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 Maintenance Guide 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

Web 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 15.1

Web Server Maintenance Maintaining a Web Server hot- swappable hard drives hard drive mirroring Webmasters must also be aware of the storage space requirements of the site. They can use solutions such as hot- swappable hard drives or hard 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

15.1 Web Server Maintenance Maintaining a Web Server Webmasters should also be concerned with the loss of critical data. backup Incremental backups They can solve data loss through data backup. Incremental 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

Web Server Maintenance The Webmaster plays an important role in making sure Web sites function properly. The Role of the Webmaster 15.1

pp Web Server Maintenance Activity 15A – Becoming a Webmaster (p. 397) 15.1

15.2 Updating Information Guide 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

Updating 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 15.2

Updating Information Editing and Updating Web Files file management. A comprehensive Web maintenance plan should include a strategy for file management. direct server updatelocal client update. There are two methods for updating files: direct server update and local client 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

Updating 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 15.2

Updating Information Archiving Web Pages archive It is important to archive 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

Updating 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 15.2

pp Updating Information Activity 15B – Updating a Web Site Locally (p. 400) Activity 15C – Checking for Broken Links (p. 402) 15.2

15.3 Keeping a Web Site Secure Guide 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

15.3 Keeping a Web Site Secure Controlling Access to a Site access control Webmasters can use various methods to set up access control to a Web site: Password user authentication Password controls and user authentication Global 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

Keeping 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 15.3

pp Keeping 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 15.3

pp Keeping a Web Site Secure Activity 15D – Creating a Login Screen (p. 406) 15.3

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