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Hands-On Intranets tells you everything you really need to know to deploy an intranet quickly, securely, and cost-effectively - and to manage it for maximum payoff. You will learn proven techniques for day-to-day intranet administration, including user account management, troubleshooting, performance and security monitoring, and much more. ... Read more

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Building an Internal Web covers all the special development, administration and security requirements for an internal Web system. It focuses on server selection and setup, enabling existing applications for the Web, and custom-building new Web applications. ... Read more

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An excellent hands-on tool
This is the best I've seen on setting up an intranet.My only concern is that it is becoming a bit dated -- if a new edition were to come out I would buy it in a second!

Buen libro, pero no si trabaja on IIS
Es un excelente libro, y abarca todos los conceptos sobre internet e intranets. Pero no lo compre si trabaja con Internet Information Server, o productos Microsoft.

How about a second edition!
Tim, this is a good piece of work, however, this is 1998. How about a second edition? Excellent book. It pulls itall together.

Well-organized, clearly-written, in-depth look at subject.
For anyone interested in developing an internal network based on the World Wide Web model, this is the book to use. It covers all aspects of the topic from its "Introduction to the World Wide Web" to "New Intranet Possiblities." Each chapter starts with objectives, which are summarized at the end. In between, Evans covers each topic clearly with examples from real life. Evans steps the reader through the creation of a basic Intranet and then adds on all the bells and whistles. And he makes cogent analyses and criticisms of the software and techniques he discusses. Included is a CD-ROM with much of the Unix, Windows, and Mac software used to create Internet and Intranet sites. For anyone in an organization considering this technology, this book is well worth its price. ... Read more

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Shows content providers and webmasters how to design, create, and manage content for an Intranet site, covering different software types, adding graphics and video clips, and building a variety of practical applications. Original. (Advanced).Amazon.com Review
A Windows-oriented Intranet book with lots of practicaltechnical and organizational advice on how to make PC-basedinformation available throughout a corporation. Comes with a CD-ROMcontaining all the Intranet software you'll need to get started, andgreat advice and techniques for making Windows-based data anddocuments available over an Intranet ... Read more

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Foreword by Lars Knudsen Practical Intranet Security focuses on the various ways in whichan intranet can be violated and gives a thorough review of thetechnologies that can be used by an organization to secure itsintranet. This includes, for example, the new security architectureSESAME, which builds on the Kerberos authentication system, adding toit both public-key technology and a role-based access control service.Other technologies are also included such as a description of how toprogram with the GSS-API, and modern security technologies such asPGP, S/MIME, SSH, SSL IPSEC and CDSA. The book concludes with acomparison of the technologies. This book is different from other network security books in that itsaim is to identify how to secure an organization's intranet.Previously books have concentrated on the Internet, often neglectingissues relating to securing intranets. However the potential risk tobusiness and the ease by which intranets can be violated is often fargreater than via the Internet. The aim is that network administrators and managers can get theinformation that they require to make informed choices on strategy andsolutions for securing their own intranets. The book is an invaluable reference for network managers and networkadministrators whose responsibility it is to ensure the security of anorganization's intranet. The book also contains background reading onnetworking, network security and cryptography which makes it anexcellent research reference and undergraduate/postgraduate text book.Practical Intranet Security also includes a CD-ROM with theSESAME security architecture, and example SESAME secured applications. ... Read more

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Invaluable book for practical security professional
Practical Intranet Security is a clear and concise book that covers the range of today's authentication and authorization technologies.I was particularly impressed with the discussions on SESAME - this was the first book that makes the goals and design of SESAME clear.It also provides good introductory material on network security and cryptography.As an experienced professional, I have found the book useful to see how others have addressed problems in the development of security protocols.

Book offers great mix of practical "how to" advice and theor
I found the book to offer a great mix of practice "how to" type of advice for application level security integration. It is also to be commended on also explaining the concepts of what is to be achieved first. ... Read more

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Explains how to transform intranet technology by supplying private, product-oriented information to selected customers and vendors through an extranet, discussing a range of security issues, how to publish information, and how to build applications for an interactive extranet. Original. (Intermediate)." ... Read more

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Very good introduction to the world of extranets
Found to be a great intro to the business and technical aspects of the Extranet and how they may be beneficial to a company's operations.

A stunning introduction!
A lovely treatise on a technical topic, made easy for the beginner.This book was enlightening.Recommended for all.

Do not buy this book
This book is copyright 1997. There is nothing in this book that has not been superceded. Even the code "samples" (which are few) have nothing to do with current extranet development. Pass this book by. Saveyour money. ... Read more

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For those users who want to gain experience with their own Intranet, experienced author H. D. Radke takes you through the process, step-by-step, of easily setting up your own World Wide Web server without the expense of using an outside Internet Service Provider. The book is a guide to getting and staying connected, whether you're in a small office, part of a workgroup, connected from home or on the road. Perfect for the company trying to get connected to share information with their employees. ... Read more

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just great
all what you need to setup and maintain will you find here ! just great ! ... Read more

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This title follows the bestselling How It Works full-color, graphical format to give readers an inside view of intranet technology. How an Intranet Works stylishly illustrates the new standard in modern communictions, the intranet. This book provides an overview of what an intranet is and how it differs from other groupware systems. ... Read more

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A Must Read for Internet/New Media Job Seekers
The perfect guide for the technically clueless on how everything Internet works from the macro to the micro levels in easy to understand discriptions and pictures. As a career counselor, I suggest this book for every clientlooking to work in the Internet or for a dot com company as the appropriateintroduction to high tech for low tech types. It gives you the big andsmall pictures, literally, with accompanying technical jargon explained. Ihave not found a comparable book to use in this catagory that works aswell.

Not quite a primer
This was a very helpful book for refamiliarizing myself with the concepts behind LANs and WANs. If you are truly just getting started with understanding intranets, you would be better served if you also got a copy of "How Networks Work" and read that book first.

An excellent primer on how a LAN or WAN *really* works.
It's easy to understand a LAN ... when there's an administrator to explain. It's easy to understand a WAN ... when there's a network support desk to fix problems for you. It's easy to get onto the Internet ... when your ISP has a tech support line with plenty of patience. But how does it all happen? What's TCP/IP mean? How come I get a "Forbidden!" message when I browse certain pages? This book is an excellent primer for the computer neophyte, or someone who's boning up on networking in the 90s. Simple text and easy to follow illustrations take you by the hand and gently explain things like "how a web page gets back to you?" and "what's the OSI Network Model?" Think networking is only for geeky techie types? Think again. Preston Gralla makes it all as clear as mom's chicken broth. David Spalding ... Read more

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A survey of Government Secure Intranets (GSI). Topics covered include facilities to be offered by a GSI; key business drivers; key policy issues; contractual matters; and taking forward your GSI connection. ... Read more

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Written for network managers and company executives who are looking for options beyond NetWare or NT networks, and who want the functionality of Lotus Notes without the training, maintenance, and management usually associated with it, this book guides readers into learning how to build their own Intranet. It discusses the software needed and how to use an Intranet locally to connect to a WAN. The comparisons to Lotus Notes provide a frame of reference. ... Read more

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Pippins to Crab Apples
The intranet vs. Lotus Notes is like comparing "the internal combustion engine vs. General Motors." Lotus Notes requires far less administration in a more secured environment without the "frankenstructure" of hacking conflicting standards together. This book is simply riding on the wave of anti-Lotus Notes yellow journalism that is very powerful in a sales pitch, but cannot yield substantial ROI on delivery. ... Read more

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CTR's 265-page report addresses the issues surrounding the development of networked multimedia applications. It discusses the successful intranet implementations of early business adopters, providing specific examples of applications and associated benefits. The report also reviews the latest tools and products being developed by hardware and software vendors.

Benefits of Intranet Implementation

CTR's report, Multimedia Applications for Enterprise Intranets: A Guide to Planning and Implementation, examines the issues relevant to establishing multimedia intranets at the corporate level. Implementation of internal Web servers provides a single interface by which individuals, workgroups, and departments can actively communicate with each other.

The report discusses the advantages and drawbacks of multimedia intranets and shows how network managers can guide an organization toward becoming a virtual corporation. Many corporations are moving to intranets and putting less value on the Internet -- the report explains why.

The report also covers critical topics such as technical requirements, scalability of multimedia tools, integrating intranets with existing legacy systems, high-performance equipment, and management of multimedia content.

Multimedia Applications on Intranets

An intranet enables a variety of valuable business applications, such as online publishing of corporate newsletters, employee services, company policy manuals, internal advertising for assistance and skills, and corporate news and information. Careful consideration of intranet applications is critical to enhancing the competitiveness and productivity of an organization's internal operations.

CTR's report provides detailed descriptions of the most common intranet functions. Special attention is given to multimedia applications such as interactive audio and video training, E-mail, real-time videoconferencing, whiteboarding, and virtual reality (VR) simulations.

Intranet Networking Issues

CTR's Multimedia Applications for Enterprise Intranets: A Guide to Planning and Implementation report details information on current networking trends, with a special focus on the integration of intranets with legacy systems.

Management of multimedia objects across enterprise networks is becoming more and more critical. The report explains the impact of local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) expansion policies on the success of multimedia object management.

The report takes a close look at multimedia networking technology, addressing important issues such as bandwidth, massive storage, compression systems, real-time transmission protocols, and networking equipment.

Intranet Security Issues

Many organizations are establishing intranets and linking them to outside networks such as WANs and the Internet. Unauthorized access to company resources is a growing concern at a time when more and more mission-critical applications are being placed on intranets.

CTR's report offers valuable information that will help companies establish effective intranet security. The latest security techniques are discussed, such as implementation of firewalls and encryption technology. The report also explains the impact of these security measures on multimedia transmission.

Multimedia Servers and Browsers

CTR's report reviews the vendor offerings for Web server hardware and software, providing specific information about features and implementation issues. The report also addresses current trends in the development of multimedia superbrowsers. Due to the growing use of intranets, the leading Web browsers are being continually expanded and improved. The report examines what these enhancements will mean to the corporate intranet user.

Creating Intranet Web Sites

Multimedia Applications for Enterprise Intranets: A Guide to Planning and Implementation illustrates the steps necessary to create multimedia Web sites on an intranet. The report also lists the different tools available, such as multimedia authoring systems, editing and streaming tools, Java and Shockwave languages, search engines, and virtual reality modeling language (VRML). The report presents 40 invaluable case studies of corporate intranet implementation to help project managers identify the specific scenarios that are best suited for intranet applications.

Your Implementation Guide

This report will guide network managers through the entire intranet implementation process, including identifying the most valuable multimedia applications, integrating intranet technology into an existing network, and securing a corporate intranet. ... Read more

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In a remarkably short period of time, the Internet revolution has enabled technologically wired managers to leave their less-savvy colleagues behind, scrambling to stay competitive--and the emerging value of intranets is making the race more strenuous yet.To ease the stress, Peter Keen offers reassuringly complete coverage of web technology as it relates to success in today's business environment.

The fifth installment in Keen's popular series of manager's glossaries, this accessible handbook quickly acquaints readers with the key concepts of the business Internet and intranets.Managers can use it as a reference, or a resource for understanding and communicating the larger significance of web technology and business innovation.Keen and his co-authors highlight business issues throughout, emphasizing their relevance for managers through many real-life profiles.This indispensable glossary includes insightful commentary, practical applications, and over 100 essential terms to help managers decipher the Internet fast.

From digital cash to advertising on the Internet to building an intranet, authors Keen, Mougayar, and Torregrossa put the fundamental information at every manager's fingertips. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

This "glossary" only has 100 words!
With thousands of related terms, this is very limited. Every time I've picked up the book to look up a term, it wasn't available. This is a waste!

Great introduction to internet technology....
The authors take a unique approach to help one understand the concepts of the internet and its confusing terminology. The introductory summary provides a clear perspective of how the internet and its related attributeshave quickly developed into a powerful tool in today's marketplace.Itthen provides a conceptual look into the future of how this new technologywill impact our daily lives. The business case examples (ie. BusinessInternet Vignettes) are a great reference point for all technical andnon-technical backgrounds- even those with an existing understanding of howpowerful the internet and e-commerce can be.These examples go beyond thebig Fortune 500 success stories and document how mid-size business' applythis new technology. A well documented glossary of internet terms hasalso been outlined by the authors.This is a great feature for all readerswho must grasp an understanding of this new technology and its relatedjargon.

The book is encyclopedia-like.
I found this book not that useful to me. I am no beginner. This book is for beginners who wants to know about jargons and generally general stuff related to it. I bought this book because of the author Walid Mougayar whomhave impressed me. Helpful if you want to know something but not too deep.Useful for managers who wish to conduct conversations on technical stuff asice-breakers. Even the initial section which describe different companiesis too shallow. I get get better stuff elsewhere. Perhaps in-depth of a fewcompanies would have been much more useful. Reading the book remind me ofthe old days when I spent my time in the libaries browsing throughBritannica and researching on various subjects. As stated before what couldbe gained is just skin deep but could serve as a point for deeper reading.It could serve as s book on a serve for non-technical managers who may wishto do some initial reading before attending a technical meeting. I do notrecommend this book for people who wants more in-depth knowledge. Irecommend it to people who wants an overview.

Excerpt From COMPUTING REVIEWS, published June 1998
"For business, the Internet represents the prospect of change, which,in turn, implies learning to live with uncertainty.It represents one ofthe challenges of modern life -- to reduce and manage risk and uncertaintythrough knowledge and understanding.To its intended audience -- managerscharged with deploying Internet technology in the service of businescustomers and other stakeholders -- this skillfully crafted businessnarrative delivers knowledge and the means of understanding....Throughout,a recurrent theme is that of using the Internet to build and extendcustomer and product relationships, rather than to promote isolated hits onWeb pages.... Although predictions concerning ways in which the Internetwill affect us both exaggerate and minimize its likely effects, one thingis certain -- our habits will be changed. Business managers and technicalsupport staff will want to read this concise and enjoyable executivebriefing, in which humor, zingers, and incisive analysis are to be found inequal measure. " Excerpt from review published in COMPUTING REVIEWS,June 1998, p. 310.

Excellent, well-researched study for strategic thinkers
An excellend, well-researched volume with significant insights andinformation for those wrestling with the tactical and strategic challengesposed by inter/intranet technology and the exponentially growing e-commerceenvironment. ... Read more

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The ability to connect to multiple computers from both a users home and a remote location is very valuable. By utilizing Linux and open technologies, creating a home intranet and VPN can allow a user to access his or her own home network from a remote location and also provides the needed layer of security when traversing an unknown network such as a hotspot or other public Internet connection. This instructional presents clear and concise directions for creating a secure home intranet and VPN solution using Linux. ... Read more

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Now get the latest word on bringing Internet technology to your own network from the longtime networking leader. Novell's Guide to Creating IntranetWare Intranets gives you detailed instructions for installing and configuring the Novell Web Server along with practical, real-world examples to help you master Perl, Java, and the other programming languages and technologies that make for effective, secure, and reliable intranets.

In Novell's Guide to Creating IntranetWare Intranets, programming and networking expert Karanjit S. Siyan shows you how to

Install and configure Novell Web Server 3.0Use the Web Manager tools to customize configurationsSet up other TCP/IP services on IntranetWareTake advantage of the Java object-oriented programming languageWrite your own CGI programs using Perl, BASIC, and NetBasicGenerate dynamic HTML documents using server-side includesDefine user access to the NDS treeConfigure the IPX/IP gatewayPlus, Novell's Guide to Creating IntranetWare Intranets comes complete with a bonus CD-ROM containing exclusive Novell software, including IntranetWare SDK for Java, Perl for Win32, WinPerl, and complete source code from the book. ... Read more

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Good book for learning scripting languages
Mr. Siyan's book is technical and intended, as advertised, for the intermediate/advanced reader. As a student, studying for Novell's 540 Web server exam, I found chs. 3,4,and 14 the most helpful. These deal the with installation and administration of the Web Server and FTP services respectively. This book really shines though in its coverage of the scripting languages: CGI, PERL and Java. On the downside, you'll wade through alot of material to study for your CNE elective. Those on the CIP track may find the book more helpful.The editors of IDG books should have insisted on keeping Mr. Siyan's Eastern religious beliefs out of the text. It shows up in the screen shots and several long scripting examples. Really, I felt like I was being proselytized at times. Surely the author could have found more neutral material!Aside from these few criticisms, the author has produced a good introduction to scripting which deserves a wide audience. ... Read more

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Diplomarbeit, die am 21.11.2003 erfolgreich an einer Fachhochschule in Deutschland im Fachbereich Wirtschaftswissenschaften eingereicht wurde. Problemstellung: Eine Studie der School of Information Management an Systems (SIMS) der University of California, Berkley ergab, dass innerhalb von drei Jahren (2001 - 2004) weltweit mehr Informationen erzeugt werden als in den letzten 300.000 Jahren zusammen erzeugt worden sind. Das Gesamtvolumen aller verfügbaren Informationen (in gedruckter Form, über Radio/ TV verbreitet oder auf optischen/ magnetischen Datenträgern gespeichert) betrug 2001 12 Exabyte. Diese gewaltige Datenmenge wird an einem Beispiel deutlicher: Der Mensch kann ca. 3 - 50 Zeichen pro Minute bewusst verarbeiten. Würde er sich alle diese Informationen aneignen wollen, würde er dafür zwischen 8,5 und 141,4 Milliarden Jahre benötigen (vgl. Sterner). Obwohl der einzelne Mensch nicht alle verfügbaren Informationen benötigt, ist die Menge der auf ihn einströmenden Informationen äußerst hoch: Bereits im Jahre 1980 hat jeder Amerikaner nur 0,44% des Informationsangebotes (Bücher, Zeitungen, Fernsehen, Radio, Telefon,.) genutzt (vgl. Bork). Diese Zahl währe nicht bedenklich, wenn jeder die Informationen, die er benötigt, auch erhalten würde und aus der Informationsflut herausfiltern könnte. Durch die Menge an Informationen wird es zunehmend schwieriger, die wirklich relevanten Informationen von den nicht relevanten zu trennen. Es entsteht ein Informationsparadoxon; Inmitten der Informationsflut herrscht ein Informationsmangel (vgl. Königer/Reithmayer). Diese sogenannte Informationsverschmutzung hat besonders bei Unternehmen große Auswirkungen, da Informationen die notwendige Basis für alle Entscheidungen sind. Eine starke Informationsverschmutzung kann zum Absinken der Entscheidungseffizienz, Erhöhung von Durchlaufzeiten, zu gesundheitlicher Belastung und damit verbundenen Fehlzeiten der Mitarbeiter führen. ... Read more

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A developer's tutorial to the many aspects of World Wide Web application development provides a professional perspective on web applications and their use in a corporate environment. Original. (Advanced). ... Read more

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Doesn't the author know unix?
1.- The book is focused basically into Windows enviroment. What about Unix?

2.- The formal aproximation is poor than other books. ... Read more

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Managing Internet and Intranet Technologies in Organizations: Challenges and Opportunities provides a comprehensive treatment of Internet and Intranet technologies, electronic commerce, and the management of these technologies within organizations. Both technical and organizational issues related to the management of Internet and Intranet technologies are addressed. Among the technical issues are: intranet-Internet infrastructure, data warehousing, and web security and reliability. Organizational topics include Internet and intranets for ERP and E-business, education and learning using web technologies, and approaches to virtual shopping. ... Read more