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Build Dynamic, Database-Driven Web SitesPHP is a fully developed, server-side embedded scripting language, and its importance for web application development has grown with the rise of the Apache web server. Are you a novice programmer? This book starts with the basics and takes you wherever you want to go. A seasoned pro? You'll be amazed at how much you can capitalize on PHP's power and object-oriented support, and how it leverages your knowledge of other languages. Finally, if you're a PHP user in search of an authoritative reference, you need look no further. Mastering PHP 4.1 guides you through all levels of real-world web programming problems and provides expert advice on which solutions work best.Coverage Includes:Reading and writing filesVali...

Oracle8i is Oracle's flagship database product and runs on Windows, Unix, and Linux. This text provides intermediate to advanced coverage of Oracle8i with a strong focus on Web issues. The companion CD-ROM includes the Oracle8i Enterprise Edition, a collection of Oracle DBA utilities, Oracle KnowledgeBase reference information from RevealNet, and a fully searchable electronic edition of the book....

MySQL Can Do More, and Now You Need to Know MoreMySQL has proved it can compete with the big names in database management, such as SQL Server and Oracle, and with MySQL 4 this is truer than ever. Mastering MySQL 4 is your one-stop resource for all the information you need to create, maintain, use, and extend a MySQL database. It's also essential reading for anyone developing database applications in a MySQL environment. If you're new to MySQL, this is a great way to get up and running--fast. If you're upgrading, it will help you get all you can out of new features and support. Coverage includes:* Installing MySQL* Adding, removing, and updating records* Choosing appropriate table types* Choosing appropriate data types* Optimizing MySQL queries* Desig...

This expert guide covers what you need to know to program with Visual Basic 2008, employ the latest Visual Studio 2008 tools, and operate efficiently within the .NET Framework. In an easy-to-follow style, the book moves from in-depth explanations to practical instruction to real-world examples. Explore basic coding in VB 2008 and learn to build interfaces without coding by using Visual Studio 2008's drag-and-drop visual tools. You?ll get up to speed on LINQ and handle key tasks such as programming TreeView controls, and more....

All the Documentation You Need for Successfully Deploying Exchange Server 2003Author Barry Gerber shares his extensive real-world experience in easy-to-understand language in this comprehensive guide to Microsoft's messaging and collaboration server. Mastering Exchange Server 2003 systematically and sequentially walks you through all the essential concepts of planning and design, installation, deployment, administration and management, maintenance, and troubleshooting. With detailed background information, clear step-by-step, hands-on instructions, and realistic examples, Gerber teaches you how to devise and implement a system that is just right for your environment. He then leads you to the next level with advanced coverage on reliability and availa...