Domain Names
- Registration Help
What is a
domain name?
Do I have
to have a business to get one?
Do I need
one?
What
domains do you sell?
What is
the best domain name for me?
Can I buy
domains of just two letters?
What about
.com, .net, .org, .biz, .info, and .ca?
What about
dashes?
What if I
can't get the domain I want?
How much
are they and are there any hidden fees?
How will
I know when the registration is due for renewal?
What do I
get for my money?
How do I
pay for the name?
Can I
cancel a Domain Purchase?
How long
does it take for the domain to work?
Once I
buy the domain is it always mine?
What is
the point in just having a domain but no web site?
What is
email forwarding?
What is
web forwarding?
What is a
management area?
What if I
want the site hosted later?
What if I
want the site hosted now?
What if I
want the site hosted by someone else?
How can I
contact you?
Hosting
- Web Hosting Help
What is
web hosting and why do I need it?
How do I
get hosting?
How much
does it cost and are there any hidden fees?
What
does the package consist of?
How do I
pay?
Does your
hosting carry your banners or adverts on my web pages?
What if I
have a domain name I bought elsewhere and want hosting from
QA?
What if I
bought a domain name from QA some time ago and now want it
hosting?
How much
web space do I get and what is a MB?
How
long before my web space is active?
Can
I cancel Hosting?
What
is a Control Panel?
What is
FTP?
What is
CGI?
Do I get
any CGI scripts with my web space?
What is
email forwarding?
What is
a POP box?
What is
an Autoresponder?
What are
PHP and Perl
What is a
subdomain?
What is
DNS?
What is
an IPS Tag?
Do you
supply Win2000/NT hosting?
If I get
stuck will you help?
Can I add
further features to the space and at what cost?
If I get
lots of visitors will I have to pay more?
Can you
help if my site is a success and I need advice?
What
about promoting my web site?
Can you
build my web site?
How can I
contact you?
What is a domain
name? [TOP]
A domain name is something that is
used to identify a piece of web space that houses a web site. In
reality that web space is identified by a set of numbers like
209.197.252.5 (an IP Address) - but as humans are less likely to forget
words a name is "attached" to those numbers and is unique to that
web space.
Do I have to have a
business to get one? [TOP]
No. Anyone anywhere can purchase a
domain name and pretty much use it for whatever they like providing
they are not infringing someone else's copyright or
trademark.
Do I need one? [TOP]
This depends on what you are
wanting to do. If you are a company then a proper stand alone domain
name is much more professional looking than using free web space
provided by someone like Freeserve or Virgin - www.yourcompany.com
is more likely to create the right image than
your.company.Freeserve.co.uk. Also, a secondary domain does not
stand much of a chance on the search engines as a lot of engines
refuse to list non stand alone domains at all.
And domains are
so inexpensive now there's no real reason not to buy one!
On the
other hand if you are just running a personal site for friends and
family then a proper domain name is not so important but again, at
the price they cost why not?!
What domains do you sell?
[TOP]
We deal with the main domains -
.com, .net, .org, .biz, .info, .ca
What is the best domain name for
me? [TOP]
Most people prefer either a .com
or a .net. A .ca identifies you as a Canadian business. A .com was
originally a USA domain name meaning a commercial site but nowadays
it has become an international domain. .org is
essentially for organizations and .net was initially for ISP's and
network organizers but again has become more widely used.
So,
really, the domains have for the most part long lost their
intentional purposes and anyone can buy them, but most people
usually go for the .com versions simply because these are the most
widely used and if someone knows your name but can't remember the
extension, they will generally try a .com first.
In an ideal
world you would choose a name available in .com and perhaps .net and
cover all the bases - but to do that depends on your name being
available.
If you already have a domain name and just require the
web space fill out the form after visiting our hosting
page.
Can I buy domains of just
two letters? [TOP]
No all the .com's are
gone!
What about
dashes? [TOP]
There are mixed views about
putting dashes in a domain name (by dashes we mean the - sign)
Generally there is no harm apart from a number of dashes in a name
can make it a bit of a mouthful to tell people. However, it may be
the way to get the name you need and include words that will help
with search engine rankings.
Dashes can go-in-between-words but
NOT at the beginning or end ; www.-domains-.com
What if I can't get the
domain I want? [TOP]
Good domain names are rare so you
might have to add dashes in between words or add a call to action at
the beginning of the name: www.domainames.com is gone so try
www.fastdomain names.com or www.fast-domain-names.com or
www.quick-domain-names.co.uk and so on. Eventually you should find a
combination that works.
How much are they and are
there any hidden fees? [TOP]
..com, .net, .org, .biz, .info,
.ca cost $13.95 for a one year registration. Once you have made that
payment the domain is yours and there are no other costs involved at
all.
How will I know when the
registration is due for renewal? [TOP]
If you want to renew the
registration simply pay the fee again or let it expire if you no
longer want the domain. Letting a domain expire is not like ignoring
a bill and doesn't prevent you from registering other domains at a
later time - there is of course the possibility that should you want
to register a name that you previously owned but let expire then
somebody else may have bought that name and there isn't anything you
can do about it.
What do I get for my
money? [TOP]
You get registration for however
many years you specified - - . The domain can be parked - just
purchased but with no function, waiting whilst you decide what you
want to do with it.
How do I pay for the
name? [TOP]
You can either search for an
available domain and purchase through the online form at the end
using your credit card.
Can I
cancel a Domain Purchase? [TOP]
Once a Domain has been registered it cannot be
canceled. After the initial registration period has expired it can
then be allowed to relapse. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR DOMAIN
NAME PURCHASES
How long does it take for
the domain to work? [TOP]
24 hours after a domain has been
registered it should be showing as belonging to you. The best way to
check this is to search for it as if you were wanting to buy it and
then click on current owner information - this should show your
details. If it doesn't allow another 12 hours and if you still see
the name as available let us know immediately.
Once I buy the domain is
it always mine? [TOP]
The domain is yours for as long as
you registered it. Providing you renew the name there is no reason
why you shouldn't own it for as long as you wish.
What is the point in just
having a domain but no web site? [TOP]
You may want to make sure nobody
else gets it! You may own a .com but want the .net to avoid visitor
confusion. You may just not have finished designing your site and
want to wait before getting hosting..
What if I want the site
hosted later? [TOP]
No problem, just let us know when
you are ready and we can set it up immediately, or click here.
What if I want the site
hosted now? [TOP]
If you need a domain name and hosting, then first purchase
your domain name, then purchase one of our hosting
plans.
What if I want the site
hosted by someone else? [TOP]
Just let us know the host's
details and we will do this within 24 hours free of charge.
However we must have the username and password that was emailed to
you after you purchased your domain to edit your DNS. We will need
the other hosting company's DSN information to point your domain to
their servers.
How can I contact
you? [TOP]
You may contact us either by the
live support buttons on each page, or through email
Hosting
What is web hosting and
why do I need it? [TOP]
When you type in a domain name
you generally then see a set of pages making up a web site.
Originally these pages would have been constructed on a computers'
hard drive. Once their creator is happy with the site he then needs
a computer that is continually connected to the Internet so that
anyone from anywhere can see the site at any time. This is the web
space and the site is hosted on that computer. We provide that web space so you can
"publish" your web site for all the world to see!
How do I get
hosting?
[TOP]
If you already have a domain name
and just require the web space fill out the signup form after
visiting our hosting page. If
you need a domain name as well search for that domain from Voodoo's
Domain Name
Registration Page.
How much does it cost and
are there any hidden fees?
[TOP]
Hosting costs are as low as $5.00
per month - that includes the transfer of the domain you have
already. If you need just email hosting (user@yourdomain.com) you may
select this package as well. You can add more features to your web
space and the costs for these are listed on the hosting
page.
What does the package
consist of? [TOP]
The package consists of
the features listed on the hosting page. As well as the "hardware"
you also get an assurance that we will help with any specific web
related problem you may have provided it is within our
knowledge!
How do I pay?
[TOP]
You can either search for an
available domain and purchase it along with hosting through the
online form at the end using your credit card - this is completely
secure and handled by AuthorizeNet, a reputable merchant service- or
you can order by phone, again with your credit card. If you just
require hosting then an order form can be accessed via the hosting
page.
Does your hosting carry
your banners or adverts on my web pages?
[TOP]
No, none whatsoever - when you
buy hosting hosting from Voodoo Creations that web space will only
show whatever you put there.
What if I have a domain
name I bought elsewhere and want hosting from Voodoo
Creations?
[TOP]
No problem, place your order and
we will contact you right away with instructions on how to move the
domain from your current host or domain holder.
What if I bought a domain
name from Voodoo Creations some time ago and now want it
hosting?
Simply go to our hosting page, select a
plan suitable, and enter your domain name.. [TOP]
How much web space do I
get and what is a MB? [TOP]
A MB is a megabyte which is a
measure of computer space. You can purchase up to 650 megs of web
space.
How long before my web space is
active? [TOP]
The FTP details will be
with you within a couple of hours normally. Usually it can take a
day or two for the domain name to associate with the web space and
then you are up and running!!
Can I cancel Hosting?
[TOP]
If you wish to cancel hosting this can be done if you
contact our office at 1-866-541-4278.
What is FTP? [TOP]
FTP stands for File Transfer
Protocol and is something novice webmasters sometimes struggle with
in the beginning. FTP allows the transfer of your web pages and
images from your computer to your web space. We do not mind at all
talking you through this over the phone.
What is CGI? [TOP]
CGI stands for Common Gateway
Interface. When you fill out a form on a web site and get a "thanks,
we'll be in touch" page afterwards, this has been due to a cgi
script. CGI scripts also run counters (devices for measuring the
amount of visitors you get to a site), guestbooks, domain name
searches! and a huge number of other features you see on the web.
There are a number of CGI scripts you can download from the members
area and we are also happy to help with your CGI problems if we
can.
Do I get any CGI scripts
with my web space? [TOP]
Yes - preinstalled are a counter
script - bulleting board - mailform to collect information or orders
from your visitors and have it automaically mailed to you -Guestbook
- and a redirect script. These can be "switched on" from your
online control panel.
What is email
forwarding? [TOP]
If you buy www.yourdomain.com
email forwarding allows you to have as many email addresses as you
wish for that domain. So that means you can have steve@yourdomain.com,
fred@yourdomain.com, sales@yourdomain.com, enquiries@yourdomain.com, in fact, as many of those addresses as you
wish. And they can all be forwarded to an email accent of your
choice. So if your email address is bob@Freeserve.co.uk or bob@hotmail.com any email to those addresses above will land in your
Freeserve or hotmail email account.
What is a POP box? [TOP]
This allows
you greater control over email - for instance if you wanted any mail
to bob@yourdomain.com to only go to bob@freeserve.com then a POP box
allows this to be set up - you can have unlimited such POP
boxes.
What is an Autoresponder? [TOP]
An auto responder automatically
sends a message back to the sender of the incoming message to your
POP box - say for example you were on holiday, the autoresponder
could be set to send the message - "thanks very much for your
enquiry - i am away from the office at present but will deal with
your enquiry on my return" - back to the sender of each message it
receives.
What are PHP and Perl
[TOP]
These are all various forms of
web page authoring or ways to get things to happen on your site.
They are more advanced than basic web page writing but if you are
going to learn any of them or have your site designed by an agency
they are important to have as available.
What is a subdomain? [TOP]
Sometimes you will have seen a
domain name like http://www.cpu-net.com/host/ -- this
is a web site within a web site. You simply add a word or words
before the main domain name, put a dot and you have another website
complete with its own features, email and more. This is handy if you
intend to have members areas or various departments to your site.
Sub domains are free but we do have to set them up so you have to
let us know what you want.
What is DNS? [TOP]
DNS are what a web domain name
attaches to and shows the web site within that web space. A domain
name requires these to function. If you were to move a web site from
one host to another then you need to tell the old host the new DNS -
they then attach the new DNS to the domain name and a short time
later the web site will show at its new web space. Our DNS is
ns.cpu-net.com and ns1.cpu-net.com .
What is an IPS
Tag? [TOP]
An IPS tag identifies who has
control of the domain, if you want your new host to be able to
modify the details of the domain - contact and technical contacts
etc., then the control of the domain must be changed along with the
DNS.
Do you supply Win2000/NT
hosting? [TOP]
We do and at very similar prices
- please contact
us for details.
If I get stuck will you
help? [TOP]
No problem, the only time we
won't help is if we can't! There is also a great deal of help
accessible from the control panel.
Can I add further features
to the space and at what cost? [TOP]
Our package consists of just
about everything you will ever need for your web site - there are no
extras, no hidden costs.
If I get lots of visitors
will I have to pay more? [TOP]
Bandwidth
is the amount of accrued data transferred between your web site and
the sites visitors - 2GB is more than ample for just about every web
site - should you exceed this limit by a small amount every so often
you will not incur any penalties. Should your site become a large
drain on our resources we do reserve the right to suspend your
account until a suitable solution is reached.
Can you help if my site is a success and I need
advice? [TOP]
If you launch what was initially
a small site but it takes off unexpectedly and would like help with
quickly upgrading the design or want to know what your site may need
to help make it more efficient - just let us know!
What about promoting my
web site? [TOP]
We can help with web promotion
with everything from advice on advertising and we also offer search
engine promotion packages - contact
us for details.
Can you build my web
site? [TOP]
Yes we can. Examples of sites can
be found on the "Web Design" page - we can take on
anything from a simple brochure site to a full blown ecommerce
enabled shopping site and everything in-between. We are more than
happy to discuss your needs starting with an informal, no obligation
chat. Please
contact us for more details.