What Are Canonical URLs and Why Should You Use Them?

By Maria Wixman

Canonical URL’s are a relatively new term which refer to the new ability of a webmaster to let search engines such as Google and Yahoo know which is the best version of a web page to index using a meta tag.

This not only enables webmasters to suggest a recommended version of the page but it can also help to decrease the risk of being penalized for duplicate content when the same page reflects almost identical content. You can use canonical URL’s when you create your free website or when you create blog websites. Read More…

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Keyword Research – A Critical Skill For All Successful Internet Marketer

By Chang Wee Teo

Keyword research is the most fundamental marketing activity to any successful online business. What a strong statement. But, it’s true.

For those of you who are new or have just started your online business without much thought into keyword research may not understand the significance and value of each keyword. The keyword research you do before getting one single web page up will have a tremendous impact on how well you market to your target audience. Read More…

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This post was written by NetProfitGurus.com on September 21, 2010

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Basics of Graphic Design

by Expo09

There are many considerations when it comes to graphic design. Here are some of the general basic principles that cover all types of graphic design.

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This post was written by NetProfitGurus.com on September 13, 2010

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The Online Success Secret – Having A Blog

Author: ChrisGustafson

Recently I was asked “What is the #1 thing you must have to succeed online?”, I almost responded with a huge e-mail list, but then thought about it for a second. What comes before a huge an e-mail list? A BLOG, OF COURSE!

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Domain Parking Explained

Domain names are being snapped up all the time so if you have thought of a cool domain name for a future project then it might be wise to register it now. There is a chance that if you leave it too late someone else may register it. While your planning your site you can park the domain name.

Domain parking is a process where you register a domain and do not enter the domain name servers of your hosting company. Usually the domain registrar will park your domain by default on their server, this means that if you type your domain name into a web browser you will arrive at a default page provided by the registrar. Read More…

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