Dynamic websites - Capabilities

  • Custom content per visitor e.g.
    • Admin pages to edit/configure the site
    • Shopping carts in online stores
    • Account balances
  • Database can be changed in response to user input
    • Create new pages
    • Place orders
    • Paying bills
  • Files can be uploaded/created by the site on the VM
  • Site (and the VM) can be modified directly through the site itself
  • Generally CMS are complex
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