Content Management or "Click and Build" sites

Some companies offer something called a Content Management System (CMS) otherwise referred to as "Click and Build" - A CMS is a software package that allows you to create, edit and publish web pages without needing to learn how to code (though a basic knowledge of HTML is handy). This method offers a web based editing interface that works in a similar way as webmail packages.

Advantages to using CMS

  • Much less technical knowledge is required
  • No additional software is required
  • Some packages provide a range of design templates to chose form
  • Changing the look of your site is simple to do without affecting the content


Disadvantages to using CMS

  • There can be hidden support costs if you need help
  • Some companies will charge you an annual fee to use their systems
  • If you have a specific design in mind you may not find an appropriate template


Christian Web Solutions prefer to build using a CMS called Drupal - we charge a one off fee for designing and putting together your site for you (as opposed to just giving you a software package and leaving you to it). Technical support is free and hosting charges are small.