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From: Glenda
Date: Feb 7, 2005 2:20PM

I understand the opening of new windows without announcing them can be a problem for those using screen readers. I am wondering about the general usability of new browser windows opening. Is this a problem for newbies and such? Personally I find sites where I end up with umpteen windows open very annoying. I don't know if that is just me.

The reason I ask is I just finished a makeover for my own site [feedback welcomed] and an Internet marketing guru suggested that I have links open in new windows so that I don't lose my visitors. Makes sense in theory, but I wasn't keen in terms of accessibility and usability. Any thoughts?

Cheers,
Glenda
Soaring Eagle Communications
http://www.eaglecom.bc.ca

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