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The O’Brien Media Digital Insider Blog

News
Chris Grant (he/him)

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

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.

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Drupal
Chris Grant (he/him)

Drupal 7 End of Life: What It Means and How to Prepare

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.

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Website Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

WebP Explained: Faster Websites, Better Images

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.

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SERPs in a cartoon laptop with clouds behind
Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

The Debate Over “Above the Fold” in Web Design: A Balanced Perspective

The concept of “above the fold” in web design has long been a cornerstone of layout strategy. Originating from the print industry—where key headlines were displayed on the top half of the newspaper to attract buyers—“above the fold” has maintained a prominent position in digital design. But in today’s evolving web environment, how relevant is this concept?

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