New WordPress 3.3.1: Should We Upgrade?

A major new WordPress release 3.3 was released in December 2011, with a minor (but important) release 3.3.1 becoming available on January 3, 2012.  (This Merlin website you’re viewing now is built on 3.3.1 as of this writing.)

So this raises the question:  Should my site get updated to this latest and greatest release?

In short:  ”No”.

Assuming your website is working well and you’re not seeking to invest in new features and capabilities, there’s no real reason for you to upgrade to a new platform at this time.  With a major new release like 3.3, there are always things that get broken and need special attention to make sure your website continues to perform flawlessly.

However, if you are considering investing in some new website features anyway, then we would definitely encourage you to consider upgrading to the latest WordPress version at that time. 

Merlin Siteworks is here to assist you in your website needs and would be happy to help you get your CMS updated to the latest version, when the time is right for you.

Merlin Helping with Furniture Bank of Central Ohio Web Needs

Merlin Siteworks is pleased to be working with the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio to provide solutions for its growing need of IT web tools and other online communication facilities.

Merlin is leveraging its expertise in website design, SQL database manipulation, and PHP programming to meet the unique needs of the Furniture Bank, which is providing online appointment and scheduling tools for its partner agencies.

The Furniture Bank of Central Ohio provides free furniture to its central Ohio neighbors struggling to furnish their own homes as a result of severe poverty and other significant life challenges.   Their website is at www.furniturebankcoh.org