Web authoring tools
CGI was considered excellent in the beginning since it was also open standard. The only drawback it suffered was that it was slow. Major software developers virtually ignored the CGI and consequently CGI could not survive the competition. The need arose for addressing various issues related to Web programming. Software were required for establishing connection to ensure security, connectivity to databases, conversion of the results to Web format, and a lot more. In response to the rising needs, numerous vendors have come up with numerous products. Some of them are listed below.
• IntraLaunch
• CodeCharge
• Benefit Profiles Portal Suite
• Servicespace Suite consisting of Enterprise, Customer Portal, Partner Portal
• LiveHelp
• HTML/OS
• WebSiteManager.