Digital cameras and scanners typically capture files at a very high resolution. These photos are much too big to use on a website or even as an email attachment. Therefore, it’s important to first optimize your photos for the web and email. This is done by changing the visual and file size of your photos. GIMP, [...]
In the age of smart phones, I am way behind the times. I have been sharing a scuffed-up, pink, ten dollar Motorola Tracfone with my sweetheart since 2008, with no desire for more. I’ve never had a phone plan, and never really thought that a smart phone would tempt me. I love open source gadgetry, [...]
So, after a satisfying week of web design it came time to sit down and let our thoughts spill over to the blog site. J had the great idea of doing an interview to spice the blog up a bit. I thought it was a fine idea as well – then we debated which one [...]
Letter of gratitude to the creators of open source and GPL resources.
We have recently been discussing our rate structure. At LDW, we strive to provide high quallity web sites to individuals and groups who are engaged in good causes, regardless of their financial capacity. We realize that many organizations rely on volunteers and donations and simply cannot afford to employ a web design service. We hope [...]
A brief explanation of the history and reason for the name Lowthian Design Works.
Open source content management systems (CMS) are growing in popularity. Why? What gives them an advantage over a traditional web site? Here are a few reasons. First, they give you control over your own site. You don’t need to depend upon a webmaster to maintain your site, nor do you need to rely upon an [...]
The steps to setting up Paypal and a donation button on your website to accept donations from your visitors.
A good template provides a solid base for your site. Here are a few pointers that helped me streamline the process.
Each Joomla editor has its pros and cons. Though We haven’t tried them all here at LDW, there are three that we use regularly. I will compare how JoomlaFCK, JCE and TinyMCE handle images, text, code and configuration. Images: FCK is my first choice as an image editor. It offers many options the other editors [...]
