Blogger v/s wordpress

WordPress started off as just a blogging system. Now, it provides a full content management system. Blogger (Blogspot) refers to a free blog publishing service of Google.

WordPress originated in 2003 to enhance the typography. It developed into a major self hosting blogging tool in the world. One can start a blog or create a web site using WordPress. WordPress is a software that is developed on PHP and MySql. It was founded by Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little. WordPress can be considered as a successor to b2/cafelog. Since its origination, it has been released in various versions. It has a core development team which comprises of Ryan Boren, Mark Jaquith, Matt Mullenweg, Andrew Ozz, Peter Westwood and Andrew Nacin. However, it is also developed by its community. The support to the users is provided by its main website WordPress.org.

Blogger (Blogspot) refers to a free blog publishing service of Google. Initially, it was developed by Pyra Labs, but later was bought by Google in 2003. The blogs are generally hosted at a sub-domain of blogspot.com. In September 2009, a new set of features were introduced in Blogger. Features included a new interface for post editing, improved methods to handle the images, addition of locations to posts, etc. Blogger is available in various languages. It allows the users to select templates from the available options and then customize them. It has also launched a mobile app. Users can post and edit blogs using this app service.

Blogger

Blog is an online journal or website with frequently published content. In a blog the contents are arranged in reverse chronological order. A person who writes content for a blog is called as blogger. The act of writing a post for a blog is known as blogging. Blogs are updated frequently. An article or writing that is inside the blog is known as blog post. Blogger is a blog publishing service which was introduced by Google in 2003. Blogs have a sub domain of blogspot.com. Blogger allows users to select from various templates and customise them. Blogger has also launched mobile applications for users with mobile devices such as smartphones. Blogger also provides option for users to share photos and links directly to users.

Pros

Starting a blog is easy:

The steps to beginning a blog are dead simple. You can choose a template from websites like Blogger (Ford’s choice), WordPress (Wolf and Henderson’s pick), or Tumblr. Adding posts is almost as easy as sending e-mail.

A blog gives people a reason to visit your website:

“For the most part, your business website is pretty static, unless you’re constantly adding new projects,” says Ford. “A blog gives you an opportunity to add more depth and dimension to your voice.” Because it’s updated frequently, it can keep people coming back.

It can help create a sense of community:

“Our industry is very closed, and designers are usually very isolated from one another,” says Wolf. “My blog puts subjects out there for people to discuss. I’ll also use it to address problems that we have in the industry.” Reader responses—both from other designers and the general public—can help generate new ideas. “You get feedback on things that make you think,” says Wolf.

A blog is a living archive of personal sources of inspiration:

“It’s a place to gather the things that inspire you,” says Henderson, pointing out that, unlike printed photos, blog posts don’t clutter up your desk. And, you can quickly find past posts via Google.

The outreach can be incredible:

You never know who might land on your blog, including potential new clients and press. “On Facebook, I have almost 6,000 people that like my blog,” says Ford. “So, when I post something, all of those people see it. Even if just a fraction of them re-post it, suddenly their followers see it, and who knows who may end up coming to my website.”

Cons

• blogger provides only limited access to our site files
• blogger does not support plugins. So we cannot add functions to our blog
• blogger does not offer regular updates
• blogger does not offer more SEO options
• blogger does not provide more search engine optimisation options
• blogger can close our blog or entire account any time

WordPress

WordPress is open source software you can use to create a beautiful website or blog. It just may be the easiest and most flexible blogging and website content management system (CMS) for beginners.

Pros

• WordPress is a free and open source software
• WordPress provides feature to install plugins. So that we can add many functions
• WordPress provides complete access to our site files
• It supports free or premium custom themes
• It offers more Search Engine Optimization options
• WordPress provides free regular updates
• It offers more security options
• It offers more control over blog or site
• It provides free regular updates

Cons

Custom Layouts Are Hard To Use:

The first downside is the layouts. They might be customized, but they can be tricky to navigate through. Same goes for the design process. Some of the designs are not as easily accessible as you might want or need them to be. There are WordPress themes that can help out with this. See Elegant Themes and Headway.

Lots of Updates:

It’s essentially running on your server. The updates are going to be constant. I am not saying they will happen every day, but they will happen a lot. Be prepared to update your core WordPress files, plugins, or themes at least a few times a month. You might have to rollback WordPress to a previous state if you run into problems.

Learning Curve:

It’s easily accessible, but some prior knowledge does help. It’s best if you are sort of fluent in web development and marketing. I am not saying you need to be proficient in it, but some knowledge will help. Without this knowledge, navigating through WordPress might be a bit more challenging.

Planning Is Needed:

Creating a site is all part of the marketing process. It all plays a big role in using WordPress. This is why you need to get some of these skills under your belt. Having a plan will also be a big help with WordPress. If you don’t have a plan, then how can you expect to move forward? WordPress is all part of moving forward. You will need it.

Site Hacks:

Sites are prone to hacks. Malware can be installed on your WordPress site. You can always check your WordPress site for malware.

Thansih Muhammed