Chapter 2: Set Up Your WordPress.com Blog
Once you have decided to run your blog on WordPress.com, getting set up is a snap. In this chapter, you sign up with WordPress.com, get familiar with its workings, choose among settings, and select a visual theme for your new blog’s appearance.
Get to Know Your Blog’s Dashboard
Understanding the WordPress.com Admin Bar
Create Your WordPress.com Profile
Choose and Install a New Theme
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