Macromeda's ColdFusion allows quick construction and deployment of powerful Web Applications. See ColdFusion in action at csimmons.net .

Is it a programming language? Is it web server software? Is it the application development tool I've been looking for?

The answer to all of the above is "YES." ColdFusion is a Macromedia product (makers of Dreamweaver and Flash), which in and of itself is a huge plus. It is installed on your web server and processes web pages written using the easy to use ColdFusion programming language. The program language is basically a "markup" language so it is not much more difficult to learn than HTML. This is another huge plus.

Coldfusion delivers feature rich, interactive applications that are only limited by your imagination. It is powerful enough to service the needs of companies such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Goodyear. The latest version of ColdFusion, version 7, is the most robust release thus far. Below is a sampling of features includes:

• Easy creation of dynamic database content
• Integration with Dreamweaver
• Integration with SMS/Mobile applications
• Printable web content
• Stunning online forms
• Graphing

Visit Macromedia's ColdFusion website for all you need to know.

See ColdFusion in action at csimmons.net .