All you need to build a Homestead is access to the Web with a java-enabled browser. The Homestead service is continually being updated automatically, and you always have access to the latest version. Homestead works on any PC running a Java enabled browser. As such, you do not need to worry about whether Homestead will work on a particular computer. When you save a page using Homestead, it is automatically published on the Web - no further action is necessary to make the page viewable.
Homestead is the only service available for collaborative Web page creation.
Groups can easily create and edit a Web site together, providing you the ability to invite others to edit your Homestead as well as found new Homesteads themselves. Homestead is very easy to use and extremely user friendly. Homestead was designed for the near-novice user. As such, the Homestead tools have an extremely intuitive interface, extensive online help and tutorials, and a variety of Web page templates. Homestead is equipped with hundreds of pre-programmed Elements that you can drag and drop onto your pages to bring them to life.