September 23, 2020
How Does IP Address Affect Site Performance and Security
It is a common misunderstanding that a shared IP address is not ideal for site performance and security. This is because most uninformed people mistake a shared IP address with a shared server. In a shared server scenario, the resources and computing power of a single server is shared by multiple websites, which can sometimes lead to privacy concerns. A shared IP address, on the other hand, means that the domain is mapped to an IP address that is shared between multiple domains. Both dedicated addresses as well as shared IP addresses can be suitable for hosting a website. In fact, the server on which the site is hosted will have more effect on its functionality and performance. Most web[…]
August 25, 2020
Is a Dedicated IP Address Mandatory to Install an SSL Certificate?
An SSL certificate works by encrypting the data sent and received from/by a user’s device to/from a website. This gives users a secure channel to enter the necessary information on the browser and communicate with the webserver. Having an SSL certificate is also seen to help the website ranking and lead to better visibility on search engine result pages. Earlier, installing an SSL certificate was possible only on dedicated IP addresses. Yet as the importance of a secure internet grew, developments in technology created a way for shared IP addresses to use SSL certificates as well. This is possible through the Server Name Indicator or SNI, which allows a webserver to create different virtual host environments and host multiple SSL[…]
July 9, 2020
What is a Dedicated IP Address and How it Can be Beneficial
A dedicated IP address, also known as static IP address, is the unique IPv4 address (or IPv6 address, if your ISP has transitioned to it) that is assigned exclusively to your account. Dedicated IP addresses are generally used for web hosting and running specific server applications. It allows you to view the website using its IP address instead of entering the URL in the browser. This can be beneficial to access the website FTP when the domain name is otherwise inaccessible for some reason. Below are some of the main benefits of using a static IP address. How Using a Dedicated IP Address Can Be Beneficial A static IP address allows you to view the website before pointing the domain[…]
May 11, 2020
How to Protect your IP Address from Cybercriminals
Cybercriminals can easily find your IP address and utilize that for targeted attacks or malicious activities. Sometimes, hackers can even trick users into revealing their IP address through social engineering and using instant messaging applications. Likewise, online gamers, who share their screens for live streaming, are also vulnerable to IP address hacking. After finding your IP address, hackers can use that to launch phishing attacks, DDoS attacks, or even gain access to your physical address for large-scale attacks. Therefore, it is very important to mask your IP address and protect yourself against cybercriminals. Below are some ways to secure your IP address. Use a VPN Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is the simplest method to hide your IP address[…]
October 25, 2019
The Advantages of Choosing a Dedicated DHCP Server
DHCP or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol servers work by providing and assigning IP addresses automatically, along with default gateways as well as other network parameters to the client device in order to broadcast their queries. As the protocol sends the required elements automatically, this allows the client to communicate properly on the network without requiring the network administrator to manually configure each client in the network. In a large enterprise, manually setting up the clients joining the network can be quite cumbersome the network administrator. With the DHCP server in place, each of the clients would be assigned a unique dynamic IP address, which would change automatically when the client’s lease has expired that IP address. Choosing a centralized, dedicated[…]
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