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Learn the technical aspects of defining an XML schema, generating a typed DataSet, initializing, and using that typed DataSet within Visual Basic .NET.
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MFC Integration with the Windows Transactional File System (TxF)
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Disabling Titlebar Buttons with VB.NET
Hannes du Preez shows you how to disable titlebar buttons and menus in your programs temporarily.

WebSockets Meets Security
WebSockets are intended to build bi-directional connections between a web browser and a server. This must be done in a safe way. In addition, the WebSockets have a huge disadvantage (to say it politely). Read on to learn more.
