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TechRepublic's Download Directory is the place to get free tech resources in a variety of formats, including PDF versions of popular articles, "10 things" lists, sample chapters from technology books, "How do I..." problem-solving guides, cheat sheets for knocking out IT tasks, keyboard shortcuts, glossaries, career pointers, and collections of tips and techniques that focus on critical topics.
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10 things to look for in an ISP
Aug 2010
Choosing the wrong ISP can spell doom for many businesses today. Making the right choice involves careful analysis of many factors, from uptime to capacity to equipment to field response. This...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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Best practices for mobile Web application development
Jul 2006
Because of the widespread use of World Wide Web technologies over the Internet, a variety of content and services are now easily accessible from desktop and notebook computing platforms. Web...
Provided by Peter V. Mikhalenko
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Book chapters
Create server-side controls that render custom HTML in ASP.NET
Sep 2006
The Web application infrastructure ASP.NET, introduced as part of version 1.0 of the Microsoft .NET Framework, provides the thin-client counterpart to Microsoft Windows client development. ASP.NET...
Provided by Microsoft Press
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How do I... Install, configure and integrate PHP and MySQL on Windows?
Oct 2006
PHP and MySQL are a powerful combination when it comes to providing dynamic content to your user base. Over the years, these two products have grown well beyond their initial niche and now power...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Debrief and Defend: Firefox vs. Internet Explorer
Oct 2006
The Internet has changed the way organizations work. The Web browser has become a critical business tool for most every organization. This presentation emphasizes how Firefox, with a history of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Combine the power of HTML, CSS, and ASP.NET 2.0 to create powerful Web Forms applications using less code
Oct 2006
One of the big controversies in the Web Forms development world involves the use of HTML tables vs. pure cascading style sheets design. Taking a middle ground, this sample chapter from...
Provided by Microsoft Press
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Book chapters
Get to know the .NET Framework
Mar 2007
While it's possible to write good code in almost any environment, creating good software is much easier when the right platform and tools are available. For most Windows developers today, that...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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Write Cascading Style Sheets with style: Use the amazing em unit and other best practices
Mar 2007
Learn how to write Cascading Style Sheets with style in this sample chapter from Cascading Style Sheets: Designing for the Web, Third Edition. Investigate case studies and how they are...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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SolutionBase: Finding the hidden bells and whistles in Firefox
Apr 2007
Firefox 2.0 is a very popular browser, but there's more to it than what meets the eye. Derek Schauland shows you what you can find behind the scenes by giving a brief look at Firefox's about: pages.
Provided by Derek Schauland
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How do I... Customize Apache Server log files to track my Web site
Jun 2007
For a Web site owner or administrator trying to gauge the popularity and usability of his/her Web site, log file analysis is possibly the most powerful tool available. Server log files, which...
Provided by Melonfire
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10 things you should know about Microsoft Expression Web
Jul 2007
Microsoft recently released Expression Web, which replaces the venerable FrontPage HTML editor and Web site design tool. Expression Web has come a long way from its FrontPage roots, but it still...
Provided by Justin James
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Microsoft Expression Web: Right tool for the job?
Jul 2007
Microsoft recently released Expression Web, which replaces its venerable HTML editor, FrontPage. Expression Web falls into the Expression family, aimed at Web designers and positioned between...
Provided by Justin James
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Demystify service orientation and learn how it is transforming distributed computing
Sep 2007
The fundamental goal of SOA and service orientation is to produce something with repeatable value, long-term benefit, and inherent flexibility for the strategic good of the organization. The...
Provided by Prentice Hall PTR
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Read and write RSS feeds with XML
Sep 2007
Learn the basics of XML by exploring one of its most popular applications, RSS feeds, in this chapter download from Sams Teach Yourself Java 6 in 21 Days, 5th Edition. Chapter coverage includes:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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How Do I... Create a custom Web user interface for my Flash video?
Sep 2007
Adobe Flash's video technology is all over the Web, and is an example of how Internet video has finally arrived after overcoming many technological hurdles over the past decade. The latest version...
Provided by John Lee
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Book chapters
Send requests in Ajax using HTTP
Sep 2007
Of the various protocols that are used for communication over the Web, perhaps the most important may be Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), a protocol that is also fundamental to Ajax...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Exploit these online resources to promote healthier, lower-stress special-needs traveling
Nov 2007
Over the past decade, the Internet has utterly transformed the travel industry. A wealth of online resources has allowed both business and holiday travelers to make savvier, more cost-effective...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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How do I... Use saved searches to organize e-mail and RSS feeds in Thunderbird?
Nov 2007
Mozilla Thunderbird's saved searches allow users to automatically search a choice of folders or all folders using set parameters and rules. This means that if you want all e-mails and RSS feeds on...
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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Integrate services into business processes to achieve your SOA objectives
May 2008
A correctly implemented service-oriented architecture (SOA) is built on flexible and effective business and infrastructure services. This sample chapter from Implementing SOA: Total Architecture...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
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Improve your HTML using refactoring techniques
May 2008
Refactoring code lets you rewrite it without introducing bugs -- and a similar approach can be used to improve your HTML. This sample chapter from Refactoring HTML: Improving the Design of...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
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Get Up To Speed: Google Chrome
Sep 2008
Google is always working hard to bring simplicity and interoperability to your computing experience. And with the new Chrome browser they have managed to bring together web browsing and web...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 reasons why you should use the Opera browser
Sep 2008
Despite its low profile, Opera offers a host of features that set it apart from the browser pack. According to Jack Wallen, Opera is fast and stable -- and it contains many features other browsers...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10+ answers to your questions about IPv6
Nov 2008
Michael Kassner recently asked TechRepublic members to share their questions about IPv6, promising to submit them to the experts at ARIN and Command Information. Both groups graciously responded,...
Provided by Michael Kassner
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Get Up To Speed: LAMP
Nov 2008
All network administrators should know about the LAMP server. LAMP servers can not only save your IT department money, it can add a level of reliability and flexibility that you would never have...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 essential e-mail security measures
Dec 2008
E-mail security is about a lot more than just using a good password on your POP or IMAP server. Perhaps the most important part of e-mail security is ensuring you don't shoot yourself in the foot....
Provided by Chad Perrin
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10 ways to manage your risk with Web applications
Feb 2009
Web apps continue to grow in popularity, but companies have legitimate concerns about security and reliability. Here are some ways to address potential risks and make sure you choose the right...
Provided by Polly Schneider Traylor
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Authenticating and authorizing the open source CMS MODx
May 2009
In his book review of Packt Publishing's MODx Web Development, TechRepublic blogger Justin James notes that snippets are an aspect of MODx the author covered that was new to him. This sample book...
Provided by Packt Publishing
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IIS Resource Guide -ISO file
Oct 2004
With the expert advice, tips, and guidance provided in this product, you'll learn to troubleshoot IIS-related errors, safeguard IIS servers, and mitigate known security problems. This download...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Tech Tips for Outlook Support - ISO
Dec 2004
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's Tech Tips for Outlook Support. This download is a complete image of the CD available for sale in our TechRepublic catalog. With 300-plus insightful tips...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Web Hosting Solutions Pack
Jun 2005
The Web Hosting Solutions Pack includes four Excel workbooks: the Gap Analysis Report, the Vendor Selection Checklist, the Vendor Reference Questionnaire, and the Financial Scenario Planner. These...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Developer's Guide to Web Services?ISO
Dec 2004
Burn your own CD version of TechRepublic's Developer's Guide to Web Services CD-ROM, the companion to the book Developer's Guide to Web Services. This download is a complete image of the CD...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic Pro's Ultimate Tech Bookmarks
Nov 2005
Simplify your Internet experience. Store more than 250 bookmarks at a glance! Download this pre-formatted HTML bookmark collection, submit your recommendations, and check back often for the most...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Learning basic Microsoft Outlook Keyboard Shortcuts
Apr 2005
GUIs make applications like Microsoft Outlook much easier to learn, but having to reach for the mouse can actually be counter-productive. Knowing a few keyboard shortcuts can save you some time....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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TechRepublic FastAnswer: Navigating Internet Explorer 6.0 without a mouse
Sep 2006
You can download and distribute this FastAnswer to your users to help them find quick keyboard shortcuts necessary to navigate Internet Explorer 6.0 without using a mouse. This download is...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Windows Server Report, August 2005
Aug 2005
TechRepublic Pro 's Windows Server Report for August deals with clustering Exchange 2003, recovering from Exchange 2003 errors, what you'll find in Windows Update Services, and network...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Design and build better Web sites with templates developed in Dreamweaver 8
Apr 2006
This chapter download from Dreamweaver 8: The Missing Manual, by David Sawyer McFarland shows you how to develop templates for your Web site using the latest features found in Dreamweaver 8....
Provided by O'Reilly Media
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Download this Web-design client questionnaire form
Apr 2002
Find out what your Web-design clients want with this downloadable questionnaire that outlines technical and graphical expectations. If you would like to add a category, let us know and we'll...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Task Sheet: Set up an HTML mailto form without a back-end script
Feb 2005
You don't have to use a back-end script to set up an HTML form. See how you can use a simple bit of HTML to accomplish the task. This Task Sheet provides an easy-to-print document that you can...
Provided by TechRepublic
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70+ Keyboard shortcuts to move faster in Mozilla Firefox
Jul 2005
This handy, three-page table lists more than 70 keyboard shortcuts and their corresponding functions for Mozilla Firefox. Download and print this time-saving document and post it near your...
Provided by TechRepublic
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30+ Keyboard shortcuts to move faster in Microsoft Internet Explorer
Jul 2005
This list provides more than 50 keyboard shortcuts to help you work faster in Microsoft Internet Explorer. This handy, two-page table lists more than 30 keyboard shortcuts and their corresponding...
Provided by TechRepublic
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35 PHP functions for parsing and manipulating URLs and HTML
Apr 2005
PHP comes with numerous functions for parsing and manipulating URLs and HTML documents. These functions make it possible to easily accomplish specialized tasks, such as turning text into HTML,...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Gather information with HTML forms
Feb 2006
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself HTML and CSS in 24 Hours, 7th Edition, discusses how to create HTML forms for gathering customer information. Learn how to create HTML forms...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Tutorial: Creating and distributing custom forms with Outlook
Apr 2005
Although they're often overlooked, Outlook's custom form design features make it simple to add functionality and make Outlook a more valuable collaborative tool within your organization. Here's a...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Master PHP's core Web development functions
May 2005
PHP provides an easy and powerful way to build dynamic Web content. This sample chapter from O'Reilly's PHP Cookbook shows how to program some of the building blocks of dynamic content with PHP,...
Provided by O'Reilly Media
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Apache Web Server: Lock it down in 10 steps
May 2005
Apache is the most popular Web server software in the world and the most popular open source application in the world. Of course, that popularity also makes it one of the world's most popular...
Provided by TechRepublic
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The XCopy Tool HTML application
Jul 2002
This download uses VBScript and the Windows Script Host to allow you to run the XCopy command from within the Windows user interface.
Provided by TechRepublic
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Build better Web forms with these eight user interface tips
Mar 2005
Web forms are an excellent way to gather and exchange information with your Web site's users, especially when that exchange is part of an e-commerce transaction. However, a Web form that users...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Make your Web pages stand out with these scripting tips for non-programmers
Oct 2005
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself HTML & XHTML in 24 Hours, 6th Edition teaches you some basic scripting techniques to help make your Web pages stand out from the crowd. Within...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Set your Web pages in motion with Dynamic HTML
Oct 2005
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself HTML & XHTML in 24 Hours, 6th Edition teaches you some basic DHTML scripts to animate the contents of your Web pages. Learn how to use Dynamic...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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10 things you should know about Google's Gmail service
Nov 2005
The 10 things listed in this document will draw out some of Gmail's hidden features and make this Web-based e-mail client event more appealing. Being connected to e-mail no matter where you are...
Provided by TechRepublic
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TechRepublic's ultimate Outlook companion
Jul 2003
Don't wait for users to ask for advice--be proactive and help them improve their Outlook skills with this compilation of Outlook and Outlook Express tips. This download contains over 100 pages of...
Provided by TechRepublic
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80+ Keyboard shortcuts to move faster in Microsoft Outlook
Jul 2005
This handy three-page table lists more than 80 keyboard shortcuts and their corresponding functions for Microsoft Outlook. Print out this time-saving document and post it near your keyboard for...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Keep your writing sharp and professional with this list of pointers
Nov 2005
Whether you're composing an e-mail or a large report, these tips will help make the results polished and effective. Your job focus may be very technical, but you can't completely escape the...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Outlook Tips for Road Warriors
Jan 2005
Working efficiently with Microsoft Outlook is a real challenge for users who are traveling or working off-site. This guide describes a dozen ways that mobile users can maximize productivity when...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Read and write RSS feeds with XML
Sep 2007
Learn the basics of XML by exploring one of its most popular applications, RSS feeds, in this chapter download from Sams Teach Yourself Java 6 in 21 Days, 5th Edition. Chapter coverage includes:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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How Do I... Create a custom Web user interface for my Flash video?
Sep 2007
Adobe Flash's video technology is all over the Web, and is an example of how Internet video has finally arrived after overcoming many technological hurdles over the past decade. The latest version...
Provided by John Lee
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Book chapters
Send requests in Ajax using HTTP
Sep 2007
Of the various protocols that are used for communication over the Web, perhaps the most important may be Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), a protocol that is also fundamental to Ajax...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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10 common Web design mistakes to watch out for
Oct 2007
When you start designing a Web site, your options are wide open. Yet all that potential can lead to problems that may cause your Web site to fall short of your goals. Whether you're building a...
Provided by Chad Perrin
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Book chapters
Exploit these online resources to promote healthier, lower-stress special-needs traveling
Nov 2007
Over the past decade, the Internet has utterly transformed the travel industry. A wealth of online resources has allowed both business and holiday travelers to make savvier, more cost-effective...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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Downloads
How do I... Use saved searches to organize e-mail and RSS feeds in Thunderbird?
Nov 2007
Mozilla Thunderbird's saved searches allow users to automatically search a choice of folders or all folders using set parameters and rules. This means that if you want all e-mails and RSS feeds on...
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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How do I... Use CSS to manipulate a background image?
Feb 2008
CSS allows you to use background graphics in a wide number of tasteful and versatile ways. Not only can graphics exist as backgrounds to entire pages, but you can also employ CSS to assign a...
Provided by John Lee
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Book chapters
Integrate services into business processes to achieve your SOA objectives
May 2008
A correctly implemented service-oriented architecture (SOA) is built on flexible and effective business and infrastructure services. This sample chapter from Implementing SOA: Total Architecture...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
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Book chapters
Improve your HTML using refactoring techniques
May 2008
Refactoring code lets you rewrite it without introducing bugs -- and a similar approach can be used to improve your HTML. This sample chapter from Refactoring HTML: Improving the Design of...
Provided by Addison-Wesley
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10 Firefox extensions you can't live without
Aug 2008
Whether you want to speed access to the Web sites you regularly visit, keep better tabs on your tabs, or protect your system from potentially dangerous active content, there's a Firefox extension...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Get Up To Speed: Google Chrome
Sep 2008
Google is always working hard to bring simplicity and interoperability to your computing experience. And with the new Chrome browser they have managed to bring together web browsing and web...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 things to love (and hate) about IE 8
Sep 2008
Does IE 8 offer some legitimate enhancements -- or is it just more of the same? Deb Shinder runs through several of the new IE 8 features, many of which she says are big improvements.This download...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 reasons why you should use the Opera browser
Sep 2008
Despite its low profile, Opera offers a host of features that set it apart from the browser pack. According to Jack Wallen, Opera is fast and stable -- and it contains many features other browsers...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 things to love (and hate) about Google Chrome
Oct 2008
With so many browsers to choose from these days, how do you decide which one is the best fit for your needs? Deb Shinder takes a look at how Chrome stacks up against its most high profile...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10+ answers to your questions about IPv6
Nov 2008
Michael Kassner recently asked TechRepublic members to share their questions about IPv6, promising to submit them to the experts at ARIN and Command Information. Both groups graciously responded,...
Provided by Michael Kassner
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Get Up To Speed: LAMP
Nov 2008
All network administrators should know about the LAMP server. LAMP servers can not only save your IT department money, it can add a level of reliability and flexibility that you would never have...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 things to look for in a domain registrar
Dec 2008
When you start looking for a domain registrar, you may discover some surprising differences in what they offer -- or neglect to offer. IT consultant Erik Eckel learned the hard way that it pays to...
Provided by Erik Eckel
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10 essential e-mail security measures
Dec 2008
E-mail security is about a lot more than just using a good password on your POP or IMAP server. Perhaps the most important part of e-mail security is ensuring you don't shoot yourself in the foot....
Provided by Chad Perrin
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10 ways to manage your risk with Web applications
Feb 2009
Web apps continue to grow in popularity, but companies have legitimate concerns about security and reliability. Here are some ways to address potential risks and make sure you choose the right...
Provided by Polly Schneider Traylor
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Authenticating and authorizing the open source CMS MODx
May 2009
In his book review of Packt Publishing's MODx Web Development, TechRepublic blogger Justin James notes that snippets are an aspect of MODx the author covered that was new to him. This sample book...
Provided by Packt Publishing
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10 handy Firefox about:config hacks
May 2009
If you really want to fine-tune your Firefox functionality, you have to roll up your sleeves and tinker with the about:config page. Jack Wallen shares some simple hacks to make Firefox work the...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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10 Google Chrome extensions worth checking out
Jan 2010
Improve your Chrome browsing experience by adding extensions that provide custom functionality.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Apache: The engine that powers the Web
Aug 2007
Beyond Linux, the most famous and widely used piece of open source software is the Apache Web server. Once by far the most dominant Web server software on the Internet, Apache still powers about...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Adding navigation links to web design
Mar 2011
This a companion download to the post, "Backgrounds in web design: Adding navigation." The download contains the files referred to in the tutorial.
Provided by Ryan Boudreaux
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10 things you should do to ensure basic Web site security
Jun 2008
Using a security procedures checklist is your first step toward securing a resource -- a means of aiding your memory before you apply your critical thinking skills and imagination to the task of...
Provided by Chad Perrin
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Make better Web pages by understanding the CSS box model
Aug 2006
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) have gradually become the de facto standard for HTML layout and positioning. They're easy to use, don't require any special software, and work uniformly on most major...
Provided by Melonfire
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Explore how Drupal works
Jan 2010
In his review of Sams Teach Yourself Drupal in 24 Hours, TechRepublic blogger Justin James writes that, overall, the book is very well written. This sample chapter provides an overview of the...
Provided by Sams Publishing
