The XML Handbook (2nd Edition)

This is the only definitive XML guide for Web professionals and their managers. Now totally revised to reflect the newest advances in XML technology, this new Second Edition is all you need to master the latest XML tools, standards, and applications! Two renowned XML experts start with an accurate, easy-to-understand explanation of XML, its components, structure, and goals. Review powerful XML applications, including personalized web sites, e-commerce, supply chain integration, language translation, securities regulation, and help desk automation. The book presents seven detailed case studies, from the Washington Post, Hitachi Semiconductor, and other leading-edge implementers. Compare today's best XML tools, including ADEPT Editor, XMetaL, DynaTag, Astoria, XML Styler, and POET Content Management Suite. Finally, preview new XML technologies, including Xlink, XSL, WIDI, and XML RPC. Bonus CD-ROM contains 110 freeware XML packages, including IBM's Alphaworks Suite and Exeter's XML Web Server.