My primary development box runs Kubuntu Linux and Windows 7 in a dual-boot configuration. NTFS works with Linux, but ext4 doesn’t work with Windows, so most of my hard drive is formatted as NTFS.
Due to this unusual setup, I had some difficulty using the Automatic Update feature of WordPress. I found some problems, including what might be considered a bug in WordPress, and these are my solutions …
I’m in the market for a new hosting provider for Ghodmode Development. I acted rashly when chose GoDaddy years ago. I’ve often had billing problems and I found out recently that their support team are wholly incompetent.
So, I’ve been doing some research by comparing prices, service offerings, policies. For each interesting provider, I proceeded to look for forums and blog entries talking about the provider.
After reading comments, complaints, and rants about different providers, I decided that HostGator was worth a try. They are a low-cost provider with excellent service offerings and, most importantly, lots of happy customers.
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When I was searching for a hosting provider for Ghodmode Development, I was looking for a well-known provider with stable business. In addition to the top-quality development and design that I already provide, I also wanted to offer hosting, email, and domain registration for a complete website package.
GoDaddy.com is a large company with millions of customers. They have decent service offerings, competitive prices, Linux hosting with shell access, and 24/7 customer support. Naturally, there have been complaints, but a company with so many customers can expect to have complaints in proportion. After all, unhappy customers tend to be more outspoken than happy customers.
All was well until I needed support…
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