The Web was once a client-server application. Now, thanks to systematic preloading of caches, it's becoming a distributed broadcasting network. A DNS security protocol is being developed to test whether requested Internet addresses come from intended sources and contain authentic data. Web Content Quantex Microsystems' WebXL 2000 caching server improves the delivery speed of Web content and reduces Internet bandwidth overloads on WAN connections. XML Extends Itself Putting XML to work calls for better document descriptions and a push into the realm of messaging.
Bad things happen to good Web sites.
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