Archive for January, 2008

SitePoint CSS Reference

By On January 28, 2008 In CSS, Web With 1 Comment Permanent Link to SitePoint CSS ReferencePermalink

I often recommend w3schools to anyone interested in learning more about web languages, specifically HTML/CSS. SitePoint now offers a similar resource which is up-to-date and very easy to understand. Both sites are worth the bookmark.

DreamHost Web Panel

By On January 23, 2008 In Hosting, Web With 5 Comments Permanent Link to DreamHost Web PanelPermalink

Anyone currently hosting through DreamHost? After a recent bad experience with LunarPages not being able to identify a PHP related problem on their servers, I’ve been host shopping for a backup plan. DreamHost seems the likely choice for my needs but I’m curious about their “Web Panel” that is used for controlling all aspects of your account. Unfortunately, there isn’t an online demo or even screenshots. Any input or advice on their service is welcome.

Raka Redesign

By On January 22, 2008 In Design, Web With 2 Comments Permanent Link to Raka RedesignPermalink

Raka Creative, a talented interactive studio in Portsmouth, NH, starts the new year off right with a fresh redesign. If you haven’t taken a peek already, check out their inspirational work and read the touching story on how Raka came to be.

When Bad Servers Rebel

By On January 18, 2008 In Hosting, Web With 4 Comments Permanent Link to When Bad Servers RebelPermalink

Between YouTube down on Tuesday, my own hosting problems for the past couple days, and 37Singals having a bad morning, it seems everyone deals with hosting issues from time to time.

37signals

YouTube Deflated

By On January 15, 2008 In Hosting, Web With 2 Comments Permanent Link to YouTube DeflatedPermalink

YouTube is down (or close to it), rendering little more than plain HTML text. Either they’re having technical difficulties or someone posted the funniest video ever made.