WordPress has quickly become the first name in blogging, transforming from an idea on a kitchen table to a blog platform with more than 12 million users worldwide in a few short years.
The astonishing success of WordPress rests on the shoulders of the open source principle, which provides free access to anyone and everyone with a desire to use the software. This delivers a no-cost environment for users, but also enables absolutely anyone to contribute to the development of the WordPress source code. This has led to a plethora of plug-ins and themes which can take a WordPress blog to amazing new heights, in both function and aesthetics.
Wondering if a company blog is right for your business?
Companies large and small are discovering the power of consistent, direct interactions with their customers via company blogs. Some of the most prominent companies in the world are already using WordPress for their company blogs, including General Electric, Coca-Cola, CNN, Fox News, and The New York Times. In fact, FireHost uses WordPress to deliver the blog you’re reading right now.
Getting your company or non-profit organization started with WordPress couldn’t be easier, especially when you host with FireHost. Our web hosting clients can have access to the most recent release of WordPress in an instant, and our professional services staff will ensure your WordPress blog is configured to your exact specifications by installing plug-ins and custom themes.
WordPress Vulnerabilities Require a Secure Hosting Environment
Like all open source platforms, WordPress is susceptible to exploitation by malicious hackers. Since the source code for WordPress is freely accessible, hackers have dissected and discovered vulnerabilities. They can exploit those vulnerabilities in mass on websites using WordPress to gain access to your website’s database, for example.
Stopping these attacks and giving your company peace of mind is the FireHost promise. We believe that every business and individual has the right to do business and express themselves online, without worrying about attacks. That’s why we deliver industry leading security, including web application firewalls to prevent hackers from exploiting open source applications like WordPress.
To start a company blog with unparalleled security, visit FireHost.com and contact a FireHost Agent today.
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