If this is your first website there are several things we have to do to get you online.

• First you have to pick a domain name for your website (eg. www.sitesbykaren.com). This should be done before I start designing the site but it is not necessary. If you send me a name that you like, I can check for availability.
  
• Then you have to find an ISP (Internet Service Provider) to host the website for you. After setup costs, their prices can range from $5 to $200 per month depending on the services you want them to provide). I can recommend several reliable ISPs that offer minimal downtime and great technical support.

Although this may sound a little complicated for the beginner, don't worry, I can walk you through most of this process or even do it for you.