The Website Process
Things to consider
Sure you need a website? Maybe all you need is a Web space for displaying photographs and communicating with people. If so, check out one of the many social networking sites. But, if you need a website, consider the information on this page. Note: links on this page open in a new window.
Free website?
Some web hosting companies have "start for free" plans. Here are four examples:
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Chosen a domain name?
One of the first things to decide on is a domain name, which gives your site a location or address on the Internet (e.g., clivesoden.com). Domain name registration fees are typically around $15 per year. Some hosting companies allow you to have a free domain name that includes their name along with yours, such as clivesoden.weebly.com.
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Note: If you have a website developer (such as me) register your domain name for you, make sure you get the password to the account so you keep complete control over your domain name.
Found a hosting company?
The easiest way to have a website is to use a hosting company that includes an easy-to-use site builder such as GoDaddy, Weebly or Wix.
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Others have content management systems (CMS) that enable collaboration so that more than one person can make updates to the site. For example, I was a volunteer assistant for this type of website at Our Lady Queen of Angels Church.
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This website Katherine Thamer Treherne is one that I developed and gave the owner procedures so that she can update and maintain the site herself.
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Note: If you have a website developer (such as me) sign you up with a Web hosting company, make sure you get the login information for the account so you keep complete control over your site.