Sound effects in a Web page can be a lot of fun. However, in order to do this the right way, Flash must be implemented. Steve Grosvenor of SitePoint takes you on a run down on how this is accomplished though the use of Flash.

“In this age of digital media, sound can and should be a part of the online environment. A little sound can go a long way toward enhancing and solidifying the user experience. Even a simple “click” sound can provide valuable auditory feedback, provided it’s used in the right manner. But beware overloading your projects with sound “just for the sake of it.” The use of sound, then, is a question of balance.”