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This article from searchenginewatch.com gives a good overview on why responsive web design is the best solution, if you are building a website or using a website for generating clients and business.

In brief:

1. Recommended and preferred by Google
2. One website for all devices just makes sense for your potential clients' user-experience and not having to switch to a different URL makes it more convenient for the user
3. Having one website to manage rather than several just makes sense for you

http://searchenginewatch.com/sew/how-to/2253965/3-reasons-why-responsive-web-design-is-the-best-option-for-your-mobile-seo-strategy#

An acquaintance of mine from Australia, just recently posted a link to an excellent brief article for people that are looking to hire a web designer/developer to build their website. In brief there are a few different aspect to consider so that you achieve the best communication with your designer. I see in my line of work that communication and unrealistic expectations are often the 2 factors that cause trouble and mistrust in our web design community. Websites are here to stay and are becoming increasingly more attainable to have whether you are a novice or not in the field. As a web designer and developer I put a lot of energy into creating trustworthy relationships and have honest communication with my clients. Clearly it is complex with the kind of features and types of designs that are possible, but it is hard to understand what takes more time to put together than others and so it is important to create trust. I am inspired by the following article, because it has a very practical purpose to inform the client/consumer in what lies ahead of them when purchasing a website.

Take a look at the beautiful and elegant site of Guggenheim, which is built on the Joomla platform! Open Source software can create many wonders, don't be fooled by the fact that a community of programmers have developed it or that it may be free for everybody. In the spirit of cooperation and community, great creative work can emerge!

http://www.guggenheim.org/new-york

In order to have a public website, you will need someone to host it. You can host it yourself, but you have to know what you are doing. For most people that is not an option. I can host your website on my webhost, right now I am using Liquidweb. I charge $130 a year which includes some website maintenance. If you want the keys to your own operation so to speak, I can advise you on what webhosting companies would be a good match for you, so you won't have to spend time on researching your options of what is within your budget and suits your website requirements. There is no reason for you to pay for something that you don't need and in this line of business, it can be hard to tell what you are paying for, if you don't have much experience. I can also help you move your website and domain name to a better service. Moving a database driven website can be a tedious and long process, if you are not sure what you are doing.