The recent general election has resulted in a significant shift in the UK’s political landscape, with the Labour Party achieving a landslide victory. This change has particularly affected Swindon, where long-standing Conservative MPs Justin Tomlinson and Robert Buckland have been replaced by Labour’s Will Stone and Heidi Alexander. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Swindon,...
Transferring a .uk domain can become particularly challenging if your current registrar is unresponsive or if the domain name is registered to the registrar itself. Here’s how to navigate these scenarios: Steps to Take If Your Registrar is Unresponsive: Direct Contact Attempts: Email and Phone: Try reaching out via all available communication channels, including email and phone. Support...
The error message you’re encountering indicates that the sending mail server is identifying itself with a .local domain, which is not considered a valid public domain name. As a result, many receiving servers will reject the connection. To resolve this issue, the sending server needs to be configured to use a Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) that matches its public IP address. When a mail...
In recent weeks, many website hosting companies, including well-known names like Bluehost, have been compelled to increase their prices. This shift can largely be attributed to the escalating costs of energy and hardware. As global energy prices soar and the demand for more advanced hardware intensifies, hosting providers are left with little choice but to pass some of these costs onto their...
Living with PTSD: A Personal Journey My name is Chris, and I am the Senior Developer at O’Brien Media. Despite my professional achievements, I live with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), which has also led to anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, along with epilepsy. These conditions make daily life challenging, but with the right support and treatments, I lead a fulfilling life....
At O'Brien Media, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch, high-performing websites for our clients. As avid users of Elementor and Elementor Pro, we're excited to share some fantastic the latest update of Elementor is here, and it's packed with performance improvements that are giving our customers' websites a significant speed boost! Why Speed Matters Website speed is crucial for several...
With the UK experiencing scorching heatwaves, it's essential to adapt your office environment to stay cool, efficient, and comfortable. Here are some practical tips to ensure your workspace remains a haven of productivity, even during the hottest days. 1. Turn Off Non-Essential Electronics During peak heat, every bit of energy saved counts. Non-essential electronics such as printers, scanners,...
Google has announced that all data from Universal Analytics (UA) will be deleted on 1st July 2024. This development is critical for small businesses that have relied on UA for insights and decision-making. As we approach this deadline, it is essential to act quickly to secure your data and transition to Google Analytics 4 (GA4). What This Means for Your Business Universal Analytics has long been...
As a small business owner, staying competitive in the digital marketplace is essential. WooCommerce, a leading e-commerce platform, has just launched its latest version, WooCommerce 9.0, packed with features designed to enhance the shopping experience for both you and your customers. Enhancing the Checkout Experience The checkout process is critical for conversion rates, and WooCommerce 9.0...
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Based in our Old Town, Swindon, office, Chris oversees all website design and website development projects as well as ensuring our customers receive an excellent level of support.
