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Are you tired of reading how to write and submit articles to a
directory? Would you like to have your own article directory?
Well this article is for you.
There's a few things to consider before putting an article
directory together. Do you want to make a niche directory
catering to only certain subjects or do you want to cover every
topic under the moon? This is where our first requirement comes
into play.
Deciding on a domain name. If you're going for the niche
directory you're going to want to possibly include the niche in
the name of the directory. Let's say you're into cars, then you
would want your domain to be something like
articlesaboutcarsthatgoreallyfast.*** or
cartopicsthatiknowabout.*** or something like that. These are
just examples I'm using to illustrate the use of names. You
probably would not want a domain name that long. If your going
for the catch all you can use something with article in it, like
articlesabouteverythingimaginable.*** Again just illistration
purposes. The domain name you choose doesn't have to have the
word article in it, mine doesn't. There are resources on the
Internet which allow you to plug in keywords and it will spit
out possible domain names from your keywords.
Now it's time to look into getting a web host. I know there are
literally thousands of web hosts out there and the decision can
be daunting. Here are a few things you want to look for in a web
host.
* Able to host multiple domains under one account
* Plenty of storage space
* Plenty of monthly transfer
* Able to have multiple email addresses
* Able to have multiple MySql databases
* Customer service available through web, email, or phone
Search the Internet for web host reviews for more information.
There are plenty of resources with ranking systems for web
hosts. You could also email some web site owners to see who they
use and if they are happy with them. Next the software to run
our directory. I use Article Dashboard. Article Dashboard is
free software to run your own directory. Just put the two words
together and put dot com at the end and it will take you to the
site to download. I'm not saying this is the only software out
there, I'm just saying that it's great and free, you can't beat
that!
After following the directions for installing the directory it's
time to get some articles. Lots of article directories allow use
of their articles as long as you keep all links the same and
give credit where it's due. Just check each site's policy for
exact rules relating to the use of their content. Another way is
to read articles and contact the original author and invite them
to write and send articles to your site. You can also sign up
for sites that "push out articles" to you. This is a great way
to get lots of articles quickly but it is also a good idea to
get some original content.
Well this is about all for now, please visit my site for more
information, free articles and Cajun Info. Please don't hesitate
to contact me if you have any questions.
About the author:
About the author:
Adrine Fontenot is the owner and webmaster of
Cajun Articles on Jokes,
History, Recipes & more. Articles don't have to be Cajun
related, I accept all subject matter.
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