I am excited to announce that HostRecord.com after 5 months of hard work has gone online. Thank you, if you have already registered your hosting services. I would like to personally invite every web host to register at HostRecord.com. Also be sure to read "How we can increase your sales?" in the Web Host Admin when you do login.

Thank You again, and we are very happy to be finally online. Please post your comments about the website here, I will definetly be visiting more often.

PS. A little extra clip from the Press Release describing the site.
HostRecord.com also features a variety of other web tools, which provide the ability for developers to quickly locate the right web hosting service for their requirements. The website features very detail and powerful search tools. Visitors are invited to search the site's database of Web Hosting Services. Services available include web-hosting plans on a number of different platforms, dedicated servers and co-location services. Each listed business includes contact information and helpful links to more information.
Internet developers who have had a bad experience, or those who wish submit great feedback on a specific web hosting company, can express their opinions at http://www.hostrecord.com/ and give fellow developers their feedback using HostRecord.com's business Record system. Their votes will be appreciated by thousands of visitors searching for quality web hosting services.

wow another webhosting dir, does that put it into the thousands now...

Thanks for the comment!

Thousands? No it's not just another webhost dir. You must know how to subtract quality and quantity.

Dom,

I am always willing to get new clients, so I went and registered. I understand you just went online, so of course you will encounter a few bumps. Here is one:

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Warning: Unable to access /usr/local/plesk/apache/vhosts/hostrecord.com/httpdocs/.php3 in /usr/local/plesk/apache/vhosts/hostrecord.com/httpdocs/templatesearch.php3 on line 442

Fatal error: Failed opening required '/usr/local/plesk/apache/vhosts/hostrecord.com/httpdocs/.php3' (include_path='.') in /usr/local/plesk/apache/vhosts/hostrecord.com/httpdocs/templatesearch.php3 on line 442
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That is what pops up when you try to access the search features.

Good Luck,
Michael

Thank You very much Michael. heh you saved my day :)

I just fixed the errors. I don't know how I could have not seen that.

Thanks for registering, your acceptence is in the mail :)

[Edited by Dom on 04-04-2001 at 04:16 PM]

Dom,
Nice site...I like it, very easy to navigate and nice area for the host. Simple to add plans, info, etc.
Good job!!

I am a programmer too (of sorts). I understand errors happen.

Okay, I logged in and set up my first plan listing.

My first suggestion is to get rid of the "Unlimited" option for disk space and bandwidth. That way hosts will have to put in a number. If they still want to convey it being "Unlimited" they can put in a really high number. "Unlimited" used for disk space and bandwidth is just a marketing ploy and you should not condone its use.

By the way, before anybody goes to my site and points out that I have "unlimited" on my plans, let me point out that it is not on disk space or bandwidth and that what it is on (mailboxes, mailing lists, etc.) is of course limited in relation to disk space and bandwidth but not limited pertaining to a set restrictive number! And I think that is pretty obvious!

On the home page, in the host showcase box, "frontpage" shows up twice!

On the company profile page it says this: "This web host has 1 Records submited. Click Here to view them"

It should say "0" and "submitted"!

As far as the showcase listings go, perhaps you should be giving these away for awhile! I mean, $200/mo with no indication of what your traffic might be like? Or maybe just lower the price.

Anyway, all else seems to work, I wish you well!

-Michael

I will make those changes thank you again Mikael.

To answer some of your questions, the unlimited does submit a really high number to the database so either way the same thing. I can't stop hosts from submitting unlimited on their plans becuase it does exist, and I want to be able to give people that feature.

As for the showcase pricing, I thought $200/month was considerably low. When compared to others who charge over $300 dollars. I have already started marketing the site, so I will be able to tell you the traffic in about a week if you are interested. Right now its not determined.

I'm sorry I can't offer it for free. But if you are interested email me privetly whoever is interested I might be able to give you better deal. Only for WHT members ;)

Thanks again everyone.

I can't stop hosts from submitting unlimited on their plans becuase it does exist,
Everybody remember that Dom is new here and does not know how over zealous you can be!

I'm sorry I can't offer it for free.
That's why I added: "Or maybe just lower the price.". I just thought the showcase sections might look better if they actually had something to showcase!

But if you are interested email me privetly whoever is interested I might be able to give you better deal. Only for WHT members
And you guys said I was useless! Ha!

Just kidding, no one here said that, at least, not to my face!

Regards,
Michael

I have been reading this form for quite some time, and I know many of you don't believe in unlimited. But whats the diffrence if I make a function for unlimited features or you will provide a very huge number. Either way in database the number is huge.

Yes it never hurts to ask ;). We are actually working full time on marketing the site. Hopefully our forecast for next month will be more then 2,000 unique visitors a day. Also like to add all advertising prices will be bound to change.

Thanks for reading.

Originally posted by Dom
I have been reading this form for quite some time, and I know many of you don't believe in unlimited. But whats the diffrence if I make a function for unlimited features or you will provide a very huge number. Either way in database the number is huge.

But would you prefer a numerical limit so that users know what the limits are, or would you prefer to be shut down by your host without warning for consuming all available resources?

Dom,

Don't get me wrong on this! I use "Unlimited" as the word for my mailboxes, mailing lists, etc. I take for granted the fact that people are going to realize these features are only limited by the disk space and bandwidth limits. Maybe I shouldn't, but I haven't thought of a better way to do it yet! And when I do I will change it!

But I do clearly define that the diskspace is XX MB and the bandwidth is 10 GB!

These are the only two features I feel it is necessary to NOT allow "Unlimited" as the entry at host directories. If hosts still want to try to say they are unlimited they will enter an outrageous number and then it will be on their ethics and not yours!

And we are not trying to pick on you, Dom.

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This is something all host directories should take into account! (I know you're out there!) Do NOT allow bandwidth and disk space to be labeled with the marketing buzz word "Unlimited".

Please do it for yourself and do it for us! The more people these guys tick off by not telling them the whole truth the harder it is for honest hosts (such as the ones who frequent these forums (well, most of them :)!)) to convince potential clients we aren't here to promise things that we can't, or don't plan to, deliver!

</vent>

I need a break.

-Michael

WOW! I keep count and this make the 64th web hosting directory out there (and I am not kidding, I do keep count).

Quality? I am not sure how you have more quality than the other 63 hosting directories. May I ask why you started the site when there are 63 other ones out there? I am just curious.

It makes me smile :)

Best of Luck

Anybody got a complete list of ALL the directories?

If so, I'd like to take a look at it. I've got about 12 right now.

Chuck

I am sure Dominik will reply to this post. Here is why I have decided to join in the development of HostRecord.com.

In the past I have been unsuccessful finding hosting by looking through the other directories. I found that they do not provide the information that I needed to find the right host.

First some of the directories are not actual directories but gimmicks and marketing scams. Directories filled with only advertisements are not directories.

Secondly I did not like how directories were influenced by money. When you visit a Host directory and see a 25 Top Host list you can find many hosts that do not even deserve to be in that list. Instead are featured in the Top 10. They are simply there because of other reasons. That is completely misleading to people in search of the right host. I realize that there are many great web hosts out there with very reliable services but they are unable to be featured on these so called Top Host lists because of the low revenue. By starting HostRecord we are enabling every host has an equal chance, no matter if it a corporation or a small business.

Third reason would be the search functions. Most of these directories only provide very small search functions. No one has the power search features we provide. I have looked for a host that provided certain features that were a necessity for my previous websites. I was unable to find anything in my criteria. On our Power Search you are able to choose exactly what you are looking for and find exact results to the exact match. Instead of wasting time and looking through countless results that were acquired by other Host Directory Websites. This enabling you to find the most reliable solution for your hosting needs in a quicker time frame and concentrate more on the development of the website.

On HostRecord.com the ranking of hosts will clearly be driven by user feedback. So called Records will enable hosts to reach a top list category. The better they serve their customers the more return they get in exchange. I have had many problems in the past with hosts that claimed they provided features that were found to be untrue. I was misled by one of these particular top lists. When I purchased the account it turned out that the host was not what was presented at this so called website. This aggravated me and motivated me to start something trustworthy, where a visitor is able to find a host that provides the service they are looking for. If the certain hosts fails in providing what it stated then the consumer will complain by providing a Record of his or her experience. This will prevent future visitors going out and making the same mistake as the previous customer.

These are only the most important reasons why we have gone out and built HostRecord.com.

Please do not misunderstand. I am only stating the reason why I have been part of creation of this website, I have nothing against other Web Hosting Directories.

That took you 5 month???? hahahahah




Just kidding mate, join the club, pretty cool site... I wish you the best of luck with it.

Slydder,

google/ODP (http://directory.google.com/Top/Computers/Internet/Commercial_Services/Web_Hosting/Directories/)

yahoo (http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Business_to_Business/Communications_and_Networking/Internet_and_World_Wide_Web/Network_Service_Providers/Hosting/Web_Site_Hosting/Directories/)

Add those together and you get a good sized list! Click here (http://www.webhostingtalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=7361) to view a thread I started where I tell about the process of submitting to them and where I will continue to post my results. As you will learn in the thread, I did not submit to all of them (for various reasons) and I haven't gotten results from most of them!

-Michael

Interesting post MichaelD thanks.

How have you found HostRecord to be as far as signing up your host and adding your plans?

Luke, if you have been unsuccessful in finding a host on any of these 76 directories there is a problem. :)

Also, how do you know that hosting directories are only influenced by money? Yes they do accept advertising, but you have to understand that there is a substantial cost in running a hosting directory: salaries, advertising, web servers, bandwidth, etc. Do you offer advertising? How do we know that you are not influenced? See what I mean?

Your search function is not that original as many others provide the same quality of search options. Also, your search form looks very familiar :)

There are many other directories that offer reviews, written by users, on hosting providers and a "TOP HOST" list that is compiled by these reviews.

I would like to encourage you to take a look at the list below and then post how your site is different and unique.

Please do not get me wrong, I wish you the best of luck with your project and your site is looking good. If you have good principles, stick with it and you will probably succeed. It takes a lot of hard work and time to make a hosting directory successful. I just wanted to voice my opinion, as I see a "NEW & BETTER" hosting directory pop up everyday.

Well there are actually 76 different hosting directories. Here is my list and I am sure I missed a couple.

0 Cost Business Web Hosting http://www.0cost-business-web-hosting.com
AA Web Hosting Directory http://www.aawebhostingdirectory.com
AAA Host List http://www.aaahostlist.com
AAA HostFinder http://www.aaahostfinder.com
Aaron-Register.com http://www.aaron-register.com
AceHosts http://www.acehosts.com
Addahost http://www.addahost.com
Adovis.com http://www.adovis.com
All About Hosts http://www.allabouthosts.com
All Hosts Directory http://www.all-hosts.com
Big Hosts http://www.bighosts.com
Colocations.org http://www.colocations.org
Colosource.com http://www.colosource.com
ColoTraq http://www.colotraq.com
Compare Web Hosts http://www.comparewebhosts.com
Cyberwiser.com http://www.cyberwiser.com
Dedicated Hosting Servers http://www.dedicated-hosting-servers.com
Ecommerce Firms http://www.ecommercefirms.com
FindADedicatedServer.com http://www.findadedicatedserver.com
FindAdultHosts.com http://www.findadulthosts.com
Find-A-Host http://www.find-a-host.com
Findahost.com http://wwwfindahost.com
FindaPlan.com http://www.findaplan.com
FindMyHost.com http://www.findmyhost.com
FindSP.com http://www.findsp.com
Findwebservers.com http://www.findwebservers.com
Findwebspace.com http://www.findwebspace.com
Freewebspace.net http://www.freewebspace.net
Get Hosted.com http://www.gethosted.com
Host Investigator http://www.hostinvestigator.com
HostChart.com http://www.hostchart.com
HostCompare.com http://www.hostcompare.com
HostCrawler http://www.hostcrawler.com
Host-Dir.com http://www.host-dir.com
HostFacts.com http://www.hostfacts.com
HostFinder.com http://www.hostfinder.com
HostFinder.net http://www.hostfinder.net
HostFinders.com http://www.hostfinders.com
HostGlobal http://www.hostglobal.com
HostIndex.com http://www.hostindex.com
Hosting Repository http://www.hostingrepository.com
HostingHelper.com http://www.hostinghelper.com
HostingLocator http://www.hostinglocator.com
Hostrecord.com http://hostrecord.com
HostReview.com http://www.hostreview.com
HostSearch http://www.hostsearch.com
HostShowcase.com http://www.hostshowcase.com
Hostspot.com http://www.hostspot.com
HottestHosts.com http://www.hottesthosts.com
iHostcafe.com http://www.ihostcafe.com
ISPCheck http://www.ispcheck.com
RateADedicatedServer.com http://www.rateadedicatedserver.com
RateAHost.com http://www.rateahost.com
RateHost.com http://www.ratehost.com
SuperiorHosts.com http://www.superiorhosts.com
Supreme Web Hosts http://www.supremewebhosts.com
The ReCeller http://recellar.com
The Web Hosts List http://webhosts.thelist.com
TheBlade.org http://www.theblade.org
thedirectory http://www.thedirectory.org
Top Hosts http://www.tophosts.com
Web Host Directory http://www.webhostdir.com
Web Host Directory http://www.webhostdirectory.com
Web Host Industry Review http://thewhir.com
Web Host Magazine http://www.webhostmagazine.com
Web Host Yellow Pages http://www.webhostyellowpages.com
Web Hosting Resources http://www.web-hosting-resources.net
Web Hosts Online http://www.**************.com
Web Server Index http://www.webserverindex.com
Webhost AREA http://www.webhostarea.com
WebHosters.com http://www.webhosters.com
WebHostGuide.com http://www.webhostguide.com
WebHostingFirms.com http://www.webhostingfirms.com
WebHostList http://www.webhostlist.com
WebHostPad.com http://www/webhostpad.com
WebHostSeek.com http://www.webhostseek.com

Actually Mike it's more like 50....

Many of the site you have listed aren't working... or have a poor design to be considered as an actual directory....

I'm sure those 26 would appear in the next month or 2.. :)

I checked most of those before I posted. Every month I see a new one come out, last 2 months and then close up. I will have to check the list a second time.

And yes, ugly sites still count :)

I to do not want to give out a bad message. I am just stating my opinions. I do not want to go through that many websites, I do not have that much time.

If you can show me a similar host directory that provides all those features that HostRecord.com provides I will believe you.

You must understand that when you are in search of a host you only use the most popular hosting directories or those which you can find with ease. Those directories that you listed most of them I never even heard about that is why I stated that "some" directories.

You don't have to be a rocket scientist to know that directories are influenced by money. I heard discussions I talked to people, the word spreads. Especially by looking at some of these lists. For example ***** on number #1 on one of these lists, at the same time that they let out all those Credit Card numbers. ***** is probably a good search with lots of features but with so much competition I can not believe that it could be #1. I never stated that all of them are influenced by money, I said "some". "Some" meaning a minority.

You stated that we might be influenced by money, here is where trust comes in. You can not take everything as a 100% on the internet. You will just have to believe me when I say we won't.

You stated you have seen this search somewhere, if you could tell me where I would really appreciate it.

P.S. While writing this message I have visited a few of these links and found a small number that I would consider directories.

It would be nice for someone to go though those websites and actually list directories. Those with actual potential could benefit the hosts from going through all 76 of them. That way no one will waste time in the future and actually get proper feedback of visitors for their time.

Once more I would like to say, I have nothing against anyone.. just trying to express my opinion.

you don't have to be sorry for anything :)

this is a forum, we're all saying our opinions :)

Cheers

ok, if someone wants to I will host the site.

A list of directories and a cross check on who has who listed as number 1 and such. kinda like metacrawler. Any takers?

Chuck

P.S.: I would do it but I don't have time. Just brought out a new Flatrate in Germany and I'm swamped.

"You don't have to be a rocket scientist to know that directories are influenced by money."
"For example ***** on number #1 on one of these lists ..."

So you would say that you know for a fact that "some" are influenced by money? That is a pretty bold statement! I do see your point, but how do you know this as being a fact?

I have nothing positive, or negative, to say about ***** as I have never used them first hand (and that is the only true way to know how good/reliable a host is), but how do you know that because a directory rates them #1 that it was because they were influenced by money and not a lack of knowledge about the host? I am not saying your statement is right or wrong, but is it a fact?

"P.S. While writing this message I have visited a few of these links and found a small number that I would consider directories."

I agree with you, but most of these sites that you and I would not consider a valuable resource/directory have once promoted their site as "NEW & IMPROVED" and "REVOLUTIONIZING" how to find a good hosting provider. Would you consider yourself a valuable resource/directory? As of right now, I would not as it has no valuable information. Please do not mistake this as a slam, but an observation. The more your site grows and expands; it will become a valuable resource.

As for the other sites that offer the same options that you currently have; check these out (I am sure others have the same features, but these are the one of the top of my head.)

Search Form:
http://www.findwebspace.com/search/search.asp
http://www.hostsearch.com/s_power_u.asp
http://www.webhostdir.com/hostsearch/search.asp?SearchType=Advanced

Host Reviews (or Records as you call them, cool name BTW :))
http://www.hostsearch.com/reviews.asp
http://www.findwebspace.com/reviews/ and the top companies based upon their user reviews/records http://www.findwebspace.com/searchresults/topcompany.asp

Showcases:
Well just about every site has that so I will not waste time listing them all :)

I don't see anything else on your site to compare, but as you can see there are a variety of sites that offer the exact same thing as you. So again, how are you different? Nothing new, nothing special. Am I missing something?

Slydder,
Webhostmagazine.com already does that :) I think it is at http://www.webhostmagazine.com/ft/index.asp

Wow, I'm gone for a few hours and a chit chat breaks out. Now I have to state my opinion.

Most of these "directories" are sites made up of advertising. What's even more sad is some of them receive a bit of traffic. If a host directory is made up of only host advertising, then I can clearly say that anyone can make one. But to tell you the truth it's a lot of work. Yes HostRecord.com has taken 5 months to put together. It wasn't a full time job, but a project. It has taken a lot of research to put together so many features. Not talking about the programming and design which I can say left me an some of my crew with so many sleepless nights.

MikePalmer: First off, shouldn't you asking yourself this question - "Quality? I am not sure how you have more quality than the other 63 hosting directories. May I ask why you started the site when there are 63 other ones out there? I am just curious." It looks like you run a hosting resource and more (catchy :))

Second, I do consider myself a very valuable resource and directory. I would like to ask you the same question, do you? HostRecord.com has all the tools in one website, that's why it is unique. As luke stated before. You have shown me how similar others are, but show me one that has the amount of features we have all in one package. That's why it has taken 5 months to put together. I would also like to add that we will not stop here, there are many new ideas being developed and will be implemented in the future. That's a pretty bold statement, when you say that the site has very little information. We opened yesterday! And haven't even gotten to 80% of promotion we have up our sleves. So how do you expect all this information to come from? Again I don't think I will spend anymore time defending why we have started this resource. Maybe you would be better off asking someone that has a directory full of ads and no tools, and will not be able to defend themselves. But again I don't think that would be allowed on this board. So I guess this is an acception. There is another point for you why we are so unique. :)

Oh another thing why do you call your resource "The complete webhosting recource" ? :)

Anyway good luck to all off you, and thank you to all that have visited.

Say.... is there a feature in your directory that isn't available on any other directory?

If there is you're hiding it very well I must say hehe, maybe he doesn't want me to copy it :) - wise thought :)

Just joking mate... but seriously.. do you have such a feature?

Not sure, I don't think I said that. I said that no directory has all the features we provide. I'm not sure because I don't visit so many other directories other then mine. :)

Seem to of found a error Host Record. When doing a search it comes up fine but when you hit next or try to click a # it gives this.

Warning: Supplied argument is not a valid MySQL result resource in /usr/local/plesk/apache/vhosts/hostrecord.com/httpdocs/quicksearchd.php3 on line 278

Thank You Brad

Fixed

"Wow, I'm gone for a few hours and a chit chat breaks out"

Dom, that is the wonderful thing about the Internet. If you sit still long enough, you will see yourself pass you by :)

Let me answer your questions:

1. "Quality? I am not sure how you have more quality than the other 63 hosting directories."

I don't think I need to answer that, but if you want I will be more than happy to. I am not here to promote our sites, but to find out more about you.

2. "May I ask why you started the site when there are 63 other ones out there? I am just curious"

I started the site back in '99 because I thought the "idea" of a hosting directory made a great business plan. I am not going to lie and say, "I had a hard time looking for a host, that's why I started the site." It was actually pretty easy to find a host. I have had great luck, or maybe I am just lucky J The site was created because I enjoy the Internet, love computer hardware/software, love to program and enjoy working for myself.

3. "Second, I do consider myself a very valuable resource and directory. I would like to ask you the same question, do you?"

Of course I consider our sites a valuable resource. Why would I invest my time and money into growing it? If a visitor comes to our site looking for a web host, I am very confident that we could provide them with a very valuable resource on select a host.

I consider a site to be valuable if it can help visitor find answers to their needs/questions on a particular topic. If I were a visitor coming to your site needing a host, am I better off at your site than the other 70+? Why?

HostRecord is not unique and does not have "all the tools in one website". Let's get specific. Again, what features do you have that, say, we do not have on our site? Now be specific.

4. "Again I don't think I will spend anymore time defending why we have started this resource. Maybe you would be better off asking someone that has a directory full of ads and no tools, and will not be able to defend themselves."

Well, I ask questions because I am curious and none of the others posted here, you did. I would do the same to any new hosting directory that would post a topic, or anything that I am curious about for that matter.

My whole point is simple; I am trying to find out how you are unique. Can you give me very detailed specifics? I just don't see it. Why is it a bold statement to say that you are not a valuable resource? Tell me how you are, or maybe someone else can.

One last thing, you say in your "press release"

"Internet developers who have had a bad experience, or those who wish submit great feedback on a specific web hosting company, can express their opinions at ..."

What about postive things. Should we not post postive feedback about a host. Not all hosts are evil :)

Look forward to hearing from you and best of luck,

Well I see you seem to be spending a lot of time writing responses and are trying to insult my actions, website and ideas. So I will not bother because this will not stop. So I hope you can find your answers by visiting the site. I don't think I have to point out what's the exact diffrence between your site and mine, I don't have the time for that. So if you need to find an answer look specifiecly at every feature in searches.

Again, I would like to remind that this is an advertising forum. And as Chicken stated in post http://www.webhostingtalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=7684 (read it) it should stay this way.

So here is where I stop. As I really appreciate you moving up my post to first all the time, I would like others to have that spot.

So good luck to you.

PS. Make sure you read the entire press release before you make such statements

Now your calling me a liar :)

I am surprised you did not find anything unique, you told me to state what's so unique about HostRecord from your website. As a small example what if I wanted to find a host that provides PHP3 or PHP4. I am unable to do that at your website. There is to much to list you wanted specific well that's a specific example.

I'm going to stop the discussion here before it turns into something negative :)

I wish you best with your business.

Thanks for your feedback.

Hey Dom,

This is not battle and is in no way an insult. I just asked you a couple simple questions out of curiosity that you will not answer and cannot answer. I have visited your site and do not see a difference and this is why I ask.

I am also just making a point! About every week a new hosting directory pops up and claims to be the best darn directory out there, when in reality it is a poor attempt to "get rich quick".

Sorry to everyone and Chicken as I did not see that post by Chicken.

Again, I wish you the best of luck!

BTW, please feel free to e-mail me, or post it in a different area, about how your site is different. I would love to hear it.

Luke, do you know how to use a search form? You can search for PHP.

I never claimed that it is the best darn directory. But you like making those type of statements don't you. And why is it you pick on my post and not at the 20 others I have seen in this forum.

"I never claimed that it is the best darn directory. But you like making those type of statements don't you. And why is it you pick on my post and not at the 20 others I have seen in this forum."

I do like making those statements :)

I am not picking on your post, just asking questions. I am new on this board and like I said in an earlier post, I would do the same for the other 20 if they posted it here.

Anyway, still don't see an answer to my question but all I see is the Texas Two Step. Going to bed as I am sure I will never get an answer.

Take care!

Dom,

I feel like I started this going in a negative direction with my suggestion about the U word (which was to all hosting directories, etc.). I'm sorry if I somehow sparked this!

To all others,

Let me say that there is room out there for all the hosting directories. In the end the best ones will survive and the others will fall away never to be heard from again.

I do not think you picking apart Dom's site is very professional, unless you provide genuine constructive suggestions. I am 100% sure you would not want the hosts here to go and split hairs about things pertaining to your directories.

And if you do want them to, I am sure they will be more than willing to comply!

Good luck HostRecords.com

-Michael

Shouldn't the quick search function on the main page sort by decending instead of ascending? That way the searcher sees the most he can get for his money. Just a thought.

Chuck

Hey Michael,

I don't think you sparked anything. Your commments are very true.

Please do not take my posts as picking Dom's site apart. I just had a few questions which remain unanswered. My questions are genuine.

I do feel there is plenty of room for other hosting directories. Competition is great as it strives everyone to produce a better product.

Take care,

Thanks Michael for your kind comments.

Slydder, I think you are provided with a feature to which to sort searches by.

MikePalmer, I feel you are really concerned with competition that is why you are asking all these questions. You should be asking yourself many questions before you come to others trying to start debates.

Thanks to those with something nice to say.

Luke,

I can sit here all day and respond to you, but I am asking myself why. I know you will not answer my questions as you keep trying to turn it back on me.

If you feel that I am really concerned about competition, more power to ya.

Have a great one!

I know it's a sort option. What I meant was that shouldn't it sort (by default) in the other direction. Right now it shows the packages with the least features first. Just a thought. You did make this site with newbies and speed in mind.

Chuck

Slydder, I will actually change that to price ascending. I think that will be a quicker option as a default one. Thanks for the input.

Originally posted by MikePalmer

Well there are actually 76 different hosting directories. Here is my list and I am sure I missed a couple.


Our last count is around 55 "active" competitors. But you can discount the bottom 40 sites as their traffic levels don't amount to much.

If your updating plans on all these directories your wasting a lot of time and effort. Your time would be better spent on keeping your plans up to date on just the top few leading directories.

Q. Why keep your plans up to date, on directory sites?
A. Because many of the hosting directory search engines prioritise the most up to date information. i.e. if your plans are up to date you've got more change of getting business sent your way

[Edited by JamesCross on 04-10-2001 at 04:55 AM]