Many consider this a benefit, but some find it a disadvantage. As above, password protection can limit this, but not prevent it completely. Instructor must have access to a computer. Although you can prepare your HTML files on an old 286 PC or Mac Plus, you'll be a lot better off with something newer and more powerful. Most authoring software has been written for the current generation of computers, and if you want to create your own graphics, you should consider buying a color scanner.
Preparation can be time-consuming.
Although it isn't difficult to set up and maintain a series of Web pages, it can take a lot of time. Depending on the scope of your courses, the level of detail you want to present in your on-line material, and the frequency of updating, you could end up spending more time on your Web site than you spend preparing for classes. Presumes Student Computer Literacy. Although no special training or skill is required to browse the World Wide Web, students who are completely lacking in basic computer skills may be disadvantaged in terms of WWW access. However, any student who can pass the University's Computer Literacy test should be able to learn the necessary browsing skills in a few minutes.