The UK government has announced a pivotal update to its cybersecurity regulations, aiming to banish weak default passwords in smart devices, a common vulnerability exploited in cyber attacks. From now on, manufacturers will be required to equip all new internet-connected devices with unique passwords. This legislative move forms part of a broader effort to safeguard digital ecosystems against...

At O'Brien Media, we strive to provide transparent, effective, and comprehensive web design services. Our approach is tailored to ensure your website not only looks great but also performs excellently in a competitive digital landscape. It's important for our clients to understand that the costs associated with creating and maintaining a robust website extend beyond just development work. Here,...

We have made a small change to the way we handle emails coming into our helpdesk via our general email addresses (for sales, support, billing, and general enquiries). From 11th April 2024, we will no longer accept emails generated using marketing systems into our helpdesk when we can identify that these emails have an "unsubscribe" process. This is to combat an increased amount of spam coming...

Google's search results have recently been overwhelmed by a massive spam attack. Newly registered domains, some just 24-48 hours old, have been exploiting loopholes in Google's algorithms to rank for hundreds of thousands, and potentially millions, of keyword phrases. These domains interlink extensively, forming typical spammy link networks​​. The spammers have targeted longtail phrases,...

Hello, website owners and design enthusiasts! We're excited to bring you the latest scoop on WordPress 6.3, lovingly nicknamed "Lionel". At O'Brien Media, your go-to source for innovative website design, we're thrilled to dissect the newest major update of the year. /*! elementor-pro - v3.15.0 - 09-08-2023 */ .elementor-widget-table-of-contents...

Wiltshire, a picturesque county nestled in the heart of England, is not only known for its stunning landscapes, historic sites, and charming villages but also for its thriving small business community. As we celebrate Wiltshire Day on the 5th of June, it is an opportune moment to shine a light on the local entrepreneurs and their remarkable contributions to the county's economy and community. In...

As part of the UK's emergency response system, a nationwide Emergency Alert test is set to take place on April 23rd, 2023. The test is designed to assess the country's readiness in the event of an emergency, such as a terrorist attack or natural disaster. During the test, which will be conducted by the UK government, the Emergency Alert system will send a text message to all mobile phones in the...