Jane
It has been agreed by "Internet experts" that Web site is more prefered
than Website.
Whatis.com the IT-specific encyclopedia at http://whatis.com
quotes the following:
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Website
This definition is also listed under presence, site and Web site.
A Web site (we prefer the two words rather than Website) is a collection
of Web files on a particular subject that includes a beginning file
called a home page. Some publications have begun using the term
"Website." We prefer Web site.
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Other respected sites such as NetLingo Internet dictionary (at
http://www.netlingo.com), and Webopedia (at http://www.webopedia.com)
both use "web site" If you type in "website" to find the meaning, only
a definition for "web site" comes up.
In the very begining back in 1995, I remember well it used to be
website, even my tutor spelled it like that back then.
I have stuck to the traditional spelling, at my website (a directory for
librarians)
http://www.geocities.com/infolibrary/Page1.htm
But unfortunately as my website is a directory, I have had to use the
other spelling convention, "web site" which some users
had included as part of the description and summary of their sites for
inclusion in the directory.
So I guess, like the debate between Macs and PCs, the debate between
"web site" and "website" is gonna be around for a long time to come.
Godfrey.
Jane Ross wrote:
>
> Quick query to resolve a workplace debate! Should we
> write web site or website? I favour the former (logic
> cf web page and usage of several major sites) but wonder
> if there has been a definitive pronouncement?
>
> Thanks
>
> Jane Ross
>
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> Jane Ross
> Information Manager
> Bristol University Careers Advisory Service
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