Web 2.0 describes the latest trend in web design that introduces ‘user friendly’ elements into websites (as can be experienced at Google Maps).
Technically, the main programming tool behind Web 2.0 is AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript And Xml) which is a term used to describe a group of interrelated web technologies that work together to enhance the interactivity of web use. In simple words, websites can now deliver the same user experience only previously available to users of Windows, Mac and Linux desktop applications. This website uses several AJAX components.
Add to this interactivity, the benefit of sharing information with others over the internet like Facebook and YouTube and we have an exciting platform on which to build our web solutions.
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This website uses many AJAX features to enhance your experience. Some of the visual features that you could employ in a new website include:
- Accordion style menus
- Pop-out and drop down menus
- Collapsible panels
- Sliding panels
- Tabbed panels
- Flicker free page updates
- Pop-up dialog screens to convey additional information
- Visual effects such as fading, shrinking, growing and sliding
Don’t be left behind! Include the latest technology in your website.