How to protect against XSS (Cross-Site Scripting)
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is when an attacker submits a malicious script into an input on a website. Once inserted, the browser automatically runs the script. The script is designed to either capture server or user login information, or store itself in the website application's database. More ...
404 Error Page Options
When a user attempts to follow a broken or dead link the web server will generate a 404 error. Most web hosts are configured by default to return a webpage displaying the standard 404 Error message. A webmaster can use the website's control panel to configure an alternate 404 page. More ...
What is a security certificate?
I bet one time or another you've surfed the web and suddenly found a pop-up window in front of you, demanding your approval for a security certificate. I occasionally see these on shopping sites, usually the smaller, less-well-funded companies. More ...
How To Create Your Logo
A logo is a name, symbol or trademark of a company or organization, made up of text or symbols arranged to convey a distinct and unique message. It leaves a greater and lengthier impact than words alone that's why it is the simplest and most direct way of promoting one's business. More ...
Five Useful Design Sites for Creating Content
Not all of us are gifted designers or even have an inkling as to how to design anything, let alone gorgeous content. Never fear, here are five sites that will help you design content online and for free! More ...
Eight Tips for the Newbie Web Designer
This article is targeted at designers just entering the field. These suggestions shine light on some potential problems a new designer might not think of. More ...
What is a Captive Portal?
A portal is a website that serves as an entry point or gateway to a specific area of interest. A captive portal is a webpage that is the only one on a website that a visitor is allowed to view until they meet the requirements of the webpage. More ...
How to Create an Effective Navigation Structure for Your Site
Good site design means a good navigation structure for your web site. This means the visitor can find the information with ease. Put yourself in the shoes of your Grandmother. Would she quickly and effortlessly be able to find the information she wants? More ...
Separation of Layers of Webpage Code
Eventually almost all webpages will require changes. Separation of layers of webpage code is one approach that makes future changes very easy. Separation of layers means the content and html code are in one page, the CSS presentation code is in a separate file, and JavaScript behavior is in a separate file. More ...
How to Create a Website
What type of website would you like to create? A blog, e-commerse, information, news, or other type of site? Here's how to plan and create a website. More ...
Ten Tips for Choosing a Good Domain Name
What makes a good domain name? Well, it's a subjective issue, of course, but here are ten tips to point you in the right direction. 1. Good domain names are easily memorable and easily typed. Generally this means keeping them short. More ...
Keys to Real Estate Sites - Ten "Must Haves" of Real Estate Sites
Web sites in real estate come in every shape and color. Some are very good at achieving the intended goals and some aren't. Some of the best designed sites are not the best sites either. Why? Because they don't result in the achievement of the intended goal and that is sales. More ...
