Posts Tagged ‘web hosting’

This is a question that is asked by anyone who is serious about having their business promoted on the internet.

But in essence a web designer’s answer could be just like this: ‘How long is a piece of string?’

But let’s see if I can break it down into a simple explanation that can help you find your way through the minefield of web design. I want to look at three elements that are required when it comes to getting your business on the Web – domain name, web hosting and web design.

1. Domain Name

The first thing that you need to do is to decide upon a domain name for your business (www.yourbusiness.com.au). If you purchase two year’s registration under $100 you’re doing well. My advice is that you don’t buy any longer than two years. I once bought a domain for five years, and then promptly forgot about it, and when the five years was up, someone actually took the domain and I was unable to get it back for a number of years.

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Google leads the way yet again with an initiative to reduce their carbon footprint. ‘Blackle’, an alternative to Google, is estimated to save the equivalent of ten thousand 100 watt light bulbs burning continuously for 1 hour.

The question is though: Can you increase your business by making your site carbon neutral?

One of the most important issues of our generation is Global Warming. As business people we have the responsibility and ability to contribute to help solve the environmental crisis. Eco friendly sites are sought after by customers, and research shows that people will choose an eco-friendly or green option if given the chance. (solarenergyhost.com)

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