5 Top Web Development Tips from 1&1
- Fri, 5 May 2006
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 1. How to set up a fresh, animated website in 5 minutes
When you think of Flash-animated websites, you may imagine they took experienced web designers hours to create. That was then. Exclusively from 1&1, DynamicSiteCreator lets you build professional-looking Flash websites in minutes, without the need for a professional programmer or web designer. With animated graphics, interactive menus, brilliant colour and vibrant sound, Flash applications take your site to a whole new level. All you have to do is to go to your 1&1 hosting package and then click on DynamicSiteCreator within the Websites & Applications menu.
You can also upgrade to 1&1 DynamicSiteCreator Plus. This offers you advanced features that are not included in the basic version:
Experience 1&1 DynamicSiteCreator Plus here: Test drive 1&1 DynamicSiteCreator Plus! 2. How to add professional content and games to your website for free For most web masters, professionally written content might seem like a luxury that’s far too expensive to afford. However, with 1&1 you can use the Dynamic Content modules to display professionally written, up-to-the-minute information for free. Integrate modules with the award-winning WebsiteBuilder and you can retain your site's unique feel, while dazzling your visitors with hot-off-the-press news and information. Dynamic Content modules have wide-ranging content and are maintenance-free.
To try a sample module, click here  Make your website even more attractive and entertain your visitors with our great range of online games. All you have to do is to go to your 1&1 hosting package and then click on Dynamic Content within the Websites & Applications menu. Click on Games and you will choose from 12 challenging online games that open in a pop-up window on your website. All you have to do is add a simple code to create a direct link to this game catalogue! Game integration is hassle-free and as easy as cutting and pasting.
To try a sample game, click here 3. How to add a survey to your website Add a survey to your website and benefit from your visitors’ feedback. All you have to do is to go to your 1&1 hosting package and click on Basic CGIs within the Websites & Applications menu. Click on New CGI and you can add a guestbook, forum, feedback form, time/date display or visitor counter to your website – just choose a form and fill in the required fields. Note that you can preview your form anytime by clicking on Refresh. With the help of these ready-made, customisable CGI programs you can make your website truly interactive. 4. Share your photos using a website-based gallery and get free photos to spruce up your site Upload your favourite digital or scanned images and share them with friends and family all over the world!
Look at a sample gallery here If you would like to make your website more attractive with some beautiful images, 1&1 gives you access to thousands of free photos. All you have to do is to go to your 1&1 hosting package and then click on Graphic Archive within the Websites & Applications menu. Browse the categories and select the picture you would like to use for your website.  5. How to set up a password protected photo gallery
Protecting your photo gallery with a password is easy. Go to your 1&1 hosting package and click on Photo Gallery within the Websites & Applications menu. Now click on your Album and in the top menu choose Album and Password Protect. Once you have protected your Album you can invite others to look at it by sending them the password.
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Ever wondered how you could have a better website – without any programming skills? Here are a few tips from the world’s largest hosting company, 1&1, that could help you build a better website.
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