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Nickola Naous
Nickola Naous is the co-founder of Flashcloud and the technical half of the team. He's spent nearly two decades building and running web hosting infrastructure, and co-founded and sold a hosting company before starting Flashcloud. He writes about performance, servers, security, and how AI is reshaping the technology behind a fast, reliable website.
How to Build an Online Course Website Without Being Technical
Build your own course website without hiring a developer. Eight steps from domain to launch, plus what it actually costs: about $24 a month, all in.
Moodle Hosting Requirements: What Schools and Course Creators Actually Need
The real Moodle hosting requirements for 2026: PHP 8.3, MySQL 8.4, memory, storage and cron, plus how to size a plan against actual course content.
The Top 7 Companies to Offer a Free Website Online for a First-Time Business Owner
Seven ways to get a free website, compared on what "free" actually costs. Four are free forever, one is a 14-day trial, one is AI credits.
WordPress translation plugins compared: which one fits your site
WordPress translation plugins compared side by side. Find the right fit for your site's speed, SEO, and multilingual needs without the guesswork.
WordPress database optimization: speed up your site the right way
Learn how WordPress database optimization can speed up your site fast. Clean, simple steps for beginners and site owners who want quicker load times.
How to back up a WordPress site (and restore it when it counts)
Learn how to back up a WordPress site properly, files and database, and restore it fast when you need it. Simple steps, the right tools, and off-site backup tips.
Website security best practices every site owner needs
Protect your site before an attack happens. These website security best practices cover hosting, SSL, and more to keep your data and visitors safe.
Web hosting for developers: what actually matters
Choosing web hosting for developers? Learn what really matters — SSH access, PHP control, uptime, and performance that won't slow you down.
How AI Is reshaping SEO, GEO, and organic web traffic
AI is rewriting the rules of SEO, GEO, and organic web traffic. Learn what's changing, why zero-click search matters, and how to stay visible online.