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The significance of languages on websites: The habits and preferences of the consumer
14, June 2012 | 0
An international study carried out concerning the habits and preferences of Internet users when shopping and visiting websites has revealed something interesting: the majority prefer to do it in their own language. Every business asks itself what sort of result it is likely to expect when it goes global with its website, if translating e-commerce […]
Young Mary vs Virgin Mary: A mistranslation of epic proportions
22, March 2012 | 0
We all know the story of the Virgin Mary in the Bible, and the Immaculate Conception that led to the birth of baby Jesus. However there has recently been speculation regarding the use of the word “virgin” with regards to Mary. The reason for this speculation being that it has been discovered that in the […]
Spelling mistakes “cost millions” in lost online sales
14, February 2012 | 0
An online entrepreneur says that poor spelling is costing the UK millions of pounds in lost revenue for internet businesses. Charles Duncombe says an analysis of website figures shows a single spelling mistake can cut online sales in half. Mr Duncombe says when recruiting staff he has been “shocked at the poor quality of written […]