Actually, I think I'll make my first drink experience my first blog entry. Does anyone have any tips on security and how to prevent people tracking down your IP address?
First, if you're purchasing a domain you can be tracked through that, unless you chose to make the ownership details private. It's best to use a legit name and go for the privacy option rather than using a false name. Better in case of legal problems.
Second, hacking largely comes down to server security. If you go with the cheapest hosting package you will often get poor security with it, and cheap hosts also make a point of not providing much in the way of assistance and blaming their customers for any faults. You get what you pay for.
Third, choose reliable and proven software and be careful of any add-ons unless they are also thoroughly tested. Keep on top of any updates as well.
Last, make sure you use secure passwords. They should be hard to remember and a pain to enter. Often they aren't.
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