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What is WordPress?

WordPress is a content management system (CMS) that enables you to create a website or blog from scratch, or to improve an existing website. WordPress is a free and open source project, released under the GPL.

WordPress is used by millions of people around the world, including many large organizations, such as The Guardian, Forbes, and The New York Times. WordPress is also popular with small businesses and individuals who want to create a professional-looking website without spending a lot of money.

There are two versions of WordPress: the self-hosted version (WordPress.org) and the hosted version (WordPress.com). Both versions are easy to use and come with a variety of features.