The Unlimited Bandwidth Myth
When choosing a hosting plan, a big sell is “unlimited” bandwidth. The problem? It is probably not unlimited in the black and white version of the word the way we read it. This article at FindMyHosting.com explains the truth behind unlimited hosting:
The Attraction to Unlimited
When consumers decide they want to place a website on the internet, they are often unaware of the fact that there are limitations. Unlimited is attractive because it requires no further thought. If it’s unlimited then I never need to worry about running out right? Although this is understandable, there are risks with purchasing unlimited plans.
As cliche’ as it sounds, read the fine print whether in miniature lettering in the Terms of Service agreement or in the footer of the web page.
The Unlimited Myth
Many web hosting companies offer “unlimited” as a plan feature. It is impossible for any provider to actually provide an unlimited amount of bandwidth or disk space. It’s just not possible.
For web hosts, the attraction of providing such a plan is in the hopes that the majority of their clients will never actually reach the point of exceeding the bandwidth/disk usage limits that would, in turn, push their profits of service sales into the ground. Read more
[STATUS] Emergency Maintenance Window – May 22nd, 2009
Maintenance Window Start Date & Time: May 22nd, 2009 04:00 PM CT
Maintenance Window End Date & Time: May 22nd, 2009 06:00 PM CT
Impact on Customers: Intermittent loss of connectivity possible during maintenance window.
Scope of Work: Kyvon will be replacing the system board in the VMWare server at our data center located at 710 Tucker. The maintenance will affect Hosted Exchange clients on both the WINPSA-03 and LINPSA-04 servers intermittently, and an emergency maintenance window is required to perform the procedure. Read more
How-To: Set Up Email in Outlook 2003
In a new series of “How-To”s, we will provide instructions for setting up email accounts in various mail programs. While utilizing the Kyvon webmail is convenient from locations other than your office, using a mail client (such as Outlook) is sufficient for both organizing and maintaining your e-mail.
The first in this series is a tutorial for setting up an e-mail account in Outlook 2003. A short video version of this tutorial is available after the instructions, below.
This tutorial will show you how to create an email account in Outlook 2003.
- In the main navigation toolbar select Tools->Email Accounts.
- Select Add a New E-Mail Account in the E-Mail Accounts window. Hit Next.
- Typically, you will be creating a POP3 account. In the Server Type window, select POP3. Hit Next.
Misfired Messaging
Email Bloopers Happen to the Best of Us.
Last fall, during the hectic time shortly before my wedding, I sent an email to a close friend. With the delightful drama that almost always butts it’s shiny head into the planning stages of such an event, the email included a slight rant regarding said drama. Unfortunately, I jumbled my pal’s email address and instead sent the message to the person I happened to be ranting about. EPIC FAIL.
We’ve all done this. Whether it be hitting “Reply to All” and sending that message (which of course bears the tag “TMI”- Too Much Information) to the entire office or repeating my failure to type an email address properly, most of us have had our ‘blonde’ messaging moments.
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Work Pro-actively With Kyvon’s AktiveNet Service
I suppose there are things in life you’d rather not think of- like oil changes. However, there are no real strong arguments rebutting the obvious benefits of “upkeep”. Like an automobile, or anything mechanical, your Network needs maintenance too! And, like most maintenance, it’s probably the thing you think of least…. until your engine seizes on a desolate, country road. Now, your cell phone might save you from being stranded (if it’s battery is charged -upkeep), but it wont save you from a $2000 bill that your mechanic says could’ve been avoided by regular oil changes!
There are also studies that suggest a clean, well maintain automobile provides drivers with confidence, reassurance and positive mental attitudes. The same could be said for your Network. A Network with cleanly organized wiring and peripherals, can boost your machine’s performance along with employee confidence in operations, and provide positive end results that are noticeable to your clients. And, if there is an issue, support can be provided much more effeciently to a device that is both monitored and maintenaced properly.
Have you ever wished a vendor could EMAIL that invoice, or waited on that ONE computer in the back (usually from the early 90’s) to print? How ’bout sporadic internet access on a Monday morning, and/or an email ‘inbox’ has exceeded its capacity???
Happy to be Your Host
How do you choose a web host? What is a “deal breaker” for you in this decision-making process and do you know what you should be looking for?
Smashing Magazine, a web publication dedicated to providing information for web designers and developers, posted an article on Sunday listing 9 handy steps to choosing a web host and what to do if you already have a hosting provider. The article highlights classic tips such as “You Pay for What You Get” and “Check Out Their Reputation,” while also plunging into the depths of web hosting myths. Read more
Are You Patched Against the Conficker.C Virus? Don’t Wait for April 1st to Find Out.
In early March, security researchers identified a new version of the Conficker virus, called Conficker.C. This third variant of the virus, like its predecessors, exploits the vulnerability patched by Microsoft’s security bulletin MS08-067, released in October 2008.
While not currently released, it has been confirmed that this virus will become active and malicious on April 1, 2009.
Conficker.C is a major revision of the original virus. This variant includes new functionality that ranges from new infection methods to disabling security tools. The Conficker.C virus will scan and kill processes for security products including disabling: firewalls, patch deployment, and antivirus software. Read more
[STATUS] Maintenance Window – March 29th, 2009
Maintenance Window Start Date & Time: March 29th, 2009 11:00 PM CT
Maintenance Window End Date & Time: March 30th, 2009 03:00 AM CT
Impact on Customers: Intermittent loss of connectivity possible during maintenance window.
Scope of Work: In our efforts to constantly improve and maintain our infrastructure, Kyvon will be completing upgrades on core network equipment at our data center located at 710 Tucker. The maintenance will affect clients intermittently, and a maintenance window is required to perform the procedure.
Duration: 4 Hours
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments via our online support form or via phone at 314-544-0011. Please note: posting in the comments is not an official way to contact Kyvon.
Think Before You Tweet
With what seems to be everyone jumping on the Web 2.0 bandwagon, are your blogs, social networking accounts, and Twitter posts hurting your company’s bottom line?
As a blogger myself, I tend to share the strangest details with the world. I write about my personal life, events around St. Louis, and a few hobbies of mine. Yet, because I do love my job and have common sense, I don’t write about work, my bosses, or customers. Seems easy, doesn’t it?
According to an article posted yesterday on MSNBC.com, employees still don’t seem to have a clue who is reading their blog posts, skimming their Facebook pages, and following them on Twitter.
Why waste valuable social networking hours getting yourself “Facebook fired,” when Twitter allows you to humiliate yourself quickly, and in 140 characters or less?
The article reviews a recent Twitter post mishap by a would-be Cisco employee who made the mistake of forgetting to think twice before he shared with the world. That world included a Channel Partner Advocate for Cisco, who reminded that would-be employee that they were paying attention.
Other than worrying about being “Facebook Fired” or “Twitter Fired,” employees should also be concerned what clients or would-be customers are seeing on the web. Even deleting a post after-the-fact won’t help their case much thanks to Google Cache.
A suggestion from a social-networking and blogging enthusiast who loves her job dearly? Think twice before you post. Do you want your mother, boss, friends, the world to see what you feel the need to share? If you don’t want to filter your blog posts, make your blog private so that only those you choose to share with will be able to read what you felt necessary to write.
If you still aren’t sure that you want to hold back, consider what pays your bills. If you had to choose between posting that note to Twitter about how ignorant your boss is, or getting that paycheck at the end of the week, which would you prefer?
Happy St. Patrick’s Day From Kyvon
Well, I can’t say I am full blooded Irish – which I understand is the worst kind – but my beloved grandmother (God rest her soul) was a fine Irish lass. She so inspired me that this year I will be celebrating my wedding day in the lush, green lands of Ireland! County Monaghan to be exact. So, it is today I give a special cheer to the Green Brigade! May all your blessing come true this St. Pat day – and may we all remember the true meaning behind this day – St. Patrick’s Soul, and his pilgrimage to bring the love of Christ to all of Ireland! Erin Go Braugh!
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