Start by choosing a domain name which will be specific to your online website. Choose something catchy or easy to remember (depending on what type of business you are operating). Dot com sites are the most popular and plentiful, but there is also the option of using dot biz, dot net, or dot org. Once you've selective an appropriate domain name you'll need to secure it. This will require you to purchase your domain name with payment. There are various sites you can go to to do this. Buying a domain name can vary in price. Again, make sure your domain name is something people will remember; especially since you must invest in it.
Next you'll need to purchase a web hosting package. Basic packages are available for reasonable fees all over the internet. Just make sure you are dealing with a reliable source then select the package based on your individual business needs. There are a variety of packages for email and web hosting. It is wise to discuss your needs with a web knowledgeable friend or a website designer. Important things to remember when purchasing a package are to remember the bandwidth, email accounts, and storage needs for your business. Every owner will have a different set of needs and those needs will depend on the type of business you operate.
With the base set, you'll need to write and develop your content. This can include PR about your business, and news, events, blogs, photos, banners, and contact info are just some of the items posted when talking about content for your site. Consider hiring a copywriter to create your content. Make sure all content is well written and profession with words spelled correctly and that flows well. Remember to edit and proofread your content carefully. Also, have another eye look at the content for you so that you will avoid typos and mistakes.
You will then need to program your site. Use a professional website designer or online service. Online sites and packages will include instructions for website development, website programming, already built in templates, and guides for downloading images and content and it will also advise you on how to work with coloring for your site.
The final step in having your very own business website is making it live. Making your site live is the most exciting part. Once you publish your site, spread the word about your site and business. Include a link on your outgoing emails, post the link on your blog, and post the link to your Facebook and Twitter to get even more exposure. Tell your friends and family about your site to increase the traffic to your site. Creating your business's website is not hard and can be fun. It will hopefully bring you increased and improved business opportunities and also generate income for you. Follow the above steps and watch your site work for you.
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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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