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File Locations

Question: I have set Home as C:MyApp in Project Information. VFP has no problem finding the project, but when I do a build and, while running, click a link to

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Replacement for the “Finally” Keyword

Question: I’m wondering whether there is any good replacement for Java’s “finally” keyword (that executes regardless of whether an exception is thrown a keyword) in C++. I’m trying to switch

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Apply Web Site Templates Using Includes

Question: I want to create a consistent look and feel to my site. Without using frames, how do I apply a template to all my Web pages that will include

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Using the Find Method of the Window Object

Question: Can I find the text on an HTML page from another window (where the find option is available)? Answer: If you are using Netscape Navigator 4+, you can use

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Simulate a PDA in a Web Page

Question: What is the best way to go about simulating a PDA (personal digital assistant) in a Web page? I want to simulate a change of menu many times. Can

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Single-Threaded DLL and Web Server Application

Question: We have a legacy database system called Universe, which is owned by Ardent Software. Ardent offers a product called uvObjects which is a single-threaded DLL that can be loaded

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Bevel Flat Graphics in FrontPage 2000

An overlooked feature in FrontPage 2000 is the one-click tool to add a nice bevel to your graphics. A bevel makes the image stand out from the page and adds