Year: 2023

Unpacking the Magic: Web Design Tech for Your Small Biz in Plain English

Chris Grant (he/him) October 19, 2023 0 Comments
 Let's make sense of the tech-jargon Okay, so you're probably hearing buzzwords flying around like "Responsive Design" or "Progressive Web Apps". It's like everyone's speaking another language, right? Let's make sense of this tech jargon and chat about what actually matters for your growing business. 1. Responsive Web Design (RWD) Imagine visiting a shop where everything rearranges itself to fit...
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Friday the 13th and Web Technology: Superstitions in the Digital Age

Chris Grant (he/him) October 13, 2023 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we're no strangers to the world of web technology. We've seen it all: from the latest trends in web design to the most intricate coding challenges. But today, being Friday the 13th, we thought we'd take a light-hearted look at how superstitions might play a role in the digital realm. 1. The Unlucky Number 404 We've all encountered the dreaded 404 error page. It's the digital...
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HTTP/2 Rapid Reset: The New Threat Looming Over the Web

Chris Grant (he/him) October 11, 2023 0 Comments
In the ever-evolving world of web security, a new threat has emerged that has the potential to wreak havoc on virtually every website. This threat, known as the HTTP/2 Rapid Reset vulnerability, has been publicly announced by tech giants like Cloudflare, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google. Understanding the HTTP/2 Rapid Reset Exploit The vulnerability primarily targets the HTTP/2 and HTTP/3...
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The Undeniable Power of Offline Marketing for Small Businesses in 2023

Chris Grant (he/him) October 07, 2023 0 Comments
In this digital age, many businesses have shifted their focus entirely to online marketing. However, as we venture into 2023, traditional methods of print and offline marketing are proving more relevant than ever for small businesses. Here's why: 1. Competing with the Big Players Just because a business is small doesn't mean it can't make a significant impact. In fact, small businesses often have...
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Decoding Google’s October 2023 Core Algorithm Update

Chris Grant (he/him) October 06, 2023 0 Comments
Understanding Google's October 2023 Core Algorithm Update At O’Brien Media, we always strive to keep our readers updated with the latest in the digital world. This month, we're diving into Google's recent announcement - the rollout of its "October 2023 Core Update." A Glimpse into the Update Google has unveiled its third core algorithm update for the year, following the updates in March and...
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Search Page Stars Makes Your Reviews Visible in Search Results

Make your business website shine on Google with Search Page Stars Make reviews from Facebook, Trustpilot, Etsy, Airbnb, and more visible on Google as shining stars! Talk to us about Search Page Stars Get stars under your search results Ever wondered why some web pages display yellow stars next to them on Google’s search results? It’s not favouritism or luck or some other form of arbitrary...
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O’Brien Media Shortlisted for the Techies Awards 2023!

Chris Grant (he/him) September 29, 2023 0 Comments
We are thrilled to announce that O’Brien Media has been named a finalist in the Techies Awards for 2023! We are shortlisted in the "Flying the Flag for Swindon & Wiltshire Tech" category, a recognition presented to companies that are significantly contributing to putting Swindon and Wiltshire on the national and global stage for innovative technology. The announcement was made by The...
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Inbox Insights: A Deep Dive into SpamAssassin’s Email Filtering

Chris Grant (he/him) September 28, 2023 0 Comments
In the vast world of emails, approximately 45% of those sent in 2022 were categorised as spam. Thanks to advanced email filtering software like SpamAssassin, users are spared from sifting through these unwanted messages. For email marketers and agencies like O'Brien Media, ensuring that emails land in the recipient's inbox and not the spam folder is crucial for successful email marketing...
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Unleashing Creativity with Microsoft Copilot

Chris Grant (he/him) September 26, 2023 0 Comments
In the realm of technological evolution, Microsoft brings forth another groundbreaking innovation, Microsoft Copilot, your everyday AI companion, designed to transform the way we relate to technology. Empowering Creativity Microsoft Copilot is not just about completing tasks; it's about unleashing creativity. It brings the power of generative AI to apps like Paint, allowing users to create and...
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