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Whats wrong with using a “Splash Page”?

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Whats wrong with using a “Splash Page”?

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We believe if you don’t need a Splash Page, you shouldn’t have one. When do you need one? Either when you have alternate versions of the same site or have certain requirements for properly viewing your site. (Note: If you have requirements, then you should have an alternate, no requirement version.) Examples: Frames / No Frames Javascript / No Javascript Flash / No Flash Different Languages Some people believe you always need a Splash Page because it acts as a cover like on a book or assignment. However, the web is different than a book. Most people using the Internet want everything as quickly and easily as they can get it. By using a Splash Page, you only slow them down while they wait for whatever is on the Splash Page to load up. Besides, it’s not called index.html for nothing it’s meant to be an index to your site, not a simple cover page. Another thing, if you do use a splash page, and are making a Sailor Moon site, you should have a Sailor Moon picture on the front, not one from

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