Linear |
Users follow a straight path through the pages, like a book. Previous and Next links
are on each page. |
Tutorial |
Users follow a series of lessons or tasks. Each lesson or task has a linear path.
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Hierarchical |
A tree structure. This is the most common navigation structure, especially for large
sites. |
Web |
Each page is linked to every other page; usually used in a relatively small group
of pages. |
Cluster |
A hierarchical site with local webs within each topic area. |
Catalog |
Users search, sort, browse, and select items from a database. |
Which structure would you use for an international corporation? An educational site?
An on-line shop? Web-based e-mail?