It’s all software. One is software developed for the OS, the other is software developed for the web. The only difference is the I/O and you are providing a good example of the point I’ve been trying to make.
Yep, I consider Web Development to be making (PHP/ASP) websites, and Software Development making legacy-style (C++/C#/Java/VB/etc.) Windows programs.
As with most software development disciplines, yes there is a difference - The Environment. Although, I’ve always considered Web Development as an arm/branch of Software Development.
While environments vary, the core objectives remain the same - developing software solutions that meet business requirements.
Environments aside, you could apply the same development process practiced in traditional software development (XP, TDD, Waterfall) almost transparently to web development.
HTH.
regards,
er…no I don’t think we are that naive…(: