Christine Gallagher’s latest article is titled “WordPress Rocks! Have Your Own Website Up and Running in Just a Few Short Hours”. [‘WordPress’ Article]


Christine Gallagher’s latest article:

WordPress Rocks! Have Your Own Website Up and Running in Just a Few Short Hours

Want your own website or blog for your business without having to be at the mercy of a Webmaster? (With all due respect to those Webmasters out there!)

If so, there is no better choice than WordPress. In fact, I believe it is the best out there, and many others would agree.

There are actually two versions available: one at WordPress.org and one at WordPress.com. The main distinctions are that with WordPress.com you donât have to download software, purchase hosting or manage a server. However, when you sign up for a WordPress.com blog, you will receive a URL like âmysite.WordPress.comâ as opposed to âmysite.comâ unless you map a domainâat an added cost. You also do not control the database or the software with the WordPress.com version. Because of these distinctions I always recommend the WordPress.org version, which is also known as the âself-hostedâ version.

WordPress is a very powerful platform for several reasons. It has a huge community of developers behind it who are constantly creating new plugins and themes, which give WordPress lots of useful functionality. This community involvement has also led to an enormous amount of documentation, which is readily available to users. Additionally, its rapid development cycle means features are cutting edge and security and bug issues are quickly taken care of.

Add to that the fact that itâs super simple to use, itâs free and inherently search engine optimization friendly and youâve got a fantastic way to begin building that all-important web presence for yourself.

WordPress is especially known for being a powerful blogging platformâand just a reminder about why blogging is great if you are in business–because solid, regular content is king! The more quality content you create on the web, the more you are seen as an expert in your particular niche and the more you improve your search engine rankings.

Not looking to blog? You can still use WordPress as a traditional website, and many people do. This is because it functions as a âcontent management system,â allowing you to set a static front page, add new pages easily, use it as a portfolio, gallery or e-commerce site and more. The best part? If you donât want to wait for (or pay for!) a Webmaster to make changes and adjustments to your site, you donât have to. WordPress makes it easy for anyone to administer his or her own site without needing heavy technical knowledge or coding ability. Definitely something worth celebrating!

So donât wait any longerâcheck out WordPress today and begin enjoying your very own home on the web in just a few short hours.

Christine Gallagher, MLS, MSIS, founder of CommunicateValue.com, teaches small business owners and professionals how to conquer the overwhelming aspects of online and social media marketing to increase business and maximize profits. For FREE tips on how to build profitable relationships, leverage technology and create your own successful online business, visit http://CommunicateValue.com

*This news post was submitted by Christine Gallagher.

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