Visual Basic 6 Com+ Programming Bible, 1st edition
Authors: John Paul Mueller
Venue:  (2000)

:If COM+ can do it, you can do it too With COM+, you can overcome the limitations of COM and DCOM and create high-performance distributed applications for the enterprise or Internet. This in-depth guide shows you how. After a thorough briefing in COM+ theory, Windows® programming pro John Mueller shows you step-by-step how to capitalize on COM+ using Visual Basic® and Platform SDK tools. Packed with ready-to-run code and sample applications, this one-of-a-kind guide is the only book you need to become a COM+ programming pro. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Visual Basic 6 COM+ programmingWork with the COM+ publish/subscribe event modelBuild a disconnected MSMQ application that works with Active DirectoryUnderstand the "plus" in COM+: MTS and MSMQDiscover how to enhance security in COM+ distributed appsUse the Microsoft® DNA model to create efficient multi-tier applicationsMaster the basics by creating a simple MMC snap-in componentFind out how to harness DCOM as a transport mechanism for COM+Create a Web-based thin client that connects to a remote SQL Server databaseCombine scripts or ASP with COM+ for cutting-edge Web appsBonus CD-ROMPlatform SKD for WindowsVB Crash Shield shareware, RoboHELP Office trial version, Paint Shop Pro evalution version, and other software tryoutsAll sample applications and codeShareware programs are fully functional, free trial versions of copyrighted programs. If you like particular programs, register with their authors for a nominal fee and receive licenses, enhanced versions,and technical support. Freeware programs are free, copyrighted games, applications, and utilities. You can copy them to as many PCs as you likefreebut they have no technical support. www.idgbooks.com System Requirements: Pentium® PC 133 MHz or faster running Windows 2000; 64 MB RAM; 3GB hard drive space Visual Studio 6 Enterprise Edition requiredAuthor Biography: About the Author John Paul Mueller is a freelance author and technical editor. He has writing in his blood, having produced 47 books and almost 200 articles to date. The topics range from networking to artificial intelligence and from database management to heads down programming. Some of his current books include a COM+ programmer's guide and a Windows 2000 performance, tuning, and optimization book. His technical editing skills have helped over 23 authors refine the content of their manuscripts, some of which are certification related. In addition to book projects, John has provided technical editing services to both Data Based Advisor and Coast Compute magazines. A recognized authority on computer industry certifications, he's also contributed certification-related articles to magazines like Certified Professional Magazine, SQL Server Professional, Visual C++ Developer, and Visual Basic Developer. When John isn't working at the computer, you can find him in his workshop. He's an avid woodworker and candle maker. On any given afternoon, you can find him working at a lathe or putting the finishing touches on a bookcase. One of his newest craft projects is glycerin soap making, which comes in handy for gift baskets. You can reach John on the Internet at JMueller@mwt.net. John is also setting up a new Web site at http://www.mwt.net/~jmueller/; feel free to take a look and make suggestions on how he can improve it. One of his current projects is creating book FAQ sheets that should help you find the book information you need much faster.