AJAX is a way to create 'web applications' that offer rich user interface.
The basic idea is that AJAX allows the application to connect to the server without the user specifically clicking on a link (or a button).
Examples? When you use an AJAX mail client (like GMail), when new mail arrives, it just 'pops' in, and you don't have to refresh in order to see it.
AJAX can really make your page shine - but obviously it's not a 'must' for each applications. It also has some down sides (more complex, lower initial page load time).
Dave, there are lot's of links on the web. A good site isAjaxian, with news and information and reviews. There is also the Wikipedia page, always a good place to start.
You can find a couple of good AJAX books in our book shelf. Otherwise, google for it, there is a lot of information. AJAX is hot ;-)
AJAX
Dave,
AJAX is a way to create 'web applications' that offer rich user interface.
The basic idea is that AJAX allows the application to connect to the server without the user specifically clicking on a link (or a button).
Examples? When you use an AJAX mail client (like GMail), when new mail arrives, it just 'pops' in, and you don't have to refresh in order to see it.
AJAX can really make your page shine - but obviously it's not a 'must' for each applications. It also has some down sides (more complex, lower initial page load time).
Ron
StartupIsrael.com
More Info
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Dave, there are lot's of links on the web. A good site is Ajaxian, with news and information and reviews. There is also the Wikipedia page, always a good place to start.
You can find a couple of good AJAX books in our book shelf. Otherwise, google for it, there is a lot of information. AJAX is hot ;-)
Ron.
StartupIsrael.com
Thanks for the help