2 AppleShare 5. 2 has two improvements not mentioned elsewhere in the documentation: m m It is fully compatible with Mac OS 8. It supports WebStar-compatible plug-ins. Note: Several sections in this document instruct you to restart the Web server so that settings changes can take effect. To save time, read this entire document and make all changes before you restart the server. Using WebStar plug-ins Plug-ins add speed and functionality to your Web server. They act like CGI (Common Gateway Interface) scripts but are faster and more efficient. You can use plug-ins to m m m m m m record the number of visitors to your Web pages process forms access databases such as customer lists or product catalogs conduct on-screen chats check passwords let users search for information on your Web site You can purchase plug-ins from software vendors or download them from the Internet. Installing plug-ins n To install a plug-in, follow the instructions that came with the plug-in software. If no directions came with the software, drag the plug-in to the Plug-Ins folder inside the current Web folder, chosen in the Web & File Sharing Settings window. Setting aside memory for plug-ins The documentation that came with your plug-in may tell you how much memory the plug-in needs to load and to work properly. (All the plug-ins in the Plug-Ins folder load when your Web server starts. ) Important Do not adjust the memory set aside for plug-ins by using the server's Information dialog box. Instead follow the instructions in this section. 1 2 Open the Web & File Admin program. Choose Web & File Server Settings from the Server menu. The Web & File Server Settings window appears. 3 Choose Web Plug-Ins from the pop-up menu. <> 4 Increase the number in the box labeled Maximum Plug-in Memory Usage by the amount of memory that your plug-in requires...