WLCS - User contributions [en]

Paul Vu

2010-05-17T16:02:47Z

Pvu:

==Set Up Web Development Tools==

*'''Apache Webserver'''
:A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

*'''CGI'''
:I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
:The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

==Review Toolkit Documentation==
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

==Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit==

==Website Ideas==

==Marketing Strategies==

*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

==Find Server Host==
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
:This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

::'''Pros'''
::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
::*Easily managed
::*Free domain name
::*Tech support

::'''Cons'''
::*The website can have slow loading times
::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

*'''Virtual Private Server'''
:Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

::'''Pros'''
::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

::'''Cons'''
::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

*'''Dedicated Server'''
:Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

::'''Pros'''
::*Complete control over the server
::*Usually no content restrictions

::'''Cons'''
::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
::*More difficult to get support for

==Research Online Advertising==

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

:*'''CPC'''

::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

:*'''CPM'''

::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

:*'''CPA'''

::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

*'''Types of Advertisements'''

*'''Advertising Companies'''

==Research Other Internet Startups==

==Register a Company==
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

==c++==

Guitar Tab-to-Sheet Converter module

User inputs fret details and the program outputs an image of the sheet music equivalent

[[Image:1.jpg]] [[Image:2.jpg]]

This module can be implemented into a program which will be able to convert a text guitar tab, like:

e------------------------------------ 
B--5---5-6-5-6-5--3-------------- 
G--5---5-5-5-5-5--3-------------- 
D--------7--------3---------------- 
A------------------------------------ 
E------------------------------------ 

to

[[Image:3.jpg]]

==Talent Show 2010==

Mixed Elements - TS 2010 Mix (http://www.zshare.net/audio/76200709f13a88d5/)

==Wikipedia Links==

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apache Apache]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Gateway_Interface Computer Gateway Interface (CGI)]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedicated_server Dedicated Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Online_marketing Online Marketing]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Search_engine_optimization Search Engine Optimization]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shared_web_hosting_service Shared Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_server Virtual Private Server]

==External Links==

*[http://www.apache.org/ The Apache Software Foundation]
*[http://www.fastcgi.com/ An open extension to CGI]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt Wt, C++ Web Toolkit]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html Wt Documentation]
*[http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx Virginia SCC - Office of the Clerk]

Paul Vu

2010-05-17T15:15:16Z

Pvu: /* c++ */

==Set Up Web Development Tools==

*'''Apache Webserver'''
:A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

*'''CGI'''
:I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
:The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

==Review Toolkit Documentation==
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

==Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit==

==Website Ideas==

==Marketing Strategies==

*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

==Find Server Host==
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
:This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

::'''Pros'''
::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
::*Easily managed
::*Free domain name
::*Tech support

::'''Cons'''
::*The website can have slow loading times
::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

*'''Virtual Private Server'''
:Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

::'''Pros'''
::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

::'''Cons'''
::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

*'''Dedicated Server'''
:Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

::'''Pros'''
::*Complete control over the server
::*Usually no content restrictions

::'''Cons'''
::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
::*More difficult to get support for

==Research Online Advertising==

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

:*'''CPC'''

::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

:*'''CPM'''

::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

:*'''CPA'''

::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

*'''Types of Advertisements'''

*'''Advertising Companies'''

==Research Other Internet Startups==

==Register a Company==
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

==c++==

Guitar Tab-to-Sheet Converter module

User inputs fret details and the program outputs an image of the sheet music equivalent

[[Image:1.jpg]] [[Image:2.jpg]]

This module can be implemented into a program which will be able to convert a text guitar tab, like:

e------------------------------------ 
B--5---5-6-5-6-5--3-------------- 
G--5---5-5-5-5-5--3-------------- 
D--------7--------3---------------- 
A------------------------------------ 
E------------------------------------ 

to

[[Image:3.jpg]]

==Wikipedia Links==

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apache Apache]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Gateway_Interface Computer Gateway Interface (CGI)]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedicated_server Dedicated Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Online_marketing Online Marketing]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Search_engine_optimization Search Engine Optimization]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shared_web_hosting_service Shared Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_server Virtual Private Server]

==External Links==

*[http://www.apache.org/ The Apache Software Foundation]
*[http://www.fastcgi.com/ An open extension to CGI]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt Wt, C++ Web Toolkit]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html Wt Documentation]
*[http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx Virginia SCC - Office of the Clerk]

Paul Vu

2010-05-11T16:16:22Z

Pvu:

==Set Up Web Development Tools==

*'''Apache Webserver'''
:A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

*'''CGI'''
:I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
:The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

==Review Toolkit Documentation==
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

==Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit==

==Website Ideas==

==Marketing Strategies==

*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

==Find Server Host==
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
:This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

::'''Pros'''
::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
::*Easily managed
::*Free domain name
::*Tech support

::'''Cons'''
::*The website can have slow loading times
::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

*'''Virtual Private Server'''
:Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

::'''Pros'''
::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

::'''Cons'''
::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

*'''Dedicated Server'''
:Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

::'''Pros'''
::*Complete control over the server
::*Usually no content restrictions

::'''Cons'''
::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
::*More difficult to get support for

==Research Online Advertising==

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

:*'''CPC'''

::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

:*'''CPM'''

::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

:*'''CPA'''

::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

*'''Types of Advertisements'''

*'''Advertising Companies'''

==Research Other Internet Startups==

==Register a Company==
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

==c++==

Guitar Tab-to-Sheet Converter module

User inputs fret details and the program outputs the sheet music equivalent

[[Image:1.jpg]] [[Image:2.jpg]]

This module can be implemented into a program which will be able to convert a text guitar tab, like:

e------------------------------------ 
B--5---5-6-5-6-5--3-------------- 
G--5---5-5-5-5-5--3-------------- 
D--------7--------3---------------- 
A------------------------------------ 
E------------------------------------ 

to

[[Image:3.jpg]]

==Wikipedia Links==

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apache Apache]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Gateway_Interface Computer Gateway Interface (CGI)]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedicated_server Dedicated Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Online_marketing Online Marketing]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Search_engine_optimization Search Engine Optimization]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shared_web_hosting_service Shared Hosting]
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_server Virtual Private Server]

==External Links==

*[http://www.apache.org/ The Apache Software Foundation]
*[http://www.fastcgi.com/ An open extension to CGI]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt Wt, C++ Web Toolkit]
*[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html Wt Documentation]
*[http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx Virginia SCC - Office of the Clerk]

File:3.jpg

2010-05-11T16:06:22Z

Pvu:

File:1.jpg

2010-05-11T15:58:00Z

Pvu: uploaded a new version of "Image:1.jpg"

File:2.jpg

2010-05-11T15:48:00Z

Pvu:

2009-10-07T16:39:25Z

Pvu: /* External Links */

==Set Up Web Development Tools==

*'''Apache Webserver'''
:A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

*'''CGI'''
:I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
:The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

==Review Toolkit Documentation==
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

==Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit==

==Website Ideas==

==Marketing Strategies==

*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

==Find Server Host==
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
:This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

::'''Pros'''
::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
::*Easily managed
::*Free domain name
::*Tech support

::'''Cons'''
::*The website can have slow loading times
::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

*'''Virtual Private Server'''
:Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

::'''Pros'''
::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

::'''Cons'''
::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

*'''Dedicated Server'''
:Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

::'''Pros'''
::*Complete control over the server
::*Usually no content restrictions

::'''Cons'''
::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
::*More difficult to get support for

==Research Online Advertising==

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

:*'''CPC'''

::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

:*'''CPM'''

::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

:*'''CPA'''

::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

*'''Types of Advertisements'''

*'''Advertising Companies'''

==Research Other Internet Startups==

==Register a Company==
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

==External Links==

[http://www.apache.org/ The Apache Software Foundation]

[http://www.fastcgi.com/ An open extension to CGI]

[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt Wt, C++ Web Toolkit]

[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html Wt Documentation]

[http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx Virginia SCC - Office of the Clerk]

Paul Vu

2009-10-07T16:39:10Z

Pvu:

==Set Up Web Development Tools==

*'''Apache Webserver'''
:A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

*'''CGI'''
:I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
:The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

==Review Toolkit Documentation==
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

==Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit==

==Website Ideas==

==Marketing Strategies==

*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

==Find Server Host==
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
:This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

::'''Pros'''
::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
::*Easily managed
::*Free domain name
::*Tech support

::'''Cons'''
::*The website can have slow loading times
::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

*'''Virtual Private Server'''
:Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

::'''Pros'''
::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

::'''Cons'''
::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

*'''Dedicated Server'''
:Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

::'''Pros'''
::*Complete control over the server
::*Usually no content restrictions

::'''Cons'''
::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
::*More difficult to get support for

==Research Online Advertising==

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

:*'''CPC'''

::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

:*'''CPM'''

::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

:*'''CPA'''

::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

*'''Types of Advertisements'''

*'''Advertising Companies'''

==Research Other Internet Startups==

==Register a Company==
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

==External Links==
[http://www.apache.org/ The Apache Software Foundation]
[http://www.fastcgi.com/ An open extension to CGI]
[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt Wt, C++ Web Toolkit]
[http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html Wt Documentation]
[http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx Virginia SCC - Office of the Clerk]

Paul Vu

2009-10-07T16:34:42Z

Pvu: /* Goals */

Paul Vu

2009-10-07T16:29:00Z

Pvu: /* Goals */

==Goals==

====Set Up Web Development Tools====

:*'''Apache Webserver'''
::A commonly used HTTP server.(http://www.apache.org/)

:*'''CGI'''
::I will be using FastCGI as it is the most efficient CGI. (http://www.fastcgi.com/)

:*'''C++ Web Toolkit'''
::The toolkit I will use is 'Witty'. This is the best toolkit candidate as it has the most support and documentation. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt)

====Review Toolkit Documentation====
I will be reviewing the documentation on the Witty website, which will enable me to begin creating websites using C++. (http://www.webtoolkit.eu/wt/doc/reference/html/index.html)

====Begin Developing Websites Using Toolkit====

====Website Ideas====

====Marketing Strategies====

:*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

:*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

:*'''Purchasing Advertisements'''

====Find Server Host====
There are practically three possible hosting options for websites.

:*'''Shared Web Hosting'''
::This is the cheapest, most common option. Depending on the provider, domain names are usually given as part of a shared webhosting package. Unlimited network bandwidth and storage space are usually an option in shared webhosting, but the CPU and RAM usage are usually limited.

:::'''Pros'''
:::*Cheap (Usually around $10-$20/month)
:::*Easily managed
:::*Free domain name
:::*Tech support

:::'''Cons'''
:::*The website can have slow loading times
:::*Will not be able to handle many concurrent users (only a few people can use the website at the same time)
:::*You have to follow the rules of the hosting provider, so the content is restricted

:*'''Virtual Private Server'''
::Virtual Private Servers, or VPS, offer a bit more than shared webhosting. These servers give you more options, as you actually have control of part of a server. You can install things onto the server, like development tools and scripts, which you wouldn't be able to do with shared hosting.

:::'''Pros'''
:::*You have more control over your website (You can install things on the server)
:::*More dedicated RAM and CPU power

:::'''Cons'''
:::*More expensive than shared hosting (VPS cost around $40-$50/month)

:*'''Dedicated Server'''
::Dedicated servers are the best option for larger websites that have more users. Buying a dedicated server is like buying an entire computer to host your website on. This means that you have complete control over it, and you can manage it however you want. This also means that you have full RAM and CPU usage, so you can handle larger amounts of users.

:::'''Pros'''
:::*Complete control over the server
:::*Usually no content restrictions

:::'''Cons'''
:::*Very expensive ($150+/month)
:::*More difficult to get support for

====Research Online Advertising====

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue.

:*'''Revenue Models'''

:The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

::*'''CPC'''

:::Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

::*'''CPM'''

:::Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

::*'''CPA'''

:::Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

:*'''Types of Advertisements'''

:*'''Advertising Companies'''

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====Register a Company====
Registering a company can be essential when you plan to make a non-personal website. If I make a website, registering it under a Limited Liability Company will protect me from lawsuits, as the LLC is the entity being sued instead of myself. Another benefit of forming an LLC is that my personal information will be protected. Instead of my name showing up on the website, it will be the LLCs name.

The process of registering an LLC varies per state. Virginia requires you to submit an application form with a $100 fee. The state requires that LLCs file an annual report, and pay an annual fee to maintain the registration.

The application forms to register an LLC in Virginia can be found on the state's website. (http://www.scc.virginia.gov/clk/dom_llc.aspx)

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==Goals==

====Website Ideas====

====Marketing Strategies====

:*'''SEO (Search Engine Optimization)'''

:*'''Social Networking and Bookmarking'''

:*'''Buying Adspace'''

====Find Server Host====

====Research Online Advertising====

Selling advertisement space on a website is a common way to generate revenue. The main revenue models are CPC, CPM and CPA.

'''CPC'''

Cost-Per-Click, or CPC, is a revenue model which pays a website owner based on how many people click on the advertisements. You can expect around $0.01 - $0.10 per click, depending on the company you are advertising for.

'''CPM'''

Cost-per-mille, or CPM, pays for every 1000 page impressions. An impression can be described as a page view, or the act of a user's web browser loading the advertisement. Rates are variable, but are usually above $0.10 per 1000 impressions.

'''CPA'''

Cost-per-acquisition, or CPA, can also be referred to as affiliate marketing. This is when you place an advertisement on your website for another service, and get paid based on how many people you refer to them. This often means that users have to sign-up or purchase something from the other website in order for you to get paid. Rates are usually higher for this model, as it is generally more difficult to hook people.

====Research Other Internet Startups====

====Register a Company====