While, in theory, the concepts behind Internet marketing might be quite simple, executing effective strategies can be extremely difficult. This can even be tough for those who are quite experienced in the world of Internet marketing. With this in mind, this article will attempt to explain the concept of Internet marketing for beginners and will outline some basic strategies that can help a business owner to launch his or her own Internet marketing campaign. It will cover concepts such as creating a website, placing banner ads, sending out e-newsletters, orchestrating an email marketing campaign, and optimizing your website for search engines.