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November 29th, 2006

Security Update 2006-007 Now Available

Information from Software Update

Security Update 2006-007 is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components:

AirPort ATS CFNetwork Finder Font Book Font Importer Installer OpenSSL PHP PPP Samba Security Framework VPN WebKit gnuzip perl

For detailed information on this Update, please visit http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798

November 15th, 2006

Getting Regular Blog Readers

What good is blogging if no one reads what you write?

The Zero Boss has written a good article about how you can attract and retain readers for a new blog. Lots of good advice.

Read it here: http://thezeroboss.com/2006/11/05/so-i-have-a-blognow-what-how-to-get-people-to-read- what-you-write/

In the same vein, Connected Internet has a great article specifically for WordPress users

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November 11th, 2006

Reader Engagement Site Improvements

I add a few “engagement” features to this site.

Blogging is more than just using blogging software to create and edit posts. After all, if someone shouts in an empty room, does her voice make a sound? An important part of blogging is to attract and retain readers. That’s where content, SEO, and site

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November 11th, 2006

Watch that Theme

Are there hidden ads in your WordPress theme?

Just Shelly has posted an interesting article about how some WordPress themes incorporate advertising links. If those links are not removed when you modify the theme for your own use, you’ll be including ads on your site that you’re not getting compensated for! And those ads

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November 10th, 2006

Widgets

A Clarification/Correction

I’ve gotten a number of questions from readers regarding our coverage of Widgets.

Widgets were brand new when we wrote the book and were released just as we were finishing up. I added them to Chapter 1, page 18.

What I failed to make clear in my coverage of Widgets on pages

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