Domain Names

Host Gator
Over the past ten years I have had various web sites hosted by four different companies, and Host Gator is definitely the pick of the bunch. Host Gator offers good value for money, plus it provides excellent quality support, and it consistently receives good ratings and feedback from web hosting directories. I recommend the 'Swamp' plan for most online stores as this will enable you to purchase a private SSL certificate. If your hosting needs grow substantially, you can then upgrade to the Semi Dedicated plan (which offers unlimited simultaneous MySQL connections).

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123-Reg.co.uk
Offers registrations for .uk domain extensions as well as the major top level domains (.com, .net, etc). There are constant deals and promotions on offer. .co.uk domains can be registered for £2.59 per year.

Dotster
Dotster offers .com domain registrations for $14.95 / year, although there are often discounts and promotions on. A wide range of domain extensions are available and hosting services are also offered. Be sure to run a Google search for 'Dotster coupons' prior to making a purchase. A common discount is a buy one, get one free offer.

Go Daddy
Go Daddy offers .com domain registrations from $8.95 / year. A wide range of other domain extensions are also offered. Web hosting and email accounts are also available. Free private registration is offered if you register 5 or more domains.

Network Solutions
Network Solutions is one of the oldest and best known domain registration services. A .com domain registered for one year costs $34.99 but prices drop to $14.99/year for 10 year, and $9.99/year for 100 year registrations.