Programmer's Guide to Internet Mail (HP Technologies)

Book Description

Programmer's Guide to Internet Mail will help you create and manage network applications using powerful Internet mail, directory, and domain name protocols and standards. It succinctly explains from a programmer's perspective not simply the primary Internet mail protocols but also how to use other important network protocols such as LDAP and DNS vital to the creation of message-enabled applications. Readers will learn how these protocols and standards facilitate message submission, delivery and retrieval, support directory lookup, how they interoperate, and how they together create a framework for sophisticated networked applications.

Programmer's Guide to Internet Mail will help you select the right protocol, or combination of protocols, for a specific programming function. Written by an expert e-mail and messaging consultant from Compaq, this insightful book is loaded with sample code you can use to begin and accelerate application development.

Master the primary Internet mail and directory protocols
Understand the interaction between Internet messaging clients and servers
Troubleshoot e-mail network problems

Customer Reviews:

This book is worth gold.......2006-09-30

I can just say thanks to author for writing this book. If we have more books like this we wouldn't have so much frustration in everyday life. The book title might confuse the people about content and use of the book. But I would say that this book is for everyone who wants to know how e-mail works. If you are not programmer than just skip the code and read everything in between. The book is so good that even without that code part it would be still complete and excellent guide how e-mail works.

Great explanation of how email works........2004-08-09

I bought this because I wanted to understand how email gets routed around the internet using DNS. This book accomplished that. I found this book slightly better than David Wood's "Programming Internet Email" due to its coverage of DNS. However I'm glad I own both books.

I feel that I could write SMTP servers and mail clients etc. after reading this. Lots of great example code (although it is all in VB not C).

This did a great job of explaining the topics and then refers you to the RFCs themselves if you need complete detail.

Superficial treatment.......2004-05-04

If you want to write a simple program that generates legal mail, then this might do the trick, but if you need to handle anything that is compliant with RFC821 or RFC822 or MIME, then you will be out of luck. You would be much better off with Internet Email Protocols: A Developers Guide by Kevin Johnson. See http://tinyurl.com/yvgra

Very good book.......2001-04-24

I bought this book because I am writing an SMTP server. While I already had most of the code written, I was looking for "nuances" and anything I may not have thought of. This book provided a few extra bits of information that were helpful.

If I were writing any kind of mail client, this would be the *perfect* book for that. While it does include rudimentary code for various servers, they're woefully incomplete (as they probably should be for this type of book) and require a bit of extra work if you want to use them in a production environment.

As for the book itself, it is very well written and very easy to read. The VB code examples are helpful and enhance the text explanations very well. Had this book included a CDROM with the code (instead of making you search the web for it) I would have given it 4.5 stars. Add to that better code examples and a better discussion on server applications and it would have been 5 stars.

Ideal for anyone new to computer network development.......2001-02-24

John Rhoton's Programmer's Guide To Internet Mail will enable the reader to master the primary Internet mail and directory protocols, understand the interaction between Internet messaging clients and servers, be able to troubleshoot their way through email network problems, learn to message-enable networked applications, gain a protocol-based Visual Basic code, and in general, learn to program with mail message formats RFC822 and MIME; message transfer protocols SMTP and DNS, post office protocols POP3 and IMAP, directory protocols ASN and LDAP, as well as other leading protocols. Programmer's Guide To Internet Mail is ideal for anyone new to computer network development and administration.

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This book examines the evolving dynamics driving philanthropy as Western society struggles to meet today's many challenges. The author takes a hard look at the sensitive issues of democratic legitimacy, accountability and credibility in the context of civil society, as well as the changing policy environment in which foundations operate.

He argues that effective philanthropy is "impact driven" and depends on a strategic mix of methodologies that reach beyond grant-giving. The arguments challenge the status quo and deliver a wake up call to philanthropists on both sides of the Atlantic.

The book intends to spark an ongoing debate as the sector strives to strengthen its relevance and make a real difference in a world that is becoming more complex than ever before.

About 80% to 900f existing literature is from the Anglo-Saxon perspective and written by academics. This book represents a uniquely European perspective from a practitioner with more than 20 years experience in the field.
Because of foundations' hefty - and growing - financial endowment, the questions of value creation, democratic legitimacy, intergenerational transfer of wealth, the payout rate and accountability are being debated. The author offers a European perspective on these issues.
A new and dynamic philanthropy is emerging as foundations take on new roles in communities. These roles are examined within the context of different civil society models. A new role is emerging - that of convenor, or "catalytic converter", which brings various stakeholders together around a particular issue and then advocates for political and/or social change. The author ultimately argues for "impact driven" philanthropy and gives practical examples of how to get there.
Challenges in our globalized world require both local and global solutions. The author urges European foundations to become more European and address the myriad challenges facing a reintegrated continent. He also urges them to assume a stronger leadership role on global issues such as HIV/AIDs, poverty, ethical challenges and drug policy.

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Get this one.......2007-05-04

First of all I'm not an old west officianado, and most every critique of old west books I've seen people always want to go into some rant about the voracity of this story or that. Well, I'll bet even the experts will own a copy of this book even if they claim not to like it. The wealth and wide range of old west personas in this book is everything I hoped it would be. Every entry offers something interesting and you get a real feel of how things must have really been based on all the bits and pieces of information when taken on a whole. I don't know if the experts will ever agree on one perfect old west book, but until they do, I recommend this one.

The Encyclopedia of American Crime (Facts on File Crime Library)

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INCREDIBLE BOOK

The Encyclopedia of American Crime (Facts on File Crime Library)
Carl Sifakis
Manufacturer: Facts on File
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Criminology | Crime & Criminals | Nonfiction | Subjects | Books

ASIN: 0816046344

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INCREDIBLE BOOK.......2003-05-16

The Encyclopedia of American Crime is the BEST true crime book ever written. PERIOD.

Encyclopedia of the JFK Assasination (Facts on File Library of American History)

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Very Good, but ULTIMATE SACRIFICE the best book ever
Great Book-2 Thumbs Up
non-fiction?
An Excellent Resource

Encyclopedia of the JFK Assasination (Facts on File Library of American History)
Michael Benson
Manufacturer: Facts on File
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

Reference | Historical Study | History | Subjects | Books

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Very Good, but ULTIMATE SACRIFICE the best book ever .......2005-12-21

While I thought this book was worthwhile in many respects (I am mentioned on several pages, as well), ULTIMATE SACRIFICE is simply the best book ever on the JFK assassination. Still, worth your time: a nice overview of the case.

Vince Palamara-JFK/ Secret Service expert (History Channel, author of two books, in over 30 other author's books, etc.)
Pittsburgh, PA

BEST JFK ASSASSINATION BOOK: ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
BEST JFK SECRET SERVICE BOOK: SURVIVOR'S GUILT BY YOURS TRULY :)

Great Book-2 Thumbs Up.......2003-11-20

One of the best books I've read regarding the JFK Assassination. It is an excellent resource material for the many theories surrounding the assassination. The entries are listed in alphbetical order, which makes cross-referencing very easy and the photos and the maps are helpful. This book is full of interesting information. Also, check out some of the author's previous work such as, "Who's Who in the JFK Assassination: An A to Z Encyclopedia" or "Ballparks of America: A Comprehensive Historical Reference to Baseball Grounds, Yards and Stadiums, 1845 to Present".

non-fiction?.......2003-09-14

This is a terrible book. It presents highly speculative and unfounded conspiracy theories as if they're actually true! It doesn't belong on the non-fiction shelf of the library, which is where I found it. Please don't spend money on authors like this, who have no qualms about making a profit by spreading lies about the assassination of JFK.

An Excellent Resource.......2003-06-23

The Encyclopedia of the JFK Assassination is one of the best resources I've found for access to many obscure and rarely mentioned minor characters in this historical mystery. This book avoids any breathless disclosures in favor of excellent detail on many of the blind alleys and unknown people who are a part of the historical record, but are rarely mentioned. Open at any page, and you will be intrigued by at least one entry, and will find yourself following the cross references to other entries throughout the book. I find that I often bookmark pages to come back to later, even after having read virtually everything credible done on the subject. Highly recommended for your bookshelf.

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From the reviews of previous volumes: ''A book rich...in ideas and substance....It belongs on the shelves of anyone wanting to keep up with what is happening in ethology.'' ---Bioscience ''An incredible amount of new information. Every chapter presents a serious challenge for future research, not only by questioning what we now know, but also by presenting interesting and tractable ideas for empirical research.'' ---Ethology

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The Handbook of Feynman Path Integrals appears just fifty years after Richard Feynman published his pioneering paper in 1948 entitled "Space-Time Approach to Non-Relativistic Quantum Mechanics", in which he introduced his new formulation of quantum mechanics in terms of path integrals. The book presents for the first time a comprehensive table of Feynman path integrals together with an extensive list of references; it will serve the reader as a thorough introduction to the theory of path integrals.
As a reference book, it is unique in its scope and will be essential for many physicists, chemists and mathematicians working in different areas of research.

Customer Reviews:

look here first.......2004-11-27

Feynman path integrals are a beautiful discovery by Richard Feynman. But what you may not realise in the textbooks that describe these is that the examples given where an analytic answer is found are very rare.

Which is the virtue of this book. In many situations, the maths of solving the path integral is difficult, when you have nontrivial problems. All the easy stuff has been done. So if you are tackling a problem, it behooves you to first consult this book. If indeed somone has already solved it, you need to know. So that you can use the answer given here. Or if you are doing research, it indicates that you need to look elsewhere for an unsolved problem.

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"One day, I put myself in the car and simply drove. I had no idea where I was going or why. I had no idea ... I would wind up, at dusk, in a lost little valley, turning up the driveway of the Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast."

The best books, as you read them, take you from wherever you are to a place where you want to be. If you're a reader of a certain type--a lover of books, cats, and absurdity of a quiet kind--then the Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast should be on your itinerary. It introduces two fraternal twins, Hector and Virgil, unmarried men who run a cozy establishment on a Canadian island. The book alternates between notes from Hector or Virgil, and "Brief Lives," culled from the B & B's guest book. This variety of perspectives gives Bill Richardson tremendous flexibility, and he weaves all the disparate characters together with an unobtrusive dexterity. The Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast is a pleasant, soothing, quietly absurd place to be.

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A pair of endearingly eccentric bachelors--in their fifties, and fraternal twins--own and operate a bed & breakfast establishment where people like them, the "gentle and bookish and ever so slightly confused," can feel at home. Hector and Virgil think of their B&B as a refuge, a retreat, a haven, where folks may bring their own books or peruse the brothers' own substantial library. An antic blend of homespun and intellectual humor, Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast is a place readers will want to return to again and again.

Customer Reviews:

A Cozy, "Feels like Home" Read.......2007-05-22

I am so glad I found this book. It is a small book and I usually devour books in no time at all, but I truly savored this one. It's meant to be read slowly and appreciatively. Going inside of this book made me feel relaxed, comfortable, and peaceful. I'd recommend it to anyone who is a book lover and enjoys cozy reads that show how special that every day life can be.

Tedious, tedious read.......2006-03-03

A friend gave me this book feeling that I would enjoy the way it was written and how Mr. Richardson uses language throughout. She was half right.

The twists and little turns of phrase and language were enjoyable, but rare. Instead, uncommon words are used to fill the simple sentences and try to lend some weight to an unremarkable book.

Otherwise, the brothers are barely distinguishable, though they have completely different mannerisms. There is nothing that grabs hold of the reader to differentiate between them or any of the guests.

If I found it in a $.10 box at a yardsale, I would buy it. Otherwise, it isn't worth the cost of shipping.

Perfect choice for a reading group discussion!.......2004-08-04

This is a charming little book that centers around twin brothers, Hector and Virgil, 50-something bachelors who run a Bed & Breakfast in a remote island location. Though word-of-mouth, they have attracted a customer base consisting entirely of fellow bibliophiles, and thus reading is a central theme throughout the novel.

The book is written as a series of reflections: each chapter is narrated by either Hector, Virgil, or one of their guests, whose musings make up the B&B's unique guest book. The brothers relate stories of their unconventional childhood with their single mother and MIA father as well as offer present day anecdotes about their entertaining guests, neighbors, and pets. Also interspersed throughout the book are recommended reading lists such as "Hector's List of Favorite Authors for the Bath."

This quirky, whimsical novel is ideally suited to be a reading group selection and likely to be enjoyed by any book lover.

a good summer read.......2004-06-07

It's a light read--slow paced yet easy to digest, and quirky enough to be worthwile.

Rather tedious.......2004-05-07

I'm a great fan of Barbara Pym, Emily Eden, Margaret Oliphant, Anthony Trollope, PG Wodehouse, and similar writers of gentle (and not-so-gentle) social humor. When I found this book, then, I was pleased to find another promising author that seemed to fit this type.

The first chapter was amusing enough, written from one of the Bachelor Brother's points of view. Richardson has some very nice turns of phrase and is very good with his imagery. He's also skilled at changing the "voice" of the narrator for each chapter. The book very quickly palled for me after that first chapter, though, and it quickly became just a tedious read. I found the characters uninteresting, the setting only mildly engaging, and the overall lack of plot dull.

Fortunately, it was also a very short book, which is good for anyone who has to finish whatever book they start. As light summer reading, one could do worse that this light-weight volume, but one could undoubtedly also do better.

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A so-so sequel but with some surprising revalations

A Bit of a Hodgepodge

More from Hector & Virgil

Fun, but far too far over the top

A bit of a dissappointment

Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast Pillow Book
Bill Richardson
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Griffin
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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A so-so sequel but with some surprising revalations.......2004-08-15

After enjoying the first Bachelor Brothers Bed & Breakfast book, I decided to check out the sequel. In particular, what I had most liked about the original novel was its focus on books and reading, so I was disappointed to discover the that sequel does not have the same emphasis: occasional reading lists are included, but they are interpersed with recipes and a much more eccletic collection of anecdotes. Whereas the first book was genuinely funny and quirky, it seems that in this follow-up work, the author tried TOO hard to be both humorous and unusual, and for the most part, his efforts fall flat. Much of the book centers around a character who was only briefly mentioned in the original story, the eccentric local poet Solomon Solomon; the little that is of interest about the character is stretched way too thin here. The only real bright spot in this book is that towards the end, there are some interesting revalations which provide a bit more information about Hector and Virgil's ancestry. Whether it's worth it to read 172 pages of a mediocre novel for less than 20 pages of slightly more entertaining level is up to you, but I definitely wouldn't recommend this sequel to anyone who hadn't read the first book.

A Bit of a Hodgepodge.......2003-06-27

You couldn't say this book had much of a plot. It's more like a collection of anecdotes. Some were entertaining, some not. I liked the letters from former guests at the B&B. I didn't care much for the sex or the occasional slapstick. I haven't read the first book in the series, so I can't compare. For the owners of a business, the two brothers didn't seem to do much work.

I have stayed at only one B&B, and my husband and I were the only guests at the time. It was a lovely place. The owner sat down and ate breakfast with us and told us about many of the interesting guests she and her husband had housed. They didn't seem to have much life outside the business, which seemed understandable. The bachelor brothers seemed to have too much life outside the B&B.

More from Hector & Virgil.......2001-10-20

As a sequel to the first book, The Bachelor Brothers Bed & Breakfast, the Pillow Book provides more stories from our beloved brothers Hector & Virgil. One of the lines from the novel sums up my love & appreciation for the writing: "..They wanted to create a place where people who are oppressed by the notion that there are too many books and too little time to read them might carve out a retreat;where gentle souls who carry the burden of knowing that the world is too much with them can set aside a week or ten days to whittle down their list of 'books to which I must one day get around'"-As a lover of books, this idea sounds like the perfect escapism. That is what Bill Richardson accomplishes in his writing-escapism with the various characters we meet at the Bachelor Brothers Bed & Breakfast, and another peek into the family unit of Hector & Virgil. The book is speckaled with funny little anecdotes throughout. While not quite as good as the first novel, it's still a charmer.

Fun, but far too far over the top.......1999-03-18

Much of the joy of the first book was that the stories were told with such a light touch and in such different voices that you could almost believe they were true. Virgil and Hector, while iconic, could almost be real, and I loved them for it.

In this second book, the humour is broader but I ceased to believe. The first book has characters, the second caricatures. The difference is disheartening. I laughed, but didn't love.

A bit of a dissappointment.......1998-07-29

After loving the first book, I was hoping for more of the same. But it is hard to live up to superlative. So, this still very good book seemed a bit of a let down - nothing greatly original or better than the first. I didn't much care for all the solomon solomon jokes. Still, it was a delightful read, and made this BBBB fan happy nonetheless. I hope there is more !

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Bachelor Brothers Bed & Breakfast
Bill Richardson
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Binding: Paperback
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Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast
Bill Richardson
Manufacturer: Douglas & McIntyre
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Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast Pillow Book

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Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast Pillow Book
Bill Richardson
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Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast Pillow Book

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Bachelor Brothers' Bed and Breakfast Pillow Book
Bill Richardson
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Bachelor Brother's Bed & Breakfast
Bill Richardson
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BACHELOR BROTHERS BED & BREAKFAST
BILL RICHARDSON
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Bachelor Brothers' Bed & Breakfast Pillow Book
Bill Richardson
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Bill Richardson
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