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Frames - Pros and Cons
Frames are a part of the XHTML specification that causes a lot of strife. These links will help you decide if it's a tempest in a teapot or truly a serious problem.
Why Use HTML Frames
HTML frames are obsolete in HTML5, but still a valid part of HTML 4.01. There are good reasons to use HTML frames, but also a lot of good reasons to avoid them. This article explains the pros and cons of using HTML frames. The first page covers the benefits of HTML frames.
Frames -- Why and Why Not
There are many reasons to choose to use, or not use frames. Find out why I changed my mind about frames.
Why should I use frames rather than CSS or CSS rather than frames?
Can CSS do all the same things that frames can do? Or does it make sense to use frames in certain situations?
Frames and Search Engines
When you use frames, it makes it more difficult for search engines to catalog your pages. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't use them. Find out how to create a framed page that gains you hits, not loses them.
Frames Tips
Open your frames links in the frame you want them to open in. Plus, learn how to make your framed pages "friendly".
Accessible Frames
Unless you're careful, using frames is a poor accessibility experience for customers with screen readers. If you must have frames, do what you can to make them accessible.