Mortimer Smythe Designs Oakland Web Design & Web Development Blog

The Mortimer Smythe Designs blog is our chance to communicate new trends and ideas in the world of web design, web development, and search engine optimization (SEO) intended for a non-technical audience. Additionally it will address recurring questions we receive from clients pertaining to publishing, managing and promoting content on the web.

To find answers specific to working with Mortimer Smythe Designs, please review our Frequently Asked Questions found here.

 

Flash Support Withdrawn on Mobile Devices

Does your web property require browser technologies, such as Adobe Flash, that are not supported on today's ever changing modern mobile devices? Google search results in the US will now indicate to searchers if pages are detected that may not work on your device. Here's what you need to know...

20 Things I learned About Browsers and the Web

On May 31st, one month before writing this, a the Google Chrome development team wrote a short book called 20 Things I learned About Browsers and the Web. The book is written for the layperson with little or no background in web technologies though is an enjoyable read for everyone.

Managing Your New Joomla! 1.5 Website - Part One: The Basics

Those unfamiliar with the Joomla! Content Management System (CMS) may find the following guide helpful.  The guide covers some basic tasks like editing content in articles, creating new articles and managing user accounts.  More topics will be added in the near future. Lastly, it should be noted the this guide covers only the most basic configuration of the content management system, more advanced configurations may require alternate methods for site control.

Free Ways to Promote Your Business Online

OK, no rocket science here.  Most everyone knows these resources though many clients frequently request to be reminded.  Here are the links and in no particular order:

Three Important Considerations Before Your Web Project

Our experience in publishing content and applications on the internet has allowed us to identify three important considerations which will make your project go smoother and your content more effective. Consider the following points before you start your web project: