What Every Web Site Owner Should Know How to make money on the web in a few simple steps... Think of something you are interested in. This can be anything really, if you know a lot about your topic of interest, so much the better. Think of hobbies, skills or things you are expert in... If you want to just ramble, fine, that works too. Create a Blog. It is easy and free. There are gazillions available. I like Blogger myself, but you make up your own mind. If you would like a step by step walkthrough Click Here, It will only take you a few minutes and you will be surprised at how easy it is. Sign up for Google Adsense (Sorry no tutorial, but c'mon, you can do it... Just read the directions, it's easy). Once accepted by Google, add the Adsense code to your blog. You will only have to do this once. Then every time you post the ads will immediately begin to display. You will earn money every time someone clicks on your ads. Google handles it all, you don't have to do a thing... Market yourself! Brag, nag, friend, follow other blogs (including mine, if you follow me, I may follow you). The more people that see your pages, the more clicks you will get. If you want to know tips, tricks and secrets to market your blog, then definitely follow this blog (Or even better, buy my book!). When your Adsense account reaches $100 Google will send you a check. Depending on how active you are and how effectively you have marketed your blog this could be faster than you think. However, if you just want to be lazy, then you may be in for a wait. You probably won't want to quit your day job, but a few hundred bucks every month can help pay those bills. That's it, that is all there is to it. It is easy to set up, free and only requires a little time a patience. The rest is up to you, are you game? Try it, and leave a comment to let me know how you did. Good luck and if you have a cool blog, I would love to follow it and maybe that will send you some visitors! Good luck~

Do It Yourself Webhosting?!? Ye Be Warned

What Every Web Site Owner Should Know DO IT YOURSELF WEB HOSTING? YE BE WARNED... (Web Hosting Pt 03) Eventually, you will hear or read somewhere that you can enable the Personal Web Server (PWS) and run your own Web server. You might be thinking “Gee, can save a few bucks and host my site for free”. While this is true, and may even seem easy, this is a huge endeavor if you want to do it properly. TURN BACK NOW, WHILE YOU STILL CAN! If you are still determined to run your own Web server here’s a few things to consider: Security: with millions of hackers, viruses, Worms, spyware packages, and other Internet threats, security is a paramount. While this applies to all computers; it is even more vital for a Web server exposed directly to the Internet. Web servers are extremely vulnerable simply due to their accessibility. Additionally, they have certain ports that need to be open to communicate with other computers. To deal with security, you will need a good hardware firewall, properly configured. Furthermore, the server must be set up properly with no exploits that could allow a hacker, worm, or other malware access. You will also need to monitor the security logs for any suspicious activity on a daily basis. DNS: if you’re going to run your own web server then you will need to run a public DNS server, or find a third party service to run your DNS zone for you. This is beyond the scope of this book Static IP address: you will also need a static IP address so that your domain name will consistently resolve to your Website. As we discussed before an IP address is what networks use to locate and identify other networks, computers and other Internet enabled devices. A static IP is usually more expensive than a dynamic IP. The difference between a static and a dynamic IP is simply this; a static IP never changes it is always a particular dress such as 68.183 dot 185.191 versus a dynamic IP that will change either periodically, or every time you turn on your computer. With this being said it is possible to run a Website with a dynamic IP address by using a third party company, however I do not recommend this approach. Software: It's expensive and obsolete by the time you open the packaging... Mail server: assuming you want to receive e-mail through your domain (i.e. you@yourdomain.com) you will need to install and configure a mail server on your computer and all the goes with it. By doing this you are enabling the service on your computer called SMTP (simple mail transport protocol). By turning on SMTP you have just open yourself to becoming an unsolicited e-mail relay server, better known as a spam zombie. And in properly secured and configured SMTP server will allow anybody on the Internet to use your computer to send e-mail. Even worse than that, with a few easy to get programs available widely on the Internet, they can even make these emails appear to be coming directly from you. Maintenance: When the server goes down guess who gets the calls and guess who you get to call... If this isn’t enough to scare you off, and you are determined to run your own Website, then I hope you’ll visit my website www. EverMoreTech.com. I have some tips and tricks as well as more detailed and in-depth instructions and advice to do this properly. However, I reiterate, it is cheaper be easier, more secure, and less of a headache to simply by hosting services. I personally run my own web hosting business and we’ll be happy to host a Website for you at a reasonable price.

Web Hosting Pt 02 Web Hosting Features Demystified

What Every Web Site Owner Should Know Web Hosting Features Demystified When you are searching for a Web host and comparing the different features offered, there are some terms used to describe the different features offered. Understanding what these terms mean and what your needs will likely be, can save you a considerable sum of money later on. I realize that a lot of this stuff is about as exciting as watching paint peel, but you will be glad you did later. Most average sites don’t require more than one or two Gigabytes of Web space (This will undoubtedly change in time). Buy the least expensive plan that offers the features you need. If you find that you need more, than it is usually a simple matter to request an upgrade to a better plan. Websites that offer high quality video, audio, photos, graphics, or have excessive traffic will use more resources than an average site. Sites that accept credit cards will need SSL to provide secure payment transactions. Corporate sites may need a dedicated server. Business may want to use co-location etc... In order to launch a successful Website you will need to keep your start up and operating costs to a minimum. Future considerations such as marketing, maintenance, and redesign can be costly. Assuming the hosting services you choose are adequate for your needs, the less money you spend on hosting the better. I mention this because there are many hosts that will charge top dollar for a level of service you do not need. Don’t get cheap, unreliable service, mind you, just be away that you don’t need to overpay. The more money you can save on hosting, the more you will have for other aspects of your site. Some basic web hosting features you need to be concerned about: Web space –This determines how much content you will be able to store on your site. Bandwidth –This is a measure of the data you can send over your site per day/week/month. Server performance –Faster machines mean better performance... Backups –Are the servers (and your Website) backed up daily? Access –Do you have the access you need? In most cases a simple control panel and FTP access should do the trick Support – Is there a toll free number? Is the support 24/7? Streaming videos, podcasts, webinars, or other media –Support for streaming media may be an additional add-on, or included in a premium package. SSL –Security Certificate necessary for ecommerce sites. Physical Security –does the facility have 24/7 security? When you are searching for a Web host and comparing the different features offered, there are some terms used to describe the different features offered. Understanding what these terms mean and what your needs will likely be, can save you a considerable sum of money later on. I realize that a lot of this stuff is about as exciting as watching paint peel, but you will be glad you did later. Most average sites don’t require more than one or two Gigabytes of Web space (This will undoubtedly change in time). Buy the least expensive plan that offers the features you need. If you find that you need more, than it is usually a simple matter to request an upgrade to a better plan. Websites that offer high quality video, audio, photos, graphics, or have excessive traffic will use more resources than an average site. Sites that accept credit cards will need SSL to provide secure payment transactions. Corporate sites may need a dedicated server. Business may want to use co-location etc... In order to launch a successful Website you will need to keep your start up and operating costs to a minimum. Future considerations such as marketing, maintenance, and redesign can be costly. Assuming the hosting services you choose are adequate for your needs, the less money you spend on hosting the better. I mention this because there are many hosts that will charge top dollar for a level of service you do not need. Don’t get cheap, unreliable service, mind you, just be away that you don’t need to overpay. The more money you can save on hosting, the more you will have for other aspects of your site.

Domain Registrars Pt 2 Choosing a domain name & Taking the plunge!

What Every Web Site Owner Should Know Choosing A Domain Name & Taking The Plunge! Now, if you are ready to take the plunge, it is time to visit a Domain Registrar and pick out a domain name. There is no time like the present and your domain isn’t going to register itself. The sooner you get started the better. The competition for domain names is a lot like the land rush in the early days of this country. There are still many good domain names to choose from, but every day that goes by, hundreds of thousands of new domain names are registered. The sooner you start the better chance you will have of getting a domain name you are happy with. Not to mention; the longer a Website has been in existence (and the length of time it is registered for) is a factor that determines how high Google will rank your pages. Just visit www.EverMoreTech.com/DomainName (URL Coming Soon) for a list of registrars, user’s experiences & ratings of their services, prices and links. Of course, I encourage you to leave your own opinions. You will also find a tool on my site that will allow you to see if your desired domain name is available or not (most registrars will have similar tools). One last thing before you go rushing off to buy your first domain name; take a few moments to think about it. Chances are, if you are in a popular field, there may not be much to choose from, but if you are clever, you should be able to come up with something that you are happy with. When you are choosing a domain name here are a few things to keep in mind; Keep it short. The longer the domain name is, the greater the chance that your potential visitors will make typos, misspellings, or simply be too lazy to type ThisIsMyReallyCoolDomainName.com. Avoid tricky spellings, homonyms, puns, or other gimmicky names. Unless this is really a prominent part of your business branding, I caution against using alternative spellings and or substituting characters (i.e. using the number 3 as a substitute for the letter E, this is known as "Leet") unless your target audience is a young cyber-literate group such as gamers. Using alternative spellings can cause confusion and be difficult to tell someone over the phone. While it may be unavoidable, try to keep that sound alike letters such as S & F, B & V, or D & T etc … to a minimum. When you are trying to give your Website address (particularly over the phone), or someone needs to jot down your e-mail address, it can be a challenge to make sure they get it. Use a .com TLD if you can. I try to use .com where ever possible. The .com top level domain is the most recognizable and will generally be the default when someone types in your domain name without it into a search engine. Keep it simple Allow for growth —if you choose BooksBooksBooks.com you are limited to books, whereas if you go with something more general such as; BooksAndMore.com you have room for growth if your site takes on a new direction previously unforeseen. If your site is specific to an industry and will not change, you may want to disregard this, but that is up to you. When possible, get something that is easy to remember. This is important. How many times have you sat down to the computer and could not think or a particular website’s name? Write down 30 good names. Then, cross out ten. Number the remaining 20 and visit a registrar to see if any of your favorites. If at first you don’t find one that you are thrilled about, or none of your favorites are available, then relax, and try again. If you can’t decide between a few different domain names, you can get them all and simply point, or forward all of them to your Website. Most registrars (not all) will allow you to forward a domain name for free. Of course, realistically, there are countless sites and about a bijillion names have been registered. You may be in a very competitive industry and there may only be slim pickin's so get what you can. You have to feel it... Once you have the domain name that is right for you; GRAB IT! More than once I have waited to buy a domain name only to find it was taken by the time I made up my mind. With that said; be careful checking out.Some Registrars attempt to sell you everything from so-called traffic boosters to the kitchen sink on your way to the credit processing page. JUST GET THE DOMAIN NAME! I do not recommend purchasing the add-ons particularly the $1.99 hosting package … I will talk more about Web hosting in upcoming posts.

Know Where and How To Get Info...

What Every Web Site Owner Should Know KNOW WHERE & HOW TO GET INFORMATION So, you have decided; for whatever reason you need to have a presence on the Internet. Obviously, this means getting a website. If you are like the majority of people on this planet, you probably have little or no idea where to start. Considering the cost of building a website, you may be facing a significant investment. To make matters worse; unless you are fortunate enough to have an I.T. department, you are probably at square one with nowhere to go for reliable advice... Well there is no need to worry, you have already started. Between the information contained in this book and the information which you can find on my website http://www.evermoretech.com/ you are well on your way to having all the tools and information you will need right at your fingertips. Just being prepared will help your odds of success significantly. Whether you intend to build your website yourself, or if you are planning to have a professional build it for you; having a good foundation of knowledge is extremely important when you start out. With the basics that are covered in this book you will have a good fundamental understanding of how Websites work, the tools needed to create them and how to launch, maintain and market them. This can mean the difference between success and failure. Congratulations, you have taken the first step toward owning a successful Website. Additionally, you now know that you are not alone. You now know the first thing that every website owner should know: Where to start, where to get information, and how to use it. Even better, the rest of the book is pretty easy too. So sit down make yourself comfortable and let’s get to the meat and potatoes. You might want to grab a pen, or pencil because I’ve included several blank pages and many places that you can take notes directly in this book that will help you organize your thoughts and store information that you will need to keep handy throughout the entire process.