Essay Question

BEFORE WE START.....
In the ideology of the open text, there is no such thing as compulsory reading, only optional (or interested) reading. 

(That is to say, there's no need to read all that I wrote, since I wrote according to the ideal of the open text. I can suggest reading paths, but I cannot and would not arbitrate.) 

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The Redefined Premise:

A text would be successful if and only if the text fulfils its functions in the eyes of the reader or/and the writer.

3 Arguments for the Redefined Premise: (especially for those who disagree with the redefinition, but optional, of course :)

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The Comparison

 

Reader / User

Expectations and Tastes

Similarities

Differences

Ease of Navigation

Content

Short Loading Time

Structure

Interactivity

Aesthetics

Graphics/Audio Effects

Frequent Updates

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Writing in the Web Environment

Analysis of Four Texts:

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