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Where should i start my first blog?

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09-24-2008, 12:55 AM
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I am new to blogging and would like some suggestions on which blogging platform to start on, blogger or wordpress?

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09-24-2008, 06:29 PM
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I like blogger, but the best thing to do is get your own domain and host blogger's software on a personal site. Or so I've heard. I've done this with modest success a few times.

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Start on your own domain, using Wordpress.

That way you have complete control over your blog, and you also come across as more credible & professional.

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I would recommend wordpress (not from wordpress.com, instead install it on a web host). You get complete control over it. And more control means you can add themes, plugins and a loot more.

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Like others, I think that a Wordpress blog with your own domain is great. If you are still new to blogging and don't necessarily want to use your own domain, I recommend Blogger. I've used both Blogger and Wordpress, and I just prefer it's overall feel.

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Wordpress, self-host. You'll get the most themes, plug-ins etc.

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My first blog was hosted on blogger, mostly because I didn't have a paypal account yet and couldn't get hosting. In the long run, it is better to opt for wordpress as you can make a backup of your files. I don't think it's possible to do that in blogger, am I right?

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Blogger if you want FREE and Self-Hosted Wordpress, if you can afford it.

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I've been playing around with Wordpress myself. Pretty user friendly.

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Blogger is the best place to start if you are new to blogging. Wordpress is more towards advanced users.

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