Two things are certain in this world: death and taxes. In the online world, it’s speed and uptime. If you don’t have both, your site will surely suffer. That’s why choosing the right web hosting service is the most important decision you’ll make for your website. Don’t make the mistake of saving a few bucks on a killer web hosting deal only to have your site come to a screeching halt. Our best picks will give your site first-rate performance and a ton of fantastic features…

Pictures speak louder than words, perhaps nowhere better than on a website. That’s where WordPress slider plugins come in, allowing you to do much more than display captivating images. The best WordPress slider plugins can give your site a dynamic, interactive experience for your visitors, complete with videos, improved navigation, highlighted site content and much more…

Are you thinking about starting an online business or adding an online component to your existing brick-and-mortar store? There’s a lot you need to know about e-commerce (electronic commerce) and its unique challenges and benefits. We can help you start your business on the internet, and we review some of the unique e-commerce tools you’ll want to consider, including e-commerce platforms, website plugins and more. We also help demystify the industry jargon by explaining in laymen’s terms what everything means…

When you’re trying to get your retail or service-oriented business up and running or streamline your existing practices, there are a ton of details to iron out — and an overwhelming number of options to consider. Have you found the most efficient way to track your inventory? What cost-effective ways can you process and manage your customers’ payments?  What do you need to know about running an online store? We have some ideal solutions to help you run your small business as smoothly as possible…

So you’ve built a website and then people just come, right? Unfortunately, that’s often not the case which can be very frustrating (especially if you’ve spent a lot of money and resources on developing your site). So, rather than spamming all your friends and family, how do you get people to know about it and find you?…

Has your online store outgrown the e-commerce software you’ve been using? Or are you unhappy with your current enterprise e-commerce platform? If so, you may want to consider migrating your store to Shopify Plus.What is Shopify Plus? You’ve likely heard of Shopify, the hugely popular e-commerce software. Shopify Plus is the company’s enterprise level e-commerce platform that’s taking many high-volume and fast-growing merchants to new levels. Read our review to see if this powerhouse software is worth the additional investment…

Shopping around for the best e-commerce platform to make your online sales spectacular? You’ve probably heard of Shopify. But does their service backup what they’re hyping in their marketing campaigns? We open the hood on Shopify and uncover the facts behind this popular e-commerce option that touts an easy-to-use yet sophisticated approach to online sales…

Are you having a hard time choosing a website hosting service? A hugely popular solution, DreamHost brings 10 years of reliable hosting to the table. They’re affordable and straightforward, with some robust features. And DreamHost gets two thumbs up from a vast majority of its customers. But are they the optimal hosting solution for your specific website needs? Find out by reading our DreamHost reviews…

Want to launch your website but not sure how to get it online? The web can seem like a massive tangle, and it’s definitely confusing when you first dive in. One of the most important decisions you’ll make for your website’s success is how and where to host your website. It’s crucial that you understand what web hosting is and what options you have to make the best decision for your site. We know, we know, the name alone (hosting) sounds daunting but we are here to help. Here we’ll help unravel the intricacies of web hosting, so you can have a successful, killer website…

Here we review e-commerce platforms that didn’t make the cut in our main comparison (and for your convenience, our top 3 to the right). Now without further ado, here’s our reviews of the remaining e-commerce platforms requested by our readers…