A content negotiation dimension also known as constraints or
preferences that denotes the constraints the server took into
consideration when selecting the best representation. CN dimensions are
the primary differentiating factor between a set of alternatives. We say
that two alternative representations vary in accordance with of a CN
dimension. In each of the dimensions cited below you will find:
- A description of the dimension.
- Some references to the pertinent use cases.
- Some examples of the content negotiation process.
- Some relevant references on the state of the art.