Site creation
To get your business on the Internet you can choose from several options. How do you know what works for you? That totally depends on the purpose of your website and what your intentions are for the information. Read about the options below to get a better idea of your choices.
A blog is an online journal, where entries are listed by date published. This works well if you have a lot of information or news to share with your audience or community. A blog is more personal and informal, for example: http://www.multiculticooking.com/
A static website has pages with permanent information and is also known as a brochure site. This type of site is used by for example, restaurants, corporations, institutes. Example: http://www.campbellfamilychiropractic.com/
A blogsite is a blog with static pages to display more permanent information such as, an About or Contact 
page. The blog itself can be used to provide updates or news. This (ADFI) site is an example of a blogsite.
You can find more information at this post I wrote about the choice between a website and a blog.
To create blogs and blogsites for our customers we are using WordPress, the most popular and easy to manage blogging platform. For static sites we use the WebPlus application, which is comparable to Dreamweaver.
Comparison of blogs and websites:
| Blog | Website | |
| Content | Dynamic | Static |
| Purpose | Regular updates | Brochure site |
| Content Management System (CMS) | Easy to learn and update | Webmaster updates only |
| Software | WordPress - web application (access with any internet connection) | Dreamweaver, WebPlus, etc. – desktop application (access only from PC with application) |
| Search Engine Friendly | Yes, due to fresh content from updates (search engines love it) | Not so much, because static content becomes ‘stale’ and may be ‘skipped’ by search engines. |
What’s next after you decide which site fits your needs?
First, you’ll need a domain name (internet address) for your site, then get webhosting to house the content of your site at this address.
Next, hire us to create the site and upload your content and pictures. Complete the website questionnaire to provide more details about your site.
Ultimately, you’ll have your very own site on the internet in 14 days or less.
Tip: You can buy your domain name and hosting separately or get a free domain with your hosting plan at Bluehost.com (affilliate link). Use this link if you are taking advantage of our Starter Package.
See a sample of our clients’ sites here.
Other services
Blog customization and maintenance
Customization includes adding a logo, changing colors, etc. to match your business image. Maintenance includes any updates after initial set up.
Tutoring
Learn how to manage your WordPress site (30 minutes included with Business package), or how to use software programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet browsers.
Virtual assistant
Need help purchasing your domain and web hosting, or proofreading your site content? We’re here to assist!
Go to our Catalog to review and purchase the items mentioned above.
Still have questions? Contact me any time; I am ready to get your blog or website up and running!
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