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 –>
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 –>
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 –>
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 –>
What is an API? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting In order to better understand what an API is, it’s easier to first ask: What is not an API? An API can be many things, but these are a few things it cannot be: A singular computer program that runs and executes a defined set of functions and nothing else.A database full of various bits of information.A programming language. Continue reading –>
What is Colocation? Updated on March 19, 2025 by Jennifer Fan Colocation is a hosting service where businesses place their servers in data centers operated and managed by third-party experts. It’s a great option for businesses that want to control their servers without worrying about running a data center.In this article, we’ll break down what colocation hosting is, what colocation services include, and how it compares to other types of hosting. Continue reading –>
What is a Brute Force Attack? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting Every day, it seems that there are frightening new announcements about how easy it is to be hacked and how much of your data may already be in the hands of cyber-criminals. Malware, ransomware, data breaches, Trojan viruses — all these terms have now become part of our vernacular; indeed, these are the kinds of computer problems that make IT experts start to sweat. Continue reading –>
What is a CTA? Call to Action Definition and Examples Updated on June 12, 2025 by Guest Contributor If you have a website, you have a call to action (CTA), whether you realize it or not. At the most basic level, a CTA is a design element that entices the visitor to take a certain action, whether it’s signing up for an email list or purchasing a product. Continue reading –>
Common Web Hosting Definitions and What They Mean Updated on May 3, 2024 by Carrie Smaha If you’re trying to get a web-based business off the ground, you’re going to have to understand some basic technical terms used when discussing the Internet, web hosting, types of servers, content management systems, and more. Unfortunately for newbies out there, this information can be hard to understand and many web hosting information sites can seem like they are written in a foreign language. Continue reading –>
What Is Whitespace and Why Is It Important? Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting We live in a time where there is so much information. When a designer or content creator sets out to create a new website or design, how can they compete against all of the other websites and content? What can make their content stand out? Continue reading –>
What is a CMS? Content Management System Updated on January 23, 2024 by Carrie Smaha You may have heard the term CMS. It stands for Content Management System. But what is it exactly, and why should it matter to you? What Is a CMS? A Content Management System is software that empowers users to create, edit, and publish content effortlessly. Most CMSs are known for streamlining the creation, management, and delivery of digital content, enabling users to build and maintain websites without extensive coding knowledge. On a website with a CMS installed, the content and media are managed through an administration area called the “backend” or “dashboard.” This area is also where you can manage the layout of the website. Continue reading –>
Do I Need a Dedicated IP Address? Updated on April 25, 2025 by Shay Bravo Website hosting providers typically offer set packages with different features customers can choose from based on their needs. One of the important decisions businesses have to make is whether the IP address that comes with their server is sufficient or if they need to upgrade to a dedicated IP address. Continue reading –>
SSD vs HDD Hosting: What’s the Difference Updated on January 23, 2024 by InMotion Hosting When selecting a fast hosting solution, you must consider many factors. Among them: choosing the right type of storage – SSD or HDD. Historically, hard disk drives (HDD), also known as magnetic storage devices, have been the most common type of storage available. These drives have been around for decades and can store large amounts of data very cheaply. Magnetic storage devices include hard disk drives, magneto-optical drives (e.g. CDROMs, DVDs) tapes, and floppy disks. Continue reading –>
