Information specific to UVic and general information about WebCT are also available here. You can also use your word processor and save your work as a text file. Going this route lets you use the software you already have, but whatever savings you gain there, you'll lose in the effort it will take you to learn HTML, enter tags, and find your inevitable typing errors. For example, in some you highlight content, click a button, and tags enclose your work. A few of these programs have extra features that make it easier to work with graphics or tables.
Most software companies have trial versions, generally good for thirty days.
Both platforms have lots of good products, many of which have versions for both machines. That's an advantage if more than one person will be working on creating a site. However, since HTML files are simply text that browsers interpret, the cross platform issue isn't as troublesome as with other kinds of software. Site Managers Some of the products above also include site managers, applications that check to see if your links work or if something is missing. They often provide a graphics overview like a tree so you can get a sense of your entire site.