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There are a number of different languages that a decent website can be made from. From the more complicated JavaScript and Flash, to cascading style sheets and CSS, all the way to the basic HTML (HyperText Markup Language), those who aren't as familiar with the working of their computers can easily be confused. Sure, there are programs like Dreamweaver to help out the website designer, but the learning curve can be a bit steep without professional help, or delving deep into a book. Besides that, you have to decide which language you'd prefer to use, and who you want accessing your site the easiest. Different web browsers render code in a variety of ways, and what works in one might not work in another. IE7 likes to render things different from IE8, and this might not look near as nice as it would in Firefox or Google Chrome. Website designers have typically used plug-ins that show a browser how to display a page, or used hacks that override a browser's usual rendering. But this takes extra time to create one for each browser out there, and can poise all sorts of problems when developing a website that needs to be consistently updated by a user that isn't familiar with these issues.

But the most recent trend in website design may make all of that unnecessary. With the formation of HTML5, no plug-ins are necessary-- or fewer are needed, in any case. HTML5 offers a new layer of interactivity previously only found in Flash. But Flash is controlled solely by Adobe, and many mobile devices (namely those from Apple), refuses to recognize it. With HTML5, it is a combination of many separate technologies, that when used together, allow developers to create something with the functionality they want. Also, because it isn't controlled by any one group, HTML5 is a more open platform. It can be used to create applications that bypass Apple's approval stage, and are better for E-Commerce than previous design languages.

Unlike earlier versions of website design, HTML5 is designed to let older browsers ignore content it can't read, thereby eliminating pesky sections that refuse to show or leave dead space on the screen. A new bonus is that this trend may also allow designers to set their websites to automatically adjust their websites to fit on any screen. So whether you're using a desktop computer, a laptop, smart phone, or tablet, these websites will still look good and function well. It is because of this move away from personal computers that Windows 8 may show strong support of HTML5, since Windows 8 has been tailored towards the tablet. Because of all the push towards a standardized, accessible language, HTML5 is currently expected to be approved by W3C, which sets the standard for web developers to ensure their designs will get the best access across browsers that is possible.

Other benefits to using HTML5 is the speed. Because is processes most of the information in the background, web sites have a faster loading time. No longer do you have to wait for a video to load in order to view the rest of the site, or bypass the video as needed. Granted, other factors play into speed as well, such as the browser and internet connection, but HTML5 is remarkably faster. Plus, HTML5 allows users to embed videos and media directly into the website, without the use of downloaded plug-ins. This accessibility feature could certainly benefit media based web pages. On the viewer's end, this can be helpful because it has cache-web applications. A user can make their favorite videos available offline, as well as favorite sites, for easy viewing.

Overall, the upcoming trend towards using HTML5 has a promising future, and will likely be used by web and application developers across the spectrum. It's more accessible, has wider browser readability, and overall creates a more open option. Because of its flexibility, HTML5 allows for many, many designs, and is poised to be the replacement for Flash as Adobe phases out the older tool. While it will take some learning, those who aren't tech savvy won't likely notice a difference-- if only because HTML5 should run smoother, especially as it grows into a fully used markup language.