We tapped the experts for their knowledge and methodology on various Web building endeavors to bring you the "how-to" information you need to get your work done. Storing XML Data
How you store your XML data depends on how you want to use it -- to maintain long-term persistence or to run queries against it, and so on. Learn about the different types of XML information and how they can be used. Making Tomcat Work with Apache
So you want to configure Tomcat to run as your application server and leave your static Web pages on your Apache server? This article walks you through the steps you need to follow. Generic Host Hardening for Any Computer
Every computer connected to the Internet is vulnerable to attack. Find out how to increase your computer's security through such measures as identifying a host's function; installing software patches, upgrades, and fixes; and setting up intrusion detection software. Architecting Secure Network Topologies
Your application may not be as safe as you think it is. Learn how to secure your network from the bottom up by getting the details on such topics as VLANs, VPNs, and the DMZ. Tuning Your iPlanet Web Server
Learn some simple optimizations for keeping your iPlanet Web Server's performance at a high level. How to Secure Services by Running in a Chrooted Environment
Go to jail. Go directly to jail -- a chroot jail, that is. Find out how to compartmentalize services using chroot and keep the bad guys where they belong: in jail. Tuning Your Apache Web Server
Are you trying to improve the performance of your Apache Web Server? Learn how to tweak configuration settings, called "directives" in Apache configuration files. STAR: Strategic Technology Architecture Roadmap
A senior IT architect explains the end-to-end framework that ties together all the architectures in an enterprise, with focus on the application infrastructure based on J2EE technology. Getting Started on Developing Web Services
A candid view of today's Web services landscape, its associated standards and technologies, and practical steps you can take to jumpstart development. Developing Polls and Surveys
Do you need to implement a poll for your company's Web site? Here's a checklist of considerations, along with some code snippets. Developing a Voice User Interface (VUI) System If you haven't already been asked to add a VUI to your GUI, you probably will sometime soon. Find out what skills you'll need to start developing for VUI now. Securing the Wireless Internet Using "Kilobyte" SSL
KSSL, a new implementation of the widely used SSL security standard, allows end-to-end secure transactions between wireless devices and secure Web servers for the first time. Find out how to use this new technology. Migrating a Web Site
If your company is expanding or moving to trim costs, then you need to know the keys to migrating a Web site from one physical location to another. Debugging Server-side Software
Debugging software can be a time sink unless you know how to identify problems quickly. Find out what tips to follow so you can reduce time spent on debugging. Deploying a Web Site: From Development to Staging to Production
Before you undertake Web site deployment, get familiar with the essentials -- deployment principles, server suggestions, and outsourcing considerations. Deploying Forums on Your Site Using Jive
Want to build a community, not just a Web site? Learn how to implement Jive, the open-source forum software written in the Java programming language, to allow users to interact with each other on your site. Optimizing Your Web Server
Do you have a lot of users who need to access your pages quickly? Then you need to find out about generic optimizations. Considering Personalization for Your Site
Perhaps you're thinking about offering personalization to your site users. If you are, you'll want to get to know the benefits and drawbacks of current technologies. A Nine-Step Process for Deriving Infrastructure Architecture from a J2EE Technology Application Architecture
This article provides a methodology for building an infrastructure that supports a J2EE application. Choosing a Load-Balancing Solution
Are you trying to improve your site's performance and reliability? Then find out what to look for when selecting a load-balancing solution. Internationalizing a Web Site, Part 2
This article is the second in a two-part series that identifies questions to ask and issues to consider before internationalizing your site. Internationalizing a Web Site, Part 1
This article is the first of a two-part series that identifies questions to ask and issues to consider before internationalizing your site. Building a Secure Site
If you're taking an ad-hoc approach to protecting your computer data, think again. Find out what it takes to prevent data loss and system downtime. Finding a Network File-Caching Solution
As your enterprise grows, improving network performance while keeping costs down becomes critical. Learn how to find a network file-caching solution that works for you. Scaling J2EE Technology Applications Based on Application Infrastructure Techniques (series)
Enabling Wireless Access to Dynamic Web Content
Find out how to enable your HTML Web content for PDA and WAP devices with this framework-independent coding approach.
Successful Deployment of an Intrusion Detection System
When deployed properly, an intrusion detection system (IDS) provides comprehensive network security. Learn what types of systems are available and how to select and deploy an effective IDS. Selecting Software for Hosting a Local Intranet Community
If you're thinking about establishing an intranet community, find out what questions to ask before purchasing software. How to Build a Data Warehouse
Implementing a data warehouse is a costly and complicated undertaking. Get the details about components, planning, and implementation. Tips for Choosing a Web Server
Are you in the market for a Web server? Find out what questions and criteria to consider before you make your selection. Document Tagging for Better Searches
How can you get your audience to find your Web site and the information on it? Learn what document tagging techniques to use to get good coverage in search engines and directories. Things to Consider When Selecting a Web Traffic Analysis Tool
How can you track real visitors to your Web site and get truly useful statistics? Our Audience Analyst offers advice on choosing and using traffic analysis packages. Sun XSLT Compiler Speeds Up Transformation of XML Files
The XSLT Compiler allows faster XML data processing using Java-based technology and improves performance for Internet access devices, even PalmPilots and PDAs. What to Look for When Deploying a VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Are you looking for a cost-effective way to build communication among employees or among employees and customers? Find out what you need to know when selecting a virtual private network (VPN). Creating an Effective Disaster Recovery Plan
If a disaster strikes, do you have a plan in place to safeguard all your important information? Get the details on what you need to do to protect your Internet operations during an unexpected event. Considerations for Building a Transparent Firewall Complex
You need to protect your business from hackers, denial-of-service attacks, and thefts of proprietary information. Find out what factors to consider when selecting an effective firewall complex. Checklist for Selecting a Co-location Facility
You're paying a lot of money for those server racks. Make sure you ask the right questions upfront to ensure you meet your requirements. Ten Things to Know About Selecting a Content Management System
Unless your site is never going to grow beyond 10 pages, you better be sure you have the right content management system in place. But how do you know what to look for? Read this and find out. |
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