There's a lot of pressure on businesses and consumers to get online and get there quickly. You see other people setting up shop on the World Wide Web, and often hear that you must be online in order to survive. But many small-medium enterprises (SMEs) and consumers are at a loss as to where to start. They don't know how to create an online presence, they don't know if the investment will pay off, and they often don't have much money available for experimenting. Poplogic has you - the SME and consumer - at the core focus of our business model. We want to hold your hand from the initial process of understanding "What is a web site, "Why do I need a web site,." "What is a Domain Name," and "What can a Web site do for me" to the development of your online presence to the launch, hosting and maintenance of your web site.

What is a Web site?

In general, a web site is a place or a "domain" on the Internet that can be used to display your ideas, products, services or anything you want the entire world to see. Your web site is only one area sector of a global network of computers, users and content that connect people around from around the world seamlessly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With a web site, you will be able to have any information you choose presented to any and every user of the World Wide Web.

Why do I need a Web site?

A web site is a necessity in today's society. Millions of new users are connecting to the Internet from any part of the world at any time. People use the Web to do almost everything, including banking, shopping, and researching. Not only is it quick, convenient and easy, but it is always a changing environment. Newly updated sites always appear and there are always new things to explore on the Internet because of its comprehensiveness. A web site is like a phone number, it is the first place people look before they do business with your company. If they don't find you, they will then find your competitors. A web site could present vital company information to the prospective client. Almost everyone can be a competitor now, whether you are a multi-million dollar company or a startup with a revolutionary idea, visitors will base their judgment on the design of your web site. Thus, there are endless opportunities on the Internet.

What is a Domain Name?

A domain name is an address on the Internet. It is the name people will remember when they want to go to your site. Like an address of someone's physical business, a domain name allows you to easily visit his or her location on the Internet. The best domain names to select are those that are easy to memorize, simple, and great sounding. Great domain names help contribute to increased site visitors and return rates of visitors.

What can a Web site do for me?

A web site is a presentation tool used by many people for a variety of useful tasks including:
Providing support to your clients by providing online chat support or online documentation.
Providing press releases about your company. The first place people usually expect that information (especially shareholders) would be from the company's web site.
Selling products online to people around the world at any time of day. This can help increase your name recognition, while at the same time increasing sales with low overhead.
Receiving feedback and comments from your users. The easiest way for people to submit comments is through a web site. No paper or postage is necessary.
To teach people over the Internet. The Internet is a great educational tool, allowing students to retrieve the latest information on their subjects of study. Students can work at their own pace and attend classes at any time with ease.

Now that you have made a determination on why you need a web site, you must choose which hosting plan best fits the ultimate need of your web site. If you woud prefer to speak with us please call us at 503 830 4313.