What is a CMS and why do I need one?

At Dao By Design we build all our Web sites on Content Management Systems (CMS). This has become a no-brainer for our own workflow and productivity, as well as that of our clients. However, to help explain why we do this, and why you should too, this knowledgebase article will outline the differences between what is now the de facto method of Web site design and development, and the old page-by-pa…
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Basic SEO Theory

As a Web design professional, I am often asked if I can help with search engine optimization (SEO), to which I almost always say "not really", and then spend 20 minutes typing out the information I am about to share. The truth is, I am certain I could help with SEO, but more often than not I choose to avoid the arduous task of managing expectations when it comes to SEO results. The problem, in…
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