Author: Pixel Insert / Pixert
Protect .htaccess file
When avisitor tries to obtain access to .htaccess file, server automatically generates a 403 forbidden error. However, we can apply an extra layer of security to .htaccess Add the following Note: htaccess file permissions is 644 (chmod)
Calibrating a Macbook battery
Calibrating a Macbook battery ensures we get the longest possible running time for it. We should calibrate the battery during the first week we own it or whenever we purchase new batteries. We then calibrate it every two months If we use our macbook infrequently, it’s best to recalibrate it at least once a month.…
Limiting Access to Admin folder via .htaccess
Some CMS have admin folder. It’s an important folder because it has all the files that deal with administration. If the security of the files in it is compromised, bad things can happen. One effective option to reducing the risk of a security breach on the Admin folder is by limiting the IP addresses that…
How to get Administrator access back in WordPress?
Your role was Administrator. Suddenly, someone has changed your role in WordPress. You login to WordPress admin as a subscriber,you see Profile page instead getting fully-functional Admin page. How to get your role as an Administrator back? 1. Get help from another Administrator You can ask another Administrator to switch your current role back to…
A study case: new pixert.com
We launched our identity site, pixert.com. It’s our core system where we centered our activities and works. The new pixert.com is 2011 version. We plan to have pixert.com redesigned every year. We want to follow web design trend for that year. We implemented the following web design trend in 2011 1. Simple Color Schemes 2. Large…
How to find CentOS or RedHat version?
Most Red Hat-based distributions, like CentOS, should have a file called redhat-release which will contain the CentOS version Run the following to see what version running on your system or or or Using your redhat-release file, you can find your distribution, version and update number. This information is very helpful for technical support staff as…