Website Design Dictionary

Clear definitions of common words and phrases used in connection with website design. Look up words or jargon used by your web designer.

Pixel

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The smallest unit of display on a screen, used to measure and define [...]

Pixel2024-03-19T21:07:26+00:00

PHP Framework

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A collection of pre-written PHP code libraries and tools used to streamline and [...]

PHP Framework2024-03-19T21:06:40+00:00

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor)

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A server-side scripting language commonly used for web development to create dynamic web [...]

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor)2024-03-19T21:06:01+00:00

Permalink

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A permanent URL that directs users to a specific webpage or content item, [...]

Permalink2024-03-19T21:05:16+00:00

Performance Optimisation

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The practice of improving website speed, responsiveness, and efficiency to enhance user experience [...]

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Performance Monitoring

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The process of tracking and analysing website performance metrics such as load times, [...]

Performance Monitoring2024-03-19T21:02:40+00:00

Payment Gateway

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A service that facilitates online transactions by securely authorising and processing payments between [...]

Payment Gateway2024-03-19T21:02:05+00:00

Password Protection

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Security measures implemented to prevent unauthorised access to restricted areas or content on [...]

Password Protection2024-03-19T21:01:25+00:00

Password Encryption

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The process of encoding passwords to prevent unauthorised access or exposure to sensitive [...]

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Parallax Scrolling

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A web design technique where background images move at a slower rate than [...]

Parallax Scrolling2024-03-19T20:59:48+00:00