Restructuring information in an XML document so that it works in other formats used to be a time-consuming ordeal involving lots of blood, sweat, and tears. Now XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations) makes the process nearly instantaneous. Just provide an example of the kind of information you’d like to see, and XSLT does the rest. With XSLT you can effortlessly transform XML documents into virtually any kind of output, including other XML documents and HTML pages. But mastering XSLT can be tricky, especially if you’ve never worked with XML or HTML; and most books on the subject are written for people who have. Here comes XSLT For Dummies to the rescue! XSLT For Dummies is your ticket to quickly mastering XSLT—no matter what your prior programming experience. Writing in easygoing, plain English, XML pro Richard Wagner provides expert advice, step-by-step guidance, and tons of crystal-clear examples to help you harness the power of XSLT to transform documents. In no time you’ll: * Understand how XSLT works with XSL and XPath * Experiment with templates, stylesheets, and expressions * Perform HTML transformations * Master XPath data types and functions * Combine XSLT stylesheets * Explore cool XSLT programming tricks XSLT For Dummies works from the ground up, starting with a practical introduction of the “X-Team”—XML, XSL, XSLT, and X-Path—and instructions on how to write a XSLT stylesheet. From there it quickly moves onward and upward through the whole range of important XSLT topics, including: * Transforming with stylesheets * Understanding and using template rules * Using XPath to locate nodes in XML documents * Combining XSLT stylesheets and adding processing instructions * Debugging XSLT transformations * Ten XSLT processors available online It doesn’t matter whether you’re a babe in the woods who can’t tell a “tag” from an element, or you’re an old pro at creating XML documents, XSLT For Dummies offers you a fun, easy way to explore and take full advantage of Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations.

This book is the perfect guide to help you understand X.B.R.L.-from the "father of X.B.R.L." What is X.B.R.L., and how can it help you streamline your business reporting? This plain-English guide from the "father of X.B.R.L.," Charles Hoffman, will tell you what it is, why it is and how you can get on the bus with this new S.E.C.-mandated business reporting standard for publicly-traded companies. A C.P.A., Hoffman is credited with the idea of applying X.M.L. data to financial reporting; X.B.R.L. is the language that resulted. Learn to prepare financial statements with X.B.R.L., use it for strategic planning, move all relevant departments in your company to the same system and more. *X.B.R.L. (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) is an X.M.L.-based open standard for accounting data; author Charles Hoffman is credited with the idea of applying X.M.L. data to financial reporting. *Plan for X.B.R.L. implementation, set action-oriented agendas, and identify stakeholders and subject-matter experts within your organization. *Learn to choose from and adapt existing X.B.R.L. taxonomies to comply with U.S. G.A.A.P. and I.F.R.S. standards. Topics also include how to adapt your existing financial information into X.B.R.L.

From the author of Black Hawk Down comes the story of the battle between those determined to exploit the internet and those committed to protect it-the ongoing war taking place literally beneath our fingertips. The Conficker worm infected its first computer in November 2008 and within a month had infiltrated 1.5 million computers in 195 countries. Banks, telecommunications companies, and critical government networks (including the British Parliament and the French and German military) were infected. No one had ever seen anything like it. By January 2009 the worm lay hidden in at least eight million computers and the botnet of linked computers that it had created was big enough that an attack might crash the world. This is the gripping tale of the group of hackers, researches, millionaire Internet entrepreneurs, and computer security experts who united to defend the Internet from the Conficker worm: the story of the first digital world war.

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Bestselling and quintessential For Dummies author Dan Gookin employs his usual fun and friendly candor while walking you through the spectrum of new features of Word 2010. Completely in tune with the needs of the beginning Word user, Gookin shows you how to use Word quickly and efficiently so that you can spend more time working on your projects and less time trying to figure out how to make Word perform the tasks you need it to do. This newest edition of Word For Dummies explains how to navigate the user interface and take advantages of file formats, and skips the unnecessary jargon. * Unparalleled author Dan Gookin applies his beloved For Dummies writing style to introduce you to all the features and functions of Word 2010 * Escorts you through the capabilities of Word 2010 without weighing you down with unnecessary technical jargon * Deciphers the user interface and shows you how to take advantage of the file formats The word on the street is that Word 2010 For Dummies is a must-read!

Wireless home networks are better than ever! The emergence of new industry standards has made them easier, more convenient, less expensive to own and operate. Still, you need to know what to look for (and look out for), and the expert guidance you’ll find in Wireless Home Networks For Dummies, 3rd Edition helps you ensure that your wire-free life is also a hassle-free life! This user-friendly, plain-English guide delivers all of the tips, tricks, and knowledge you need to plan your wireless home network, evaluate and select the equipment that will work best for you, install and configure your wireless network, and much more. You’ll find out how to share your Internet connection over your network, as well as files, printers, and other peripherals. And, you’ll learn how to avoid the “gotchas” that can creep in when you least expect them. Discover how to: * Choose the right networking equipment * Install and configure your wireless network * Integrate Bluetooth into your network * Work with servers, gateways, routers, and switches * Connect audiovisual equipment to your wireless network * Play wireless, multiuser computer games * Establish and maintain your network’s security * Troubleshoot networking problems * Improve network performance * Understand 802.11n Whether you’re working with Windows PCs, Mac OS X machines, or both Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, 3rd Edition, makes it fast and easy to get your wireless network up and running—and keep it that way!

Windows PowerShell 2 is the scripting language that enables automation within the Windows operating system. Packed with powerful new features, this latest version is complex, and Windows PowerShell 2 For Dummies is the perfect guide to help system administrators get up to speed. Written by a Microsoft MVP with direct access to the program managers and developers, this book covers every new feature of Windows PowerShell 2 in a friendly, easy-to-follow format. * Windows PowerShell 2 is the updated scripting language that enables system administrators to automate Windows operating systems * System administrators with limited scripting experience will find this book helps them learn the fundamentals of Windows PowerShell 2 quickly and easily * Translates the jargon and complex syntax of Windows PowerShell 2 * Covers script debugging improvements, the ability to invoke commands remotely, and the new user interface * Uses real-world applications to clarify the theory, fundamentals, and techniques of the scripting language * Written by a Microsoft MVP with direct access to the developers of Windows PowerShell 2 Windows PowerShell 2 For Dummies makes this tool easily accessible to administrators of every experience level.

If you work in an office, you probably don’t lose much sleep worrying about whether your files are safe if your PC melts down. Company IT departments handle those things for business networks. But how about all those precious photos, address lists, the family genealogy, and everything else that lives on your home network? Windows Home Server can save the day if one of your personal PCs hiccups, and Windows Home Server For Dummies serves up all the stuff you need to know to put it to work. Forget everything you’ve heard about previous versions of Windows Server; this all-new variation has been designed for people who don’t wear white lab coats or pocket protectors. Woody Leonhard has tested it and it passed with flying colors. If you have a home or small business network, this book shows you how Windows Home Server helps you * Share files among all the PCs in your home * Access your files from anywhere * Make regular backups automatically * Store files securely * Play music, TV shows, or movies on your Xbox * Share multimedia across your network * Keep your virus protection and system upgrades up to date * Get regular reports on the overall health of your network Windows Home Server For Dummies provides sage advice on choosing a version of Windows Home Server, installing it, setting up users and passwords, using remote access, scheduling automatic scans and backups, and having fun with multimedia.   Trust Woody—you’ll sleep better.

Microsoft Windows is the operating system that runs nearly 90 percent of the world's computers. Windows 8 will offer new interface updates, cloud-based services, and much more. This update of Andy Rathbone's bestselling Windows guide covers all the basics, plus the enhancements unique to Windows 8. Whether you're meeting Windows for the first time or upgrading from an earlier version, this book shows you how to navigate the interface, work with files, browse the Internet, set up e-mail, manage media, and more. Combined editions of this book, all by Microsoft MVP Andy Rathbone, have sold more than 15 million copies worldwide, making Windows For Dummies the #1 bestselling technology book of all time.