Use CGI to Automate Your Web Site
Are you taking advantage of the powerful automation technology available on the Internet? Common Gateway Interface, better known as CGI, is one of the most widely used server applications on the Internet. This software resides on your server and automatically performs specified functions on your web site.
If you’ve been on the Internet for a while, you’ve probably seen many examples of CGI use and didn’t even realize it. SearchEngines, Directories and Forums all use CGI scripts. Scripts can run everything from a form on your web site to an affiliate program. They can give you the power to completely automate your web site.
If you have a subscription box on your web site, then you’re already using a program to process the information. That’s a good start however, there are many additional ways you can use this powerful technology.
Here are some great scripts to get you started.
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