With the popularity of WordPress, it becomes a bigger security target. This infographic dives into the steps to take to increase WordPress security, vectors where security breaches can happen, and the numbers for WordPress hacks over the years. It's informative but should by no means scare somebody away from using WordPress. Following best practices and minimizing old … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2013
Data Dealer game illustrates the personal info market
Data Dealer is a web game where you strive to climb the market dealing and profiting from private information. Think Farmville for personal data. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2eCAgQ1DTo The project is currently running a Kickstarter project to fund its development. It is currently just over $6,000 shy of its goal with 17 hours to go. You can try a demo of the game at … [Read more...]
What to look for in website hosting
Finding hosting for a website can be difficult. You want to find something within your budget that gives good performance and is reliable. I have had a journey slowly increasing my budget but have finally ended up somewhere that I'm happy with WiredTree. This infographic shows some of the aspects that you should look for in a host before you settle with one. (Credit: … [Read more...]
Amazon learns from Pinterest and introduces Collections
While browsing Amazon today, I noticed that new items were receiving a more eye-catching image enticing one to look inside. In this case, it was a book with a little 3D movement to it when you moused over it. The book will tilt and visually flip to the back cover. You can then click the image to get to the usual Amazon Look Inside feature. I captured this in the video … [Read more...]
Steps to child-proof your Internet
The Internet has plenty that you may not wish to expose to your child or have your child expose your computer to. This infographic suggests steps to take to ensure your children are safe online and following your rules. (Credit: Veracode) … [Read more...]