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An interesting experiment is running off in a remote corner of the web-verse (web + universe). A forum where articles may be published by anyone. This is another example of the power of the pen being placed into the hands of an individual. To visit the site try accessing this link.

Part of the ongoing debate about content on the Internet is the revival of the "Pareto principle" (link). This principle may be better known to the reader as the 80/20 rule. To paraphrase - 80 percent of the outcome results from 20 percent of the resources. The relationship of this principle to web site is that 80 percent of the web traffic is generated by 20 percent of the web sites online.

This guiding principle may have some relevance in fact. How then do website owners become part of the 20 percent sites that generate a large amount of traffic?

The answer in a nutshell -

Broaden your appeal by increasing your content range within the category of information which you choose to deal.

Secondly, become an expert within your chosen field such that your site becomes very detailed.

Thirdly and lastly apply the laws of simplicity to your environment. Reduce, Shrink, Hide, Embody, Sort, Label, Integrate and, Prioritize with the understanding that complexity and simplicity are interdependent.

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