Chapter 8. Taking control

 

In this chapter

In the early days of the web, website owners had no control over their sites. They relied on a web designer to make all changes, no matter how basic. Many web designers took advantage of this reliance, charging exorbitant fees to make even the smallest alteration to copy.

Over time, things changed. You no longer needed to know HTML in order to add a phone number or correct a spelling mistake. Tools existed that helped do the job. But they were primitive, and it was still easy to break your site.

You now have a plethora of tools at your disposal, from blogs to enterprise-level content management systems. The question is no longer “How can I edit my website?” but “Which tool is best for me?”

The pros and cons of a CMS

Establish your requirements

Examine your options

Make your selection

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