This term encompasses any of a number of devices and device types. It is basically any device or technology that uses electronic means to transmit and present information to the user. Examples include Computers, PDAs, cell phones, information kiosks, televisions, and many other devices.
Element
In XHTML, an element is of node in the document tree. A XHTML element is represented by a start tag like and an end tag.
Equivalent
Content is "equivalent" to other content when both fulfill essentially the same function or purpose upon presentation to the user. In the context of this document, the equivalent must fulfill essentially the same function for the person with a disability (at least insofar as is feasible, given the nature of the disability and the state of technology), as the primary content does for the person without any disability.
