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Got a question for The Web Coach?

2011-06-26T00:16:00.000-05:00

Ask it here and keep reading "Ask The Web Coach" for the answer. I will do my best to address as many questions as possible in upcoming posts. If you require an answer on an urgent basis, please Contact Sue Sutcliffe, The Web Coach directly.

Google: Unlocked, Open-Source Phones Could Happen

2007-12-13T23:52:00.001-05:00

The long-awaited gPhone is still a pipe dream for the Google faithful, but the search engine giant took a step toward realizing that goal Monday with the introduction of the Android open-source platform for mobile devices.

Some Colours are better than others

2007-12-13T23:44:00.000-05:00

Lynda says it best.

How Do You Write For The Web?

2007-12-13T23:35:00.001-05:00

This is a good article, although there is much I would add to it (from a consumer point of view). What are your tips for 'writing for the web'? Click on the pencil and share your tip.

What is a captcha?

2007-12-13T23:22:00.000-05:00

A captcha is an image containing a numerical or alphabetic code that can normally only be read and interpreted by a human. Popular of late because captcha features can help keep spammers at bay. Does this make sense? If not, please click on comment to ask your question.

Google Calendar

2007-10-30T18:32:00.001-05:00

Looking for an online shareable calendar service? Google does not dissapoint with this free product that allows you to import from outlook or yahoo calendar. Click on Google Calendar to find out more.

Google Toolbar

2007-10-26T04:17:00.001-05:00

Click on "Google Toolbar" to go to Google's home page about this cool tool featuring 'PageRank Display'. PageRank display tells you whether a new website is worth your time? Use the Toolbar's PageRank™ display to tell you how Google assesses the importance of the page you're viewing. Feedback and questions welcome. Please click on the pencil to leave your comment or question.

What is Spam Assassin?

2007-09-12T00:20:00.000-05:00

Spam Assassin is software on our server that marks any mail it perceives to be spam with *****SPAM***** before the subject line. This allows us to setup Outlook or our webmail to quarantine it in a folder called spam (just in case we would like to check for a missing message). Alternatively Spam Assassin can be set to delete mail marked a spam without quarantining.

What is a blog?

2007-06-03T23:22:00.000-05:00

A blog is an amazing use of technology. Blog is short for weblog. A weblog is a journal (or newsletter) that is frequently updated and intended for general public consumption. Blogs generally represent the personality of the author or the Web site. A blog is a personal diary. A daily pulpit. A collaborative space. A political soapbox. A breaking-news outlet. A collection of links. ...

What is a feed?

2007-06-02T19:46:00.000-05:00

A feed, also known as RSS feed, XML feed, syndicated content, or web feed, is frequently updated content published by a website. It is usually used for news and blog websites, but can also be used for distributing other types of digital content, including pictures, audio or video. Feeds can also be used to deliver audio content (usually in MP3 format) which you can listen to on your computer or MP3 player. This is referred to as podcasting.

What is a Favicon?

2007-06-01T23:22:00.000-05:00

I think a better name would be e-logo really, as a favicon is an important part of corporate identity. If you're surfing with a newer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer or Firefox, you'll see some sites (like ours) have custom favicons in the location bar, on the tabs and beside the name of the page in your favourites.

Q. How much does it cost to put a Favicon on my website?
AWEBthatWORKS will use your existing logo to create a custom favicon for you, and will install it on your website for $45.

Q. Can I use my logo?
Due to size issues, complex logos do not translate well as favicons, although symplistic ones do. If your logo is too complex, you may want to consider using part of it (we use a letter from our logo) or another graphic, like a happy face.

What e-mail newsletter solution is the best?

2007-04-01T07:56:00.000-05:00

There are many e-mail marketing solutions on the market today, with different features and functionality, most with a free trial offer so you can try before you buy. Here are my favourites:

iContact
iContact makes it easy to create, publish, and track email newsletters, surveys, blogs, autoresponders, and RSS feeds. $9.95/month & up
Constant Contact
Contact Contact is a popular e-mail marketing solution that allows you to send unlimited emails to your list, create unlimited surveys and invite participation from your email list or website visitors, and offers unlimited free phone, chat, and email support. Packages start at $15/month.