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Web content management system (CMS)
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Definition
Software that lets people create and manage website content without coding (WordPress, Drupal). Its prevalence is high because it saves time, but it needs updates and security care.
Example: A CMS lets staff edit pages without a developer.
Found in: syllabus, school notes.
Content management system (WordPress, Drupal, Joomla).
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y12 Programming for the Web.
Question types it can appear in
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
How to use it
A model sentence
“Software that lets people create and manage website content without coding (WordPress, Drupal).” Then apply it: A CMS lets staff edit pages without a developer.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Web content management system (CMS) in Programming for the Web (Year 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Web development system: front end, back end, databases
- Key terms bank entry: CMS
- Notes: Research, experiment with and evaluate the prevalence and use of web content management… (Programming for the Web (Year 12))
- Notes: Content management systems (CMS) (Programming for the Web (Year 12))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Web content management system (CMS)
Check yourself
Explain “Web content management system (CMS)” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
Software that lets people create and manage website content without coding (WordPress, Drupal). Its prevalence is high because it saves time, but it needs updates and security care.
Example: A CMS lets staff edit pages without a developer.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Short answer, Extended response.
Quick multiple choice
What is a key benefit of using a content management system (CMS) such as WordPress?
- It prevents plugins being installed
- It removes the need for web hosting
- It makes sites immune to attack
- Non-programmers can create and update content through an interface
Show the answer
D
CMSs separate content from design and let users manage pages without coding. Plugins and themes need updates for security.
Source: original (written for this study pack; not a NESA question). Open it in the multiple-choice bank.