What is Platform as a Service (PaaS)? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Platform as a Service, also known as PaaS, provides its users with a “pay-as-you-go” software interface for developing and deploying applications. PaaS is most useful in automating repetitive or extraneous setup tasks (like installing and configuring software libraries) so developers can save time and resources. Distributing your development tools in this fashion can have a significant effect on your whole development team workflow. Continue reading –>
Attacks on Elementor Pro and Ultimate Addons Place WordPress Sites at Risk Posted on May 13, 2020 by InMotion Hosting Update: Elementor Pro has released version 2.9.4 to patch the vulnerability as of May 7, 2020. The maker of the Ultimate Addons -Brainstorm Force- has also released the patched version, version 1.24.2. If you are using Elementor Pro or the Ultimate Addons plugin please update to this version immediately. Continue reading –>
What is a Customer Relationship Management (CRM)? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Customer relationship management (CRM) gives you an interface for connecting with customers (old and new) to properly nurture a mutually beneficial relationship. What Does a CRM System Do? First and foremost, contacts. CRM is all about managing a list of customer contacts. These contacts may be names, email addresses, phone numbers, and more. The more information you have about your customers the better. Would you like to reach out to a customer on their birthday and send a nice message? CRM helps you do that. Continue reading –>
Using Evernote as a File System for Business and Productivity Updated on December 9, 2025 by InMotion Hosting The power of a reference file system often goes unappreciated. As any knowledge worker worth his salt will tell you, you can’t hold every bit of information you receive in your head. No matter how spacious your mind is, you will eventually forget something important or let a good idea slip away. This is where having a more rigorous file program can ease the load. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Pet Project: Grooming the Purrrfect Employee for Remote Work Updated on August 7, 2020 by InMotion Hosting For a lot of us, work looks a bit different these days. While several of us are doing the same jobs we’ve been doing, our new “offices” and working conditions can take some getting used to. Working remote comes with its own set of challenges, but the biggest adjustment to remote life? The influx of new “coworkers.” Continue reading –>
What is a Blog? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting A blog is technically an index of web pages (usually referred as “posts”) typically displayed in reverse chronological order (newest first). Originally, blogs were a way for people around the world to share a digital log of activities, interests, and various media (like image galleries). In many ways, smaller blogs have remained a form of digital diary. However, most high-profile blogs in recent years have been incorporated into larger marketing strategies. Continue reading –>
Increase Website Engagement — Best Survey and Quiz Plugins for WordPress Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Simply creating and launching a website will not lead to online growth. To successfully build and maintain your web presence, you must continually engage your audience and give them reasons to return to your website regularly. Continue reading –>
What is Linux? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Linux (or, the Linux kernel) is an open source software project that powers a wide variety of computing applications. Many of the world’s most popular websites run on Linux-powered software. The Android phone operating system runs on a modified version of the Linux kernel. Continue reading –>
How to Allow Blog Post Submissions on Your WordPress Website Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting It’s no secret that consistently adding relevant, quality blog posts to your website helps increase your traffic and, subsequently, your business. However, committing to regular content creation and posting is simply unrealistic for many businesses. Continue reading –>
Work From Home Tips From a Telework Pro Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting If you’re new to the world of working remotely, let me start by saying, welcome to the club! Those of us who have been working remotely for some time now can be a great resource for colleagues adjusting to their new work from home lifestyles. Continue reading –>
InMotion Hosting Help and Resources During Pandemic Posted on April 13, 2020 by InMotion Hosting The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in the USA, and around the world, in different ways. While the prognosis is not always good, we can find encouragement in the many ways our friends and neighbors are pulling together to help each other out. Continue reading –>
Working From Home? Here Are The Best Zoom Alternatives For Online Video Conferencing Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Working from home is quickly becoming the rule instead of the exception. In order to maintain growth in today’s world, businesses must learn how to continue operations online — which includes implementing and using a reliable video conferencing platform. Continue reading –>
What is a Virtual Machine (VM)? Updated on March 5, 2024 by InMotion Hosting The easiest way to think of a virtual machine (VM) would be as a computer within a computer. Current technology and processing power now allow for easy creation of virtual computing environments within a “host” computer. Read on to learn what this means and how you can take advantage of this technology. Continue reading –>
How to Build a Professional WordPress Website Fast Updated on January 23, 2024 by Shay Bravo You need to get online quickly. You’ve already purchased your hosting and set up your email, but now you need to create your website. The great news is that you can easily create a beautiful website with WordPress. Continue reading –>
Tips for Virtual Interviewing Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting We all know the usual interview process, maybe a round of phone interviews, an aptitude test or technical assessment, then the onsite invitation. You get dressed up in your “power outfit”, you know, the one that makes you feel like you own the place, and head into the office for an interview. You meet the team, make small talk, tour the building, and if all ends well, you land the job! Well, throw all that out the window…with social distancing now in place, virtual interviewing is becoming the new normal. Continue reading –>