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Internet Tip - It is an ASCII or Binary file?
Many computer programs automatically "do something". What can you do when the automatic feature won't work? LEARN! That's what! The program I use to upload* my web pages to the Internet is an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) program. It automatically uploads the files by deciding which files contain characters that are either ASCII* or binary*. When the program malfunctions, it uploads a file using the wrong type, and files, such as graphics, Pdf's, etc. will not appear properly on the web site. This situation happened to me a few weeks ago and because I didn't understand the difference between ASCII and binary, I asked for assistance. Basically, the litmus test to determine file type is to view the file in a text editor, such as Word pad or Note pad. If it has funny characters, then almost definitely it is a binary file. Since most files uploaded to the web are created in Note pad and Word pad, most files contain ASCII characters with graphics, images, PDF's, and Power Point presentations being binary. For a list of ASCII and binary file extensions, go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_file_formats. For a description of Internet related words, go to the Web Dictionary at http://www.webdictionary.co.uk/index.htm Special thanks to the members of the web-design group at yahoogroups.com and the HWG-techniques group at the HTML Writers Guild for their assistance with this tip! © 2010 Elevating Your Business. Maria Marsala helps remarkable women CEOs get a life and future from their business by providing accountability, support and a (gentle) kick in the a** when needed. Quickly learn which areas of your business scream for your immediate attention and which areas deserve a hurrah! Take our Business Checkup today at www.CoachMaria.com WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR EZINE, Blog OR WEB SITE?© 2010 Elevating Your Business. Maria Marsala helps remarkable women CEOs get a life and future from their business by providing accountability, support and a (gentle) kick in the a$$ when needed. Quickly learn which areas of your business scream for your immediate attention and which areas deserve a hurrah! Take our Business Checkup today at www.CoachMaria.com WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE DURING A PAID ENGAGEMENT?You must not use our articles in your ebook, to teach a class, or during a speaking event, or if you are paid in any way without our written permission, period. Contact Maria for permission. |
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