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Webpage Architecture

The dotCMS completely separates content from the HTML page.  Content is stored in the database in a "content store" or "content repository" and HTML pages are saved as web assets in a separate location.  HTML Pages utilize Templates, Containers, and Structures,  to connect the content created/re-used to the HTML page.  This separation of wepage content from the HTML page allows content to become re-usable and exist on as many webpages as needed.  The same content can also be displayed in different ways to suit the needs and function of each webpage. 

Click on the image below to view a Webpage Content Architecture document that visually describes how Structures, Containers and Templates are used to display content on an HTML page.

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