MS releases Web development suite

IT Web Monday 24th January, 2011

TheInquirer.net .Microsoft's Webmatrix development kit is pitched at Web developers of all types, and claims to allow easy access to presently available software and Web hosting providers. Of particular surprise is Microsoft's decision to promote open source software packages within Webmatrix, including the popular Wordpress and Joomla content management systems.Around 40 open source applications make up Microsoft's renewed effort in producing Web publishing software. While software such as Wordpress does not directly compete with any Microsoft product, it is pushing PHP, which goes up against its own Active Server Pages software. There are search engine optimisation tools included and even help for those looking for a Web hosting company.Xhead=

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