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- Should you use responsive designs instead of having separate sites for computers and mobiles?
- What's the difference between responsive and adaptive design?
- What are the differences between desktop first and mobile first design strategies?
- Can you name any company that has adopted an adaptive web design?
Should you use responsive designs instead of having separate sites for computers and mobiles?
Responsive sites can also be easier to maintain than separate mobile sites. With just one url, any changes are made to one site vs. having to make changes to go in and update two separate sites. Most importantly, same functionality and content is used on all versions of a responsive site.
What's the difference between responsive and adaptive design?
The responsive design will reconfigure all design elements whether it's viewed on a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone. With adaptive design, different fixed layouts are created that adapt to the users screen size.
What are the differences between desktop first and mobile first design strategies?
When you start with desktop-first, you can design very broadly and add many features. Then you have to check later which function is really important for mobile. When you start with mobile-first you first start thinking about the most important features, which you can then also give more attention on desktop.
Can you name any company that has adopted an adaptive web design?
For example, Amazon, USA Today, Apple, and About.com. But the layout of the adaptive design of the mobile devices may be different from the desktop version.
