Learn how to use Windows 95 to easily and instantly communicate with the world. This one-of-a-kind resource digs deep into the communication powers of Windows 95 uncovering little known tips and techniques about OLE 2.0, DDE, Telephony, TCP/IP, PPP, HyperTerminal, MAPI, PCMCIA, Voice View Modems and more. Includes expert tips for using Microsoft Network, Internet, CompuServe, and more.
Here is a comprehensive, hands-on guide that reveals the undocumented and little-known aspects of networking with Windows 95. Beginning with secrets, tips, and techniques for installation, configuration, use and management, Kevin Stoltz then moves on to provide insider tips for using Windows 95 with other networks, and more. The CD-ROM contains powerful Windows 95 tools, utilities, and accessories.
This anniversary edition which has stood the test of time as a runaway best-seller provides a practical, straight-forward guide to achieving security throughout computer networks. No theory, no math, no fiction of what should be working but isn't, just the facts. Known as the master of cryptography, Schneier uses his extensive field experience with his own clients to dispel the myths that often mislead IT managers as they try to build secure systems. A much-touted section: Schneier's tutorial on just what cryptography (a subset of computer security) can and cannot do for them, has received far-reaching praise from both the technical and business community. Praise for Secrets and Lies "This is a business issue, not a technical one, and executives can no longer leave such decisions to techies. That's why Secrets and Lies belongs in every manager's library."-Business Week "Startlingly lively....a jewel box of little surprises you can actually use."-Fortune "Secrets is a comprehensive, well-written work on a topic few business leaders can afford to neglect."-Business 2.0 "Instead of talking algorithms to geeky programmers, [Schneier] offers a primer in practical computer security aimed at those shopping, communicating or doing business online-almost everyone, in other words."-The Economist "Schneier...peppers the book with lively anecdotes and aphorisms, making it unusually accessible."-Los Angeles Times With a new and compelling Introduction by the author, this premium edition will become a keepsake for security enthusiasts of every stripe.
Co-published by ASME Press, IEEE Press, and SPIE, this new edition keeps you abreast of sweeping changes in the online world with... -- prequalified technological resources -- sites that represent the full breadth of your specialty -- mega-resource sites for specific disciplines -- new Internet tools and Web browsersDesigned for both novices and experienced users of the vast technical resources available online, this straight-forward, easy-to-understand book contains both an introduction to the basics and a handy directory to databases and other useful science tools. Every step is covered -- from connecting to the Net and logging on, to locating information (including more than 200 pages of scientific resources). The conversational writing style leads you easily through each function. The practical tips are not overwhelming in detail and show you how and where to find your engineering colleagues on the Net. You find what you need fast.Information to Help You Get the Job DoneThis well thought-out reference allows you to jump right into the Internet jetstream. Divided into two parts, the book first delves into Internet accessing, tools, and navigation -- as well as what is available, including e-mail, e-mail servers, mailing lists, file formats, and the basic Internet services -- Telnet, FTP, Usenet Newsgroups, search tools, databases, and the powerful and user-friendly World Wide Web.The second part focuses on scientific and engineering resources. You find out exactly how to gain instant access to incredible quantities of information -- from aerospace to virtual reality. You also learn how to access just-published materials and how to collaborate with colleaguesworldwide. This section gives you a comprehensive and prescreened slice of the best the Web has to offer practicing scientists and engineers.
