Secure Your Site: A Comprehensive Guide to WordPress Backup and Restoration

Backing up and restoring a WordPress website is a critical task for website administrators, ensuring that website data is not lost due to unforeseen circumstances such as server crashes, hacking, or accidental deletions. This article will guide you through the processes involved in backing up and restoring your WordPress website, an overview of popular backup and restore plugins, help you to choose the appropriate backup and restore approach, and hopefully help you recover your site quickly and efficiently when needed.

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Comparing SaaS GitHub and Self-Hosted GitLab: An In-Depth Analysis of Pros and Cons with Alternatives

On the penultimate day of the NCSC For Startups programme, there was an ad hoc discussion on code repositories and DevOps tooling. A couple of the cohort were long-time GitHub users, while we use a self-hosted version of GitLab. One of the teams had just moved from the latter to the former, while the final team used Azure DevOps. I thought it would be nice to write up an objective look at the first two options, along with alternatives, as well as summarise our decision. I didn’t want to cover Azure DevOps as I’ve just spent two years using it and I’m grateful to have escaped its clutches. Learn more here.

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Irish Unification and Scottish Independence Compared

Irish unification and Scottish independence, while both concerning the political future of parts of the UK differ significantly in their historical, cultural, and political contexts. This article was inspired by a relatively recent conversation I had comparing the two. While there are some obvious analogies the reality is they are very different. Explore the comparison with me here.

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Irish Unification: The Impact of Brexit

Brexit has had a significant impact on discussions around the possible reunification of Ireland, influencing the issue in several key ways. Let’s chase down what that looks like here.

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Exploring The Term “Losers’ Consent”: Why Context Matters

It could be easy to take the term “Losers’ Consent” as a insult. It certainly brackets “Losers”, but is this enough to be defamatory? Or is it simply a technical term in Political Science? And what does it actually mean anyway?

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Irish Unification: Could It Happen In My Lifetime?

Could there really be a free and united Ireland in my lifetime? Or is it just an unrealistic pipedream? Evidence suggests that resistance to the idea itself is breaking down, and with it, a united Ireland comes a little closer every day. Let’s break down the latest research from The Irish Times and their ARINS survey on Irish unification.

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Concise Guide to Mean, Mode, Median, Range, and Average

Understanding the fundamental principles of statistical analysis is essential. This guide aims to provide a clear, no-nonsense explanation of the basic concepts of mean, mode, median, range, and average.

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“Mind the Oranges, Marlon!” Connecting Alan Moore’s DR and Quinch and Coppola’s Ominous Citrus Symbolism in ‘The Godfather’ and Beyond

In the violently wacky and vehemently whimsical world of Alan Moore’s characters, DR and Quinch, known for their satirical and bizarre escapades, a stand-out moment is the death of the faux Marlon Brando character. Cleverly bridging the gap between their universe and that of classic Hollywood cinema of the decade before.

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Comprehensive Analysis and Critique: The Myers-Briggs® Personality Types and Their Grievances

In her article, “Here’s Why Each Myers-Briggs® Personality Type is Mad at You”, the author, Susan Storm takes us on a lighthearted tour through the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types, exploring the reasons each might be irked with you. This piece is a creative exploration into personality psychology, but it also opens a window into the broader discussion of how personality types interact in various social contexts, including how they might perceive or misinterpret the behaviours of individuals with neurodiverse conditions like Asperger’s Syndrome.

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Comparative Analysis of Cicero’s Rhetoric and Patrick Winston’s Communication Techniques

The art of rhetoric and public speaking has evolved significantly over centuries, yet the foundational principles established by ancient orators like Cicero resonate even in contemporary discourse. This essay aims to juxtapose the rhetorical techniques of Cicero, a master orator of the Roman era, with the modern communication insights provided by Patrick Winston, a renowned professor and expert in artificial intelligence. By comparing their approaches, we can discern both the timeless nature of effective communication and the nuanced adaptations necessary in the modern era.

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The Rhetorical Mastery of Cicero: Techniques and Tools for Effective Speaking and Persuasion

Marcus Tullius Cicero, an eminent Roman statesman, lawyer, and orator of the first century B.C., left an indelible mark on the art of rhetoric and public speaking. His contributions, encapsulated in works like “De Oratore,” “Brutus,” and “Orator,” not only define the standards of eloquence in his era but continue to influence modern communication. This essay delves into the various techniques and tools Cicero employed and advocated for effective speaking and persuasion.

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Patrick Winston “How to Speak” MIT Lecture Analysed

Parrick Winston’s “How to Speak” end of year lecture was a firm favourite at MIT running for over 40 years. This article reviews the last of these lectures captured at MIT on YouTube, providing a summary, a breakdown of key points, an expansion of each of them, a critique of the lecture, and some pointers for future enhancements.

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Shadow IT: overview, history, current status, and future considerations

Shadow IT, the use of technology outside official channels, has been a part of corporate life for decades. Evolving with technological advancements, it reflects a balance between innovation and control. This article delves into its history, current status, and future, exploring how organizations navigate this complex terrain.

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Hedy Lamarr: Star of Screen and Science

In the galaxy of great inventors and thinkers, Hedy Lamarr shines as a dual star, illuminating both the silver screen and the scientific world. A legendary film actress by day and a groundbreaking inventor by night, Lamarr’s legacy transcends her Hollywood fame, stretching into the very fabric of our digital lives.

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Sam Simpson’s Founder Catalyst Guide: Mastering Investment Readiness

Are you looking to pitch to investors? How about a list of key items to cover? Sam Simpson, serial entrepreneur and founder of Founder Catalyst, has a useful article on the key points to pitch to investors called on “Nineteen easy steps to scare off potential investors”. This article categorises the key recommendations by group, where each group represents a common theme or aspect of startup fundraising and provides insights into potential pitfalls and best practices within that category.

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Video Conferencing’s Impact on Human Interaction: A Deeper Dive Beyond Zoom

Uncover the nuances of video conferencing’s effects on our neural processes and social interactions, with a critical eye on the singular focus of current research on Zoom, and a call for more inclusive studies, in response to the recent article from The Independent and research from Yale University.

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Comprehensive Analysis and Critique of “Hey tech billionaires, if you want to talk about radical change, let’s abolish venture capitalism”

In this analysis, I delve into Samantha Floreani’s Guardian article, which offers a critical perspective on the technology industry, venture capitalism, and its influential figures. I aim to provide a balanced review, highlighting the article’s strengths while suggesting areas for improvement and further exploration.

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Mastering Product Sheets: Insights and Tips from Kim Gusta’s Expert Guide

This article revisits and expands upon the principles laid out by Kim Gusta in her guide on crafting effective technology product datasheets. We aim to provide additional clarity and context to her valuable tips, helping readers create product sheets that are not just informative but also engaging. Whether you’re familiar with the intricacies of marketing or new to the field, this article is designed to be a helpful resource in optimizing your product datasheets. Plus additional assistance to the neurodiverse.

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