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We’ve been running a series of articles here on ZDNet about setting up and running websites. With so much change going on in the world, it’s more important than ever to have a compelling web presence.

Also: How to build a website: What you need to get started

In this article, we’re going to look at all of the components that go into creating and maintaining an actively updated, mid-level website. What I mean by mid-level is that it’s not a one-page brochure site, but it’s also not a major site on the scale of ZDNet or CNET. We’re going to look at the content management system, the extensions and themes, the hosting provider, and the SaaS services that support the site.

By the time you finish reading, you’ll have a good …

I’ve been building websites since 1995. Courtesy of the Wayback Machine, you can even see the slightly cringe-worthy first one I ever put up. You’ll need to make your browser much narrower because it was designed in the days when screens were only 800 pixels wide.

With 26 years of experience making sites, it’s fair to say I’ve been asked, “So Dave, what do I need to do to get my own website?” a few hundred times, minimum. In this article, we’re going to answer that question. To get started, let’s define our terms.

What is a website?

From a website visitor’s perspective, a website is someplace online you visit to get information…

When building their first website, many people turn to GoDaddy, one of the biggest web hosts in the world. It not only offers domains, email, website hosting, and marketing services in one place, but it also has one of the best website builders on the market.

In this article, we’ll outline a few of the options you have when hosting a website at GoDaddy, and we’ll take you, step by step, through how to build a website with the GoDaddy Website Builder.

How to build a website with GoDaddy: Preparation

With lockdowns around the world affecting people’s ability to get out and visit businesses in person, it’s never been more important to have a website so that you can connect with people online. But how much does it really cost to build a website? How long does it take, and what’s involved?

These are the sorts of questions most people who are new to the process of creating an online presence will have. But to get answers to these questions, there are some questions you need to ask yourself first. And in this article, we’ll outline what these are to help you to understand the costs involved in building websites.

Step 1: Define what you want

South Africa has many different hosting providers, and it is crucial that you pick the right hosting service for your needs.

Considerations when choosing your hosting provider and package include cost, storage space, customer service, and the manner in which your website will be hosted.

Some hosting products involve sharing resources with other customers, whereas the more expensive options provide you with your own dedicated server.

1-grid told MyBroadband that small businesses looking to start a basic website should consider a solution that includes a website builder, as trends have revealed an increase in the usage of this feature.

It said that this software is cost-effective, user-friendly, and scalable – making it suitable for individuals and small businesses.

Larger businesses…