World Wide Web Information

The Interactive Media Center has created the following materials, tutorials, and classes to help those interested in building or editing Web pages.

Many of our downloadable documents are presented in both Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format and as FlashPaper. FlashPaper is a new way to present documents on the Web, and it may not be familiar to some people. To see a short video about how to use FlashPaper, click here.

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HTML-XHTML Tag Quick Reference - Common HTML and XHTM tags. This is not a complete reference, but lists most of the regularly used tags. Includes a short reference section on use and syntax.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Missing Link in Web Pages - People who use WYSIWYG editors, such as Dreamweaver and Composer, sometimes discover that links have changes and images disappear. This tip sheet addresses this issue.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Turning the Automatic Cascading Style Sheet Feature On or Off in Dreamweaver Studio 8 - Dreamweaver will automatically create code using CSS if you wish it to. Learn how to turn this important feature on or off as needed.
Acrobat (PDF) format. Flashpaper format.

Ten Tips for Using Images on the Web - This tip sheet features ten short tips for Web page builders who intend to use images.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Installing Keywords into a Web Page Using HTML - Basic principles and steps for placing keywords in a Web page.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Basic Image Tips: Formats and Resolutions for the Web - Discusses which formats work on the Web and why. Also explains preferred resolutions and illustrates the differences.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Getting Started with Transparent GIFs and GIFs with Transparent Backgrounds With Photoshop CS2 - Learn how to make these handy images for use on the Web, in presentations, word processing, and more using Photoshop CS2.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Technical Tip - Image Resolutions for Digital Cameras, Scanners, and Printing - Overview of resolution settings for cameras, scanners, printers, the Web, and print purposes. Learn how to select the best resolution for your project.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Introduction to Color and the Web - Learn the how color is used on the Web and basic color theory.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Using SSH Secure Shell, File Transfer Protocol - Many students need to gain access to their "S drive" from school or home so that they can work on projects. This document details using Secure Shell forthis purpose.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

Using One Button FTP to Access the S Drive - Use One Button FTP to gain access to your S drive account.
Acrobat (PDF) format. FlashPaper format.

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