Why web-based software?
Online web-based software offers several advantages over its desktop/server counterparts - so the real question is ‘why-not?
No software installs
Web software never requires installation, processor or hard drive space – it is browser-based and lives in a virtual cloud on the internet. This means that whenever you launch your browser your software is there. Recent mainstream web technologies such as Ajax have made it possibe to deliver desktop-like look and feel and rich functionality with no loss in performance or usability.
Updates are seamless
Desktop and server software requires frequent software updates and patching to install new features and security improvements. Web-based software is automatic – the user will never need to install or update anything.
Platform independent
Browser-based software is platform independent. This means that it works the same on Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile platforms which effectively broadens the appeal and accessibility.
Use anywhere, anytime
You can use web-based software anywhere, anytime – that means from the office, from home from the airport, from your mobile phone, even from an airplane. All it needs is an internet connection and a browser.
Collaborative & socially enabled
Web-based software applications open up possibilities to collaborate, work together and share information securely with clients, colleagues and friends. Collaborate with peers in the same office or across the world.
Improved security
Desktop PCs, laptops, USB and portable hard-drives are vulnerable they can be lost, damaged or stolen. Web-based software can be hosted in highly secure data centres with enterprise-grad
Low-cost development, support and maintenance
Given that the browser is now the platform, operational support costs and maintenance for Web Application providers will drop substantially. No need to have expensive operating system gurus on hand to help with installation problems.
