This post will describe how to manually build a Ubuntu 18.04 Virtual Machine (VM) server using Oracle’s VirtualBox virtualisation software. Being able to build simple, expendable VMs is extremely useful, whether you’re writing software, building websites or just wanting to learn about Linux servers. We need to be able to SSH onto the server from our host machine to make access easier. To gain SSH access we therefore need to forward SSH’s port to our host.

When we think of an apprentice, we think of one of two things; the TV show ‘The Apprentice’ with Lord Sugar or, someone who gets stuck with the job of making the tea and coffee. These are pretty accurate, but neither of these is the actual truth in today’s world.

We’ve discussed Magecart very frequently in recent months and it’s getting worse, with new attacks coming to light on a weekly basis. At RapidSpike, we are committed to raising exposure on these types of attacks and educating companies as to how they can effectively detect data breaches and reduce their exposure to them.

A new monthly feature blog on all things Magecart going on in the news. This summary gives you all the known facts about data breaches reported in the news as well as an insight from our own RapidSpike Security Researcher.

From a customer’s point of view, your website’s digital experience is one of the most important investments you can make for them. They are your revenue stream, your fiercest critic and the reason you exist. One great way you can improve your digital experience is by using third-party providers. Many of these providers will help you win more business, provide cool features, gather better data and much more.

Our fully managed Selenium testing platform allows you to continuously check your website to ensure it’s working as expected. Not just the fact that it’s online, but that your customers can perform tasks such as registering or adding products to the basket. We use real browsers, such as the latest versions of Chrome and Firefox and test from 18 global testing locations.

Measuring performance can be really overwhelming. With tons of data and metrics to measure, it’s not surprising that it’s often difficult to make sense of it all. Here are 5 key dashboards for working on your performance.

Insights have landed on the RapidSpike platform! One of our most exciting feature updates for 2019, Insights scores your website on a variety of criteria and gives you recommendations on how to enhance your digital ecosystem and improve your overall customer experience.