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Internationalization (I18N)
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Internationalization (I18N)
Translation
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
When a part of communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
Interpreting
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
The facilitating of oral or sign-language communication, either simultaneously or consecutively, between users of different languages. The process is described by both the words interpreting and ...
Proofreading
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
The correction of errors in a translated text. A reading a proof copy of a text in order to detect and correct any errors.
Localization vendor
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
A supplier who provides localization related services to a localization company. A vendor can be a translator, proofreader, project manager, desktop publisher, tester etc.
Proofreader
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
The person checking and revising the translated content
Ad hoc interpreting
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
Spoken translation between two languages in informal conversations between two or more people. Used, for example in business meetings, for phone calls, during site visits and social events.
Consecutive interpreting
Translation & localization; Internationalization (I18N)
The process of orally translating speech into another language, after the speaker speaks. The interpreter listens and usually takes notes while the speaker talks and then delivers the interpretation ...