What is a website?
Websites are files stored on servers, which are computers that host websites. These servers are connected to a giant network called the Internet. Browsers are computer programs that load websites via your Internet connection, such as Google Chrome or Firefox, while the computers used to access these websites are known as “clients”.
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Prepare Your Idea
Before laying pen to paper or hands to keyboard, it's vital to first connect with teams and personnel across your organization to develop a plan for your website. Here are some questions to consider before your first site:
- What is the goal of your website?
- Who is your audience, and what do you want them to do on your website?
- What type of website are you building? (e.g. basic informational, membership, online store)
- What content are you aiming to publish, and at what volume?
- What’s the purpose of this content?
- How will you structure your website for the best navigational experience?
- What’s your budget?
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Acquire a domain name
Every Website needs a domain name, a memorable website name that your visitors can use to find your site. Perhaps you’ve heard of sites like GoDaddy and Hover. These services help you purchase a domain name and register with ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers). Most domain registrations are good for a year before you’re required to renew.
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Design & Construction
The project can now move on to the design stage once the research and planning have been completed. At this stage, mockups are created and presented to the client for approval. This stage consists of establishing the client's desired look for the website and determining the functional requirements.
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Maintenance and Enhancements (ongoing)
Creating content and making a website accessible, as well as maintaining hosting and security, are ongoing tasks after a site goes live. Additionally, real user feedback and requests can be used to improve the site. To ensure that clients' websites are continually enhanced, we recommend scheduling periodic reviews.
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