Have you ever tried to build a website? If you’re like most non-technical types, your first try probably stopped cold at the first step: Registering a domain name. You might have asked yourself questions like, “What is a domain name and how does it work?” “What does domain name mean?” or “How do I register […]
- David
- February 24th, 2017
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Learning how to register a domain name is essential to owning a website. In fact, it’s the very first step. The name and other registration options you choose will either support the success of your website or hold it back it every single day. Don’t worry, though. Below, we’re going to show you exactly […]
- David
- February 10th, 2017
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Registering a domain name is an exciting time for a business, especially if it’s your first one. It’s a rite of passage, and it makes your entity official, real and tangible. Long before you prepare to purchase, you’ve probably taken the time to come up with a catchy name that personifies your company. However, there […]
- David
- January 30th, 2017
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With over 850 million websites in use, it can be challenging to find a domain name that hasn’t been claimed. The government still uses .gov, and .edu is still mostly dedicated to educational institutions. Is .com the best extension for your business? At one time, businesses used the com extension on their domain names. Non-profit […]
- Donna Fisher
- September 22nd, 2016
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Many business owners will purchase multiple domain names in order to “corner the market,” so to speak. When you buy domain forwarding, you can increase the traffic to your site. With masking, you can protect your own privacy. The internet uses IP addresses, and web servers use the Domain Name System to turn domain names […]
- Donna Fisher
- September 9th, 2016
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Internet privacy is hotly pursued by denizens of the www. universe. The threat of identity theft is very real, as is attack by direct marketers, spammers, and hackers. But, is too much privacy possible? The argument over domain privacy is raging as nations debate its specifics, ethics, and legality. Meanwhile, many of us wonder, “What […]
- Donna Fisher
- September 2nd, 2016
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There are a lot of questions when it comes to how to register a domain name. Since a domain name can make or break a website, it’s wise to know how to choose a good name and register it properly. Whether your website will be used for commercial, academic, or casual purposes, a high-quality domain […]
- David
- February 17th, 2016
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How many times have you gone to visit a website and had a difficult time with getting the domain name right? Let's talk about a few simple questions you can ask yourself to determine if your domain name will help or hinder people trying to find or remember your site. Will I need more than […]
- David
- March 7th, 2013
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There are many things you need to worry about when starting your own website. You need an idea, you need a plan, and you need a name. You website name is probably the most important thing you will come up with during the planning stage. To find the right name for your website, you need […]
- David
- February 12th, 2013
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"Do I need my own domain name?" This is an incredibly common question, especially among new bloggers and website owners. The appeal of a free site on WordPress.com or Blogger.com is overwhelming, especially compared with the time, effort, and money that often goes into building a website. Instead, there are all of those nice drag and drop […]
- David
- December 5th, 2012
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