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How to Set Up a Google Business Profile: A Step-by-Step Guide
Get your business on Google Maps the right way. A plain English walkthrough of creating, verifying and completing your Google Business Profile.
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The October 2026 PHP Security Flaw: What Small Business Owners on WordPress Should Do
A critical PHP flaw, called php2shell, put millions of WordPress sites at risk. Here's what happened, in plain English, and a simple checklist to make sure your site is safe.
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Does a Small Business Still Need a Website in 2026?
Social media and Google Maps can bring in customers, so is a website still worth it? An honest answer for owners, with what a good small business site actually needs.
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Burhanuddin Kapasi builds websites and runs local SEO for small businesses and contractors. Every guide comes from real client work, not theory.