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dot coma – Are Domain Names Even Relevant Now?

Convince & Convert

When I started, domain names were free , because why would anyone pay money for something of no consequence? Domain names were free, and brands didn’t even know what the World Wide Web was in many cases (given that graphical browsers barely existed). ” Internet Direct: “Sure, but it’ll cost you.”

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Wordpress.com Vs Wordpress.org: Which Is The Best Blog Platform

Social Media Marketing

Difference between Wordpress.com and Wordpress.Org When you want to host a blog with a Domain name and want Wordpress to handle most of the web hosting tasks you choose Wordpress.com. You can make changes and get domain and FTP access to your website. The Wordpress.Org also has free plugins which have specific features.

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On Making Your Own Cost Efficient Business WordPress Websites

Bill Hartzer

Years ago, that statement may have been true…but in recent years technology has advanced to the point that you can now setup your website with very little start-up costs and in about 30 minutes time. As simple as it is today, your first step will be acquiring web hosting and a domain name.

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Six Steps To Having A Successful Business Website

The Realtime Report

Choose A Name. For your website’s domain name, you may want to register one that’s as close as possible to your trading name. A domain name which features your trade and location may help with the search engine optimization (SEO) for your site therefore helping your website appear higher in the search engine’s results.

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5 Quick Tips To Help You Start Your Blog

The Realtime Report

Pick A Domain Name. Your domain name is what you’ll be known by online, it’s your unique address, how people will find you in the search engines and it’s your until you decide you don’t want to pay for it anymore. Domains generally cost between $10 and $15 per year.

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The Importance of Social Media in a Successful Marketing Campaign

Kikolani

One would have to be blind not to see that social media networks have been some of the most successful performers on the Internet in the last few years. Just as the “dot com” revolution is still being talked about, many believe that the social network revolution may provide companies with an opportunity to grow as never before.

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Sparkle and Shine: 7 Must-Have Tips for Starting a Cleaning Business

The Realtime Report

Starting a cleaning business is relatively easy and costs a lot less than it does to start other types of companies. Pick a Name. You can ask your current insurance company (your home or auto provider) if they offer business insurance and what it will cost. That means you’ll also need a domain name.