The Paper & the Web

I have never considered the difference or similarities between writing on the web and on paper. The obvious similarities are that each involves the critical thinking required to write anything, a consideration for your audience. However, when writing on the web, your audience can be anyone who is anywhere. This is likely the most important aspect of web writing to consider. When writing on paper, your audience is somewhat controlled, especially if it is not being published. On the web, your audience could be anyone. If one is going to transfer writing from paper to the web, he or she must consider the broader audience. It may also need to be formatted in a way that makes it more readable on the web. Most web articles do not stretch as far as text on an 8.5"x11" sheet of paper.