Publisher is a DTP with limited web building capability, and is intended for
relatively simple, small and static websites. It can be a good choice for
those who already own Publisher, wants a web presence to go with their print
media and wants the convenience. I don't know any professional web designer,
or expert that would suggest that you use a DTP to create a website, and
several of the Publisher MVPs argue adamantly against using Publisher for
web building. It all depends on the scope, the size, and the goals you have
for the site. The bigger the site, the more dynamic functionality you
require, the more limiting you will find Publisher. You won't find as many
limitations with Web Expression and other programs specifically designed for
web building. But with that said, I think the skill of the person wielding
the tool, is more important than the tool itself. Here are just a few sample
Publisher sites that demonstrate good sites in my opinion:
http://www.nflaace.org/index.htm
http://devonviewcaravans.co.uk/
http://www.beltonstud.com/
http://www.technicalsystemsaz.com/index.htm
http://www.summitcts.com/
You might want to read this article about using Publisher for webdesign:
http://msmvps.com/blogs/dbartosik/pages/80566.aspx
And this one:
Reference: Prepare, publish, and maintain your Publisher Web site:
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/publisher/HA100947601033.aspx
DavidF
