You have finished your HTML study. What should you learn next?
HTML summary
This tutorial has taught you how to create a site using HTML.
HTML is a universal markup language used on Web. HTML allows you to format text, add pictures, create links, input forms, frames, tables, etc., and save them as text files that can be read and displayed by the browser.
The key to HTML is the tag, which is used to indicate what will appear.
For more information about HTML, please see our HTML tutorial and HTML reference manual.
Now that you have finished learning HTML, what should you learn next?
Learning CSS
CSS is used to control the style and layout of multiple pages at the same time.
By using CSS, all formatting can be stripped from HTML and stored in a separate file.
To learn how to create stylesheets, please visit our CSS tutorial.
Learning JavaScript
JavaScript can make your web page more vivid.
If you only want to display content, static sites are good for displaying images, and if you want to exchange with users or make the page more vivid, you need to use Javascript.
JavaScript is the most popular scripting language on the Internet, and all major browsers support Javascript.
If you want to learn more about Javascript, you can visit the JavaScript tutorial on this site.
Site server
Hosting a website on your own server is always an option. There are several points to consider:
Hardware expenditure
If you want to run a “real” website, you have to buy powerful server hardware. Don’t expect a low-cost PC to handle these jobs. You also need a stable (24 hours a day) high-speed connection.
Software expenditure
Keep in mind that server authorization is usually more expensive than client authorization. At the same time, please note that the server authorization may have a limit on the number of users.
Labor cost
Don’t count on low labor costs. You must install your own hardware and software. You also have to deal with vulnerabilities and viruses to ensure that your server runs properly at all times in an environment where anything can happen.
Use Internet Service provider (ISP)
It is also common to rent servers from ISP.
Most small companies store their websites on servers provided by ISP. Its advantages are as follows:
Connection speed
Most ISP have a high-speed connection to the Internet.
Powerful hardware
ISP’s web server is usually so powerful that resources can be shared by several websites. You also need to see if ISP provides efficient load balancing and the necessary backup servers.
Safety and reliability
ISP is an expert in website hosting. They should provide more than 99% of the time online, the latest software patches, and the best virus protection.
Considerations when selecting ISP
24-hour support
Ensure that ISP provides 24-hour support. Don’t put yourself in an awkward position where you can’t solve a serious problem, and you have to wait for a second working day. Free phone service is also necessary if you don’t want to pay for long-distance calls.
Daily backup
Make sure that ISP performs the routine of daily backups, otherwise you risk losing valuable data.
Flow
Take a look at the traffic limits of ISP. If there is an unexpected surge in visits due to the popularity of the site, make sure you don’t pay extra for it.
Bandwidth or content limitation
Look at the bandwidth and content limitations of ISP. If you plan to post pictures or play video or audio, make sure you have this permission.
E-mail function
Make sure that ISP supports the e-mail features you need.
Database access
If you plan to use the data in the Web site database, make sure that your ISP supports the database access you need.
Before you choose an ISP, be sure to read the Web mainframe tutorial of the rookie tutorial.