| Coming
to Terms |
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HTML-
or HyperText Markup Language, the universal language of the
Web in which all websites are written. Official versions of
HTML are defined by the W3 Consortium, which can be found
at http://www.w3.org.
HTTP-
HyperText Transfer Protocol. This is the protocol that is
used to carry traffic between a Web browser's computer and
the website.
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| Geocities
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11 mb space size |
| Geocities
is perhaps the most popular of all, with lots of free space.
They, like Tripod, give you pretty good enhancements to your
homepage, such as the 3D PhotoCube, a fully customizable guestbook
plus lots more. Membership is required, as well as inclusion
in a certain category that best fits your homepage's content. |
| perks:
big on space, very efficient, user-friendly interface,
ftp access |
| irks:
no support for CGI, very long, sometimes confusing URL |
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| Tripod
- 11 mb
space size |
| I
haven't gone through this website thoroughly yet, but their
membership privileges are quite generous. You can choose between
a quick (& instant) homepage builder or a custom builder,
depending on your expertise. They even give out free guestbooks,
and lots of other features that enhance your webpage. Upon entering
this site, make sure to fill out your membership first. |
| perks:
lots
of webspace, shorter URL, ftp access, very well-organized |
| irks:
no control whatsoever over guestbook design, uploading
can be slow |
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| Fortune
City
- 20 mb space size |
| This
is perhaps the most generous anyone can get. Read this: 20MB
of free webspace! Just fill up their application and you're
ready to go! |
| perks:
very
wide leg room to play with, shorter URL |
| irks:
extremely slow and confusing |
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| Xoom
- 11
mb space size |
| Xoom
gives you wide space to pour in your creativity. You can start
out with their "Easy Page Builder", with lots of background
options and cliparts. |
| perks:
ease of use, free cliparts and background images, good
webspace allocation, small URL, free chatrooms |
| irks:
CGI support-less, interface may be confusing for beginners |
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| Angelfire
- 5 mb space size |
| Angelfire
offers limited space, but however also gives nice features to
your homepage. They also encourage you to continually spice
up your homepage if you want to win their monthly "best site"
award, which gives your site instant recognition. |
| perks:
speedy connection, exclusive sound and clipart libraries
for members, monthly "best site" competitions |
| irks:
tiny webspace |
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