Domain Registration, Hosting Options

Hosting and Domain registration are the web publisher’s equivalent of paying rent.  We don’t like it, but we have to do it.

what you are paying for is for space on a server, which is a computer that is connected to the internet and can “host” your content.

Here are a few options for hosting domain registration, all of which are compatible with WordPress.

1. Domains Vision

DomainsVision seems to be the best deal for the money at this time.  Although you get less that Dreamhost, it is still way more than you will need for a long while.

signup for Domains Vision here

2. Dreamhost

Domains Web is cheaper, however I’ve been usind dreamhost for a while with clients and they have a very good track record.

signup for DreamHost  here

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Whatever you choose, please have the emails that yo will receive from your host accesible for our class so i can assist you if yo have questions.

below is the Dreamhost signup step by step:

1. go to https://signup.dreamhost.com/

2. click on I would Like to “Host a Domain” link

3. click on the plan you wold like (monthly, yearly, 2 years, ect).

4. where it says “I would like a private server…” leave both bloxes unchecked

5. where it says”I would like to add..” leaave everything as is (with only Google Apps checked)

6. where it says “Configure my first domain…” choose the appropiate option. this will vary from person to person, if yr confused drop me a line.

7. where it says “My contact information…” well, you know.

8. Finally, click on “i have read the terms and conditions” and proceed to payment.

9. after payment goes through, yo will get a bunch of emails with your account name, controp panel info, FTP info, etc. please have those be accesible during class.

see you Tuesday,
S

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