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Enterprise Library updated to .NET Framework 2.0

Microsoft focuses on caching and security with the release of the Enterprise Library for .NET Framework 2.0. Read more »

Microsoft prepares for Yukon, Longhorn

The software company readies new development tools before planned releases of revamped database and Windows operating system software. Read more »

Next-gen Microsoft Web server details emerge

The next version of Microsoft's Internet Information Services Web server (IIS7) will integrate the ASP.NET development technologies and turn many core features into optional modules. Read more »

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Use XML to store configuration settings

The .NET Framework provides many ways to track application data, with its inherent XML support providing the perfect vehicle for maintaining this data. Take a closer look at storing application data in an XML file. Read more »

Encrypting .NET configuration files through code

Encryption support for configuration files was added to the .NET Framework beginning with version 2.0. We'll show you examples of controlling encryption and decryption in both VB.NET and C# code. Read more »

Using custom configuration settings in .NET

The .NET Framework makes configuration settings a breeze with XML-based configurations. Read more »

Develop a fully functional site with DotNetNuke

The open source DotNetNuke framework allows you to create a powerful Web application using an out-of-the-box solution. Read more »

Secure your .NET smart client apps with CAS

.NET allows code to be downloaded onto several workstations, which increases security concerns. Fortunately, the .NET Framework offers a solution--code access security (CAS). Read more »

.NET: A guide for managers

Here's an overview of .NET for managers who may not have had the opportunity to dive into Microsoft's integration framework. Read more »

.NET application blocks boost development

The .NET Framework is enhanced by .NET application blocks. Here's how to streamline your development efforts with this new tool. Read more »

Legacy apps and .NET

Maximise your investments by using legacy apps in conjunction with the .NET Framework. Use Host Integration Server to integrate your old apps with .NET to save money. Read more »

Take a guided tour of XML support in .NET

Learn your way around .NET's XML neighborhood. Here's a look at the Framework's various reader and writer classes. Read more »

Avoiding Microsoft SQL Server 2005 deployment pitfalls

This tutorial shows you how to properly install Microsoft's SQL Server 2005, avoiding the pitfalls of an unsuccessful deployment. Read more »

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    In this week's Roundup we show you a preview of Windows 7 beta, cover news from the annual Macworld and more. Read more »

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    Opera has thrown a little more love at device developers by announcing an updated version of its software development kit on Wednesday at CES. Read more »

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