The document outlines the latest updates and features of DotNetNuke (DNN), including version releases, upgrade recommendations, and discussions on third-party modules. It emphasizes the importance of upgrading to the latest version due to security flaws and performance improvements, as well as considerations when deciding to build or buy extensions. Additionally, it provides guidelines on managing site performance, installing extensions, and the benefits of utilizing a content delivery network.

1. DotNetNuke® Upgrades, Third Party Modules, and PerformancePresented by Ian Robinson

2. DotNetNuke AnnouncementsDotNetNuke Connections 2010 Speakers AnnouncedEuropean Day of DNN Sessions and Speakers AnnouncedDNN 05.04.01 ReleasedPortal LocalizationBlog 04.00.00 ReleasedDotNetNuke Training AnnouncedEvents 05.01.00 Beta AvailableCore XHTML Forum DiscussionQA Team Recruiting

3. Presentation AgendaUpgradesWhy & HowThird Party ModulesBuild vs. BuyBuying ConsiderationsInstallingPerformanceManaging Features EffectivelyConfiguring DNN

4. Why Upgrade?FeaturesPrivate messaging was introduced in 5.3.1DependenciesThird party module depends on newer version of DNNSecurity5.3.0 & 5.3.1 Have “Critical” Security FlawBugs5.2.3 corrected an issue “where security roles were not properly enforced between child portals”

5. Picking a VersionPersonally recommendedLatest stabilization release05.04.01 is currently latest version *Many prefer to lag behind a version or two05.02.03 is generally recommendedIf you still can’t move to DNN 5 (why?)At least upgrade to 4.9.5* 05.04.02 should be out soon

6. How do I Upgrade?BackupEntire File SystemEntire DatabaseVerifyUpgrade File SystemComplete Wizard

7. Extensions: Build vs. “Buy” *OptionsBuy and configureOften the cheapest and fastestUsually requires compromisesBuy and customizeOften gets you 80% of the wayStill need means to customize (developers)Lose upgrade pathBuild from scratchUsually the most expensive option (resources, money, time)Don’t have to compromise* Extensions can, of course, be free, too

8. Finding ExtensionsOpen SourceThe DotNetNuke Forge / CodeplexCommercialSnowcoveredShowcase Sites (Indirectly)dnnGallery.net

9. ConsiderationsCompanyReputationSupportCommunity InvolvementProductSource CodeLicenseTechnical DependenciesKey Features: Templating, LocalizationWhat is everyone else using? Why?

10. Installing/Uninstalling ExtensionsBe as informed as possibleReadme filesInstructions on the web siteOther people’s reviewsForum postsBackup your siteExtensionsInstall Wizard

11. Managing Features for PerformanceManage FeaturesSite LogSchedulerEvent ViewerAuthentication Providers

12. Configuring for PerformanceConfigure Host Performance SettingsPage State PersistenceModule Cache ProviderCache SettingAuthenticated Cacheability, (msdn reference)Compression Setting *Whitespace Filter*Advanced alternative: Configure GZIP in IIS

13. Other Performance ConsiderationsUse a Content Delivery Network (CDN)jQueryUse Yslowextension for FireBugThird Party ProductsPageBlasterAptimize

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