What is DotNetNuke?

DotNetNuke (or DNN for short) is an open source platform for developing and managing websites, based on Microsoft .NET technology. 

What is open source software?

Open source software (like DotNetNuke) is computer software for which the source code and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders, is provided under a software license that places the software In the public domain. Users of open source software are free to download, use and modify the software pursuant to the open source license agreement.
 

Why should my business utilise the DotNetNuke framework?
 

Web Splash develops websites exclusively using the DotNetNuke framework, and does so for a wide variety of reasons. The primary advantages to your business of using DotNetNuke are;
 

The DotNetNuke framework is free
 

Being open source software, the latest version of DotNetNuke can be downloaded free of charge. Given the vast power and extensibility of the DNN framework, this represents an almost unbelievable bargain for any enterprise that needs a website.
 

DNN is upgraded continuously, without cost to you
 

DNN benefits from a world-wide community of developers who are continually testing and upgrading the software. Updates and new releases of DNN are coordinated and managed by US based DotNetNuke Corporation, and are completely free of charge.
 

DotNetNuke is a proven Microsoft technology
 

Originally developed by Microsoft Corporation as the IBuySpy Portal, DotNetNuke has been enthusiastically supported by Microsoft developers around the world. In just a few years DNN has evolved into perhaps the most powerful, reliable and well supported of open source website development and management platforms.
 

The DotNetNuke developer community provides hundreds of modules
 

Developers from around the globe make their living by developing modules that are compatible with the DotNetNuke framework. If you need to add features to your website – maybe a blog, a forum, a shopping cart, social networking or a payment gateway – someone will have already developed a sensibly priced module to meet your needs. Buying off-the-shelf solutions saves you (and Web Splash) huge amounts of time, money and hassle.
 

Simple to use Content Management System
 

DotNetNuke features a simple, easy to use Content Management System (or CMS for short). The DNN CMS allows novice users the ability to edit their own web pages in a familiar environment, very much like Microsoft Word. If you can point and click a mouse, and use a keyboard, you will easily master the DNN Content Management System.
 

DotNetNuke is well documented
 

Running on a Microsoft based platform, DotNetNuke tends to be extremely well documented. If you have ever had the experience of purchasing software that lacked manuals or support, you will know how valuable that is. If your business has ever been unfortunate enough to have a software vendor go out of business, you will understand that documentation is critical to the long term viability of your business systems. You can literally walk into any book store and purchase publications on DNN.
 

DotNetNuke is infinitely scalable

DNN can grow with your business – to almost any size. The DotNetNuke platform is so powerful that it is now used at both an enterprise and government level. Whatever size your business and internet needs might grow to, DNN can grow with it.