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Determination of Content Policy

Alternative File Formats

Principle

Websites should support commonly used file formats, allowing users to access files without the need for additional software installation.

Description

Websites often provide electronic files in various formats for users. To reach a broader audience, it can be beneficial to present files in different formats. For example, when only a text-based file is necessary, the relevant file can be presented in formats like ".pdf," ".rtf," ".docx," or ".odt." This way, users can open the file using various programs without the need for a single specific application.

Guidelines

  • On websites hosting files, files should be presented to users in various formats.
  • When determining different formats, consider the most common and preferably freely available applications (e.g., LibreOffice, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Office, etc.).

References

Useful Resources

Significance Level

4/5

Example

In the sample website, downloadable files are presented in multiple formats, allowing users to download the file in the most suitable format for their needs.
Visual and Functional Consistency

Principle

Similar concepts on the website should be designed with consistent visuals and functionalities.

Description

To maintain the consistency of a website, visuals and operations of the same type should be carried out in a consistent manner. Inconsistent components can lead to user errors. Achieving consistency on a website results in fewer user errors, quicker task completion, and increased user satisfaction. Consistency is a significant factor in determining the perception of an organization's quality.

Guidelines

  • Similar types of data in data entry fields should be entered in the same format.
  • The positioning of data entry fields should be uniform for similar functions.
  • Menus within the site should be similar in both functionality and visuals.
  • For processes consisting of multiple similar steps, these steps should be designed consistently.
  • In addition to consistency within the site, user habits and commonly accepted operations and formats should be followed.
  • Icons, fonts, lines, separators, arrows, and other components used in the design should be consistent in the same abstraction level and should belong to the same family.

References

Useful Resources

Significance Level

4/5

Example

In the sample website, both the visual elements and functionalities of the photo and video gallery sections have been designed to be consistent.
Consistency of Contact Information

Principle

Contact information placed on different sections and pages of the website should be consistent.

Description

Public institutions can undergo changes over time, with units relocating to different areas or modifications happening in contact information. Such changes can not only mislead users but also undermine trust in the website and reduce the perceived quality of other services on the site.

Guidelines

  • Contact information should be visually and contextually consistent across the sections and locations where it is displayed.
  • Details such as the address, phone numbers, postal codes, etc., should be consistent on both the homepage and subunit pages.
  • Contact information should adhere to commonly used formats.
  • Efforts should be made to ensure that services that index contact information of organizations update their data when contact details change.
  • Providing a contact form is preferable.
  • Contact information must always be kept up to date.

References

Useful Resources

Significance Level

3/5

Example

In the sample website, the contact information displayed at the bottom of the homepage and within the Contact Us page is consistent in format.
Downloadable File Names

Principle

Downloadable files on websites should have meaningful names.

Description

Websites may provide downloadable files tailored to specific needs. Paying attention to the naming of these files helps prevent situations that could negatively impact the user experience.

Guidelines

  • File names should be short and clear to allow users to understand the purpose of the files.
  • Users should be provided with information about the file type and size along with the file name.
  • Unless required otherwise, date and version information should be added to the end of the file name.
  • File names should avoid using spaces or special characters.

References

Useful Resources

Significance Level

3/5

Example

In the sample website, the file name of the desired download contains expressions that are not meaningful to users.
Personalization of the Website

Principle

If internet sites provide services tailored to individuals or organizations, they should be adaptable according to user needs.

Description

In particular, adapting the content and navigation structure on internet sites when accessing regularly used services to specific users or user groups can be highly beneficial. It serves from various aspects such as presenting content based on users' interests and easily directing them to relevant content. It is well known that personalization in systems that are frequently used enhances user performance and satisfaction.

Guidelines

  • In internet sites where users perform actions by logging in, if possible, personalization should be enabled based on user needs and preferences.
  • If user logins are performed with different roles, the roles and the associated permissions should be clearly defined.
  • Users should be granted the authority to view, edit, and delete their profile information and settings.
  • If the site automatically adapts based on user navigation habits or visited pages (e.g., suggesting new pages of potential interest based on visited pages), the purpose of this application and the information used should be communicated to users.
  • Users should have the option to disable the site's automatic adaptation feature at any time.
  • When making adjustments according to user expertise levels, this information should be provided to users in advance, and hints for transitioning between levels should be given at each interface.

References

  • ISO 9241-151 / 7.2.9 – Individualization and user adaptation

Useful Resources

Significance Level

3/5

Example

In the sample website, logged-in users can personalize their frequently used operations on the "My Page" option (on the left) and the operations they will view on the homepage (in the middle).
Backup of the Website

Principle

Internet sites should be regularly archived and backed up.

Description

Just as organizations archive their paper-based correspondence, it is essential to archive the contents of institutional websites. Archiving website content contributes to the development of institutional memory and serves as a backup in the event of system crashes or cyberattacks.

Guidelines

  • A backup procedure should be defined and implemented.
  • If archiving all website content is not possible, contents should be identified according to their importance, and archiving should be carried out accordingly.
  • Archiving should be performed at regular intervals.
  • Authorized personnel should be defined, and relevant individuals should be able to access the archives easily.
  • Access logs, database, and system files should be regularly backed up to prepare for possibilities like system crashes or cyberattacks.
  • A system restoration infrastructure should be established from the backed-up files.
  • When the site design is modified or the structure is changed, archives of the old structure should be preserved for the access of authorized individuals.

References

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Significance Level

4/5

Example

In the sample website, the past site content has been archived by categorizing it according to topics that are relevant to the site's purpose.
User Errors

Principle

Internet sites should be designed to prevent users from making errors.

Description

It is natural and expected for users to make errors. The purpose of all technological systems is to take measures to prevent users from making errors through design techniques and technological support. Errors often occur when there is a mismatch between the mental model in the user's mind and the mental model in the developer's mind. Users who make mistakes usually feel unhappy and incompetent. In some cases, users may try to explain the cause of the error by attributing it to reasons like the system not working correctly.

Internet sites should be designed with the goal of minimizing errors, considering the target audience. It is crucial to eliminate components and structures that can cause errors before errors occur. When an error does occur, users should be guided constructively in a way that does not make them feel bad and should be redirected from the error to continue the process.

Guidelines

  • Pages must include "orientation information" and "titles." These elements constantly remind users of their context and prevent them from giving incorrect commands or inputs.
  • Form-based data collection processes should include short and clear instructions.
  • Input controls must be validated, and potential errors should be detected before the user clicks the submit button.
  • Assistance should be provided in places where users may have difficulty, using examples.
  • For fields such as phone numbers or citizenship numbers, to prevent incorrect entry and to increase input speed, segmentation fields like 3-3-4 or 3-3-3-2 should be used consistently.
  • Access to inactive links and functions should be removed or rendered unclickable.
  • Designs and contents that users might misunderstand should be avoided.
  • User-entered data should not be reset after an error message.
  • Incorrect data should be marked separately in a different color or font in the error message.
  • If an important piece of information is provided in the error message and should be used after the user clicks "OK" or "Accept," it should be kept on the screen; users should not be forced to remember it or take notes.
  • Error, warning, and informational messages should inform users clearly and understandably. Error messages should define the task the user was trying to accomplish and contain sufficient information (e.g., "Failed to delete mydocument.odt: The file is being used by another program," etc.).
  • User-unfriendly structures and message tones that users might culturally disapprove of should not be used in error message language (e.g., "Illegal operation detected," "Access permission revoked!", "You do not have permission!!!," etc.).
  • Error messages and warning messages should not be confused with each other and separate visual and textual components should be used.
  • Error message language should not include judgemental, questioning and derogatory expressions.
  • The error message content must contain information to guide the correct operation.
  • Error messages should be presented in such a way that the user cannot miss them and should be supported by audible warnings when necessary, depending on the user context. However, it should be preferred not to use audible warnings as much as possible.

References

  • ISO 9241-151 / 10.3.1 – Minimizing user errors
  • ISO 9241-151 / 10.3.2 – Providing clear error messages

Useful Resources

Significance Level

5/5

Example

In the sample website, the entered email address is being checked, and user feedback is provided, preventing information from being sent with errors.
Measurement Unit Formats

Principle

The units of measurement used on a website should be consistent and compatible with the language in which the site is displayed.

Description

For websites that offer different language options, the elements (e.g., currency, units of measurement, temperature, date, phone number, address, postal code, etc.) in the content and data entry screens of the website should be created in a manner that is appropriate and consistent with the language in which they are displayed.

Guidelines

  • If different language options are provided on the website, the units of measurement used on the pages should be consistent with the language in which they are displayed.
  • Data entry fields on the website should be compatible with units of measurement formats in all supported languages.
  • Pay attention to the punctuation marks in certain units of measurement, both from a database and user perception perspective.

References

  • ISO 9241-151 / 10.1.4 – Using appropriate formats, units of measurement or currency

Useful Resources

Significance Level

3/5

Example

In the sample website, on the English version of the contact page, phone numbers are presented in a clear and appropriate format with the country code.
Commercial Advertisements

Principle

Public websites should not use content that promotes any commercial organization, product, or service for advertising purposes, whether explicitly or implicitly.

Description

The purpose of public websites is to provide information and services to the public in the digital environment. Public institutions should treat every citizen equally, regardless of discrimination. In this regard, websites should provide an equal experience to all users and should not focus on profit-generating advertising.

Guidelines

  • Public institutions should avoid using content that highlights any commercial organization, product, or service for advertising purposes on their websites (with the exception of companies in the commercial sector that generate revenue from commercial ads and sponsored event announcements).
  • It should be avoided to emphasise or exemplify certain brands.
  • Unless it is mandatory, service types that only certain commercial software packages, certain brand devices, file formats can open and process should be avoided.

References

Useful Resources

Significance Level

4/5

Example

In the sample website, there are commercial advertisements. Public institutions' websites should not include commercial advertisements.
Website in a Foreign Language

Principle

Websites targeting users who speak foreign languages should also provide services in the relevant languages.

Description

Some public institutions serve users who speak different languages. Analyzing the user base and providing accurate and high-quality translations on websites where foreign languages are needed is important.

Guidelines

  • Websites catering to users who speak different languages should offer language options.
  • Language options should use letter codes determined by the ISO 639 standard (e.g., Turkish: "tr," English: "en").
  • Since country flags represent a country, not a language, the use of flag images should be avoided.
  • Foreign language options should be available on the main page and all sub-pages.
  • Translations should be checked for accuracy.
  • The main page and sub-pages should be translated into other languages.
  • If there is a page that has not been translated, this should be clearly indicated to the user.
  • Updates and announcements should be translated in a timely manner, or the untranslated text for these sections should be linked with an explanatory note.

References

  • ISO 9241-151 / 9.6.5 – Identifying the language used
  • ISO 9241-151 / 10.1.1 – General
  • ISO 9241-151 / 10.1.3 – Identifying supported languages

Useful Resources

Significance Level

4/5

Example

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(SGE) Cyber Security Institute

The Cyber Security Institute, which was established to carry out studies to increase the national cyber security capacity, carries out research and development activities in the field of cyber security; carries out solutions-oriented projects for military institutions, public institutions and organizations and the private sector.

The main fields of activity of our institute, which has made a significant contribution to the creation of cyber security knowledge and tactical infrastructure in our country with many successful projects to date, are secure software development, penetration tests and vulnerability analysis.

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(IZE) Artificial Intelligence Institute

Artificial Intelligence Institute is the first institute established within the scope of TUBITAK centers and institutes, which cuts the sectors and research fields horizontally and focuses directly on the emerging technology field. For this reason, it constitutes an innovative model in terms of both the open innovation and co-development approach of the institute and its focus on emerging technology.

Artificial Intelligence Institute aims to develop core technologies in the field of artificial intelligence and bring these innovations from the forefront of science to the use of the industry as soon as possible. Focusing on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, it will continue to play its part in pioneering efforts to create and sustain artificial intelligence-based innovation, growth and productivity in Turkey. Working with industry and public institutions in Turkey, together with other organizations within the artificial intelligence ecosystem, spreading the use of artificial intelligence and increasing the workforce specialized in this field are among its primary goals.

Researcher

By joining TÜBİTAK BİLGEM as a Researcher, you can contribute to developments in the fields of information technology, information security, and advanced electronics. You'll have the opportunity to make your mark on innovations, closely follow advancements, enhance your skills, and shape your future by advancing in your career.

You can apply to our currently open positions through the TÜBİTAK Job Application System .

Application Conditions

Conditions for Job Application:

  • Foreign language proficiency: Attaining appropriate scores in the exam types specified in the announcement or studying in a program that is 100% in English for undergraduate education.
  • Fulfilling specific requirements stated in the announcement (such as undergraduate department, years of experience, expertise, etc.).
  • Satisfying the formula score:

For Candidates with Less than 3 Years of Experience:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000 / University Placement Exam Ranking) + Additional Score* >= 3.20

 

For Candidates with 3 Years and More of Experience:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000 / University Placement Exam Ranking) + 5*[1 / (1 + e^(5 - years of experience) ) ] + Additional Score* >= 3.20


*Candidates who have achieved rankings and awards in national and international competitions will receive an additional score of 0.3.

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Candidate Researcher

Students in the 3rd and 4th years of relevant engineering departments at universities can apply to our Part-Time Candidate Researcher positions through our Job Application System at kariyer.tubitak.gov.tr. By doing so, they can gain work experience at TÜBİTAK BİLGEM during their university years.

This program does not have an end date. Candidate Researcher personnel working part-time during their university period can seamlessly transition to full-time employment as Researcher personnel at TÜBİTAK BİLGEM without interrupting their career journey after graduating from the undergraduate program.

Application Conditions

Conditions for the Candidate Researcher Program:

  • Being a 3rd or 4th-year student in the relevant departments specified in the announcements at universities.
  • Foreign language proficiency: Achieving appropriate scores in the exam types specified in the announcement or studying in a program that is 100% in English for undergraduate education.
  • Satisfying the formula score:

Weighted Graduation Average + (10,000/University Placement Exam Ranking) + Additional Score* >= 3.20

*Candidates who have achieved rankings and awards in national and international competitions will receive an additional score of 0.3.

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Discover institutes laboratories technologies products projects of BİLGEM.

Intern

TÜBİTAK BİLGEM builds its basic strategy for the future on qualified knowledge and qualified people focused on national targets in the research, technology development and innovation ecosystem.

Starting from the understanding that "the most important resource of a country is generally people, specifically scientists," TÜBİTAK encourages and supports our youth from an early age. In this context, providing young minds with early exposure to technology production is crucial for the success of our National Technology Move. Accordingly, TÜBİTAK BİLGEM offers internship opportunities to undergraduate students from universities every year.

You can follow internship announcements and submit your applications through the Career Gateway at https://kariyerkapisi.cbiko.gov.tr.

Application Conditions
  • Students enrolled in undergraduate (2nd year and above) and associate degree programs in departments offering education in universities and conducting insurance procedures through the higher education institution to which they are affiliated can benefit from the internship opportunity.
  • For undergraduate and associate degree students, a minimum Weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 out of 4 is required. The GPA of candidates with a 100-point system is converted to a 4-point system based on the "Conversion Table of Grades from the 4-Point System to the 100-Point System" published by the Higher Education Council.
  • There is no requirement for a foreign language certificate during the internship application process.
  • Students enrolled in departments such as Forensic Computing Engineering, Computer Sciences, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer and Informatics, Computer and Software Engineering, Information Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Control Engineering, Control and Computer Engineering, Control and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or Software Engineering in universities can apply for internships.

Internship applications are accepted between December and January, and the internship period covers June, July, and August.

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Scholar

Scholar assignments are made for research and development activities for undergraduate, master's, doctoral students, and post-doctoral researchers. In our center, scholars are appointed for practical purposes in externally funded, TARAL, or European Union projects.

You can contact us via the email address bilgem.yetenekkazanimi@tubitak.gov.tr to apply to be a scholar.
Application Conditions

(1) The conditions for undergraduate scholars in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  •  Being a student continuing undergraduate education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding foreign language preparatory students).
  • Having a weighted cumulative GPA for previous years, excluding preparatory years, based on the university's grading system, which satisfies the formula score and foreign language requirements in the recruitment criteria.
  • Completing at least the first semester of the first year of undergraduate education.
  • Having a GPA of "+3.00" and a University Placement Exam Ranking of "10,000 ≥" for undergraduate general average.
  • For foreign students placed in Turkish universities without taking the ÖSYM exam or for those who completed undergraduate education through exams such as Vertical Transfer Exam, the lowest university placement ranking of the department from the year the candidate started the undergraduate program is considered in the ranking formula.

(2) The conditions for master's degree scholars in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  • Being a student continuing master's degree education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding special students and foreign language preparatory students).
  • Currently pursuing a master's degree in the project's field of responsibility.

(3) The conditions for doctoral students in externally funded projects conducted by the institution are specified below:

  • Being a student continuing doctoral education at higher education institutions established in Turkey (excluding special students and foreign language preparatory students).
  • Currently pursuing a doctorate in the project's field of responsibility or conducting a doctorate in areas determined within the framework of the YÖK-TÜBİTAK Doctoral Program Project Collaboration Protocol. (Students in medical specialization and artistic proficiency are accepted as doctoral students.)
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MILSEC 4 - Secure IP Terminal

SAFE IP TERMINAL

While the MİLSEC-4 terminal offers an up-to-date solution for next-generation secure communication (voice, data and video) in IP networks, it provides an uninterrupted communication service by maintaining the compatibility of secure voice communication in PSTN networks with PSTN secure phones in use.
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Configuration, surveillance and software update processes of MILSEC-4 terminals are carried out securely remotely using the Security Management Center (GYM). MİLSEC-4 terminal is capable of IP Network Key Loading (IPAAY) through secure communication with GYM without the need for an additional device.

MİLSEC-4 terminals are interoperable with MİLSEC-1A and MİLSEC-2 phones and offer the opportunity to replace MİLSEC-1A and MİLSEC-2 phones without interruption in the gradual transformation of PSTN networks to next generation IP networks.

FEATURES

  • End-to-end secure voice communication in PSTN networks
  • End-to-end secure voice, image and data transmission in IP networks
  • NATO SCIP compliance on IP networks
  • Compatibility with commercial SIP products
  • Interoperability with MILSEC1A and MILSEC2 secure phones
  • National and AES crypto algorithms
  • Remote software update
  • Easy operation with touch screen

It is subject to the sales license to be given by the Ministry of National Defense.