I asked this question using Snapchat's My AI tool on April 25, 2023.
Paul: My AI, what is a web content management system?
My AI: A web content management system (CMS) is a software application that allows users to create, manage, and publish digital content on a website without requiring specialized technical knowledge.
A CMS typically provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to create and edit content, upload images and other media, and manage website navigation and structure. The CMS also provides tools for organizing and categorizing content, as well as for optimizing it for search engines.
Some popular CMS platforms include WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla. These platforms are open-source, which means that they are free to use and can be customized to meet the needs of individual users. Other CMS platforms are proprietary, which means that they are owned by a company and require a license to use.
Overall, a web content management system is a powerful tool for creating and managing digital content on a website, and can help organizations to streamline their content creation and publishing processes.
Further readings, collected by Paul:
- “What is a web content management system (WCMS)?” by Demetra Edwards, Karolina Kiwak, and Geoffrey Bock,
- “The Essential History of CMS” by Vegard Ottervig, Enonic.com (September 29, 2022)