Setting signs for Europe : why diacritics matter for European integration
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Setting signs for Europe : why diacritics matter for European integration
（Soviet and post-Soviet politics and society, 139）
Ibidem, c2015
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [295])
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Description
This book examines the use of diacritical marks in Western Europe, particularly the use of Slavic names in electronic data processing systems and the role of the media as a multiplier, with error examples taken from actual media coverage. Considering international, EU, and national law and referencing groundbreaking court decisions, this book answers the question, "Is there a right to preserve diacritical marks in one's name?" and suggests effective approaches for raising awareness among software vendors, the media, government agencies, and individuals regarding the correct handling of diacritics. It also assesses the use of diacritics as a style element and offers an improved input method for diacritics.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction 2. Definition of the Required Character Repertoire 3. History of Character Sets 4. Unicode-Compatible Fonts 5. State of the "Diacritical Integration" in the Media 6. Failure Examples 7. Diacritics as style element in brand and product names 8. How People React to Diacritics 9. Legal Basics of Using Diacritics in Personal Names 10. Landmark Court Decisions 11. Diacritics as Political Symbolism 12. Summary and Discussion 13. Outlook 14. Development of a Practical Input Method for Characters Further Readings
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