In this article, I’m going to try to explain web design and development in the shortest way possible. If you’ve ever wondered what’s the difference between web design and development, you’re not alone. Many people think that the two are very similar or even the same. But it turns out that they are two distinct professions with separate skill sets. Sure, a web designer may have some programming knowledge and a developer may have some design skills, but they don’t mix very well in an ideal scenario.

Are they free? Yup, they’re free. The photographer doesn’t protect his or her rights to the images. They are free to use as you please. Are they poor quality? Not necessarily. Some of the best images on the web are in the public domain. Are they old? In fact, some of the most powerful photos today are taken from public domain pictures of yesteryear—What’s the catch? Well, if you’re using a photo that is definitely copyrighted in your content, you could possibly be sued for copyright infringement. Which is why it’s really important to have a good understanding of what you can and can’t do with them (click on!).

Domain valuation. It’s important, you know. Valuations are core to domain name investing, yet there isn’t a ton of information about what it is, why it is important and how to go about doing it. There’s plenty of information on the value of domains, but not a ton of information on valuation. This post will come in handy if you’re looking for an answer regarding this matter!

The internet sure is a strange place. Those mysterious Google algorithms are constantly evolving, and user preferences change all the time. One thing that remains constant, though, is the importance of using photos in website design. A picture may be worth a thousand words, but using a photo that’s grainy or confusing can compound problems […]

Websites are like a box of chocolates: you never know what you’re going to get. Sometimes they’re filled with images that make your eyes bleed. Sometimes they have pictures that look like they were taken by a drunk chimpanzee with a cell phone in your pocket– I’m looking at you, Instagram… Disclaimer: I’m not good […]

Have you ever thought about the way that ads on your site work? I mean, have you ever thought about how they’re targeted? And how they’re displayed? And how they’re paid for? These questions have been on my mind a lot recently, and I’m sure they’ve been on yours too. Because I know there are […]

The web is an amazing place. It’s the world’s biggest library, and it connects people across all kinds of distances. The internet has revolutionized our lives, changed the way we do business, and made it so that you can order take-out from your phone while sitting on the couch in your sweatpants. But one thing […]