As such blogging is still preferred as the best traditional way.

WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org

WordPress is a name that needs no introduction when it comes to blogging programs. It comes in two types: WordPress.com and WordPress.org.

• WordPress.com usually assigns your sub-domain website, for example, yourname.wordpress.com free of cost. This is one of the best perks of WordPress hosting. It has its disadvantages. You won’t have full access to some of its features. Since it is “ad-supported”, you get unnecessary ads put on view on your blog.
• You will have to find your web hosting firm and install programs all by yourself, followed by registering your domain name in WordPress.org. Its prime advantages include full control over the alteration and customizable of your blog. You are allowed to modify and edit the CSS, themes, and HTML codes.

Thus it can be seen that both of them come with their advantages and disadvantages. If you want full access to the features of WordPress, opt for WordPress.org. If you calculate the estimated amount of price for hosting services providers and domain name registration it will come to around 1000 INR. You can recover the expense of the hosting cost by placing ads on your website.

WordPress Requirements

For WordPress.org, you will require a compatible WordPress hosting package. It should also have MySQL and PHP support. Make sure your WordPress requirements are met while deciding on the hosting firm.

Migrating from WordPress.com to WordPress.org

For instance, if you are using a WordPress.com blog and at the same time you wish to enjoy the full features WordPress platforms, you can always shift to WordPress.org blog over a few simple steps.

• Subscribe to hosting account that largely supports MySQL and PHP.
• Make sure if your hosting firm provides hosting accounts that is WordPress compatible.
• Install the required WordPress program to your hosting account.

Some web hosting company provides you with a script installer program that will help you to install WordPress very quickly.

Upon installing a WordPress program you would want to personalize your WordPress blog. Essential elements include various theme options. A WordPress theme establishes the overall design of your website in general. The admin panel of the WordPress program offers WordPress users to select from hundreds of WordPress themes.

Also, you get various other WordPress themes at premium payment available for download. With FTP access you can upload the theme directly to your hosting account. We provide you with a tutorial piece for further clarification.

Clare Louise