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From a software engineering perspective, localization can be considered a
process of translating or customizing an existing software product to
accommodate the needs of a particular culture. This typically involves not
only translating documentation but also software features. This should not
be confused with internationalization or globalization of a product which is
the process of engineering a product to make localization easier.
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From: Rahel Bailie [SMTP:rbailie -at- CASTLETON -dot- COM]
Sent: Thursday, July 16, 1998 8:35 AM
Subject: Re: Question about localization
Localization loosely covers the following areas, depending on who
you
ask:
* preparing the text for translation, usually in several langauges,
keeping in mind issues translation issues (i.e. standard English,
eliminating jargon, etc.)
* translating for specific markets (i.e. Spanish for Spain, Mexico,
or
other South American countries)
* developing systems that facilitate production of these
translations
-----Original Message-----
From: Porrello, Leonard [mailto:Leonard -dot- Porrello -at- TANDEM -dot- COM]
What is the name of the process for preparing a text for
translation? Is
this what localization means?
Thanks!
Leonard
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Rahel A. Bailie, Senior Technical Writer
Castleton Network Systems Corporation
Tel 604-293-0039 (5432) / Fax 604-293-0047 http://www.castleton.com
