I found two comprehensive directories of early weblogging software and publishing platforms. These lists from Lights.com and Business 2.0 provide a snapshot of the tools available for creators during the blogosphere's formative years in 2002.
I missed my weblog's second birthday on June 19th, but I’m now reflecting on its growth alongside my main website, which is turning six. These milestones highlight my long-term journey in personal digital publishing.
I think this SMS weblog is a cool idea for posting updates via text. It shows how early mobile blogging worked by bridging cellular technology with the web to enable quick, remote updates long before smartphones.
I'm using Analog to analyze the IIMB webserver statistics but want to find a more effective tool. If you have experience with a better weblog analyzer, please let me know your recommendations for alternatives.
I highlight Garth's development of 'throat,' a suite of early audio-blogging tools. Since I often see poetry shared in the blogosphere, I expect these tools will soon encourage bloggers to record and share their own songs.
I analyzed my site traffic and discovered a direct correlation between the number of posts and total visits, calculating that each blog entry I write generates an average of 12 hits for my website.