Content management systems are now the norm for new websites, but with the many different types available it can be difficult to understand where to start. Here, guest author PackNet examines the differences and advantages of open-source CMS vs bespoke systems.

Ever since the boom of the Internet, the functionality found in websites has advanced rapidly. It started with standard HTML pages and quickly moved to HTML with external styling. Then came server-side code, and websites suddenly became an interactive base for users to engage with. Now we’re at a stage where if your website isn’t using a content management system; you are going to get left behind. (more…)

WordPress 3.0 is one of the most highly anticipated web application releases of 2010; A major version update to the most widely used blogging/cms software that brings with it 1,217 bug fixes and feature enhancements to improve the blogging experience from both an admin and user perspective. We’re going to examine some of the most important changes which will benefit you, the WordPress blogger! (more…)