> > Is using <meta> tag a \"bad\" approach?
>
> Yes. It\'s something that Netscape added to their browser, which others
> may or may not add to their browsers. It\'s not part of any HTTP spec
> and isn\'t guaranteed to work, even on totally correct web browsers.
A meta tag is not something unique to Netscape nor the least bit uncommon. It is
supported by all major Web browsers and has been for quite some time. While its use
may be discouraged over a protocol-level redirect at times, it is appropriate for some
situations and appears to be appropriate for what the original poster is trying to
accomplish.
As with any other HTML tag, the meta tag does not need to be part of an HTTP
specification in order to be valid. Also, it is guaranteed to work on any compliant
Web browser. HTML has its own specification, and the latest version describes the meta
tag here:
http://www.w3.org/TR/html4/struct/global.html#h-7.4.4.2
Sorry for disagreeing like this, but I am always afraid to see people being given
incorrect information that might cause them difficulty. I hope this helps clarify.
Chris
