How to Compare Web Hosting & Domain Names
Every website requires web hosting and a domain name. There are many things to consider before buying a domain name or a hosting package. Much depends on your reason for building a website in the first place.
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Domain Name
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A domain name is the unique address of the root of your website. A domain name must be registered with an accredited domain name registrar. It will cost about ten dollars a year and should contain the main keyword phrase that describes your website content most accurately.
Hosting Space and Bandwidth
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The size and activity of your website will determine the amount of storage space you will need on your web hosting server. Large sites with many pages will require more storage space. Transfer bandwidth is also an important consideration. Highly active websites will place more demand on the server and require more bandwidth. Each hosting package offers a different level of storage and bandwidth.
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Technology
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Different hosting packages offer different levels of support for various technologies. If you plan to use PHP or a database with your website, you must ensure that your hosting provider offers support for these technologies.
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