Frequently Asked Questions

What is virtual Web Hosting?

What is a virtual/true domain?

What Operating System and Server Software is being used?

Can I point additional domains to the same main page as my current domain?

What are FrontPage server extensions?

Do you support FrontPage server extensions?

What is E-Commerce?

What is the difference between a web site and an e-commerce web site?

How do I get started with E-Commerce?

What is an Electronic Shopping Cart?

Do you provide Shopping Cart software?

What are FrontPage server extensions? Return

FrontPage extensions are CGI programs that provide the server side implementation of FrontPage. FrontPage communicates with the extensions via HTTP using a Remote Procedure Call (RPC). When the server sees the "POST" request addressed to the FrontPage server extensions it simply directs the request to the appropriate CGI program. The extensions implement authoring (uploading/downloading documents, ToDo lists), administration (setting end-user, author, and administrator privileges), and dynamic content (browse-time WebBot components). Without the FrontPage server extensions you will not be able to take advantage of the WebBots that are available through FrontPage. You also cannot author and administer your site using the tools provided as part of the FrontPage Editor/Explorer package.

Do you support FrontPage server extensions? Return

Yes. We support Microsoft FrontPage in several ways: We configure your site for FrontPage by installing and maintaining the server extensions. We provide Technical Support related to the functionality of the extensions.

What is virtual Web Hosting? Return

We provide virtual web hosting, which means you can find a home for your web site on our high performance web servers and establish your presence on the Internet with your own unique domain name. This is a cost effective alternative to hosting your own web site internally. Our shared hosting environment gives you the benefits of high performance servers, high bandwidth connectivity that can seamlessly grow with your needs, pre-installed software, guaranteed reliability and round the clock technical support, all at a fraction of the cost of doing it yourself.

. What is a virtual/true domain? Return

A virtual/true domain is having your own domain name (http://www.your-name.com) with its own unique IP number, without having to install expensive server hardware and software. With a virtual domain, you utilize our server's storage space, however, you are still professionally represented via your own personal Internet web address (www.your-name.com) and by your own personal email address (you@your-name.com). Having your own domain name enables you to maintain the same email address (you@your-name.com) even if you change Internet providers.

What Operating System and Server Software is being used? Return

our systems run a customized version of RedHat, using the powerful Apache Web Server and Apache SSL Server for secure transactions.

Can I point additional domains to the same main page as my current domain? Return

Yes. We can mirror your main web pages and mail system for a one time $25.00 set-up fee for each additional domain. This is a great way to expand the marketing of your present business.

What is E-Commerce?Return

Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) is any business transacted electronically. Electronic commerce is the buying/selling of product and/or services over the Internet. To conduct business on the Internet you need an e-commerce web site. An e-commerce web site can be as simple as a catalog with an order form, or it can be a complex multi-media enabled web site with real-time credit card processing capabilities. The Internet has enabled merchants to offer their goods and services to potential customers around the world 24 hrs a day, 365 days a year. E-Commerce offers customers the opportunity to browse, select and pay for goods in real time from the comfort of their own home or office. E-Commerce supplements the traditional selling channels and attracts customers that you never knew existed. The Internet revolution is affecting every company, no matter its size. Business of all sizes can equally share in the benefits of e-commerce, but they are all equally vulnerable to being left behind if they do not adopt the new business models.

What is the difference between a web site and an e-commerce web site? Return

An ordinary web site presents prospective customers with only information and the only purchasing options available are off-line. On the other hand an e-commerce web site not only presents all the required information but also provides secure options to complete the sale right there. An ordinary web site is like a copy of your printed catalog, only presenting information, whereas an e-commerce web site is a new business unit that complements your existing traditional selling channels and accentuates an entirely new sales/distribution channel. An ordinary web site offers limited security options. On the other hand e-commerce web sites provide options for high levels of security by encrypting data and transferring it over secure servers. An ordinary web site operates entirely outside your existing business system. All orders have to be manually entered into the system and processed off-line. Whereas an e-commerce web site integrates into your existing system for inventory control, order processing and order fulfillment. A fully integrated e-commerce web site automatically ties into your existing business process and acts like an extension to your existing sales force.

How do I get started with E-Commerce? Return

Everyone is talking about the great potential of doing business over the Internet, but the biggest question for numerous individuals/businesses is "how to get started?" The best suggestion is start with one of our simple entry-level plans and then grow exponentially. The advantage here is that you have time to get comfortable with this new selling channel and also test drive the chosen application model for your business. We offer highly scalable integrated solutions for starters as well as small to medium size businesses.

What is an Electronic Shopping Cart?Return

An Electronic Shopping Cart works the same way a shopping cart does in the physical world. As customers browse through your online store, they can place products they intend buying in their virtual shopping cart, which keeps track of the products placed in it. When they are ready to leave your store, they click a "check out" link which shows them what they've placed in their virtual shopping cart. Here they have the option to remove items they are no longer interested in purchasing. Then they enter their shipping and payment information to process the order.

Do you provide Shopping Cart software?Return

Yes we do. We offer Miva Merchant, one of the most popular, robust, scalable and easy to use browser based storefront and catalog development systems available. To help you set up shop immediately we provide you 'cut & paste' options for the necessary account configuration information. For more information on how the Miva Merchant package can enhance your business refer to our E-Commerce Plans