It seems that lately Microsoft has been trying to (unsuccessfully) adopt some of Apple’s marketing strategies. First, they have launched “Ten Grand is Buried Here” campaign in Australia. Then they’ve tried to convince us, “alternative” browser users, that IE8 is the best you can get, by throwing together some bogus comparison chart.

There is a saying “a good beginning is half work”, but it cannot be applied to the website building. Creating a corporate website or website with services and products presentations is just 10% of the job. The rest 90% is marketing the website.

Earning money online can be fun and serious challenge simultaneously. Sometimes one can learn a lot once decided to run online business. Some people can work 8 hours a day from 8 am to 5 pm, but online business workers can work 24/7.

Wikipedia says that the Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks. What you see in the title image taken from The Opte Project, is just a fragment of a much larger internet map. Obviously, it is impossible to map all computers connected to the internet.

In an age where online transactions account for a large chunk of business, it’s important for both the customer and the business to be protected. John Taylor Editor of Website Creator takes a look at a number of secure payment mechanisms and payment gateways that will help you take payments from your customers.

Global hosting provider Host1Plus the world’s web host, on June 3, 2009 officially launches their global hosting service. Host1Plus aim to lead the market by exceeding current service quality and maintenance standards for existing hosting companies.

John Taylor Editor of Website creator magazine gives some advice to help you sell successfully online. With the Internet enabling anyone to sell online without the need for the expense of premises; we have put together some practical hints and tips for those looking to move into eCommerce.