Tools for proper website setup?
Now, it have come to my attention that alot of newbies does not know which are the basic tools they need to run a proper website. Yes, I am taking about website not even business. You need to understand how to use these simple dummy software before you even talk about business.
Why? Because nobody is going to care about your website design,layout and content as much as yourself. Period.
Ok …you like abc or 123..well let’s go with 1,2,3.
1. FTP program – You need to install this piece of software onto you pc. If you don’t even know how to install, pay me and I will do it for you. Mind you not cheap. (Joking). You can get free FTP program from download.com. AceFTP is what I am using now.
Purpose : To quickly transfer file from your local machine onto your hosting webserver. Still don’t understand then go read more on wikipedia.com
2. Compression Software – You need to install again and download a free copy from download.com. Or you can get it from me. The name is called Jpeg compress.
Purpose: To reduce the size of pictures which in turn helps your webpage to load quickly. Can be done in batch. One shot rename all and reduce the size.
3. Dreamweaver - Yes, install it. There is no free copy but of course you know the alternative you can get it elsewhere. Are you scared of knowing how to use this piece of software? Well, I do. But you only need to learn the basic like where to cut and paste. Period. Additional stuff you interested to learn,you might as well become a web designer.
Purpose : To cut and paste affiliates code or adsense code. Adding of links. If you are using wordpress then you can skip this. But people who uses blogger, please learn it no matter how.
4. Adobe Photoshop - Again install. No free copy. Buy yourself or using method found in 3. You need a banner right so make one. You can learn how to create a simple banner in under 60 mins. Don’t believe go to this link. Drop me a tip in my tip jar if you find what I say is true. You just save yourself hundreds of dollars.
Purpose : To create a personalised banner. Nothing else. Again go deeper you can become a full time graphic designer.
5. Adobe Reader - I guess you already know this. You can get a free copy at adobe.com.Again, install. Yes, a must have.
Purpose : A reader to read your ebooks.
Congrats you have graduated as a installation guru by now! This is the first step. Your basic ammuniation is ready.
Watch for your next technical tip.
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