Difference between revisions of "How to create a great glossary article"
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| − | If you are new to the site, take a moment to read [http://icannwiki.com/index.php/Getting_Started Getting Started], keeping the [[NPOV]] policy in mind. | + | If you are new to the site, take a moment to read [http://icannwiki.com/index.php/Getting_Started Getting Started], keeping the [[NPOV]] policy in mind. To create a new page, simply add the name to the URL. For example, to create a new page for DNSSEC, we will simply use "DNSSEC" in "http://icannwiki.com/index.php" to change "http://icannwiki.com/index.php/DNSSEC" and go to that address. Initially, the page will not exist but you can use the "edit this page" link to edit, add information, and save the page. |
==Example== | ==Example== | ||
Revision as of 20:35, 6 February 2011
Glossary terms are an important part of the ICANNWiki.com site; as those involved with ICANN depend on a myriad of specialized terminology and acronyms to discuss their already complex issues. These terms and acronyms make life easier for the ICANN insider, but can really confuse those not as familiar with the unique lingo. This is a guide to writing a successful article for an ICANN related glossary term.
Getting Started
If you are new to the site, take a moment to read Getting Started, keeping the NPOV policy in mind. To create a new page, simply add the name to the URL. For example, to create a new page for DNSSEC, we will simply use "DNSSEC" in "http://icannwiki.com/index.php" to change "http://icannwiki.com/index.php/DNSSEC" and go to that address. Initially, the page will not exist but you can use the "edit this page" link to edit, add information, and save the page.
Example
The key to a good glossary article is that the term is defined and that the definition is supported by examples.
To help us illustrate how to create a glossary article, let's look at the article for TLD.