Ben Forta

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Generating Client Capability Specific Content

The most ambitious Web applications generate content designed specifically for the capabilities of the client computer – things like using the full browser size, and picking appropriate colors. How do they do this? By accessing special User Agent CGI variables, all of which begin with HTTP_UA. But remember, not all clients set these variables, so check for their existence before using them. (Applies to: ColdFusion All)

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