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 Post subject: Starting a Website
PostPosted: Fri Jan 08, 2010 2:30 pm 
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I want my own website. I have no clue where to start, but I'm willing to learn.
Can anyone point me in the right direction?

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You can't go wrong with Wordpress. The platform is extremely user-friendly and you can avoid code 100% while still being able to do some cool **** through the use of free plugins. I use it every day developing websites for everything from doctors to surf shops.

http://en.wordpress.com/signup/

Make sure you understand the difference between a post (typical blog, updated dynamically) and a page (static):
http://en.support.wordpress.com/post-vs-page/


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Isn't that like livejournal.com? They only give you 3gb of space. I'll need more for pics, videos, mp3s, etc.
That might be a good place to start though. Thank you Lenas.

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3gb of space because the hosting is free, yes. If you want more space, you'll need your own hosting. If you have your own hosting, you'll need a domain name to tie it to.

Domains are generally $5-9 for a year. Basic file hosting packages are usually $5-10 a month. I recommend HostGator for hosting options, I've been using them for years and no complaints.

If you decide to go this route, I'll offer my time to set up a wordpress install for you np np.


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Wow, you get 3GB for free now days? Last time I was setting up a free site it was something like 50MB.

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Thanks Lenas. I poked around there a little bit and saw that I could add video hosting for $59 a year and a few other things. I definitely want more than just a blog, and after looking a little bit I can see what you mean about wordpress.
As soon as I figure out exactly what I want I may take you up on your offer if it still stands; thank you.

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Youtube is free video hosting :p


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Lenas wrote:
Youtube is free video hosting :p


Yeah I'm aware. :)
I just want all of my stuff in one place. I go back and forth from FB, Glade, YouTube, and Support Forums.
Just want it all in one place and for it to be more personalized.

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But what about GeoC.... oh, yeah, that's right... :lol:


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damaged wrote:
But what about GeoC.... oh, yeah, that's right... :lol:


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I made my site with Weebly.com.

Also, I <3 Vimeo for my video needs.


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LadyKate wrote:
damaged wrote:
But what about GeoC.... oh, yeah, that's right... :lol:


?

He's referring to Geocities.com. Went down the tubes, so to speak, a few months ago.

Good luck with your site.

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Aethien wrote:
LadyKate wrote:
damaged wrote:
But what about GeoC.... oh, yeah, that's right... :lol:


?

He's referring to Geocities.com. Went down the tubes, so to speak, a few months ago.

Good luck with your site.


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