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The Best Quick-Start Ecommerce Platforms

E-commerce is becoming a bigger and more important part of the economy every day, and that means more small businesses are trying to get in on the action. If you’re one of them, which platform should you use? There are many different e-commerce platforms out there, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Here’s what we think:

Shopify

Shopify is an open source, hosted solution that offers a free trial and a developer community. Shopify also has its own app store where you can find apps to help you create your online store. The platform integrates with other services such as MailChimp and PayPal, so you don’t have to worry about setting up those integrations yourself.

BigCommerce

BigCommerce is a popular e-commerce platform that lets you sell online and in-store. It has a large number of features, including a mobile app and an API. BigCommerce also offers free training, support …

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How To Fix Network Errors In “Chrome”

If you’re experiencing issues with your Chrome browser, the first thing to try is uninstalling and reinstalling the app. If that doesn’t work, here are some common network errors that you can troubleshoot:

If you see the following error message, it means that the device is not connected to the internet.

If you see the following error message, it means that the device is not connected to the internet.

  • Check your internet connection: Make sure that your computer is connected to a wireless network or has an active Ethernet cable plugged into it. If you’re using a laptop, make sure its Wi-Fi switch is turned on and not in airplane mode (if applicable). If you’ve already checked all these things and are still having issues with Chrome’s network errors popping up every few minutes or so, then proceed with troubleshooting steps 2 through 4 below!

If you see an error

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How to fix annoying slow Internet at no cost

If you’re reading this, chances are that your Internet is slow. It’s not your fault though! The problem might be with your router, modem or Wi-Fi network. There are a few easy steps you can take to speed up your connection at home and fix annoying slow Internet at no cost:

Make sure you’re connected to the right Wi-Fi.

  • Make sure you’re connected to the right Wi-Fi.
  • Check your Wi-Fi name, password and security settings.
  • If you’re not sure which Wi-Fi is yours, ask someone in your house.

Reset your modem, router and Wi-Fi access point(s).

If you’re having problems with your Internet, resetting your modem and router may be all that’s necessary.

To do this:

  • Unplug the power cord from both devices (or turn off their switches).
  • Wait 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Plug them back in or turn them on again.

Change your DNS settings to 8.8.8.8 or

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How To Fix The Most Common Network Issues

As the owner of a network, you’re probably very familiar with some of the most common issues that can crop up. Whether it’s slow internet or frequent drops in service, there are lots of different ways for a network to go haywire. But if you’re not an IT professional or highly technical user who’s comfortable troubleshooting these problems yourself, finding out what might be causing them can be tricky—especially if the solution is something simple like resetting your router or upgrading your equipment!

The Network Connection is Not Available

If you are experiencing problems with your network connection, there are a few simple things you can do to troubleshoot the problem.

  • Check the physical connection. Make sure that all cables are securely plugged into each device and that they match up with their respective ports on both sides of your router or modem. If you have any questions about which
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Troubleshooting & Solving Your Networking Problems

It’s a sad fact that many people don’t know how to troubleshoot their own networks. In fact, they often don’t even realize they have a problem! This guide will help you solve common problems and keep your network humming along. I’ll start by showing you how to find out if there’s an issue with your internet connection or Wi-Fi connection. From there, we’ll go into detail about some of the most common issues with home and business networks: Wi-Fi connectivity problems, wired LAN/WAN issues, and connecting devices like TVs or gaming consoles to your network.

Wi-Fi

  • Wi-Fi problems
  • Wi-Fi not working
  • Wi-Fi is slow or inconsistent

LAN/WAN

  • LAN and WAN are terms used to describe the architecture of your network.
  • LAN stands for local area network, while WAN stands for wide area network. A local area network is a group of computers that are connected together in a small geographical
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