Windows® XP Language Pack
By admin,Friday, April 29th, 2011Advantages and usability of Windows® XP language interface pack
The language interface pack (LIP) is designed for regional markets. It is used to target emerging or minority market where Windows® operating systems are used. There are different language interface packs from Windows® XP such as Catalan, Lithuanian, and Thai, Hindi, Tamil, etc. LIP requires the software to have a base language and it translate it into localized languages of the users. It is an intermediate localized solution that enables computer users to adapt their software to display many commonly used features in their native language. Each new Language Interface Pack is built using the glossary created by the Community Glossary Project in cooperation with the local government, academia and local linguistic experts. Windows® XP language interface pack can be used to localize English version of the OS with language-specific menus, dialog boxes, and other GUI elements.
The role and need of Windows® XP language interface pack are discussed in the following points:
- Use Microsoft® applications in native language
- Easy for users who are not proficient with English
- Helps to built IT economy
Use Microsoft® applications in native language
The Windows® XP language interface pack enables desktop users to experience Microsoft® applications such as Word, Excel®, Outlook®, PowerPoint® features in their native language. With the help of LIP, the base language is translated to local languages of the user and users can experience Windows® applications in their own language.
Easy for users who are not proficient with English
It is very helpful for those people who are not proficient in English language and use Microsoft® applications. They can use it in their own languages with high ease so that it will increase the customer loyalty to the product and customization of the software applications..
Windows® XP language interface pack help build the local IT economy by providing standardization of terms and a localized platform. The customer expectations can be served in their own languages. Windows® XP LIP provides the desktop user with the most frequently accessed user interface and basic user assistance support (help files) in their native language.






