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A static website is a website that always shows the same information in response to all download requests from all users, unlike a dynamic website.
That is, it is a set of static pages linked together. It displays the same information for all users, from all contexts. Navigation is performed through linked static pages. A static page is an HTML file created and saved locally on a computer or in a server. Every time a change is needed the HTML file needs to be re-open, edited and saved.
A static website is the simplest and most affordable way to showcase your product or business online.
Static Website Design
Static websites are for people who prefer a straightforward and
search engine friendly website, one that delivers content for which site visitors are searching. Static websites are designed for easy downloadable images, browser compatibility and easy navigation having effective graphics and interactivity.
A static web site contains a site with linked pages using a font or graphics-based logo, and containing text, and simple graphics. Sites may include any number of pages with minimum script and HTML which helps in Search Engine Optimisation.
A static website can help your business to present your products, services, and any other important information you want your visitors to have access to. Building a static website is relatively simple because the development technology is simple to use.
Who can benefit from having a static website?
- Small Companies
- Professionals
Small budget companies promoting their products and services and professionals promoting their services are the ones who can benefit from having a static website. Any kind of business with a small set of products or services.
What knowledge do you need to manage a static website?
In order to modify website's content a lot of technical knowledge is desirable, but not necessary. You can use HTML editing software editor to manage your content.
But if you need to make changes to your website's design, HTML (and usually also graphic design) knowledge is required.
Maximum number of pages for a static website
The number of pages to consider to effectively manage a static website is around 35. To manage a larger amount of pages a dynamic website will more appropriate.
Advantages
- Quick and easy to put together, ideal for small budgets or a first site.
- Ideal for presenting information where there is no need for user interaction.
- Cache friendly, one copy can be shown to many people.
Disadvantages
- Difficult to maintain when a site gets large.
- Difficult to keep consistent and up to date.
- Offers little visitor personalization (it has to be done with scripting in the browser, which is much less flexible than a true dynamic site).
- Technical skills are required to update the site
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