Site Builder: What Exactly Is It?
The purpose of this article is to explain what a site builder is. It is an online editor that allows anyone to build their own website using easy to understand tools. Any computer that connects to the internet can use a site builder. It is not necessary to download or install software since the site builder can be run from the server that it resides on. Your web browser is the portal to the site builder.
In order to access the site builder, you will have to follow certain steps. The first step involves logging into your hosting account. From there you can click the link dedicated to this builder. Then a new window will open and the main page will get displayed. In case you have blocked the appearance of pop-ups, then this window may not open. So see that it is corrected before trying again.
The builder will then want to know whether you are building a personal or business website. The templates will be changed to match your preferences so that you end up with the website that you are hoping for. The next step in the process is to choose a template, which is what will create the overall appearance of your site.
After that, select one color scheme of your choice. The builder will then ask you the essential details regarding you and your web site. Try to enter correct information. Note that you can always change the information afterwards if needed.
Now you are ready to build your web site. A directory of page types will be given to you. You have to select a page type, and after that you can craft the initial page of your web site. This will be the first page that the viewers see when they open your web site.
Keep in mind the fact that you can change all the pages whenever you want. So don't fret about making errors or doing it perfectly on the first go. Always go by the trial and error method before finalizing anything regarding your web site. Once you are all set, hit the publish link. Your changes will be saved and your web site is now available on the web.
A site builder is a online, template based editor. It's similar to any WYSIWYG (What you see is what you get) editor. Don't be confused by the long acronym, it's very simple. You can use your builder from any location where there is a computer. And, since the program runs from a central server, you don't have to have any special software or installation on a computer. It can all be reached and accessed through a browser. You'll have to follow specific directions so you can gain access to the software.
Published November 27th, 2008
Filed in Computer, Web Hosting