Dream host features an inuitive layout which makes it easy for anyone to deploy a web business. Clients don't always have time for my "techno babble". By keeping things simple for client, I am able to help them more effectively.
I've often run into web developers will put your website on their hosting account, and they won't give you the password. They want to make sure you pay them for every little change. Good for their business, bad for your wallet. I can't tell you how many times I've had this conversation.
You want to make sure the hosting account is under YOUR name, not the web designer's name. This is critical. They might try to sell you on the idea that's it's very complicated and you need to be a super genius to understand web hosting. Nothing could be further from the truth. But then again - it depends on which company you go with for your web hosting.
What's the difference between one web hosting company and another? Speed - That's what really counts. Google likes fast websites, so if yours is slow you can forget about being on the first page of Google.
How to upload your website to dreamhost: Using the ftp client such as filezilla, I'll show you how to access your web hosting's public html folder! I will also cover uploading the files using the file manager. The first step is to setup your FTP user and allow your computer's IP address. Pay attention to the hostname, you'll need it in the next step!
TOP QUESTION: A common question from new Dreamhost users is "What is my host name?" or "What's my server name?"
In the video below, I'm using the server named "Amelia", so for the hostname in filezilla I put "amelia.dreamhost.com".
The steps to publish a dreamweaver website will be the same, you will enter the FTP details inside dreamweaver instead of filezilla. Now you're ready to upload your files to dreamhost. What are some possible reasons for "authentication failed" messages in filezilla? Most often the reason is an incorrect piece of information: Either the username, password or host is incorrect. Notice that I am using sFTP, not regular FTP! Regular FTP is insecure and a hacker could steal your password! Make sure you only use sFTP (Secure FTP).
Here is a video walkthrough of the sFTP settings for Dreamhost web hosting. Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel!
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