I want to set up a web site and would like a little help. Where is the best place to get a name and what's a good price What is and who should be my web host, can I use the space my ISP has for me? Is there a simple software out there that I can use to make the site?

There are many great webhosts out there. I perosnally use AngelTowns as even their free service has no banners or popups. Its best to look around and find out what hosting package is best for your budget. The same goes for domain names. As for software to make a website I personally use DreamWeaver but it is an expensive package. Try looking for WYSIWYG html editors there are many out there. http://www.craigrandall.co.uk

you could also use some website builder available in freewebs.com for example. --- Site of the Day

A good website builder but you still have to buy it is NetObjects Fusion. Matt matt@bbcomputing.co.uk www.bbcomputing.co.uk

Sorry i felt the urge to reply again. Try using 1&1 for your domain name and also for hosting if you want it all in a neat package. AngelTowns hosting is better value though. Matt matt@bbcomputing.co.uk www.bbcomputing.co.uk

NEVER register your domain name with your host...Even if it's free. Nobody but you should be in control of your domain name. Should you have a falling out with your host, you should be able to get a new one and point the new domain to it immediately, rather than wait for a company you're already displease with to do it for you. I've had many clients have problems with this, and even got caught in this trap myself. As for building your website, learning HTML takes less time than learning some WYSIWYG programs. I strongly recommend learning HTML and writing the HTML directly...It's easy, it builds a good foundation for more complex tasks later on that can't be done via WYSIWYG (web forms, javascript, etc.) I used the tutorials on htmlhelp.com, but really all you need is something that will explain what HTML is, and how to use CSS, Tables, SPANs and DIVs. It should take about two hours if you're pretty computer literate, four if you're a newbie. Good luck, -SN

Nvu is a fairly nice (and free) HTML editor. Actually, nowadays it is not uncommon to forego playing with HTML entirely and just setup a blog or other content system that comes with templates. These almost always require paid hosting, however. A good example is WordPress, which has many existing templates for you to use. These systems are not as flexible as a homegrown site, but they get the job done. A comparison of blog applications.