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Book chapters
Learn basic SQL commands
December 5, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL and Apache All in One, 2nd Edition, teaches you the basics of SQL, from table creation to manipulating records. Learn the core SQL...
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Book chapters
Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency
October 20, 2009, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Working with the Windows 7 Registry
August 26, 2009, 12:00am PDT
In his recently published book Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed, author Paul McFedries introduces a variety of techniques, workarounds, obscure details, and customization tricks to help you get more...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Downloads
Explore how Drupal works
January 13, 2010, 12:00am PST
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
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Book chapters
Optimize Windows Server 2003 performance with these tuning techniques
September 21, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Insider Solutions, teaches you how to tune and optimize your Windows Server 2003 systems. Learn how to finetune and optimize...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Master PowerShell mechanics and tackle real-world tasks
April 17, 2008, 12:00am PDT
PowerShell enables you to automate and customize Windows admin tasks -- but to use it effectively, you need to understand how it works. This chapter from Windows PowerShell Unleashed takes you...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Learn to use MySQL column types
October 27, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' MySQL Language Reference, offers an overview of column types in MySQL. Learn about the different column types in MySQL, including numeric types, date and...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Learn to use telnet, SSH, and ftp in UNIX
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself UNIX in 24 Hours, 4th Edition, discusses how to connect to other UNIX systems on the Internet using telnet, SSH, and ftp. Learn how to connect...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Achieve Microsoft SQL Server High Availability with data replication
November 22, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft SQL Server High Availability, discusses how you can use data replication as a high availability solution. Data replication is a powerful feature of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Automate administrative tasks with this powerful Windows Server 2003 scripting guide
September 16, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed, 2nd Edition, explains some basic scripting commands that will help you manage the Windows Server 2003 environment....
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Book chapters
Create ASP.NET applications
October 10, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' ASP.NET Unleashed, 2nd Edition teaches you how to work with ASP.NET applications. An ASP.NET application consists of all files located within a particular...
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Book chapters
Format Web pages using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
August 23, 2007, 12:00am PDT
The Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) standard enables you to apply a property or group of properties to an object by applying a style to that object. Learn how to use CSS to control the presentation...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Demystify the boot and shutdown processes in SUSE Linux
August 23, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Deconstruct the boot process employed by SUSE Linux in this chapter download from Linux Starter Kit, Second Edition. Study the steps involved when a user logs onto the system, as well as the full...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Use these risk-assessment methodologies to protect your IT infrastructure
January 26, 2006, 12:00am PST
No matter what methodology or approach is used, it is important that the organization address how asset management and proper inventorying of the organizations IT assets are to be handled.This...
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Book chapters
Create a photo gallery using CSS
January 26, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself CSS in 10 Minutes, discusses how to create a photo gallery using a series of floated div elements. You don't need to be a CSS expert to create...
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Book chapters
Fine-tune, optimize, and protect your Windows XP PC
March 28, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Windows XP in a Snap, discusses how to fine-tune, optimize, and protect your Windows XP computer. This sample chapter, taken from Windows XP in a Snap, discusses...
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Book chapters
Remotely administer Windows Server 2003 with best practices
September 20, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Insider Solutions, highlights some remote administration tools for managing Windows Server 2003 servers. Remote administration...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Plan a successful migration to Exchange Server 2010
October 27, 2009, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter from Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Unleashed will help administrators implement their build or upgrade through standardized processes of planning, prototyping, and migrating...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Effectively back up a Windows Server 2003 environment
September 16, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed, 2nd Edition, explains some tips and tricks for implementing disaster recovery plans in your Windows Server 2003...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Make your Web pages stand out with these scripting tips for non-programmers
October 7, 2005, 12:00am PDT
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...
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Book chapters
Optimize and tune MySQL
December 6, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL and Apache All in One, 2nd Edition, teaches you how to properly optimize your MySQL server. Proper care and feeding of your MySQL...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Master advanced PHP error handling techniques
October 19, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Advanced PHP Programming discusses PHP's built-in support for error handling. In programming, both external errors and code logic errors are inescapable....
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Fit in to the hacker community with these 10 laws of the geek
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from 1337 h4x0r h4ndb00k, takes a humorous look at how you can fit in with the hacker community. This sample chapter, taken from 1337 h4x0r h4ndb00k, discusses ten of...
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Book chapters
Deploy secured wireless networks
October 5, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Inside Network Perimeter Security, 2nd Edition covers techniques and methods for securing your wireless deployment. Learn about the pervasive nature of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Unleash the power of SQL Server Management Studio, Query Analyzer, and Visual Studio with these essential tools
September 10, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Master SQL Server Management Studio, Query Analyzer, and Visual Studio tools in this chapter download from Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition. First, learn how to use SQL Server Management...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Manage your BlackBerry from your desktop PC
September 13, 2007, 12:00am PDT
The BlackBerry 7100 series device is a powerful ultra portable computer than can be used entirely on its own to carry out a lot of interesting and useful tasks, but to truly get the most out of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Troubleshoot and resolve Windows Vista problems
May 9, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Tracking down the cause of problems with Windows Vista requires systematic troubleshooting, but at least you can take advantage of some new diagnostic tools. This sample chapter from Microsoft...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Design useful, professional-looking custom Vista gadgets
June 12, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Sidebar gadgets can bring useful and convenient functionality to the Vista desktop -- especially when you create a custom gadget to meet your own (or your users') specific needs. This chapter from...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Create a basic Web form application with C#
October 28, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself the C# Language in 21 Days, discusses how to use C# to create Web applications. Learn how to use C# with ASP.NET to create Web-centric dynamic...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Set your Web pages in motion with Dynamic HTML
October 7, 2005, 12:00am PDT
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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Book chapters
Optimize MySQL with these powerful tips
November 4, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from MySQL Administrator's Guide, explains various ways to optimize MySQL. Speed up your system by utilizing MySQL optimization techniques.This sample chapter, taken...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Gather information with HTML forms
February 15, 2006, 12:00am PST
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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Book chapters
Manipulate strings with PHP
February 22, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from PHP Phrasebook, discusses how to use PHP to manipulate strings. Of all data types PHP supports, strings are probably the ones most often used.This sample chapter,...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Create, move, rename, and delete files and directories in UNIX
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself UNIX in 24 Hours, 4th Edition, discusses how manipulate files and directories in UNIX. UNIX has several tremendously powerful commands that...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Secure your network with Snort intrusion prevention techniques
October 21, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Intrusion Detection with Snort, discusses some advanced concepts in using Snort as an alternative intrusion prevention device. Learn why Snort IDS is a smart...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Scale Microsoft SharePoint 2007 to meet the needs of your growing organization
May 31, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Any enterprise platform needs to be able to adjust, grow, and scale out to fit the needs of a changing organization. SharePoint is no exception to this rule. In this sample chapter from Microsoft...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Manage windows and programs in Windows Vista
June 8, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Windows Vista enables you to have full control over your windows and taskbar, modifying the way they work to suit your preferences. But only after mastering Windows Vista's interface and...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Troubleshoot and recover from problems in Windows Vista
June 15, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Computer problems, like the proverbial death and taxes, are certainties in life. And given Windows Vista's status as possibly the most complex software ever created, we can be reasonably sure that...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Read and write RSS feeds with XML
September 10, 2007, 12:00am PDT
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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Book chapters
Manage storage in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
September 27, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Gain an understanding of the many storage configuration schemes (some of which can be combined) in Red Hat Enterprise Linux in this chapter download from Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Administration....
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Downloads
Explore how Drupal works
January 13, 2010, 12:00am PST
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
-
Book chapters
Plan a successful migration to Exchange Server 2010
October 27, 2009, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter from Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Unleashed will help administrators implement their build or upgrade through standardized processes of planning, prototyping, and migrating...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency
October 20, 2009, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Working with the Windows 7 Registry
August 26, 2009, 12:00am PDT
In his recently published book Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed, author Paul McFedries introduces a variety of techniques, workarounds, obscure details, and customization tricks to help you get more...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Reduce cost and administration overhead with Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V
September 4, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Organizations are embracing server virtualization as a means of saving money and simplifying management of their network server environment. This sample chapter from Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Design useful, professional-looking custom Vista gadgets
June 12, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Sidebar gadgets can bring useful and convenient functionality to the Vista desktop -- especially when you create a custom gadget to meet your own (or your users') specific needs. This chapter from...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Leverage the power of Control Panel and group policies in Vista
May 28, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Control Panel and group policies in Windows Vista are powerful, flexible tools if you wield them correctly -- but a lot of people don't fully understand their capabilities or they create problems...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Troubleshoot and resolve Windows Vista problems
May 9, 2008, 12:00am PDT
Tracking down the cause of problems with Windows Vista requires systematic troubleshooting, but at least you can take advantage of some new diagnostic tools. This sample chapter from Microsoft...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Master PowerShell mechanics and tackle real-world tasks
April 17, 2008, 12:00am PDT
PowerShell enables you to automate and customize Windows admin tasks -- but to use it effectively, you need to understand how it works. This chapter from Windows PowerShell Unleashed takes you...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Get an inside look at System Center Operations Manager 2007
March 25, 2008, 12:00am PDT
System Center Operations Manager (OpsMgr) 2007 is designed to help you monitor and manage your IT services. But to deploy and support OpsMgr most effectively, it helps to know a little bit about...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Manage storage in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
September 27, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Gain an understanding of the many storage configuration schemes (some of which can be combined) in Red Hat Enterprise Linux in this chapter download from Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Administration....
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Send requests in Ajax using HTTP
September 27, 2007, 12:00am PDT
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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Book chapters
Manage your BlackBerry from your desktop PC
September 13, 2007, 12:00am PDT
The BlackBerry 7100 series device is a powerful ultra portable computer than can be used entirely on its own to carry out a lot of interesting and useful tasks, but to truly get the most out of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Read and write RSS feeds with XML
September 10, 2007, 12:00am PDT
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
-
Book chapters
Unleash the power of SQL Server Management Studio, Query Analyzer, and Visual Studio with these essential tools
September 10, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Master SQL Server Management Studio, Query Analyzer, and Visual Studio tools in this chapter download from Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition. First, learn how to use SQL Server Management...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Demystify the boot and shutdown processes in SUSE Linux
August 23, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Deconstruct the boot process employed by SUSE Linux in this chapter download from Linux Starter Kit, Second Edition. Study the steps involved when a user logs onto the system, as well as the full...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Format Web pages using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
August 23, 2007, 12:00am PDT
The Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) standard enables you to apply a property or group of properties to an object by applying a style to that object. Learn how to use CSS to control the presentation...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Beef up your Ubuntu Linux system admin toolkit with these essential system monitoring tools
August 3, 2007, 12:00am PDT
To keep systems in optimum shape, administrators need to be able to monitor them closely. Fortunately, Ubuntu provides a wealth of utilities designed to give you as much or as little feedback as...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Troubleshoot and recover from problems in Windows Vista
June 15, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Computer problems, like the proverbial death and taxes, are certainties in life. And given Windows Vista's status as possibly the most complex software ever created, we can be reasonably sure that...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Manage windows and programs in Windows Vista
June 8, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Windows Vista enables you to have full control over your windows and taskbar, modifying the way they work to suit your preferences. But only after mastering Windows Vista's interface and...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Scale Microsoft SharePoint 2007 to meet the needs of your growing organization
May 31, 2007, 12:00am PDT
Any enterprise platform needs to be able to adjust, grow, and scale out to fit the needs of a changing organization. SharePoint is no exception to this rule. In this sample chapter from Microsoft...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Fit in to the hacker community with these 10 laws of the geek
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from 1337 h4x0r h4ndb00k, takes a humorous look at how you can fit in with the hacker community. This sample chapter, taken from 1337 h4x0r h4ndb00k, discusses ten of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Create, move, rename, and delete files and directories in UNIX
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself UNIX in 24 Hours, 4th Edition, discusses how manipulate files and directories in UNIX. UNIX has several tremendously powerful commands that...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Secure your network with Snort intrusion prevention techniques
October 21, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Intrusion Detection with Snort, discusses some advanced concepts in using Snort as an alternative intrusion prevention device. Learn why Snort IDS is a smart...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Remotely administer Windows Server 2003 with best practices
September 20, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Insider Solutions, highlights some remote administration tools for managing Windows Server 2003 servers. Remote administration...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Deploy secured wireless networks
October 5, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Inside Network Perimeter Security, 2nd Edition covers techniques and methods for securing your wireless deployment. Learn about the pervasive nature of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Optimize Windows Server 2003 performance with these tuning techniques
September 21, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Insider Solutions, teaches you how to tune and optimize your Windows Server 2003 systems. Learn how to finetune and optimize...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Learn to use telnet, SSH, and ftp in UNIX
March 2, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself UNIX in 24 Hours, 4th Edition, discusses how to connect to other UNIX systems on the Internet using telnet, SSH, and ftp. Learn how to connect...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Automate administrative tasks with this powerful Windows Server 2003 scripting guide
September 16, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed, 2nd Edition, explains some basic scripting commands that will help you manage the Windows Server 2003 environment....
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Effectively back up a Windows Server 2003 environment
September 16, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed, 2nd Edition, explains some tips and tricks for implementing disaster recovery plans in your Windows Server 2003...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Learn to use MySQL column types
October 27, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' MySQL Language Reference, offers an overview of column types in MySQL. Learn about the different column types in MySQL, including numeric types, date and...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Optimize MySQL with these powerful tips
November 4, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from MySQL Administrator's Guide, explains various ways to optimize MySQL. Speed up your system by utilizing MySQL optimization techniques.This sample chapter, taken...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Gather information with HTML forms
February 15, 2006, 12:00am PST
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
-
Book chapters
Optimize and tune MySQL
December 6, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL and Apache All in One, 2nd Edition, teaches you how to properly optimize your MySQL server. Proper care and feeding of your MySQL...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Master advanced PHP error handling techniques
October 19, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Advanced PHP Programming discusses PHP's built-in support for error handling. In programming, both external errors and code logic errors are inescapable....
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Achieve Microsoft SQL Server High Availability with data replication
November 22, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams' Microsoft SQL Server High Availability, discusses how you can use data replication as a high availability solution. Data replication is a powerful feature of...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Manipulate strings with PHP
February 22, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from PHP Phrasebook, discusses how to use PHP to manipulate strings. Of all data types PHP supports, strings are probably the ones most often used.This sample chapter,...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Learn basic SQL commands
December 5, 2005, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL and Apache All in One, 2nd Edition, teaches you the basics of SQL, from table creation to manipulating records. Learn the core SQL...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Create a basic Web form application with C#
October 28, 2005, 12:00am PDT
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself the C# Language in 21 Days, discusses how to use C# to create Web applications. Learn how to use C# with ASP.NET to create Web-centric dynamic...
Provided by Sams Publishing
-
Book chapters
Create a photo gallery using CSS
January 26, 2006, 12:00am PST
This sample chapter, taken from Sams Teach Yourself CSS in 10 Minutes, discusses how to create a photo gallery using a series of floated div elements. You don't need to be a CSS expert to create...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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