1. First, a few basics for the beginners reading this... In order to put your web site on the Internet, you have to have access to a host server. The host server stores your web site files and makes them available to anyone on the web. Don't even think about doing this at home, folks. Even the largest corporations let the pros handle this!
A "Hosting Service" can host hundreds or even thousands of web sites on a single server, and by spreading the costs over ALL the users, they make it cheaper for everyone!
One other important item - You're host doesn't have to be located anywhere near you. It can be half-way around the earth and still be as close as your modem! (Isn't the web cool?)
Also, the local dial-up service provider (ISP) that you use to connect to the web generally will have nothing to do with who hosts your web site. Those are two completely different services. Sometimes your local ISP will also offer web hosting services, but be careful. Many local ISPs aren't large enough to offer quality hosting services. Likewise, you generally won't get dial-up access from your host. (Besides, if it's located half-way across the country, you wouldn't want to pay long distance to connect to the web!) You use your local ISP to connect to the web and to upload your web site files to your hosting service's server.
2. Here's what you should expect to get from the betterweb hosting services: - typically includes standard features, server space and a custom domain name. - The host should be able to provide custom domain names, such as "www.your-name.com". - Access to your web space 24 hours x 7 days a week. - Ulimited changes and file uploads to your web space. - Unlimited traffic to your site (no hidden fees). - 24 hour customer support, at least by e-mail.
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