Brian Bennett, Author at DataPacket https://blog.datapacket.net/author/bbennett/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:02:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://blog.datapacket.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/cropped-dn-logo-favicon-32x32.png Brian Bennett, Author at DataPacket https://blog.datapacket.net/author/bbennett/ 32 32 Why Server Providers Block Outgoing SMTP Ports https://blog.datapacket.net/server-smtp-port/ https://blog.datapacket.net/server-smtp-port/#respond Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:02:35 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1356 If you have ever rented a VPS or dedicated server and tried to send email, you may have run into a common question: why is outgoing SMTP port 25 blocked? This is something that surprises a lot of people, especially those who are new to servers. Years ago, port 25 was the normal way to […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/server-smtp-port/feed/ 0 Merry Christmas from DataPacket 🎄 https://blog.datapacket.net/merry-christmas-datapacket-2025/ https://blog.datapacket.net/merry-christmas-datapacket-2025/#respond Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:37:12 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1346 Merry Christmas from all of us at DataPacket! This time of year is about family, kindness, and taking a moment to slow down. We are thankful for everyone who trusts us with their websites, servers, and online projects. Whether you’ve been with us for many years or just joined recently, we truly appreciate you. Since […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/allies-against-bullying/feed/ 0 Goodbye, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS: It’s Time to Upgrade to 20.04 LTS https://blog.datapacket.net/upgrade-ubuntu-20-04-lts/ https://blog.datapacket.net/upgrade-ubuntu-20-04-lts/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 19:44:05 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1275 Today, we’re here to bid a fond farewell to our trusty companion, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. After a remarkable five-year journey, the standard support for this long-term support (LTS) version is ending today. Yes, it’s bittersweet, but fear not! We’ve got a new companion waiting for us in the wings: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS. Before we delve […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/wordpress-seo/feed/ 0 Unlocking Google’s Secrets: Boost Rankings with Patent Insights https://blog.datapacket.net/google-seo-patents/ https://blog.datapacket.net/google-seo-patents/#respond Sun, 09 Apr 2023 15:46:34 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1238 As the dominant search engine, Google continually updates its algorithms to ensure users receive the most relevant search results. But, did you know that Google’s patents can provide valuable insights into its ranking factors and SEO? In this article, we’ll explore ten Google patents that can help us better understand its search algorithms and offer […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/google-seo-patents/feed/ 0 DataPacket’s Guide to Shared Hosting Etiquette https://blog.datapacket.net/shared-hosting-etiquette/ https://blog.datapacket.net/shared-hosting-etiquette/#respond Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:21:17 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1226 At DataPacket, we pride ourselves on providing cost-effective and reliable shared hosting solutions for individuals and small businesses. To ensure our clients fully enjoy the benefits of shared hosting, we encourage adherence to proper etiquette. This guide outlines valuable tips for a harmonious and efficient shared hosting experience with DataPacket. Resource Management Being mindful of […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/shared-hosting-etiquette/feed/ 0 The Future of Web Hosting: Trends Shaping the Industry in 2023 https://blog.datapacket.net/web-hosting-trends-2023/ https://blog.datapacket.net/web-hosting-trends-2023/#respond Fri, 24 Mar 2023 11:14:18 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1211 The web hosting industry has evolved tremendously since the early days of the internet. With the rise of new technologies, the industry has adapted to meet the growing demands of businesses and individuals alike. As we look towards the future, it’s important to understand the trends and technologies that are shaping the web hosting landscape. […]

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]]> https://blog.datapacket.net/website-tips-2023/feed/ 0 Do I Need Dedicated Hosting? https://blog.datapacket.net/dedicated-hosting/ https://blog.datapacket.net/dedicated-hosting/#respond Wed, 15 Mar 2023 01:37:24 +0000 https://blog.datapacket.net/?p=1140 Dedicated hosting can offer several benefits over shared hosting, but it also comes with some downsides. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons why you might need a dedicated server and when it may not be necessary. Dedicated hosting means that you are renting an entire physical server for your website(s) alone. You have complete […]

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