Why Fear? Now Change Your Filenames Without ...
Why Fear? Now Change Your Filenames Without Disturbing Search Engines/VisitorsAnd Rank WellBy Subhendu SenBy now, you know that to rank well in the Search Engines,you need to have the keyword in your URL's directory nameand filename, if not in the domain name as well.So, if you want to target a keyword, say, 'Woolen Socks', thebest way to do it is (a) to have a domain name that containsthe word 'woolen socks' in it (like: BuyWoolenSocks.com),(b) place the information page in the 'woolen-socks' directory and (c) write the filename as 'woolen-socks.html'. So the URL should look like :http://www.BuyWoolenSocks.com/Woolen-Socks/Woolen-Socks.htmlThis definitely gives you much better chance to rank well in search engines with the keyword 'Woolen Socks'. There are other aspects too which help you to rank well, but insertingthe keywords in domain name, directory and file name definitely give you a boost.It's not always possible to have a separate domain name for each and every product. But, you can easily change the directory name and filename to match with your keywords.But you are afraid to change the alrealy popular URLs for threereasons : (a) you have to manually insert the redirect code in every page,
(b) a standard 404 page may lead visitors nowhere or disinterest them and (c) annoying search engines with the constant 404 error page codes so much so that they might ban the site.But there is no need to worry. Internet has enough provisions to meet every technical need.
The only thing you have to know where to look. You can change the filenames without disturbing anything by simply changing one single file.USE 301 REDIRECTA 301 redirect is the most efficient and spider/visitor friendly strategy around for web sites that are hosted on servers running Apache (check with your hosting service if you aren't sure). It's not that hard to implement and it should preserve your search engine rankings for that particular page. If you HAVE to change file names or move pages around, it's the safest option.A
301 code inteprets 'moved permanently'.HOW TO DO IT?Locate a file named .htaccess in your public_html folder (home page folder). If it's not there, just open Notepad (or any text editor: which saves files in .txt mode) and write the following line for eachfilename change :redirect 301 /OldFolder/OldFilename.html http://www.you.com/NewFolder/NewFilename.htmlObviously you need to replace 'OldFolder', 'OldFilename.html', 'NewFolder', 'NewFilename'
with your own old and new filenames.
For example : if you had a page whose URL is :http://www.YourDomain.com/wp-01.htmland the new page's URL is :http://www.YourDomain.com/Woolen-Socks/Woolen-Socks.htmlwrite the following code in your .htaccess file : redirect 301 /wp-01.html http://www.YourDomain.com/Woolen-Socks/Woolen-Socks.htmlIf you had a page whose URL is :http://www.YourDomain.com/wp/wp-01.htmland the new page's URL is :http://www.YourDomain.com/Woolen-Socks/Woolen-Socks.htmljust write the following code in your .htaccess file : redirect 301 /wp/wp-01.html http://www.YourDomain.com/Woolen-Socks/Woolen-Socks.htmlThe line is written like this :'redirect 301' + 'one spacebar space' + 'old file directory/filename' + 'one spacebar space' + 'new file URL' + '[Enter]'You can write as many lines as you wish!If you already have .htaccess file in your folder, write these linesAFTER all other codes already existed there.Save the file. Check that the filename has not become :.htaccess.txt. If it's so, rename the file to .htaccess and upload it to your public_html directory.Now, open your browser (Aren't you using FireFox? Oh boy, you're missing a lot!!) and browse to your old filename. You got redirected to the new page location!!Voila!!Search engines read your old filenames as 301 code and not a 404. Eventually they should drop the old filenames and index new ones.Your visitors seamlessly visit your new page following the old filename.You save lots of time if you have really huge files to change.Great.
Isn't it?=============== AUTHOR'S BIO ===============Subhendu Sen is the owner and webmaster of http://www.IndHosts.Net/hosting.html ? A Low-Cost Web Hosting Service Provider with Apache Server ? and is in thebusiness of web hosting since 1998. He also owns other sites of interest : http://www.TheWebContent.com ? An Article Directory and http://www.PopAccount.com ? AFree Email Address directory..
Organizing Tips to Help You Conquer the Laundry Monster
Laundry. You sort, you wash, you fold, you blink ? and the pile of dirty clothes has grown all over again. Laundry is a fact of life, but approaching the task in an organized way can make it more manageable. Preparation is Half the Battle If you have a large family (or lots of clothes!), sorting the laundry can be a daunting task all on its own. Sorting as you go not only ends the need for this part of the project, but also may encourage you to do laundry more often because it's all sorted and ready to go! Use a multi-compartmented hamper or several laundry baskets and as you throw in your dirty clothes just drop them in the appropriate section (even kids as young as pre-schoolers can learn to do this -- make it fun for them, give them a small reward (an extra 15 minutes of TV? staying up 10 minutes later?) each time they get everything in the right spot!) Toss items that need dry cleaning into a special basket or bag as soon as you take it off.
This way, when you are ready to...
Organizing Tips to Help You Conquer the Laundry Monster
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Plantar Fasciitis Socks
Plantar fasciitis is a condition in which a person develops intense pain at the inner side of the heel. It occurs as a result of inflammation of the tough fibrous tissue known as plantar fascia. During rest, the plantar fascia contracts back to its original shape. As soon as weight is put on the feet, the fascia begins to stretch due to the collapsing of the arch. This results in intense pain in the heel.
Plantar fasciitis socks are specially designed to give arch support and provide relief from the pain associated with plantar fasciitis.
The socks hold the feet in a neutral to gently stretched position and do not allow the plantar fascia to contract in a position of sleep. This not only eliminates the pain felt during the first few morning steps but also in some cases speeds up the recovery time for plantar fasciitis.
Makers of plantar fasciitis socks claim that they provide an inexpensive and easy to use method of pain relief.
The socks can...
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?Socks for Troops Campaign?
TechSpun?, which has been working with Operation AC and Keystone Soldiers, is now adding Soldiers' Angels and the Knights of Columbus to the "Socks for Troops Campaign."During the past two years, the "Socks for Troops Campaign" has provided thousands of donated TechSpun? socks and gloves sets to our U.S. Military personnel serving in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Our products have been designed specifically for the extreme hot/cold temperatures, which our soldiers encounter in the Middle East. U.S. Military-approved for all weather conditions, the TechSpun? "Environmental Sock System" is a two part sock system consisting of a Coolmax Fresh FX? (75% Coolmax? & 25% Silver Antimicrobial and Fungistatic) liner sock to prevent blisters and transport heat and moisture away from the foot, and an unique wool boot sock with a high density reversed terry U.S.
Wool nap outer facing. The "All Weather" Wool/Coolmax Fresh FX? Lined Boot Socks are compatible for weather conditions of 0?F to...
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White Socks
You may consider socks as the lowliest of garments (or simply a trivial part of the whole grooming process), but socks can easily make or break any fashion statement. Socks are not only worn for the comfort they provide. Different varieties are worn for different occasions and situations. Picking the wrong pair of socks can spoil an otherwise well-coordinated outfit. One key rule to follow when dressing up is to pick footwear ? both shoes and socks ? that are darker or the same tone as your top.
White socks are generally a no-no, unless you are going to the gym or wearing white leather shoes. White socks are usually frowned upon by the more fashionable set. It is a common advice not to use white socks when dressing formally, unless you want the fashion police hot on your heels.
But does this mean you should throw out all your white socks? No. Maybe it's all about the cleanliness.
Maybe it's all about the comfort. Whatever the reason, white socks...
White Socks
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