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Are there relatively inexpensive ways an online retailer can defend against denial of service attacks?

Are there relatively inexpensive ways an online retailer can defend against denial of service attacks?

I have been an online retailer since 2003. Lately, there have been several DDOS (distributed denial of service) attacks on my site (not sure if it's the IP or the domain name), but this always ends with the host telling me they're shutting my site down and I'll have to move to a new host... Reading about DDOS attacks online, there seems to be a growing trend, especially from China. I'm also reading about 'prevention' methods and there only appears to be one—to install some 'expensive' firewall type program that costs $200-$300/month... This is absurd since my hosting bill is less than $20/month! (Kind of like the bad guys beating you up and then wanting you to pay them to stop...) Anyway, my question is this—my registered business name, my bank account name, etc. are all the same as my domain name. When the site goes down, it means I don't have email service which is also connected to my other sites with different domain names. So do I just keep the domain name and email service and not the site with the domain name, or go through the headache of changing my business name, bank account, etc. —OR should I get a second name and have the original name point to the new domain name? I'd appreciate any feedback because I can't seem to find any info on this other than 'change my domain name'—but it's more than just a name, it's the name of the business. What would you do? Read More

Answered 04/04/2012Tim ToewsPost a comment

I have been an online retailer since 2003. Lately, there have been several DDOS (distributed denial of service) attacks on my site (not sure if it's the IP or the domain name), but this always ends with the host telling me they're shutting my site down and I'll have to move to a new host...…

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How do I keep competitors from copying my ideas?

We are a online business. We can make a lot of projects, but unfortunately local competitors copy our moves the day after. How can we face them? Read More

Answered 02/24/2012Lauren FreedmanPost a comment

We are a online business. We can make a lot of projects, but unfortunately local competitors copy our moves the day after. How can we face them?

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How can e-retailers compete when their suppliers sell online?

We are a small business online. What do you think the future holds? The manufacturers and some wholesalers are now selling to the public. How can we compete? Pure Fishing, one of the largest is planning this. What do you think? Read More

Answered 01/05/2012Kerry MartinPost a comment

We are a small business online. What do you think the future holds? The manufacturers and some wholesalers are now selling to the public. How can we compete? Pure Fishing, one of the largest is planning this. What do you think?

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What's a good job description for a data entry/content management position at a startup e-retailer?

I'm looking to fill a data entry/content management position for a start up B2C online retail lighting company. The person needs to very strong at manipulating product data/inventory and maintaining it in a NetSuite CMS. I'm not sure what to call the position or how to craft a job description that hits all of the points. Read More

Answered 09/20/2011Cynthia KounarisPost a comment

I'm looking to fill a data entry/content management position for a start up B2C online retail lighting company. The person needs to very strong at manipulating product data/inventory and maintaining it in a NetSuite CMS. I'm not sure what to call the position or how to craft a job description that…

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How can I get started with drop shipping directly from manufacturers?

I am trying to break into the internet retailing and I'm not sure how to contract with manufacturers, get wholesale pricing? I would like to have the orders go through my site but have the shipment come from them? How can that be done, any resources would be appreciated. Read More

Answered 08/26/2011Randy San MiguelPost a comment

I am trying to break into the internet retailing and I'm not sure how to contract with manufacturers, get wholesale pricing? I would like to have the orders go through my site but have the shipment come from them? How can that be done, any resources would be appreciated.

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What was revolutionary at IRCE 2011?

What was revolutionary at IRCE 2011? Read More

Answered 08/26/2011Don DavisPost a comment

What was revolutionary at IRCE 2011?

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How does a retailer get considered for the Internet Retailer Top 500?

Regarding Internet Retailer Top 500 Retail Web Sites. We believe our site could very well be in the Top 500 list. How do we submit our site for review? Read More

Answered 06/08/2011Mark BrohanPost a comment

Regarding Internet Retailer Top 500 Retail Web Sites. We believe our site could very well be in the Top 500 list. How do we submit our site for review?

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How can I sell products on eBay in the USA from India?

How can I sell products on eBay in the USA from India? Read More

Answered 05/23/2011Jennifer ArtabanePost a comment

How can I sell products on eBay in the USA from India?

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How should e-retailers measure sales?

Are there formulas to use in calculating average sales for an e-commerce site. Physical store retailers have average sales per square foot. What about e-retailers, what can they use? Read More

Answered 04/27/2011Josh ShanasPost a comment

Are there formulas to use in calculating average sales for an e-commerce site. Physical store retailers have average sales per square foot. What about e-retailers, what can they use?

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I need help getting traffic and sales on my new web site.

I need help getting traffic and sales on my new web site. Read More

Answered 03/28/2011Herndon HastyPost a comment

I need help getting traffic and sales on my new web site.

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