Who is direct2net?
direct2net is part of the
The Datadesign Group which has been
established over 25 years. The group develops
both PC applications and Websites for a wide range
of businesses, industries and organisations.
I've seen some free web site packages being
advertised, why don't I use them?
Value for money is not about how cheap you can get
something done, but how much value you get from the
money you spend. Free, and budget alternatives, tend
to be designed using a site builder wizard and give
very limited and disappointing results. Is this the
impression of your company you want your customers
to see?
How do I know what my site is going to look like?
Using our catalogue of over 20,000 templates allows
you to see exactly how it will look, before you
spend any money!
If I’m using a template won’t my site look like
everyone else’s?
The template just gives you a head start, by the
time we add your own logo, text and graphics it will
have your company’s personality. With such a vast
and ever expanding catalogue, in reality only a
handful of templates are sold worldwide.
Why do you use web templates to design my site?
For a number of very simple reasons: to give you the
ability to see and choose the style of your web site
before we start; to give you access to the world’s
best web graphic designs and programmers ; to have a
constantly updated catalogue of new and innovative
designs; whilst keeping the costs of your web
project as low as possible.
Why doesn’t ABCompany use templates?
It is a simple fact that most web development
companies use templates, whether they are their own
or someone else’s. Most just like to pretend you are
getting a unique package, and of course charge you
accordingly.
How do I choose a template?
Browse through our catalogue or drop us an email
with an outline of your company and what you want
and we’ll recommend 6 or so examples.
How much does a web site cost?
There are quite a few factors that are going to
affect the ultimate cost of your web site. These
factors include how many pages you are going to
have, if you will sell products on your website, the
graphic work involved, and how interactive your
future web site will be. You may also need web
hosting and domain name registration.
I already have a web site, can you freshen it up?
Yes, we can take your existing text and graphics and
insert them into a new design adding vibrancy and
additional functionality to your web site.
Do I need to hire a "local" web site designer?
direct2net design creates web sites for clients who
are local as well as throughout the UK. By using the
Internet, email and the telephone, it is possible to
communicate effectively with clients in any
location.
How long does it take to have a web site designed?
The time frame is determined by the size of your web
site, the complexity of your site design, and our
current client design schedule. A typical 5 page
site can be turned around in under two weeks,
subject to the availability of the client’s text and
image content.
What is a URL?
It stands for "universal resource locator". This is
the address typed in to view your web page on the
Internet. For example, you would type in
http://www.direct2net.com to access our home page.
What is a domain name?
A domain name is a specific web site address that
you choose and register so you can have web and
email facilities that reflect your business. Our
domain name is "direct2net.com".
I am currently hosted with abcompany.com and would
like to switch over to direct2net. How do I do this?
Just let us know and we will take care of
everything. We will transfer your domain name along
with all of your existing web sites content.
Can I choose you to design my site and use my own
web hosting?
Yes, you can use any web host you like. Once your
website has been completed you will have to provide
us with your web hosting ftp login username as
password so that we can upload your website for you.
What is web hosting?
Web hosting is a monthly fee that you pay to have
your site accessible on the Internet. We can provide
web hosting for our clients.
What is site maintenance?
Site maintenance is a fee paid monthly to keep your
site updated with new content that you provide. Most
good web sites have new content updated regularly.
Fresh content is what will keep your visitors coming
back. This is an optional service that we provide
for our customers. If you want to maintain your
website yourself you can do so.
Why can't I find my web site in the search engines?
Once your site has been submitted to the top Search
Engines they may require several weeks, or even
months to actually spider and list your web site in
their directory. How fast your site is listed
depends on each individual Search Engines database
update schedule. Our Search Engine submission
services will ensure they are available in shortest
possible time.
Web Site Content - what do I put on
my site?
That would depend on the goals of your web site. If
you run a business website you would include as much
information about your products or services that
your customers would need to purchase from you.
I've made my decision - I want you to design my web
site. Now what do I do?
Simply drop us an email at sales@direct2net.com, or
give us a call on 08709 220591 and we'll discuss
your requirements with you.
