Oct 30, 2007

Free Web Site Hosts - There are Many...

Free Host - Netfirms...
After reviewing several free hosts I chose Netfirms in the USA, which include free software for creating a web page. You can get a free sub domain name - but of course your URL could be a bit long: e.g. yourwebname.netfirms.com. One way to get a free domain name was to join a computer forum in and get awarded a domain name based on your quality and/or number of posts.

Like many free hosts you have to display their ad banner at the top, which is ok in my view. There are limitations with free hosts - bandwith and upload limits, server size, exclusion of videos and linked flash scripts, web code restrictions to use (Perl, PHP, CGI, etc), inactivity limits, etc... The most critical I have heard is the bandwidth - if it is exceeded i.e. thousands of hits - then your site may instantly shut down; Also free hosts can disappear...Netfirms host servers have been pretty stable, they have front-page server extensions, and allow your own ads (Google, Amazon, etc) .

With about 4.5 million users for their total (i.e. not just free plan) customer base was enough for me to use them, and they have been pretty reliable. They have quite a nice formal site with plenty of options.
I started with this review list of over 300 USA free hosts...



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Ausha said...

This review was incredibly helpful! Netfirms seemed like a great choice after reading about the author's positive experiences. The mention of stability, options for personal ads, and the user base convinced me to give it a try. So far, so good
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beliramonline said...

While the information is detailed, the author didn't delve into the potential downsides of Netfirms. My experience was different; I faced frequent downtimes and slow loading speeds. The bandwidth limitations were a major issue for my site. Wish the review had highlighted both sides of the coin.
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bharatdori said...

The review offered useful insights into Netfirms, but I experienced some hiccups with their customer support. It took a while to address my concerns. On the positive side, the free subdomain and ability to display personal ads were definite advantages.
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saproseretail said...

Netfirms has been a reliable choice for my small website. The author's review accurately captures its benefits, especially the stable servers. The mention of potential limitations is fair, but for a free host, it's a great deal. Would recommend to others looking for a budget-friendly option.
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SbjRotavator said...

I must disagree with the positive tone of the review. My experience with Netfirms was plagued by the bandwidth limitations. My site was frequently shut down due to exceeding limits, leading to a poor user experience. Definitely not the best option for high-traffic sites.
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v2awatch said...

This review was instrumental in guiding my choice of a free web host. Netfirms lived up to expectations, and the author's advice on participating in a computer forum for a free domain worked like a charm. The ad banner is a small trade-off for the overall benefits.
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Vorx Consultants said...

Netfirms did provide a stable hosting environment, but the author should have emphasized the limitations more. My site faced issues due to bandwidth restrictions, and the URL with the subdomain was quite lengthy. Decent for beginners, but not ideal for growing websites.
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