HTML Websites

What is a HTML Website?

The HTML language is the foundation for most websites. A HTML website is mainly constructed of images, text and layouts. HTML is the language that puts these elements together.

This site is a good example of a HTML website. Your web browser (such as internet explorer/firefox ect.) reads the HTML code and transforms it into what you can see now.

 

HyperText Markup Language:

  • HyperText is the method by which you move around on the web - by clicking on special text called hyperlinks which bring you to the next page. The fact that it is hyper just means it is not linear - i.e. you can go to any place on the Internet whenever you want by clicking on links - there is no set order to do things in.

  • Markup is what HTML tags do to the text inside them. They mark it as a certain type of text (bold text, for example).

  • HTML is a Language, as it has code-words and syntax like any other language.

 

Is a HTML website for me?

If you are looking for a brochure type website to advertise your products or services but do not have any items to sell online, then a HTML site is probably what you are looking for. As HTML websites are written in code, they usually require a web designer to make changes/updates.

 

What are the pros and cons of HTML websites?

Pros:

  • HTML websites can be built quickly & cheaply.
  • HTML websites load quickly.
  • You have a lot of control over the design.
  • Websites are compatible with many different platforms (Mobile Phones, IPads etc.).
  • They allow for better SEO.

 

Cons:

  • HTML websites usually require a web designer to make changes/updates.
  • HTML websites are not recommended for eCommerce sites as advanced codes are required.