Google Discover Update: Early Data Shows Fewer Domains Gaining Visibility

Recent industry reporting has highlighted an important shift in how Google is surfacing content within Google Discover — and the early data suggests some meaningful changes for publishers and website owners. Google Discover works differently from traditional search. Instead of responding to a typed query, it proactively shows users articles and stories based on their interests, browsing...
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Blue and green lava lamp on desk in O'Brien Media office surrounded by plants and a pride flag

Read what we’re all about at O’Brien Media!

Read what we're all about at O'Brien Media! Established in 2006 and we're still loving every second! See what we can offer you! Meet our friendly team Having moved into the heart of Swindon's Old Town in late 2024, there are loads of exciting things happening at O'Brien Media in 2026 and we still share the same passion that we did all those years ago having never lost that startup mentality!...
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How to Change DNS Records for www and non-www in IONOS

These instructions cover how to change the DNS settings for your IONOS registered domain name to use our website hosting services while keeping any other services (email, etc) with IONOS. These instructions will work for our primary WordPress server, server1.obrienmedia.co.uk (185.230.220.186) replace the IP address to point the DNS records to any other server. 1) Log in to IONOS Go to the IONOS...
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From 2007 to Today: Rebuilding a Legacy Stock System for a Refurbished Computer Business

Many small businesses rely on software that has quietly powered their operations for years. Sometimes decades. These systems often start life as the perfect solution, but over time they slowly fall out of step with how the business really works. We recently helped Fixed Locally Computer Services replace a legacy internal system that had been in daily use since 2007. This project is a great...
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Case Study: Modernising Refurbished Computer Sales with a Bespoke Stock Management App

Customer Fixed Locally Computer Services, a small business specialising in recycling and refurbishing computers, laptops, servers and other tech. Based in Highworth, near Swindon, Wiltshire. We've worked with Steve, the owner of Fixed Locally for nearly two decades - providing websites for his businesses and maintaining the aging system used to manage stock and repairs. Project Design and...
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