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How to pimp out WordPress like a top blogger

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How to upgrade WordPress like a top blogger. Pic by Kalexanderson

It's one thing to start a blog with WordPress, but that doesn't mean it's going to have the best theme, the best content, or the best performance - like the top bloggers around.

But, you don't have to be a world famous blogger in order to create the best blog - all it takes is the right tools and services.

This article lists the best WordPress themes, hosting and other software to help you create a professional blog that drives a truckload of Web traffic, and makes money.

How to get Web hosting with free advertising, website builder and free domain

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Yahoo! small business offers practically free Web hosting with a free domain

Cheap (almost free) Web hosting that guarantees 99.9% up-time, offers 24-hour support, provides free domain registration, and includes free advertising is now available from Yahoo!

While Yahoo! Web hosting for small business isn't quite free, you definitely get far more Web hosting value than the $2.27 (subject to conditions) per month price tag would suggest.

This article looks at Yahoo's Web hosting plans and compares them to other leading domain registrars and Web hosting companies, to help you choose the right Web host for your blog, business, or startup.

How to create inset text with CSS Web design (for beginners)

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Inset text is a striking Web design technique, for beginners, using CSS and HTML

Inset text can make your Web design look beautiful, and while it is cutting edge, it's also super easy for beginners to implement using CSS and a bit of HTML.

Creating text with subtle shadows and shading, that gives the impression of depth, is a widely used Web design technique on many leading blogs and websites.

You can even see it in action in the WSM4B site name - and best of all, it uses lightweight, clean CSS instead of clunky, slow images.

Create a website Google loves

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Everyone creating a website, regardless of whether it is a blog, small business site, or shopping cart, should keep Google and SEO in mind right from the start.

Almost every aspect of building a site from choosing a domain, Web hosting company, website builder or CMS, Web design, through to page layout and color scheme, can affect the way Google ranks a site.

While it is never good policy to rely only on organic search traffic from Google, the fact remains that it is one of the largest (if not the largest) sources of traffic on the Web.

Killer CSS3 Web design tips for complete beginners

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CSS3 Web design tips for complete beginners who want a beautiful website

"Want some awesome Web design tips to help make your blog or website beautiful, without having to learn CSS3?"

CSS3 is super easy to use (even if you are a beginner who's completely allergic to Web design and development).

It's also really good for SEO (Search Engine Optimization), speed and performance.

You can read more about how and why CSS3 is a must for modern blogs and websites at How CSS3 can improve SEO and maximize conversions.

How to build a website for free with Weebly

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Millions of people build websites using Weebly's website builder

Here's a quick step-by-step, beginner's guide to building a website (for free, or very little cost) using one of the world's best website builders - Weebly.

The reason I chose Weebly to create a website is because hosted website builders, like Weebly, are easier to use than alternative Web design methods for small business - such as content management systems (CMS).

For small and home business startups, or traditional businesses without solid Web design skills and experience, a good website builder is the natural choice to create a professional website quickly, and cheaply.

Popular website builders, Weebly & Wix, overtake Drupal & Joomla in Google Trends

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Drupal & Joomla CMS are being replaced by website builders like Weebly & Wix

Drupal & Joomla are two popular CMS systems that offer powerful Web design and development features, and both have recently been overtaken in popularity (in the United States) by two website builders - Wix & Weebly.

What's interesting about this trend is not that one brand of Web development tool has become more popular than another, it's that it signals a change in the way small and home businesses build websites altogether.

Americans are opting for ease of use and speed of development over power and flexibility when it comes to building small business websites.

The 2013 guide to getting your business online in 30 minutes

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How to get a home business website online in 30 minutes. Pic by Luke Redmond

"Did you know that it's super easy to get your small or home business online in less than half an hour, without requiring any technical skills or knowledge, and for free?"

If you have a small business, or an idea for a business, and would like to get a professional website (or eCommerce store) online, then 2013 is the time to start.

With the economy showing signs of recovery, and website builders offering powerful, cutting edge Web development tools at very affordable prices (with free trials to get started), 2013 is going to be the year of opportunity for small businesses on the Web.

List of the top Web hosting services with money back guarantees

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Top Web hosting services with money back guarantees. Pic by Tax Credits

Any top Web hosting company will be confident of retaining new clients because of the reliability and performance of their servers, along with their customer & technical support.

Because of this, leading hosting companies often (but not always) offer a limited time money back guarantee to help mitigate any financial risk on the part of their potential customers.

Of course, this encourages clients to at least try out their Web hosting services in the first place because they know they are entitled to a full refund.

How to move your website to a better Web hosting service

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Hot to change your small business Web hosting company. Pic by Phil_Parker

Finding a great small business Web host is not always easy, and if you've made the wrong choice it is important to move your website to a better Web host as quickly as possible.

Unfortunately, many small business owners are reluctant to move their website once they are established, because of the technical issues involved.

Not to mention the risk of downtime, loss of business, domain problems and a potential drop in organic search traffic from Google and other search engines.