Web Site Design

Web Site Design

There are several steps required for web site design, and Enlink Design will guide you through every step of the process. Here are the key steps:

Determine your target audience and the purpose of the web site (Examples: sell products, provide information, attract customers to your business).
Select a style and the colors (Examples: “flashy”, subdued, colorful).
Gather information for the site (Examples: product descriptions and price, contact information, company information).
Select a domain name (see below).
Register the domain name.
Stay in contact with the web designer to answer questions and provide feedback as the site is developed.
Preview the site as it is built.
Give final approval.

Domain Name Rules

When selecting a domain name, observe these limitations:

Use only letters, numbers, or a dash (“-“).
Domain names cannot begin or end with a dash.
Domain names are not case sensitive.
Domain names cannot include spaces.
Domain names should not exceed 63 characters.
Note: Many Internet applications can’t support over 26 characters (extension not included.

The following extensions can be used:

.com - For commercial and personal web sites.
.net - For companies involved in Internet infrastructure.
.org - For non-profit organizations and clubs.
.us - For U.S. citizens or residents plus any business or organization with a presence in the United States.
.biz - For commercial businesses.
.info - For anyone, but seldom used.