full_hypertext

Full_hypertext is a type of hypertext distinguished from semi_hypertext by the nature of its links:

Full hypertext supports links, which can be followed in both directions; semi- hypertext supports only pointers or references, which can be followed in only one direction. As we shall see, true links are of great value to critical discussion, and hence to the evolution of knowledge [drexler_hyper].
Full_hypertext allows links to be created between documents that are visible from both ends of the link without requiring the permission of the authors of either document. The authors are made aware of the links because the links exist as metadata outside the documents but within the global hypertext network [pam_where].

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