Thursday, March 18, 2010

FAQs


1. What is a Web site?
2. My business is local, why do I need to have a Web site?
3. What is a domain name?
4. How should I choose a domain name?
5. Why do I need a .com domain name?
6. Do I need a .com domain if I already have another local domain?
7. How much does a domain name registration cost?
8. How does a domain name registration work?
9. How do I check for the availability of a .com domain and register it?
10. Did you know that you can register more than one domain name?
11. How much does it cost to set up a Web site?
12. How do I promote my Web site so that people can find me online?
13. How do I select a domain hosting service provider or register a
domain name in India?
A .com domain name gives your business an online advantage.
Competitiveness: A .com domain name is one of the most popular across many geographies and industries.

Reputation: Many of the biggest and best corporations around the world use and promote their Web sites with a .com extension.

Customer traffic: A .com domain name is by far the most likely extension to be tried out by visitors from type-in traffic.

Creates a positive perception: A .com domain name suggests that you are serious about doing business and lends credibility.

Establishes longevity: .com is one of the oldest extensions and suggests a well-established presence on the Internet.

Improved visibility: A .com domain name gives you the right advantage in a populated online landscape. Today's search engines are geared to recognise .com. For example if you type mydomain into a search bar without worrying about the 'www' or the .com, you will end up at http://www.mydomain.com.