WordPress is a state-of-the-art Web publishing platform with a focus on aesthetics, web standards, and usability and it combines the attributes, features and benefits of a standard Web site and a Blog. A few of its benefits and features are listed below.
No Cost
WordPress is Open Source software which means there is no cost to use it personally or commercially.
Standards Compliant
WordPress adheres to Web Standards and is compatible with all popular browsers.
Easy to Install
Some hosting companies provide the ability to install WordPress with a single click of your mouse.
Easy to Use
The administration section is easy to understand and it is easy to add and maintain content to your Web site. This means you have control your content. You don’t need a Web master.
Themes Support
WordPress uses “themes” which define how your site looks and what features are available to visitors. There are 100′s of thousands of themes available on the Web. Some are available at no cost and some you have to pay for, but, it is “Buyer Be Ware”. You want to make sure the theme is standards compliant and accessible and that there is no malicious code hidden in it. Always get themes from reputable sources.
Plugins Support
WordPress plugins allow you to add functions and features and that can be easily installed. Some examples are a site map, membership options, polls, guestbook, event calendar, photo album, advertising and more.
User and Search Engine Friendly
WordPress provides the ability to create user and search friendly content. However, it is the responsibility of the creator of the content to properly use WordPress to produce user and search friendly content.
Community Support
There is a large WordPress user community so you are never alone. There are many WordPress forums, communities and tutorials where you can find answers to your questions.
