Integrating Flash forms with standard Web form handlers; Connecting a small remote office

* Dr. Internet columnist Steve Blass explains how to integrate Flash forms with standard Web form handlers * Help Desk columnist Ron Nutter offers advice on connecting a small remote office to a main office

* Integrating Flash forms with standard Web form handlers

By Steve Blass

Q: Can I build a form in Macromedia Flash and post submissions back to a standard Web server form-handler?

A: Yes, the Flash Professional version can post form submissions to a plain old Web server, as well as to a Cold Fusion or ASP server.

To read Steve’s answer in its entirety, please go to: http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2005/112805internet.html?rl

* Connecting a small remote office

By Ron Nutter

Q: I’m looking for some advice on connecting a very small office with about six users to a main office that will provide file and print sharing and e-mail. Currently, I have a point-to-point connection with a small router using the DSL link to connect to the main office router. It is a nailed-up connection, but the problem seems to be speed and lack of any at all.

Would you have any suggestions on how I can inexpensively change the current setup without running a T-1?

A: Since you mention this is a nailed-up connection, in answering I will assume you’re running some type of VPN between locations. First, look at your DSL configuration. When using a VPN connection, it is best that you have the same speeds up and down on the connection.

To read Ron’s answer in its entirety, please go to: http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2005/112805nutter.html?rl