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Netcetera ranked as the Most Reliable Windows Hosting Company Worldwide for December 2011

We are very proud to announce that Netcetera is ranked as the Most Reliable Windows Hosting Company worldwide for the month of December 2011, by Netcraft.

This is a fantastic achievement for Netcetera as the ranking is measured against the world’s top Hosting companies!

From a customer’s perspective, the percentage of failed requests is very important and for this reason to give a clear indication of reliability of routing, the ranking is measured by a table of fewest failed requests, rather than periods of outage.

Netcraft measures and makes available the response times of approximately forty leading Hosting providers sites. The performance measurements are calculated at fifteen minute intervals from different points around the internet, and averages are calculated over the immediately preceding 24 hour period.

Netcetera was formed in 1996 and today is one of Europe’s leading Web Hosting service providers, offering a full range of products, from a basic hosting service catering to individuals who need to host a single website, to large companies who require more complicated setups using, for example, our latest Managed Windows Cloud Server, a Virtual Machine or a Dedicated Server. Whatever your Hosting requirements, our range of Managed hosting options will provide you with a solution, and our UK based Hosting packages can help create a professional backbone for your online business.

If you would like to contact us or find out more information about our innovative products, please contact the Netcetera Sales Team

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Netcetera Launches Secure Webmail

Netcetera are proud to announce that we have enabled SSL on our Webmail.  This is an important improvement since it ensures secure transactions between web servers and browsers.

Please follow this link to access the secure webmail at https://mail.netcetera.co.uk

So what is is SSL and why do I need it?

SSL is an acronym for Secure Sockets Layer, an encryption technology that was created by Netscape. SSL creates an encrypted connection between your web server and your visitors’ web browser allowing for private information to be transmitted without the problems of eavesdropping, data tampering, or message forgery.

Contact the Netcetera SalesTeam today to find out how we can help you, if you are looking at adding SSL to your own site.

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Netcetera attending ICE 2012

Netcetera, one of Europe’s leading managed hosting and Datacentre providers, are delighted to announce that once again, we will be attending the Earls Court International Casino Exhibition for e-gaming, from 24th to 26th January 2012, where we will be part of the Isle of Man delegation on stand No. 5530.

“The Isle of Man actively encourages e-gaming and offers a world-class telecommunications infrastructure, low-tax incentives as well as a superb business environment.” said Tim Cass of Netcetera. “This will be our fourth year at ICE, and as it’s the largest event on the e-gaming calendar, it will be an excellent networking opportunity.”

Netcetera’s Isle of Man Datacentre, The Dataport, offers the e-gaming industry the most-advanced and cost-effective facilities for housing IT infrastructure available anywhere offshore including the following products and services:

Over 16,000 sq foot of Datacentre Space available offering server co-location from single shelf to custom suites, purpose designed expandable space tailored to individuals needs

  • Fully resilient N+1 services including power, air-conditioning and network
  • Experienced support, 24/7
  • Low-latency communications circuits – only 10ms from peers at the major European exchange point and Tier 1 transit providers
  • DDOS mitigation
  • Cloud Hosting
  • Complimentary range of Managed Services

In addition Netcetera offers:

  • Experience in e-Gaming industry hosting services
  • Consultancy in design and implementation of secure infrastructures
  • Dedicated account managers & e-Gaming-savvy executives
  • ISO9001 and ISO27001 accreditation
  • Isle of Man Government Approved Disaster Recovery Provider

If you would like complementary passes to the show or would like to arrange a meeting in advance, please contact us. The passes to attend the event give exhibitors and visitors the opportunity to attend conference sessions, seminars, workshops, networking and hospitality events during the two days.

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

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Netcetera Launches Loyalty Rewards Program

Netcetera are excited to announce the launch of our New Loyalty Rewards Program which provides you the opportunity to earn Cash Back when simply making new purchases with us!

Because a simple “Thank You!” is so often lost in business today, we at Netcetera feel it is a very important part of business and want to recognise our most loyal customers, by giving something back.

We strive to provide our customers with amazing experiences and we are also committed to thanking and rewarding our most loyal customers.

Receive 1 point for every pound spent (new purchases only are rewarded) at Netcetera. Reward Points can be exchanged for credit in your account after you have more than 100 free points.
100 points will give you £5 cash back!

How do I get started?
Simply login to your client area at https://my.netcetera.co.uk and click the Reward Points tab.

FAQs

Q. How do I accumulate Reward points?
A. By simply purchasing any product at Netcetera. Only new purchases are rewarded.

Q. How many Reward Points do I earn with each purchase?
A. You will receive 1 Reward Point for every pound you spend at Netcetera.

Q. What can I buy with my Reward Points earned?
A. You can use them as a credit to purchase any Netcetera product.

Q. Is there a minimum amount of Reward Points I need to accumulate before using them?
A. Yes, you need to earn at least 100 Reward Points.

Q. How much cash I will get back with 100 Reward Points?
A. You will get £5 cash back to your account.

Q. Do the Reward Points expire?
A. Yes positive Reward Points expire after  365 days.

Q. How do I check the balance of my Reward Points?
A. Simply by logging into your client area.

Q. What does Locked Points and Free Points mean?
A. Points are locked if the account is unpaid.

Netcetera offers a full range of products, from a basic hosting service catering to individuals who need to host a single website, to large companies who require more complicated setups using, for example, our latest Managed Windows Cloud Server, a Virtual Machine or a Dedicated Server. Whatever your hosting requirements, our range of managed hosting options will provide you with a solution, and our UK based hosting packages can help create a professional backbone for your online business.

To find out more about Netcetera and our products, please contact the Sales Team


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Netcetera Voted Top 25 Most Popular Web Host for November 2011

Netcetera has once again been voted by the Web Host Directory in the UK as one of the Top 25 Most Popular Web Hosts, for the month of November. This is the 12th consecutive month for Netcetera and this month we are proudly placed at #11.

Whatever your Web Hosting requirements, Netcetera’s range of managed hosting options cater to your needs. Our UK based hosting packages can help create a professional backbone for your online business. Hosting packages start from as little as £2.99/pm and include FREE Migration from your current host and one month FREE Trial.

Please remember that to vote for us , to please visit the Web Host Directory UK Awards. We would especially like to thank everyone who has voted for Netcetera this month, and if you would like to contact us or find out more about our innovative products, please contact the Netcetera Sales Team, who will be pleased to assist you.

 

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The advantages of Datacentre Colocation outside London

There is a belief in the UK that London forms a core of connectivity, meaning that colocation centres must be located there to take advantage of this perceived highest-speed connection. Furthermore, if an organisation chooses colocation then the decisions on who provides the service and how an organisation arranges its network can become almost immaterial.

The reality is, we have to base all of our decisions on rational probability and weigh up the pros and cons – there are always advantages and disadvantages to any location, the key is to ensure you are clued-up on the facts and examine what your business needs are.

A recent article by Telstra it has identified that the increasing rise in data centre facilities outside  London is extremely advantageous for customers. The reality is that it all comes down to one fundamental question: do I operate my IT and telecoms in London or elsewhere?  Of course there are many valid arguments for both, however, the latest Financial Services Authority (FSA) guidelines state that financial services companies must have a back-up facility over 40km from their primary facility, making towns outside of London extremely attractive as they can then be more than 40km from Docklands to meet FSA guidelines. Any large metropolitan area, and particularly London as the capital city, will always be more vulnerable to terrorist attacks than remote countryside destinations.

With ever-faster network connections, data communication to and from these centres can be measured in milliseconds, making London’s perceived increased connectivity immaterial in most cases. At the same time, with limitation on space and available power, London can only support a limited number of such centres meaning that the location can command a premium price. Unless a business is based in London, and is in an industry where near-instantaneous communication is essential- such as finance, it tends to be a more cost-effective solution to use a colocation centre outside of London.

There are many positives when looking into a DataCentre outside London, but perhaps cost can be considered as rather important since choosing a data centre outside of London  will have an impact on the price you pay, particularly if you need a lot of electrical power and cooling.  Of course also one could consider it will be a lower risk as housing your equipment outside London is also thought by many to be a lower risk option in terms of terrorist attacks as well as the fact that many newer Data Centres in remote locations are purpose-built rather than conversions of existing buildings.

Netcetera attributes much of its success to the fact that its state-of-the-art Data Centre is based in the Isle of Man – away from the disadvantages that many of its competitors and their clients have faced. The company’s strategic location is a powerful draw for businesses when considering outsourcing their data.  Every company will have its own requirements when it comes to selecting the location of its data centre but some needs are common for almost all users. Reliability, security and support that enables them to focus on their core business, are all key elements that feature highly on the list of priorities for any company but in today, the cost of attached to the data centre location will also grow in importance. This isn’t about a price war however, rather, a consideration of high-end cloud-based services that put Netcetera at an advantage.

For more information about how Netcetera can help you, contact our friendly Sales Team

 

 

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Netcetera Voted Top 25 Most Popular Web Host for October 2011

Netcetera has once again been voted by the Web Hosting Directory in the UK as one of the Top 25 Most Popular Web Hosts, for the month of October. This is the 11th consecutive month for Netcetera.

Whatever your Web Hosting requirements, Netcetera’s range of managed hosting options cater to your needs. Our UK based hosting packages can help create a professional backbone for your online business. Hosting packages start from as little as £2.99/pm and include FREE Migration from your current host and one month FREE Trial.

Netcetera is perfect if you’re promoting a new business venture, launching a full e-commerce shop, blog or small business portal. Netcetera handles the daily operations of servers including all maintenance and updates. Our experienced system administrators handle tasks such as applying software patches and the constant security monitoring of the server.

Please remember that to vote for us, to visit the Web Host Directory UK Awards. We would especially like to thank everyone who has voted for Netcetera, and if you would like to contact us or find out more about our innovative products, please contact the Netcetera Sales Team, who will be pleased to assist you.

 

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Why is PCI Compliance so Important?

When it comes to electronic payments, Web-based threats, attacks and crimes are escalating. To combat this, the Payment Card Industry has created the Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) for all companies that process or store credit card data. These standards enhance payment account security and protect cardholder data.

Companies that are not PCI compliant, even those that process very few transactions, have a lot to lose, and those costs continue to rise. In addition to fines, they can be prohibited from accepting credit cards in the future and suffer major loss.

When working towards compliance, there are a couple of options to consider before taking your decision:

Code review
This often entails various procedures. Applications should be reviewed by an organization specializing in security. If you opt for this method, your internal IT team must prepare the code for review, and be available for queries and support. Once vulnerabilities are identified they should be corrected, and when that is completed the application is tested and re-evaluated. Then fix and test cycles are scheduled on an ongoing basis.

Code review doesn’t always find all vulnerabilities, such as those unknown to the reviewer at that time. And the application must be re-tested frequently, including with each code change. This is often extremely costly, can result in production outages, manual validation and elimination of false findings, data ownership issues and more. When third party software is used, you don’t own the code and can’t fix it without breaking the licensing agreement.

dotDefender application firewall
This is a more consistent, less costly and more reliable unlike code review, it:

  • Provides an ongoing compliance solution that protects your website and Web service, even as updates and changes in code are made
  • Protects against vulnerabilities, instead of simply identifying them
  • Requires no development effort
  • Is suitable for third party applications and components
  • Causes little to no interference with business processes
  • Proves and documents corrected vulnerabilities
  • Has minimal impact on website response times
  • Performs a deep packet inspection of incoming traffic, creating a security layer in front of all Web applications

Ease of Use

dotDefender features comprehensive protection, along with remarkable ease of use. A Web administrator with no security training can have dotDefender up and running in minutes with just a few clicks. This out-of-the box protection is easily managed through a browser-based interface with virtually no impact on server or website performance.
dotDefender runs independently of other server applications, which allows for zero downstream maintenance for typical server changes.

Netcetera are very pleased to be able to offer dotDefender which not only provides comprehensive compliance, but also exceptional value to application owners and users. Being completely software based, dotDefender works with any web application, boasts a low TCO, and has minimal ongoing costs.

As your online business grows, you can rest assured that dotDefender has you covered with no expensive hardware upgrades or costly application integrations. dotDefender has no noticeable effect on web server resources, giving you enterprise-class protection with no degradation in performance, and prices range from are £55/pm per server for Dedicated Servers and £20/pm per server for Vmachines.  To test drive dotDefender today, contact Netcetera’s friendly Sales Team and take advantage of our FREE 30 DAY TRIAL.

 

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Netcetera Voted in Top 10 Most Popular Dedicated Server Providers for September 2011

Netcetera are very proud to announce that for the month of September, we have been voted in the Top 10 by Dedicated Server Directory in the UK ‘s Top 25 Most Popular Dedicated Server Providers. This is the 26th consecutive month for Netcetera to be in the Top 25!

As the premier provider of Co-location, Dedicated Servers and Managed Services in the UK, Netcetera offers an array of services designed to more effectively manage IT infrastructures. Our state-of-the-art data centre environment enables us to offer your business enterprise level co-location and hosted solutions.

Providing an unmatched value for your budget is the driving force behind our customer service and managed infrastructure services. We are able to deliver solutions that meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. From Single Server Co-location to fully customized Dedicated Servers, we can provide companies with the IT solutions they need to focus on their core business instead of managing servers, networks and firewalls often at a significant cost saving.

Thank you to everyone who has voted for Netcetera this month and please remember that to vote for us again, visit the Dedicated Server Directory UK Awards.  If you would like to contact us or find out more about our innovative products, please contact the Netcetera Sales Team, who will be pleased to assist you.

 

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Netcetera ranked in Top 10 Most Popular Cloud Hosting Providers

Netcetera are proud to announce that we have been ranked in the Top 10 by Cloud Directory UK’s Top 25 Most Popular Cloud Hosting Providers.  This is the 7th consecutive month for Netcetera to be in the top 25!

Cloud Directory UK’s 25 Most Popular List is based on the number of votes a company receives as well as the amount of times their profile page is viewed during the month.

Netcetera’s Managed Windows Cloud Server brings you a faster, more reliable, scalable and easy to use hosting solution!  Your Cloud Server will also reduce your costs because you can increase or decrease your resource as and when you need, and therefore only pay for what you use.  Prices start from as little as £38.49/pm including Essential Management Pack and FREE Migration.  See the difference that cloud services can make to your business!

We always strive to continue to provide quality service to both our new and existing customers, thank everyone who has voted for Netcetera this month.  For further information about Netcetera Cloud Hosting Solutions, please visit www.netcetera.co.uk or contact our Sales Team.