WordPress is a free and open source blogging tool and a content management system (CMS) based on PHP and MySQL. It has many features including a plug-in architecture and a template system. WordPress is used by over 14.7% of Alexa Internet’s “top 1 million” websites and as of August 2011 manages 22% of all new websites. WordPress is currently the most popular blogging system in use on the Web, powering over 60 million websites worldwide.
One very popular feature of WordPress is its rich plugin architecture which allows users and developers to extend its abilities beyond the core installation. WordPress has a database of over 24,000 plugins, each of which offer custom functions and features enabling users to tailor their site to their specific needs. These customizations range from SEO (Search Engine Optimization) enhancers to content displaying features, such as the addition of widgets and navigation bars.
Advantages of WordPress Websites
- Manage Your Website from Any Computer
- No HTML Editing or FTP Software Required
- Search Engines Love WordPress Sites
- You Have Control of Your Site
- The Design of Your Website is 100% Customizable
- Extend the Functionality of Your Site with Plugins
- Your Site Can Grow as Your Business Grows
