Some common misconceptions about HTML5

HTML5 is still new and there are many false assumptions, misconceptions or lets say myths that question it's ability, usefulness and sustainability. You'd often stumble across arguments against HTML5 over the Internet.

Some examples of common misconceptions:

• Offers poor performance
• Can not be used offline
• Can not be monetized
• Lacks standard development tools

Such arguments pop up because of poor understanding of core concepts of HTML5. HTML5 is still evolving. It was developed to enable people to do more inside web browsers without having to resort to native apps or plugins like Flash. It's is extremely powerful and can performs well, works wonderfully even in the offline mode (by making use of the web storage API which is supported by all major browsers) and can be easily monetized (via inline/interactive ads/surveys or sold in marketplace).

Check out this blog article by Chris where he does some HTML5 myth busting.