Knowledge base
The content of this section is continuously evolving from my work designing fast, reliable web sites.What's here?
Here you'll find information on website design, domain names, hosting, search engines, web site standards, accessibility and browser compatibility.
You can also find stuff on shopping carts, on-line payment systems, e-commerce and business regulations.
Most of the articles are my copyright, and there are some documents reproduced under Crown Copyright terms. I believe the information to be accurate, but no responsibility can be accepted for its application in any particular circumstances.
Recent additions are listed below, but you can use the search box to dig deeper. For specific advice, please contact me.
Company details to be disclosed on web sites and in e mails
Posted in Knowledge base
From 1 January 2007, there are additional requirements for disclosing company information on company websites, business letters and and emails.
Websites, business letters, emails and order forms must now include:
Open Source software
Posted in Open source
Open source software is a co-operative endeavour that is available for everyone to use without payment of royalties. I both use and contribute to open source projects.
The 'Open source' section of this website includes notes on some aspects of the open source software that I use in my work. It includes notes for users and information that may help people who are new to the applications.
Quality assured websites
Posted in Web site design
The appearance of your web site depends on the user's individual computer interpreting the coding behind the scenes. As user software is updated, will your site still be available?
Search friendly web sites
Posted in Internet advice
Google indexes over 11 billion web pages, so if you want your site to appear within the first few results of any particular search, you have to plan accordingly.
Effective e-commerce - payment systems
Posted in Effective business web sites
An on-line payment system makes it easy for your customers to complete their purchases on line.
Payment systems
Secure online payment systems are operated by high street banks and by specialist companies. Costs vary significantly so it's worth exploring the options.
E-commerce web sites
Posted in Effective business web sites
You can create a completely new income stream with an e-commerce web site. Let me help your business grow!
Top ten tips for choosing a domain name
Posted in Knowledge base
Your domain name is part of your online identity and you want potential visitors to remember it. Here are my top ten tips for making it really work for you.
Domain name search
Posted in Knowledge base
The simplest way to check whether a domain name is available, is to go directly to the registrar concerned.
Domain names
Posted in Knowledge base
Nominet is the UK's official registrar for domain names. It charges £80.00 plus VAT for two years registration, but agents may charge more or very much less.
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