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  • Firefox 3.5 the World’s Favourite Browser?

    Dec232009
    Firefox 3.5 the World's Favourite Browser?

    As the battle for control of the browser market continues, Mozilla Firefox appears to be edging ahead of Microsoft Internet Explorer, according to new findings which come as the result of research compiled by statistics company StatCounter. StatCounter’s CEO Aodhan Cullen said ‘Firefox 3.5 is now the most popular browser worldwide‘ The research by the [...]

    Google Chrome for Mac

    Dec122009
    Google Chrome for Mac

    Since the release of Google Chrome for PC in December 2008, there has been much speculation as to the release of a Mac compatible version. This week the long awaited BETA form of Google Chrome for Mac was released, receiving a favourable reception. Google Chrome promises users faster browsing, increased stability and convenience over its [...]

    Principles of Usability

    Dec072009

    In Web Design, usability is undoubtedly an integral aspect to a competent Web Site. Steps must be constantly taken by Web Designers to optimise the accessibility of their web sites, appealing to different platforms, operating systems and users of varying I.T skills. The desired outcome is a web design equally usable regardless of the operating [...]

    Macro and Micro Typography

    Dec052009

    A truly vital aspect of Web Design, or any text-based medium is the correct use of Typography, which is essential aspect to a clear and coherent Web Site. Typography is ‘the work of setting and arranging types’, in such a way that is visually appealing, accessible and easily readable. No matter how good your web [...]

    The Importance of a Successful Logo Design

    Nov242009
    The Importance of a Successful Logo Design

    No-matter what sector your business is in, an appropriate Logo Design is a vital necessity that is essential to every business. For every business their logo should be simple, fitting the attitude and image the company is attempting to convey. Virtually every successful business adheres to these requirements, generally with the ‘less-is-more’ approach, allowing them [...]

    Very cool Flash website?

    Nov012009

    Ever seen a website that you feel it is you duty to share with the rest of the world? http://producten.hema.nl/ Excuse the Dutch and enjoy! Article written by Sam Logan, SEO Consultant at SJL Web Design