No. 207

November 08, 2005

In this issue, we highlight a few unexpected consequences—both positive and negative—of common interface design and accessibility choices.

High Accessibility Is Effective Search Engine Optimization

It’s no coincidence that search engines love highly accessible websites; in fact, by designing for accessibility, you’re already using effective search-engine optimization techniques. Andy Hagans explains yet another reason to pay attention to accessibility.

Design Choices Can Cripple a Website

Do you test your designs? If not, Nick Usborne wants you to take responsibility for your design choices and the very quantifiable effect they can have on websites that are built for business.

A List Apart explores the design, development, and meaning of web content, with a special focus on designing with standards. Explore our articles or find out more about us.

Editor’s Choice

originally ran: October 30, 2003

Starting a Business: Advice from the Trenches

Did that last “fire your boss” spam push you over the edge? Do your wish-fulfillment dreams revolve around letterhead, legal entities, and avoiding arrest for tax evasion? If you’re crazy enough to start your own business, Kevin Potts wants you to learn from his mistakes.

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