Streaming with OBS

With online streaming becoming increasingly popular, there are now many options when it comes to streaming software. Streaming software typically involves “capturing” the contents of your computer screen and then broadcasting it to a streaming server. One of the most popular ways to do this is with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS), a free and open-source Read More >

How to Find a WordPress Theme

You know WordPress themes are an important piece of WordPress site development. There are thousands of free and premium themes and searching for a theme may seem overwhelming. Moreso, you may be wondering how to even start searching for a WordPress theme.  Continue reading to learn about: How to Find a WordPress Theme WordPress Theme Read More >

How to Install Red5 on CentOS 7

Red5 is a popular flash-based streaming software that allows users to stream their own content on their own server, as opposed to using a service such as Twitch or YouTube. This allows for greater control over your stream and allows you to customize how your viewers interact with your streamed content. In this article, we Read More >

How to Install Java on Ubuntu

Java is a general-purpose programming language that can be used to develop a wide variety of applications. In order to start developing with Java or installing programs that require the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) to operate, you must first install Java and the Java Development Kit (JDK). As this process differs depending on your operating Read More >

How to Reset .Htaccess File

Knowing how to reset .htaccess files on your server can save you lots of time. An .htaccess file is a configuration file Apache servers use to configure page loading and redirects. WordPress requires a specially configured .htaccess file to run, but many themes and plugins will edit the WordPress .htaccess file and may conflict with Read More >

Mastering Your WordPress Site Structure

You already know that the design of your WordPress website is very important. Countless articles tell you that your website must be visually engaging, encouraging visitors to come back regularly. However, to truly increase your audience retention, your website must have a good site structure.  Mastering your WordPress site structure is key. A good site Read More >

How to Globally Change the Font in WordPress

WordPress Templates have a default font applied to them. When you want to change the font globally throughout the site, you will need to edit the CSS that applies to that theme. The change can be made in the styles.css file, but subsequent updates to the theme will remove the modification. You would have to Read More >

Using the Jetpack Google Calendar Block

Jetpack brings a ton of functionality to WordPress. Some of the useful features include blocks that you can use in your pages or posts. If you’re a Google user like many, then you may want to make use of the Google Calendar Block. Follow the directions below to learn how to enable and use the Read More >

Using the Group Block in WordPress

Since the integration of the Gutenberg editor into WordPress in version 5.0, blocks are the foundation of building posts and pages in the visual editor. To help save you time the Group block was provided which allows you to group several blocks together. This way you can keep related content in a group and move Read More >

How to Display Recent Blog Posts on WordPress Homepage

Blogging is an important, effective way to increase traffic and engagement on your WordPress website. Moreso, by adding recent posts to your homepage, you can encourage retention by showcasing your dynamic content front and center.  In this article, we’ll show you how to easily display recent blog posts on your WordPress homepage. The instructions in Read More >

Using the Jetpack Form Block in WordPress

Jetpack provides a basic form option as one of the blocks in the WordPress editor. The form is basic and sends notifications to you via email when the form is filled. Although the form isn’t necessarily the prettiest, it does have a lot of options and provides a useful way to add a form without Read More >

Using the Business Hours Block from Jetpack

Recently, Jetpack has updated their interface for both better organization and focus on the use of the multi-faceted plugin. The plugin includes multiple blocks that are very useful for businesses. If you have a WordPress site for your business and you have a need to display your hours, then the Business Hours block is perfect Read More >

Using the Audio Widget

Using an audio file on your website can bring a tasteful element to your presentation if done appropriately. It can also be a distraction from your content, so we recommend that you only use audio when necessary and with controls for a viewer to enable or disable it. WordPress provides a way to add audio Read More >

Managing Discord User Roles

After creating your own Discord server and inviting users to join your community, you will likely want to set User Roles that determine how the different users interact with the server and which features they can access. In this article, we will outline how to create and manage Discord User Roles to help keep your Read More >

Pingbacks and Trackbacks

Each page or post that you create in WordPress allows you to have interaction with your viewers using the Discussion options. For more information on the Discussion option for comments, please view our tutorial on disabling or enabling comments for each page or post that you create. Defining Pingbacks Understanding Trackbacks Need a new home Read More >

Creating your First WordPress Site with Ansible

A low-cost High-Availability Cloud Server is one of the best ways to host websites and other web apps. However, deploying the software can be time-consuming depending on your experience level. Luckily, with our included Ansible Control Node and WordPress UltraStack Ansible Playbook, you can deploy a WordPress site with all necessary dependencies easily. In this Read More >

How to Use Jetpack’s Repeat Visitor Block

The Jetpack plugin provides many options for your WordPress site. These options include the addition of blocks that can help with your responses to posts. The Repeat Visitor Block is a great addition that can provide a response to a repeat visitor based on a number of visits. Follow the tutorial below to learn how Read More >