If you use frames, be careful. Don't ever, under any circumstance, lift a graphic or midi file straight off a page unless it is specifically labeled as part of a collection for that purpose. If you use a graphic or midi from a collection, or obtain permission to use a privately created file, provide as much information about the credit as possible. A lot of good sites have had to shut down because of this practice, plus it slows down the load time of your page. To find out more information about this click on the Web Prestige Icon on the front page or the Netbusters icon here.
Animations are great.
When used well they can add a special touch to your page. When overdone no one will ever see it because they get frustrated at how long it takes to download them. Keep in mind not everyone has the fastest modem available and that servers aren't always at peak performance capability. Your best learning tools are pages like those listed below. Web page authors love to get email telling us how much people like our pages and, in general, are a helpful lot.