Web Media Publisher Pro

The Web Media Publisher Pro -- Like HTMLed Pro and HotDog, The Web Media Publisher offers a strong selection of advanced features in a program that is also extremely easy to use. Easy forms, tables (including previewing), frames, and even Java development tools are just the beginning of Publisher's extensive array of goodies. A file conversion utility (to and from PC, MAC, and UNIX platforms), Internet Explorer tools (for marquee, background sound, image options, and client side image mapping tags), tools for creating high-quality backgrounds and image maps, multiple file search and replace capabilities, user definable buttons, and support for Shockwave give further credence to Publisher's extensive feature-set. Publisher is a 32-bit application (Windows 95 and NT); as a result, it supports long file names and right mouse button functionality. The latest update of The Web Media Publisher (in its new, beefed-up 'Professional' release) takes the client to a new level, vaulting it past much of its competition. An integrated spelling checker, image mapping utilities, user-definable floating toolbars, FTP uploading capabilities, and a complete inline web previewing browser are several of the recently added features that put this $35 application in a class of its own. With a new and much-improved Windows 95 style interface, Publisher should merit considerable attention from users for its price, its solid collection of features, and its attractive layout. Publisher may not be the best HTML Editor currently available, but it has come a long way in a very short time and will be more than adequate for all but the most demanding users. Pros: Easy forms, tables, and frames development tools; spelling checker; Internet Explorer tools Cons: Needs more customization of toolbars and buttons New: Multiple file search and replace, much improved GUI, spelling checker, more Version Reviewed: Release 9 Date of Review: 6/24/96 Reviewer: Forrest Stroud apps conference Main Menu