Macromedia® Flash™ MX 2004 Killer Tips

The hottest collection of cool tips and hidden secrets for Flash

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Shane Elliott

Killer Tips series developed by Scott Kelby

Macromedia

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Copyright  2004 by New Riders Publishing

All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in a

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International Standard Book Number: 0-7357-1383-9

Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 2003411991

Printed in the United States of America

First printing: November, 2003

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code 03-1 shows that the first printing of the book occurred in 2003.

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To my Mom, Cheryl, whose guidance, love, and understanding

has simply made me a better man.

To Chad and Stephanie, for continually making me proud

to be their brother.

Finally, to Mammaw, whose unconditional support

has given me strength when I thought I had none left.