For some specific conditions, yellow on blue is easier to see. Some people may prefer white on red, or any one of the myriad of possible combinations. When you don't know who the reader will be, go with the white on black. Fonts which are italized, cursive, or all in capitals or which have serifs are generally harder to read. Do not use frames, or have an alternate pathway without frames.
Graphics Keep graphics to a minimum.
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