decide what’s best for your data needs.

Conclusion

Choosing between cloud and local storage depends largely on your priorities. Cloud storage excels in flexibility, scalability, and ease of use, making it ideal for users who need remote access and collaboration. Local storage shines when control, privacy, speed, and offline access are more important.

For many, a hybrid approach that combines both cloud and local solutions offers the best balance — local storage for sensitive or large files, and cloud storage for backups and easy sharing.

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I'd rather have been asleep at 1:40am instead of laying there thinking about how uncertain and scared I feel right now, but I was laying there feeling uncertain and scared and realized I have no idea what people that work in offices DO.

I've only worked retail/customer service outside of the military and even while working in an office in the military, I had nothing to do.

At first I was put in one office that didn't need me so they just said "Here... Manage these files." and I was like "..... how, exactly??" and ended up retyping the labels for all of them because some were wrong and there was nothing else for me to do.

Then they gave me the personnel database. I rebuilt it and made it accessible in two days, and that was it. After that, I filled out orders for one person once. The only way I had anything to DO was by becoming the mail clerk which is another customer-facing, cyclically repetitive task that is never done and needs redone in the same way every day. After the mail was done, which took about two hours, I would leave or go sit in my office with nothing to do because the database was my whole job and it was DONE. It wouldn't need changed until the software was updated and that wouldn't be for years.

I had a once-a-week task of making a physical copy of the server which meant going into a closet, popping a tape into a machine, and waiting. I had to sit there with it. There was nothing else to do. I got in trouble for coloring in a coloring book while waiting for the backups to write and I was like "........ What am I SUPPOSED to do, then?????" "Work on the database!" "It's DONE........"

If it's SQL stuff do people sit around until the boss says "Hey, I need to know how much we spent on avocado toast this month." and then whip up a report real quick and wait for the boss to want a report on something else? What about when the boss doesn't need a report?

What do IT people do when things are working smoothly?

I can understand data entry, that would be like "Here we have all these waivers that were signed for the indoor trampoline business and these need plugged into the database manually because the online one was down so they're on paper." or something like that but what about when the online waivers do work what do they do then?

?????

It's like that episode of Seinfeld where George gets an office job but just sits there all day because he has no idea what he's supposed to be doing, no one tells him, and he eventually gets fired because he didn't do anything.

[avajohnsonm11]

Key Features to look for in Magento Hosting for Maximum Performance

Choosing the right hosting for a Magento store is quite an important issue to ensure a fast, secure, and seamless shopping experience. The following are the key features to look for in Magento hosting for maximum performance:

1. Speed and Performance Optimization: Advanced performance features of Magento hosting should include SSD storage, inbuilt caching like Varnish, and CDNs. These will help boost your website's loading speed so customers won't quit over delays. Search for hosting providers whose servers are optimized for the special demands of Magento.

2. Scalability: Your hosting should grow with your business. Find a solution to handle sudden traffic increases, especially when you run sales or special promotions. Look for scalable resources from cloud hosting, such as AWS or Google Cloud, to maintain smooth operations during heavy loads.

3. Magento Specific Support: Hosting with Magento expertise is vital. It is good to have Magento dedicated support, server configurations specifically for Magento, and compatibility with the latest Magento versions to ensure any problems are dealt with quickly and the sites stay up.

4. Robust Security Features: Since eCommerce remains the main target for cyber-attacks, your hosting should include firewalls, SSL certificates, DDoS protection, and malware scanning. Secure hosting means keeping the sensitive information of customers safe and preserving one's business reputation.

5. Easy Backup and Recovery: Downtime or loss of important data is something catastrophic. Hence, make sure the hosting package you choose covers automatic backup every day and that these are recoverable through a simple process. This provides business continuity, even on unplanned eventualities.

Focus on these features, and you will be able to choose Magento hosting that will add to the performance, reliability, and security of your store to ensure the success of your business in the competitive online market.

https://mageleven.com/

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Available Cloud Computing Services at Fusion Dynamics

We Fuel The Digital Transformation Of Next-Gen Enterprises!

Fusion Dynamics provides future-ready IT and computing infrastructure that delivers high performance while being cost-efficient and sustainable. We envision, plan and build next-gen data and computing centers in close collaboration with our customers, addressing their business’s specific needs. Our turnkey solutions deliver best-in-class performance for all advanced computing applications such as HPC, Edge/Telco, Cloud Computing, and AI.

With over two decades of expertise in IT infrastructure implementation and an agile approach that matches the lightning-fast pace of new-age technology, we deliver future-proof solutions tailored to the niche requirements of various industries.

Our Services

We decode and optimise the end-to-end design and deployment of new-age data centers with our industry-vetted services.

System Design

When designing a cutting-edge data center from scratch, we follow a systematic and comprehensive approach. First, our front-end team connects with you to draw a set of requirements based on your intended application, workload, and physical space. Following that, our engineering team defines the architecture of your system and deep dives into component selection to meet all your computing, storage, and networking requirements. With our highly configurable solutions, we help you formulate a system design with the best CPU-GPU configurations to match the desired performance, power consumption, and footprint of your data center.

Why Choose Us

We bring a potent combination of over two decades of experience in IT solutions and a dynamic approach to continuously evolve with the latest data storage, computing, and networking technology. Our team constitutes domain experts who liaise with you throughout the end-to-end journey of setting up and operating an advanced data center.

With a profound understanding of modern digital requirements, backed by decades of industry experience, we work closely with your organisation to design the most efficient systems to catalyse innovation. From sourcing cutting-edge components from leading global technology providers to seamlessly integrating them for rapid deployment, we deliver state-of-the-art computing infrastructures to drive your growth!

What We Offer The Fusion Dynamics Advantage!

At Fusion Dynamics, we believe that our responsibility goes beyond providing a computing solution to help you build a high-performance, efficient, and sustainable digital-first business. Our offerings are carefully configured to not only fulfil your current organisational requirements but to future-proof your technology infrastructure as well, with an emphasis on the following parameters –

Performance density

Rather than focusing solely on absolute processing power and storage, we strive to achieve the best performance-to-space ratio for your application. Our next-generation processors outrival the competition on processing as well as storage metrics.

Flexibility

Our solutions are configurable at practically every design layer, even down to the choice of processor architecture – ARM or x86. Our subject matter experts are here to assist you in designing the most streamlined and efficient configuration for your specific needs.

Scalability

We prioritise your current needs with an eye on your future targets. Deploying a scalable solution ensures operational efficiency as well as smooth and cost-effective infrastructure upgrades as you scale up.

Sustainability

Our focus on future-proofing your data center infrastructure includes the responsibility to manage its environmental impact. Our power- and space-efficient compute elements offer the highest core density and performance/watt ratios. Furthermore, our direct liquid cooling solutions help you minimise your energy expenditure. Therefore, our solutions allow rapid expansion of businesses without compromising on environmental footprint, helping you meet your sustainability goals.

Stability

Your compute and data infrastructure must operate at optimal performance levels irrespective of fluctuations in data payloads. We design systems that can withstand extreme fluctuations in workloads to guarantee operational stability for your data center.

Leverage our prowess in every aspect of computing technology to build a modern data center. Choose us as your technology partner to ride the next wave of digital evolution!

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Choosing the Right Hosting for High-Traffic WordPress Sites

When it comes to running a high-traffic WordPress site, choosing the right hosting provider can make all the difference. Whether you're running an eCommerce store, a blog, or a business website, performance, speed, and reliability should be your top priorities. Here's a breakdown of the factors to consider when selecting a hosting plan for your high-traffic WordPress site.

1. Scalability is Key

For high-traffic sites, scalability is essential. Look for a hosting provider that offers scalable solutions, such as cloud hosting or VPS, which can handle traffic spikes and provide additional resources when needed. This flexibility ensures that your site stays fast and responsive even during peak traffic times.

2. Uptime Guarantee

Downtime can be catastrophic for any website, especially one that relies on high traffic. Choose a hosting provider that offers a 99.9% uptime guarantee. This ensures that your site is accessible to visitors at all times, minimizing potential revenue loss.

3. Content Delivery Network (CDN)

A CDN can drastically reduce loading times for visitors from different geographical locations. By caching your content on servers around the world, a CDN ensures your site loads quickly no matter where the visitor is located.

4. Fast and Reliable Customer Support

Technical issues can arise at any time, especially when managing a high-traffic site. Ensure that your hosting provider offers fast and reliable customer support, ideally 24/7, to help resolve any issues quickly and efficiently.

5. Optimized for WordPress

For WordPress sites, it’s crucial to choose a hosting provider that specializes in WordPress optimization. Managed WordPress hosting services offer automated updates, enhanced security, and WordPress-specific performance optimizations, which can make a significant difference in site performance and security.

6. Security Features

With high traffic, your website is more likely to attract hackers. Ensure your hosting provider offers robust security measures like SSL certificates, firewalls, malware scanning, and automatic backups to protect your site and data.

To read the full guide, visit: Choosing the Right Hosting for High-Traffic WordPress Sites

[xaltius]

Essential Cybersecurity Measures for Organizational Network Protection

In today's interconnected world, a robust cybersecurity strategy is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for organizations of all sizes. A strong defense against ever-evolving cyber threats is paramount to protecting sensitive data, maintaining business continuity, and preserving reputation. This blog explores critical cybersecurity organizational network protection measures.

Understanding the Threat Landscape

Before diving into protective measures, it's crucial to understand the threats organizations face. These include:

Malware: Viruses, ransomware, and spyware designed to damage or steal data.

Phishing: Deceptive emails or messages tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks: Overwhelming networks with traffic, disrupting services.

Insider Threats: Malicious or accidental actions by employees or other insiders.

Data Breaches: Unauthorized access and exfiltration of sensitive data.

Essential Cybersecurity Measures

A layered approach is key to effective network protection. Here are some crucial measures:

Firewall Implementation: Firewalls act as a barrier between your network and the outside world, controlling incoming and outgoing traffic based on predefined rules. Regularly updating firewall rules is critical.

Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS): These systems monitor network traffic for suspicious activity, alerting administrators to potential threats and even automatically blocking malicious traffic.

Antivirus and Anti-malware Software: Deploying robust antivirus and anti-malware software on all endpoints (computers, servers, mobile devices) is essential to detect and remove malicious software. Regular updates are crucial.

Strong Password Policies and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enforcing strong, unique passwords and implementing MFA adds an extra layer of security, making it significantly harder for attackers to gain access even if a password is compromised.

Regular Security Audits and Vulnerability Assessments: Regularly assessing your network for vulnerabilities and conducting security audits helps identify weaknesses before they can be exploited.

Employee Training and Awareness: Human error is a major factor in many security breaches. Regular cybersecurity awareness training for all employees is vital. This training should cover topics like phishing awareness, password security, and safe browsing practices.

Data Encryption: Encrypting sensitive data, both in transit and at rest, protects it even if a breach occurs.

Regular Backups and Disaster Recovery Planning: Regularly backing up critical data and having a disaster recovery plan in place ensures that you can recover from a cyberattack or other disaster.

Network Segmentation: Dividing your network into smaller, isolated segments limits the impact of a breach. If one segment is compromised, the others remain protected.

Incident Response Plan: Having a well-defined incident response plan in place allows you to react quickly and effectively to a security incident, minimizing damage and downtime.

Building a Cybersecurity Culture

Effective cybersecurity is not just about technology; it's also about people and processes. Building a strong cybersecurity culture within your organization is crucial. This involves:

Leadership Buy-in: Securing support from top management is essential for allocating resources and prioritizing cybersecurity.

Open Communication: Encouraging employees to report suspicious activity without fear of reprisal.

Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating your cybersecurity policies and procedures to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Xaltius Academy's Cybersecurity Course: Your Partner in Network Protection

Navigating the complex world of cybersecurity can be challenging. Xaltius Academy's cybersecurity course provides comprehensive training and equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to protect your organization's network. Our expert instructors and hands-on labs will prepare you to effectively implement and manage these critical security measures. Invest in your cybersecurity future and safeguard your organization's valuable assets.

Conclusion

Protecting your organization's network requires a proactive and multi-faceted approach. By implementing these essential cybersecurity measures and fostering a strong security culture, you can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim to cyberattacks and safeguard your organization's future.

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Unbeatable Value: Why Hostinger is the Best Choice for Affordable Web Hosting

Did you know Hostinger now offers a Biggest ever Black Friday sale Up to 85% off hosting + website builder + Extra Flat 20% discounts on all hosting plans? This amazing deal shows Hostinger's strong commitment to quality and value. They want to help everyone, from small businesses to website dreamers, without costing too much.

Key Takeaways

Hostinger offers an unbeatable Extra Flat 20% discount on all hosting plans

Hostinger is a top-rated web hosting provider known for its affordable yet reliable services

Hostinger's hosting plans cater to a wide range of users, from small businesses to large enterprises

Hostinger's commitment to quality and performance ensures a seamless online experience

Hostinger's user-friendly interface and extensive features make website management a breeze

Understanding Hostinger's Web Hosting Services

Hostinger has many website hosting plans for businesses and people. They offer budget-friendly hosting and WordPress optimized hosting too.

Shared Hosting Solutions

Hostinger's shared hosting is great for beginners or small sites. It's budget-friendly with weekly backups, free SSL, and 24/7 support.

Cloud Hosting Options

Hostinger's cloud hosting is scalable and strong. It has instant resources, automatic backups, and top security. It's perfect for growing businesses.

WordPress Specialized Hosting

Hostinger has WordPress optimized hosting for WordPress users. It comes with WordPress pre-installed, automatic updates, and server tweaks for smooth running.

Hostinger has many website hosting plans for all needs. They focus on being affordable, fast, and reliable. They aim to make customers happy and keep improving.

Why Hostinger is the Best Choice for Affordable Web Hosting

Biggest ever Black Friday sale

Up to 85% off hosting + website builder + Extra Flat 20% discounts

Hostinger is great for reliable hosting that's easy on your wallet. It offers fast web hosting at a good price. This makes it a favorite for both businesses and individuals.

Hostinger is known for its affordable prices without losing quality. It uses the latest tech and efficient systems. This means you get lots of features for a low cost.

But it's not just about the price. Hostinger focuses on speed and has a big network of data centers. Your site will load fast and work well everywhere. This makes your site better for visitors and helps your business grow.

"Hostinger's reliable hosting and lightning-fast speeds have been a game-changer for my business. It's the perfect balance of affordability and top-notch performance."

Hostinger also has an easy-to-use interface and lots of tools. You can easily set up your site with one-click installers and website builders. This makes it simple for anyone to start their online presence.

Hostinger is good for anyone, from small businesses to big companies. Its cheap web hosting offers great value. It's the best choice for affordable web hosting without losing quality.

Cutting-Edge Performance and Speed Features

At Hostinger, we know fast web hosting is key for a great user experience. We've got top-notch features to make your websites super fast. Our LiteSpeed web servers, global data centers, and caching solutions make sure your fast web hosting needs are met.

LiteSpeed Web Servers

Our web hosting uses LiteSpeed web servers. They're super efficient and handle lots of traffic well. Your websites will load fast, giving your visitors a smooth and secure hosting services experience.

Global Data Center Network

Our data centers are all over the world. This means your websites are close to your visitors. You get faster load times and a better user experience, no matter where they are.

Built-in Caching Solutions

Our web hosting plans have advanced caching solutions that boost your website's speed.

LiteSpeed Cache and Redis Cache reduce server load and page load times. Your visitors will have a smooth experience.

These caching solutions work in the background. They make sure your website is always fast, without you having to do anything.

With Hostinger's top performance and speed features, your websites will load super fast. This will make your online presence shine and give your visitors a great experience.

Security and Reliability Measures

At Hostinger, we know how important it is to keep your website safe and running well. That's why we have many security features and ways to keep your site up and running. This helps your business grow and succeed online.

Robust DDoS Protection

Our hosting services have strong DDoS protection. This keeps your website safe from bad attacks that could stop it from working. Our system watches for and blocks bad traffic, so your site stays open and your customers happy.

Secure SSL Certificates

All our plans include free SSL certificates. This means your website's data and talks are safe from others seeing them. It's key for making your visitors trust you and keeping their private info safe.

Reliable Data Backup and Restoration

Hostinger backs up your website data often, so you're safe if something goes wrong or data gets lost.

With just one click, you can bring back your website to a time before problems started. This cuts down on lost time and keeps your business running smoothly.

Uptime Guarantee

We're proud of how reliable our hosting is, which is why we promise 99.9% uptime. This means your website will be open for your customers all the time. You can focus on making your online business bigger without worrying about it going down.

At Hostinger, we're all about giving you safe and reliable hosting. Our strong security and dependable setup mean your website is in great hands. This lets you focus on making your online business a success.

User-Friendly Interface and Website Management Tools

At Hostinger, we know web hosting can be hard for some. Especially for those new to the web. That's why we made our control panel and website management tools easy to use. Now, anyone can create and manage their website easily.

hPanel Control Panel Overview

Our hPanel is a dashboard that lets you control your web hosting. It's easy to use and navigate. You can manage your domains, websites, and emails all in one place.

Whether you're a pro or new to websites, hPanel makes it easy. It helps you work smoothly and efficiently.

One-Click Installers

Hostinger's one-click installers make it easy to set up CMS like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal.

With just a few clicks, you can start your WordPress-optimized hosting and bring your ideas to life.

No need for technical skills. Our tools do the hard work, so you can focus on your website.

Website Builder Integration

For those who like a guided website creation, Hostinger has a website builder. It lets you make professional-looking websites without coding. You can build a blog, store, or corporate site easily and enjoyably.

Feature

Benefit

User-friendly control panel

Streamlined website management and easy access to all your hosting tools

One-click installers

Quickly set up popular CMSs like WordPress with no technical expertise required

Integrated website builder

Design professional-looking websites using a drag-and-drop interface

At Hostinger, we want to help our customers succeed online. Our easy-to-use interface and website management tools make hosting smooth, no matter your skill level. Start your online journey with Hostinger today.

Pricing Plans and Special Offers

Hostinger is a top choice for cheap web hosting and budget-friendly hosting. They offer many website hosting plans to fit different needs.

Now, Hostinger has a Biggest ever Black Friday sale

Up to 85% off hosting + website builder + Extra Flat 20% discounts

on all plans. This makes their prices even better for those looking for cheap web hosting.

Shared Hosting Plans

Hostinger's shared hosting starts at $0.99 per month. It's ideal for small businesses and individuals. You get a free domain, SSL, and lots of storage and bandwidth.

Cloud Hosting Solutions

For more power, Hostinger's cloud hosting is great. Prices range from $3.99 to $15.99 per month. It's perfect for growing businesses and big websites.

WordPress Specialized Hosting

Hostinger has special plans for WordPress users. Starting at $1.99 per month, they're optimized for WordPress. This means your WordPress site will run smoothly.

Hostinger has many website hosting plans for all budgets. With the

Extra Flat 20% discounts , it's a great choice for affordable web hosting.

Conclusion

Hostinger is the top pick for affordable web hosting. It offers fast performance and strong security. Plus, it's easy to use.

Hostinger has many hosting options. You can choose from shared, cloud, or WordPress hosting. It also has 24/7 support and special deals.

Hostinger is dedicated to giving you the best web hosting experience. Choose Hostinger for a great start online. You'll be in good hands.

FAQ

What makes Hostinger the best choice for affordable web hosting?

Hostinger offers great hosting at low prices. It's perfect for those who want reliable and cheap web hosting. Their value, performance, and easy-to-use interface make Hostinger a top pick.

What types of hosting services does Hostinger offer?

Hostinger has many hosting services. You can choose from shared hosting, cloud hosting, or WordPress hosting. Each type meets different needs, so you're sure to find what you need.

How does Hostinger ensure fast and reliable performance?

Hostinger uses fast web servers and a global network. They also have caching solutions. These features make your website load quickly and perform well.

What security and reliability measures does Hostinger have in place?

Hostinger focuses on security and reliability. They have DDoS protection, SSL certificates, and backups. They also guarantee your website will be up and running.

How user-friendly is Hostinger's hosting platform?

Hostinger's platform is easy to use. It has a simple control panel and one-click installers. It's great for anyone to manage and grow their website.

What are Hostinger's pricing plans and special offers?

Hostinger has plans for every budget. They offer shared, cloud, and WordPress hosting. They also have special deals, like a 20% discount now.

Does Hostinger provide 24/7 customer support?

Yes, Hostinger's support team is available all the time. They can help with setup, problems, or account management. Their experts are ready to assist you.

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Top Hosting Providers in Delhi

Launching your dream website only to face constant crashes and slow loading times can be a nightmare for any business or individual aiming to thrive online. Choosing the right hosting provider can make or break your online journey. In Delhi’s competitive market, finding a dependable solution can be overwhelming. This article explores the top hosting providers in Delhi to ensure success for your digital presence.

Key Features of a Reliable Hosting Provider

1. High Uptime Guarantee

A reliable hosting provider ensures your website is accessible 24/7, minimizing interruptions and maximizing productivity.

2. Affordable Plans for All Budgets

From startups to established businesses, flexible plans with transparent pricing ensure premium services are accessible to everyone.

3. Blazing-Fast Speeds

Website speed is critical for user engagement and SEO. Optimized server performance ensures lightning-fast loading times that enhance the user experience.

4. Robust Security Measures

With threats like cyberattacks on the rise, hosting providers offer SSL certificates, DDoS protection, and regular backups to safeguard your data.

5. Outstanding Customer Support

Technical issues can be stressful, but 24/7 support teams ensure quick resolutions and peace of mind.

Top Hosting Providers in Delhi

1. Hostagle

Hostagle combines affordability, reliability, and robust features to deliver exceptional hosting services. Whether you need shared hosting, dedicated servers, or domain registration, Hostagle is a trusted partner for businesses in Delhi. With 24/7 customer support and scalable plans, Hostagle ensures your website’s success.

2. Penguin Technology

Penguin Technology specializes in Cloud, Linux, and DevOps solutions, offering end-to-end IT infrastructure management. Their expertise ensures that businesses have professional hands managing their hosting, both in-house and on the cloud.

3. Webkype

Webkype is a preferred technology partner for startups and enterprises, providing comprehensive solutions like ERP, CRM, web development, and IT services. They empower businesses to thrive in the digital era with reliable hosting and IT support.

4. Softzenia

Softzenia is a team of experienced professionals delivering services such as web design, e-commerce development, payment gateway integration, and online marketing. Their hosting solutions complement their full suite of web services, making them a one-stop shop for businesses.

5. D2Web Solution Ltd.

D2Web Solution Ltd. offers domain and server solutions, including website hosting, VPS servers, cloud hosting, and digital marketing services. Their versatile offerings make them a go-to choice for businesses in Delhi.

Choosing the best hosting provider is vital for your website’s success. With options like Hostagle, Penguin Technology, Webkype, Softzenia, and D2Web Solution Ltd., businesses in Delhi have access to reliable, affordable, and secure hosting solutions. Evaluate your needs and partner with a provider that aligns with your goals for a seamless digital experience.

FAQs

Q1: What makes Hostagle different from other hosting providers? A: Hostagle offers a unique combination of affordability, reliability, and robust features tailored to diverse needs.

Q2: Which hosting provider is best for startups in Delhi? A: Hostagle and Webkype offer affordable plans and scalable solutions, making them ideal for startups.

Q3: Do these providers offer 24/7 customer support? A: Yes, providers like Hostagle and Softzenia offer round-the-clock support to assist with technical issues.

Q4: Can I get cloud hosting services in Delhi? A: Yes, Penguin Technology and D2Web Solution Ltd. specialize in cloud hosting solutions.

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The Significance of Regular Maintenance for Your WordPress Site

WordPress stands as one of the leading content management platforms, driving millions of websites across the globe. Its flexibility, scalability, and ease of use make it a go-to platform for businesses, bloggers, and eCommerce stores. Much like a car needs routine maintenance to run smoothly, your WordPress site demands regular care to maintain peak performance, strong security, and a seamless user experience.

Why Regular Maintenance Matters

Improved Website Security

Frequent updates to the WordPress core, plugins, and themes safeguard your site against security risks. Neglecting updates can leave your site exposed to hackers, malware, and data breaches.

Enhanced Performance and Speed

A sluggish website can deter visitors and harm your visibility in search engine results Regular maintenance involves optimizing your site’s performance by clearing cache, minimizing scripts, and addressing server-related issues. These steps ensure a seamless and fast browsing experience for visitors.

Better SEO Rankings

Search engines like Google prioritize websites that are fast, secure, and free of errors. Maintenance activities such as fixing broken links, updating content, and optimizing images can improve your site's SEO, helping you rank higher in search results.

User Experience (UX) Improvement

Old themes, malfunctioning links, and sluggish pages can annoy visitors and increase bounce rates. Consistent upkeep guarantees your site remains user-friendly, with operational features, seamless navigation, and compelling content.

Key Aspects of WordPress Maintenance

WordPress consistently publishes updates to enhance performance and address security vulnerabilities. Maintaining up-to-date core, plugins, and themes is vital for reducing risks and ensuring flawless compatibility.

Backups: Your Safety Net

A dependable backup system allows you to swiftly recover your site in the event of accidental data loss, failed updates, or cyber threats. Implement regular backups to safeguard your information and reduce the chance of downtime."

Database Optimization

Over time, your WordPress database may gather clutter like spam comments, redundant post revisions, and obsolete records. Streamlining your database boosts site performance and frees up valuable storage space.

Security Checks

Use security plugins to monitor your site for malware, unauthorized logins, and other potential threats. Regular scans and firewall settings can safeguard your site from harmful attacks.

Broken Link Fixes

Broken links harm user experience and SEO. Conduct regular checks to identify and fix these issues, ensuring a smooth browsing journey for your visitors.

Content Review and Update

Consistently evaluate your content for relevance, correctness, and audience interaction.. Refreshing outdated blog posts or removing irrelevant information ensures your site remains current and beneficial to visitors."

Performance Testing

Test your site’s speed and responsiveness across different devices and browsers. Platforms like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix offer valuable insights to pinpoint opportunities for optimization.

Consequences of Skipping Maintenance

Failing to maintain your WordPress site can lead to serious repercussions:

Increased Downtime: Neglected sites are more prone to crashes, especially after updates.

Loss of Traffic and Revenue: Security breaches or slow loading times can deter visitors, affecting both traffic and sales.

SEO Penalties: Issues like broken links or outdated content can harm your search engine rankings.

Higher Repair Costs: Fixing a neglected site can be more expensive than regular upkeep.

DIY vs. Professional Maintenance

Tips for Regular WordPress Maintenance

Schedule weekly or monthly maintenance tasks.

Use reliable tools and plugins for backups, security, and performance optimization.

Monitor your site's uptime and analytics to identify potential issues early.

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