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In the vast landscape of Content Management Systems (CMS), a few names dominate the conversation. While WordPress powers a significant portion of the web with its user-friendly approach, and platforms like Wix and Squarespace cater to the drag-and-drop crowd, there exists another titan: Drupal. This open-source powerhouse has been the engine behind some of the web’s most complex and high-traffic sites for over two decades, from universities and governments to major enterprises.
But what exactly is Drupal, and why does it simultaneously command respect and face challenges in popularity, especially when compared to its rivals? Let’s dive in.
What is Drupal?
Drupal is a free, open-source CMS written in PHP. But to call it just a “content management system” is almost an understatement. It is a robust web content platform and a flexible application framework at its core. Unlike systems designed primarily for blogging or brochure sites, Drupal is built to handle intricate content structures, high volumes of traffic, and complex user permissions right out of the box.
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