Conventions Used in This Book

This book uses several common conventions to help teach software testing topics. Here's a summary of those typographical conventions:

• New terms are emphasized in italics the first time they are used.

• Commands and computer output appear in a special monospaced font.

• Words you type appear in a monospaced bold font.

In addition to typographical conventions, the following special elements are included to set off different types of information to make them easily recognizable.

NOTE

Special notes augment the material you read in each chapter. These notes clarify concepts and procedures.

TIP

You'll find various tips that offer shortcuts and solutions to common problems.

REMINDER

Reminders refer to concepts discussed in previous chapters to help refresh your memory and reinforce important concepts.