PBDS 660: Introduction to Hypermedia

Strategic Decision Making

Wise Words

• If it looks right that doesn't mean it works right.
• If it works right that doesn't mean it is right.
• If someone says it's right (particularly on the web) that doesn't mean it is right.

Typography

Here is an example of several ways to achieve identical typographic results on the web, but which one is best? Check out the example.

Menu Appearance

Here is an example of two ways to achieve a menu appearance on the web, but which one is best? Check out the example.

Menu Behavior

• JavaScript approach
• CSS approach

Efficiency of Code

• Design done one way - 16,000 characters: HealthMedia
• Design done another way - 5,000 characters: HealthMedia