Number 3: Faster Than a Speeding Bullet . . . The Importance of a Fast Download

If you are designing your Web site and have access to an ISDN, DSL, or cable line, then you are still considered among the elite on the Web. As far as bandwidth goes, it is still a major factor. ISDN, DSL, and cable have not significantly penetrated consumer markets. On top of slow connections, people have short attention spans that compound the slow download situation. About one minute—and no more—is the average consumer attention span.

On top of slow connections, people have short attention spans that compound the slow download situation. About one minute—and no more—is the average consumer attention span.

There are a couple of tips to help. Using duplicate imagery ...

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