subject: Software Localization - An Introduction [print this page] It is almost impossible to learn the language of the various regions and countries you deal with. And in today's tech-savvy world, unnecessary. Localization software is a simple tool that can help you translate your work in any language of the world. In a multi-lingual country like India software localization is nothing lesser than a boon. We are a country of 22 official languages, and the international language, English, is still a foreign language to us when it comes to business. This difficulty is overcome by a simple localization application. But what exactly is software localization? Let's find out
Internalization and localization refer to the process of adapting to specific computer software to various languages. Localization, also known as L 10n helps adapting internationalized software, meant for a specific language or region, by including locale components to it. Localization is however not limited to just translating the product interfaces. It has to reach a mass audience which will include of technical as well non-technical crowd. It is easier to narrow down the requirements to suit the purpose but not vice-versa. One important point about localization to keep in mind is that any and every kind of localization is, by default, a combination of rewrite and translation.
To translate any piece of content one needs to have adequate knowledge of the culture and language tradition of any region/country. But when it comes to software localization, the translator also needs to have technical knowledge about technical stuff like codes, software and their respective structures. This is where most of the translators fail as they have flair of the language but lack technical knowledge. For the purpose of localization and internationalization, you need to approach the experts in the field like LinguaNext. We at LinguaNext help you facilitate your business and globalize your IT applications by providing solutions for every common application platform.
Software localization is a onetime investment. And, localization is undoubtedly the present and future of globalization. So instead of spending innumerous hours on manual translation, and burning a hole in your pocket for the same, contact LinguaNext and get yourself a localization software today.
