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Since its release in May 2003, it has become the world's most widely used CMS and is used for simple blogs as well as complex corporate websites and <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/seo-for-online-stores\/\">Online stores<\/a> used.<\/p>\n<h2>The core functions and architecture of WordPress<\/h2>\n<p>At its core, WordPress offers an intuitive user interface that allows users with different levels of technical understanding to publish content. The modular architecture of the system is supported by so-called <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/glossar\/plugin\/\">Plugins<\/a> and themes. Plugins add specific functionalities, for example <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/glossar\/search-engine-optimization-seo\/\">SEO optimizations<\/a>, security functions or <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/glossar\/e-commerce\/\">E-commerce solutions<\/a> like WooCommerce. Themes determine the visual appearance and layout of the <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/services\/webengineering\/\">Website<\/a>. This expandability is a decisive factor for the flexibility and adaptability of WordPress to almost any project.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ease of use:<\/strong> Simple installation and operation via a clear dashboard.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Expandability:<\/strong> Thousands of free and paid plugins and themes are available.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Open Source:<\/strong> Continuous further development by a global community.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatility:<\/strong> Suitable for blogs, portfolios, company websites, forums and online stores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>WordPress in professional use and its relevance<\/h2>\n<p>For <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/agency\/\">Agencies<\/a> and developers, WordPress provides a robust foundation for customized <a href=\"https:\/\/csw.agency\/en\/services\/webengineering\/\">Web projects<\/a>. 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