Creating Your Own Website

With the speed that information is now available all around us, it is imperative for a business to keep pace with this environment in order to remain successful. Having a website is no longer an option for a business, but a necessity to keep up with the standards. Many business owners are overwhelmed by the task of adding their website to the millions floating around cyberspace, but it doesn't have to be such an intimidating requirement. Many business owners are even able to learn how to create their own functioning and profitable website. With the requisite knowledge, you will save your business money, learn a valuable skill, and tap into a market that knows no bounds.

The first step in creating your website is to reserve your domain name. This is done by checking if your desired domain name is already registered through a domain name registrar. If it's available, you may register your name with just a small fee payment to the domain name provider. The domain fee is normally paid once a year but you can pay the cost upfront for several years if desired. The price depends on the provider but could range from $2 - $20 give or take. The domain name is the identity that you want visitors to associate with your website. When they are looking for you, it is the permanent address to your business. An example of a domain name would be www.mybusiness.com. A lot of thought should always be put into selecting the name as you do not want people to have a hard time trying to find you online.

Next, you have to find a web host. A web host is a company that owns some very fast computers and ensures that your information is on the web 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This allows a person the freedom to access your site at any time. Careful consideration should be used in selecting a web host as they offer good tips and support in creating your website. It is also advisable to avoid free web hosts. These companies get their compensation by covering your website in advertisements, making it seem unprofessional and cluttered. They also would not offer any support if you were to have a problem.

Once you've acquired a good web host, the fun can start; building the site. It doesn't have to be hard. Many people simply download a website builder and get right to work on the design. Do some research before selecting a site to go with, but once you do, they will guide you through the process step by step. Some people don't care for the formulated style of these sites and may choose to create the site manually. This can give your site more of a personal touch and room for creativity, but you must make sure that you have the proper skills and knowledge before undertaking the task with no guided structure. You can learn a lot by doing things yourself. People could even end up paying you to take advantage of your newfound skill for web design. With the willpower and the patience to learn and understand, you'll be able to create a successful and professional looking website ready for customers and profits.

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Casey Trillbar is the editor of makeawebsiteguide.com, which is a website aimed at supplying a step by step guide on how to make a website. http://www.makeawebsiteguide.com

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