15.2: Key terms and concepts
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Term | Definition |
Algorithm | An algorithm is a mathematical, computational or statistical method pre-determined to take a number of variables into account and output a single, quantifiable result that is a function of all the variables. A good example of a commonly used algorithm is the one used by Google to determine which pages rank more highly on SERPs. |
Content audit | An examination and evaluation of the existing content which a brand publishes. |
Editor | A person who determines the ultimate content of copy, traditionally understood to be in the newspaper, magazine or publishing industry context. |
Information architecture | The way data and content are organised, structured, and labelled to support usability. |
Persona | In this context, a character created to define a group of users in order to speak to them as though they were a unique user. Usually a hypothetical character created to represent and personify a set of traits. |
Usability | A measure of how easy a system is to use. Sites with excellent usability fare far better than those that are difficult to use. |