Two Web insiders who were employees of CERN in Geneva, where the Web was developed, tell how the idea for the World Wide Web came about, how it was developed, and how it was eventually handed over at no charge for the rest of the world to use. 20 illustrations.

Creating a Web server site via the Internet can be a frustrating experience. This comprehensive guide covers all the essentials of designing, configuring, maintaining and expanding a Web site using the most popular software packages, CERN and NCSA. This World Wide Web guide will be an invaluable reference during all phases of a Web site's life span.

This text provides an explanation of CGI and related techniques for people who want to provide their own information servers on the Web. It explains the value of CGI and how it works, and looks at the subtle details of programming. The accompanying CD-ROM

Aimed toward the working programmer, this guide provides readers with everything they need to know to become experts at using the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) to post on the Web. Liberally illustrated and detailed examples provide complete background and hands-on information to let programmers of any level design, install, and operate customized Web-specific CGI programs. CD contains ready-to-run programs and code fragments.

bull; Task-based approach teaches readers how to combine HTML and CSS to create sharp, consistent Web pages regardless of monitor size, browser, platform, or viewing device. bull; Comprehensive coverage of the transition from HTML to XHTML, including the differences between the languages. bull; Packed with tips, techniques, and illustrations--all updated to reflect newer browsers and the changing use of HTML.

"The authoritative tool for making certain a person, author, corporate body, organization, book, or other media is appropriately accessible under its authority name, subject, and form, Maxwell's should be part of any library's toolbox."--BOOK JACKET.

Web information systems engineering resolves the multifaceted issues of Web-based systems development; however, as part of an emergent yet prolific industry, Web site quality assurance is a continually adaptive process needing a comprehensive reference tool to merge all cutting-edge research and innovations. The Handbook of Research on Web Information Systems Quality integrates 30 authoritative contributions by 72 of the world's leading experts on the models, measures, and methodologies of Web information systems, software quality, and Web engineering into one practical guide to Web information systems quality, making this handbook of research an essential addition to all library collections.

Quick and easy way to learn hypertext markup language.

The World Wide Web is the fastest growing and coolest part of the Internet. The World Wide Web Directory gives users everything they need to untangle the Web. Ideal for both new and experienced users, the guide features screen captures of the Web's hottest and coolest home pages, site listings of over 6,500 Web sites, free Web browser and free Web connect time.

Tim Berners-Lee tells the story of how he came to create the World Wide Web, looks at the future development of the medium, and offers his opinions on censorship, privacy, and other issues.