That’s Wired’s plan according to Jon Friedman (thanks Britney).

Ah, the rules of the online road. One guide we can all agree on and follow. Hmmm.

I like the idea and it should prove useful in many respects, but I expect it will do little to unify our approach to the use of technology terms. Some will stay loyal to the AP Stylebook, no matter how antiquated it is, some will disagree with Wired’s approach on principle, and some will object to it just to object to it (unless it follows AP, which I often object to). Not to mention that broad adoption of new usage continues to accelerate and outpace our ability to nail down one form (Web Site, Web site, Website website).

Still, I plan to get it, and to the extent it helps me and the agency communicate effectively, I’ll use it.

AP Stylebook, Jon Friedman, PR, Technology, Wired, Writing

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