
FrontPage is a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) web page editor for basic web page development. Many people are asking whether FrontPage is still a good options. Here are a few simply pros and cons of FrontPage as conveyed by a FrontPage Expert.
Pros of FrontPage:
- Very low-cost -- free on-campus and only $5 for off-campus use via Campus Microsoft Agreement
- Available in labs across campuses
- Supported by SOE Technical Support Services
- Easy to learn because of the familiar Microsoft menus and toolbars
- Comes equipped with many pre-designed web page templates
- Very easy to edit on SOE servers
- Easy to add some features, such as some forms, to web pages
Cons of FrontPage:
- Doesn't produce code as cleanly as Dreamweaver
- Current edition is available for Windows only; Macintosh version is outdated and no longer being updated
- Some features are specific to the Microsoft platform only
- Lacks interactive development tools found in other platforms such as WordPress or Dreamweaver
We offer professional FrontPage solutions for local companies as well as customers around the country. We have various satisfied customers in the Portland/Vancouver area who regular employ our fast and friendly service. Contact us if you need a FrontPage Expert to help you make changes to your current website. We can also help you out if you want to change the platform of your website to something else such as WordPress of Dreamweaver.