In a Flash

The first developments of the vector-based web application were started in the early 90’s by a man named Jonathan Gay and his company, FutureSplash Animator. In 1996, Adobe Macromedia acquired FutureSplash and changed the software name to Flash 1.0. Since its release, Flash has become a popular tool for adding animation and video to web pages.

Flash animation allows developers to add interactive components to web sites without compromising the size of the site. This allows developers to add animation and video content that can be downloaded and viewed quickly by slower internet connections. This is important for most online companies who want the assurance that their website can be viewed by all visitors without great delay. If the site is too large due to animation and video, slower connections may not be able to access the site.

Growth in bandwidth technology and the decreasing rates in DSL and cable internet connections along with the development of higher quality video at a smaller size are changing web design as we know it. Developers can design web sites with fewer limitations. In the near future, expect web design to include many more interactive features which will bring the consumer closer to the seller.