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501 Status Code: Causes and Fixes Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  January 8, 2025


HTTP status codes are helpful protocols that allow us to better manage our servers and communicate with users. One such status code is 501 Not Implemented, a lesser-known but important signal when things go awry. In this blog post, we'll explore what the 501 status code...

DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN: Causes and Fixes Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  December 31, 2024


Encountering the dns_probe_finished_nxdomain error means that people trying to access your site are being greeted with a message saying the domain cannot be found, a frustrating experience for website owners and users alike. In this guide, we'll break down the error, discuss...


Role of DNS in Redirection and URL Forwarding Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  December 18, 2024


The Domain Name System (DNS) is like the address book of the internet, helping browsers find the right websites. Among its many uses, DNS makes website redirection and URL forwarding possible, ensuring a smooth browsing experience when websites or their URLs change. Let 's...


Web Server Ports: What are They and How do They work? Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  December 9, 2024


Web server ports are an important yet often overlooked aspect of web communication. Acting as digital gatekeepers, they play a key role in directing internet traffic to its proper destination. Understanding how they work is a fundamental skill for anyone involved in web...


7 Ways to Fix ERR_CACHE_MISS on Google Chrome Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  November 21, 2024


Have you ever encountered an "ERR_CACHE_MISS" error while using Chrome? This message can appear out of nowhere and interrupt your browsing experience. In this guide, we'll explain what the ERR_CACHE_MISS error is, why it appears, and how to resolve it using some practical...


Rust vs C++: A Quick Guide for Developers Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  October 29, 2024


Rust and C++ are two powerful systems programming languages, each with unique strengths that lend themselves better to certain projects than others. This guide will go over and compare the core features of these languages, helping you decide which might best suit your next...


Hostwinds 2024 Black Friday Sale: Big Savings on Hosting Services! Featured Image

by: Hostwinds Team  /  October 14, 2024


Save 40% on Black Friday! It's our biggest sale of the year! Save 40% on qualifying hosting services – but hurry, this is a limited-time offer . What Hosting Services Qualify? Shared Hosting Business Hosting Managed Linux VPS Managed Windows VPS How To Get The Deal? Already...