Naslov
Multimedia Dictionary Network Application: Design and Implementation

Autori
Vojnović, Milan ; Rožić, Nikola ; Begušić, Dinko ; Ursić, Jurica ; Dujmić, Hrvoje

Izvornik
IEEE Communication Magazine (0163-6804) 38 (2000), 2; 130-137

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
Multimedia dictionary; Java; distance learning

Sažetak
The proficiency in foreign languages is essential for professionals from countries in transition. Multimedia dictionary Internet application may offer a needed help in everyday activities as well as in distance-learning systems. Multimedia dictionary is considered both as a conventional dictionary tool and as a distance-learning network application. In this article we analyze the architecture and implementation issues arising in design and implementation of a multimedia dictionary network application. The application is attributed as a multimedia since it is designed to support the textual, visual, and audio information content. The practical implementation is shown to be feasible with the current technology, but a lack of available multimedia standards has been recognized. This is why we have considered the existing standards as well as the standards in development. The application is developed in Java1 language, and may be run as either a standalone application or an applet. The latter entails accessibility in a ubiquitous manner to a large number of users. The application is intended both for non-native English users and for professionals exposed to specific technical terminology.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Elektrotehnika

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