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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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Store .NET application settings in custom XML .config files

Before you begin deploying applications based on the .NET framework, you need to decide how your organisation will manage common application settings. ZDNet Australia provides these tips. Read more »

Master simple forms authentication in .NET

Using forms authentication, you can quickly build a simple, secure Web app. This walk-through shows you how to apply the strategy in your apps. Read more »

How to build secure ASP.NET applications

ASP.NET provides several ways to protect your Web-based app from attack. Here's an overview of authentication, authorisation, and role-based security. Read more »

Integrate Passport into ASP.NET apps

If you are looking for a secure means to transfer sensitive information in an ASP.NET application, try integrating Microsoft's Passport service. Read more »

ASP.NET security with web.config

For ASP.NET applications, the web.config file contains information about the application's operation. Find out how to manage application security settings through this file. Read more »

Secure your ASP.NET applications

Despite improvements over previous standards, ASP.NET still has its fair share of vulnerabilities. Use these tips from Builder.com to help secure your ASP.NET applications Read more »

Secure ASP.NET 2.0 sites with Membership API

Beginning with ASP.NET 2.0, the Membership API was added to simplify adding security to a Web application. This article explains how to use the Membership API with a SQL Server back-end. Read more »

Practical Web service security in .NET

Learn how to secure a Web service using VS.NET. Our sample code will enable you to prevent unauthorised users from accessing the service. Read more »

Designing secure intranet applications

During the design phase, engineering and security teams must work together to ensure intranet applications meet the established security standards. Read more »

Configure authentication in your ASP.NET app

ASP.NET offers developers plenty of options when it comes to authentication. Here's a look at how to make ASP.NET's authentication settings work with IIS. Read more »

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