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Web Hosting
Knowing what to look for and the kinds of questions to ask, will help you to make an informed decision that ultimately saves you money and grief. The aim is to find the provider that best serves your particular needs. And there lies the key -- your particular needs.
You should have a clear vision of your Web site's purpose.
How is it going to be used?
What do you intend to accomplish with it?
Will you be selling products, or simply providing information?
Will there be interactive forms on your site for subscriptions, referrals, surveys and so on?
These answers will be useful in helping you decide on the best hosting package for your type and size Web site.
A smart way to begin your search is by soliciting feedback from friends and associates who already have a Web presence. Their responses will usually be candid and insightful, and you could then followup on your own.
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Another approach is to visit discussion boards and online forums like WebHostingTalk, where you'll find informative posts and discussions complimenting reputable providers and griping about unsavory ones.
Host directories are another resource you could utilize. Simply typing "host directory" (with quotation marks) into your favorite search engine query box, will return thousands of pages for you to investigate.
The next step is to compare service plans, features and tools. Here are areas you need to look at closely:
Technical Support. This ranks at the top of my list of priorities. You must have help when you need it. Support should be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and should be accessible by telephone, email, online forum or even live chat.
Customer Service. It should be prompt, professional, courteous and effective. The quality of this service will play a major role in developing (or destroying) a mutually beneficial business relationship.
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