section 15.1 identify webmastering tasks identify web server maintenance techniques describe the...
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Section 15.1• Identify Webmastering tasks• Identify Web server maintenance techniques• Describe the importance of backups
Section 15.2• Identify guidelines for updating a site• Edit and update a Web page• Use FrontPage reports• Check for broken hyperlinks
Section 15.3• Control access to a Web site• Create a login screen• Monitor Web site traffic using FrontPage Usage reports
15.1 Web Server MaintenanceGuide to Reading
Main Ideas
Web server maintenance is the primary responsibility of a Webmaster. Maintenance includes diagnosing and repairing a server’s hardware and software, and backing up critical system data.
Key Terms
hot-swappable hard drives
hard drive mirroring
backup
incremental backup
pp. 394-397
pp. 394-397Web Server Maintenance
Webmasters are the primary individuals responsible for Web server maintenance.
A Web server’s primary function is to upload and download files. This depends on two components:
• Communication hardware
• Communication software
Maintaining a Web Server
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15.1 Web Server MaintenanceMaintaining a Web Server
Webmasters must also be aware of the storage space requirements of the site. They can use solutions such as hot-hot-swappable hard drivesswappable hard drives or hard drive mirroringhard drive mirroring to maintain storage.
hot-swappable hard drives Storage system used by some Web servers that contains multiple hard drives; allows a Webmaster to replace one drive for another in case of failure of the drive. (p. 395)
hard drive mirroring Storage method in which data are written to more than one hard drive at the same time; helps keep Web servers fully functional at all times. (p. 395)
pp. 394-397
15.1 Web Server MaintenanceMaintaining a Web Server
Webmasters should also be concerned with the loss of critical data.
They can solve data loss through data backupbackup. Incremental backupsIncremental backups are more efficient than complete data backups.
backup A copy of a specific set of data, usually stored in a different place such as a tape, CD-ROM, or another hard drive. (p. 396)
incremental backup Copies only the data that has changed since the last full backup to the backup device. (p. 396)
pp. 394-397
pp. 394-397Web Server Maintenance
The Webmaster plays an important role in making sure Web sites function properly.
The Role of the Webmaster
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pp. 394-397Web Server Maintenance
• Activity 15A – Becoming a Webmaster (p. 397)
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15.2 Updating InformationGuide to Reading
Main Ideas
Published Web sites require regular updating. Webmasters often archive rather than discard the elements they remove. Preparing technical documentation is an important part of Web site maintenance.
Key Terms
file management
direct server update
local client update
archiving
pp. 399-403
pp. 399-403Updating Information
Visitors return to sites that contain dynamic information. Consider the following guidelines for updating your site:
• Think about how your changes will benefit your visitors.
• Frequently update content elements such as the site’s graphics, text, last-updated date, and recommended links.
• Try to maintain the site’s overall structure, navigation bars, logos, color schemes, and contact information.
• Create a schedule for regular updates.
Guidelines for Updating a Site
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15.2 Updating InformationEditing and Updating Web Files
A comprehensive Web maintenance plan should include a strategy for file file managementmanagement..
There are two methods for updating files: direct direct server updateserver update and local local client updateclient update..
file management The process of creating, naming, moving, updating, and deleting files on a computer system. (p. 400)
direct server update The act of updating or revising a Web site’s files directly on the Web server where the site resides. (p. 400)
local client update The process of revising Web pages by copying the files from the Web server to a local (client) workstation, updating the files on the local workstation, and uploading the revised files to the Web server. (p. 400)
pp. 399-403
pp. 399-403Updating Information
FrontPage has a variety of reports that help you monitor your Web site.
• Site Summary Report
• Files Report
• Problems Report
• Workflow Report
Using FrontPage Reports
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15.2 Updating InformationArchiving Web Pages
It is important to archivearchive your Web pages. You can use the old pages as templates for new pages.
Remember to archive the HMTL pages as well as the associated files and folders.
archiving The process of saving and storing old Web pages and their components. (p. 403)
pp. 399-403
pp. 399-403Updating Information
Many Web site publishers provide various forms of technical documentation to accompany their software. Such documentation might be intended for Web site users, Webmasters, or even Web site developers.
Regardless of its intended readership, documentation can be an essential part of an effective Web site.
Developing Technical Documentation
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pp. 399-403Updating Information
• Activity 15B – Updating a Web Site Locally (p. 400)• Activity 15C – Checking for Broken Links (p. 402)
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15.3 Keeping a Web Site SecureGuide to Reading
Main Ideas
Many Web sites collect valuable information about the Web surfers who visit it. Part of a Webmaster’s job is keeping this personal data secure from unauthorized access.
Key Terms
access control
password
user authentication
global access control
pp. 405-408
15.3 Keeping a Web Site SecureControlling Access to a Site
Webmasters can use various methods to set up access controlaccess control to a Web site:
• PasswordPassword controls and user authenticationuser authentication
• Global access controlsGlobal access controls
access control A security measure in which a site’s availability is restricted to a specific set of authorized users. (p. 405)
password A set of letters or numbers that a user enters to gain access to a Web site. (p. 405)
user authentication The process of checking the password the user enters against the one assigned to the user. (p. 405)
global access control A security measure in which groups of users are granted or denied access to computer system data; different groups of users are often given different levels of access to system data. (p. 407)
pp. 405-408
pp. 405-408Keeping a Web Site Secure
There are several methods for monitoring traffic on the Web site.
FrontPage usage reports track many different kinds of information, including how often a visitor comes to your site, what operating systems and browsers they are using, and how they found your site.
Monitoring Web Site Traffic
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pp. 405-408Keeping a Web Site Secure
The need for Web site security is well established, as is the technology to implement such security. However, the question still remains as to how much security any given Web site publisher should be required to provide.
Webmasters often must make ethical decisions when monitoring Web sites. Along with repairing hardware and software, ethical choices are sometimes part of the Webmaster’s job.
Ethics and Webmastering
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pp. 405-408Keeping a Web Site Secure
• Activity 15D – Creating a Login Screen (p. 406)
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Chapter 15
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