FAQ- Do I Need to Know HTML?
May 25, 2004

Intimidated by the complex programming language of HTML code, first-time webmasters often wonder if there is another way to building a web site. While programming languages like HTML are beneficial in building web sites, it is no longer necessary for everyone to know these complex languages.

HTML is the code language used in creating webpages, but you no longer need to learn it to launch your web site. With commercial site-building tools such as MS Front Page and Dreamweaver you can create quality designs and upload your content to the server via any FTP program.

The easiest way for a beginner to start out, however, is to utilize an all-in-one host that provides free hosting, subdomains, and web-based site-building tools. 20m.com has a simple site builder. This type of host provides ready-made web layout templates which allow you to select the look and feel of your web page, and then just fill in the content, making it easy for even a novice to get on the web quickly and easily.

Novice webmasters can learn tid bits of HTML that will help considerably when trying to implement affiliate programs on their sites. For those interested in learning, there are countless online tutorials for learning basic HTML code. While it isn't necessary to know the code to build a web site, knowing a few basics will enhance the web building experience.

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