Year: 2023

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O’Brien Media Embraces Domain Connect

Chris Grant (he/him) April 13, 2023 0 Comments
As the world becomes more connected, it's important for businesses to have a strong online presence. One of the key components of that presence is having a domain name that represents your brand and makes it easy for customers to find you. At O'Brien Media, we understand the importance of having a domain that works seamlessly with your website, which is why we're embracing Domain Connect. What is...
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What You Need to Know About the UK’s Emergency Alert Test

Chris Grant (he/him) April 10, 2023 0 Comments
As part of the UK's emergency response system, a nationwide Emergency Alert test is set to take place on April 23rd, 2023. The test is designed to assess the country's readiness in the event of an emergency, such as a terrorist attack or natural disaster. During the test, which will be conducted by the UK government, the Emergency Alert system will send a text message to all mobile phones in the...
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Spring into Action with a New Website this Easter

Chris Grant (he/him) April 07, 2023 0 Comments
As the flowers start to bloom and the weather warms up, it's the perfect time to give your business a fresh start. And what better way to do that than with a new website? At O'Brien Media, we believe that having a great website is essential to standing out in the online world. With the increasing number of businesses going digital, it's more important than ever to make sure your website is...
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Why Keeping Your Website Up-to-Date is Crucial for Business Success

Chris Grant (he/him) April 06, 2023 0 Comments
In today's digital age, having a website is no longer enough to succeed in the online world. It's essential to keep your website up to date to stay ahead of the competition and reach your target customers. In this blog post, we'll discuss the importance of keeping your website up to date in terms of software and plugin updates and new content for pages and blogs. Software and Plugin Updates The...
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Keep Your Website Safe with O’Brien Media’s Elementor Update

Chris Grant (he/him) April 04, 2023 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we understand that website security is not something that every customer is familiar with. That's why we take it upon ourselves to ensure that our customers' websites are always up to date with the latest software releases and security patches, such as the recent Elementor 3.11.7 update that resolves a security vulnerability. This vulnerability affected previous versions of...
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Celebrating 50 Years of Mobile: The Story of the First Mobile Phone Call

Chris Grant (he/him) April 03, 2023 0 Comments
Today, we celebrate a significant milestone in the history of mobile communication. On April 3, 1973, Martin Cooper, an engineer at Motorola, made the first ever call on a true mobile phone while standing in a New York street. The call was made to his chief rival at Bell Labs, Joel Engel, which is believed to have been a cheeky move to gloat about his accomplishment. This momentous phone call...
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Enhance Your Website with WordPress 6.2: New Features and Enhancements

Chris Grant (he/him) April 03, 2023 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we pride ourselves on being WordPress experts. That's why we're excited to share the news about the latest version of WordPress: version 6.2. This update comes with many new features and enhancements that improve the performance, security, and usability of the popular CMS. Let's take a closer look at what's new. Improved Block Editor (Gutenberg) The Block Editor (also known as...
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Understanding SEO: A must-read for business owners in Swindon

Ivan Molina April 02, 2023 0 Comments
As a small business owner in Swindon, you want to ensure that your website is easily discoverable by potential customers online. That's where SEO comes in. Here are some SEO basics to help you get started:KeywordsKeywords are the terms that people search for on search engines like Google. By including relevant keywords on your website, you're more likely to show up in search results when people...
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5 Expert Tips for Providing Exceptional Customer Service

Chris Grant (he/him) April 01, 2023 0 Comments
In today's world, where online shopping and remote work are on the rise, customer service over the phone and email has become crucial for businesses. However, providing excellent customer service through these channels can be challenging. That's why we've compiled five expert tips to help you provide exceptional customer service to your customers, whether they reach out to you via phone or email....
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WordPress websites make managing your online presence a breeze

Chris Grant (he/him) March 31, 2023 0 Comments
If you're a small business owner in Swindon, having a website is essential to grow and succeed in today's digital age. Your website is often the first point of contact for potential customers, so it's crucial to make a great first impression. At O'Brien Media, we understand the importance of having a professional and easy-to-manage website, which is why we offer WordPress website design services...
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