Domain Names Why You Need One & How To Get One

Posted on January 28, 2011
in Video Tutorials, WordPress
by Daryle

A domain name is one of the first things you’ll need to get when you want make your own website using WordPress software. Thankfully they are inexpensive and easy to get, but you’ll want to put some thought into it before you claim yours.

I created this video to help you understand domain names as well as offer some advice when it comes to picking one:

If you do not see a video player you can check out the video on YouTube right here.

This post and this video is the second in a series on “How to Set Up WordPress.” Here is a break down of what this mini course of WP tutorials covers:

WordPress.com vs WordPress.org – “Which is right for your business.”
Domain Names – “Why you need one and how to get one.”
Web Hosting – “What it is and where to get it.”
How to Install WP – “Using one click install to get your site launched fast.”
How to Design a WP Site – “Using WP Themes to instantly change the look of your website.”
How to Add Features & Functions – “Using WP Plugins to quickly boost your site’s power.”

I find that most folks struggle with the set up of WP than any other time. Once your site is up and running you’ll quickly learn your way around it and you’ll be a WP Expert in no time!

Looking for more support and knowledge when it comes to using WordPress? Check out my WP Learning Society. A members only community of small business owners who are using WP to dominate the web.

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