Hello, it’s your old pal Uncle URL here to ask the questions you may not want to ask, because it seems like everyone else already knows the answer! Don’t worry, I’ll ask for you! Today’s question is all about WordPress. Anytime someone mentions a website, they say...
Uncle URL asks: “What is a DNS Record”
What is a DNS Record? This article will briefly explain what a DNS Record is, how many types of DNS Records there are, and why you would ever need to know or care! The DNS stands for “Domain Name Server”. What does that mean? What’s in a name? A name can be humorous,...
Uncle URL asks “What is a SSL certificate”?
Welcome back everyone. Would you ever go into a store that had a sign that said "This store is not secure"? Would you feel comfortable even shopping around, much less buying something from that store? Have you ever gone to a website that had the words "not secure"...
How to protect yourself against malware in three easy steps
Hello everyone! It's your old pal Uncle URL. When it comes to life, I am a winner. But sometimes, just sometimes, when it comes to technology stuff, I am not a winner, I'm a wiener. Sometimes I don't know things that everyone around me just seems to know and...
Cookies…Ha!…What are they good for? Actua-lly something!
What are internet cookies? What happens when you accept cookies on the internet? Is it safe? Didn’t my mom tell me not accept cookies from strangers, or something like that? Hey there, it’s your old pal Uncle URL. I’m as confused as ever and trying to get...
What is a Google Business Listing?
What is my Business Profile on Google? What is a Business Listing on Google? That is the last thing your old pal Uncle URL thought of as I went to sleep last night. Well, second to last. The last thing on my mind was another Twinkie. Just delicious. I know Google is...
Why do I need web hosting?
“Why do I need web hosting”? That question comes up very often in our business. Welcome back to Tech Know with Uncle Url! Remember, there are no dumb questions, but that doesn’t stop me from feeling dumb when I ask them, so instead of you feeling silly, I’ll ask...
What is the difference between a URL and a domain name?
What is the difference between a URL and a domain name? Welcome back to Tech Know with Uncle Url! Remember, there are no dumb questions, but that doesn’t stop me from feeling dumb when I ask them, so instead of you feeling silly, I’ll ask the questions for you! This...