Web Design South Africa - News : What is Web 2

News : What is Web 2

We get a lot of clients/friends asking us the question "what is Web 2?". This article simplifies the meaning of Web 2 but if you want to read about all the technicalities and history then click here to read the article hosted on Wikipedia.

The founder of the term "Web 2" is known as Tim O'Reilly. Web 2.0 encapsulates the idea of the rapid increase or improvement of interconnectivity and interactivity of web-delivered content.

The essence of Web2.0 design isn't graphical effects but the discipline of simplicity and how business embraces the strengths of the web and uses it as a platform.

Web 2.0 is beautiful. In fact, many designers manage to create really amazing, particularly dark and fresh web-designs, which are visually appealing and make a great first impression. Badges, Gradients, Backgrounds, Mirror and Shadow Effects as well as Shiny and Glassy buttons are trendy, but the most important aspect is the rapid increase of rich content to your website, supporting sites, communities and other means to get your message to the public.

Characteristics of typical Web 2.0 websites.

Simplicity
Central layout
Fewer columns
Separate top section
Simple navigation
Bold logos
Bigger text
Bold text introductions
Strong colours
Rich surfaces
Gradients
Reflections
Cute icons
Star flashes

How you can embrace the strengths of Web 2

Communities
Blogging
RSS syndication
Social Networking
Cell Phones
Mail Campaigns

Some example sites is listed below

http://www.skype.com
http://www.flickr.com
http://www.kontain.com
http://www.vimeo.com
http://www.delicious.com
http://www.digg.com

All the websites we design and develop we follow the Web 2 design trends. On top of this we create visually appealing designs and can advise you on how to embrace the strengths of Web 2 and how to get your message to the public.

Garth