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	<description>Velvet Blues offers a wide variety of website-related services such as: complete websites, eCommerce, design, XHTML/CSS slicing, search engine optimization, and content management with custom or open source software such as WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal. Take a look at our portfolio and see for yourself.</description>
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		<title>How To Get Inbound Links: Content Is King</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:45:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the last part of our series, Why Are Links Important?, we discussed reasons why webmasters should be seeking to increase the number of inbound links pointing to their website.

In this article, we'll discuss one of the most overlooked methods for link building: Content.]]></description>
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		<title>How To Get Inbound Links: Why Are Links Important?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[All too often, search engine optimization experts will encourage webmasters to get inbound links. But they do not always explain the methods that one should use to go about making this happen, as well as the reasons why links are so important.

In this article series, we discuss the importance of links and explore many methods for obtaining them.]]></description>
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		<title>32 Ways To Speed Up Your Website</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 10:00:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<category><![CDATA[cache]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[CSS]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[favicon]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[frames]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[gzip]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[image optimization]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[JavaScript]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[load time]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=176</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Slow-loading websites are one of the main reasons that visitors may leave a site. In this article, we list 32 ways you can speed up your website.]]></description>
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		<title>Image Formats: JPG, GIF, and PNG</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/image-formats-jpg-gif-and-png/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/image-formats-jpg-gif-and-png/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[There are a wide variety of image formats in use on the web. In this article, we discuss the three most common image formats, and how they should be used.]]></description>
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		<title>WordPress 2.6.1 - Yet Another Quick Release</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/wordpress-261-yet-another-quick-release/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:09:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[maintenance]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=172</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Today, exactly one month after the release of the last version, WordPress 2.6.1 has been released. With so many new version releases in such quick succession, you might be wondering what is going on at WordPress.

Are there any new features in this version, and is an upgrade even necessary?]]></description>
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		<title>Web Safe Colors: Are They Still Important?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[browsers]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[color codes]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[color scheme]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=171</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A few years ago, web designers would encounter one major problem: the colors that they used in their websites would not look the same across all browsers or platforms. This was due to the limitations of computer screens which, for most users, would only display 256 colors. But today, the average monitor is capable of displaying at least 2X as many colors.

In this article, we discuss what web safe colors are, and if websites should use them as their only color palette.]]></description>
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		<title>PHP vs. ASP - Which Is Best For Your Application?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/php-vs-asp-which-is-best-for-your-application/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/php-vs-asp-which-is-best-for-your-application/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Website Performance]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Linux]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[open source]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[platform]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Windows]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=170</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[PHP and ASP are the two most popular means for building web applications. Many people believe that these two programming languages could be used interchangeably. And while they are each capable of building applications with the same functionality, there are some noteworthy differences between the two.]]></description>
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		<title>6 Reasons To Host Your Own Blog</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/6-reasons-to-host-your-own-blog/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/6-reasons-to-host-your-own-blog/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Domain Names]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[affiliate advertising]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[wordpress]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=169</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are interested in starting a new blog, there are many services which will enable you to create it, design it, and maintain it, all without spending a dime. Some of the most popular blog solutions include WordPress, Blogger, and OnlineJournal.

However, while it may seem like a good idea to sign up for one of these free services, there are many reasons why they are only ideal for the casual blogger.]]></description>
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		<title>What Is The Difference Between Static and Dynamic Websites?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/what-is-the-difference-between-static-and-dynamic-websites/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/what-is-the-difference-between-static-and-dynamic-websites/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<category><![CDATA[content management system]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=167</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Whether you've come across these terms online or have heard it thrown around by your web designer, it is important to know the difference so that you can determine the best solution for your website.]]></description>
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		<title>Accept Payments Online With PayPal</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/accept-payments-online-with-paypal/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/accept-payments-online-with-paypal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Internet Marketing]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Authorize.net]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Google AdWords]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[payment processors]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Paypal]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=166</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[PayPal is a payment processor that makes it easy for websites to collect payments online. Three advantages to using PayPal are that it has widespread name recognition, is trusted by most online buyers, and has become very popular due to its partnership with eBay.

In this article, we discuss the benefits to using PayPal and what other options exist.]]></description>
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		<title>Why You Shouldn&#8217;t Use Frames In Your Website</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/why-you-should-not-use-frames-in-your-website/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/why-you-should-not-use-frames-in-your-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 10:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Search Engine Optimization]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=164</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[While there was a time when using frames was practical, both HTML and the Internet have come a long way. Today, there are no longer many — if any — reasons why websites should use frames.

In this article, we address some uses for frames and why you should opt for alternatives.]]></description>
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		<title>How Much Is Your Website Worth?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-much-is-your-website-worth/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-much-is-your-website-worth/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2008 10:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Domain Names]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=163</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are interested in selling your website or domain name, it is a good idea to be able to determine how much it is actually worth before setting a price.

In this article, we discuss some things that you should consider when valuing your website.]]></description>
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		<title>15 Ways To Market Your Website</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/15-ways-to-market-your-website/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/15-ways-to-market-your-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Internet Marketing]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=162</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Believe it or not, there are many creative methods that you can employ to market your website and generate traffic. We've included a list.]]></description>
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		<title>How To Improve The Visitor Experience</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-to-improve-the-visitor-experience/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-to-improve-the-visitor-experience/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:00:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<category><![CDATA[visitor loyalty]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=158</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Recently, I received an email from the folks over at IDEA.org, a nonprofit organization which focuses on improving the web's potential to deliver information. They had just finished compiling the results of a research study entitled: Finding Information: Factors that improve online experiences.

The report addresses the gap that exists between what web visitors are looking for and what websites actually offer, and breaks the findings into several key areas. Two areas that are especially relevant to us are: (1) design and navigation, and (2) depth and variety of website content...]]></description>
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		<title>Free SEO: Ways To Improve Your Search Engine Ranking</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/free-seo-ways-to-improve-your-search-engine-ranking/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/free-seo-ways-to-improve-your-search-engine-ranking/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:01:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Search Engine Optimization]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[keywords]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[meta tags]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[SERPs]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=159</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to internet marketing, most websites rely on search engines to deliver the bulk of their traffic. And while it might be a great idea to hire a search engine optimization expert to improve search engine rankings, budgetary constraints may prevent it.

Fortunately, there are many things that you can do to improve your rankings, all without the aid of a professional.]]></description>
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		<title>10 Underrated WordPress Plugins</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/10-underrated-wordpress-plugins/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/10-underrated-wordpress-plugins/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:00:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[CMS Plugins]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[widgets]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[wordpress]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=157</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[For those of you who do not know, WordPress is a powerful blog platform which doubles as a multi-purpose CMS. To get the most out of this software, users can opt to install various plugins which extend the innate functionality. Unfortunately, most users do not use plugins, or are unable to find the plugins that they need.

In this article, we list 10 WordPress plugins that you should consider using.]]></description>
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		<title>3 Things Every Web Entrepreneur Needs</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/3-things-every-web-entrepreneur-needs/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/3-things-every-web-entrepreneur-needs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2008 10:00:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=155</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[We generally spend time talking about software or tips for building and maintaining a website. However, if you plan to be a successful web entrepreneur, it is also important to focus on some basic necessities that you'll need to keep your business up and running.

In this article, we list 3 different things that every web entrepreneur should have, as well as some additional suggestions.]]></description>
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		<title>Is Your Website Doing Its Job?</title>
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		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/is-your-website-doing-its-job/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2008 10:00:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[In this sputtering economy, it has become more important than ever to find effective ways to generate leads for your business. A website can do just. And given the relatively low costs to build and maintain a website, there is no reason why your business should not have one.

However, beware of creating just any web presence. To actually benefit your business, your website needs to be well made. Otherwise, it could do more harm than good.]]></description>
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		<title>What Is Open Source?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/what-is-open-source/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/what-is-open-source/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2008 10:00:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=154</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You've probably heard this term thrown around on the web, intermingled with mentions of Joomla, Mambo, or Drupal. And if you host your own blog, you might be very familiar with WordPress, TypePad, or b2Evolution.

What do these software packages have in common? They are all open source.

Read this article to learn more about open source and why developers would release free applications.]]></description>
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		<title>Check Your Google Pagerank!</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/check-your-google-pagerank/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/check-your-google-pagerank/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:34:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Google]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[pagerank]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=152</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you haven't noticed it by now, there has been another Google update! For a lot of websites, this is exciting news, as their toolbar pagerank has improved. However, there are many websites that have experienced either no change or a decrease in pagerank.

In this article, learn all about what Pagerank is, ways to improve it, and how it can affect your website.]]></description>
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		<title>Does Your Website Need A CMS?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/does-your-website-need-a-cms/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/does-your-website-need-a-cms/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Web Development Blog]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=151</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A CMS, also known as a Content Management System, is a program or application which enables maintenance of a website without the need of any advanced knowledge. For large websites, this is a must. But for small and medium-sized websites, it may not always seem necessary.

In this article, we list and describe various types of content management systems, and what they can do for your website.]]></description>
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		<title>How To Use Domain Names To Protect Your Brand</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-to-use-domain-names-to-protect-your-brand/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/how-to-use-domain-names-to-protect-your-brand/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:47:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Domain Names]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[keywords]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[TLD]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=150</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Recently, after evaluating several websites, we noticed two common problems with their domain names.

In this article, we discuss what you should consider when selecting your domain name, and how to prevent competitors or opportunists from stealing your traffic, or worse.]]></description>
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		<title>Can Too Much Traffic Be Bad For Your Website?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/can-too-much-traffic-be-bad-for-your-website/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/can-too-much-traffic-be-bad-for-your-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:54:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Internet Marketing]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Web Hosting]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Website Performance]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[bandwidth]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[cache]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[databases]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[traffic generation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=149</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Most website owners spend considerable time and money trying to generate traffic. After all, for the majority of websites, increased visitors translates directly into increased profits.

However, one thing that you might never consider is if you could have too much traffic.]]></description>
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		<title>Cuil is Corny</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/cuil-is-corny/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/cuil-is-corny/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:32:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=148</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Earlier this morning, the self-purported "Biggest Search Engine on the Web" was launched by ex-Google employees. Boasting a large index and implying superiority to Google, expectations were high. Unfortunately, Cuil was unable to deliver on its promises and left a lot of disappointed users.

So, does Cuil have a future?]]></description>
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		<title>Cuil.com: A New Search Engine Aims To Beat Google</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/cuilcom-a-new-search-engine-aims-to-beat-google/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/cuilcom-a-new-search-engine-aims-to-beat-google/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:49:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
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		<category><![CDATA[Cuil]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Google]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[links]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[organic search]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=147</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Cuil, a brand new search engine was launched today, by founders Tom Costello, Anna Patterson, and Russell Power. With their insider view on Google and and its page ranking algorithms, this trio believes that their search engine is better at providing relevant search results.

Should Google be worried?]]></description>
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		<title>Will A Recession Hurt Your Website?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/will-a-recession-hurt-your-website/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/will-a-recession-hurt-your-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:00:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Internet Marketing]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[affiliate advertising]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[pay per click]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[traffic generation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=146</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[While news reporters and commentators are still hesitant to call this a recession, we have all started to feel the pinch. From gas to food, prices have skyrocketed. So, like most people, you might be looking for ways to save money.

For website owners, it is not surprising then, if you wonder if a recession might hurt your site.]]></description>
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		<title>Differences Between Windows and Linux Web Hosting</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/differences-between-windows-and-linux-web-hosting/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/differences-between-windows-and-linux-web-hosting/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Web Development Blog]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[cheap web development]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Linux]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[open source]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[Windows]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=144</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Web hosting generally comes in two flavors: Windows and Linux. And if you are new to the game, it is not evident which one should be chosen.

In this article, we highlight some key differences between the two types of hosting, and how your choice might affect the kinds of applications that you can build as well as your development costs.]]></description>
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		<title>Does Your Website Look Like An Amateur Built It?</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/does-your-website-look-like-an-amateur-built-it/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/does-your-website-look-like-an-amateur-built-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 10:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Professional Web Development]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Website Improvement Tips]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[color scheme]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=143</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[For most of your visitors, your website will be their first point of contact with you or your business. As a result, it is important that your website makes a good first impression. And you can do this by having a well designed professional looking website.

In this article, we highlight a few amateur website features that you should avoid.]]></description>
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		<title>4 Things To Consider When Planning Your Website</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/4-things-to-consider-when-planning-your-website/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/4-things-to-consider-when-planning-your-website/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Miscellaneous]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[cross-browser compatibility]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=142</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Before you embark on developing your website, it is a good idea to take some time to create a comprehensive plan. You should consider the purpose of the website, your target audience, as well as the content which should be included.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Reasons You Need A Blog</title>
		<link>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/5-reasons-you-need-a-blog/</link>
		<comments>http://www.velvetblues.com/web-development-blog/5-reasons-you-need-a-blog/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:00:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Velvet Blues</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Search Engine Optimization]]></category>

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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.velvetblues.com/?p=141</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When blogs first showed up on the internet, they were generally used for simple journal-style websites. In fact, the term blog comes from web log. But now, within only a few years of their inception, it seems like just about every website has a blog.

So, why are more and more websites incorporating blogs?]]></description>
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