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Web Design Software
Since you’re new to website
creation, I recommend using a WYSIWYG editor (What You See Is What You
Get). That will allow you to create web pages without having to learn HTML
any further than you already have. They also have a way for you to view
the HTML at any time, and you can use that to make your own edits or
adjustments.
If you type “web design
software” into Google you’ll find a lot of choices for different programs
to use. Below are a few popular examples.
Paid Software
If you want to buy a web
design program, there are two that are commonly used:
Microsoft FrontPage
Adobe Dreamweaver
Many people will argue for
one or the other as strongly as if they were discussing Ford or Chevy. In
my opinion, you should use the one you like best. If you’re already
familiar with Microsoft software or Adobe software you can expect the same
kind of functionality from these programs.
Coffee Cup is another
good option, and much cheaper at $49.
Free Software
There is a lot of free
software out there. Type “free web design software” into Google and have a
field day.
The one I recommend is Nvu,
which you can find at http://net2.com/nvu/
The great thing about free
software is that you can try a few of them and see what you like best.
Getting Support
DreamHost’s Wiki
If you have any questions
about the hosting services at DreamHost, they have an extensive help
section at
wiki.dreamhost.com. That should be your main go-to place for any
technical questions or general support related to hosting, domains, your
email addresses, and billing.
Learning HTML
If you’re interested in
learning HTML, a great place to start is
HTML.net. There are more suggestions on the
Resources page.
Learning Web Design
In my opinion, the best way
to learn how to design a website is to just start doing it. If you’ve got
a WYSIWYG web page editor, just play around with it and see what you can
do. It’s no more difficult than making a document in Microsoft Word.
Hiring Help
I offer a web design and SEO
(search engine optimization) service. I’m based in Portland, OR, but I can
easily work through email and on the phone. Projects are priced on a
case-by-case basis, but after I speak with you I’ll give you an estimate.
Find out more at Bonnie
Martin Design and on the
Help
page.
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