KompoZer Editor's Review

KompoZer is a text editing software designed to help you get web pages off the ground and up and running in as short a time as possible.

The programs comprises a basic WYSIWYG editing platform, designed for users who do not have extensive experience of HTML coding. Websites made with the service look professional and attractive without the creator having to have a degree in back-end computing.

There are a number of features that come with KompoZer to help you get started. The services compliant standards are excellent, with it using the same layout engine that runs Mozilla Firefox. This means you shouldn’t have any issues whether you are editing with XML, CSS or JavaScript.

KompoZer also allows you to switch between a WYSIWYG editor and an HTML interface, helping you see what the more advanced aspects of your code look like when they are completed.

The service is also available on a number of operating systems such as Linux, Windows and Mac OS. This gives it a definite advantage over its main competitor Dreamweaver, which is not available on some formats.

Pro's: Extremely easy to use

Con's: Possibly unstable, not complex enough for experienced web editors

Conclusion: KompoZer is a ‘back to basics’ text editor that can handle your core editing needs with ease. If you are an experienced editor looking for a program that you can grow with as your skill progress, it is probably not right for you, but otherwise it is definitely worth a look.