Common Platforms
Systems generally used!
We keep your costs low by using a collection of free or low-priced, open source and reliable facilities widely available on the Internet. “Function over style” is our motto. Use of technology really doesn’t have to be taxing on your people or your budget!
First Stop Web Design uses a range of content management systems to create your website and other integrated facilities to keep you connected to potential customers or service users. Some are featured in the sections below, but we will work with similar ones identified or preferred by you; the customer.
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Wordpress is an internationally recognised open source platform giving publishers the ability to develop simple blogs to dynamic and rich websites. You can choose from 1oo’s of FREE templates, purchase professionally designed bespoke designs, or one of our in-house personalised templates.
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Joomla is used by some of the most well-known corporations in the world including MTV Networks, IHOP (Restaurant chain), and Harvard University. It uses highly customizable templates and content management systems. includes many FREE templates or purchase professionally designed bespoke designs.
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Moonfruit Sitemaker is a great option if you want to develop a content-rich site with truly limitless design possibilities. Being Flash-based there are some limitations, but the benefits far outweigh them with the many built in features such as video, forums and galleries. Many other great features available to choose from at no additional cost to you.
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Mr Site gives great value and lots of built-in facilities and options for your website, Mr Site is an ideal package if you or your organisation are on a tight budget but need something impressive and feature-rich to showcase your products or services. The package comes with domain and email facilities included and a great range of website templates to choose from and adapt for your particular needs. An all-round good deal…
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Easily software is still largely experimental for the team at First Stop Web Design. We are currently trialling this option with some clients to fully test its functionality and features. Easily offer great value-for-money e-commerce customizable website templates with their packages, with easy-to-use content management systems.
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TypePad is one of a select group of internationally recognised web content platforms giving publishers the ability to develop simple blogs to dynamic and rich websites. Choose from 1oo’s of professional designs with integrated content management systems. A wide range of additional systems can be incorporated on your website.
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The Movable Type platform from Six Apart is used by many well-known names and brands including Contre Feux, Barack Obama, and Kenneth Cole AWEARNESS Blog. Apply this technology to showcase and communicate with your clients, customers or service users. This is the more expensive option available through us.
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