In this two part tutorial, I will show you the essentials of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). It all begins with your domain name. Knowing these tips will save you a lot of time in the long run. Before you even build a website, it is a good idea to know SEO. What it is, and how to properly use it. Be sure to stay away from Black Hat SEO or you will be kicked off of search engines forever!

Please check out the following links for direct links to helpful sites.

RESOURCES:
SEO Ranking Factors
http://www.seomoz.org/article/search-ranking-factors

SEMPO
http://www.sempo.org/home

Bruce Clay SEO
http://www.bruceclay.com

SITE SUBMISSION:

YAHOO
http://siteexplorer.search.yahoo.com/submit

Google
http://www.google.com/addurl/?continue=/addurl