Calling all Ruby On Rails Developers!
A few days ago we offered free Ruby On Rails hosting to a number of people to help us test it all out. While we thought that we’d get some interest, we never expected for it to receive the level of interest that it did. So we’d now like to know what you have managed […]
Want to play with Ruby on Rails?
Here at Blacknight we are passionate about the internet and technology and we love being able to share that passion with you, our clients and partners. Over the last year there has been a lot of “buzz” surrounding a new scripting language – Ruby On Rails. RoR describes itself as being aimed at providing “programmer […]
Get your .eu domain for 15 euro!
For a limited period we’re dropping the price on .eu domains to a mere 15 euro. That’s right, for only 15 euro you can get a .eu domain. Why would you register a .eu? .eu domains are only available to Europeans Wide variety of names still available in .eu Brand protection So what are you […]
Php5 and ColdFusion 7 (MX) Now Available
As part of our ongoing upgrades and improvements we are delighted to announce support for two new technologies: Php 5 (version 5.1.4) on Windows Server 2003 and ColdFusion 7 on Windows Server 2003 also. Both of these new options are available via the Helm hosting control panel for our Windows 2003 server clients. With php, […]
We are Hiring!
We are currently hiring for a number of roles both technical and non-technical. Our CTO has posted details of the senior unix position. All jobs are based in our offices in Carlow.
Watch The Small Print!
When you signup to buy hosting or domain names from a provider you should take a minute or two to read over the terms and conditions (the small print that most of us try to avoid!) Most hosting providers and / or domain registrars will provide a standard set of terms and conditions on their […]
Hosting Plans Revamp Underway
We’ve always tried to pass on savings to our clients where possible. Earlier this year we offered IE domains for a mere € 30 as a special offer, while we consistently charge one of the most competitive prices in the Irish market. We’re now upgrading ALL of our shared hosting plans on both Windows 2003 […]
Our photos courtesy of Flickr
And here they are… courtesy of Flickr www.flickr.com More of blacknightsolutions’ photos
IIA Conference 2006 – The Photos
I’ll be putting online some of the photos we took at the conference last week later today.
Blacknight In Alexa Top 100
Although Alexa may not be the most accurate barometer of a website’s popularity it does give some indication. The only reason I mention this is because not one, but two of our company websites are currently in the top 100 for Ireland. Both our main website and Irish ISP Test are listed at the 69th […]
Blogging Live from the Irish Internet Association Conference 2006
We’re at the Irish Internet Association conference all day today – have a look out for the guys with the Blacknight name tags. We’re going to be giving away a branded iPod Nano later during the day to one lucky delegate. Jimmy is ensuring that the company name goes with the people and is dressed […]
Domain Problems? Ask the Experts
As mentioned previously we are co-sponsors of the Irish Internet Association Conference on 25th May. What I didn’t mention was that I’ll also be involved in one of the afternoon sessions on domain issues. Conor McGuire from the IEDR and myself will be sharing our expertise and answering people’s questions on domains of all shapes […]