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Now that you've decided on a domain name, it's time to actually design your website!
This is the most creative and rewarding part of the process.
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There are essentially three options, depending on the amount of customization and
flexibility you want and on how much you are willing to learn.
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- Choose a web design package for novices. You should look for a package that includes lots
of professional looking templates that you would feel comfortable using - just because you want
to keep things easy doesn't mean they can't look good!
- Choose a more advanced web design package, like Microsoft's Front Page. With this solution
you will need to learn a little more about HTML, but you will also have the flexibility to express
yourself any way you want.
- Hire a professional web design company to create your site. This option is more attractive
to businesses than to individuals, but if you're looking to accept orders on your sites or have
very sophisticated graphics, this is a good way to go.
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You might also want to use a Website Template to make getting started easier.
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| Website templates |
A web template makes it much easier to design a professional looking website. A template
gives you a starting place with graphic elements, a nice looking font, and a layout.
In some cases, templates can also make it easy to set up features like ecommerce.
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Here are some things to look for when choosing a webpage template:
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- How quickly does the page load
- What is the cost (some are free)
- Do you like the visual design
- Does the visual design relate to your website or business
- Are you required to put someone else's brand or business name on your website if you use the template
- Is it easy to customize the template for your needs? What tools do you need?
- Are there any limitations to how you can use the template?
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