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A Quick Quide to Nameservers

by anvilteam on February 14, 2011

A Quick Guide to Namservers

What is a Nameserver?

A Nameserver (or Name Server) stores a database of human readable domain names (e.g. google.com) and their computer friendly IP address (e.g. 74.125.230.113) and, when asked, translates one to the other.

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Choosing a good domain name

by anvilteam on January 23, 2011

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A domain name is your virtual address on the Internet; much like your postal address helps people find your house, a domain name helps people find your website.

Picking the right domain name is the first step to any sucessful website, whether your website is for your business, yourself or your local sailing club.

So, what makes a good domain name?
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Getting started with web hosting guide

by anvilteam on January 8, 2010

In this guide we cover the basic aspects of using web hosting for the first time. From choosing a domain name and package to configuring email addresses and uploading your website.

  1. Domain Name
  2. Which Package?
  3. Create your account
  4. Domain Names & DNS
  5. Upload your files
  6. Setting up email addresses

Read on after the break for the complete guide.

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