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News
Chris Grant (he/him)

Free Cloudflare Protection Our Hosting Services – and the Lava Lamp Magic Behind It!

At O’Brien Media, we’re big believers in making life easier – and safer – for our customers. Whether you’re running a one-page site for your local business or managing a fully-fledged online store, we’ve got your back when it comes to website security and performance. That’s why we include free Cloudflare protection with every domain name registration and website hosting package we offer.

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Tech
Andrei Ghimpu

QR Codes: Expanding Applications and Emerging Trends in 2025

In our 2022 discussion, we explored the growing applications of QR codes across various industries. Fast forward to 2025, and QR codes have not only solidified their presence but have also evolved with innovative uses and technological advancements.

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Business
Chris Grant (he/him)

O’Brien Media: New Email Hosting Platform Powered by iRedMail

In the realm of digital communications, email remains a cornerstone. Recognizing its critical role, O’Brien Media has strategically established a new, independent email hosting platform, distinct from our website hosting services. This platform is powered by iRedMail, a leading open-source mail server solution.

Illustration of web hosting components including shared, dedicated, VPN, and cloud hosting with server racks
Business
Chris Grant (he/him)

O’Brien Media’s New Cutting-Edge Hosting Platform Going Into 2024

In the dynamic world of web hosting, making the right technological choices is crucial. At O’Brien Media, we’ve carefully selected Debian Linux, Nginx, PHP, MariaDB, and Node as the core components of our hosting platform. This combination, coupled with our commitment to virtualization and containerization, offers unparalleled performance, security, and scalability. Here’s a deep dive into why these technologies are the cornerstone of our hosting services.

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Business
Chris Grant (he/him)

Unpacking the Magic: Web Design Tech for Your Small Biz in Plain English

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, a compelling and functional website is the cornerstone of any successful small business. As the web continues to evolve, so do the tools and technologies we use to create these dynamic digital experiences. But with so many options available, how do you ensure you’re using the best website design technologies for your small business?

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Tech
Chris Grant (he/him)

O’Brien Media Embraces Domain Connect

At O’Brien Media, we understand the importance of having a domain that works seamlessly with your website, which is why we’re embracing Domain Connect.

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Ecommerce latest news
Dylan Fernandez

WhatsApp to Launch Customer-Business Chat Feature

Businesses can now communicate directly with their customers using WhatsApp’s new service. Meta has launched more shopping-focused features on the messaging system, among other platforms.