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The Importance of Mental Stimulation For Improving Your Memory

The Importance of Mental Stimulation For Improving Your Memory A number of studies have indicated that people who are mentally stimulated have a much lower chance of developing debilitating memory disorders such as Alzheimer’s. Senior citizens who regularly engage in activities that allow them to exercise their minds are also at a reduced risk of developing memory problems. What this shows is that there is a connection between mental stimulation and the development of diseases which effect the memory. Mental stimulation can come in a variety of different forms. Those who are socially active tend to have higher levels of…
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The Connection Between Physical Exercise and Memory

The Connection Between Physical Exercise and Memory As more research is conducted on the brain, it has become more apparent to scientists that the connections between the body and mind are stronger than were previously imagined. Not only is physical exercise important for keeping the body healthy, but it has also become apparent that it may reduce the chances of a person developing dementia or other memory disorders. There are a number of reasons why this occurs. Physical exercise has an effect on the cardiovascular system that is well documented. It seems that there is a connection between the health…
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How Lateral Thinking Can Be Used To Solve Problems

How Lateral Thinking Can Be Used To Solve Problems Lateral thinking is a problem solving technique that was developed by Edward de Bono. It can be defined as methods which are used to alter the perception of a problem. Lateral thinking is a technique that requires large amounts of reasoning. It is a good technique to use in situations where pure logic may not be useful. The goal of using lateral thinking is to move your mind away from thinking which is pragmatic and orthodoxed. People who use lateral thinking tend to come up with unorthodoxed solutions to problems, and…
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The Connection Between Innovation and Problem Solving

The Connection Between Innovation and Problem Solving Innovation can be defined as the ability to create something new based on knowledge that has been attained. In order for something to be new, it must be radically different from things which are already in existence. The nature of innovation is important when it comes to problem solving. Often, the goal of those who use innovation is to solve problems. Innovation plays an important role in virtually every aspect of your life. Though it is usually connected to business, technology, or engineering, and can even be useful on a personal level. You…
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The Importance of Reductionism In The Problem Solving Process

The Importance of Reductionism In The Problem Solving Process Reductionism is a type of philosophy that can be applied to the problem solving process. It basically states that complex objects can be simplified in a way that makes them easier to understand. Reductionism can be use for virtually anything, but it is commonly used to refer to biology, theories, or objects. It is generally used to refer to scientific problems, but it can also be used for any problem that you encounter. The Reductionism thought process can be defined in the expression "complexity equals compound simplicity." Many people find that…
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The Use of Trial and Error To Solve Problems

The Use of Trial and Error To Solve Problems Some complex problems can be solved by a technique that is called trial and error. Trial and error is typically good for problems where you have multiple chances to get the correct solution. However, this is not a good technique for problems that don’t give you multiple chances to find a solution. An example of situations where you wouldn’t want to use trial and error are diffusing a bomb or performing an operation on a patient. In these situations, making an error can lead to disaster. Trial and error is used…
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Wicked Problems

Wicked Problems Many problems in math or puzzles can be solved with a number of different methods such as trial and error, brainstorming, and reductionism. Many of these problems could be called static or well defined. However, what happens when you run into a problem that is incomplete, or has requirements that continue to change? This is a problem that is much more difficult to solve, and is referred to as being a "wicked problem." The idea of wicked problems were first developed by H. J. Rittel and M. Webber. The solutions to wicked problems are hard to solve because…
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Memory In The Information Age

Memory In The Information Age While we live in what is commonly called the information age, in reality we live in an age of data. There is a key difference between data and information. Information tends to be useful, while data may or may not be. The problem with our world of today is that we have excessive amounts of data, and much of it is not important. When you look at it from this perspective, it is easy to see why more people have trouble remembering things than ever before. They have trouble remembering things because they are constantly…
July 19, 2006 - - Comments:

How Leaders Can Build A Strong Team

How Leaders Can Build A Strong Team To be a great leader, you will want to build a powerful team. It doesn’t matter how successful you are or plan to be. To succeed, you must know how to assemble the best people. This is important whether you are a coach, general, or corporate executive. The team that you build will play a role in the success or failure of your organization. In this article I will discuss the importance of building a powerful team. While you will hear many people talk about the importance of teamwork, many of them don’t…
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How To Develop A Powerful Vision

How To Develop A Powerful Vision One thing that all great leaders have in common is vision. If you wish to improve your leadership skills, you to will need to have a powerful vision. But it is not just enough to retain it in your head. You will need to design what is called a strategic plan. The strategic plan will need to be composed of six things, and these are your future vision, a statement that shows your goals, the values that will demonstrate your actions, strategies that you will use to succeed, and a guide which shows your…
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How To Go From Being a Manager To a Leader

How To Go From Being a Manager To a Leader If you are currently a manager, it is likely you have been trained rational methods for managing employees. You probably use reason, logic, and a bunch of other techniques which are rational. While these skills are good for someone who wants to be a manager, they are not good for someone who wants to be a great leader. To become a leader, being logical is not enough. You must know how to influence those that follow you. Numerous studies have shown that emotional intelligence is much more important than logic…
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Understanding Online Colleges

Understanding Online Colleges There can be no doubt that the internet has brought about a revolution. It has changed the way we play, conduct business, and learn. Some feel that the educational aspect of the internet has arrived rather late. In any event, online colleges are changing the way people learn, and it is highly unlikely that will go back to the old way of doing things. Research has shown that the number of students attending online classes has continued to increase, and approximately 2 million students are currently in attendance. However, it should be noted that the number of…
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The General Responsibilities and Duties of an Interior Decorator

The General Responsibilities and Duties of an Interior Decorator Many individuals will take it upon themselves to decorate their homes and offices. However, some may find they have trouble getting the right look that they want for their interior design. This is where interior decorators enter the picture. Interior decorators make a profession out of having an eye for decorating and being able to take a plain room and make it into a fantastic one. There are many different duties and responsibilities which an interior decorator undertakes on a daily basis in their quest for designing and furnishing the perfect…
July 17, 2006 - - Comments:

Java Overview

Java Overview Java is a programming language that is object oriented. It was created in the 1990s by James Gosling, who worked with Sun Microsystems. While most programming languages are designed to be compiled in to basic code, Java is designed to be compiled to bytecode. This bytecode can then be processed by the Java Virtual Machine. A lot of the code that Java uses is taken from programming languages such as C++. However, Java uses an approach which is much more simple than C++ or C. The creators of Java have five important philosophical goals for the language. Java…
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The Role of a Principal

The Role of a Principal A principal has a very important role to fulfill in their daily job duties and responsibilities. They are the guiding force which makes schools what they are today. The following information will detail the general responsibilities of a principal as well as their specific duties. In addition, there are various traits principals should possess and these too will be discussed below. By reviewing the following information, one can gain better insight into the role of a principal and determine whether or not this is something they would like to pursue as a desired occupation. What…
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General Responsibilities and Specific Duties of a Preschool Teacher

General Responsibilities and Specific Duties of a Preschool Teacher A preschool teacher is an individual who has a very important role in regard to their job duties. They are the men and women who are responsible for caring for young children while teaching them various things along the way. These individuals are the first teachers to provide instruction to the children and they have many different general responsibilities and specific duties in their daily teaching role. What Is A Preschool Teacher? A preschool teacher is responsible for teaching children, usually up to the age of 5, about things related to…
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General Information Regarding the Occupation of an Auditor

General Information Regarding the Occupation of an Auditor An auditor is an individual who has an important role regarding the financial well-being of a company or corporation. This individual will perform a wide variety of duties and tasks related to the financial standing of an entity. The auditor will work with various companies and corporations to assure financial compliance as well. The following will provide an overview as to the general responsibilities and specific duties of which an auditor must undertake in his job. Although these are not all of the tasks which every auditor must complete in their daily…
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The Important Duties and Responsibilities of an Agricultural Scientist

The Important Duties and Responsibilities of an Agricultural Scientist An agricultural scientist has a very important role to play in society. Many individuals may not realize the important work an agricultural scientist completes on a daily basis which makes the living environment much more pleasant for everyone. It is important to look at the important duties and responsibilities an agricultural scientist carries out and learn more about this job position. What Is An Agricultural Scientist? An agricultural scientist is an individual who performs studies and sets up experiments relating to the environment. The agricultural scientist will prepare laboratory setups and…
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Questions You Should Be Prepared For During A Job Interview

Questions You Should Be Prepared For During A Job Interview While the way you answer questions during a job interview will only play a small role in whether or not you are hired, it is important to pay attention to them. Going to a job interview can be stressful, especially if it is a highly competitive position with a large number of applicants. Taking the time to prepare will help you get rid of some of the stress. The first thing you will want to do is look at the typicaly interview questions which will be raised by the interviewer….
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How To Get Past An Employment Gap

How To Get Past An Employment Gap If you have not been employed for some time, you may be concerned about how you can get back into the work force. Many employers feel that it is risky to hire someone who has had a large gap in their work history. More than ever before, companies are hiring employees who are highly qualified. If you have an employment gap which is larger than four years, competing against these people can be a great challenge. Before we go over some strategies you can use to deal with this, it is first important…
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How You Should Dress For A Job Interview

How You Should Dress For A Job Interview While dressing appropriately for a job interview may sound like common sense, you would be surprised by the number of people who fail to do it. A recent study found that many applicants are showing up to job interviews wearing sneakers, sweatpants, and jeans. Other people wore outfits which showed body piercings. In addition this, some people chewed gum, or came to the interview with wrinkled clothes. When you go to an interview like this, you are basically telling a potential employer not to hire you. In fact, you are wasting both…
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The Importance of Internships

The Importance of Internships Internships are known for giving students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real world environments. At the same time, they will also develop skills which will help them perform better at their jobs. Internships greatly increase the chances that a student will gain full time employment after graduation. In this article, we will look at internships, and how they can assist students in performing well at their jobs. One problem commonly cited by employers is that many graduates do not have the practical skills necessary to excel in the job market. They also feel that…
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How To Create a Good Cover Letter

How To Create a Good Cover Letter In addition to your resume, writing a good cover letter will play an important part in whether or not you are considered for a position. If you are writing a cover letter for the first time, it can be a challenging task. Despite this, there are a number of things you can do to make sure your cover letter is professional. After you’ve written a few cover letters, you will become an expert, and will never again have any fears about writing them. A cover letter is a document which is attached to…
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How To Become a Great Leader

How To Become a Great Leader One thing that all great leaders have in common is strong beliefs. Once you understand your beliefs, you can next look at your group to determine if those beliefs are being promoted. To be a great leader, you don’t want to waste time worrying about things that are not directly connected to your beliefs. You must focus on yourself and your goals. Many people have misconceptions about what it takes to be a good leader. Some will tell you it is a natural gift, while others will say a leader must be tall or…
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The Secrets of Successful Leaders

The Secrets of Successful Leaders If you wish to be a great leader, you will want to have a deep understanding of what is valuable to you. It is also essential for you to understand ethics. A great leader will showcase their ethics and values in their behavior. A common problem that many leaders have is trust from those that follow them. When you don’t showcase your ethics or values, people will be wary of trusting you. The reason for this is because they can’t be certain of what actions you will perform. When people understand the value and ethics…
July 17, 2006 - - Comments:

Accreditation For Online Colleges

What You Should Know About Accreditation For Online Colleges One of the most common concerns of people who are considering taking online classes is accreditation. If an online college is accredited by the right organizations, graduates will get excellent jobs where they earn a high income. However, a degree which is earned from a non-accredited school can lead to a situation where a student has wasted time, energy, and money for nothing. Because of this, understanding the process of accreditation will allow you to pick an online college which allows you to gain the education you need. It is important…
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Save Money When Taking Online Classes

Tips Which Can Allow You To Save Money When Taking Online Classes While the cost of attending an online university is typically lower than traditional colleges, they can still be expensive. Despite this, there are a number of things you can do to save money. In this article, I will go over a number of things you can do to dramatically cut the cost of getting an online education. The first thing you will want to do is apply for as many scholarships as possible. A scholarship is money which is awarded by governments or organizations to students who excel…
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How To Write A Killer Resume

How To Write A Killer Resume When you apply for a job, it can be argued that your resume is the single most important factor to whether or not you will be hired. It is not uncommon for people to spend days making sure they create the perfect resume. Making even small mistakes on your resume can cause you not to get hired, even if you’re qualified for the job. In this article I will show you some powerful tips you can use to create a resume which will impress any prospective employer. The first thing you should look at…
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Ajax, Web Services & XML Part II

Ajax, Web Services & XML Part II Last time we created an Ajax application that wrapped an XML request in a SOAP envelope and called a web service. The web service returned another SOAP stream with a listing of theaters, movies and show times. We settled for showing the data in a textarea. In this installment we’ll go the final yard and parse the XML into tabular data to be displayed in the browser. If you look at file ajax2b.html you’ll see that the “updateMe()” method has been updated to call the ActiveXObject “Microsoft.XMLDOM”. Obviously, this method works only for…
July 16, 2006 - - Comments:

Ajax, Web Services & XML Part I

Last time we looked at Ajax and how to create a remote call to a service. We passed no parameters and received a simple text string. In this installment, we look at calling a web service using the SOAP protocol and XML. The response will come back to us in an XML document which we will display in a textarea. As explained in the article “Introduction to Web Services” , a web service is basically a web site that receives a request and processes it and returns XML instead of HTML. The XML must have a format that can be…
July 16, 2006 - - Comments:

Avoid Getting Fired From Your Old Job While looking for new one

How To Avoid Getting Fired From Your Old Job While Looking For a New One Even if you hate your job, it is best not to quit while you’re still employed. Finding a new job while you’re still employed at your old job is a great way to go from paycheck to paycheck without missing a beat. If you quit your old job before you’ve found a new one, it could take you weeks or months to find a new job, and this could put you in a financial strain. If you apply for a job while you’re still employed,…
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How To Find A Good Job

How To Find A Good Job There are a number of different methods you can use to find a job today. Understanding the different tools which can help you search for jobs will give you an edge over those who limit themselves to a single source. The first thing you will want to do before looking for job is to write up a good resume. If the job is very professional you will need both a resume and a curriculum vitae. You will also want to make sure you use a cover letter. Resumes should always be submitted for full-time…
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What You Should Know About Salary Increases

What You Should Know About Salary Increases If you are an employee, you may feel that you are not being paid enough money for your work. If this is the case, you may be surprised to find that you are not alone. A survey which was taken for thousands of employees showed that over 60% felt they were being underpaid. Many of these same people also revealed they would be looking for another job within a few months. The interesting thing about this study is that it also revealed that only 19% of those taking the survey were underpaid. A…
July 16, 2006 - - Comments:

When You Should Quit Your Job

When You Should Quit Your Job There are a number of reasons why you may want to quit your job. While quitting a job is typically seen as being negative to most people, there are situations in which leaving your job for good is the best option. In the end, it is best to look out for your own welfare. If your job requires you to work too many hours, or you find that you’re unhappy with what you’re doing, it is time to start making plans to quit. One situation in which you may want to quit your job…
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Why Nonverbal Communication Is Important During Interviews

Why Nonverbal Communication Is Important During Interviews When most people go to a job interview, they are under the impression that their verbal communication is the most important factor in whether or not they will be hired. In reality, your verbal communication will only make up about 7% of the things a prospective empoyer will be looking for. In contrast, your body language makes up about 55% of what an employer will be looking for, while nonverbal communication makes up about 38%. Based on these figures, it is easy to see that body language and nonverbal communication is much more…
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How Much Are You Worth In Your Career?

How Much Are You Worth In Your Career? Surveys which have been taken for careers have demonstrated that about 89% of Americans listed the salary as the most important element in finding a job. At the same time, nearly 50% of those taking these surveys felt that they were underpaid. When you are looking for a job, it is important to make sure it pays you enough money. The salary that you earn from a job should be based on the market rate. Many people also fail to realize that it is possible to negotiate their salaries or raises. To…
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How To Improve Your Memory

How To Improve Your Memory If you are having problems because you are forgetting important things, you will naturally want to take the necessary steps to improve your memory. If you are getting older, it is important to remember that the aging process has been connected to memory loss. However, this doesn’t mean that you have to suffer. There are a number of things you can do to ensure that your memory stays as sharp as possible. If you are forgetting things at a much faster rate than you used to, this is a sign that you may need to…
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Leadership Styles

Leadership Styles One factor in becoming a successful leader is choosing the right leadership style. The style that you choose to use will play a role in your success or failure. As you can imagine, there is no one leadership style that will work for all situations. To become a good leader, you will need to know when to use a certain leadership style for a given situation. There are six simple leadership styles that you will want to become familiar with. In this article I will go over them, and you can decide which one is best to use…
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Online Degrees

Online Degrees The two most common college programs you will find online are the associate and bachelors degrees. Statistics show that those who earn an associates degree will earn at least $127 more per week than those who do not. The online associates degree program will typically cover general studies, and can last up to two years. It can be completed entirely on the internet. This program is excellent for those who are just starting college and wish to get their bachelor’s or master’s degrees. To earn your associate degree online, you are not required to have previous qualifications. However,…
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Leadership Tips

Leadership Tips To become a great leader, your followers must be able to respect you. There are a number of tips you will want to follow to gain and keep the respect of those you lead. There are a lot of mistakes made by people who wish to be leaders, and they are often made because they don’t understand what people want. One common problem made by leaders is expecting people to follow them because they have a certain title. It is not enough for you to have the title of CEO or captain. A title is nothing if people…
July 15, 2006 - - Comments:

What Is an Essay?

What Is an Essay? An essay is a type of document in which you present an organized set of ideas. These ideas can be about anything you’re interested in writing about. It will need to be written and presented in a professional manner. Your essay has to be organized correctly, and it should be presented in a way which is easy to read and understand. When people read it, they should not have trouble understanding your points and arguments. It will also help if your essay has a style which will impress the reader. When you write an essay, your…
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How To Use Java DB as Your Client Mobile Database

How To Use Java DB as Your Client Mobile Database A database which is embedded in a Java application can be an excellent idea which has a lot of potential. It is currently possible to use it for a client portable database in both browser and desktop programs. In addition to this, it could also be used as a backup database if your network database is not working. The purpose of a network database should be to hold a large amount of data related to businesses or other information. Of course, most databases have information about things which are not…
July 14, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Run J2ME Programs on Palm Devices

How To Run J2ME Programs on Palm Devices Palm products are very popular mobile communication tools which have a large number of properties. Because of the properties that these devices have, they have been combined with programs such as Java. Products such as the Palm Treo are being used to run a number of Java MIDP programs. Runtime support is provided, and it will allow these systems to work together. It is possible to combine your J2ME programs with the Palm operating system by using WEME. To do this, you will need to have knowledge of Java MIDP. If you…
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Java Virtual Machine

Java Virtual Machine The Java Virtual Machine, also known as JVM, was created by Sun Microsystems, and is basically a virtual machine which runs Java bytecode. The Java bytecode will be created by Java compilers. However, it should be noted that compilers for other languages have also been used as well. The JVM is an important part of Java. The existence of JVMs on numerous different devices and software programs has allowed programs written in Java to be run on a large number of devices. You can write a single program with Java, and then that program can be run…
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How To Persuade Those Who Read Your Essays

How To Persuade Those Who Read Your Essays An essay is a document in which an author expresses his or her views on a particular subject. Because of this, essays tend to be documents in which you will want to persuade a reader to share your point of view. Being able to successfully do this will make the difference between a good essay and a great essay. There are three basic methods you can use to persuade your readers, and they were written down in ancient Greece by Aristotle. These three methods are called pathos, logos, and ethos. Ethos is…
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How To Make Sure Your Essay Is Perfect

How To Make Sure Your Essay Is Perfect When you write an essay, it is important to make sure your document uses good grammar. While this may sound like common sense, you would be surprised by the number of people that make this mistake. Even if your essay presents good ideas, it will be rejected by people who read it if you have a large number of punctuation and spelling errors. If you are a college student, this could also cause you to fail your class. When you write an essay, you want to give readers the impression that you…
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Quickly Develop Java Programs With Tapestry

How To Quickly Develop Java Programs With Tapestry As you work with J2EE, you will find that there are a large number of programs which have been designed to make it easier to work with. If you are a programmer, the last thing you should want to concern yourself with is basic low level programming work. If you are like many programmers, you probably want do deal with issues that are related to business. One example of a program that can help you is called the Model View Controller, or MVC. There are a number of other useful frameworks such…
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A Java TOC2 Class Which Can Contact Aim

How To Produce a Java TOC2 Class Which Can Contact Aim AOL Instant Messenger is one of the most popular instant messenging tools available today. It allows you to send instant messages to other people who use AIM. At the same time, it is possible to heavily customize AIM programs by using a protocol which is named TOC2. AOL has released an API that people can use to connect to it. In this article I will teach you a method for designing your own chat program using TOC2. There are a number of reasons why you should want to combine…
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How To Properly Approach a Problem

How To Properly Approach a Problem When many people attempt to solve a problem, they make the mistake of placing an emphasis on either the problem or solution. To properly solve problems, it is very important to make sure you take the right approach. The approach you use for a problem is often connected to the solution. The first thing you should be familiar with is an entry point. As the name implies, the entry point is the part of the problem that you will first want to focus on. Many people have linear minds, and approach a problem from…
July 11, 2006 - - Comments:

How Sleep Is Connected To Memory

How Sleep Is Connected To Memory   Recent studies have indicated that the neural connections in your brain may be altered as you sleep. Experts believe that this is one of the reasons why young people need more sleep than adults. These same studies have indicated that certain areas of your memory may be effected by a loss of sleep. Sleep deprivation can cause the brain to act in a way that is commonly connected to the aging process, even if the person who is deprived of sleep is young. Because of this, it is now believed by many scientists…
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Home Remedies You Can Use To Improve Your Memory

Home Remedies You Can Use To Improve Your Memory   If you are having problems remembering things, there are some simple things you can do to improve your memory. The first thing you will want to master is repetition. When you repeat things many times over, it increasing the chances that your brain will store it into your long term memory. Repetition is directly connected to your ability to memorize important information. The next thing you will want to use is association.  If you need to remember something that is important, associate it with an image which is very important…
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Important Memory Principles

Important Memory Principles     To improve your memory, there are a number of principles you will want to use. By using these methods you will find that things are easier to remember, and you will be less prone to forgetting important dates, appointments, or facts. To remember something, you will want to first be interested in it. Your brain will place a priority on the information it stores. Things which are important will be stored first, while things which are not important may only be temporarily stored before it is discarded. If you want your brain to store information,…
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Memory Skills Introduction

Memory Skills Introduction   When it comes to improving your memory, it is important to practice. As you continue to practice, you will find that your memory will continue to improve. One concept that you will want to become familiar with is called mnemonics. Mnemonics can be defined as techniques which can help your remember difficult information. The goal of mnemonics is to use your brain in effective ways to store and recall information. Our brains were developed in order to process images, smells, sounds, and colors. We use these things everyday. Our brains will store this information in a…
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Problem Solving Techniques

Problem Solving Techniques   We are all faced with problems everyday. Learning how to effectively deal with them is what will mean the difference between success and failure. While there are no universally accepted methods that can be used to help you solve problems, there are a number of useful techniques which can make the problem solving process easier. One of the most important techniques involved with problem solving is understanding the problem. While this may seem like common sense, it is the primary mistake made by people who encounter a problem. If you don’t understand a problem, you will…
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Introduction To Problem Solving

Introduction To Problem Solving   If you are like some people, you would love to have the ability to easily solve problems. Problems are a fact of life. Everyone one has them, and it doesn’t matter whether you’re rich or poor. All of us have problems that we must deal with on a daily basis. Our ability to properly handle these problems can lead to a life which is rich in success and low in stress, failure, or anxiety. With current understanding, problem solving is more of an art than a science.  There are no universally accepted methods which can…
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How To Perform Class Loading With Java

How To Perform Class Loading With Java The class loading system for Java is both flexible and strong. It will allow your programs to gains access to class databases without having to link to "include" files which are static. It will load archive files which contain these classes and other tools from specific locations. An example of these locations would be directories. It can also gain resources from locations which have been defined with the CLASSPATH variable. The system can deal with issues which are related to classes and other resources. This is done in a dynamic way, and it…
July 8, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Develop RFID Applications In Java

How To Develop RFID Applications In Java Radio Frequency Identification, also known as RFID, is a tool which is being used in a large number of industries. There are a number of software programs which can work with RFID, and an example of this is RFID Anywhere by Sybase iAnywhere. It was designed using a .NET program that has greatly modified the different phases of their RFID projects. Doing this greatly improved the efficiency of their products. RFID Anywhere is a program which can handle the interfaces of printers or other objects which work with RFID. In addition to this,…
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How To Get Ideas For Your Essay

How To Get Ideas For Your Essay When you are in college or high school, you will generally be given a topic to write an essay about. However, your instructor may require you to come with your own ideas for an essay topic. While it may be easy for some people to come up with ideas, it can be very challenging for others. Because of this, there are a number of things you can use to develop ideas for your essays. One of the things you can use are photographs or images. For many people, photographs can be great tools…
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How To Freewrite To Get Ideas For Your Essay

How To Freewrite To Get Ideas For Your Essay Freewriting is an easy exercise which will allow you to greatly enhance your essay writing skills. It doesn’t require a large amount of time, and because of this, it is an excellent tool for people who are suffering from what is called writer’s block. It is also a good way to come with ideas for your story. By learning how to freewrite, you will be able to take your essays to the next level. If you are suffering from a bad case of writer’s block, freewriting will allow you to come…
July 6, 2006 - - Comments:

Determine the Effectiveness of your Java Software

Determine the Effectiveness of your Java Software How To Determine The Effectiveness of Your Java Software During Development ? Trying to use a precise product simulation to test your Java software can be a very expensive process. There are a number of tools available on the market which can run automated tests, and they will allow you to test the efficiency of your application. Many teams fail to address performance issues during development, and this can cause the Java application to crash on the initial tests. If programmers can effectively test their applications as they are developed, this could solve…
July 5, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Create High Quality Tables With JavaScript

How To Create High Quality Tables With JavaScript If you are web program developer, it is likely that you are creating tables on a daily basis. In this article I will show you how to create high quality tables with Javascript within a short period of time. One feature that you will want to become familiar with is DisplayTag Library. There are a number of things that you will want your tables to have, and some of these are various row colors, menu navigation, column sorting, Export to XML or CSV, and interactive rows. You may be wandering why DisplayTag…
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How To Fight Against Writer’s Block

How To Fight Against Writer’s Block Writer’s block is something that a lot of people face, but it can be especially troubling for students who are in college or high school. They will usually be sitting in their class when the instructor gives a writing assignment. It will almost always be in the form of an essay, unless it is a creative writing class. While some of the students easily come up with ideas, you may struggle to figure out what you should write about. If this situation sounds familiar, you were going through what is called writer’s block. If…
July 4, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Choose The Style Of Your Essay

How To Choose The Style Of Your Essay   When you write an essay, there is a certain style you may want to use. The style of an essay is basically broken down into four categories, and these are quotations, register, paragraph size, and length. In this article I will go over these four categories and explain how they can be effectively used in your articles. The register can be defined as the style which is appropriate for a given situation. Depending on the topic of your article, you will want to write with a certain mood. If you are…
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How To Create a Java Server Application

How To Create a Java Server Application The invention of the internet and web browsers has had a massive impact on the way people send and receive information. If you are like many people, you probably get your news and other important information from the internet. However, there are some limits to what web browsers can do. Because they are dependent on HTTP, they are heavily limited in their capabilities. Those who work with web applications on a daily basis are well aware of the many problems web browsers have which are dependent on HTTP. They are trying to improve…
July 3, 2006 - - Comments:

How Code Reviews and PMD Can Crush Bugs In Your Code

How Code Reviews and PMD Can Crush Bugs In Your Code The ability to review your code is one of the best methods to find bugs and other issues which can cause your program to perform poorly. In fact, one of the hardest things about writing a program is debugging it. When programmers get together and share their knowledge, it can help improve the overall quality of your Java applications. In addition to this, it will also increase the skill of programmers who choose to participate. With a code review, you can present and discuss the code for your Java…
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Online Degree Program Information

Online Degree Program Information While the concept of distance learning is not recent, the use of the internet to earn degrees online is a relatively new concept. The beginning of what would become a revolution in education started in the middle of the 1990s. It was during this time that high speed internet connections became widely available. In addition to this, the increase in personal computers and html tools set the stage for the online education programs that we see today. There are a number of things which has led to the success of online degree programs. One these these…
July 2, 2006 - - Comments:

Online College Overview

Online College Overview The field of education is becoming one of the largest markets on the internet. Despite this, a number of people are fooled by the hype promised by many online schools. Many of these colleges want to give you the impression that they are using the most cutting edge technology, which is basically a computer and a internet connection. However, having a computer with internet access will not eliminate all the challenges you will face when attending an online college. A number of companies have spent millions of dollars researching new ways to improve online universities. The biggest…
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How a Profiler Can Improve Your Java Applications

How a Profiler Can Improve Your Java Applications If you have been working with C++ programs for longer than five years, you should be well aware of the difficulties involved with debugging software. However, many younger programmers don’t have experience with these issues because Java deals with memory problems by using what is called the garbage collector. Whenever a new object is created in Java, the Java Virtual Machine will reserve memory for it, and if the object reference disappears, the memory will be reclaimed. Because of this simple tool, your small to medium sized Java programs will not crash…
July 1, 2006 - - Comments:

Antipatterns In Java Programs

Antipatterns In Java Programs An antipattern can be defined as a bad design in the Java language. Antipatterns will bring forth bad answers in a way that is easy for some people to understand. If you are programming with Java, it is important to understand both antipatterns and patterns. When you work with software programs, they will need to be maintained. After you have created and released a program, you will need to make sure it is maintained. The skill of the programmer will determine if the design of the application is good or bad. Whether or not a design…
July 1, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Build On The Five Paragraph Essay

  How To Build On The Five Paragraph Essay If you are in high school, you should be familiar with what is called the five paragraph essay. The basic pattern will be composed of five things, and these things are the introduction, three body paragraphs, and the conclusion or summary.   While the five paragraph essay is good for high school students, it has a large number of problems which keep it from being used in universities and colleges. In this article, I will go over some of the problems that are inherent with the five paragraph essay, and I…
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Essay Overview

Essay Overview An essay is a short work in which the author expresses their point of view on a subject. Many essays will use what is called subjective experiences. There is virtually no topic that couldn’t be used as the subject of an essay. You could write an essay about everything from religion to science or politics. Essays are considered to be non-fiction works. Essays are typically used in colleges and other institutions of higher learning to determine how well students understand are particular subject. However, essays also play an important role in literature. The first writer to use essays…
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Online College Lessons for Instructors

Online College Lessons for Instructors It has become a well known fact that many colleges are now using the internet as a way to educate students. Despite this, there has been debate in the academic community about the effectiveness of these programs. In this article I will go over the advantages and disadvantages of online education, and I will also go over some things which can be done to improve it. There are a number of arguments which have been made about online education programs. Those who support it feel that it can allow a larger segment of the population…
June 28, 2006 - - Comments:

Employers and Online Degrees

More Employers Are Looking At Those With Online Degrees Studies have shown that online degrees are becoming more popular with employers. The goal of most successful companies is to increase the education of their employees. Many of these companies are assisting workers who wish to pursue their degree at online universities. A number of online degree programs are helping employers by offering discounts or other incentives to join their program. The sudden interest of employers in online education can be linked to the surge in popularity it has receive. In 2004, the number of students pursuing online degrees increase by…
June 28, 2006 - - Comments:

Getting Certified Through the Right Company

IT Certification – Getting Certified Through the Right Company If you are looking into information technology certification, or IT, there are several vendors that are available for you to get the right training. Each of these will have different applications and possibilities for you to get the training that you need. Some will focus on a specific type of training program, while others will give you a larger spectrum that will relate to the types of software that they have. When looking into IT Certification, it is important to know which vendors are available and what they will offer you….
June 26, 2006 - - Comments:

IBM IT Certification Programs

IT Certification – IBM IT Certification Programs With the growth of technology are a variety of vendors, products, and hardware that link to IT Certification programs. By knowing which programs are offered at which point, you will be able to determine which vendor you should use when getting your IT Certification. One of the vendors that offers a completely different product than other companies is IBM. From their own computer language to hardware, they have different types of certifications that are better for their particular company. Product Categories for IBM IBM has divided their specific programs into three separate categories….
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Important Qualities You Will Need When Pursuing An Online Education

Important Qualities You Will Need When Pursuing An Online Education Before you begin taking online classes, it is important to make sure it is good for you. While getting an degree online can be excellent for many people, it may not be the best option for everyone. Some people have personalities which allows them to thrive in online environments, while others function better in a traditional classroom setting. Those who successfully earn their online degrees have a number of common characteristics. If you want to be earn a degree online, you will need to have these attributes, even if you…
June 24, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Use Online Graduate Programs

How To Use Online Graduate Programs The evolution of internet technology has made it possible to earn a degree from an established university without having to leave the comfort of your own home. Online degrees are good for those who are too busy to attend a traditional college. There are a large number of people who wish to earn graduate degrees, but do not have the money or resources to attend a classic university. Fortunately, a large number of established colleges in the United States and Canada are offering online degree programs. In addition to Canada and the United States,…
June 24, 2006 - - Comments:

Advancing in IT Certification

IT Certification – Advancing in IT Certification If you are looking into IT Certification, there are several levels of Certification that you can receive. These will be divided according to the vendor or school that you are going to and will also be different in relation to the type of IT Certification you are trying to get. However, if you are interested in IT Certification, it is best to know how far you can get in the program and what you will need to know. The more qualification you have, and the more you can specialize in different programs, the…
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How To Save Money on Textbooks For Your Online Classes

How To Save Money on Textbooks For Your Online Classes If you have attended either an offline or online college, you should be familiar with the high cost of books. It seems as if the prices of books keep rising every year. It is not uncommon to see a college level math book which costs $150. When you combine the cost of books with your tuition, earning a degree online can put you in a financial strain. Unfortunately, taking online classes will not protect you from the high cost of books. However, there are a number of things you can…
June 21, 2006 - - Comments:

How To Pick The Right Online College

How To Pick The Right Online College When you apply for a job, your prospective employer will want to interview you to make sure you’re qualified. When you are looking to attend an online college, it is important for you to interview them to find out if they can provide you with the education you need. Their answers to your questions will determine whether or not you will want to attend their institution. The first question you should ask is whether or not the school is accredited, and by whom. The school must be accredited by the correct regional organization….
June 21, 2006 - - Comments:

Web 2.0 and The Read/Write Web

Web 2.0 and The Read/Write Web One of the emerging themes of Web 2.0 is the ability for users to add data to web sites directly.  In Web 1.0 web content was managed by so-called “webmasters”.  The webmaster would update HTML web pages using simple text editors (like Notepad) or advanced web management systems (like DreamWeaver). In Web 2.0 web sites are reaching out to the users and inviting them to add content directly. Wikis, Weblogs (Blogs), Forums, and Content Management Systems are making this possible. Wikis (from the Hawaiian “Wiki Wiki” meaning “quick”) are flat web spaces where users…
June 20, 2006 - - Comments:

Introduction to Web Services

Introduction to Web Services As part of our series on Web 2.0 we turn our attention to data management. Web Services are a way to allow an enterprise to give access to their internal data in a platform agnostic way. What is unique about web services is that the requests are made across the Internet the same way you would make a request using your web browser – using the HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP). This means that an existing infrastructure can be used to set up a web service and make it instantly accessible to the world. Another significant feature…
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How To Deal With Cheating At Online Colleges

How To Deal With Cheating At Online Colleges While online degree programs have become much more popular in the last five years, the issue of cheating is a source of concern among both teachers and adminstrators. In fact, some even feel that cheating could severely destroy the credibility of online education programs. One of the obvious problems with earning your degree online is that you’re anonymous. In a traditional classroom, teachers can easily detect students who are cheating because they are physically present in the room. It is also believed that students who are taking classes online are much more…
June 19, 2006 - - Comments:

How Online Instructors Can Help Their Students Succeed

How Online Instructors Can Help Their Students Succeed If you are an instructor teaching online classes, your success will be connected to the success of your students. When they win, so will you. If they fell, this can also be a reflection of your training methods. Teaching students over the internet can be very challenging. However, as technology continues to advance, more people are looking to online universities as an avenue to earn their degrees. Because of this, there is a market for qualified instructors who understand how to teach students over the internet. To avoid potential problems, there are…
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CICS Components and Transactions

CICS Components and Transactions   There are three major components associated with CICS namely Management Modules, Control Tables and Control Blocks. These three are very essential in CICS environment and so let us see an overview of the function of each. We have seen that CICS act as an interface between operating system and application program and this is achieved by management module. In other words Management Modules are programs that act as interface between operating system and application program. Control table is associated with management module and is used to define the CICS environment. A control block is used…
June 18, 2006 - - Comments:

CICS Overview and Functions

CICS Overview and Functions CICS is called as Customer Information Control System. The main functionality of CICS is it acts as an interface between the Operating System and application programs. Functions of CICS Acts as interface between operating system and application programs. Does the function of data communication and therefore handle data. In other words CICS can support number of terminals or systems and acts as a data communication system between them. Take care of application program functions along with that take care of system      functions also Also help in the task of monitoring Acts as a specialized operating system…
June 18, 2006 - - Comments:

How Online Colleges Can Help Those Who Are Employed

How Online Colleges Can Help Those Who Are Employed Many young people who wish to attend college have problems doing so. The reason for this is because many students have to work and go to school at the same time. As the cost of education continues to increase, few people have the thousands of dollars upfront to pay for tuition, books, and other fees. A large number of students drop out of college within the first year because they are simply not able to work a forty hour job each week and study at the same time. This problem is…
June 15, 2006 - - Comments:

Common Mistakes Made By Online College Students

Common Mistakes Made By Online College Students Trying to successfully earn your online degree can be challenging. There are a large number of pitfalls you will want to avoid, and a large number of students fail because of bad habits. Having said that, in this article I will go over some common mistakes which are made by online college students. These problems need to be avoided at all costs, as they will keep you from earning your degree and pursuing the education you want. The first common mistake made by many people is choosing the wrong school. It could be…
June 15, 2006 - - Comments:

XML – Elements in Document Type Definitions (DTD)

XML – Elements in Document Type Definitions (DTD) In this tutorial you will learn about Elements in DTD, Elements, child elements (nested elements), declaring elements with character data only, declaring elements with mixed content, declaring elements with any content, declaring elements with no content and element order indicators and qualifiers. Elements in DTD. ELEMENTS Every element used in the valid XML document must be declared in the Document’s DTD. SYNTAX : < !ELEMENT element_name content_specification > element_name: Specifies name of the XML tag Content_specification: Specifies the contents of the element which could of the following five types I) Standard Content…
June 14, 2006 - - Comments:

XML – Document Type Definitions (DTD)

XML – Document Type Definitions (DTD) In this totuorial you will learn about XML – Document Type Definitions (DTD) – Need, DTD, Types Of DTD’s , Internal DTD , External DTD.   NEED XML documents can contain many different types of markups including elements, attributes and entity references. Whatever maybe the application it is desirable that the XML document conforms to a certain set of rules governing the data structure it contains. DTD and Schema’s are used for this purpose. For Example, < name >12233< /name > If a DTD defines that data in name tags should contain only characters…
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Introduction to Ajax

Introduction to Ajax Last time we looked at Web 2.0 and what differentiates it from older paradigms for Internet products. One of the differentiators is the use of Rich Client Interfaces. Ajax is possibly the most popular Rich Client technology and used in such applications as Google Maps and Google Mail. Ajax is an acronym for “Asynchronous JavaScript And XML.” Web pages are endowed with snippets of code that can access remote services (like web services) and not refresh the page. This prevents “round tripping” which is the cause for display flicker and slow response times. The techniques used in…
June 13, 2006 - - Comments:

Introduction to Web 2.0

Introduction to Web 2.0   The definition of Web 2.0 seems to be a matter of hype and marketing speak. In this first in a series of articles I will attempt to demystify and disambiguate the concepts of Web 2.0.  In future articles I will expand on real world examples of Web 2.0 technology and what differentiates them from Web 1.0. I was recently at the JavaOne conference in San Francisco.  I saw a salesman advertising a product as a “Web 2.0 Mashup Solution”.  I thought I knew what Web 2.0 was, but once he finished his pitch, I was confused.  …
June 13, 2006 - - Comments:

Online Education

Online Education The internet has greatly revolutionized the way we learn. Distance education is a concept that has been around for a long time. A large number of formats such as videotapes, audiotapes, and television have been used for distance education. However, the internet has made this form of education more popular than ever. Statistics show that well over 2 million people are attending online colleges. This number is expected to increase by 33% each year. More than 650 accredited colleges are now offering online degrees. If you are thinking of pursuing an online education, there are a number of…
June 12, 2006 - - Comments:

Fiber Optics and IT Certification

IT Certification – Fiber Optics and IT Certification Those looking into information technology will notice there are several routes to take. These will all enable one to stay ahead of business, or specialize in a specific type of profession that deals with emerging technology. One of the career options to consider is fiber optics. There are several training programs that can allow you to get IT Certification in fiber optics, all which will increase your ability to work in a specified career field or understand the details of how fiber optics works. Fiber optics is based around understanding the role…
June 9, 2006 - - Comments:

Challenges in Testing Web Based Applications

Challenges in Testing Web Based Applications In this tutorial you will learn about Challenges in Testing Web Based Applications Introduction, Why testing Web Applications is different? Factors effecting Testing of Web Applications, Why technology platforms affect testing? Challenges in Testing Web Based Web Applications, Summary. Introduction: Web based Applications are increasingly becoming more feature rich, important and also the most popular means for developing commercial systems. Most companies opt for developing web based software wherever possible. This helps in catering to large number of end users. The deployment of the apps (once the infrastructure is in place) is fairly easy….
June 7, 2006 - - Comments:

Auditing Software Testing Process

Auditing Software Testing Process In this tutorial you will learn about Auditing Software Testing Process – Introduction, Types of Testing Process Audits, Audit to verify compliance, Audit for process improvement/problem solving, Audit for Root Cause Analysis, Internal Audits, External Audits, Why Audit Software Testing Process? How to Audit, What can be audited? and Summary. Introduction: To ensure transparency and reliability of the IT systems it may be necessary to audit the Software Development Processes including the most important aspect – Software Testing Process. Auditing is an important activity in organizations. In the context of testing it helps us ensure that…
June 5, 2006 - - Comments:

Testing for Agile Software Development

Testing for Agile Software Development In this tutorial you will learn about Testing for Agile Software Development – Background, Understanding Agile Software Development, How is Testing approach different in an Agile Development Scenario? What to test? Typical bugs found when doing agile testing? Steps Taken to Effectively Test in Agile Development Methodology, Ensuring software test coverage and Summary Background: To understand the Testing Process in an Agile Development Methodology, it is important to understand the Agile Development paradigm. Agile Development paradigm is not very new. Although the Agile Software Development Manifesto came into existence in February 2001, the concepts existed…
June 4, 2006 - - Comments:

C Programming – Linked Lists

In this tutorial you will learn about C Programming – Linked Lists, Structure, Advantages of Linked List, and Types of linked list and Applications of linked lists. Linked lists are a type of data structure for storing information as a list. They are a memory efficient alternative to arrays because the size of the list is only ever as large as the data. Plus they do not have to shift data and recopy when resizing as dynamic arrays do. They do have the extra overhead of 1 or 2 pointers per data node, so they make sense only with larger…
May 29, 2006 - - Comments:

PHP Tutorial – Syntax

PHP Tutorial – Syntax In this tutorial you will learn about PHP Syntax – Syntax for Writing a script, Scripts VS. File and Comments Writing a script: To embed PHP code inside a file, it has to be inside a special set of opening and closing tags. PHP supports the following tags sets: 1. Opening (< ?php) and closing (? >) 2. Opening (< ?) and closing (? >) 3. Opening (< %) and closing (% >) 4. Opening (< script language=”php” >) and closing (< /script >) Example: < html > …..< head > ……….< title >Sample document< /title…
May 17, 2006 - - Comments:

PHP Tutorial – Installation

PHP Tutorial – Installation In this tutorial you will learn about PHP – Installation steps involved in Installing Apache server, Installing PHP 4 and Installing PHP 5. Installing Apache server: 1- Download the installer from Apache site: http://httpd.apache.org/download.cgi 2- Double-click on the installer file to start the installation process. 3- You will get a welcome screen, select Next to continue the installation process. 4- You will be prompted to accept the Apache license. 5- After you accept the license, the installer presents you with a brief introduction to Apache. 6- Then the installer will ask you to provide basic information…
May 17, 2006 - - Comments:

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