ASP: how to get a file extension

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While we have already seen how to upload files and how to work with the Scripting.FileSystemObject, today we are going to see how to get a file extension, for example before authorising a user to upload a file to our server. We all know very well how important is security when working with the file system objects: for example, we don't want the user to upload executable, or other potentially malicious files on our server.
Said that, we can create a short ASP function to check the file extension, and grant or deny the upload.
Let's see how...

Firefox Extension: Web Developer

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If you are a web site developer you probably have got inspiration from other site sometimes. Again, while developing a new project, you had to deeply and thoroughly test your creation. These are the main reasons why - if you use Firefox or Chrome - you should consider installing the Web Developer extension.