1. 1 IDSC 6490/62 Homework Assignment #1 G. L. Tolle

2. 2 Word Press Overview Marketing Claim: –“WordPress is a state-of-the-art publishing platform with a focus on aesthetics, web standards, and usability. WordPress is both free and priceless at the same time.” Major Customers Referenced

3. 3 Word Press Overview wordpress.org = open source download & support site –Install instructions & materials –Basic user, advanced user, and developer support documentation –New features blog –User-to-user discussion forums

4. 4 Word Press Overview wordpress.com = blog hosting service –Basic features free of charge Multiple themes Site statistics Tags Import of existing blog from major competitor’s packages –Premium features: Create new domain name $15per year Additional 5GB $20 per year Ad-sfree $30 per year Custom theme $15 per year Unlimited users $30 per year

5. 5 Word Press Pros/Cons Requires DB (MySQL) –Relieves some content organizational burden –Requires slightly higher level of tech –Must be installed prior PHP-based site administration –Sufficient power/flexibility –Security & maintainability concerns