PUB - Publishing the Site [LESSON]

Publishing the Site

Websites Hosting

After you have built a website, it is important that you are able to publish the site. Publishing the website means putting it on the internet where the public can access it. When publishing a site, you need to find a web host. A web host is a service that stores and maintains a website on a server that is accessible via the Internet. Website publishing is the process of making a website available on the Internet for public access.

There are several options for web hosting, let's look at the main ways to host a website.

Publishing Websites

Once you have chosen your web hosting option, you will need to publish the website. Check out the Publishing Websites Activity below for some methods for publishing a website:

Domain Names

Before you can publish a website, you must purchase a domain name. The domain name is the web address that people will use to access your site. Your domain name should be simple and easy to remember. It also needs to be relevant to your brand or your business. You'll need to find a name that is available. After buying your domain name you'll connect it with your web hosting account. You can buy a domain name through your web hosting provider or through domain name services. Domain names are registered, there is a limit in the names that are available. It will usually cost less than $50 per year.

 In conclusion, there are many options for web hosting and website publishing. It is important to choose the option that best meets your needs in terms of cost, technical expertise, and control. Once you have chosen a web hosting option, you can publish your website using FTP, a CMS, or a website builder.

Test your Publishing Websites knowledge by completing the key terms drag and drop below.

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