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Differences Between FTP Implicit and Explicit Modes
FTP Implicit mode assumes encryption from the first byte and negotiates SSL immediately on port 990, while Explicit mode starts with an unencrypted connection on port 21 before issuing an AUTH SSL command to upgrade. Implicit is deprecated. Both modes encrypt the data connection. Explicit on port 21
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Allow Let's Encrypt Automatic Renewal When Redirecting HTTP to HTTPS
Let's Encrypt needs HTTP access on port 80 for ACME domain validation. Configure IIS URL Rewrite or Apache .htaccess to exempt the .well-known/acme-challenge path from HTTP-to-HTTPS redirects. Exact rules, placement instructions, testing steps and troubleshooting for successful certificate renewals.
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How to Force Redirect HTTP to HTTPS
Implement an automatic HTTP to HTTPS redirect to secure all site traffic with encryption. This guide provides exact rules for IIS URL Rewrite in web.config (with Let's Encrypt exclusion), Helicon Ape, and Apache .htaccess, plus testing steps and troubleshooting tips.
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Default SmarterMail Auto-Clean Folder Rules
SmarterMail applies two default auto-clean rules to every account: messages in Junk E-Mail are deleted after 30 days and items in Deleted Items are purged after 30 days. This guide explains how the rules work, why they exist, step-by-step customization instructions, common pitfalls, and best practic
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Outlook 2016 - Disable Simplified Account Creation
Starting in Outlook 2016 (16.0.8431.2079), the Simplified Account Creation prevents ActiveSync setups. Use the registry file to revert to the classic utility. Follow the detailed steps, prerequisites, warnings, and troubleshooting for successful resolution.
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How to Report False Negative and False Positive Emails
Spam filters sometimes miss junk mail or flag legitimate messages. Forward false negatives to spam@aspnix.com for automatic learning. Submit support tickets with headers or attachments for false positives. Whitelist trusted senders in SmarterMail to bypass scans entirely. Follow these steps to impro
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Fixing System.ComponentModel.Win32Exception: Access is Denied
The System.ComponentModel.Win32Exception: Access is denied error occurs after publishing .NET 4.5 or higher applications when the runtime cannot execute bin/roslyn/csc.exe due to missing permissions. This guide provides context on why it happens on Windows hosting plus two proven solutions: uninstal
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What Is the Geo Filtering Module? Usage and Performance Effects
ASPnix's Geo Filtering IIS module blocks traffic from specified countries via IP geolocation lookups, returning an HTTP 403 Forbidden page to restricted visitors while allowing others normal access. It adds at most 50ms to response times with no impact at 1000 requests per second. This guide details
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How to Change SQL Server Database Collation
Step-by-step instructions for updating the collation on your ASPnix-hosted SQL Server database using the control panel. Covers existing databases, new creations, verification queries, and key considerations for maintaining data integrity and query consistency.
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WordPress Plugin to Allow Sending Mail Using SMTP
Recent PHP security updates disabled the mail() function on our Windows shared hosting, breaking email delivery for WordPress sites. Install the WP Mail SMTP plugin from the official repository and configure it per our SMTP guide to restore contact forms, notifications, and all other email functions
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Why You're Getting a 404.3 Error on Your PHP Website
HTTP Error 404.3 occurs because PHP is not enabled for your site. IIS has no handler to process .php files, so it cannot serve the page. Enable PHP in the control panel under the Handler Mappings tab to resolve it immediately. This guide details the cause, provides exact steps, lists common pitfalls
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How to Connect to Microsoft SQL Server Over SSL
All SQL Server instances have SSL enabled. This guide shows how to connect securely from ASP and ASP.NET apps using encrypt=true in your connection strings and how to enable Encrypt Connection in SQL Server Management Studio. Use the exact hostname from your control panel to prevent certificate erro
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How to Unlock Your Locked Windows Control Panel Account
Windows control panel accounts lock after repeated invalid login attempts to block potential attacks. Unlock yours immediately via the ASPnix billing client area: log in at billing.aspnix.com/clientarea.php, navigate to My Services, select the service, and set Control Panel Account Security to Enabl
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How to Change Your Windows Control Panel Password
Update your ASPnix Windows control panel password by logging into the billing system at billing.aspnix.com/clientarea.php. This guide details every step: accessing the client area, navigating to My Services, selecting the hosting package, and setting a new password in the Login Details section. Incl
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Paths to ImageMagick, FFmpeg, Netpbm, and MaxMind GeoIP Databases
Learn the exact server paths for ImageMagick, FFmpeg, Netpbm, and MaxMind GeoIP database files on Windows hosting. These locations are required to run image processing, video transcoding, graphics utilities, and geolocation lookups from your scripts and applications without configuration errors.
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