Frequently Asked Questions

Making Your Business a Virtual Success

Q. How can I tell if my web site is successful?
A. You can make use of a web site counter, which records the visits to a site. Your ISP can provide statistics on visits to your site.

Q. How much will building a web site cost?
A. ISPs will host your site for as little as $25 or even free. A domain name costs about $35 a year. If you plan to post pictures on a site there may be equipment costs.

Q. How can I make my site stand out and make people notice it?
A. Use graphics to enhance visitors' experience, but there is no substitute for useful content.

Q. What are some other ways that I can get people to notice my site?
A. Register your site with search engines and index sites. Use tags to identify key areas to search engines.

Q. How much will that cost?
A. Many search engines will list your site without cost, or you can contact services that will list your site with multiple search sites for a fee.

Q. Is it expensive to modify and update a web site?
A. It can be, depending on the site's complexity, but most Web sites can usually be modified or updated quickly and inexpensively.

Q. How do I build a web site?
A. There are many companies that exist for the sole purpose of creating business web pages. You can also build your own site using readily available software designed for that purpose.

Q. When should I update my web site?
A. If at all possible, try to update your site often. This gives new and fresh information, and keeps the interest of site visitors.

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