There are many different varieties of web hosting plans available today. You may have heard about the Linux web hosting plans. I am not certain if Linux is known to many, but for those who do not have any idea about Linux, Linux is an operating system that is an alternative to the Windows operating system. Linux was developed by Linus Torvalds, a young student from the University of Helsinki in Finland. Linux was developed to replace the Minux operating system. Companies like IBM, Hewlett-Packard and other giant names in the computer industry have accepted Linux and assisted on its continuing development.

Linux can be directly in integrated into microchips; the process is called “embedding” and is being used in many devices. All users of Linux get a source code with their operating system, and so it is considered as an operating system.
The LAMP: Linux operating system includes a software bundle called the Linux-Apache-MySQL-PHP/Pert/Python or simply LAMP. Apache is the most popular web server program, and most websites on the internet are using the Apache. It is a multi platform server. My SQL is an open source database that provides multiple accesses to users to many online databases; it is a free database you can set up to your server that will allow you to save data. PHP/Pert/Python are all programming language primarily used to interact with web page. PHP is mostly used by Linux for web hosting solution support. Whereas Pert and Python are not completely accepted by all web hosting service providers, only few web hosting companies gives support for the Pert and Python languages.

Difference between Linux and Windows: Some users who are considering shifting from Windows to Linux or Linux to Windows must understand the pros and cons of each operating system. If users do not know the difference between the two operating systems, it will be a hard decision to make which of the two operating systems will better match your needs. Truth is, there is not much difference between the two, and most users would not even recognize the dissimilarities are not thoroughly observed. Nevertheless, there are important dissimilarities between the two that might help you to decide. If most of your applications and programming tools are designed for windows, then you might want to consider using Windows operating system. Or vice versa, if you are planning to use Linux-based programs and applications, then Linux operating system is the right one for you.

Security, Reliability and Performance: Microsoft Windows has made vast improvements in terms of security but it is still the most susceptible operating system to viruses. On the other hand, Linux has been always very safer operating system. Linux is a reliable operating system; it can run for years without the need to reboot. The reliability of windows has been improved over the past versions of windows but it still cannot match the reliability of the Linux. In terms of performance, there is no noticeable difference between the two.

Cost: Windows cost about $50-$150 US DOLLARS per licensed copy. While most of the Linux variants are available for free or at a lower price than windows. If price and reliability matters to you on web hosting, then Linux is the better option for you.

As the most popular blogging software, especially open source software, in the world today, WordPress stands head and shoulders above the rest. While there are plenty of reasons that WordPress is so popular, it is the simple customization factor that a great many bloggers appreciate. While you may not know how to customize WordPress, you really don’t have to be a coding expert in order to change even the most basic WordPress blog into what you want. The community centered around WordPress is vast and many of them offer free plugins that take the hassle out of having to code one yourself. Since they are free, you can use them even if you are an amateur blogger, but if you are trying to earn money with your blog then you will like some of the plugins designed to help you do exactly that – rake in the big bucks.

Whether you want a WordPress photo gallery plugin or a way to quicktag, WordPress has it all. Let’s take a look at a handful of great plugins you can get started using today:

Google Sitemap – This is a super handy plugin because it allows you to create a map of your site, like the name suggests. What good is that? Well, it makes it simple for your users to navigate your entire blog, but even more importantly it lets search engines like Google know where all your posts are so they get indexed more quickly. That means more traffic for your blog.

MobilePress – This helps you get your blog mobile friendly, a very important aspect to have in this day and age of smartphones. The ever popular iPhone visitors will have a much easier time checking out what you offer this way.

WordPress Backup – This is a plugin you are not going to want to miss because it really is important to back up your site – regularly! After running a few blogs, you will learn why you need backups, but hopefully not the hard way.

Shylock Adsense – For those that want to earn some easy money on their blogs to help cover costs or even earn a profit, this free Adsense plugin is an absolute must. It makes putting Google’s income earning opportunity onto your website a whole lot easier.

RS Discuss – This powerful plugin lets you add a forum to your WordPress blog. Of course, commenting is great but forums give a lot more versatility and encourage people to stick around longer, interact and of course, tell their friends about your blog.

Popularity Contest – This handy plugin will report the most popular posts to your sidebar so that visitors can instantly find the best of your blog. It’s a great way to make sure your star posts are really highlighted. A lot of times that leads to more commenting, always a good thing for any blog.

All in One SEO Pack – This is a definite must if you want to SEO your blog. SEO or search engine optimization, is a term that means streamlining your blog in such a way that the search engines know what it is about and which posts are going to be most relevant to their searchers. Basically, this means you will get more traffic that is already interested in what you blog about.

These are just a few of the best WordPress plugins, but there are thousands more for those who want a truly optimized blog. Keep in mind that if you don’t know how to make a WordPress theme, you can actually buy a premium WP theme, as well. All the more reason to love the world’s most popular blogging platform!

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During the American Revolution, many important political discussions took place in the inns and taverns of Philadelphia, including the founding of the Marine Corps.

A committee of the Continental Congress met at Tun Tavern to draft a resolution calling for two battalions of Marines able to fight for independence at sea and on shore.

The resolution was approved on November 10, 1775, officially forming the Continental Marines.

As the first order of business, Samuel Nicholas became Commandant of the newly formed Marines. Tun Tavern’s owner and popular patriot, Robert Mullan, became his first captain and recruiter. They began gathering support and were ready for action by early 1776.

Each year, the Marine Corps marks November 10th with a celebration of the brave spirit which compelled these men and thousands since to defend our country as United States Marines.

Happy Birthday My Fellow Marines!!

Semper Fi

SGT/USMC 1996-2003

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