A book/CD-ROM introducing ActiveX technology and providing a directory of controls from Microsoft and third-party developers. After a review of Web technologies and ActiveX fundamentals, coverage includes document creation tools, embedding ActiveX controls in Web sites, and security. ActiveX is compared with competing technologies such as Java and browser plug-ins. The directory contains succinct entries with descriptions, sample code, and contact information. The CD-ROM offers freeware, demo, and shareware controls. For anyone who designs Web pages, with or without programming experience. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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