.htaccess is a hidden file that is used to, among other things, restrict unauthorized access to the directory

yes, the file is there and it's the standard one coming with Drupal 4.7.2

In .htaccess, add this:

# 301 to redirect www.yourdomain.com to domain.com

OK, thanks

You get that default message until you create a post that is promoted to the front page.

Oh, OK, nothing serious then. Fixed, thanks.

O.