
2000 machine, will still need to be compiled on a Macintosh machine. If it isn’t, the
disparate operating systems will be unable to run the program. In addition, scripts
may need to be modified to support various inconsistencies and commands on dif-
ferent platforms.
If your site doesn’t reside on your own Web server, but is hosted on the server of
an Internet service provider (ISP), it’s possible that you won’t be able to use CGI.
Many ISPs don’t provide CGI support, as poorly written scripts and programs are a
security risk, and may jeopardize the security of that site and others hosted on their
Web server. If the ISP won’t allow you to run your o ...