Frequently Asked
Questions
Do I need a web site?
What is the first step in getting a web
site?
What if I want a web site, but my
business is not in the Sonoma County area?
What is
Netsmith Networks' pricing structure?
Is a deposit required?
How many
revisions are included in the initial cost estimate?
How long
will it take to complete the web site?
Who will
retain ownership and copyrights for the site?
How is an
internet presence different from traditional advertising?
What should I
consider when developing my site's layout?
Will my Web
page look different on different computers?
Will my site
be submitted to search engines?
How could I promote my site?
Do I need a web site?
A professional Web presence will improve client relations, help
you acquire valuable business contacts, and could serve as a forum where your
existing clients can share information with each other. Adding services to your
site, such as newsletters, press releases, testimonials, allows potential
clients to really learn about you or your company.
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What
is the first step in getting a web site?
After an initial meeting and upon review of the
timeline, requirements, and budget for your project, we will send a proposal
that includes a cost estimate and list of deliverables. Upon acceptance of the
proposal, we will sign an agreement, collect a
deposit, and begin the Web site
development process.
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What
if I want a web site, but my business is not in the Sonoma County area?
Most communication on a Web development project is
conducted via email, telephone and fax. All mock-ups and deliverables can be
readily viewed simply by a web browser. In most cases, Netsmith Networks will
make two or three on site visits.
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What is Netsmith Network's pricing structure?
Go to our pricing page!
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Is a deposit
required?
A one-third prepayment is required at the start of
a project. Subsequent payments correspond to the completion of specified
milestones and are always contingent upon client satisfaction.
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How many
revisions are included in the initial cost estimate?
Your project will include two revision rounds
after presentation of first mock-ups. Each mock-up and revision will be
posted as a sample site for your review and approval.
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How long will it take to complete the web site?
From the signing of the agreement, Netsmith
Networks averages an 2 to 12 week turnaround time, depending on the complexity
of the project.
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Who will retain
ownership and copyrights for the site?
Clients retain complete copyright ownership of all
final artwork and deliverables.
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How
is an internet presence different from traditional advertising?
Unlike traditional forms of advertising, visitors
to your site, whether they followed a link or found you through a search
engine, arrive there because they are already interested in something you have
to offer. A well constructed site will ensure them that they are in the right
place.
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What should I
consider when developing my site's layout?
If you do not have enough content on your site to
justify a sophisticated layout, then don't feel obliged to rationalize the use
of one; in other words, if your site's message is going to be simple, then keep
your layout simple.
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Will my Web page
look different on different computers?
We use as many browser-independent design methods
as possible, and pay special attention to how a site will appear on smaller
screens and at lower color resolutions, but it is a known fact that web sites
do appear differently with different browsers and on different platforms.
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Will
my site be submitted to search engines?
Yes. Netsmith Networks will add Meta Tags to your
site and submit it to the most widely used search engines, (that accept free
submissions). If you wish to be submitted to the search engines that charge, we
can do that as well.
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How could I promote
my site?
- Add your URL to your business cards and any form of advertising.
- Trade links with other web sites.
- Advertise on the internet.
- Tell your friends and colleagues.
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