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From: Leo Smith
Date: Thu, Feb 07 2002 6:26AM
Subject: skip links and google
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Google does *not* use meta description or meta content info when
indexing pages.

Would a regular SSI <include virtual="/includes/skip.htm"> do the
trick?

leo.

> Since JAWS is the high end of AT, I think your test might not be a
> good indicator. There are still alot of programs out there that can't
> handle javascripting- at CSU we encourage the use of javascripting as
> "the icing on the cake."
>
> While google will index "skip to content" links, that should not be a
> problem if you include a meta tag for description <meta
> name="description" content="Assistive Technology Resource Center: The
> ATRC ensures equal access to technology and electronic information for
> Colorado State University Students and employees with disabilities"/>



Leo Smith
Web Designer/Developer
USM Office of Publications and Marketing
University of Southern Maine
207-780-4774


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