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Microsoft Log Parser Toolkit $41.95 HIGHLIGHT Written by Microsoft’s Log Parser developer, this is the first book available on Microsoft’s popular yet undocumented log parser tool. The book and accompanying Web site contain hundreds of customized, working scripts and templates that system administrators will find invaluable for analyzing the log files from Windows Server, Snort IDS, ISA Server, IIS Server, Exchange Server, and other products. System administrators running Windows, Unix, and Linux networks manage anywhere from 1 to thousands of operating systems (Windows, Unix, etc.), Applications (Exchange, Snort, IIS, etc.), and hardware devices (firewalls, routers, etc.) that generate incredibly long and detailed log files of all activity on the particular application or device. This book will teach administrators how to use Microsoft’s Log Parser to data mine all of the information available within these countless logs. The book teaches readers how all queries within Log Parser work (for example: a Log Parser query to an Exchange log may provide information on the origin of spam, viruses, etc.). Also, Log Parser is completely scriptable and customizable so the book and accompanying Web site will provide the reader with hundreds of original, working scripts that will automate these tasks and provide formatted charts and reports detailing the results of the queries. * Written by Microsoft’s sole developer of Log Parser, this is the first book available on the powerful yet completely undocumented product that ships with Microsoft’s IIS, Windows Advanced Server 2003, and is available as a free download from the Microsoft Web site. * The book and accompanying Web site contain dozens of original, working Log Parser scripts and templates for Windows Server, ISA Server, Snort IDS, Exchange Server, IIS, and more! * This book and accompanying scripts will save system administrators countless hours by scripting and automating the most common to the most complex log analysis tasks. |
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Northern Exposure Log Sofa Server $111.66 Northern Exposure Collection Made to order in the US Pictured in Clear Lifetime warranty 14 in. W x 12 in. D x 24.5 in. H The Log Sofa Server is used with any of our log futons or with any upholstered sofa. Its great for setting drinks or snacks on when watching TV or just visiting with friends. The log sofa server is very functional, especially when there is not enough room for a log coffee table. It’s rustic look goes with any cabin decor. |
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Mastering SQL Server 2008 $59.99 As Microsoft’s bestselling database manager, SQL Server is highly flexible and customizable, and has excellent support—the 2008 version offers several significant new capabilities. This book offers accurate and expert coverage on the updates to SQL Server 2008 such as its enhanced security; the ability to encrypt an entire database, data files, and log files without the need for application changes; a scalable infrastructure that can manage reports and analysis of any size and complexity; and its extensive performance data collection. |
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Security Log Management $51.95 This book teaches IT professionals how to analyze, manage, and automate their security log files to generate useful, repeatable information that can be use to make their networks more efficient and secure using primarily open source tools. The book begins by discussing the Top 10 security logs that every IT professional should be regularly analyzing. These 10 logs cover everything from the top workstations sending/receiving data through a firewall to the top targets of IDS alerts. The book then goes on to discuss the relevancy of all of this information. Next, the book describes how to script open source reporting tools like Tcpdstats to automatically correlate log files from the various network devices to the Top 10 list. By doing so, the IT professional is instantly made aware of any critical vulnerabilities or serious degradation of network performance. All of the scripts presented within the book will be available for download from the Syngress Solutions Web site. Almost every operating system, firewall, router, switch, intrusion detection system, mail server, Web server, and database produces some type of log file. This is true of both open source tools and commercial software and hardware from every IT manufacturer. Each of these logs is reviewed and analyzed by a system administrator or security professional responsible for that particular piece of hardware or software. As a result, almost everyone involved in the IT industry works with log files in some capacity. * Provides turn-key, inexpensive, open source solutions for system administrators to analyze and evaluate the overall performance and security of their network * Dozens of working scripts and tools presented throughout the book are available for download from Syngress Solutions Web site. * Will save system administrators countless hours by scripting and automating the most common to the most complex log analysis tasks |
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Lorex DXR109081 9-channel Digital Video Recorder with Removable 80 GB HDD $959.95 The Lorex DXR109081 9-channel Digital Video Recorder with Removable 80 GB HDD combines a nine-channel multiplexer with a DVR (digital video recorder. The DXR109081 is a cost effective DVR that can store hours of video on a HDD (hard disk drive) without image degradation or tape-swapping, making it an ideal replacement for aging time-lapse VCRs. This DVR includes many features, such as multiple eas… |
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New – APC UPS Network Management Card – BC3031 $402.27 General Information Manufacturer/Supplier: American Power Conversion Corp Manufacturer Part Number: AP963 Brand Name: APC Product Name: UPS Network Management Card Marketing Information: APC UPS Network Management Card allow for secure monitoring and control of an individual APC UPS via web browser, command line interface, or SNMP. Embedded technology provides exceptional reliability with notifica… |
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New – Adobe ColdFusion Builder v.2.0 – Complete Product – 1 User – 65123358 $373.23 Manufacturer/Supplier: Adobe Systems, Inc Manufacturer Part Number: 65123358 Brand Name: Adobe Product Name: ColdFusion Builder v.2.0 Marketing Information: Adobe ColdFusion Builder 2 software is the only professional IDE for quickly and easily building ColdFusion applications. Customize your development environment to improve workflow, and easily expand functionality with extensions built with CF… |
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New – Lantronix SecureLinx SLC48 Console Server – CK6956 General Information Manufacturer/Supplier: Lantronix, Inc Manufacturer Part Number: SLC04822N-03 Brand Name: Lantronix Product Line: SecureLinx Product Series: SLC Product Model: SLC48 Product Name: SecureLinx SLC48 Console Server Marketing Information: The SecureLinx SLC48 Secure Console Server provide secure, remote access to servers and IT infrastructure equipment, whether it’s located down the… |
Five Common Mistakes That Occur In Building And Maintaining SQL Server Databases
The creation and maintenance of a SQL server database environment is no simple task. There are many parameters to consider for design, support, and troubleshooting. Making a mistake in those areas or overlooking certain details and tasks only make the job harder.
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Below is a list of five common mistakes when building and maintaining a SQL Server database environment. There are definitely more mistakes that are made but you should be mindful of these.
1. No Plans To Backup
Failure to regularly backup your databases is an invitation for disaster. Backup planning should involve regular backups, ability to gather and recover backed up data, and use of locations other than database server for storage purposes. Make a point to perform backups early and often. You will never want to come across a scenario where you don't have the backed up data.
2. Using an Ad Hoc Query
Stored procedures on the application level should be the only way a user can access the database. An Ad Hoc query enables users to write their very own code against the database with various different permissions. Stored procedures enable only EXECUTE permissions preserving data integrity and providing improved performance through compiling and caching. Proper SQL optimization begins with removing most or all ad hoc queries.
3. Not Testing Correctly
Putting code into production without testing is nearly as bad having a poor backup plan. Not providing for beta and on-going testing is also a mistake. Optimum pre-production testing must mimic production environments as closely as possible. Smaller test databases don’t always scale well to fully functioning production environments. Testing now is always better than fixing later.
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4. Insufficient Monitoring
You should not assume that your database is already optimized and has no issues with performance. Quality SQL optimization will need constant performance monitoring so that users are always getting the best possible experience at any given time. Lack of or inadequate monitoring runs the risk of applications and queries slowing down performance by consuming too many system resources. These SQL server hardware environments and queries need to be monitored an optimized frequently to make sure the system is performing to its optimum potential. SQL monitors will gather trends in performance over a period of time that will enable you to establish plans to tune the database.
5. No Change Management Process
Changing a stable production environment should not be done light-heartedly. It necessitates that you test, plan, and implement properly. Using a change management process will offer better structure when making changes. Documentation of how, when, and why database changes are to occur enables quick reversions in case database changes don’t go as planned. Conducting the necessary pre-production testing needs to be a step in your change management procedure. Two words of advice: document everything.
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Apache Essentials: Install, Configure, Maintain $0.01 Apache is the most widely used web server on the Internet today, and that comes as no surprise—it’s open source and therefore free of charge, not to mention gloriously extensible. And it’s much more secure than other web servers.So you’ve picked this book up and youre wondering what exactly makes it different from all those other Apache books? There are hundreds of books about Apache; books that promise to unleash its power, provide a complete reference for it, or delve into the most miniscule corners of its functionality.The problem is that none of them talks to the average web designer or developer. Most books on Apache are written by propellerheads for propellerheads. None of them explain how to configure Apache using plain language, giving examples that matter to you—but Apache Essentials does!In Apache Essentials, I’ll show you how to install, configure, and maintain Apache. The key features that you’ll use on a daily basis will be emphasized. You’ll learn how to host secure (SSL) sites, optimize key Apache modules, use Apache with Perl and PHP, work with Server Side Includes (SSI), and take advantage of the information contained in log files.By the time you’re done reading this book, you’ll be an Apache superstar!Table of Contents Introduction to Apache Installing Apache Basic Directives Virtual Hosts Modules Scripting Languages & Server Side Includes Secure Web (Secure Sockets Layer) Log Files Sample Apache Configurations |
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Canon imageCLASS MF5950DW Black and White Laser Multifunction Printer $795 The imageCLASS MF5950dw combines professional-quality multifunction capabilities with features that help businesses save time and money, making it the perfect device for today's small business owners.Featuring a 50-sheet Duplex Auto Document Feeder (DADF), 250-sheet cassette plus 50-sheet multipurpose tray, and an optional 500-sheet paper cassette pedestal and handling paper sizes up to legal10, the MF5950dw delivers print speeds of up to 35 pages per minute single-sided and 17 pages per minute double-sided in black and white11. With Canon's Quick First Print Technology, your first print arrives in approximately 6 seconds.The MF5950dw is also outfitted with cost-saving tools such as all-mode auto duplex functionality, energy-saving technologies and Department ID Management, which enables you to set limits on who can use the machine and how much they can print, copy or scan. You will be able to manage the device from your desk through an embedded web server (Remote UI), which will give you the freedom to view and modify network settings or retrieve an activity log. With built-in Fax Forwarding and Send functionality, the MF5950dw allows you to send incoming faxes, internet faxes and scanned documents to an email address, network folder or another fax number. For on-the-go users, the MF5950dw offers a USB port to facilitate scanning files directly to, or print files directly from a USB drive.With built-in wireless you'll have the freedom to conveniently send print jobs to your device from any location in your home or small office7. The MF5950dw has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) option for a one-touch connection to simplify the task of connecting your device to a wireless network. Furthermore, you'll reduce wiring clutter and help prevent security breaches with WEP and WPA-PSK.The MF5950dw uses approximately 3 watts of energy during Energy Saving Mode and meets Energy Star guidelines, saving you money on energy costs. And like many image |