Redesign of SxS site in the works

[Net Llama]

--- "David A. Bandel" <david at pananix.com> wrote:
> First, I'd like to say I think overall the site looks good.  However
> ...
> 
> Frames are bad, and totally unnecessary.  Dump the frames.  If you use
> CSS, you can get the effect of frames without the frames.

Yes, i realize that frames handicap alot of people using Lynx or older
browsers.  At the same time, I, personally, don't know CSS, so its not
as simple as just switching to them, unfortunately.

> You'll get a more even feel across the pages if you use CSS.  Then if
> you
> decide to change the look, you just need to change the .css and you're
> done.
> 
> Using CSS is really easy and it makes it so much cleaner and nicer. 
> Keeps
> content and markup separate.  One person maintains the .css, and the
> editors can just be told which classes to use for certain effects. 
> Overall site management will be simpler.

Do you know of a good site that does a "CSS for dummies" type tutorial. 
Actually it doesn't even have to be watered down, just something for
people who know HTML, but know nothing about CSS, and want to learn the
basics quickly. 

Thanks!

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