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Kevin Hoffman, Lonny Kruger

Microsoft Visual C# .NET 2003 Unleashed is a comprehensive reference and learning guide for the .NET Framework, using C# as the instructional language. The reader will be exposed to everything from low-level information on the Garbage Collector all the way to advanced concepts like creating applications that use Enterprise Services, creating Web Services, and even advanced Windows GUI. This book acts as the definitive source of information for any C# programmer, whether they've been using C# since the original beta or whether they're learning the language and the .NET Framework for the first time. The book's lay-flat design makes it ideal as a desk reference, and the online searching and indexing through Safari make it the perfect tool for the developer who needs information quickly.

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Bruce Hallberg

"Get a solid introduction to networking fundamentals using this practical guideLearn the basics of networking with this hands-on introductory resource. You'll get all the core information you need to get started--including design and configuration, hardware, networking protocols, clients, security--plus, you'll get 8 pages of blueprints that map out basic network design topologies. Now updated in a new edition, this guide contains expanded coverage of TCP/IP, firewalls and encryption methods, disaster recovery, NetWare 5.1, Linux, and Windows 2000 Server. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style this book offers the right mix of key concepts and technical know-how to make this invaluable for both novices and more experienced network professionals alike. Whether you're just beginning your career in networking, studying for a networking certification exam, or looking to refresh your current knowledge this is the only book you need.Gain an understanding of networking from a corporate perspective Learn the differences between peer-to-peer and client-server networking Get details on networking hardware components and the OSI model Understand LAN and WAN connections--including ethernet, token ring, ATM, frame relay, and more Work with network protocols--TCP/IP, DNS, Telnet, AppleTalk, IPX/SPX and others Choose backup strategies and learn about disaster recovery methods Install, set up, and administer NetWare 5.1, Windows 2000 Server, and Linux Maintain and troubleshoot workstations effectively"

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Brad Dayley, Lisa DaNae Dayley, and Ron Tanner

To help customers reduce the growing cost of managing employee computers both in the office and on the road, Novell created Novell® ZENworks® for Desktops 4. ZENworks stands for Zero Effort Networks. Built to operate over the Internet as well as internal networks, ZENworks for Desktops 4 automates key network management tasks so IT professionals save time and money that can be spent on other projects or put directly to the company's bottom line. This guide allows the reader to leverage the power of ZENworks to manage all of the desktops on a network from a single point of administration.

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Paul Wilton and John W. Colby

Taking readers through the basics of the language, right up to some more advanced topics, this book is a practical, hands-on resource and aims to keep the reader involved at all timesFocuses on the SQL standard and is loaded with detailed examples and code; each chapter includes practice exercises that readers can challenge themselves with before looking at the sample solutions in the appendixPaul Wilton is a successful Wrox "Beginning" book author and is an ideal author to write for those who want a firm grasp of standard SQL before learning the details specific to a particular database productSQL is an international standard for manipulating data in databases and is used by database programmers in all major database systems: Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, MySQL, and many others