How to Build Websites at Home
Building websites is an exciting, fun, and often profitable activity, but to many people, is also a daunting task. This article will show you how to build websites at home and will show you that doing so is much easier than you imagined! The number one step in building a website is having a domain. Whether your goal is to have a personal site or to make money, try out our tools now to find a great domain.
Once you have a domain, you are ready to start building websites!
Step 1: Find a Hosting Plan
You need to have a web host to build websites. You can find many types of plans – from cheap plans that allow you to run one domain, to dedicated servers that can potentially run hundreds of sites. A couple of good web hosts are HostGator and GoDaddy
Step 2: Configure your Nameservers
Once you’ve your bought your domain and selected a host, you need to configure your nameservers to point to your domain. A nameserver is a server on the internet that maps your domain name to your web host IP address, allowing browsers to get to the right site when they type in your domain. Generally, your domain registrar will have a control panel where you can specify the name server you want to use for your domain. For detailed instructions on setting up your nameserver, check out our how-to guide on configuring your nameservers.
Step 3: Pick a CMS
Once you’ve configured your nameservers, you need to choose a CMS for your domain. A CMS will allow you to easily choose a theme for your site, and to easily add new content. To see a list of criteria when choosing a CMS, check out our article on choosing a CMS for your domain.
Step 4: Add Content
Once your CMS is configured, you need to add relevant content do you domain. Write some articles and author some blog posts to get your site fleshed out. If you want some community with your site, then download some plugins for your CMS to configure it exactly how you want.
There you have it. Building a website isn’t as hard as it sounds. Sign up for our premium membership to find your domain and begin building your website.
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