If you are new to the internet or you just want to have your own presence on the web you may be wondering how you can set up your first domain name and website hosting account and what tools you will need for creating HTML pages and transferring files.
The process of creating your own website may seem daunting at first but its actually very easy and its essential that you master this skill if you are serious about earning a living on the internet. Without your own website you will find it much harder to generate consistent profits and long term success.
The first thing you will need is a domain name which is very important because you need to choose a name that accurately represents what you intend to use it for. Its best to use a dot com domain because this is what people are familiar with but as they are the most popular it can be hard to find names that are available so you may want to use a dot net or dot info domain (adding hyphens between words can find available names).
When you have decided which niche you want to target its important that you find out what search terms are used by your target market because if you include a few keywords in your domain name it can help you improve your rankings in the search engines. You can buy a domain name from a company such as Go Daddy.
The next thing you will need is a website hosting account which is also very important because you need to choose a service that provides sufficient disk space and data transfer as well as supporting all of the latest versions of PHP, Perl, JavaScript, and CGI. Its best to use a service that provides multiple domain names so that you can set up new websites in the future.
With website hosting accounts now available for as little as $3 per month for 5 gigabytes disk space and 50 gigabytes data transfer there really is no need to use a free service anymore. Most companies will also allow you to upgrade your account if you ever need more disk space or data transfer. You can buy website hosting from a company such as Host Excellence.
The next thing you will need is an HTML editor which is essential because it allows you to create and edit HTML pages which are used for your website. It uses a simple "what you see is what you get" (WYSIWYG) interface which allows you to quickly and easily create pages exactly how you want them without needing to use any HTML code.
There are many free tools that you can use but if you are serious about your business you really need to buy an HTML editor called Dream Weaver which is the most advanced software application available for creating websites. It has all of the essential features and many which are not available with free HTML editors.
The final thing you will need is an FTP client which is essential because it allows you to connect to a server and transfer files into your website hosting account. It allows you to either transfer files in ASCII or binary and also set permissions using the CHMOD feature. Without an FTP client you will have no way of transferring your HTML pages into your website hosting account.
There are many free tools that you can use but if you are serious about your business you really need to buy an FTP client called Cute FTP which is the most advanced software application available for transferring files. It has all of the essential features and many which are not available with free FTP clients.
There are of course other features of your website hosting which you will need to learn how to use such as how to set up an email account for your domain and how to create a MySQL database for a blog or forum. It may seem complicated but its actually very simple and you can always get support from your host if you need any help.
This article was written by Simon Akers who is the editor of the Marketing Oasis newsletter, a free internet marketing ezine packed with tips to help you succeed and increase your profits: http://www.MarketingOasis.com
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Showing posts with label Web-Design. Show all posts
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Friday, June 29, 2007
Million Dollar Websites for Under $500! You Can Afford a Professional Website, Here's How!
When I first started out in business years ago, I was taken advantage of more times than I can count by internet "business people" who did not fulfill their promises. Being the kind of person who likes to believe that people are basically good and honest, you can imagine all of the challenges I faced in trying to determine who was legitimate. I used to dream about having a professional looking website. I researched thousands of websites over the years to determine the perfect look and one that offered all of the bells and whistles. After talking with dozens of web-design companies and web "gurus" I was disappointed time and time again by the prohibitive costs involved for even the most modest sites. It seemed that the best looking websites, the ones with all of the bells and whistles were not affordable to me as a start-up company. In searching I found that sophisticated looking sites were upwards of $2,000 plus hosting.
There are some excellent template programs available online, or through hosting services and at your local software companies. However, early in my career I was not internet or website savvy enough to create my own great looking site from a template, and I needed hand-holding if I was going to learn to eventually manage my own site. My goal was to develop a striking site, one that looked extremely professional, enticing, colorful, offered a good number of tabs, maybe even shopping on line, and every service possible to make my site interesting enough to keep people amused.
Knowing nothing about Affiliate programs back then, how to link to other sites to get clicks, or what was really involved in jazzing up a plain Jane site, I began what seemed like an endless search to find a competent and reputable web designer; one who was patient and available to answer my inexperienced questions; someone who would actually respond in a timely manner. I needed and wanted someone who was ethical; someone who could help me make my dreams for a professional website a reality. Following my belief that we are often guided to the perfect people and just the right time, and nearly having given up on my quest for an affordable and sophisticated site, very late (or early in the morning) I came upon a very talented web-designer named Daniel. Was this to be another disappointing investigation and a bait and switch type of deal? To my delight it was just the opposite!
Late one evening I was surfing on the net, checking out businesses for sale when I came upon an interesting and very inexpensive website for sale on an auction site. It had the look that attracted me, and was intriguing enough for me to click for more info. In so doing, I began an online conversation with the person that turned out to be my personal web designer. He was straight-forward, answered my questions, told me how to check out his work; which I did before continuing to communicate with him. That is how it all started for me. Some of my business associates have other happy endings, but mine started out by shopping on an auction site.
It was years ago that I started out in business as a novice website owner and entrepreneur. I know now that it would have taken me many more years to have accomplished the success I now experience hadn't it have been for Daniel. Not only did Daniel become my website confidant and personal guide through the terrorizing spaces and places of the internet jungle, but a wonderful compliment to my budding and now thriving businesses. That very first website has led me to develop a greater level of success at lightening speed!! Without his expertise, without his kindness, without his generosity I would still be pointing and clicking, fumbling and falling down...and probably being eaten alive by all of the internet paranoia!
For anyone needing an honest, incredibly competent web-master; one who will set up a website that looks like, feels like and works like all of the Million Dollar don't despair. Please don't be lured into thinking that you have to spend thousands of dollars to get the look and feel of success online. Here are several methods that I used in order to start out: You might try looking for businesses for sale on some of the auction sites, or talking to colleges who specialize in teaching webpage development. You might even talk to people at your local religious affiliation, or put a small add in the newspaper, or on line asking for help with your first website. There are some wonderful do-it-yourself programs available online and at your local computer stores. Some webdesigners even give free hosting, and updates. Check with all of your associations, senior centers, and high schools. Libraries also offer help and hold classes, so do park districts. There should be someone locally who can help you get started for well under the $2,000 price. There are websites designed to help the novice business owners. For under $400 you CAN have a fabulous website and one to help you make your dreams come true! For even less than that you can have a simple website and work up from there.
Whatever you do, don't give in to web designers who may attempt to talk you into adding bells and whistles that you really don't need. There are places on line where you can go to ask web designers to bid for your business. Talk with your local librarian, search on line for reasonable web designers. You may be happily surprised that there are still web designers who are sensitive to the smaller pocketbooks and novice business owners.
Always ask for referrals from people you trust first. If that doesn't produce results look to libraries, clubs, associations, religious organizations, church bulletins, park district courses, high school night classes, colleges, and senior citizens who offer help for the fun of it. Beyond these ideas, go on line and look at how web designers are rated by checking them out their feedback on auction sites, or from business rating companies. You may check out Craig's list on line, the Better Business Bureau, your local Chamber of Commerce or Computer Clubs. When you find someone you think might be your miracle web designer, thoroughly check them out. Go to the "contact us" section on the websites he or she has all ready developed. Speak directly to previous clients and find out how they like their web page(s) and the webdesigner. Find out if they offer support, have time for questions, and offer hosting. Do your homework before sending any money.
Whatever you do....get started and make your dreams a reality!
Janet Angel is a sought-after wellness expert with advanced degrees in nutritional biochemistry and psychology. She believes that everyone needs to educate themselves on the wellness opportunities available around the world. Dr. Angel has counseled many prominent citizens across the United States and has participated in several international research programs surrounding health. She has been a guest on many radio programs, is a public speaker, author and seminar leader. Dr. Angel believes that the body has the innate ability to heal itself in most circumstances, given the right environment, the right elements and the opportunity. For further information on her drive to help others reach their fullest potential, please go to http://www.Totallywell.com For financial wellness ideas go to http://www.LinkToCashNow.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Janet_Angel
There are some excellent template programs available online, or through hosting services and at your local software companies. However, early in my career I was not internet or website savvy enough to create my own great looking site from a template, and I needed hand-holding if I was going to learn to eventually manage my own site. My goal was to develop a striking site, one that looked extremely professional, enticing, colorful, offered a good number of tabs, maybe even shopping on line, and every service possible to make my site interesting enough to keep people amused.
Knowing nothing about Affiliate programs back then, how to link to other sites to get clicks, or what was really involved in jazzing up a plain Jane site, I began what seemed like an endless search to find a competent and reputable web designer; one who was patient and available to answer my inexperienced questions; someone who would actually respond in a timely manner. I needed and wanted someone who was ethical; someone who could help me make my dreams for a professional website a reality. Following my belief that we are often guided to the perfect people and just the right time, and nearly having given up on my quest for an affordable and sophisticated site, very late (or early in the morning) I came upon a very talented web-designer named Daniel. Was this to be another disappointing investigation and a bait and switch type of deal? To my delight it was just the opposite!
Late one evening I was surfing on the net, checking out businesses for sale when I came upon an interesting and very inexpensive website for sale on an auction site. It had the look that attracted me, and was intriguing enough for me to click for more info. In so doing, I began an online conversation with the person that turned out to be my personal web designer. He was straight-forward, answered my questions, told me how to check out his work; which I did before continuing to communicate with him. That is how it all started for me. Some of my business associates have other happy endings, but mine started out by shopping on an auction site.
It was years ago that I started out in business as a novice website owner and entrepreneur. I know now that it would have taken me many more years to have accomplished the success I now experience hadn't it have been for Daniel. Not only did Daniel become my website confidant and personal guide through the terrorizing spaces and places of the internet jungle, but a wonderful compliment to my budding and now thriving businesses. That very first website has led me to develop a greater level of success at lightening speed!! Without his expertise, without his kindness, without his generosity I would still be pointing and clicking, fumbling and falling down...and probably being eaten alive by all of the internet paranoia!
For anyone needing an honest, incredibly competent web-master; one who will set up a website that looks like, feels like and works like all of the Million Dollar don't despair. Please don't be lured into thinking that you have to spend thousands of dollars to get the look and feel of success online. Here are several methods that I used in order to start out: You might try looking for businesses for sale on some of the auction sites, or talking to colleges who specialize in teaching webpage development. You might even talk to people at your local religious affiliation, or put a small add in the newspaper, or on line asking for help with your first website. There are some wonderful do-it-yourself programs available online and at your local computer stores. Some webdesigners even give free hosting, and updates. Check with all of your associations, senior centers, and high schools. Libraries also offer help and hold classes, so do park districts. There should be someone locally who can help you get started for well under the $2,000 price. There are websites designed to help the novice business owners. For under $400 you CAN have a fabulous website and one to help you make your dreams come true! For even less than that you can have a simple website and work up from there.
Whatever you do, don't give in to web designers who may attempt to talk you into adding bells and whistles that you really don't need. There are places on line where you can go to ask web designers to bid for your business. Talk with your local librarian, search on line for reasonable web designers. You may be happily surprised that there are still web designers who are sensitive to the smaller pocketbooks and novice business owners.
Always ask for referrals from people you trust first. If that doesn't produce results look to libraries, clubs, associations, religious organizations, church bulletins, park district courses, high school night classes, colleges, and senior citizens who offer help for the fun of it. Beyond these ideas, go on line and look at how web designers are rated by checking them out their feedback on auction sites, or from business rating companies. You may check out Craig's list on line, the Better Business Bureau, your local Chamber of Commerce or Computer Clubs. When you find someone you think might be your miracle web designer, thoroughly check them out. Go to the "contact us" section on the websites he or she has all ready developed. Speak directly to previous clients and find out how they like their web page(s) and the webdesigner. Find out if they offer support, have time for questions, and offer hosting. Do your homework before sending any money.
Whatever you do....get started and make your dreams a reality!
Janet Angel is a sought-after wellness expert with advanced degrees in nutritional biochemistry and psychology. She believes that everyone needs to educate themselves on the wellness opportunities available around the world. Dr. Angel has counseled many prominent citizens across the United States and has participated in several international research programs surrounding health. She has been a guest on many radio programs, is a public speaker, author and seminar leader. Dr. Angel believes that the body has the innate ability to heal itself in most circumstances, given the right environment, the right elements and the opportunity. For further information on her drive to help others reach their fullest potential, please go to http://www.Totallywell.com For financial wellness ideas go to http://www.LinkToCashNow.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Janet_Angel
The Top 3 Ways To Get Professional Headers Templates For Free Or Low Cost
Header templates can boost your website sales, increase opt in rates and make your websites look more professional, they also keep the readers on your websites longer. If you search around you will see that nearly all websites that are online they will contain header templates.
This is because they will make your websites stand out and be instantly recognized, but you need to make sure you get a professional header template and not some amateur looking one that was put other in a few seconds.
There are a few ways to get hold of header templates some are free and some are costly, it all depends on how professional you want your header templates to look. If you do decide you want a header template and decide to do it yourself using cheap methods, your header templates will suffer. If that’s the case then it’s probably best to not have a header template if it looks unprofessional as this will seriously turn customers away and put a dampen on your profits.
The top 3 ways to get professional headers templates for free are;
Barter – offer your services to the graphic designers in exchange for professional header templates. – If you don’t have anything to offer I would highly recommend you pay for them, ask for a discount if you’re desperate. Being a professional graphic designer I have actually done this a few times, I once received a full blown salesletter that converted like crazy all I had to do was create a few graphics, including a header template.
Creating them yourself – this is another good way but only if you know what you’re doing, if you don’t, use a different method. – The best software for creating header templates is Photoshop which comes with a 30 day free trial. There are lots of websites that teach you how to create professional header templates just search on Google and you will find plenty.
Join a template resource which gives you professional header templates for a small fee or free – although this one does cost a little money, its actually well worth the small fee, there are also a couple of free sites that gives you header templates in exchange for subscribing to their lists. When you join one of these sites you are given header templates and video training so you can learn to edit them and keep them professional. WebsiteGraphicsDIY.com offers professional header templates & video training for a small fee.
The above 3 resources are the best ways to receive professional header templates for either free or low cost, if one of the resources don’t work try the next one.
If all else fails then pay a graphic designer or join a site which offers video training so you can learn exactly step by step how to create professional header templates.
Andy Eaton has just released his biggest and most impressive graphics package available online, his package will teach you step by step how to create any type of website graphics online, create header templates, book covers, order buttons, banners and more... visit http://www.websitegraphicsdiy.com to get hold of the juicy secrets.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Andy_Eaton
This is because they will make your websites stand out and be instantly recognized, but you need to make sure you get a professional header template and not some amateur looking one that was put other in a few seconds.
There are a few ways to get hold of header templates some are free and some are costly, it all depends on how professional you want your header templates to look. If you do decide you want a header template and decide to do it yourself using cheap methods, your header templates will suffer. If that’s the case then it’s probably best to not have a header template if it looks unprofessional as this will seriously turn customers away and put a dampen on your profits.
The top 3 ways to get professional headers templates for free are;
Barter – offer your services to the graphic designers in exchange for professional header templates. – If you don’t have anything to offer I would highly recommend you pay for them, ask for a discount if you’re desperate. Being a professional graphic designer I have actually done this a few times, I once received a full blown salesletter that converted like crazy all I had to do was create a few graphics, including a header template.
Creating them yourself – this is another good way but only if you know what you’re doing, if you don’t, use a different method. – The best software for creating header templates is Photoshop which comes with a 30 day free trial. There are lots of websites that teach you how to create professional header templates just search on Google and you will find plenty.
Join a template resource which gives you professional header templates for a small fee or free – although this one does cost a little money, its actually well worth the small fee, there are also a couple of free sites that gives you header templates in exchange for subscribing to their lists. When you join one of these sites you are given header templates and video training so you can learn to edit them and keep them professional. WebsiteGraphicsDIY.com offers professional header templates & video training for a small fee.
The above 3 resources are the best ways to receive professional header templates for either free or low cost, if one of the resources don’t work try the next one.
If all else fails then pay a graphic designer or join a site which offers video training so you can learn exactly step by step how to create professional header templates.
Andy Eaton has just released his biggest and most impressive graphics package available online, his package will teach you step by step how to create any type of website graphics online, create header templates, book covers, order buttons, banners and more... visit http://www.websitegraphicsdiy.com to get hold of the juicy secrets.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Andy_Eaton
A Professional Web Design Service With Free Web Hosting
So you decide that you would like to have a website to promote your business, it sounds so simple but then you start to look into the whole idea in a bit more detail and suddenly the costs start to mount up. You need to purchase a domain, this is however quite cheap therefore not a problem. The web design service is quite pricey, you feel, but hey the guy is a professional after all. Then there is web hosting, web what? Then web promotion, there is no point of having a site if nobody ever visits it. Thankfully a number of specialised companies are now starting to offer a fully comprehensive service where they offer all of these requirements in the one package, for one price.
I will never forget the experience of obtaining my first ever website. It was in 1999 and initially I was very excited about the prospect of having a site online even though in truth I knew very little about the internet.
This excitement would soon to despair as I attempted to find a web designer worthy of the name. Have you bought a domain, I was asked on numerous occasions? Well no, I would not know how? These people just presumed that I would know how to do this. I soon asked how to go about purchasing a domain which I now realise is very easy.
Eventually I found a chap who I took on to build the site. Once it was built he asked if I had any web hosting in place, I had not and again I had no idea what it was. He did however help me out on this score.
The site was now live, what a great feeling. After a few months I looked on google and yahoo and could not find the site was nowhere to be seen. I phoned up my webmaster and aked if he knew why this might be. What have you been doing to promote your website, he asked? Nothing, was my reply.
I am sure life is so much easier for people who are looking to gain an exposure for their business on the net in 2007, now that these new comprehensive packages are available.
Stephen Hill runs The How To Stop Stammering Centre, he has a number of websites including:
stuttering information
mortgages for people with a poor credit history
debt specialist in Northfield, West Midlands
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Steve_Hill
I will never forget the experience of obtaining my first ever website. It was in 1999 and initially I was very excited about the prospect of having a site online even though in truth I knew very little about the internet.
This excitement would soon to despair as I attempted to find a web designer worthy of the name. Have you bought a domain, I was asked on numerous occasions? Well no, I would not know how? These people just presumed that I would know how to do this. I soon asked how to go about purchasing a domain which I now realise is very easy.
Eventually I found a chap who I took on to build the site. Once it was built he asked if I had any web hosting in place, I had not and again I had no idea what it was. He did however help me out on this score.
The site was now live, what a great feeling. After a few months I looked on google and yahoo and could not find the site was nowhere to be seen. I phoned up my webmaster and aked if he knew why this might be. What have you been doing to promote your website, he asked? Nothing, was my reply.
I am sure life is so much easier for people who are looking to gain an exposure for their business on the net in 2007, now that these new comprehensive packages are available.
Stephen Hill runs The How To Stop Stammering Centre, he has a number of websites including:
stuttering information
mortgages for people with a poor credit history
debt specialist in Northfield, West Midlands
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Steve_Hill
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