Volkswagen Internet Design: Sample templates


	The Volkswagen website provides you with comprehensive information on Volkswagen's range of cars, products and services as well as detailed information about the Volkswagen Group and its subsidiaries. The fact that you have not been directly transferred to our homepage means that we have been unable to identify your browser or that JavaScript is not activated in your browser. Please activate JavaScript to ensure optimum functionality of all Volkswagen pages. We recommend Microsoft Explorer and Netscape Navigator 4 or higher. These browsers can be downloaded from the following sites: · Internet Explorer · Netscape Navigator We also recommend installation of the latest Flash plug-in, which comes included in the latest Microsoft and Netscape browsers. · Macromedia-Flash

This is a banner leading to the site the user tried to load. After activating JavaScript the user is supposed to reload the site by selecting this banner.

Below you will find frequently asked questions about browsers and plug-ins:

What is a browser?

Browsers are programs that enable users to browse through Internet pages. Browsers interpret HTML, the Internet page description language and display them as a web page on the computer screen. Modern browsers not only display text but - sometimes with the help of so-called PlugIns, AddOns or viewers - also graphics, video clips and other data formats. The most widespread browsers are Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer.

What is JavaScript?

JavaScript is a programming language for designing interactive HTML pages.

Why do you use JavaScript?

We need JavaScript to offer you dynamic, high-quality navigation on our web site.

How can I change my JavaScript settings
(Internet Explorer)?

For Internet Explorer, please follow the steps below:
1. Choose the "Tools" menu in the menu bar of your browser.
2. Click on "Internet Options".
3. Click on "Security" , then on "Internet" and then on "Custom level".
4. Under "Active scripting", click on "Enable".
5. Click on "OK" to confirm.
6. Start your computer again.
7. Reload the Volkswagen site by choosing the domain name.

How can I change my JavaScript settings
(Netscape)?

For Netscape, please follow the steps below:
1. Choose the "Edit" menu in the menu bar of your browser.
2. Click on "Preferences".
3. Mark the last item, "Advanced".
4. Click on the check boxes for "Enable Java", "Enable JavaScript" and "Enable style sheets".
5. Click on "OK" to confirm.
6. Reload the Volkswagen site clicking on our banner.

What are cookies?

Cookies are used on various Volkswagen web pages. These are user-related information which can be stored on your computer and retrieved by our web server the next time you visit our site. Cookies enable us to adapt our contents more effectively to your needs and to offer you maximum user comfort. It is possible for you to reject the use of cookies in general at any time.

How can I change my cookies settings
(Internet Explorer)?

For Internet Explorer, please follow the steps below:
1. Choose the "Tools" menu in the menu bar of your browser.
2. Click on "Internet Options".
3. Click on the "Security" tab, then on "Internet" and then on "Custom level".
4. Under "Allow cookies that are stored on your computer" and "Allow per-session cookies (not stored)", click on "Enable".
5. Click on "OK" to confirm.
6. Reload the Volkswagen site by clicking on "View" and then on "Refresh".

How can I change my cookies settings
(Netscape)?

For Netscape, please follow the steps below:
1. Choose the "Edit" menu in the menu bar of your browser.
2. Click on "Preferences".
3. Mark the last item, "Advanced".
4. Click on "Accept all cookies".
5. Click on "OK" to confirm.
6. Reload the Volkswagen site by clicking on "View" and then on "Reload".

Which plug-ins do you recommend?

You need the following plug-ins to use all features on the Volkswagen site:
· Macromedia Flash
· Acrobat Reader
· Quicktime
· VRML Player
· Macromedia Shockwave Player.

To download these programs, please look for the links in the respective FAQ sections.

What is Macromedia Flash?

Flash is a software which brings the Internet to life as it enables animations, sounds and various effects. The Flash plug-in is included in most browsers and is needed for managing Volkswagen web pages. Of the different Flash versions, at least Flash 4 is needed.

· Macromedia Flash

What is Macromedia Shockwave?

The Macromedia Shockwave Player is needed if you wish to use complex multimedia games, learning applications and product demonstrations with state-of-the-art 3D technology.

· Macromedia Shockwave Player

What is Acrobat Reader?

The free Acrobat Reader allows you to view and print brochures, charts, etc. in Portable Document Format (PDF).

· Acrobat Reader

What is Quicktime?

Quicktime enables the presentation of films and interactive image sequences and is also free of charge.

· Quicktime

What is a VRML Player?

The free VRML Player (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) allows you to view three-dimensional objects or spaces.

· VRML Player