Web Publishing 
Publishing files to the Internet is most
commonly performed through File Transfer Protocol (FTP). FTP allows a person to transfer
files between two computers, generally connected via the Internet. A common function of
FTP is to transfer your Web site from your computer to the remote server (ex. JVLNET) so
that the rest of the world can see it. The FTP program is called a 'client' and the remote
machine is a 'server'. You can also use any FTP program to access other computer systems
throughout the world to send and receive files.
Backing Up
When creating and uploading your
site, it is important to always keep a current backup copy of your
web site. JVLNET is not responsible for any loss of data due to equipment failure or any
other problem that might take place.
FTP Client Settings
Your FTP space comes FREE with your JVLNET dial-up account. It is activated on sign-up and can be used at any time.
Does JVLNET support Microsoft Front
Page Extensions?
Yes. But there are a few things that you
should know about Microsoft's Front Page Extensions.
First, you can use Microsoft Front Page to
create your entire website, and then use any standard FTP program to upload it to your web
directory on JVLNET or to your Domain . You can then
add standard HTML coding, CGI scripts and Java as needed to create counters, forms and
other exciting webpage design items. There really is no reason to use Microsoft's
optional Front Page extensions, and we are suggesting that if you use Microsoft's Front
Page to create your web site that you do not use any of the optional Front Page
extensions.
Second, if you do wish to use the Microsoft Front Page extensions, please consider the
following:
- Front Page extensions do not automatically work
in your JVLNET's web directory. They need to be installed into your webpage directory by
JVLNET.
- Front Page extensions are not the internet
standard. In fact they are very proprietary to Microsoft Front Page, and most web
publishers and HTML experts avoid them. They can actually cause conflicts with the other,
more accepted, coding types.
- JVLNET recommends against installing the Front
Page extensions in your web directory. We do recommend that you use only standard HTML,
CGI and Java based coding in your webpages, as they will conform to the industry standard
and can be viewed and utilized by the majority of all browsers, and the Front Page
extensions may not.
- Once Front Page extensions are installed in your
JVLNET's web directory or Domain, they can not be easily removed.
- Once Front Page extensions are installed you may
be unable to use other industry standard HTML, CGI, and Java coding and scripts in your
webpages. There is a lot more to lose than you will gain.
- If you still wish to have Microsoft's Front
Page extensions installed in your JVLNET web directory or Domain, we will do so upon
receipt of an email request to webmaster@jvlnet.com.
The request should state that you have read this support memo on Front Page
considerations.
- Once we receive your request, we will reply with
a confirmation email and advise you of the expected date and time that the extensions will
be installed.
HOW TO GET YOUR
OWN HOMEPAGE ON JVLNET'S SERVER
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Print this entire page for reference. |
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Create your own Webpages using HTML, or a Webpage making
program. There are many books & software programs available. |
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Save your Webpages on your computer, naming your main page
index.html and all other webpages [anyname].html |
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FTP to www.jvlnet.com, using the same login ID and
password that you use to log on to JVLNET. [To download an FTP program Click on this link http://www.ipswitch.com and follow the
installation instructions that come with the FTP program]. |
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Once you are logged on to your home directory using the
FTP program, go into the Web sub directory on the host side. (If you do not have a web
directory in your home directory on the host side, you will need to email support@jvlnet.com, and we will make one for
you.) |
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Using the FTP program, transfer all your Webpages and
pictures from your local directory to the web directory you are now in. Be sure you are in
the web directory on the host side. |
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Once all of your webpages are in your web directory, you
may log off FTP. |
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Test your Webpages. It is important to test them from a
different computer as well. |
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Let the world know your main Homepage address is http://www.jvlnet.com/~[username].
This will automatically bring up your index.html webpage. |
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E-mail your new Homepage address to JVLNET Webmaster webmaster@jvlnet.com so we can place your
homepage on our JVLNET SUBSCRIBERS
webpage. |
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Backup ALL of your webpage directory files to your local
computer's Hard Drive. JVLNET is not responsible for lost files and directories. Every
time you make a change make a backup! |
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