Captain Jack Communications, LLC

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if no one can find it?

Let Captain Jack Communications, LLC build a website that works for you!

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I would like a different/new domain name. Where do I find one?

You can search for your own domain name by using the tool on the page below. When you have chosen the domain name you would like, simply call in and we will purchase it for you.

http://whois.sc

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How can I speed up my domain name transfer?

Have your username and password for where your domain is registered. (ie. network solutions.com) If you don't know where your domain is registered then your current host may own it, or may have registered it for you. Get their contact information and let them know you are transferring your domain name to a Captain Jack Communications, LLC. If they cooperate the transfer should be fairly simple. However, in some cases they do not cooperate. In this case you will need to call the domain registrar (ie. network solutions) and request that your domain either be transferred to the host servers below or get the log and password to edit your domain.

Name Server 1: dns3.captainjack.com
Name Server 2: dns4.captainjack.com

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I need to update my web site, who do I contact?

We receive dozens of requests each week for anything from address and name changes to major site rebuilds to give the web site a new look and feel. If you are thinking about changes to your web site, contact us:

1. If you've already been working closely with a programmer on a daily basis, you may of course, call and work directly with them.
2. If it's been awhile or you have new ideas for change, send an email to updates@captainjack.com
3. Of course you're welcome to contact a Sales Associate --we're just a phone call away - 515-964-8500 or 515-246-0000.

Email updates@captainjack.com to get directly into our processing systems for the most expedient handling of your request.

Time-Frame

Work is clocked in 15-minute increments and includes talking with you by phone, reading and answering emails, tracking and documenting your changes, and in general all time relative to meeting your needs.

Work for normal updates will start within 5 business days after we receive it.

Rush charges will apply if you request faster completion than a normal update, and will be billed as an additional percentage to the total work time. Usually these are fairly quick text and scheduling or pricing changes, and a rush charge helps compensate other customers for being "bumped" and gets your web viewing customers new information as fast as possible.

50% RUSH -- Guaranteed start within 2-3 business days.
100% RUSH -- Guaranteed start within 1 business day.

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I can't see the updates to my web page!

There are two main reasons this may happen. First double check to make sure the address is correct. If the address seems to be fine and the page still isn't updating with the new content then your browser may be caching the pages. To clear the cache follow these steps.

Internet Explorer

1. On the top Click "Tools" then "Internet Options."
2. Then in the middle of that menu click "Delete Files" and below that click "Clear History.
3. Click"OK" then go to the page you wish to view and click the "Refresh" button on the top of your browser.

Firefox

1. On the top click "Tools" then "Options."
2. Along the left side click "Privacy."
3. On the right go down to "Cache" and click the "Clear" button.
4. Click "OK" then go to the page you wish to view and hit the "Reload" button on the top of your browser.

Netscape

1. On the top Click "Edit" then "Preferences."
2. Along the left side go to the bottom and click "Advanced" then "Cache".
3. On the right click "Clear Disk Cache" and "Clear Memory Cache."
4. Click "OK" then go to the page you wish to view and hit the "Reload" button on the top of your browser.

Safari

1. On the top click "Safari" then "Empty Cache"
2. Go to the page you wish to view and hit the "Reload" button on the top of your browser.

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Why isn't my site listed in the search engines yet?

Please be patient when sites are submitted to search engines. In most cases your site will not be listed for 4 - 6 weeks.

The reason it takes so long to get logged into the search engines is out of our hands. Once the web site is built and programmed for the search engines it is immediately submitted. This is the point at which the process slows down. On submission we simply request to the search engine that they log the site. The search engine company will receive this request, but they also receive hundreds if not thousands more on the same day. Once the search engine finally reaches you in its list (day or weeks later) they then have to go and look at your site, gather the keywords and rank the site based on the relevancy of your keywords and other information. Only after all this, the site will finally show up on the search engine lists.

If you submit your site to paid search engines expect a faster turn around, as there aren't as many request for this service as for the free services.

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What is FTP?

FTP is short for File Transfer Protocol. This is a program the enables your computer to communicate with a remote computer. Once this communication is established you can then transfer files between the two computers. The reason for doing so may be to update a web site. If you need to update a page you can then connect to the server grab the page you need, update it, then put it back on the server.

 

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How do I use FTP?

For most FTP programs you will need to set up the remote information. This is the information that will enable you to connect to the remote system. This information will be provided to you and include the following.

• hostname/address (ie "www.captainjack.com")
• logon (ie "cjlogon")
• password (ie."pass453")

After filling in the information you will be able to hit connect. After a short wait you will be connected to the server where you web site is being hosted. There are initially two screens:

• The Remote Screen
• The Local Screen

The remote screen shows all the files on the server. The local side show all the files on your computer. To update a file, simply drag it from the remote side to your local side. This will download the file to your computer. Then go to the directory where you downloaded the file and open it. Make your updates and save. Then go back to The FTP program and now drag the file from your local side back over to the remote server. The page is now updated.

For more information, see our detailed example using our recommended FTP program WS_FTP.

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How do I set up my email program?

We will provide you with the following:

1. User Name (ie. billy)
2. Password (ie. bil234ly)
3. Incoming Mail Server (ie. mail.yourdomainname.com)
4. Outgoing Mail Server (ie. mail.yourdomainname.com)

Find where each of these fields are located for your email program and enter the supplied text. Most often the email setup box is under the menu tools/options or tools/accounts.

Click here for a video on setting up Outlook Express

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My email isn't working!

Sometimes a very large attachments will get stuck on the server. If an attachment is over 3 megabytes there is a chance it will get stuck and block all of your other email until it is deleted. To delete the huge file follow these steps.

1. Go to the url www.mail2web.com
2. Put in your email address and password. (if you don't know your password you will have to call in to get it)
3. After doing so your email will be displayed in a list on the screen. Find the one with the large size (usually on top) and delete it.
4. Go back to your email program and try the receive your email again.

If the above doesn't work, or seem to be a problem, then look in your email settings to make sure the username and password are correct. Also make sure the incoming and outgoing mail servers are set to "mail.yourdomainname.com", where your domain name equals your web site address.

Spam in the subject

Because of spam, (unwanted e-mail) the subject line in your email may contain a word that is used often by spammers. Our mail servers are constantly updated with new spam lists that block the sending of email with particular words in the subject line. A solution is to change the topic in the subject area or remove the topic and re-send the e-mail. Also note, attachments with .exe, .bat and other extension will not go through either. It is best to .zip files for attachments.

Virus Protection Installed

If you have recently installed Norton Anti-Virus or a similar program you may need to recheck and reset your mail settings. If you have forgotten your username and password, please call.

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What is the current network status at Captain Jack Communications?

Please view our network status page. This page shows our mail servers and web servers current state of uptime.

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