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notes from the field.
What we have learned in 23 years, what you should know before asking for a quote, and our industry-specific observations.
cPanel or DirectAdmin? Which one to choose
We compared cPanel and DirectAdmin on interface, resource use, license cost and learning time. Find out which one suits your project.
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Installing DirectAdmin on a VPS: step-by-step guide
How to install DirectAdmin on a VPS or server: requirements, hostname setup, the install script and first steps after login. You can leave it to us too.
How to get a DirectAdmin license: choosing a plan
How to get a DirectAdmin license and what separates the Personal, Lite and Standard plans. How to choose the right plan for your accounts and domains.
What is DirectAdmin? Features and who should use it
DirectAdmin is a light hosting panel that manages sites, email and databases on Linux servers. What it does, who it suits and what to watch for.
SSL certificates and backups in DirectAdmin
How to get a free SSL certificate in DirectAdmin and how to create and restore backups. Practical steps for automatic renewal and safe backups.
What is AutoDJ? How your radio stays on air when you are not
AutoDJ keeps your radio playing without a break when nobody is live. How it works, how it combines with live shows, and which settings and mistakes matter.
Recording live DJ shows: step by step in SonicPanel
The steps to record live DJ shows as MP3 in SonicPanel, download and delete them; what to know about disk use, automatic deletion and DJ access.
Eight questions to ask when choosing a CRM
Eight questions to answer with your team before buying a CRM: channels, per-user pricing, automation, data migration, support and exit terms.
7 decisions to make before building an online store
Platform choice, payment, shipping, returns and data protection: what to settle before starting an online store, and the mistakes that get expensive later.
What a real estate website needs to win listings without portals
Your own site complements listing portals instead of replacing them. Listing structure, search, maps and contact that bring buyers straight to you.
Encoder buffer and latency: the right setting for live shows
Encoder buffer and latency, how they balance, and good starting settings for home and studio connections. Manage dropouts and delay together.
What is an encoder? How a live radio show reaches the server
The encoder is the exit point of a live show. Its settings (bitrate, format, mount point, password), common mistakes and a pre-air checklist.
What are concurrent listeners? How capacity is calculated
Calculate the bandwidth you need from bitrate and listener count, what happens when the listener limit fills, and realistic capacity planning.
