Which car runs better?
The one built 15 years ago or the one just off the lot?
Feature and functionality, you will get more from the newer car and really won't have to worry about maintenance as much.
The same applies with WordPress and performance with the search engines. Newer code, better functionality and better end-user performance (speed!).
How to update your WordPress blog
Depending on the version you are using, in many cases you will see a notification in your dashboard to update your WordPress. You can click on the update link or review detailed info about update here, but either which way, keeping your blog up to date is keeping it healthy.
Performance, SEO & Search Engines
Google has stated that it is using performance, or page speed, as one of the item that affects search engine rankings.
Speeding up websites is important — not just to site owners, but to all Internet users.
Read more about Google Site Speed
View the WordPress SEO Checklist for more information about optimization your website blog.
I really enjoy what you write on here. We try and check your site every day so keep up the good posts!
You should really think about working on growing this blog into a dominant authority in this market. You obviously have a fundamental knowledge of the topics everyone is looking for on this blog anyways and you could potentially even earn a buck or three off of some advertising. I would dive into following recent news and raising the volume of write ups you make and I guarantee you’d start getting some nice traffic soon. Just a brainstorm, good luck in whatever you do!
Thanks Darius for the super advice. Yes to build authority and credibility takes time … and as anyone knows … time is precious!
Using an article directory can be a quick way to push traffic to your site. I realize that writing content is very dull, it certainly worth every second of time that you spend on it.