Archive for October, 2006


Web Hosting Explained (part II)

This is the second part of a series of articles I’m writing about Web Hosting. If you have not done so already, please read Web Hosting Explained part I.
In the previous articles I introduced you to the basics of web hosting. We will now look at the different types of web hosting that are out […]

Firefox 2.0 release

The new and shiny Firefox 2.0 will be available for download next tuesday on GetFirefox.com.
New features include:

Improved user interface
Anti-phishing features
Inline spell checking
New bookmarks and history system

What’s still missing in my opinion is resuming a failed download. With my big ass cable connection I tend to be so lazy that I download complete ISO’s with firefox. […]

Google Website Optimizer

Google released a tool called Website Optimizer. If website traffic heat maps like CrazyEgg, ClickDensity or Google Analytics’ own heat map interest you, this looks like the next generation of that kind of tool.
It’s certainly not for everyone. It can be especially useful if you sell products on your site. If you are new to […]

Multilingual websites: 3 important aspects

If you want to make your site available in multiple languages, there are important aspects you need to take into account. I will start with a list of three essential aspects and then give a detailed explanation of these aspects.

Site structure
Search engine optimization
Quality of translations

Mac OSX 10.5 Leopard release soon?

LoopRumors is reporting that Leopard might be launched sooner than planned to beat Windows Vista. It could be released as early as the beginning of 2007. In the meantime, Vista is nearing it’s release too.
Expected features of Leopard are:

portable user accounts
Front Row 2.0
Core Animation
iPhone integration (yes.. Apple will release it’s own mobile phone soon!)

The Elements of Style

Once you get the hang of it, publishing something on the web is a piece of cake. However, writing with style is a profession by itself which shouldn’t be taking too lightly. Good and pleasant writing attracts visitors and keeps them coming back.
When I realised the importance of this I started looking for books. This […]

Shell Scripting Primer

I just found this great introduction to shell scripting. It’s written by Apple and it’s called Shell Scripting Primer. It starts off by telling you about the different dialects of shell scripting but soon goes into details. Everything is accompanied by clear examples.

Testing Vista safely in 4 easy steps

Are you curious about the new Windows Vista? Are you tired of only reading reviews and seeing screenshots?
Do you want to spend some quality time with Vista? Just you and Vista, together, no strings attached? No harm done to your computer if it doesn’t work out the way you hoped it would be?
Let’s not waste […]

Is your site C.R.A.P.?

C.R.A.P. stands for: contrast, repetition, alignment and proximity. The C.R.A.P.-principles are a good set of basic rules for web designers. They can progressively increase the quality of a design.
I do not see myself as a designer but more as a programmer. When I first learnt about these principles I was immediately enthusiastic because they […]

Web Hosting Explained (part I)

In this article I will discuss the basics that are part of a web hosting company. There will be more articles following this one. My end goal of these articles is to give you enough information so you can decide what you need for your site and, maybe even more important, what you don’t need!
There […]