August 2009

In this issue:

From the Editor:

Wanting to get a new domain name and don't know where to start. Read on for some good tips on choosing a domain name.

The Tips & Tricks section has info on a great graphics program you can use from any where!

As always, remember to Surf Safely - use your anti-virus and firewall's!

- Michelle

“Never wrestle a pig. You both get dirty and the pig enjoys it.”

"Tips for Choosing a Domain Name"

Your domain name is a very essential component of your website. The careful collection and key wording of your domain name is one of the most important part of the primary steps in setting up any website. Here are the 5 tips for selecting a domain name.

Long or Short Domain Names?

Domain names can be of any length up to 67 characters. You don't have to settle for an obscure domain name like wru.com when what you mean is widgetsareus.com.

Some argue that shorter domain names are easier to remember, easier to type and far less susceptible to mistakes: for example, "getit.com" is easier to remember and less prone to typos than "connecttomywebsiteandobtainit.com".

Many argue that a longer domain name is usually easier on the human memory - for example, "gaepw.com" is an acronym that is difficult to remember and type correctly, whereas if we expand it to its long form, "GetAnEconomicallyPricedWebsite.com", we are more likely to remember the domain name.

Bottom line, iIt's increasingly difficult to get short meaningful domain names. I'm fairly certain that names like "shoe.com" have long been sold.

Long domain names that have your site keywords in them also have an advantage in that they rank better in many search engines. So, for example, if you have a site on free articles with a domain name like freearticles.com, it might do better in a search for "free articles".

Put up a parking page:

After getting a domain name, immediately put up a parked page with keywords and some inbound links. Even if you don’t want to use the domain for several months, old domains have more worth and authority to search engines. You want a set of domain names that’s like a fine wine.

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Tips and Tricks

Picnik

You're at someone else's computer, you need to quickly edit an image, and there's no graphics editor for you to use. What do you do?

Simple -- just jump onto Picnik, register for free, and within moments you'll have access to a full set of powerful editing tools, right there in your web browser!

The great thing is Picnik works with your photos wherever they are: Flickr, Facebook, Photobucket, Picasa, MySpace and more!

It has loads of effects as well as creative solutions and it's so easy to use it's crazy. Check it out -- I'm sure you'll be thrilled you did.

Just for Fun or Useful Links

Improve your Typing

Still using the hunt and peck method? Want to sharpen your typing/keyboard skills? TypingWeb.com offers free beginner, intermediate adn advanced online typing lessons.

www.Typingweb.com

Too Stressed to Sleep?

Try logging on to www.SoundSleeping.com. This free website lets you create a personalized blend of soothing sounds to help you relax.

www.SoundSleeping.com

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