All About ASP

The Secret Code

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:03:03 +0000

I have always been fascinated with what goes on behind a system. I mean when you tap a button on the computer screen, how does it do a specific function. The search for an answer took me to the world of code writing that was quite fascinating to say the least. I first went through the programming of a software program specifically designed for red diesel suppliers aimed to help them keep a track of their diesel sales. It also helped them project the sales for any given moth on the basis of previous monthly and yearly sales data.

I then came across a new code written for our company which allowed the work to progress error free at a much faster pace than what was being done earlier. The writers of these codes first understand the mind of the user and anticipate what is required and join the two. Then they put it into a code format that will ensure that a tap on a button will lead to just what the user wants.

To develop such stuff, I realised that the person needs to have a mind that is far removed from the ordinary. It can only be done by people who march to a different drummer than what you and I as a lay person might march to. They are the secret angels on whom a company’s fortunes hinge. Money and fame holds no fascination for them as they burn the midnight oil to come up with a solution that is quite brilliant in its simplicity. They are the backbone on which the future depends on unknowingly. The geek you see in the subway could well come up with some code that will be incorporated into everyday life making living so much easier. The crumpled trousers and shirt are no indication of the genius that is constantly questioning, probing and trying to find solutions. Sure they may not be a big draw at a social event but they in their world are kings and queens and the future depends on them.

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Classic ASP, Still a Classic Server-Side Scripting Language

admin — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:03:11 +0000

Learning server side scripting has always been one of the things many Web designers usually fancy. Some of them end up learning some basic level PHP so that they can earn their livelihood without much trouble. After all, in this era of cut-throat competition your clients, customers, and employers expect you to be master of everything. Good thing is, it doesn’t really take a lot of struggle to master server side scripting anymore; thanks to the early server side scripting languages such as ASP.

ASP (Active Server Pages) was the first ever server side scripting language produced by Microsoft Inc that changed the face of Web application programming to a great extent. Being embedded in the static HTML pages, it allows the Web developers to take their skills and their websites to a next level. ASP allowed the developers to make dynamic websites that were not affected by the browser being used by the surfers. Unlike HTML, Javascript, and VBScript that run completely within the browsers, the ASP code is executed on the web server where the website has been hosted.

ASP pages are saved with the file names having the .ASP extension. Upon a request by the browser for a page ending with an .ASP extension, web server automatically understands that it needs to be interpreted and executed by the web server. The web server then executes the ASP code embedded in the ASP age and embeds its result in the HTTP response to be returned to the browser. This way the server side code remains completely hidden from the user of the website or web application. So, if your website showcases some great Canvas Printing masterpieces but runs some ASP code to authenticate the visitors, visitors will only see what you want them to see and no the internal details of the system.

Of course, you need to run your ASP application on a web server that supports ASP. For instance, Microsoft’s proprietary web server, IIS (Internet Information Services) is a web server that has been used most widely to run the websites that are powered by Active Server Pages.

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Pigeon post to broadband

admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:33:10 +0000

Many moons ago, when the internet had just about crossed its infancy, a heaven sent window opened up for people to access the net – dialup internet access through the land phone. This was like manna for people who, since the beginning of time, had to wait for news or any sort of information. With the internet opening up, everything was so instantly available as to render the past decade almost cave like.

Though received with disbelief and happiness, the dialup connection did have its problems and limitations. It came with a high monthly fee that effectively restricted it to only those who could afford to shell out the high fee. It also opened up the computer to security risks and a personal firewall was essential to protect the users'computer. However, not all phone lines were internet compliant, rendering it useless in rural and remote area. And it was painfully slow! One had to sit for hours on end to do just about anything! To top it, while connected, the phone could not be used.

It was only a matter of time before all these problems and limitations were addressed and the world of internet connection moved to the next level – broadband, as we still know it today. Its appearance evoked the same wonder as dialup did when it was first introduced. Broadband connections were up to 100 times faster compared to dialup connections. It allowed one to download pictures and files in a matter of seconds or minutes as compared to hours earlier. In fact, the success of online gaming is only because of the speed allowed by broadband connections. Forget using R4i, you could not even download a single game without spending days doing it. The greatest and acknowledged joy was to be able to use the phone along with the internet connection. Though the phone is used for the connection, the line is not occupied while connected to the internet. Users are not charged on the duration of the connection thus saving them a packet!

While the broadband has permeated into our everyday lives, we can reasonably well expect the next big thing in internet connection to be along soon.

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ASP Is Dead? Says Who?

admin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:33:09 +0000

The world of computer programming language, especially code and scripts used on the server side, is a closed book for average users of computers and the internet. They may recognize R4 flash cards but may not know what ASP stands for.

In such a scenario, it is not surprising that there are many misconceptions surrounding such languages. One common misconception is that the .asp extension is dead. Many persons read this and presume that something better must have come up. However, the fact remains that many web sites still make use of this language.

The fact that this extension has been used means that ASP server side language has been used by the web site. However, most web sites prefer to hide the extension by going in for the generic HTM or HTML extension. This means that anybody analyzing the extension cannot find out the exact language used. Each and every language has its own set of flaws and security problems.

By simplifying the extension, it is possible to hide the web site from the malicious attacks of hackers. However, this also creates misconception in the minds of average users that ASP has vanished. That is definitely not the case. Of course, frequent innovations and changes means that one can no longer stick to the past.

It is important to know that even the developers of older languages come up with suggestions and modifications that improves performance and makes the language suitable for new age solutions. Before you arrive at any simplistic conclusion, make it a point to do some real research that focuses on data and not just on extension of the web page.

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Demystifying coding

admin — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:03:06 +0000

I’m not silly, I know that HTML seems completely inaccessible to people who know nothing about computers. You know you get computer guys who talk about this kind of thing like everyone will understand? Well that’s not me. I realise this because every day I get emails and phone calls from people absolutely confused by that thing called code.

So here, now, I have chosen to try and unravel some of those mysteries. Read the following and it’ll not only educate you, but it should make your blood-pressure go down fast!

1) HTML code isn’t a total nightmare, and actually much of it is very basic. Don’t think of it as loads of complex things to remember – rather, think of it as a basic thing which can be built upon in time. In other words, you start off learning the basic tags and progress from there.

2) The reason why HTML text can go wrong is simple: it’s very easy to get wrong. Usually it’ll go wrong because the tags are places in the wrong order, but it can also go wrong if you don’t add in spaces after each tag: this can be absolutely essential, depending on the document.

3) There are forums on homeware , tree-climbing, motorbikes, and, you guessed it, HTML. So do a quick Google search and see what you can find. There are tons of friendly people out there willing to help a newbie, so don’t be afraid to ask something, even if it does sound dead simple!

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Education at our fingertips

admin — Mon, 02 May 2011 19:03:08 +0000

Life around the globe is becoming very fast paced; we live in what could be called a fast food culture. When someone desires something they want it immediately. The internet has allowed people to instantly access their bank accounts, send mail (email), communicate with old friends, design custom signs look up travel information and virtually anything else. Decades ago to purchase anything you had to go somewhere outside the comfort of your house, now you can but it online and get it delivered at your doorstep.

Education has now stepped into the internet age too. The internet may never allow us to fully experience education, like going to an actual classroom does; but it is helping us become more educated academically. Schools are getting more and more expensive every year. To reduce these school and college costs are helpful to parents and student alike.

Tutors for subjects that a student struggles with are common. When one has a tutor there is a lot more traveling involved. Today we no longer have to deal with all the traveling to go to the tutor or the tutor to come to us. Thankfully the online world has opened the doors to tutoring. There are places all over the internet where one can find tutors for various subjects.

Now while searching online it is important to check the rates, and the tutor’s schedule. It is becoming ever popular here in the UK as it eliminates the need for one to spend money to travel or bringing a tutor into your home. Students are able to get in contact with educators across the country and the world. It is fast becoming more popular than the traditional way of tutoring.
So for the students who are used to the fast paced world we live in. The internet will provide you the opportunity now to further you education and knowledge just with a little searching online.

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Explorers

admin — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:04:08 +0000

Web explorers are plenty. We have a selection of Google Chrome, Safari, Windows Explorer, Netscape and a couple of others. Often people ask which is the best? Answering truly, there isn’t any, they all are good, they all smooth & less clustered interfaces and they all have similar functions.
The web explorers have a simple function - connecting you to the internet - its a medium through which PC users can connect with each other. There isn’t much after that. As long as your explorer can do this - then its mission accomplished. I have used all the above mentioned and I never felt for a moment that my computing experience would collapse if we lose Google Chrome tomorrow. It’s my first choice because I like the interface (its customizable), the buttons are minimal and placed in the right places, and since I have used it for 5 years as I was curious about whats different in it, im just comfortable with the name. And that’s all. So if Google Chrome up and vanished tomorrow, ill simply switch to any of the others.
None of them have some spectacular timesheet software that would overwhelm any competitors thus they all are equal. They are the solution to the basic purpose of websurfing. They all fall under one genre and there isn’t any ground for legit arguments. The rest all depends on your personal preferences. So as long as your web browser helps you connect online, then thats all is enough to make it good.

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Rock star computers

admin — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 16:03:16 +0000

It’s been a while since I’ve seen a queue in my local shopping centre. Probably not since it opened and Gok Wan turned up to do a couple of fashion makeovers! Or maybe that time the mobile phone shop was actually offering a good deal on the best roaming prices that wasn’t a complete rip-off… I digress; my point is that when I popped out for my lunchtime sandwich at the end of last week, there was the incongruous sight of a queue in the middle of my shopping centre.
Quite a chunky queue as well, probably around 20 or 25 people, some with the foresight to bring camping stools and refreshments, and all with portable computers. That’s when I realised what they were queuing for. Not tickets to some ultra hip rock concert, but the chance to get their hands on the next ultra hip computer, the iPad2.
Maybe I still live in the past when it comes to computers. Maybe I’d get more excited over a mint condition ZX Spectrum than a new shiny piece of kit that looks like it could have been made in any old Chinese sweatshop. But I really don’t “get” the iPad phenomenon. In fact, if it wasn’t for the fact that I love my iPod with all my heart, I would say that I don’t really get the entire Apple phenomenon. Queueing up outside the store to make sure you were one of the privileged few to get your models on the stroke of 5pm made me want to scream “Get a life” - and that’s from someone who spends their weekends in a darkened room, writing computer programs while wearing their pyjamas and eating last night’s take away…

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Switch to Google Chrome

admin — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 20:03:11 +0000

When the web first made available, there were not very many options for browsers out there. In fact there were only a couple of programs that allowed you to even access the web with a graphical user interface. Over time it has become inevitable that web browsers would fight in order to become the provider that is best geared and able to provide the window to the web that consumers want. Most internet users still use Internet Explorer. This browser rose to dominance because it is Microsoft’s web browser and Microsoft bundle the browser with most versions of their operating systems, giving them an excellent way in to get their browser on people’s computer. But there’s a lot of criticisms of Internet Explorer that are making people start to look elsewhere for a way to access the web. The criticism involve things like security, vulnerability to viruses and the speed of the thing. Internet Explorer has performed poorly in this regard, so it’s no surprise that many have switched.

While Firefox is often people’s favourite choice if looking for a web browser, and I have found that it is actually becoming a little bloated. It takes up a lot of valuable screen real estate with unnecessary things, while the Chrome browser developed by Google is much more stream lined. The best thing about these browsers is that you do not need to have won a lot of money on the stock market courtesy of Galvan Research of someone similar, but you can just download them for free with no problem or cost.

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First dial up, then broadband… what next?

admin — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:17:02 +0000

When the internet was first introduced into homes, there was the standard dial-up connection. People were able to put up with slow load times, slow connection times and being kicked off of the connection because it used the phone line. In today’s day and age, we have high powered connections and enjoy fast load times, and the ability to use the telephone and surf the internet simultaneously. Many people turn to broadband connections in order to get away from what was considered to be a very good way to connect to the internet. A broadband comparison shows that it is not only formidable and better than a dial-up connection, it surpasses it in every fashion. Although it is not the fastest connection available, its functionality is very useful when compared to the dial-up internet. Many people find that once they switch to broadband, they do not return to dial-up for the simple fact that dial-up was inhibiting and does not serve their needs like broadband can.

Broadband, although a great option is not the fastest speed of internet. Cable and T1 connections far surpass broadband in speed, but by consequence, cost more money to use. this is part of what makes broadband so useful to the average person or family. Average, everyday people can browse the internet for relatively little money and do whatever they wish at a great speed. Broadband itself, is offered by many of the major companies, including Verizon who offer up superior customer service as well as letting you choose your plan. This is great for people who don’t wish to spend a great deal of money. So if you find yourself looking to convert from standard dial-up and are wishing to add some speed to your internet experience, broadband may just be what you’re looking.

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