Online Basics 101
Get A Domain
A domain name is your unique address on the Internet. Domain name registration allows you to take ownership of that domain name by registering it with an approved domain names registrar like Network Solutions®. Businesses typically register domain names with their company name or their product names, while individuals often register domain names with their family names or names that have a personal interest to them. Domain names have two parts: the label and the extension, separated by a 'dot.' For example, in the domain name NetworkSolutions.com, 'Network Solutions' is the label and 'com' is the extension (also called the...
What Is Web Presence and How Do I Get Started?
Web Presence is a place for your business on the Web. Whether you use that place to share information on your business or choose to sell online, a Web presence is a key asset for many businesses.
Getting Your Business Online: What You Need to Know…
In order to compete in today’s wired world, establishing an online component to your business is essential for any business owner — whether you’re a small local retailer or a large business conglomerate. Entrepreneur Michael Walsh from StartupNation (www.startupnation.com) likens not having a website to not having a phone number for your business.
Learn About Merchant Accounts
A merchant account is a special agreement with a bank that allows you to accept credit card payments online. If you want to sell online, you will need to provide your customer with payment options that will make them feel comfortable about their transaction. Credit card transactions are the most popular method of online payment and the only way to accept credit card payments online is to have a merchant account.
Learn About Secure Email
Few people realize that special steps must be taken to secure email. Email security is the process of using email encryption to send messages that can only be opened by the intended recipient. Sending a message without secure email encryption is similar to dropping a post card in the mail – it can be read by almost anyone handling the postcard during its journey from sender to receiver.