What is a CGI file?

 
 

 

What is a CGI file? Is it something I need to worry about?


What is aCGI file?
 
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  • If you come across a file with the CGI file extension. What does CGI stand for? Common Gateway Interface Script file. Got it? Great, see you later…….just kidding.

    Why the heck do I want it/need it/use it?

    Do you want one of those cool forums on your site? How about a feedback form? Or count how many people visit your site? The only way to make these things happen is through CGI scripts. Don’t worry, your managed web hosting provider will most likely come equip with a CGI-BIN.

    Some other questions you may come across

    When hosting, MS SQL web hosting is good….I guess

    Here is what it is: A relational model database server produced by Microsoft. Its primary query languages are T-SQL and ANSI SQL. I have no idea what that means…got it from Wikipedia.

    In everyday terms it is a computer application used to create desktop and web-based database systems.

    How much is it for a 1000 mbps port dedicated server?

    Congrats! If you need this, you are doing quite well online. We are talking between $2000-$2500/MONTH for a service like this.

    What is apache server hosting?

    It’s pretty much the standard for web serving on the Internet.

    Do I need an email auto responder?

    Well, you don’t have to, but it is kind of nice. What’s cool is that every time somebody sends an email to your address they'll immediately get a reply email with whatever message you choose.

    What is a good online PC backup solution?

    PCmag.com rates them this way:

    1. Carbonite
    2. HP Upline
    3. IDrive
    4. MozyHome Online Backup
    5. SOS Online Backup

    CGI and films…..not the same thing

    Computer-generated imagery is the application of 3D computer graphics to special effects in films, television programs, commercials, simulators and simulation generally, and printed media.  CGI was first used in 1973's Westworld. But it was Star Wars that really brought it mainstream It was used for the scenes with the wireframe Death Star plans and the targeting computers in the X-wings and the Millennium Falcon.