Pixels are the preferred unit for borders, generally speaking.  Margins
can be either px or em, depending on your layout.  Essentially, if you
want your margins to expand/contract when the font size
expands/contracts, use ems.  If you want it to stay the same no matter
what, use px.

 - Jon

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> Subject: [css-d] Pixels, Ems and Borders, Margins
> 
> I have avoided using pixels for any sizing or fonts, but when I look
at my
> style sheet there's lots of use of pixels for borders, margins,
etc.(1-4
> pixel thingys)
> 
> What are others doing for these to keep a total fluid design?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
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