The web specification is a detailed description of the constraints and elements that will go into the web's design and implementation. The specification statement enumerates what pieces of domain information will be presented as well as any technical or policy limitations on that presentation.

For example, one part of a specification might state that the graphics at the site must be under a certain size or must be a certain format.

Key Specification Practices

• Establish technical and policy constraints early so that the web doesn't require costly re-work.
• Identify technical constraints based on graphics, page size, and applet processing based on your best evaluation of your expected audience's equipment.
• Be sure to consider legal and ethical aspects about what information you distribute.

Key Specification Resources

• Advertising Internet Resources
• Cyberspace Law, from the John Marshall law school, Chicago.