own domain..OT

[Phil Bondi]

OK - I'll answer publicly.

Having your own domain doesn't require alot of work on your part..just some
initial $$ to register whatever name you want, and then hook that up with a
web host. Here's what you do:

go to either www.register.com or www.networksolutions.com to find out if the
name you wish to register is already taken. I strongly recommend you go with
a top-level domain such as .com or .net. Chances are if  you wish to
register your name, like I did, it will be available. Once your name is
registered, NO ONE but you can take it away from you - it's yours - you own
it. There's some ins and outs to name registration that I learned the hard
way, so if anyone reading this decides to do it, contact me privately or by
phone(good luck - I'm never here!). I wouldn't want you to make the same
mistake I did, and it easily avoidable. The mistake I made was not asking
for advice on what to do about a certain way your domain is handled. There's
a Technical Contact, Administrative Contact, and the Registrant. That sounds
more difficult than it really is..trust me.

Once that process is completed, then you need to find a web host so you can
use your name. Just registering it doesn't get you anything. Think of it has
getting your license - it doesn't mean you get a car when you get your
license.

I use www.superb.net as my web host. Their least expensive option provides
me with 10 email addresses and tons of web space..more than I will ever need
or use for the business. Enter "web host" in any search engine and thousands
will appear before you. How I decided on superb.net was easy - they came
recommended from a well-respected friend in NY who was 2 years ahead of me
in the process, and when I contacted them, they were extremely professional,
courteous, patient, and quick to respond to any of my 'newbee' questions.
You will have them, so don't be afraid to ask.

If you decide to do this and you choose superb.net as your host, please
mention to the Sales Person that I recommended you to them - mention that
they host www.philbondi.com, and I believe I get a small discount the next
time I renew with them.

If you use the domain for business, it's a write-off under Advertising.

I don't regret owning philbondi.com or using superb.net to host the domain.

Any question, just ask.

-Phil Bondi (Fl.)
phil@philbondi.com