DICTIONARY

Definitions for terminology and jargon used in website design and development, graphic design and printing

Hyperlink

Hyperlinks, often called links, are clickable elements in an HTML document that connect users to other pages, files, or sections on the internet. The term refers to digital connections that allow website visitors to move easily between different types of online content. These links are essential for browsing the web and improving website navigation. A… … Read More
Internet Protocol

A protocol is a set of rules that determines how data is sent and received over a network. Protocols make it possible for connected devices with different software and hardware configurations to communicate with each other. An Internet Protocol (IP) is what allows computers and other devices to communicate over the internet. There are a… … Read More
JavaScript

JavaScript is a powerful and widely used programming language that helps developers create interactive and dynamic websites. The JavaScript programming language is one of the three core technologies of the World Wide Web, alongside HTML and CSS. While HTML structures web content and CSS controls design and layout, JavaScript adds functionality and user interaction to… … Read More
Landing Page

A landing page is a standalone webpage created specifically to encourage visitors to take one clear action. The main purpose of a landing page is to convert visitors into leads or customers. Businesses commonly use landing pages to promote products, collect email signups, generate sales, or encourage users to register for events and services. Unlike… … Read More
Meta Tag

Meta tags are snippets of HTML code that provide information about a web page to search engines and web browsers. They are placed inside the <head> section of a webpage and are not usually visible to website visitors. Instead, meta tags help search engines understand the content, purpose, and structure of a page, making them… … Read More
MySQL

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MySQL is a Relational Database Management System (RDMS) that uses SQL (Structured Query Language) to manage data. MySQL is not a database, but it is widely used for managing and organising data in a database. What is a Relational Database? A database that organises data as tables, rows and columns is called a relational database.… … Read More
Open-Source

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Open-Source software is computer software released under a licence that allows users to use, study, change and distribute the software and source code. Source code is the code programmers use to change how a program or application works. When programmers have access to a computer program’s source code, they can improve it by adding features… … Read More
Page Builder

A page builder is a tool that lets users design and customise web pages using a visual drag-and-drop interface. It removes the need to write code and makes web design faster and more accessible. In the past, creating a web page required knowledge of HTML, CSS, and sometimes JavaScript. A page builder simplifies this process.… … Read More
Pantone Colour

A Pantone colour refers to one of the more than 2000 colours in the Pantone Matching System (PMS). The Pantone Matching System organises colours in a logical sequence with unique identification numbers and the formulas needed to reproduce them. The Pantone Matching System was developed by the American company Pantone LLC in the 1960’s. The… … Read More
Payment Gateway

A payment gateway is the technology that enables businesses to securely process online payments. It allows e-commerce businesses to accept debit and credit card payments safely. Acting as a digital bridge, the gateway connects the website, the customer, and the payment provider. In simple terms, a gateway authorises and processes transactions by transferring payment data… … Read More
PDF

PDF is an abbreviation for Portable Document Format. It was developed by Adobe in the early 1990’s to be a standard file format across all operating systems. The PDF file format allows people to view and print documents irrespective of the device, software or operating system they use. PDF documents retain the original document formatting… … Read More
Phishing

Phishing is an attack by cybercriminals where they try to deceive you into revealing sensitive information. This information could be your financial information, login credentials or other personal information. Phishing is a common scam where criminals masquerade as reputable businesses and use psychological manipulation and deception to mislead you into taking actions that you wouldn’t… … Read More