Frequently Asked Questions
Web Design
Web Design
Why do I need a website?
In recent years, the Internet and World Wide Web has become an integral part of everyday life for individuals and businesses alike. Nearly three-quarters of the entire U.S. population accesses the Internet on a regular basis for business or personal use.
Leading consumer research indicates that customers expect the companies they do business with to have at least a basic website containing descriptions products and services, company background, contact information, and an email address or other means of electronic communication. We believe that a professional website has become a baseline, required component for any business.
Additionally, if you are a retailer with a product catalog that can be shipped or downloaded online -- your market becomes almost limitless when you sell online via an E-Commerce Website. Many new businesses use the web as their primary sales channel, while established retailers often use it as a new sales channel to expand and reach new markets.
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How do I reserve a domain name, like www.mycompany.com?
Registering and reserving your domain name is the first step in establishing your online presence. This is the address that visitors will type into web browsers to access your site.
Domain registration and website development/hosting are related - but separate components and services. Normally, you would check for the availability of a domain name (that it is not reserved or in use by another company) and pay an annual fee to an approved "Registrar" to keep the domain licensed in your name and for the exclusive use of your business.
We assist you in name registration and renewals free of charge - for as long as your website is managed by us.
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How long does it take to create a new website?
We recommend allowing for 4-6 business weeks from the start of the project to completion seeing your fully-functional website "live" on the Internet. This does vary from project to project, but represents a conservative estimate for planning purposes. As the design and development of your site is an interactive, collaborative process between your staff and us, this provides sufficient time for feedback, revisions, and your final approval of the site.
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How does the website design and development process work?
Our online systems and electronic communications allow us to facilitate the development process and ongoing management of your website "virtually" from our location to yours. This results in savings of time, costs, and resources that would otherwise be required for coordinating and traveling for in-person meetings. Jon Holmquist personally manages and works with you one-on-one. The development time is different for each project. Read more about the steps involved in creating a website.
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How will my site get listed in major search engines like Google and Yahoo?
Search engines are by far the most frequent method that web users employ to find websites related to their interests. As a result, every business or organization wants to their website to by readily returned when users type in certain search terms on the major search engines like Google, Yahoo, AOL, or MSN.
There is no simple approach or answer to getting your site listed on the major search engines. We estimate that there are well over 1000 firms nationwide that specialize solely in helping companies get their websites listed. We choose to focus on our core area of expertise, technical aspects of design and development of websites and systems, and not to offer online marketing services.
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How do I update my website or get technical support?
Jon personally supports each website he develops. He provides ongoing support and content updates to your website whenever required.
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How does the email service work?
A professional email solution is important to communicate with customers, suppliers, and partners. The email services included with all of our website hosting and management plans includes full POP/SMTP email accounts for you and your employees, compatibility with email clients like Microsoft Outlook, Macintosh Mail, or Lotus Notes, as well as the ability to check your email via the web when you are traveling or out of the office.
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Do you host my site?
No. We manage all of the details of getting you set up to use established and reputable hosting companies. We are your site manager and once your site is live, we can continue to manage and update your site as you request, or train you on how to do as much of it as you wish.
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