An Overview of SMIL.- Understanding SMIL Code.- Local and Streaming Media.- Basic SMIL Constructs.- SMIL Structure.- Referencing External Media Objects.- Meta-Information, Media Description and XML Accessibility.- Basic SMIL Timing.- SMIL Basic Layout.- Timed Text in SMIL.- Basic Linking.- Content Selection and Control.- Advanced SMIL Features.- Transition Effects.- SMIL Animation.- Subsetting and Extending Media.- Advanced SMIL Timing Behavior and Control.- Advanced SMIL Timing Attributes.- Advanced Layout Topics.- Extended Content Control.- SMIL State.- Integrating SMIL Timing in Other XML Languages.