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Do I need a web developer or a web designer? How do
I go about picking the right one for me?
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Click here to
review an article which gives prospective clients an objective
look at selecting a good web site design firm.
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How much does a web site cost?
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There are quite a few factors that are going to affect
the ultimate cost of your web site. These factors include
how many pages you are going to have, if you will sell products
on your website,
the graphic work involved, and how interactive your web
site will be. You will also need web hosting and domain name
registration.
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Do I need to hire a "local" web
site designer?
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We create web sites for clients who are local as well
as out of state. By using the Internet, email and the telephone,
it is possible to communicate effectively with clients in any location.
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How long does it take to have a web site designed?
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The time frame is determined by the size of your web
site, the complexity of your site design, and our current client
design schedule.
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What is a URL?
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It stands for "universal resource locator".
This is the address typed in to view your web page on the
Internet. For example, you would type in http://www.royhagenwebdesign.com
to access our home page.
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What is a domain name?
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A domain name is a specific web site address that you
choose and register with Network Solutions (the official
registrar of domain names ending in .com, .biz, .edu, and .gov).
Our domain name
is "royhagenwebdesign.com".
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I am currently hosted with AnotherFirm.com and would
like to switch over to Roy Hagen Web Design and Production Services.
How do I do this?
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Just let us know in an email and we will take care of everything.
We will transfer your domain name along with all of your existing
web sites content.
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Can I choose you to design my site and use my own web
hosting?
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Yes
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What is web hosting?
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Web hosting is the process of providing a server where your
web site and related files will reside. This is what makes your
site accessible
on the Internet.
A monthly or yearly fee applies. We
can
provide
web
hosting assistance
for our clients.
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What is site maintenance?
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Site maintenance is the process of keeping your site
updated with new content which you provide and can be done
on a monthly, or regular basis, or as needed. Hourly rates apply.
Most good web sites have new content updated regularly. Fresh
content
will keep your
visitors coming back.
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Do you offer any type of discounts?
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Yes, we offer discounts for schools and non-profit
organizations.
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Why can't I find my web site in the search engines?
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Once your site has been submitted to the top Search
Engines they may require several weeks, or even months to
actually spider and list your web site in their directory. How
fast your site
is listed depends on each individual Search Engine's database
update schedule. Watch your server traffic logs for visiting
spiders. Your site
can be listed on AOL, MSN, and Overture in a couple of days.
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Web Site Content - What Do I Put On My Site?
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That would depend on the goals of your web site. If
you run a business website you would want include as much
information about the products or services that your customers
would
need in order to purchase from you.
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I've made my decision - I want you to design my web
site. Now what do I do?
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If you have decided you want a web site or have any
questions, simply email or call Roy (978-535-2654) to start
the process.
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