Websites are becoming the first, preferred, and sometimes only means of information for people increasingly relying on the internet to learn about and interact with the world. From lofty concepts to digital storefronts, leaving an impression means building a memorable, intuitive, and secure website. Ordinary users might not pay much attention to the security aspect. Still, the pretty facades would easily crumble without it.
Intertwining cybersecurity concepts and tools with hosting practices is integral for creating and maintaining safe and successful websites. This article touches on various protective measures that secure the sites themselves, their environment, and the data they may process. Open-source developments advance this relationship. Read on to learn how.