Web site resources map

The ThinkHost web site contains a myriad of information and resources relating to our hosting services and general web site hosting tutorials and guides.  Our site map has been developed to assist you in locating the information you require. Please select your section of interest:
 
Infrastructure About ThinkHost's network, hardware, support and features that make us "simply the smart choice".
Your options Our hosting packages, upgrades and ecommerce offerings, ordering and payment issues.
Client services Knowledge base and information regarding account configuration.
Partner programs ThinkHost offers a number of revenue generating opportunities for clients and partner companies.
Company Who we are, how to contact us, privacy issues and terms of service.
Tutorials Summaries of our configuration, marketing and development tutorials.
New to Hosting Very basic information about web hosting and points to consider when selecting a host.
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About ThinkHost A brief history of our company. ThinkHost - since 1999.
Customer reviews Read what our clients have to say about our standard of service and support.
Careers@ Want to work for a winning, progressive company?
Privacy policy Our commitment to your privacy.
Service policy Our terms of service delivery
Contact info Need to contact us? You can submit a support ticket or general enquiry here.
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Why ThinkHost Some of the many strengths of our hosting services.
Why ThinkHost 2 A complete list of the features of ThinkHost that make us simply the smart choice for all your hosting needs.
Network Learn about the super reliable network that powers our hosting services.
Hardware Server hardware specifications and configuration.
Software ThinkHost utilizes custom and Open Source software wherever possible. 
Support Our staff perform dual roles - Customer service and technical support - and they excel at both.
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Hosting summaries An at-a-glance view of all our shared web hosting packages and plans.
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Introducing Enterprise - our high end, high bandwidth hosting services, with generous multiple domain support.
Hosting plan comparison  Compare the specifications of our various plans in this easy to read comparison chart.
Dedicated web hosting Benefit from our years of experience to help you select the right dedicated hosting package for your needs.
QuickSite Our simple to use turnkey solution is the perfect way for you to take your bricks and mortar or new business and put it online.
Web Start Our entry level hosting package, suitable for personal web pages or online businesses in start up phase who don't require MySQL support. PHP, PERL, Microsoft FrontPage extensions included.
Smart Essentials An excellent choice for small business and higher end personal site owners who need a wider range of technology support, plus the option for hosting multiple domains. PHP, MySQL, PERL, Microsoft FrontPage extensions and multi domain support included.
Business Classics Have a busy online destination? The Business classics hosting package may be the right choice for you. PHP, MySQL, PERL, Microsoft FrontPage extensions included. Host multiple domains for only $1 each per month!
Developer Extreme More of everything for the serious web developer or web sites that require more bandwidth. PHP, MySQL, PERL, Microsoft FrontPage extensions and multiple domain support included.
Enterprise V0 With double the bandwidth and over triple the server space of our high end standard package, the Enterprise V0 is an excellent choice for web site owners, developers and designers who wish to host large quantities of files. Support for 25 domains included.
Enterprise V1 The Enterprise V1 semi-dedicated managed web hosting solution offers you the advantages of dedicated hosting, but without the administrative headaches. Support for 100 domains included.
Enterprise V2 The Enterprise V2 semi-dedicated hosting solution responds to the needs of our clients who demand plenty of resources, multi-domain support and maximum reliability - without the problems of running their own dedicated server. Support for 200 domains included.
Enterprise V3 The Enterprise V3 is especially suited to clients who demand generous specifications, premium performance, security and reliability at a sensible price. Support for 400 domains included.
Upgrades Upgrading your package is a breeze with ThinkHost. Learn more about the various add ons you can plug in to your hosting package.
Payment options ThinkHost offers several ways for you to pay your account.
Order form Ready to purchase? We can have you up and running in as little as 10 minutes.
Special offers Our current hosting specials, plus information regarding community group discounts.
Free e-commerce Use the power of PayPal with your ThinkHost account - it's easier than you think!
Premium e-commerce Information relating to our premium shopping cart and payment service provider partners.
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WebMail Check your mail from any computer via our secure web email interface.
FAQ's Answers to the most commonly asked questions about ThinkHost's web hosting services.
Support system Having problems? Contact our professional, friendly staff via our efficient ticketing system.
MySQL database Information regarding administering your MySQL database.
Free plugin tools Free resources and discounts for ThinkHost from our partners.
Knowledge base Extensive collection of tutorials.
ThinkHost news Stay up to date with all the latest hosting news, special offers and tips from ThinkHost.
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Partner home A summary of our various partner programs.
Why Partner With so many companies offering partnerships, why should you choose ThinkHost?
Client incentive Our clients can earn free hosting via our client incentive program.
Hosting reseller Start your own web hosting service with our special reseller packages.
Affiliate partner ThinkHost offers some of the highest payouts to affiliates in the industry!
Strategic partners We are always interested in partnering with quality companies - Learn more here.
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Pre-sales Frequently asked questions about our services and procedures.
General settings All the configuration info you need for your ThinkHost account.
Domain Names Subjects pertaining to domain name registration and transferral.
Publishing Detailed step-by-step instructions for getting your web site to our servers with FTP or Microsoft FrontPage.
E-mail configuration Easy-to-follow directions for getting up and running with e-mail.
Account management myThinkHost SmartControl allows our users to manage their site and account through a very intuitive, but highly powerful web interface. 
Server-side scripting and databases Detailed documentation for system cgi scripts such as formmail, soupermail; detailed instructions for setting up and troubleshooting your own custom CGI scripts and PHP scripts; support guides on mySQL databases and interfacing with server-side scripting.
E-commerce issues Ready to add a shopping cart and real-time credit card processing to your site? Not sure what you need? This is the section to read about credit card security methods, Thinkhost e-commerce offerings and guides.
Unix basic commands Need help using our SSH / Telnet interface? Looking for a guide on unix commands?
Chmod tutorial This tutorial gives a basic understanding of what chmod is, how file access details (permissions) are displayed and how to use chmod from an FTP application or command line.
Email etiquette &  usage Email is a crucial aspect of an effective online business. Pick up some security and general usage tips in our free guide.
Web site promotion and marketing Some tips and strategies to get you started in one of the most important aspects of running an online business - promoting it.
Creating custom error pages Having custom error pages isn't just a vanity thing, it's a visitor retention strategy. ThinkHost makes it easy for you to create error pages in this tutorial.
Spam issues and strategies Spam is an ever increasing problem on the Internet. Learn more about the issues, how to avoid being bombarded by spammers and importantly, how to avoid spamming others.
JavaScript snippets A series of popular JavaScripts to help you enhance your web site.
JavaScript code library Our page of code snippets was so popular, we extended our JavaScript library!
Link popularity tool If you'd like to find out how many sites are linking to you, try our free online tool and also pick up some tips on reciprocal linking.
SSI tutorial Update your web site using Server Side Includes and save time! A simple tutorial for using SSI - instructions for standard SSI, PHP and FrontPage includes.
Traffic Statistics A basic guide to interpreting the traffic statistics reporting application provided to ThinkHost web hosting clients.
Stopping web spiders & strippers A tutorial for using the robots.txt file  and meta tags to restrict or ban access to your web site.
PHP/MySQL and phpMyAdmin A beginners guide for using these technologies to create database applications for your web site. Includes a step by step exercise for creating databases and forms.
Basic guide to meta tags & title tags Meta-tags and title tags are still an important part of web marketing and search engine optimization strategy. Learn more about their usage in this tutorial
Privacy statement development A privacy statement is an important part of your web site - but you don't have to hire a legal team in order to develop one!
Email security - viruses Learn more about securing your systems against the nasties of the 'net.
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Introduction to web hosting The absolute basics - what is a web site and why should I have one?
Bringing yourself online What is a web host and how do I decide what hosting I need?
Establishing your web presence Setting yourself up to take on the web!
Questions to ask a web host Find the right web host can be full of traps for the newcomer. Learn about the questions you should ask a web hosting company before opening an account.
Web hosting traps Learn more about the tricks that some web hosting services will use in order to secure your business.
Guide to selecting domain names Think you've found the perfect domain name? Trying to decide on a domain name? Ready our handy guide.
Basic guide to ecommerce A brief step-by-step overview of an e-commerce transaction.