| Global
navigation:
Global navigation consists of the
navigational elements that are
persistent across the entire site. It is
often presented as graphical links at
the top of the page, but it can also
include textual links or appear on
either side of the page. Sites with
graphical global navigation at the top
of the page often repeat the links as
text at the bottom of the page, as a way
to meet accessibility guidelines.
Global navigation is
important because it provides branding
and helps users set the boundaries for a
site. It should be consistent across the
site and allow access to the major
content areas, and the most important
tools and features offered on the site,
such as login, search, help,
supplemental navigation and the shopping
cart.
GIF:
Graphics format that uses compression
techniques to reduce file sizes and
works best for images that have only a
few distinct colors. Also allows
animations and transparency.
GIGO (Garbage
In, Garbage Out):
Computing phrase that indicates the
accuracy of a computer's output depends
on the accuracy of the input.
GUI Graphical
User Interface:
Computer interface that allows a user to
interact with software using text,
graphics, and visual images such as
icons. |
