A website review by Danny Wirken

The internet is an information- rich network where people research, share and find information for almost anything under the sun. The internet spans the globe, continuously evolving and redefining itself. The internet enables us to send and receive messages through electronic mail all over the world. Anyone can access any information on any subject through the internet. The internet is a very important tool for research works and educational purposes. We can meet people around the world with similar tastes and preferences. Common topics of interest can be discussed.

The internet offers a multitude of sites on entertainment and sports. If you feel like having a conversation with another net user you can. Chatting, conversing via your keyboard in real time is very popular. It is even more exciting with the webcam. You can even buy goods or avail of services online in the comforts of your home. And the list goes on… The internet is truly powerful and indispensable.

To access the internet, an internet service provider is necessary. An internet provider supplies your gateway to the internet. An internet provider is a company that provides internet connection to homes and businesses. Internet providers support internet access from the basic dial-up to digital subscriber line, from cable to wireless. There was a time when internet service providers supplied homes and businesses with only an internet connection and nothing more. But today’s internet providers have evolved to encompass all aspects of life. The internet provider has become a one-stop shop or haven for anything imaginable that will make life easier and enjoyable.

People rely more and more on the information and services offered by the internet service providers. Aside from internet connection, internet providers offer a gamut of high-tech services. There is e-mail services and web hosting. Most internet providers offer online music activities to their subscribers. Isn’t it great to be able to view the latest movies and videos right at your fingertips? You can even download music and videos. Internet providers also offer online gaming, a favorite among teens and adults alike. A game is just a click away. Some internet providers are also offering online calling. This service allows you to converse with anybody sans expensive long distance charges or call cards.

So, are you connected? Are you satisfied with your present internet provider or is it high time to look around for a new internet provider? Definitely, the best place to start is the all-knowing internet. Surf the different internet provider websites. Compare and contrast. You will be surprised at the discoveries you can uncover by just surfing the various internet provider websites.

A website is truly important. This is basic knowledge. When people look for something, they automatically go to the internet. This is the “Information Age”. You cannot run a business without a website. For many, your business might as well be non-existent. A website is also an effective way to advertise your product or service. A website assures worldwide presence for the business. Just about anybody can access your website. A website can increase sales and generate revenues, for that matter. For many businesses, a website is the first point of contact with potential customers. It is of utmost importance to make a good first impression. I’m sure at some point you have come across poorly designed websites. It drives away prospective clients. It is terribly bad for business. The last thing a company desires is for potential customers to flee seconds after they arrive.

Everybody is familiar with the old adage, “Do not judge a book by its cover.” But in the real world, image or outward appearance counts. The same holds true for your website. An attractive or effective website is easy to spot. For one, it is clean and organized. It makes sensible use of colors and graphics. It loads quickly. In this day and age, everybody is in a hurry. Potential customers will just leave the site if it takes so much time to download you website. Navigation should also be simple and straightforward for the convenience of would-be customers. Another significant thing is relevant content. These simple rules can transform a website to be effective and attractive and ultimately visitors into customers.

One of the top internet service providers right now is EarthLink. It serves over five million subscribers. It covers most of the United States. It recently garnered the top spot in the Top Ten Reviews. This internet provider boasts of a comprehensive list of internet service features unmatched by others. EarthLink offers high speed, dial-up and wireless services. It provides a variety of easy –to-use features to make surfing internet safe and enjoyable for the whole family. Parental control and security protection are some of these features. Shared internet connections and remote dial-up allows an internet user to go online from anywhere. It promises to make your online experience the best it can be.

The design of its home page is clean and well-organized. The homepage consists of a white background, sections devoted to user tool, links and ads. The top navigation area and logo is consistent on each page. The company logo is on the upper left hand corner. Immediately below is the company slogan “We revolve around you”. It evokes care and service. EarthLink has a reputation for quality and support. Truly, it lives up to this slogan. On the upper right hand corner is the log-in box. The navigation bar contains appropriate main links – Home, Internet Access, Business, Voice, Wireless, Software & Tools, Member center. From these main links, a visitor already has an inkling of what the company is about. Each main link has sub menus. A visitor will not get lost. The Internet Access main link has two submenus – high Speed and Dial-up. Clicking the High Speed sub menu, the company logo and top navigation bar occupies the same place. There is a left navigation bar that contains sub sections – Pricing, Features & Benefits, FAQ, Contact Us, Switch to EarthLink, High Speed Extras, Dial-Up and Bundle offers. Information about the High Speed Service and its features are explained, albeit, brief but concise. If you plan to avail of the service, just fill in the appropriate blanks in the Start Here To Get Plans & Prices. For any questions, you can click the Sales Chat or Support Chat link. Sales chat is open Monday to Sunday while support chat is open 24/7.

Navigation of this website is truly easy and intuitive. I’m very satisfied at the amount of navigational options presented. The navigational categories are divided into well-thought of sections relevant to the services offered. This makes it extremely easy for any user to find his way around the website. The advertisements are easily noticeable without being too offensive. The site is consistent in look, feel and layout. The color scheme and theme are constant all through out. The design of the web page works well. Every web page is properly presented together with the important topics. Graphics used are very appropriate.

Overall, it was a breeze surfing this site. The website is clean cut and well planned with just the right mix of advertisement and information. EarthLinks award-winning reputation for quality can definitely be gleamed from its website.