Month: October 2023

2023 Halloween Sale Countdown

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Opt-out of postal marketing

If you would like to opt-out of postal marketing materials, and you're not an O'Brien Media customer, you can complete the form below using  the details on the letter or postcard you've received from us.You can also use this form to let us know that the person we've sent something to no longer lives, or that the business is no longer based, at your address. All fields are required. /*!...
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Demystifying DNS for Small Business Owners

In the vast world of the internet, every website has a unique address. But how do visitors find your website among billions? Enter DNS, or Domain Name System. What is DNS? DNS acts like the phonebook of the internet. Instead of remembering a series of numbers (IP addresses) for each website, DNS translates easy-to-remember website names (like obrienmedia.co.uk) into these IP addresses. When...
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Understanding Website Hosting for Small Businesses

In the digital marketplace, your website acts as your storefront. Just as a physical store needs space to display its products, your website requires space to store its content. This is where website hosting comes into play. What is Website Hosting? Website hosting provides the digital space where all the files that make up your website are stored. These files include your website's content,...
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DNS, Website Hosting, and Their Differences Explained Simply

Chris Grant (he/him) October 25, 2023 0 Comments
In the bustling digital marketplace, having a website is akin to having a storefront in the real world. Just as you'd want your physical store to be easily accessible and well-maintained, your website needs certain tools and services to function smoothly. Two of these essential tools are DNS and website hosting. But what are they, and how do they differ? Let's break it down in plain English. What...
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