Content Management Systems (CMS)

Content Management Systems (CMS)

CMS represents another alternative to blogs and regular websites. It usually will require at least some HTML knowledge. CMS allows you to separate your visual presentation from your content. This method allows you to achieve some key features: • Automated Templating: Apply templates to new and existing content – make changes from one central place that will change the look of the entire site.

Easily editable content: By separating the visual elements from the content - it is easier to manipulate the site. Many CMS applications including simple to use WYSIWYG editing tools. Standard web upgrades: CMS solutions can be updated with new features and keep your site up to date with web standards If your hosting provides the CPanel option then there are several CMS solutions to try out. A popular CMS solution is Joomla. We only recommend this option if you already know how to work with CMS. 

Summary The best option is to create a normal static website and in addition add a blog. This would ensure your site gets indexed, ranks well in search engines and would allow you to publish new content easily in future. If you have the knowledge or the time to learn you can use CMS.

Another option would be to create a simple static website, a free blog or a paid blog. All these options except paid blogs should be hosted under your own domain name. The last and most basic option would be to use a free blogging services but as we mentioned before – it’s a little risky for affiliate marketing so make backups of your posts. 

Domain name 

In this section we will talk about picking right domain name. Since domain names are so cheap now there’s no excuse not to have one. At less than 10$ per year they can be registered at registration service and is very simple to use. When selecting domain names, the most popular is the .com extension and will probably be the most difficult to find available. Other extensions like, .org, .net, .info and .co.uk would be your next best options. Of course all country specific domain extensions are acceptable as well. First of all, domain names should be short and give a clear idea what the site is about. Such as www.dietsitereviews.com www.weightlossproducts.com www.enhancementdevice.com etc. 

Your domain name usually can contain of generic keyword and extras word like: tips, reviews, info, advice, faq, deals, 101 etc It’s recommended to avoid using too many words in name, e.g.: www.thisisthebestweightlossproductlist.com (http://www.moreniche.com)