In 2D computer graphics, images are generated which can be described in a single plane. These are objects that can be described in simple mathematical terms (e.g. lines). The two most important areas for 2D computer graphics work with vector graphics or pixel graphics.

In contrast to this, objects are described in three-dimensional space in 3D computer graphics.

A distinction is made between two major areas in this field - modelling and rendering. In modelling, a scene is created from objects, light sources and materials that are to appear in the picture to be generated. In rendering, a picture is generated from a scene - usually a pixel graphic.

Rendered or exported files from 3D are often an effective template for targeted graphics in vector and pixel formats.

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is the American organisation in charge of standardising industrial processes. It is a member of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The German equivalent is the Deutsche Institut für Normung e.V. (DIN).

Computer-Assisted Translation, also Computer-Aided Translation

These programs store translated segments (sentences / paragraphs) in the source and target language in a database. If these segments come up again in later texts, the translation stored in the database is retrieved as a suggested translation. The translator must then check the segments and adapt them to the context where necessary.

"CE" means "Communauté Européenne (French for "European Community").

By using the CE mark, the manufacturer is confirming that his product conforms to the relevant EC guidelines and that the "key requirements" set out therein are complied with.

Desktop Publishing

This is a form of computer-assisted text layouting. To carry out DTP, you need a desktop computer and software for generating the layout.

Type of representation in graphics and drawings in which a complex object is portrayed broken down into its individual components either perspectively or isometrically. The illustrated components are spatially separated from each other and appear as though they've been blown apart after an explosion. The ratio of the whole to the individual components and their position is made more obvious.

The international specification S1000D governs the creation and provision of technical documentation. In multi-national military projects, and increasingly also in projects involving civil aviation, S1000D forms the basis of the end user documentation. It defines, among other things, a common source database (CSDB) for the management of technical information units (known as data modules). These data modules are generally created in XML or SGML.

Drawing made up only of lines or areas. It does not contain any greyscales. All image elements are sharply delineated.

By using lines and areas, this type of illustration is renowned for its excellent clarity. Vector graphics are therefore ideal for smaller, but also for very large illustrations. Vector graphics are also infinitely scalable. The volume of data involved is relatively small. Vector graphics form the ideal basis for other applications or for editing in other programs (photorealistic representation, animation).

The double-check principle involves two people verifying a document's correctness. This is based on the idea that the risk of mistakes is reduced if more than one person checks the document. This principle is an element in quality assurance.