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Term Link
About Term Link
Term Link (formerly TBX Link) is a XML namespace-based notation that enables specific identified terms within an XML document to be linked to an external XML termbase, including those in TBX - TermBase eXchange (TBX) format. The purpose of the Term Link specification is to provide a rigorous notation for linking embedded terms in an XML document to their entries in an external termbase.
Why Use Term Link?
Term Link provides the best method for linking XML document to terminological resources. It enables users to:
- Ensure that localizers have access to terminology resources referenced in files.
- Provide users with access to terminological data stored remotely.
History
Term Link is not yet an official standard, and its contents and format may change prior to official adoption.
Specification
The current version may be downloaded (as a GZIP or ZIP archive) or viewed online here. It is anticipated that a final version will be released in Q1, 2008.
