One of the biggest problems most non-technical people face when trying to organise a web-site, is getting a simple idea of what's involved - what costs are included in the project, what approaches can be taken etc. The difficulty here is cutting through jargon. It suits a lot of web design companies to keep the process shrouded in mystery. After all, if you're not sure what you're paying for, you can't be sure whether you're paying too much!
With this in mind, we've prepared a selection of frequently asked questions on the topics of web design, web hosting,search engine optimisation, domain registration, and affiliate networks - all of which are elements to consider when setting up your web site.We hope the questions and answers will help clarify the overall process of getting your web site together. If you have a question that's not answered here, you can send it to us using the contact form on the right hand side of this page. We'll try to answer it as quickly and clearly as possible. If it's a question that can be of use to others, we'll also include it in this section.
Some of the FAQs
Can I have video included on my site?
One of the major changes, in recent years in terms of web design, has been the incorporation of video footage into websites.
Certainly we can build video footage into your site. There are various options, including streaming video, embedin...
What are those html valid links that I see on site? What's the difference between valid and non-valid html, and what difference does it make for my site?
Html, or hypertext markup language, is a coding language that was developed in the 1980s, and is still the main language that is used on the internet.
It's worth thinking in terms of language. Http is a language that has a well def...
Can you guarantee high placings in the search engine listings for my keywords?
We can't guarantee high listings for your given keywords automatically in the major search engines.
But read the small print in the various offers that suggest they can, and you'll find there's always a catch. Getting top listings r...
What is google page rank?
There's a certain amount of confusion - often exploited by search engine optimisation companies - surrounding the term 'google rank'.
Google rank is a rating given to each individual page that makes up your web site. Your front page, for e...
How long does it take to register a domain name?
That depends upon the tld (top level domain) that you choose, and the registrar through whom you choose to register the name
In the vast majority of cases,for example with .com and .info names, it takes as long as filling out a form online...
What is Link Baiting?
Link baiting, seems, from the sound of it, to be one of those 'black hat' techniques to fool search engines into giving you top rankings
In fact, though, link baiting if done correctly is a perfectly legitimate search engine optimisation t...
Questions on Web Design
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Questions on Search Engine Optimisation
Search engine optimisation, or ensuring that your web site gets listed well in the major search engines, is a hugely important element in having an effective website. Unfortunately it's also an area that is filled with misconceptions and myths - which end up costing you money.Questions on Web Hosting
After your website is designed, it will have to be placed on a server. Most people don't have the technical expertise/infrastructure to run their own server, and so you need a web hosting account. There are a huge range of choices and alternatives - so how do you choose? We list some of the common questions and pitfalls for web hosting.Questions on Domain Registration
Naming your website - registering a domain name - is more important than you might think. It's a relatively simple process, but one where mistakes can be made - mistakes that may cost you money or visitors.Questions on Affiliate Marketing
An area that has developed hugely over the last couple of years, affiliate marketing can work in different ways for your website. You may want to advertise your site through an affiliate network, or you may wish to place affiliate network ads on your site to generate extra revenue. We've put together some common questions and tips to guide you through affiliate marketing.