I've been entrenched with JSP heavily for the last couple of years, so I haven't familiarised myself with PHP yet. I needed a book that would show me a larger picture than I got in a web developer's job, and showed me how to put it together with more modern techniques. This book is a perfect example of why I choose O'Reilly whenever in doubt. Chapter 1 is an overview of how web applications are put together. Chapter 2 goes through all the basic PHP syntax (stuff that would take other books several fluffy dry chapters to process). Chapter 3 gets you through all the mySQL and sql basics so you feel comfortable with that, too. There's no 4 page tutotial entitled: "Using a text editor: Wordpad" There's also no kitch "Employee Database" example cop-out. Instead, Hugh and Dave give a realistic and usable storefront application. This book alone is probably enough for the independent web developer to get a functional site up for her/himself or a client.
Being the world's largest consumer of computer software, the U.S. Government has the ability to promote the widespread use and continued development of open source software through its purchasing policies.
Not only would many government agencies benefit from the added reliability and security which OSS products provide, but the increased demand for these products would encourage more corporations and independent programmers to embrace OSS methods. This trend has already begun on a small scale: the U.S. Postal Service, for example, uses a highly modified version of Linux to read addresses on envelopes electronically. Many other agencies use Linux for network administration tasks, as it is considerably more affordable then the competing Windows NT software. A risk-free way to assess the benefits of OSS to particular government agencies would be for Congress to initiate a study by the General Accounting Office. The conclusions of such a study could serve as a road map for future software procurement. The study could address the following questions:
1) Does open source software deliver more reliability and security relative to its cost than proprietary software? 2) Which government agencies could benefit from a transition to open source software, such as the Linux operating system? 3) Would it be feasible for these agencies to begin a transition to the use of open source software?
Is it just me, or is Caldera becoming about as irrelevant as a company can get? The thrust of their Linux strategy now seems to be, "Um yeah, it'll run great in our terminal software for Windows users."
Let's drop the stupidity of the old PC client/server model. Although that model is much more sane with Unix, it still isn't very scalable or low-maintence.
A thin client, or hybrid thin-client approach is the answer in most corporate environments. We all saw what a city in FL is doing in terms of Linux on the desktop - served apps, much lighter weight clients. This is cost-effective and reliable.
For the home user, yes, Linux on the desktop is a great idea. But it can't be a replacement for Windows on the home desktop - that's throwing hard work at a bad idea. Instead, the focus should be on hiding the user from the complexities of application installation, etc. Windows fails at that. My dad has no idea how to install applications, or why he would want to. We can't be successful if Linux on the desktop is as hard as Windows on the desktop.
Of course, for tech-heads, Linux on the desktop is still viable. But we're not most people.
Five little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head.
Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Four little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped her head.
Papa called the Doctor and the Doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Three little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped his head.
Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
Two little monkeys jumping on the bed,
One fell off and bumped her head.
Papa called the Doctor and the Doctor said,
"No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"
One little monkey jumping on the bed,
He fell off and bumped his head.
Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said,
"Put those monkeys straight to bed!"
that scares the mainstream away from Linux. Zealots and fanatics, one in the same, and all fucking anal. Must I always remember to call it *Microsoft* Windows, or is Windows ok? How about *Apple* OSX?
RMS: Get a life, you fucking psycho. Go play a flute and stare at some butterflies.
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he is refering to your comment.
Fucking Apple zealots WORSE then Linux zealots.
Alas, you did not, you ass.
http://spinster.org/my_photos/
Damn, she is an ugly woman. If you can masturbate to that, more power to ya.
That would be Smuckers, not Pepperidge Farms.
I've been entrenched with JSP heavily for the last couple of years, so I haven't familiarised myself with PHP yet. I needed a book that would show me a larger picture than I got in a web developer's job, and showed me how to put it together with more modern techniques.
This book is a perfect example of why I choose O'Reilly whenever in doubt. Chapter 1 is an overview of how web applications are put together. Chapter 2 goes through all the basic PHP syntax (stuff that would take other books several fluffy dry chapters to process). Chapter 3 gets you through all the mySQL and sql basics so you feel comfortable with that, too.
There's no 4 page tutotial entitled: "Using a text editor: Wordpad" There's also no kitch "Employee Database" example cop-out. Instead, Hugh and Dave give a realistic and usable storefront application. This book alone is probably enough for the independent web developer to get a functional site up for her/himself or a client.
Please moderate this up, funniest post so far today.
Being the world's largest consumer of computer software, the U.S. Government has the ability to promote the widespread use and continued development of open source software through its purchasing policies.
Not only would many government agencies benefit from the added reliability and security which OSS products provide, but the increased demand for these products would encourage more corporations and independent programmers to embrace OSS methods. This trend has already begun on a small scale: the U.S. Postal Service, for example, uses a highly modified version of Linux to read addresses on envelopes electronically. Many other agencies use Linux for network administration tasks, as it is considerably more affordable then the competing Windows NT software. A risk-free way to assess the benefits of OSS to particular government agencies would be for Congress to initiate a study by the General Accounting Office. The conclusions of such a study could serve as a road map for future software procurement. The study could address the following questions:
1) Does open source software deliver more reliability and security relative to its cost than proprietary software?
2) Which government agencies could benefit from a transition to open source software, such as the Linux operating system?
3) Would it be feasible for these agencies to begin a transition to the use of open source software?
Is it just me, or is Caldera becoming about as irrelevant as a company can get? The thrust of their Linux strategy now seems to be, "Um yeah, it'll run great in our terminal software for Windows users."
Let's drop the stupidity of the old PC client/server model. Although that model is much more sane with Unix, it still isn't very scalable or low-maintence.
A thin client, or hybrid thin-client approach is the answer in most corporate environments. We all saw what a city in FL is doing in terms of Linux on the desktop - served apps, much lighter weight clients. This is cost-effective and reliable.
For the home user, yes, Linux on the desktop is a great idea. But it can't be a replacement for Windows on the home desktop - that's throwing hard work at a bad idea. Instead, the focus should be on hiding the user from the complexities of application installation, etc. Windows fails at that. My dad has no idea how to install applications, or why he would want to. We can't be successful if Linux on the desktop is as hard as Windows on the desktop.
Of course, for tech-heads, Linux on the desktop is still viable. But we're not most people.
CLIT, it's not just for breakfast anymore.
Trollaxor likes to range rumps. The time he did in prison was voluntary.
Pr0n_king is the FP Master... you are just swimming in his wake.
A loooooow hug!
Five little monkeys jumping on the bed, One fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" Four little monkeys jumping on the bed, One fell off and bumped her head. Papa called the Doctor and the Doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" Three little monkeys jumping on the bed, One fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" Two little monkeys jumping on the bed, One fell off and bumped her head. Papa called the Doctor and the Doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" One little monkey jumping on the bed, He fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the Doctor and the Doctor said, "Put those monkeys straight to bed!"
n/t
You are an ignorant tit, and a troll.
Stop trolling the trolls, you troll.
This site sucks!
And so does your momma.
Hello.
the fact that a flounder in the hand is better than two in the bush.
A looooow hug!
Gimme some sugar, baby.
I bet she would be impressed with that! You are the best.... is that all you could come up with?
Pathetic.
She is probably scheming how she is going to kill you right now.
that scares the mainstream away from Linux. Zealots and fanatics, one in the same, and all fucking anal. Must I always remember to call it *Microsoft* Windows, or is Windows ok? How about *Apple* OSX?
RMS: Get a life, you fucking psycho. Go play a flute and stare at some butterflies.
Now this is funny. What the fuck are you moderators smoking (besides a peepee)?
Mod this the fuck up! NOW!
That was post 3551169.
Deathrace 2000.
PERIOD.
You can stop posting now.