Year: 2024

Protecting the Backbone of the Internet: Lessons from Recent Cable Incidents

Chris Grant (he/him) November 21, 2024 0 Comments
Two undersea internet cables connecting Finland and Sweden to mainland Europe have been severed, raising serious concerns about the resilience of global internet infrastructure. These incidents, believed by EU leaders to be acts of sabotage, highlight the vulnerabilities in the networks that underpin international connectivity. Read more about the incidents on Tom's Hardware. What Happened? The...
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Drupal 7 End of Life: What It Means and How to Prepare

Chris Grant (he/him) November 19, 2024 0 Comments
As of 5 January 2025, Drupal 7 will officially reach its end of life (EOL), bringing over 14 years of service to a close. This milestone signifies the cessation of community support, security updates, and official maintenance for Drupal 7. Website owners and administrators using Drupal 7 must act promptly to ensure their sites remain secure and functional. At O'Brien Media, we’re ready to help...
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WebP Explained: Faster Websites, Better Images

Chris Grant (he/him) November 17, 2024 0 Comments
Why WebP Images Are Revolutionising Web Design In the ever-evolving world of web design, delivering high-quality visuals while ensuring fast website performance is a constant challenge. Enter WebP, an innovative image format developed by Google to address this very issue. Offering efficient compression without compromising image quality, WebP is a win for both website designers and visitors. A...
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How to Balance Quality, Speed, and Cost Without Sacrificing Your Website’s Potential

Andrei Ghimpu November 15, 2024 0 Comments
In the world of website design and development, there’s a phrase that’s become notorious over time: “Good, Fast, Cheap – Pick Two.” It’s a tempting idea, suggesting that a client could choose two out of three options: high quality, quick delivery, or low cost. But as O'Brien Media has observed in our years of experience, this notion is more of a myth than a reliable guide. In many...
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Elevate Your Website with WordPress 6.7 and O’Brien Media’s Design Support

Chris Grant (he/him) November 13, 2024 0 Comments
Explore the New WordPress 6.7 "Rollins": Unleashing Innovative Web Design Tools On 12th November 2024, WordPress introduced its latest update, version 6.7 "Rollins," named in honour of jazz legend Sonny Rollins. This release brings together a blend of creativity and functionality that empowers developers and website owners to elevate their digital presence. Here’s a look at some of the standout...
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