Computer Science Books

Sound Synthesis and Sampling or Software Release Methodology

2009-12-06T06:19:00.000-08:00

Sound Synthesis and Sampling

Author: Martin Russ

Sound Synthesis and Sampling' provides a comprehensive introduction to the underlying principles and practical techniques applied to both commercial and research sound synthesizers. This new edition has been updated throughout to reflect current needs and practices- revised and placed in a modern context, providing a guide to the theory of sound and sampling in the context of software and hardware that enables sound making. For the revised edition emphasis is on expanding explanations of software and computers, new sections include techniques for making sound physically, sections within analog and digital electronics. Martin Russ is well known and the book praised for its highly readable and non-mathematical approach making the subject accessible to readers starting out on computer music courses or those working in a studio.

* Explains the theory of sound and sampling to allow readers to really understand the different types of synthesis and sound making
* Covers all the latest technology and techniques in music production and sound design enabling the reader to get to grips with the current shape of computer technology and music composition
* Includes glossary and jargon buster for quick reference and grasp of vocabulary

Software Release Methodology

Author: Michael E Bays

Improve software quality, lower costs, and get to market faster!

Don't risk your software product's success through haphazard integration and release management! Software Release Methodology shows you "best practices" for every stage of a successful product release: source code control, product build, testing and defect tracking, code integration, software change management, and release engineering. No matter how large (or small) your project or software development organization, you'll find carefully designed, practical solutions that enhance quality, reduce costs, and get you to market faster. Coverage includes:

Why product builds are so difficult, and how to solve the problem.
Simple defect tracking techniques that make sure problems actually get fixed.
Managing releases on hard media, soft media, and "net" media.
Preventing problems on media masters.
Release numbering and naming: setting customer expectations and avoiding confusion.
Change control for managing your software development process from start to finish.
Organizational solutions that work in establishing release management and services.

Bays presents expert techniques that have never been published before-and shows how to design a coherent integration and release process that's dramatically more effective than what you're doing now. If you're responsible for a successful software release, Software Methodology may be the most important book you'll buy this year.

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Bays (release engineering manager for a Silicon Valley software company) provides an introduction to the field of software release methodology. Key elements addressed include source code control, software product build activities, product defect tracking, a central and distributed discussion on source code management and integration endeavors, product change control, and, finally, release engineering. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Debugging Windows Programs or Universal Meta Data Models

2009-12-05T02:08:00.000-08:00

Debugging Windows Programs: Strategies, Tools, and Techniques for Visual C++ Programmers

Author: Everett N McKay

For professional software developers, debugging is a way of life. This book is the definitive guide to Windows debugging, providing developers with the strategies and techniques they need to fulfill one of their most important responsibilities efficiently and effectively.

Debugging Windows Programs shows readers how to prevent bugs by taking full advantage of the Visual C++ development tools and writing code in a way that makes certain types of bugs impossible. They also will learn how to reveal bugs with debugging statements that force bugs to expose themselves when the program is executed, and how to make the most of debugging tools and features available in Windows, Visual C++, MFC, and ATL. The authors provide specific solutions to the most common debugging problems, including memory corruption, resource leaks, stack problems, release build problems, finding crash locations, and multithreading problems.

These essential topics are covered:

The debugging process
Writing C++ code for debugging
Strategically using assertions, trace statements, and exceptions
Windows postmortem debugging using Dr. Watson and MAP files
Using the Visual C++ debugger
Debugging memory
Debugging multithreaded programs
Debugging COM

Each chapter provides developers with exactly what they need to master the subject and improve development productivity and software quality.

Comprehensive, current, and practical, Debugging Windows Programs helps developers understand the debugging process and make the most of the Visual C++ debugging tools.

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Shows how to prevent bugs by taking advantage of the Visual C++ development tools and writing code in a way that makes certain types of bugs impossible. The authors recommend the use of debugging statements that force bugs to expose themselves when the program is executed, and provide specific solutions to the most common debugging problems, including memory corruption, resource leaks, stack problems, release build problems, and finding crash locations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

I. DEBUGGING STRATEGIES.
1. The Debugging Process.
The Five (Wrong) Stages of Debugging.
The Five Stages of Debugging.
Determining That a Bug Exists.
Gathering Bug Information.
Analyzing the Bug Information.
Removing the Bug.
Verifying the Change.
Debug Smarter, Not Harder.
2. Writing C++ Code for Debugging.
Design.
C++ Programming Style.
The C++ Language.
The Visual C++ Compiler.
3. Using Assertions.
The Limitations of Assertions.
Types of Assertions.
More MFC Assertion Macros.
Custom Assertions.
Portable Assertions.
Assertion Strategy.
Invariants.
Assertion Patterns.
Document Your Assertions.
Implementing AssertValid.
Defensive Programming.
Error Handling.
Miscellaneous Tips.
4. Using Trace Statements.
Types of Trace Statements.
Custom Trace Statements.
Trace Statement Strategies.
Miscellaneous Tips.
5. Using Exceptions and Return Values.
Incorrect Error Handling Results in Bugs.
The Need for a Strategy.
Using Exceptions.
Using Return Values.
Exceptions and Bugs.
C++ Exceptions versus Windows Structured Exception Handling.
Translating Structured Exceptions to C++ Exceptions.
Exception Performance.
Exception Strategy.
Defensive Programming with Exceptions.
DebuggingExceptions.
Miscellaneous Tips.

II. DEBUGGING TOOLS.
6. Debugging with Windows.
Postmortem Debugging.
Windows API Error Codes.
Windows Exception Basics.
Portable Executable Basics.
Rebasing DLLs.
Assembly Language Basics.
Debugging with MAP Files.
Debugging with PDB Files.
Debugging Using a Windows 98 Crash Dialog Box.
Debugging Using Dr. Watson.
Miscellaneous Tips.
7. Debugging with the Visual C++ Debugger.
Compiler and Linker Options.
Debug versus Release Builds.
Debugging Release Builds.
The Test Build.
Debugging Symbols.
The Debug Windows.
Watch Expressions.
Datatip Expressions.
Registers and Pseudo-registers.
Watch Window Formatting Symbols.
Using Autoexp.dat.
Debugging with Breakpoints.
Just-in-time Debugging.
Remote Debugging.
Debugging with Edit and Continue.

III. DEBUGGING TECHNIQUES.
8. Basic Debugging Techniques.
General Debugging Techniques.
Visual C++ Debugger Techniques.
Windows Debugging Techniques.
MFC Debugging Techniques.
9. Debugging Memory.
Why Memory Leaks Aren't Acceptable.
Types of Memory Debugging.
Using the Debug Heap.
How the Debug Heap Works.
Reading Windows Memory Addresses.
Debugging Memory Corruption.
Debugging Memory Leaks.
Debugging Windows Resource Leaks.
Debugging Windows Thread Stacks.
Miscellaneous Tips.
10. Debugging Multithreaded Programs.
What Is Multithreading?
Issues in Multithreaded Programs.
Writing Thread-safe Code.
Thread Creation and Termination.
Understanding the Debugger.
Debugging Techniques.
11. COM Debugging.
Chapter Basics.
Defensive COM Programming Practices.
Debugging Base COM DLLs.
Debugging Base COM EXEs.
Debugging Configured Components.
Debugging Base COM DLLs That Are Called From ASPs.
12. Desperate Measures.
Checking the Easy Stuff.
Using Your Head.
Rechecking Your Assumptions.
Checking the Obvious.
Checking the Code.
Checking the System.
Double-Checking the Documentation.
Using Other People.
Using Newsgroups.
Stop Living Dangerously.
Bibliography.
Index. 020170238XT04062001

Book review: Information Visualization or Digital Photography 101

Universal Meta Data Models

Author: David Marco

• The heart of the book provides the complete set of models that will support most of an organization's core business functions, including universal meta models for enterprise-wide systems, business meta data and data stewardship, portfolio management, business rules, and XML, messaging, and transactions

• Developers can directly adapt these models to their own businesses, saving countless hours of development time

• Building effective meta data repositories is complicated and time-consuming, and few IT departments have the necessary expertise to do it right-which is why this book is sure to find a ready audience

• Begins with a quick overview of the Meta Data Repository Environment and the business uses of meta data, then goes on to describe the technical architecture followed by the detailed models

Simulation Modeling and Analysis with Expertfit Software or The Advanced Digital Photographers Workbook

2009-12-03T21:57:00.000-08:00

Simulation Modeling and Analysis with Expertfit Software

Author: Averill Law

Since the publication of the first edition in 1982, the goal of Simulation Modeling and Analysis has always been to provide a comprehensive, state-of-the-art, and technically correct treatment of all important aspects of a simulation study. The book strives to make this material understandable by the use of intuition and numerous figures, examples, and problems. It is equally well suited for use in university courses, simulation practice, and self study. The book is widely regarded as the “bible” of simulation and now has more than 100,000 copies in print. The book can serve as the primary text for a variety of courses; for example:

• A first course in simulation at the junior, senior, or beginning-graduate-student level in engineering, manufacturing, business, or computer science (Chaps. 1 through 4, and parts of Chaps. 5 through 9). At the end of such a course, the students will be prepared to carry out complete and effective simulation studies, and to take advanced simulation courses.

• A second course in simulation for graduate students in any of the above disciplines (most of Chaps. 5 through 12). After completing this course, the student should be familiar with the more advanced methodological issues involved in a simulation study, and should be prepared to understand and conduct simulation research.

• An introduction to simulation as part of a general course in operations research or management science (part of Chaps. 1, 3, 5, 6, and 9).

1 Basic Simulation Modeling

2 Modeling Complex Systems

3 Simulation Software

4 Review of Basic Probability and Statistics

5 Building Valid, Credible, and Appropriately Detailed Simulation Models

6 Selecting Input Probability Distributions

7 Random-Number Generators

8 Generating Random Variates

9 Output Data Analysis for a Single System

10 Comparing Alternative System Configurations

11 Variance-Reduction Techniques

12 Experimental Design, Sensitivity Analysis, and Optimization

13 Simulation of Manufacturing Systems
New interesting textbook: The Lorax or The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey

The Advanced Digital Photographer's Workbook: Professionals Creating and Outputting World-Class Images

Author: Yvonne J Butler

THE ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER'S WORKBOOK is packed full of real-world yet incredibly practical and effective solutions to move digital photographers to a new level of performance. Contributors include twelve world-class professional digital photographers who share their tips and tricks. The authors provide details to move you beyond the basics of capture, processing and output to more sophisticated workflow functions and techniques that will help you create world-class images. They cover rigorous yet easy-to-understand approaches to: capture a great image in black-and-white and color, correct color, calibrate and set up systems properly, creatively manipulate and enhance the image, and produce an excellent print or output of the image.

Contributors: Steve Anchell, Stephen Burns, Yvonne Butler, Eric Cheng, Joe Farace, Lou Jones, Rick Sammon, George Schaub, Jeremy Sutton, Tony Sweet, Taz Tally, Eddie Tapp

* "Big name recognition" and collective knowledge of experts in digital photography and imaging.
* Wide breadth of special digital subjects in one text.
* Depth of coverage and practical application of each subject for amateurs to professionals across all areas of photography and graphic arts.

Creating Emotion in Games or Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed R2 Edition

2009-12-02T17:45:00.000-08:00

Creating Emotion in Games: The Art and Craft of Emotioneering

Author: David Freeman

David Freeman brings you the inside scoop on how to apply the Emotioneering™ techniques he's so well known for. These powerful techniques create a breadth and depth of emotion in a game, and induce a player to identify with the role he or she is playing. Mr. Freeman's techniques are so highly sought after because they're the key to mass market success in today's competitive game market. The over 300 distinct Emotioneering techniques in this book include (to name but a few): ways to give emotional depth to an NPC (non-player character), even if the NPC has just one line of dialogue; techniques to bond a player to a game's NPCs; and techniques to transform a game into an intense emotional journey. In a warm and crystal-clear style, Mr. Freeman provides examples which demonstrate exactly how to apply the techniques. He also shows how some of these techniques were utilized in, and contributed greatly to the success of such games as "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City"; "Deus Ex"; and "Thief" I & II, among others. The book is packed with striking art by some of today's top concept artists and illustrators, including an eight-page color section and a four-color, fold-out cover. When you've finished this book, you'll be equipped to apply Mr. Freeman's powerful Emotioneering techniques to artfully create emotion in the games you design, build, or produce.

Pt. 1	Introduction
Ch. 1.1	Communicate ... Explore ... Help ... Words ... Edge ...	3
Ch. 1.2	An Introduction to Emotioneering	7
Ch. 1.3	Why Put Emotion into Games?	13
Ch. 1.4	17 Things Screenwriters Don't Know About Games	17
Ch. 1.5	Why Game Designers Often Find Writing to Be So Challenging	31
Ch. 1.6	Why "Writing" Is a Bad Word and "Emotioneering" Is a Better One	35
Ch. 1.7	How to Hopefully Be Unappreciated	37
Ch. 1.8	Where Screenwriting Leaves Off and Emotioneering Begins	39
Pt. II	The 32 Categories of Emotioneering Techniques
Ch. 2.1	NPC Interesting Techniques	45
Ch. 2.2	NPC Deepening Techniques	61
Ch. 2.3	Dialogue Interesting Techniques	71
Ch. 2.4	Dialogue Deepening Techniques	79
Ch. 2.5	Group Interesting Techniques	89
Ch. 2.6	Group Deepening Techniques	99
Ch. 2.7	NPC Toward NPC Chemistry Techniques	103
Ch. 2.8	NPC Toward NPC Relationship Deepening Techniques	113
Ch. 2.9	NPC Character Arc Techniques	119
Ch. 2.10	NPC Rooting Interest Techniques	127
Ch. 2.11	Player Toward NPC Chemistry Techniques	139
Ch. 2.12	NPC Toward Player Relationship Deepening Techniques	151
Ch. 2.13	Player Toward NPC Relationship Deepening Techniques	159
Ch. 2.14	Group Bonding Techniques	165
Ch. 2.15	Emotionally Complex Moments and Situations Techniques	173
Ch. 2.16	Plot Interesting Techniques	199
Ch. 2.17	Plot Deeping Techniques	219
Ch. 2.18	World Induction Techniques	231
Ch. 2.19	Role Induction Techniques	243
Ch. 2.20	First-Person Character Arc Techniques	255
Ch. 2.21	First-Person Deepening Techniques	269
Ch. 2.22	Revealing Complex Characters Through Their Actions	295
Ch. 2.23	Enhancing Emotional Depth Through Symbols	303
Ch. 2.24	Self-Created Story Techniques (a.k.a. Agency Techniques)	327
Ch. 2.25	Motivation Techniques	333
Ch. 2.26	Cohesiveness Techniques	347
Ch. 2.27	"True-to-Life" Techniques	355
Ch. 2.28	Cross-Demographic Techniques	359
Ch. 2.29	Injecting Emotion into a Game's Story Elements	367
Ch. 2.30	Tying Story to Gameplay and Mechanics	379
Ch. 2.31	Writing Powerful Pre-Rendered and In-Game Cinematics	389
Ch. 2.32	Opening Cinematic Techniques	411
Pt. III	An Emotioneering Gallery
Ch. 3.1	Introduction	421
Ch. 3.2	Chasm	423
Ch. 3.3	Styx	433
Ch. 3.4	Rough Trade	439
Pt. IV	Magic
Ch. 4	Magic	449
Pt. V	Addenda
Ch. 5.1	Introduction	461
Ch. 5.2	Techniques for Creating Fun	465
Ch. 5.3	Gatherings	475
	Art Credits	497
	Artists' Bios and Contact Information	501
	Glossary	517
	Index	527

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Unleashed R2 Edition

Author: Rand Morimoto

Since the release of Windows Server 2003, Microsoft has made many feature packs available that were not in the initial release, including Group Policy Management Console, Windows Resource Manager, File Replication Services, Terminal Services Feature Pack, Timewarp Client, Windows Sharepoint Services, Automatic Deployment Services, Active Directory in Application mode, Identity and Integration Services, Windows Right Management, Directory Services Mark-up Language, Microsoft Audit Collection Service, Security Configuration Wizard, and File Replication Services Monitor.

This book is the second edition of the best seller Windows Server 2003 Unleashed. With Windows Server 2003 being released in April/2003 and the next release of Windows (codename Longhorn) not due out until 2005 / 2006, this second edition will keep the text viable with new updates to the core Windows 2003 code. There have not been changes to the released version of the server, but Microsoft has released approximately 15 features through the release of feature packs. The second edition covers these feature packs along with incorporating reader feedback to make the book an even stronger resource for the IT professional.

Library Journal

Microsoft's April launch of Windows Server 2003 signaled a newer, modular strategy; the company intends to continue delivering additional components for at least six months postlaunch. This means that libraries, though needing to invest in guides to the new server OS, may need to upgrade more quickly than in the past for coverage of newer components. These four titles will help start the collection. Intended for Windows Server 2000 administrators who need to update their skills, Delta Guide eschews the basics for changes in the new OS, beginning with selecting an edition and moving through interface and policy changes, security enhancements, new command line tools, and more. Online sidebars bring users up to speed in areas where their Win2k knowledge is lacking. Buy in conjunction with more thorough guides that also address the needs of beginning administrators. Beginner's Guide and Teach Yourself target beginning administrators, teaching via step-by-step chapters. In Beginner's, the notes and "Ask the Expert" sidebars add useful info, progress checks mid-chapter help break up lengthy prose, and projects and mastery checks close chapters. Teach ends chapters with a summary and Q&A and includes similar notes and asides, falling somewhat short in explaining what to do when its step-by-step instructions fail. Beginner's, for example, goes by degrees through setting up nonplug and play printers, while Teach merely directs readers to the Add Printer Wizard. Both are good bets for all libraries. Meanwhile, Unleashed is a comprehensive reference for intermediate to advanced administrators. Lists of best practices contain tips to keep servers running smoothly, along with rules and recommendations integrated into each chapter; larger libraries can consider. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.

Agent Based Models or Way of the Samurai 2

2009-12-01T13:34:00.000-08:00

Agent-Based Models (Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences Series)

Author: Nigel Gilbert

Agent-based modeling (ABM) is a technique increasingly used in a broad range of social sciences. It involves building a computational model consisting of "agents," each of which represents an actor in the social world, and an "environment" in which the agents act. Agents are able to interact with each other and are programmed to be pro-active, autonomous and able to perceive their virtual world. The techniques of ABM are derived from artificial intelligence and computer science, but are now being developed independently in research centers throughout the world.

In Agent-Based Models, Nigel Gilbert reviews a range of examples of agent-based modeling, describes how to design and build your own models, and considers practical issues such as verification, validation, planning a modeling project, and how to structure a scholarly article reporting the results of agent-based modeling. It includes a glossary, an annotated list of resources, advice on which programming environment to use when creating agent-based models, and a worked, step-by-step example of the development of an ABM.

This latest volume in the SAGE Quantitative Applications in the Social Sciences series will have wide appeal in the social sciences, including the disciplines of sociology, economics, social psychology, geography, economic history, science studies, and environmental studies. It is appropriate for graduate students, researchers and academics in these fields, for both those wanting to keep up with new developments in their fields and those who are considering using ABM for their research.

Key Features

Aimed at readers who are new to ABM
Offers a brief, but thorough, treatment of a cutting-edge technique
Offers practical advice about how to design and create ABM
Includes carefully chosen examples from different disciplines

New interesting textbook: Billion Dollar Lessons or How to Succeed in the Game of Life

Way of the Samurai 2: Official Strategy Guide

Author: Bart Farkas

BradyGames' Way of the Samurai 2 Official Strategy Guide includes a comprehensive walkthrough for each possible story path in the game. Detailed area maps pinpoint enemy and item locations. Expert fighting techniques. Tips for collecting all swords and items in the game. Game secrets and more revealed!

This product is available for sale worldwide, excluding Japan and Asia.

MATLAB for Engineers or Podcasting for Profit

2009-11-30T09:22:00.000-08:00

MATLAB for Engineers

Author: Holly Moor

With a hands-on approach and focus on problem solving, this introduction to Matlab uses examples drawn from a range of engineering disciplines to demonstrate Matlab’s applications to a broad variety of problems. Encourages readers to type in examples as they go for immediate application of techniques presented. Includes numerous broad-based examples embedded in the text, practice exercises with solutions, and hints related to commonly encountered problems. Introduces m-files early in the text to make it easier for readers to save their work and develop a consistent programming strategy. For those interested in learning Matlab.

New interesting book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Personal Workbook or Economics

Podcasting for Profit: A Proven 10-Step Plan for Generating Income Through Audio and Video Podcasting

Author: Leesa Barnes

In 10 steps, this podcasting business strategy presents guidelines for developing a podcasting concept, building an audience, and turning a hobby into income through sponsorships, advertising, and online sales of products and services. Along with a proven plan for turning passion into profit, readers get a complete starter kit of podcasting software and services through a members-only companion website, as well as consultation with the author. The starter kit includes audio and video editing software, hosting services, background music, sound effects, promotional tools, and advertising sales tools. Businesses or individuals will find concrete steps to create a podcast or increase revenue through existing podcasts.

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The most advanced examination of the money to be made.

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Paul Colligan
The most advanced examination of the money to be made.

Larry Lawfer
Smart . . . strategic. . . . This book is a must read. (Larry Lawfer, founder and president, YourStories)

Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise or Java I O

2009-11-29T05:11:00.000-08:00

Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise: CCNA Discovery Learning Guide

Author: Allan Reid

Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Discovery curriculum version 4. The course, the third of four in the new curriculum, familiarizes you with the equipment applications and protocols installed in enterprise networks, with a focus on switched networks, IP Telephony requirements, and security. It also introduces advanced routing protocols such as Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Protocol. Hands-on exercises include configuration, installation, and troubleshooting.

The Learning Guide, written and edited by instructors, is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time.

The Learning Guide’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course:

Chapter Objectives–Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter.
Key Terms–Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. The Glossary defines each key term.
Summary of Activities and Labs–Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated exercises at the end of each chapter.
Check Your Understanding–Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes.The answer key explains each answer.
Challenge Questions and Activities–Apply a deeper understanding of the concepts with these challenging end-of-chapter questions and activities. The answer key explains each answer.
Hands-on Labs– Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by performing all the tasks in the course labs and additional challenge labs included in Part II of the Learning Guide.

How To–Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks.

Interactive Activities–Reinforce your understanding of topics with more than 60 different exercises from the online course identified through-out the book with this icon. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM.

Packet Tracer Activities– Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout some chapters. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer v4.1 software developed by Cisco is available separately.

Hands-on Labs–Work through all 44 course labs and 4 additional challenge labs included in Part II of the book. The labs are an integral part of the CCNA Discovery curriculum; review the core text and the lab material to prepare for all your exams.

Companion CD-ROM

The CD-ROM includes

Interactive Activities
Packet Tracer Activity files
IT Career Information
Taking Notes
Lifelong Learning

This book is part of the Cisco Networking Academy Series from Cisco Press®. Books in this series support and complement the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum.

New interesting book: Effective Phrases for Performance Appraisals or Sway

Java I/O

Author: Elliotte Rusty Harold

If you're interested in learning how to boost input/output

performance in Java applications, this is the book you want. The I/O

issue is a great concern to anyone involved in game programming or in

building large-scale enterprise applications, and with the I/O API

updates in J2SE 5.0, Java I/O, Second Edition is

essential reading.

The new edition offers you a complete introduction to I/O

along with the major API improvements introduced in Java 5.0. Beginning with an

overview of Java's stream capabilities, the book shows you how to open,

read, and write local files in Java applications, in addition to

network programming using URL and network streams, including sockets.

In the sections on filters, you'll learn how classes can

filter out characters within streams. More advanced material covers the

Java encryption mechanism, including hashing, the Data Encryption

Standard (DES) algorithm, and ciphers. You get a complete explanation

of object serialization, which allows Java objects to save and restore

their state, as well as details on Java's support for data compression

(and ZIP files) and multilingual Unicode character sets. Finally,

Java I/O, Second Edition teaches you how to format

output in Java using its support for width and numeric precision APIs. If

you're a serious Java developer, this book is a must.

Oracle Database 11g SQL or Corel Paint Shop Pro X

2009-11-28T00:59:00.000-08:00

Oracle Database 11g SQL

Author: Jason Pric

Write powerful SQL statements and PL/SQL programs

Learn to access Oracle databases through SQL statements and construct PL/SQL programs with guidance from Oracle expert, Jason Price. Published by Oracle Press, Oracle Database 11g SQL explains how to retrieve and modify database information, use SQL Plus and SQL Developer, work with database objects, write PL/SQL programs, and much more. Inside, you'll find in-depth coverage of the very latest SQL features and tools, performance optimization techniques, advanced queries, Java support, and XML. This book contains everything you need to master SQL.

Explore SQL Plus and SQL Developer

Use SQL SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements

Corel Paint Shop Pro X: The Official Guide

Author: David Huss

This step-by-step guide shows users how to get the most out of this highly affordable professional image editing software. Corel Paint Shop Pro 10: The Official Guide covers the entire product, including the suite of art media features, professional photo editing tools, and precision graphic design capabilities. Readers will learn to restore and revive images through editing, color correction, and other techniques designed to help achieve professional results. Step-by-step projects help readers practice the skills necessary to master Paint Shop Pro.

Dave Huss has been a photographer for more than 40 years and his work has won several international competitions. He is the author of more than 28 books on digital photo editing and digital photography. Dave is a regular contributor to Photoshop User Magazine and he teaches workshops throughout the U.S. and Europe.

Lori J. Davis has taught many computer graphics classes online, has been a beta tester for Paint Shop Pro, and has contributed articles to Digital Camera magazine. She is the author of several books on Paint Shop Pro and the coauthor of a book on digital scrapbooking.

Ch. 1	Meet Paint Shop Pro for the first time	3
Ch. 2	Set up shop	29
Ch. 3	Getting pictures into Paint Shop Pro	55
Ch. 4	Simple image editing and printing	85
Ch. 5	Correcting photographic problems	113
Ch. 6	Repairing and restoring photographs	145
Ch. 7	Create a Photo Montage	173
Ch. 8	Add text to your images	219
Ch. 9	Add dazzling effects to your images	239
Ch. 10	Understanding the vector tools	275
Ch. 11	Digital scrapbooking	313
Ch. 12	Art media	343
Ch. 13	Customizing the Paint Shop Pro workspace	363
Ch. 14	Scripting and batch processing	379

Adventures in Social Research or CIO Survival Guide

2009-11-26T20:46:00.000-08:00

Adventures in Social Research: Data Analysis Using SPSS 14.0 and 15.0 for Windows

Author: Earl R Babbi

*This is NOT the edition that comes with the student version of SPSS software. To order that, please order ISBN: 9781412940825.*

Adventures in Social Research: Data Analysis Using SPSS 14.0 and 15.0 for Windows, Sixth Edition guides readers step-by-step through the process of data analysis using the latest version of SPSS and the most up to date version of the General Social Survey. In this thoroughly revised edition, authors Earl Babbie, Fred Halley, and Jeanne Zaino stress active and collaborative learning as students engage in a series of practical investigative exercises.

New to the Sixth Edition:

Presents the latest version of SPSS for Windows: Readers are introduced to computerized data analysis using the latest version of SPSS for Windows (14.0 & 15.0).
Gives access to the latest version of the GSS: In the text and lab exercises, readers are given a chance to work with data from the most recent General Social Survey (GSS 2004).
Provides a shorter, more condensed version than the Fifth Edition: The latest edition has been restructured to make the material more user-friendly for students, including a separate chapter on recoding and a more straightforward discussion of composite measures.

Accompanied by High Quality Ancillaries!
An accompanying CD-ROM contains data sets, Designing Your Own Survey, and comprehensive appendices that include questionnaires, research reports, proposals, survey tips, commands, readings, and much more. *Note - this CD-ROM runs only on computers with SPSSinstalled. If you do not have SPSS installed, please order the version of this book that comes with the student version of SPSS (ISBN 9781412940825).

Intended Audience:
Designed for both introductory and advanced research methods or statistics courses in Sociology, Political Science, Social Work, Criminal Justice, and Public Health departments, this is an ideal computer skills and data analysis textbook for any discipline that uses survey methods.

Go to: Irans Military Forces and Warfighting Capabilities or Land Mosaics

CIO Survival Guide: The Roles and Responsibilities of the Chief Information Officer

Author: Karl D Schubert

CIO Survival Guide is a leadership manual for the emerging role of the Chief Information Officer. This book supports and guides CIOs in acquiring or enhancing their technical skills and leadership competencies to be a full and respected member of the Executive Team. It includes exposition and practice of the skills and competencies required to be a successful CIO.

Geometric Modeling or Upgrading to Lotus Notes and Domino 7

2009-11-25T16:35:00.000-08:00

Geometric Modeling

Author: Michael E Mortensen

Completely updated to include the most recent developments in the field, the third edition like the two previous editions, emphasizes clarity and thoroughness in the mathematical development of its subjects. It is written in a style that is free of jargon of special applications, while integrating the three important functions of geometric modeling: to represent elementary forms (curves, surfaces, and solids), to shape and assemble these into complex forms, and to determine geometric properties and relationships. With hundreds of illustrations, this unique book appeals to the reader's visual and intuitive skills in a way that makes it easier to understand its more abstract concepts. Upper-division and graduate students, teachers, and professionals studying, teaching or practicing geometric modeling, 3D modeling, computational geometry, computer graphics applications, animation, CAD/CAM, and related subjects will find this to be a very valuable reference.

Distinctive Features
Describes and compares all the important mathematical methods for modeling curves, surfaces, and solids.
Prepares the reader for more advanced topics, such as 3D modeling, CAD/CAM, animation, and scientific visualization.
Incorporates references throughout the text to direct the reader to more specialized treatments of the subjects.
Carefully designed illustrations and exercises support each mathematical concept presented.
Offers hundreds of exercises to test the reader's comprehension.

Upgrading to Lotus Notes and Domino 7

Author: Tim Speed

Written by Lotus insiders, this book provides a practical guide to each of the important features and enhancements introduced in Notes/Domino 7. It is ideal for administrators and developers working with any version of Lotus Notes/Domino who need the low-down on how to successfully make the most of the 7.0 upgrade including: an overview of the new features and how put them to work in your business; a full explanation of the implications of changes and new features; integration with WebSphere and Microsoft Outlook; real-life case study of how Lotus upgraded its own developerWorks site to Lotus Notes/Domino 7If you want to introduce these new features to a large business, quickly and efficiently, then this book is for you. These experienced experts use their own experiences to map out the benefits you could gain, and the dangers you may face, as you implement these features in your business. The book also covers the important topics in the 190-702 Update exam.

USB Mass Storage or Library Information Systems

2009-02-22T17:26:00.000-08:00

USB Mass Storage: Designing and Programming Devices and Embedded Hosts

Author: Jan Axelson

This developer’s guide for designers and programmers of mass-storage devices that use the Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface provides developers with information on how to choose storage media, interface the media to a microcontroller or other CPU, and write device firmware to access the media and perform USB communications. Comparisons of popular storage-media options to help users choose a media type for a project are included, and the types described cover hard drives and flash-memory cards such as the MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD) card, and CompactFlash card. Helpful tips on developing an embedded host that can access USB mass-storage devices are also covered.

EDN

Jan Axelson knows better than almost anybody else how to write clearly and how to explain complex technical issues.

ECN Magazine

If a design employs a USB mass-storage device connection, you will need this book. I recommend it highly.

Go to: Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles 2 or How to Do Everything with Your iPAQ Pocket PC

Library Information Systems: From Library Automation to Distributed Information Access Solutions

Author: Thomas R Kochtanek

The text gives broad coverage of all the major issues confronting library directors in today's fast-moving technology marketplace, and will be well placed on the shelves of the many libraries faced with the complexities that information technology developments bring to the library. Giving a useful overview of library systems-from their history to current trends in the technology and marketplace that serve libraries-this book includes coverage of telecommunications, standards, planning, managing technology in libraries, system selection, and more. Specifically designed for core units in library automation and information systems, this text gives students a comprehensive overview of one of the most critical areas of library operations, and enables them to take the lead in managing the complexities that information technology brings to the library.

1	The Evolution of LIS and Enabling Technologies	3
2	The Library Information Systems Marketplace	14
3	Design of Integrated Library Systems	29
4	Open Systems	50
5	Telecommunications and Networks	66
6	Standards and Standards Organizations	93
7	Planning for Information Technology	113
8	Basic Technology Axioms	129
9	The Impact of Technology on Library Services	136
10	System Selection and Implementation	156
11	Usability of Systems	187
12	Managing Library Information Systems	208
13	Technology Trends	229
14	Digital Libraries	239
	Conclusions	251
	Glossary	253
	Index	275

Microsoft Windows Vista Visual Encyclopedia or Fix Your Laser Printer and Save a Bundle

2009-02-21T13:15:00.000-08:00

Microsoft Windows Vista Visual Encyclopedia

Author: Kate Shoup

If you prefer to see what things look like and how to perform a task, instead of just being told, this is your ideal A to Z reference. Part I shows every Windows Vista tool and how to use it. Part II provides step-by-step instructions for more than 140 key tasks and techniques. Both are arranged alphabetically and illustrated in full color. It's the ultimate Visual resource--you'll see!

* Each tool and technique illustrated in full color
* Alphabetical listings for easy reference
* Step-by-step instructions for performing dozens of tasks
* A comprehensive guide for visual learners

A Visual guide to
* Identifying and using Vista tools
* Creating appointments and sharing calendars
* Backing up your PC and encrypting files
* Setting spam and scam filters
* Playing DVDs and creating movies
* Configuring a remote desktop connection

Credits.

About the Authors.

Preface.

Introduction.

Part I:Tools.

A.

Add Printer Wizard.

AutoPlay.

B.

Backup and Restore Center.

C.

Calculator.

Calendar.

CardSpace.

Command Prompt.

Computer Folder.

Connect to a Network Projector Wizard.

Connect to a Network Wizard.

Connect to the Internet Wizard.

Contacts.

Content Advisor.

Control Panel.

D.

Details Pane.

Device Manager.

Disk Cleanup.

Documents Folder.

E.

Ease of Access Center.

Easy Transfer.

Event Viewer.

F.

Fax and Scan.

File and Folder Backup Wizard.

Flip 3D.

G.

Gadgets.

Games.

I.

Import Video Wizard.

Internet Explorer.

Internet Explorer Protected Mode.

Internet.

M.

Mail.

Media Library.

Media Player.

Microsoft Management Console.

Movie Maker.

Music Folder.

N.

Narrator.

Navigation Pane.

Network and Sharing Center.

Network Folder.

Network Map.

Notepad.

O.

On-Screen Keyboard.

Open.

P.

Paint.

Parental Controls.

Personal Folder.

Phone and ModemOptions.

Photo Gallery.

Picture Library.

Pictures Folder.

Preview Pane.

Programs and Features Window.

Q.

Quick Launch.

Quick Tabs.

R.

Recent Items.

Recycle Bin.

Regional and Language Options.

Restore Files Wizard.

S.

Save As.

Scanner and Camera Installation Wizard.

Search Box.

Search Folder.

Security Center.

Security Report.

Set Up a Wireless Router or Access Point Wizard.

Sound Notifications.

Speech Recognition.

Start Menu.

Sync Center.

System Information Window.

T.

Task Manager.

Task Scheduler.

Taskbar and Start Menu Properties.

U.

User Account Control.

V.

Video Library.

Volume Mixer.viii

W.

Welcome Center.

Windows Defender.

Windows Firewall.

Windows Live Messenger.

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

Windows Media Center.

Windows Meeting Space.

Windows Sidebar.

Windows SideShow.

Windows Update

WordPad.

Part II: Techniques.

A.

Aero: Set Up Aero.

B.

Background: Set the Desktop Background.

C.

Calendar: Manage Tasks.

Calendar: Publish a Calendar.

Calendar: Set an Appointment.

Calendar: Subscribe to a Calendar.

CardSpace: Create a Personal Information Card.

CDs and DVDs: Burn Data, Music, and Photos.

CompletePC Backup: Back Up Your PC with CompletePC Backup.

Computer Folder: View Free Space and Other Information.

Computer Name: Identify and Change the Computer Name.

Contacts: Import and Export Contacts.

Contacts: Manage Contacts.

Content Advisor: Set Internet Explorer 7 Parental Controls.

D.

Date and Time: Change Your System Date, Time, and Time Zone.

Default Programs Center: Set Windows Default Programs.

Device Manager: Access Device Driver Information.

Device Manager: Remove a Device.

Device Manager: Troubleshoot Issues.

Display Properties: Configure Display Properties.

DVD Maker: Burn a Movie to DVD.

E.

Ease of Access Center: Set Accessibility Options.

Edit: Cut, Copy, and Paste.

Encrypting File System: Encrypt Files and Folders.

F.

Fax and Scan: Scan a Document.

Fax and Scan: Send a Fax.

Fax and Scan: Set Up Your System to Use Fax and Scan.

File and Folder Backup: Make Backups Automatic.

File and Folder Management: Copy and Move Files and Folders.

File and Folder Management: View and Set File and Folder Properties.

File and Folder Sharing: Share Folders and Files.

Folders: Create a New Folder.

Fonts: Add a Font.

Fonts: Manage Installed Fonts.

FTP: Using FTP in Internet Explorer.

G.

Gadgets: Add Gadgets.

Groups: Add Users to Groups.

H.

Help and Support Center: Access Help and Other Information for Windows.

I.

Internet Explorer 7: Search the Web with Internet Explorer 7.

L.

Local Security Policy: Change Local Security Settings.

M.

Mail: Create a Mailing List.

Mail: Filter Spams and Scams.

Mail: Participate in a Newsgroup.

Mail: Send and Receive E-mail Messages.

Mail: Set Up an Account.

Mail: Set Up the Newsreader.

Media Player: Burn a Music CD.

Media Player: Find New Content.

Media Player: Play a CD or DVD.

Media Player: Rip Music.

Microsoft Management Console: Add Management Tools.

Movie Maker: Create a Simple Movie.

Movie Maker: Publish a Movie.

N.

Network Connections Window: Manage Network Connections.

O.

Offline Files: Enable Offline Files.

Offline Files: Make Files Available for Offline Use.

Offline Files: View Synchronization Settings.

Open With Command: Open a File in a Different Program.

P.

Parental Controls: Set Windows Media Center Parental Controls.

Parental Controls: Set Windows Vista Parental Controls.

Partition: Create and Format a Partition.

Passwords: Set a User Password.

Performance Information and Tools: Assess Your Computer’s Performance.

Phishing Filter: Avoid Phishing Scams.

Phone and Modem Options: Set Up a Dialing Location.

Photo Gallery: Create and View a Slide Show.

Photo Gallery: Edit Pictures.

Photo Gallery: Manage Pictures.

Photo Gallery: Print a Picture.

Power Plan: Choose a Power Plan.

Previous Versions: Revert to a Previous Version of a Document.

Print: Print a File.

Printers: Share a Printer.

Problem Reports and Solutions: Review Problem Reports and Find Solutions.

Program Compatibility Wizard: Enable Older Programs to Run.

Q.

Quick Launch: Add and Remove Programs on the Quick Launch Bar.

Quotas: Set Space Quotas.

R.

Ratings: Rate Files.

Recycle Bin: Empty the Recycle Bin.

Regional and Language Options: Add Language Support.

Remote Assistance: Get Help Via Remote Assistance.

Remote Desktop: Configure Remote Desktop Connection.

RSS Feeds: Find and Subscribe to RSS Feeds.

S.

Screen Saver: Choose a Screen Saver.

Search Folder: Save a Search.

Security Zones: Customize Web Site Security Settings.

Shortcuts: Create and Manage Shortcuts.

Sound Scheme: Set Up a Sound Scheme.

Speech Recognition: Set Up Speech Recognition.

Start Menu: Customize the Start Menu.

Start Menu: Open a Program, Folder, File, or Feature.

Startup Folder: Control Which Programs Launch at Startup.

Sync Center: Sync an Offline Folder or Mobile Device.

System Restore: Create a Restore Point.

System Restore: Roll Back with a Restore Point.

System window: View Your System’s Properties.

T.

Tags: Tag Files.

Task Manager: View System Information.

Taskbar: Customize the Taskbar.

Temp Folder: Locate and Manage the Temporary Files Folder.

Temporary Internet Files: Clean the Internet Files Cache.

Themes: Apply a Desktop Theme.

U.

User Accounts: Create a New User Account.

User Accounts: Enable Guest Accounts.

User Accounts: Manage User Accounts.

W.

Windows Defender: Scan for Spyware.

Windows Firewall: Configure the Windows Firewall.

Windows Firewall: Manage Exceptions.

Windows Live Messenger: Create an Account.

Windows Live Messenger: Populate Your Contacts.

Windows Live Messenger: Send and Receive IMs.

Windows Media Center: Burn Digital Video to a DVD.

Windows Media Center: Listen to Music Files.

Windows Media Center: Record TV.

Windows Media Center: Set Up Windows Media Center.

Windows Media Center: Watch Live TV.

Windows Media Center: Watch Recorded TV.

Windows Meeting Space: Share Files, Programs, and Your Desktop.

Windows Meeting Space: Start a Windows Meeting Space Session.

Windows Update: Check for Updates.

Windows Update: Configure Automatic Updates.

Windows Update: Remove a Potential Problem Update.

WordPad: Save a Document.

X.

XPS Documents: View an XPS Document.

XPS Documents: Work with XPS Documents.

Index.

Interesting book: Women for President or The Riverkeepers

Fix Your Laser Printer and Save a Bundle

Author: Paul Lapsansky

Laser printer down and don't know where to begin? Convinced that the local repair shop is not being completely honest? Avoid the hassle of having to reinvent the wheel when trying to troubleshoot and repair monochrome laser printers without the necessary guide. With Fix Your Laser Printer and Save a Bundle, confidently diagnose those repairs or have the peace of mind that what the repair shop is saying is correct.

Fix Your Laser and Save a Bundle includes:

Troubleshooting tips for monochrome laser printers from Hewlett-Packard, Apple, IBM/Lexmark and Panasonic.
Diagrams and visual defect drawings to better aid in troubleshooting specific problems.
Error codes and their meanings.
Part lists with manufactures part numbers.
Replacement parts sources.

Paul Lapsansky has accumulated over ten years of experience servicing laser printers and has amassed this experience into a wealth of troubleshooting tips to bring to you in Fix Your Laser Printer and Save a Bundle.

Preventing Identity Theft for Dummies or DigiMarketing

2009-02-20T09:03:00.000-08:00

Preventing Identity Theft for Dummies

Author: Michael Arata

• Twenty-seven million Americans have been victims of identity theft in the last five years and the total cost of identity theft approaches $48 billion per year (total costs to businesses are $43 billion and the direct cost to consumers is $5 billion)

• These staggering statistics have prompted security consultant Michael Arata to provide readers with the resources they need to guard themselves against identity theft

• In this valuable book, Arata offers easy-to-follow, straightforward advice on understanding identity theft, minimizing risk, maintaining vigilance, choosing who to share personal information with, selecting hard-to-guess PINs, determining victimization, reviewing a credit report, charting a course of action, resolving credit problems, reclaiming good credit, and much more

• Explains how to recover successfully if identity theft does occur

• Author Michael Arata, CISSP, CPP, CFE, ACLM, is a veteran of the security industry with more than fifteen years of experience

	Introduction	1
	How This Book Is Organized	1
	Icons Used in This Book	2
	Where to Go from Here	2
Part I	Getting the Scoop on Identity Theft	3
Chapter 1	Who's Stealing What...and What You Can Do About It	5
	Taking a Look at the Fastest Growing Crime	5
	Who it affects	7
	How it happens	7
	Knowing What Information Is Vulnerable	8
	It comes in the mail	10
	What you throw away can hurt you	11
	The Role of Technology in Identity Theft	12
	Encryption	13
	Authentication	15
	Safeguarding Your Information in Everyday Ways	16
	Finding Your Allies	17
	Getting Back Your Identity and Your Good Reputation	19
Chapter 2	Keeping Tabs on Your Personal Information	23
	Discovering Where Your Personal Information Hides	23
	The important info on the documents you receive	24
	Finding your information online	27
	Accounts you have online	29
	Checks, receipts, and other paper you generate	29
	Government documents	30
	Keeping Your Information Safe but Available	31
	Software to help keep your information safe	32
	Tips to keep your information safe	32
	Accessing your information	33
	Knowing When to Hold 'Em, When to Fold 'Em, and When to Shred 'Em	34
	What to keep	34
	Best practices for destroying what you don't keep	37
Chapter 3	Mike's Anti-Identity-Theft Crash Course	39
	Tips for Preventing Identity Theft	39
	Buy and use a shredder	42
	Order and review your credit report	42
	Guard your personal information	43
	Opting out of pre-approved credit card offers	44
	Opting out of other mailing lists	45
	Government Laws to Protect You	46
	Steps to Take If You Are a Victim	48
	Reporting the crime to law enforcement	49
	Other essential actions you must take	50
Part II	Determining Whether You're a Victim	51
Chapter 4	Smelling a Rat: Recognizing When You Are a Victim	53
	Suspecting a Thief at Your Mailbox	53
	Recognizing When Something Is Wrong, and What You Can Do About It	54
	Denied credit for a large purchase	56
	Receiving credit card bills from cards you didn't apply for	57
	Receiving calls from bill collectors for stuff you did not buy	58
	Receiving bills for unknown purchases	59
	Large unknown purchases on your credit card bills	60
	Suddenly...several unknown charges on each month's bill	62
Chapter 5	Homing In on Bank Statements	65
	Checking Your Bank Statement Religiously	65
	Identifying an Unwelcome Doppelganger	67
	Withdrawals you didn't make	67
	Checks you did not write	68
	Finding bizarre bank account balances	69
	Reviewing Investment Account Statements	70
Chapter 6	Interpreting Your Credit Report	73
	What Is a Credit Report?	73
	Obtaining Your Credit Report	75
	Reviewing the Telltale Information on Your Credit Report	79
	The personal profile section	80
	The account history section	81
	The credit summary section	82
	The public records section	82
	The credit inquiries section	84
	The account history section	85
	Your credit score	85
	Sudden unknown credit score change	87
	Looking for consistency	88
	Pulling it together	89
	Disputing Your Credit Report	89
Part III	Staying Ahead of Identity Theft	93
Chapter 7	Watching What You Set on the Curb	95
	Protecting Your Mail	95
	Watching What You Throw Away	97
	Monthly credit card statements	98
	Monthly checking account statements	99
	Utility bills	100
	Cell phone bills	100
	Cancelled checks	101
	Expired driver's licenses	101
Chapter 8	Practicing Discretion in Public Places	103
	Carrying Minimal Personal Information	103
	Do not carry your Social Security Card	104
	Memorize your bank ATM PIN	104
	Carry one credit card	105
	Carry personal checks only when necessary	106
	The Walls Have Ears and Eyes	107
	Shoulder surfing	107
	Be careful about what you say	108
	Keeping Track of Important Things	109
	Checking Credit Card Receipts	109
	Losing your wallet or purse	110
Chapter 9	Staying Safe Online and on the Phone	113
	Ordering Stuff by Phone	113
	Ordering Stuff Online	115
	Check Your Monthly Card Statement for Surprises	117
	Beware of Scams to Get Personal Information	118
	Who is calling?	118
	Phishing out a thief	118
	We're from the government	119
	Why financial information?	121
	Bank examiner scam	121
Part IV	Taking Back Your Good Name	125
Chapter 10	Joining Forces in the Identity Theft Battle	127
	Filling Out the Initial Reports	127
	Placing a fraud alert on your credit report	128
	Reporting the crime to law enforcement	128
	Completing an ID theft affidavit	129
	Taking Care of Compromised Accounts: The First Steps	132
	Call your credit card company	133
	Call your bank	134
	Asking for fraud dispute forms	135
	Getting Straight with the Government	136
	Filing a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission	136
	What to do if your SSN has been used to get a job	139
Chapter 11	Closing Compromised Accounts	143
	Closing Out Bank Accounts	143
	When your ATM card goes missing	144
	Reporting to check-verification companies	145
	Covering checks that you've already written	146
	Closing Credit Accounts	147
Chapter 12	Opening New Accounts	149
	Opening New Bank Accounts	149
	Maintaining good records	150
	Using a new PIN	151
	Opening New Credit Accounts	152
Part V	The Part of Tens	153
Chapter 13	Ten Tips to Make Reclaiming Your Identity Go More Smoothly	155
	Follow a Checklist	155
	Keep a Journal	156
	Complete a Fraud Affidavit	156
	Record All Correspondence with Creditors	157
	Follow-up	157
	Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report	158
	File a Police Report	159
	Dispute Charges You Didn't Make	160
	Report Your Stolen Checks to One of the Check Verification Companies	160
	Close Compromised Accounts	161
Chapter 14	Ten Handy Resources	163
	Web Sites	163
	Major Credit Card Issuers	164
	Credit Report Services	166
	Registration Services	167
	Major Banking Institutions	168
Chapter 15	Ten Common Scams and How to Avoid Them	169
	Phishing	169
	The Bank Examiner Scam	171
	The Doctored ATM	171
	Phone Fraud	172
	Card Verification	173
	You Won the Lottery!	174
	Bogus Charities	174
	Bogus Invoices	175
	Phony Brokerage Firms	176
	Temporary Suspension of Your Account	177
	Index	179

DigiMarketing: The Essential Guide to New Media and Digital Marketing

Author: Ian Fenwick

“We are all DigiMarketers now" - or we should be. The authors have for the first time provided a lucid, hype-free, business-based and practical guide to the new age of marketing: it is a kind of digital Baedeker, which should be on every businessman's book-shelf. —Miles Young, Chairman, Ogilvy & Mather Asia Pacific

The digital frontier is now the center of our universe. As Kent Wertime and Ian Fenwick show, marketers must seize this digital opportunity to accelerate their market growth. —John A. Quelch, Senior Associate Dean and Lincoln Filene Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School

Too many advertisers are stuck in the primordial soup when it comes to their digital marketing strategy. However, they need to evolve fast if they are to survive in a multi-channel landscape. This timely book acts like an Origin of the Species, steering hesitant brand owners through the complexities of the digital ecosystem. An impressive blend of academic theory, professional insight and practical advice. —Paul Kemp-Robertson, Co-founder & Editorial Director, Contagious

DigiMarketing: The Essential Guide to New Marketing & Digital Media is a clear call for companies to evolve their marketing practice. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking a roadmap to the future of business.—Dipak C. Jain, Dean, Kellogg School of Management

The rise of conversational media new forms of distribution – from blogs tomobile platforms – challenge traditional approaches to marketing, and require every business to have a transition plan. Kent Wertime and Ian Fenwick have written a book that is required reading for any marketers interested in successfully making that transition. —John Battelle, CEO and Founder, Federated Media Publishing and Author, The Search

Kent Wertime and Ian Fenwick have written the definitive guide to marketing in the digital age. But Digimarketing does more than educate marketing professionals. It describes the new media landscape brilliantly, making it an essential read for anyone who hopes to understand the most important technological revolution of the past fifty years. I wore out three yellow highlighters before realizing that every sentence and every paragraph is worth committing to memory. —Norman Pearlstine, Former Editor-in-Chief, Time Inc. and Managing Editor, The Wall Street Journal, Senior Advisor, Telecommunications & Media, The Carlyle Group

UML 2 For Dummies or Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac OS X

2009-02-19T04:52:00.000-08:00

UML 2 For Dummies

Author: James A Schardt

• Uses friendly, easy-to-understand For Dummies style to help readers learn to model systems with the latest version of UML, the modeling language used by companies throughout the world to develop blueprints for complex computer systems
• Guides programmers, architects, and business analysts through applying UML to design large, complex enterprise applications that enable scalability, security, and robust execution
• Illustrates concepts with mini-cases from different business domains and provides practical advice and examples
• Covers critical topics for users of UML, including object modeling, case modeling, advanced dynamic and functional modeling, and component and deployment modeling

	Introduction	1
Pt. I	UML and System Development	7
Ch. 1	What's UML About, Alfie?	9
Ch. 2	Following Best Practices	19
Pt. II	The Basics of Object Modeling	37
Ch. 3	Objects and Classes	39
Ch. 4	Relating Objects That Work Together	61
Ch. 5	Including the Parts with the Whole	83
Ch. 6	Reusing Superclasses: Generalization and Inheritance	93
Ch. 7	Organizing UML Class Diagrams and Packages	111
Pt. III	The Basics of Use-Case Modeling	129
Ch. 8	Introducing Use-Case Diagrams	131
Ch. 9	Defining the Inside of a Use Case	147
Ch. 10	Relating Use Cases to Each Other	161
Pt. IV	The Basics of Functional Modeling	175
Ch. 11	Introducing Functional Modeling	177
Ch. 12	Capturing Scenarios with Sequence Diagrams	189
Ch. 13	Specifying Workflows with Activity Diagrams	213
Ch. 14	Capturing How Objects Collaborate	227
Ch. 15	Capturing the Patterns of Behavior	247
Pt. V	Dynamic Modeling	259
Ch. 16	Defining the Object's Lives with States	261
Ch. 17	Interrupting the States by Hosting Events	277
Ch. 18	Avoiding States of Confusion	293
Pt. VI	Modeling the System's Architecture	313
Ch. 19	Deploying the System's Components	315
Ch. 20	Breaking the System into Packages/Subsystems	339
Pt. VII	The Part of Tens	359
Ch. 21	Ten Common Modeling Mistakes	361
Ch. 22	Ten Useful UML Web Sites	371
Ch. 23	Ten Useful UML Modeling Tools	377
Ch. 24	Ten Diagrams for Quick Development	383
	Index	393

New interesting book: Comptabilité Directoriale :une Introduction aux Concepts, les Méthodes et les Utilisations

Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac OS X (Visual QuickStart Guide Series)

Author: Steven Schwartz

If you're like many people, you wouldn't dream of turning on your computer without also instantly (or almost instantly) launching at least one of the applications included in Microsoft Office. This task-based guide recognizes that and gets down to business fast, taking you step-by-step through all of the key features of the Microsoft Office 2004 suite for Mac OS X: Word 2004, Excel 2004, PowerPoint 2004, Entourage 2004and MSN Messenger Version 4.0. If you're a beginning user, you'll appreciate the friendly, visual approach to all of Office's word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, calendaring, and email features. And if you're an Office veteran, you'll relish the coverage of Office 2004's newest features (many of them exclusive to Macs): Compatibility Reports, which identify and correct discrepancies between different versions of Office documents (including Mac and Windows versions); Word's Notebook Layout View; Excel's Page Layout View; and much more.

iMovie 08 iDVD 08 for Mac OS X Visual QuickStart Guide or Sams Teach Yourself Programming with Java in 24 Hours

2009-02-18T00:40:00.000-08:00

iMovie 08 & iDVD 08 for Mac OS X [Visual QuickStart Guide]

Author: Jeff Carlson

Visual QuickStart Guide—the quick and easy way to learn!

This full-color, amply illustrated, accessible book teaches readers the essential skills necessary for creating compelling movies with iMovie and iDVD, Apple's consumer-friendly digital movie and DVD-burning software applications. Readers can follow the step-by-step instructions from the beginning to get a tour of the applications or look up specific tasks to learn just what they need to know. Longtime Macintosh and technology writer Jeff Carlson takes extra steps to ensure that readers understand all of the key aspects of digital movie making.

• Easy visual approach uses pictures to guide you through iMovie and iDVD (and how they interact with the other iLife ’08 applications) and show you what to do.
• Concise steps and explanations let you get up and running in no time.
• Page for page, the best content and value around.
• Companion Web site at www.jeffcarlson.com/imovievqs offers links mentioned in the book, sample movies, and ongoing news and information about iMovie, iDVD, and video editing.

Sams Teach Yourself Programming with Java in 24 Hours

Author: Rogers Cadenhead

If you have been wanting to learn Java, check out the newly revised fourth edition of the best-seller Sams Teach Yourself Programming with Java in 24 Hours. This step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to create simple Java programs and applets. Comprised of 24 one-hour lessons, this new edition focuses on key programming concepts and essential Java basics, has been improved by dozens of reader comments, and is reorganized to better cover the latest developments in Java. The book's coverage of core Java programming topics has also been expanded. A great starting point for learning Java, this book is also a great primer to reading sams Teach Yourself Java in 21 Days.

Hour 1	Becoming a programmer	5
Hour 2	Writing your first program	19
Hour 3	Vacationing in Java	33
Hour 4	Understanding how Java programs work	51
Hour 5	Storing and changing information in a program	65
Hour 6	Using strings to communicate	83
Hour 7	Using conditional tests to make decisions	97
Hour 8	Repeating an action with loops	113
Hour 9	Storing information with arrays	131
Hour 10	Creating your first object	147
Hour 11	Describing what your object is like	165
Hour 12	Making the most of existing objects	183
Hour 13	Building a simple user interface	201
Hour 14	Laying out a user interface	217
Hour 15	Responding to user input	231
Hour 16	Building a complex user interface	249
Hour 17	Creating interactive Web programs	269
Hour 18	Handling errors in a program	293
Hour 19	Creating a threaded program	309
Hour 20	Reading and writing files	327
Hour 21	Reading and writing XML data	347
Hour 22	Using fonts and color	361
Hour 23	Working with graphics	375
Hour 24	Creating animation	395
Hour 25	Creating Web services with XML-RPC	411
App. A	Using the Java development kit	431
App. B	Programming with the Java development kit	455
App. C	Using the NetBeans integrated development environment	479

Nature of Computation or Enterprise Modeling with UML

2009-02-16T20:29:00.000-08:00

Nature of Computation

Author: Stephan Mertens

In the last decade, the boundary between physics and computer science has become a hotbed of interdisciplinary collaboration. Every passing year shows that physicists and computer scientists have a great deal to say to each other, sharing metaphors, intuitions, and mathematical techniques. In this book, two leading researchers in this area introduce the reader to the fundamental concepts of computational complexity. They go beyond the usual discussion of P, NP and NP-completeness to explain the deep meaning of the P vs. NP question, and explain many recent results which have not yet appeared in any textbook. They then give in-depth explorations of the major interfaces between computer science and physics: phase transitions in NP-complete problems, Monte Carlo algorithms, and quantum computing. The entire book is written in an informal style that gives depth with a minimum of mathematical formalism, exposing the heart of the matter without belabouring technical details. The only mathematical prerequisites are linear algebra, complex numbers, and Fourier analysis (and most chapters can be understood without even these). It can be used as a textbook for graduate students or advanced undergraduates, and will be enjoyed by anyone who is interested in understanding the rapidly changing field of theoretical computer science and its relationship with other sciences.

Interesting textbook: Multithreaded Programming with Java Technology or The Essential Guide to Digital Set Top Boxes and Interactive TV

Enterprise Modeling with UML: Designing Successful Software through Business Analysis

Author: Chris Marshall

Written for practitioners interested in business systems and software applications, this book fuses object technology, workflow, data warehousing, and distributed system concepts into a coherent model that has been successfully implemented worldwide. Enterprises using these concepts are well positioned to thrive in the emerging global business arena. Enterprise Modeling with UML describes specific methods for modeling large, complex, and adaptable enterprise systems, using the Unified Modeling Language (UML) to illustrate its concepts and components.. "Enterprise Modeling with UML addresses in detail the four key elements of an enterprise model: purpose, processes, entities, and organization. Written from a business perspective rather than technical standpoint, the book covers such vital topics as: formalizing business concepts, models, and components; creating and communicating the value of an enterprise; designing, scheduling, tracking, and automating processes; describing business entities in organizational contexts; modeling hierarchical and networked organizations and coordinating such organizations to form value chains; and building adaptable enterprise systems from reusable software components.. "The accompanying CD-ROM contains Java and XML examples of many of the ideas and models presented in the book.

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A book/CD-ROM guide fuses object technology, workflow, data warehousing, and distributed system concepts into a coherent model. Describes specific methods for modeling large, complex, and adaptable enterprise systems, using the Unified Markup Language (UML) to illustrate concepts and components. Addresses in detail four key elements of an enterprise model: purpose, processes, entities, and organization. The accompanying CD-ROM contains Java and XML examples. The author has managed the design and development of information systems using object technology for some 10 years. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Recent years have seen the convergence of many disciplines, facilitated by extraordinary social, political, economic, and technological change. Not least has been the convergence of business, information, and natural systems thinking into the new discipline of business engineering. This book describes how complex business systems may be designed and implemented using enterprise components and supporting tools. The CD-ROM at the back of the book contains implementations of the components and tools in Java and XML.

Business Engineering

The purpose of this book is to describe a specific way in which to model enterprises. The focus is on business rather than technological aspects, with examples describing large, complex, and adaptable systems. The book is intended primarily for practitioners of the emergent discipline of business engineering, and is of use both to business people who are sensitive to the strategic potential of technology, and to technologists who understand that business requirements must drive systems design and deployment.

Recent developments in computers and communications enable global business systems that are as much between as within organizations. There are no universal standards for such business systems, and such standards are unlikely to be established in the near future. However, concepts based on the principles of contract and law that have existed for thousands of years, and new insights from the study of complex adaptive systems, may be applied to disparate enterprise applications to enable them to work as though they were part of a single global business network. This book attempts to describethemain features of such systems.

The promise of software components has been recognized for many years, based mainly on the experience of other industries. Automobiles were handmade by craftsmen from raw materials until Henry Ford assembled cars using interchangeable parts, and electronic hardware was assembled by skilled technicians from discrete components until Robert Noyce developed the integrated circuit--but information systems must still be coded line by line by talented programmers. However, several key developments now make reusable software components not only viable, but essential to any enterprise that wants to survive into the twenty-first century.

Ubiquitous networks connect almost every computer through standard communications protocols.
The CORBA, COM+ and EJB component object models make interoperable software components feasible.
Component design concepts, methods and notations can be shared using the Unified Modeling Language (UML).
Practical e-commerce standards and vocabularies using the Extensible Markup Language (XML) are under development.
Enterprise modeling concepts are being developed and standardized in the ISO Reference Model for Open Distributed Processing (RM-ODP).

Each of these is necessary, but not individually sufficient, to enable widespread adoption of software components for enterprise systems. Together they provide the means to revolutionize the software industry to the same extent that the motor and electronics industries have been transformed.

An enterprise and its systems are too complex to understand from a single perspective, so its model is composed of several components, each representing a different area of concern. A component defines an aspect of the model in a specific frame of reference and at a particular level of abstraction, or from the point of view of an organization role. Each role defines a domain of expertise, terminology, and conventions that influence how a role player perceives the business world. For example, what is needed of a vehicle by a driver, an accountant, a transport manager, and a maintenance engineer, differ according to their respective roles. In the past, this has caused organizations and their systems to be fragmented along functional lines, resulting in divergent purpose, discontinuous processes, and "stovepipe" applications. To prevent this from occurring, an architectural framework is required to link the components of the model into a coherent whole.

Structure of the Book

This book describes concepts primarily from the business viewpoint, and assumes that suitable software components can be created if a sufficiently precise business specification exists. The tools and components included in the CD-ROM attempt to illustrate the validity of this assumption. The UML notation and Java and XML languages are used in the design and implementation of these enterprise components.

Chapter 1 is an overview of the management and organization concepts that underpin the models that are described in subsequent chapters. Specific concepts of business purpose, process, entity, and organization are outlined to provide a context for the remainder of the book. The purpose of an organization is described in Chapter 2, with reference to strategy, planning, and contracts. It outlines relationships among data, information, knowledge, understanding, and decision making; which is also needed by an organization to learn and adapt, and to communicate its value to customers and other stakeholders.

Chapter 3 describes business processes as the means by which purpose is achieved. Process design, scheduling, enactment, tracking, improvement, and automation are covered. The concepts, tools, and components are suitable for formal process engineering and for the unstructured activities of ad hoc work. The human, mechanical, material, financial, intellectual, and other entities used and produced by processes are described in Chapter 4. Entities are modeled from various points of view to describe the different aspects of behavior required of them by processes.

Organization concepts are described in Chapter 5 with reference to their roles in adaptive systems, distributed networks, contexts for modeling, and so on. Organizations manage their processes and entities to achieve purpose, and work with others to form value networks. Certain ideas are presented to predict trends in e-commerce. The Appendix illustrates with simple examples how such concepts are used in real applications.

Conventions Used in Book

Each chapter introduces its concepts with text and diagrams that are hopefully comprehensible to business people, without the need for detailed knowledge of technology. Object orientation is introduced through business objects--models that are not necessarily implemented in software--described and diagrammed using the UML notation. In most cases, summary diagrams are used in preference to detailed diagrams to illustrate conceptual rather than detailed design. Words that appear in italic type when first used are defined in the Glossary.

The CD-ROM contains Java and XML implementations of the ideas and models described in the Appendix. Java code conventions are used where practical, but code is abbreviated, and many package statements, documentation, and comments are excluded, in order to simplify the listings Sun 1997. No attempt is made to explore the business engineering process, or to describe business and software engineering artifacts and tools. However, the CD-ROM contains copies of a tool that enables round trip engineering of Java business objects using Rational Rose. It also includes detailed HTML documentation, and a tutorial to help readers acquaint themselves with its contents.

International Public Private R D Collaborations or Digital Basics for Cable TV Systems

2009-02-15T16:17:00.000-08:00

International Public/Private R & D Collaborations: Focus on EU/US Government-University-Industry Research and Technology Development Partnerships

Author: Elias G Carayannis

The book reviews the scale, scope and intensity of cross-national, cross-sectoral research collaboration through the analysis of historical data on co-authorship of scientific publications. The authors look at the pre-existing literature, conduct their own studies and conclude by discussing significant trends and patterns and their implications for further research into these types of collaborations.

Go to: Naked Public Square or The Broken Branch

Digital Basics for Cable TV Systems

Author: Jeffrey L Thomas

Make the transition to digital CATV: the complete, easy-to-read guide!

Cable TV is rapidly moving from the familiar world of analog signals to a new digital world where yesterday's rules for optimizing performance no longer apply. If you install, upgrade, or maintain digital or mixed digital/analog systems, Digital Basics for Cable Television Systems is your complete guide to this new world. Friendly and authoritative, it's all you need to know to deliver digital services with maximum quality and reliability.

Simple fundamentals of digital signals and transport.
How digital signals differ from analog signals.
Complete coverage of digital testing and proof-of-performance.
Key digital measurement techniques, including the use of a spectrum analyzer.
Digital signal composition features, such as adaptive equalization, error correction, and compression.

With this book's simple illustrations, definitions and examples, you'll find it easy to master key digital CATV concepts such as layering, modulation and multiplexing. You'll learn how to measure digital signal power and burst power, and the impact of distortion, noise and interference on digital signals.

Digital Basics for Cable Television Systems is also a great reference, with a convenient glossary of digital terminology, a performance measurement map, a test equipment survey, exercises with answers, and much more. Whether you're a technician or an engineer, this book will help you maximize your digital system's performance - and your own.

Booknews

Introduces the fundamentals of digital technology, system integration, and quality parameters as they relate to the delivery of digital video over cable and optical fiber systems. The authors also explain how to make realistic measurements on digital systems in a cable system and recognize the symptoms of trouble caused by digital signals in an analog environment. Intended for cable, telephony, and radio frequency and optical fiber system technicians and engineers. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

	Preface
Ch. 1	Digital Signal Measurement Guidelines	1
Ch. 2	Modulation and Frequency Management	15
Ch. 3	How an Analog Wave Becomes Digital Data	33
Ch. 4	Distributing, Layering, and Multiplexing	53
Ch. 5	Introduction to Digital Modulation Formats	67
Ch. 6	Viewing Digital Modulation	77
Ch. 7	Error Correction, Equalization, and Compression	99
Ch. 8	Digital Signal Quality	127
Ch. 9	Average Power Measurements	155
Ch. 10	Peak, Peak-to-Average, and Burst Power Measurements	191
Ch. 11	Distortion, Noise, and Interference	211
	App. A - Glossary	231
App. B	Performance and Measurement Map	247
App. C	Equipment for Testing Digital Signals in Cable TV Systems	251
	App. D - Answers to Chapter Questions	261
	App. E - Collected Bibliography	273
	Index	277

Ethics and Technology or Secrets of Video Blogging

2009-02-12T08:12:00.000-08:00

Ethics and Technology: Ethical Issues in an Age of Information and Communication Technology

Author: Herman T Tavani

"Herman Tavani has written an excellent introduction to the field of cyberethics. . . . We need a good book in cyberethics to deal with the present and prepare us for an uncertain future. Tavani's Ethics and Technology is such a book."
--from the foreword by James Moor, Dartmouth College

Is there privacy in a world of camera phones and wireless networking?
Does technology threaten your civil liberties?
How will bioinformatics and nanotechnology affect us?
Should you worry about equity and access in a globalized economy?

From privacy and security to free speech and intellectual property to globalization and outsourcing, the issues and controversies of the information age are serious, complex, and pervasive.

In this new edition of his groundbreaking book, Herman Tavani introduces computer professionals to the emerging field of Cyberethics, the interdisciplinary field of study that addresses these new ethical issues from all perspectives: technical, social, and philosophical. Using fascinating real-world examples--including the latest court decisions in such cases as Verizon v. RIAA, MGM v. Grokster, Google versus the Bush Administration, and the Children's Online Pornography Act (CIPA) --as well as hypothetical scenarios, he shows you how to understand and analyze the practical, moral, and legal issues that impact your work and your life. Tavani discusses such cutting-edge areas as:
* Globalization and outsourcing
* Property rights and open source software
* HIPAA (privacy laws) and surveillance
* The Patriot Act and civil liberties
* Bioinformatics and genomics research
* Converging technologies--pervasive computing andnanocomputing
* Children's online pornography laws

Updating and expanding upon the previous edition, Ethics and Technology, Second Edition provides a much-needed ethical compass to help computer and non-computer professionals alike navigate the challenging waters of cyberspace.

About the Author

Herman T. Tavani is Professor of Philosophy at Rivier College and Co-Director of the International Society for Ethics and Information Technology (INSEIT). He is the author, editor, or co-editor of five books on ethical aspects of information technology.

wiley.com/college/tavani

Secrets of Video Blogging

Author: Michael Verdi

Here’s the perfect introduction to the art of the videoblog, or vlog,
whatever your subject. Filled with both technical and creative tips, this
fun, fast, full-color guide provides everything you need to get started
vlogging. You’ll learn:

• How to find and keep track of your favorite videoblogs
• How to create your own vlog under Windows or Mac OS X
• Where to find free vlog-hosting services
• Tips on lighting, shooting, sound, and video compression for vlogs
• Where to download free, legal music for your vlog
• How to build an audience with RSS feeds
• And many more insider secrets

Vlogging pioneers Michael Verdi and Ryanne Hodson are co-founders of NO
DE101, an international network of videoblog classrooms, and FreeVlog.org,
NO DE101’s online equivalent. Verdi also vlogs at www.michaelverdi.com,
while Hodson produces vlogs at http://ryanedit.blogspot.com and
http://revlog.blogspot.com.

Video training pioneers Diana Weynand and Shirley Craig are co-owners of
Weynand Training International, an Apple Authorized Training Center that
provides training services to the entertainment industry. They vlog at
www.weynand.blogspot.com.

Modeling with Technology or ABAP Objects

2009-02-11T04:01:00.000-08:00

Modeling with Technology: Mindtools for Conceptual Change

Author: David H Jonassen

This book provides a thorough explanation of MindtoolsM197>alternative ways of using computer applications to engage learners in constructive, higher-order thinking about specific areas of study. It presents a rationale for using these tools, discusses individual Mindtools and their use, and suggests effective ways to teach with each Mindtool. Weaves a critical thinking framework throughout the text. Expands coverage of systems modeling tools with new sections on analysis and reasoning. Adds an entirely new section of the book, which includes chapters on intentional information searching via Internet and visualization tools. For educators and school administrators.

Ch. 1	Meaningful learning : conceptual change and development	3
Ch. 2	Model building with mindtools	12
Ch. 3	Assessing learning by modeling	27
Ch. 4	Modeling domain knowledge	39
Ch. 5	Modeling systems	47
Ch. 6	Modeling problems	54
Ch. 7	Modeling experiences : capturing and indexing stories	71
Ch. 8	Modeling thinking by building cognitive simulations	81
Ch. 9	Modeling with databases	91
Ch. 10	Modeling with semantic networks : building concept maps	101
Ch. 11	Modeling with spreadsheets	117
Ch. 12	Modeling with expert systems	133
Ch. 13	Modeling with systems and population dynamics tools	149
Ch. 14	Modeling with teachable agents and direct manipulation environments	166
Ch. 15	Modeling with visualization tools	177
Ch. 16	Modeling with hypermedia	185
Ch. 17	Modeling with structured computer conferences	194

Look this: Fine Embellishment Techniques or Better Eyesight

ABAP Objects: Introduction to Programming SAP Applications with CD-ROM

Author: Horst Keller

ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming) is a powerful programming language created specifically for developing SAP applications. ABAP Objects is the new object-oriented generation of this language, designed to respond to the needs of SAP's future strategies and environments.

Written by two leading experts and approved by SAP's ABAP Language Group, ABAP Objects provides an in-depth and comprehensive introduction to SAP application programming for Release 4.6. The focus is on ABAP Objects, which is treated here not as an add-on, but as an integral part of the ABAP language. An indispensable guide for novice and experienced programmers alike, ABAP Objects includes coverage of these essential topics:

The new ABAP Workbench and the most important features of the ABAP language.
The fundamentals of ABAP programming, including the ABAP runtime environment.
The core ABAP language elements.
The two ABAP programming models - classical and object-oriented - and their relevant statements.
Advanced concepts of OO programming with ABAP Objects.
Programming the SAP user interface.
Database access with OpenSQL.
ABAP glossary and a complete list of system fields.

The book also includes two CDs carrying a fully operational SAP Basis System, and containing all the example programs from the book.

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Booknews

With a focus on ABAP Objects, this textbook introduces SAP programming, with attention to ABAP workbench, programming basics, the runtime environment, core language elements, classical and object- oriented models, OO programming, and database access. A glossary and a list of system fields are included. Two companion CDs contain a fully operational SAP Basis System and all the example programs used in the text. Keller is a programmer with SAP, and Krüger is a consultant. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Advanced Flash Interface Design or Introduction to AutoCAD 2009

2009-02-09T23:49:00.000-08:00

Advanced Flash Interface Design

Author: Michael Kemper

As a competent Flash designer, youre probably comfortable with all of the basics that Flash has to offer. However, youve probably looked at some of the amazing Flash sites on the web and thought, "How'd they do that?" Well, youll find out in this book.
Flash allows users to create some amazing interactive interfaces to interact with Rich Internet Applications, eLearning systems, and simple web sites. In this book, two of the most talented Flash designers in the world will show you how to use them effectively to create breathtaking visuals for your Flash web sites. You'll also learn how to take advantage of Flash's powerful built-in vector-based drawing tools.
The authors discuss general background theory, such as site planning, color theory, and Information architecture. They reveal techniques using gradents, layers, lighting and shadowing, 3D objects, animation, and photo editing. Techniques are illustrated and the book concludes with a discussion of usability and final tweaks. There is also a tutorial on testing your work, and exporting and finally publishing it.
Summary of contents:

Chapter 1 Flash Overview
Chapter 2 Creating Usable and Innovative Experiences
Chapter 3 Interface Designers Guide to Color
Chapter 4 Planning Your Interface Design
Chapter 5 Vector Drawing and Effects in Flash and Illustrator
Chapter 6 Understanding the Timeline and Layers
Chapter 7 Working with 3D Vectors
Chapter 8 Using Video in Flash
Chapter 9 Photoshop Techniques
Chapter 10 Moving from Photoshop to Flash and Effective PNGs
Chapter 11 Creating Animated Effects
Chapter 12Flash Textures
Chapter 13 Photo Editing in Photoshop and Flash
Chapter 14 Finishing Off Your Site

Look this: La Nueva Administración de Personal Pública

Introduction to AutoCAD 2009: A Modern Perspective

Author: Paul Richard

This modern book addresses advances in technology and introduces students to 2- dimensional drawing skills and commands using the current release of AutoCAD. It continuously builds on concepts covered in previous chapters, contains exercises combined with in-text notes, and offers examples that provide the “how and why” of AutoCAD fundamentals. Projects are included at the end of each chapter and provide hands-on experience creating various types of mechanical, architectural, civil and electrical drawings. Engineers. Designers. Anyone interested in learning or involved with AutoCAD.

Physical Database Design or Computer Viruses for Dummies

2009-02-08T19:38:00.000-08:00

Physical Database Design: The Database Professional's Guide to Exploiting Indexes, Views, Storage, and More

Author: Sam S Lightston

The rapidly increasing volume of information contained in relational databases places a strain on databases, performance, and maintainability: DBAs are under greater pressure than ever to optimize database structure for system performance and administration.

Physical Database Design discusses the concept of how physical structures of databases affect performance, including specific examples, guidelines, and best and worst practices for a variety of DBMSs and configurations. Something as simple as improving the table index design has a profound impact on performance. Every form of relational database, such as Online Transaction Processing (OLTP), Enterprise Resource Management (ERP), Data Mining (DM), or Management Resource Planning (MRP), can be improved using the methods provided in the book.

· The first complete treatment on physical database design, written by the authors of the seminal, Database Modeling and Design: Logical Design, 4th edition.
· Includes an introduction to the major concepts of physical database design as well as detailed examples, using methodologies and tools most popular for relational databases today: Oracle, DB2 (IBM), and SQL Server (Microsoft).
· Focuses on physical database design for exploiting B+tree indexing, clustered indexes, multidimensional clustering (MDC), range partitioning, shared nothing partitioning, shared disk data placement, materialized views, bitmap indexes, automated design tools, and more!

1 Introduction to Physical Database Design
2 Basic Indexing Methods
3 Query Optimization and Plan Selection
4 Selecting Indexes
5 Selecting Materialized Views
6 Shared-nothing Partitioning
7 Range Partitioning
8 Multidimensional Clustering
9 The Interdependence Problem
10 Counting and Data Sampling in Physical Design Exploration
11 Query Execution Plans and Physical Design
12 Automated Physical Database Design
13 Down to the Metal: Server Resources and Topology
14 Physical Design for Decision Support, Warehousing, and OLAP
15 Denormalization
16 Distributed Data Allocation Appendix A A Simple Performance Model for Databases Appendix B Technical Comparison of DB2 HADR with Oracle Data Guard for Database Disaster Recovery

Computer Viruses for Dummies (Dummies Series)

Author: Peter H Gregory

Computer viruses—just the thought of your trusty PC catching one is probably enough to make you sick. Thanks to the cyber-sickies who persist in coming up with new strains, there’s a major new cyberattack nearly every day. Viruses sneak in, usually through e-mail.

Fortunately, there are ways to inoculate and protect your computer. Computer Viruses For Dummies helps you:

• Understand the risks and analyze your PC’s current condition

• Select, install, and configure antivirus software

• Scan your computer and e-mail

• Rid your computer of viruses it’s already caught

• Update antivirus software and install security patches

• Use firewalls and spyware blockers

• Protect handheld PDAs from viruses

• Adopt safe computing practices, especially with e-mail and when you’re surfing the Net

Written by Peter H. Gregory, coauthor of CISSP For Dummies and Security + For Dummies, Computer Viruses For Dummies goes beyond viruses to explain other nasty computer infections like Trojan horses, HiJackers, worms, phishing scams, spyware, and hoaxes. It also profiles major antivirus software to help you choose the best program(s) for your needs.

Remember, if you don’t protect your computer, not only do you risk having your computer infiltrated and your data contaminated, you risk unknowingly transmitting a virus, worm, or other foul computer germ to everybody in your address book! This guide will help you properly immunize your PC with antivirus software now and install updates and securitypatches that are like booster shots to keep your software protected against new viruses.

Illustrator CS4 Bible or Understanding Net

2009-02-07T15:26:00.000-08:00

Illustrator CS4 Bible

Author: Ted Alspach

The ultimate comprehensive guide to everything from drawing basics to advanced techniques

Adobe expert Ted Alspach reveals the latest on Illustrator CS4’s new features and thoroughly explains how to integrate Illustrator with the rest of Creative Suite 4
Teaches you step-by-step how to create designs that work beautifully, whether in print or online
Covers the basics of drawing, painting, coloring, and uncoloring
Offers essential tips for mastering paths, masks, blends, patterns, transparency, and type
Introduces you to enhanced Smart Guides and a new Crop Area tool
Demonstrates how to work in multiple pages with CS4’s new Artboard tool
Packed with practical tips and tricks to improve designs and conquer the Web with scripts and online design techniques

New interesting textbook: Comportamento organizzativo ed amministrazione nell'applicazione di legge

Understanding .Net: Second Edition (Independent Technology Guides Series)

Author: David Chappell

Microsoft's .NET is revolutionizing Windows-based software development. Since its initial release in 2002, .NET has changed significantly, becoming the foundation for a new generation of Windows applications. The .NET Framework and Visual Studio, the two core aspects of this initiative, provide a multilanguage environment in which developers can create Web services, graphical user interfaces, and other kinds of applications. Taken as a whole, the .NET technologies have changed the way nearly every Windows application is built.

Now fully updated for version 2.0 of the .NET Framework and Visual Basic 2005, Understanding .NET, Second Edition, is a concise guide to the landscape of Windows development. Margin notes, detailed diagrams, and lucid writing make this book easy to read and navigate, while analysis sections explore controversial issues and address common concerns. David Chappell's independent perspective and straightforward descriptions clarify both how the .NET technologies work and how they can be used.

Coverage includes

An overview of .NET and its goals
The Common Language Runtime (CLR)
The .NET languages, including C#, Visual Basic, and C++
The .NET Framework class library
Building Web Applications with ASP.NET
Accessing Data with ADO.NET
.NET framework integration with SQL Server 2005

The key to using a new technology is to understand the fundamentals. This book provides the robust foundation developers and technical managers need to make the right decisions and maximize the potential of this revolutionary framework.

Adobe Flash CS3 Professional on Demand or The Complete Guide to Digital Color Correction

2009-02-06T11:15:00.000-08:00

Adobe Flash CS3 Professional on Demand

Author: Andy Anderson

This book uses real world examples to give you a context in which to perform a task. This book also includes workshops to help you put together individual tasks into projects. The Flash example files that you need for project tasks are available at www.perspection.com.

Perspection has written and produced books on a variety of computer software, including Adobe Flash 8, Adobe Photoshop CS3 and CS2, Adobe Dreamweaver CS3, Microsoft Office 2007 and 2003, Microsoft Windows Vista and XP, Microsoft Expression Web, and Apple Mac OS X Panther. Perspection was founded in 1991, and is committed to providing information and training to help people use software more effectively. Perspection has written more than 80 computer books, and sold more than 5 million copies.

Interesting book: Globalization and New Geographies of Conservation or Economic Concepts for the Social Sciences

The Complete Guide to Digital Color Correction

Author: Michael Walker

There's no more comprehensive and invaluable guide to the use and control of color in digital photography, and print, Web, and multimedia design. This volume brings a fresh perspective
to common color problems, explaining exactly how we see color, what the differences are between human and camera perception, and how to work with a color wheel. There's a full discussion of display issues, including monitor calibration and resolution, color palettes, and consistency across varying platforms, operating systems, and software. A skills "toolkit" provides a detailed look at both computer hardware and image-editing software, and a hands-on workshop provides lessons in adjusting skin tones, retouching and restoring archived photos, and dealing with landscapes, fashion, still lifes, and more.

There's no more comprehensive and invaluable guide to the use and control of color in digital photography, and print, Web, and multimedia design. This volume brings a fresh perspective to common color problems, explaining exactly how we see color, what the differences are between human and camera perception, and how to work with a color wheel. There's a full discussion of display issues, including monitor calibration and resolution, color palettes, and consistency across varying platforms, operating systems, and software. A skills "toolkit" provides a detailed look at both computer hardware and image-editing software, and a hands-on workshop provides lessons in adjusting skin tones, retouching and restoring archived photos, and dealing with landscapes, fashion, still lifes, and more.

High Tech Crimes Revealed or InDesign CS CS2 Killer Tips

2009-02-05T07:03:00.000-08:00

High-Tech Crimes Revealed: Cyberwar Stories from the Digital Front

Author: Steven Branigan

Stories about hacking, stolen credit card numbers, computer viruses, and identity theft are all around us, but what do they really mean to us? The goal of this book, quite simply, is to help educate people on the issues with high-tech crimes.

High-Tech Crimes Revealed: Cyberwar Stories from the Digital Front demystifies the risks and realities of high-tech crimes. Demystifying these crimes and raising the awareness of users of technology will make people smarter and safer, and that will make all of us safer in the long run.

Steven Branigan shares the inside details of real cases he worked on in his various roles in law-enforcement, information technology, and security. The result is a comprehensive, accessible look at how digital crimes are discovered, what techniques the criminals use and why, and (in some cases) how they can be brought to justice.

Inside, you'll find extensive information on

Actual hacker investigations, including the harm caused and how the criminals were tracked and caught
The ins and outs of identity theft, a rapidly growing crime with potential for serious damage
Using the criminology and psychology of hackers to detect and deter attacks
The risks associated with various technologies
Do's and don'ts for high-tech criminal investigations

This easily understandable book will take you beyond hearing about high-tech crimes to actually understanding how and why they happen—and what can be done to protect yourself.

"Most books on this topic impart knowledge in the form of techniques and methods. This book differs in that it impartsSteven Branigan's experience in the field, and real case studies in which problems are framed and effective solutions are crafted. In this respect this book imparts not only knowledge, but Steve's experience and wisdom as well."

—Mike Tarrani, Independent Consultant

"Steven Branigan provides a gripping account of what's involved in investigating computer crime. I strongly recommend this book to any security practitioner or anyone with an interest in computer security."

—Michael Nickle, Lead Consultant, VeriSign

"Being on the inside of several high-tech busts has given Steven Branigan the ability to make this book intriguing enough to keep high-tech types interested, while also doing a superb job of demystifying these real-life cases in a way that anyone can read and enjoy."

—David Kensiski, Director of Operations, InfiniRoute Networks

"The modern high-tech industry brought new things to our lives. Buying a book, selling a car, or robbing a bank has never been so easy. Why is that? You've got to read this book to find out!"

—Denis Scherbakov, Systems Administrator, MCSA: Security, MCSA, MCP, Security+Atlant Telecom, ISP

"Steven Branigan has been deeply involved with many real incidents of high-tech crimes—some of them I know of are too sensitive to disclose by name. Yet, High-Tech Crimes Revealed gives outsiders an opportunity to find out what actually takes place in this often-misunderstood field. By combining his powerful knowledge of computers and technology with the legal and behavioral considerations that are overlooked by those less experienced, Branigan demonstrates just how much private industry and government need to cooperate in order to find the facts and identify criminals. While his topic is deadly-serious, he conveys his riveting stories with humor and distills observations into clearly understood rules that we all should know as we go about our lives."

—Ed Stroz, Former Supervisory Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Computer Crime Squad in New York and President of Stroz Friedberg LLC

"Steven brings us behind the scenes of some very exciting hacker investigations and interviews, and tells the stories like few others. This book is an exciting read because he describes the people and their actions, showing us how these new-age crimes can affect all of us."

—Steve Jurvetson, Managing Director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson

"Finally, real-life credible stories that deliver first-hand accounts of tactical and strategic high-tech operations. This book is a rare look into what goes on behind the scenes. Take a front row seat with the author as he brings you into a world few have seen."

—Bob Weaver, Retired Deputy Special Agent in Charge, Criminal Investigative Division, U.S. Secret Service, Washington, D.C.

"Steve's intellect and real-world experience in criminal investigations, forensic analysis, and security principles is evident on every page. Sprinkle in some sound advice and a bit of humor and you have a book that is interesting, informative, and most of all, useful. I highly recommend it."

—Fred Staples, Retired Director of Computer and Network Security Consulting for Telcordia Technologies

"This book details story after story of computer crimes and identity theft. The best way to prevent yourself from being a victim is to take these narratives to heart."

—Ben Rothke, Senior Security Consultant, ThruPoint Inc.

Book review: Second Helping of Murder or Technology of Cheesemaking

InDesign CS/CS2 Killer Tips

Author: Scott Kelby

If you've wondered how the InDesign pros get twice the work done in half the time, here's the answer: They know every inside tip, every hidden keyboard shortcut, and every little trick that gives them the edge. They know the fastest, smartest, and most efficient way to do just about everything. In short, they know all the "tricks of the trade." And now, you can too.

This book is packed cover-to-cover, wall-to-wall with nothing but those cool little inside tips that can make you faster, better, and have more fun using Adobe InDesign CS2. There are no detailed descriptions on working with hyphenation dictionaries, or long boring discussions on color workflow, it's just tips--short, sweet, and to the point.

So why just tips? When we (you, me, etc.) look at books, if we see the word "Tip" we're all immediately drawn to it. That's because we know we're about to learn something really cool. Maybe it's an undocumented keyboard shortcut, a hidden inside secret, or just a faster, better way to do something we do every day. The only problem with the tips in these books is there's never enough of 'em. That is, until now.

We wanted to create a book that is nothing but these tips, hundreds of tips, but with the added bonus that each tip would have a full color graphic along with it, showing you exactly how it's done. Most importantly, to get in this book they've got to be "Killer Tips." The kind of tip that makes you smile, nod, and then call all your friends and "tune them up" with your new status as InDesign guru.

This book is your ticket to working faster and smarter in Adobe InDesign CS2 than you ever thought you could, and best of all, you'll have a blast doingit.

Ch. 1	Who's zoomin' who : navigating and other essentials	1
Ch. 2	Stereo type : tweakin' your text	25
Ch. 3	Color blind : working with color	59
Ch. 4	Drawing fire : drawing with InDesign	81
Ch. 5	Turn the page : working with pages	95
Ch. 6	Contains graphic images : working with graphics	121
Ch. 7	Cool Hand Luke : way-cool tips	151
Ch. 8	Hidden treasure : little-known features	163
Ch. 9	Portable people : making PDFs	181
Ch. 10	Waiting tables : working with tables	199
Ch. 11	Blue prints : printing and the Creative Suite	213
Ch. 12	New attitude : what's new in InDesign CS2	231

Essential ASPNET 20 or Risk Management for Security Professionals

2009-02-04T02:52:00.000-08:00

Essential ASP.NET 2.0

Author: Fritz Onion

"No one knows ASP.NET like Fritz Onion. And no one knows .NET security like Keith Brown. Combine the two and what do you get? The most comprehensive and enlightening book on ASP.NET 2.0 industrywide. I'm sure you'll find the book you're holding was worth every penny."

--Aaron Skonnard, member of technical staff and cofounder, Pluralsight

"Essential ASP.NET 2.0 gets under the hood and dismantles the engine before your eyes. Fritz and Keith understand that we as developers need to understand how it works and this book does exactly that. Their explanation of the ASP.NET 2.0 page event sequence is worth the price of the book alone."

--Shawn Wildermuth, Microsoft MVP (C#), "The ADO Guy"

"Essential ASP.NET 2.0 is an incredibly useful must-read for any developer.Many books drag you through theory and mindless detail, but this one actually sets up the problems you may encounter with ASP.NET 2.0 and rolls out the alternatives."

--Patrick Hynds, Microsoft Regional Director and President, CriticalSites

"This book is essential for any ASP.NET developer moving from version 1.x to 2.0. Onion and Brown not only cover the new features, but provide a wealth of insight and detail about how to use them effectively."

--Ron Petrusha, author of Visual Basic 2005: The Complete Reference

"Drawing on their deep technical knowledge and real-world experience, Fritz and Keith take the reader into some of the less explored and much improved areas of ASP.NET such as diagnostics and state management and performance. Readers will turn to this book over and over again."

--JohnTimney, Microsoft MVP, Senior Web Services Consultant,British Telecom

"Fritz and Keith, both established developers and writers in our industry, have succeeded again--enlightening us on the latest advancements found in ASP.NET 2.0. If you're new to ASP.NET or a seasoned veteran, you'll benefit tremendously from their overview, analysis, and sample code."

--Joe "MSJoe" Flanigen

"This book seeks not only to explain how to effectively build Web sites with ASP.NET, it also gives the reader an idea of how the process works. This insight is essential to creating applications that work with the infrastructure rather than fighting it."

--Justin Burtch, Vice President, Newbrook Solutions

Essential ASP.NET 2.0 is the Microsoft developer's definitive reference for ASP.NET 2.0 programming. It covers all you need to know to build robust, well-designed Web applications with ASP.NET 2.0, Visual Studio 2005, and .NET 2.0. ASP.NET MVP Fritz Onion and Developer Security MVP Keith Brown draw on their unparalleled experience working with ASP.NET 2.0 and teaching it to professional developers. From data binding to security, UIs to performance, they demystify ASP.NET 2.0's most difficult areas, and introduce little-known techniques for leveraging it to the fullest.

The perfect companion to his previous classic, Essential ASP.NET with Examples in C#, Essential ASP.NET 2.0 offers hundreds of new C# examples that illuminate today's best Web development practices. (Both C# and VB 2005 versions of all code examples can be downloaded from the companion Web site.)

Topics explored in-depth include:

Application architecture
Code behind
Master pages
Themes and skins
Navigation controls
Data binding
State management
Security
Web Parts
Diagnostics
Performance optimization
Asynchronous tasks and pages

Simply put, if you want to design and build better ASP.NET 2.0 Web applications, Essential ASP.NET 2.0 delivers everything you need: insider's knowledge, proven best practices, and outstanding code samples.

Book about: The Computer Music Tutorial or Designing Sociable Robots

Risk Management for Security Professionals

Author: Carl Roper

This book describes the risk management methodology as a specific process, a theory, or a procedure for determining your assets, vulnerabilities, and threats and how security professionals can protect them.
Risk Management for Security Professionals is a practical handbook for security managers who need to learn risk management skills. It goes beyond the physical security realm to encompass all risks to which a company may be exposed. Risk Management as presented in this book has several goals:
Provides standardized common approach to risk management through a framework that effectively links security strategies and related costs to realistic threat assessment and risk levels
Offers flexible yet structured framework that can be applied to the risk assessment and decision support process in support of your business or organization
Increases awareness in terms of potential loss impacts, threats and vulnerabilities to organizational assets
Ensures that various security recommendations are based on an integrated assessment of loss impacts, threats, vulnerabilities and resource constraints

Risk management is essentially a process methodology that will provide a cost-benefit payback factor to senior management.

Provides a stand-alone guide to the risk management process

Helps security professionals learn the risk countermeasures and their pros and cons

Addresses a systematic approach to logical decision-making about the allocation of scarce security resources

Booknews

Goes beyond the physical security realm to encompass all risks to which a company may be exposed, and provides a systematic approach to acquiring and analyzing information necessary to support decision- makers in protection of assets and allocation of security resources. Offers recommendations for managers who are responsible for accepting risks and planning and funding security programs, and illustrates situational solutions for classified or unclassified government and civilian environments. Includes forms, assessment sheets, and checklists. The author is a consultant in the field. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

MPLS Configuration on Cisco IOS or Yakuza Official Strategy Guide

2009-02-02T22:39:00.000-08:00

MPLS Configuration on Cisco IOS

Author: Umesh Lakshman

A complete configuration manual for MPLS, MPLS VPNs, MPLS TE, QoS, Any Transport over MPLS (AToM), and VPLS

Understand the crucial Cisco commands for various MPLS scenarios
Understand fundamentals of MPLS operation and learn to configure basic MPLS in Frame Relay and ATM-based environments
Master fundamentals of MPLS VPN operation including Multiprotocol BGP (MBGP) operation, VPNv4 route exchange, and basic MPLS VPN configuration in the provider network
Understand and configure various PE-CE routing protocols in MPLS VPN networks
Understand MPLS VPN provisioning in an Inter-provider VPN (Inter-AS) and Carrier Supporting Carrier (CSC) environment
Learn MPLS TE and its advanced features
Examine AToM with configuration examples for like-to-like and any-to-any L2 VPN implementations and VPLS components and operation, VPLS configuration and verification, and VPLS topologies
Learn about MPLS QoS, including configuration and implementation of uniform and short pipe modes

MPLS Configuration on Cisco IOS Software is a complete and detailed resource to the configuration of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) networks and associated features. Through its practical, hands-on approach, you’ll become familiar with MPLS technologies and their configurations using Cisco IOS® Software.

MPLS Configuration on Cisco IOS Software covers basic-to-advanced MPLS concepts and configuration. Beyond its emphasis on MPLS, you’ll learn about applications and deployments associated with MPLS, such as traffic engineering (TE), Layer 2 virtual private networks (VPN), andVirtual Private LAN Service (VPLS). You’ll receive practical guidance and deployment scenarios that can be enhanced by re-creation of the setups and configurations demonstrated within this book.

You’ll move quickly from a brief overview of MPLS technology and basic MPLS configuration on Cisco® routers to more advanced topics. Several chapters provide instruction on VPN connectivity options, including implementing Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) in MPLS VPNs. You’ll receive configuration guidelines for advanced MPLS implementations such as MPLS TE, quality of service (QoS), and extranet VPNs. You’ll learn about implementation of Layer 2 VPNs versus Layer 3 VPNs with Cisco Any Transport over MPLS (AToM). And you’ll see demonstrations of implementing VPLS on Cisco routers complete with the configurations and platform support.

“I highly recommend MPLS Configuration on Cisco IOS Software as required reading for those in search of practical guidance of the technology and nuances of configuring MPLS for next-generation networks for voice, video, data, and application service offerings across a wide variety of deployment scenarios.”

–Carlos Dominguez, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Service Provider Operations, Cisco Systems®

This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press®, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers.

Books about: Perfect Pasta and Pizza or the Sourdough Bread Bowl Cookbook

Yakuza Official Strategy Guide

Author: BradyGames

BradyGames’ Yakuza Official Strategy Guide includes the following:

A complete walkthrough of the entire game.
In-depth area maps.
Detailed listing of items and equipment.
Expert boss strategies.

Platform: PlayStation 2
Genre: Action/AdventureThis product is available for sale in North America only.

Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 or Thinking for a Living

2009-02-01T18:27:00.000-08:00

Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003: Comprehensive Concepts and Techniques, Co

Author: Gary B Shelly

For the past three decades, the Shelly Cashman Series® has effectively introduced computers to millions of students, consistently providing the highest quality, most up-to-date, and innovative materials in computer education. Enjoy the proven step-by-step style and improved office 2003 updates of the Shelly Cashman Series® Power Point 2003 textbook to enhance your Office application skills today!

1. Using a Design Template and Text Slide Layout to Create a Presentation
2. Using the Outline Tab and Clip Art to Create a Slide Show Web Feature: Creating a Presenation on the Web Using PowerPoint
3. Using Visuals to Enhance a Slide Show
4. Modifying Visual Elements and Presentation Formats Collaboration Feature: Delivering Presentations to and Collaborating with Workgroups
5. Working with Macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
6. Creating a Self-Running Presentation Containing Shapes Online Feature: Importing Templates and Clips from the Office Online Web Site
Appendices A: Microsoft PowerPoint Help System B: Speech and Handwriting Recognition C: Publishing Office Web Pages to a Web Server D: Changing Screen Resolution and Resetting the PowerPoint Toolbars and Menus E: Microsoft Office Specialist Certification

New interesting book: Supervolcano or The Politically Incorrect Guide to English and American Literature

Thinking for a Living: How to Get Better Performance and Results from Knowledge Workers

Author: Thomas H Davenport

What Every Company Must Know About Knowledge Workers and How To Manage Them

Knowledge workers create the innovations and strategies that keep their firms competitive and the economy healthy. Yet companies continue to manage this new breed of employee with techniques designed for the Industrial Age. As this critical sector of the workforce continues to increase in size and importance, that's a mistake that could cost companies their future.

Thomas Davenport argues that knowledge workers are vastly different from other types of workers in their motivations, attitudes, and need for autonomy-and so they require different management techniques to improve their performance and productivity. Based on extensive research involving over one hundred companies and more than six hundred knowledge workers, Thinking for a Living provides rich insights into how knowledge workers think, how they accomplish tasks, and what motivates them to excel. Davenport identifies four major categories of knowledge workers and presents a unique framework for matching specific types of workers with the management strategies that yield the greatest performance.

Written by the field's premier thought leader, Thinking for a Living reveals how to maximize the brain power that fuels organizational success.

Author Bio: Thomas Davenport holds the President's Chair in Information Technology and Management at Babson College. He is Director of Research for Babson Executive Education, an Accenture Fellow, and author, coauthor, or editor of nine books, including Working Knowledge: How Organizations Manage What They Know (HBS Press, 1997).

The Little Mac Book Tiger Edition or Geek Silicon Valley

2009-01-31T14:14:00.000-08:00

The Little Mac Book, Tiger Edition

Author: Robin Williams

Adopting a back-to-the-basics approach, this best-selling little Mac classic has been revised and overhauled to introduce users to Tiger, Apple's newest version of its revolutionary operating system.

In the gentle, friendly, funny style that generations of computer users have come to know and love, author Robin Williams shows readers how to dive in and start working with the Mac and OS X 10.4 Tiger. Readers will learn how to find their way around the interface; use the desktop, Dock, Finder, and icons; control the mouse; manipulate windows; search with Tiger's new Spotlight feature; save and print documents; and more.

Using straightforward, jargon-free explanations delivered in logical, easy-to-follow sections, Robin is a new user's personal guide, coaching and encouraging users as they learn their way around the magic of the Mac.

Book review: Urban Picnic or Why Some Like It Hot

Geek Silicon Valley: A Circuitry of Places and People--And the Stories That Created Today's High-Tech Lifestyle

Author: Ashlee Vanc

Silicon Valley veterans and newbies alike will want to explore this book that delves into the rich history behind the region that birthed the world's most important industry. Technology journalist Ashlee Vance has captured almost every aspect of the area stretching between San Francisco and San Jose, California, starting with the eager radio and electronics enthusiasts of the early 1900s and ending with the computing powerhouses of today such as Google and Apple. Along the way, the book profiles the people and places that have elevated Silicon Valley to an almost mythic pedestal.
This book delivers Silicon Valley, taking us from success story to failed startup and back again as we drive the roads from San Francisco to Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara and San Jose. It's full of profiles of the larger-than-life characters that pioneered the processor, computer, and Internet revolutions. The book's vibrant design includes "Silicon Valley Soundbytes" packed with insider information and trivia, and "Click Here" sidebars, which suggest places to eat, drink, and shop.

Place by place, readers get the inside scoop on all the addresses that count, which include Microsoft research centers; the headquarters of Google, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Sun Microsystems, and Oracle; research powerhouses such as Stanford University, NASA Ames, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; the Computer History Museum and The Tech Museum; the Shoreline Amphitheater; the Churchill Club; and many more.

Outline

Introduction: Shockley brings silicon to Silicon Valley

Chapter 1: Palo Alto and Menlo Park
· Federal Telegraph Company
· Stanford University/Stanford Research Park/The Stanford Dish/Silicon Valley Archives
· University Avenue and Stanford Shopping Center: collegiate eateries contrast with high-end mall
· Hewlett-Packard: HP history and background with headquarters address
· HP Garage: Thousands of people a year come by the house to try to see the garage, which a historic market designates as “Birthplace of Silicon Valley”
· Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC) – Menlo Park: Fun with high-energy physics. Provides tours daily and hosts thousands of visitors each year
· Xerox PARC (Palo Alto Research Center). Campus located on beautiful, hilly bit of land in Palo Alto.No tours, but it offers talks open to the public every Thursday.
· Sand Hill Road/3000 Sand Hill Road: Where everyone goes to get venture capitol
· SRI International, Menlo Park
· Fairchild Semiconductor

Chapter 2: Mountain View
Shockley Semiconductor Computer History MuseumFenwick & West quintessential SV law firmMicrosoft’s Silicon Valley Campus: SGI: Silicon GraphicsThe Stevens Creek Trail: NASA Ames: SETI Instituteetscape HQGoogle/Googleplex
Chapter 3: Santa Clara andSunnyvale
Intel/Intel Museum/Intel HeadquartersLockheed Martin SunnyvaleSun Microsystems/Sun’s Headquarters AMD Advanced Micro DeviceYahoo Sunnyvale
Chapter 4: San Jose
World’s First Broadcasting Station: KQWIBM’s Almaden Research Center/Magnetic Disk Heritage CenterSan Jose City HallSantana RoweBayWinchester Mystery House/Tours. Thousands go each yearSan Jose State UniversityPulgas Water TempleLick ObservatoryCisco Systems The Tech Museum of Innovationhildren’s Discovery Museum
Chapter 5: San Francisco
Green Street LabThe ExploratoriumThe Wave OrganThe Letterman Digital Arts CenterMoscone CenterThe MetreonCraigslist.orgGolden Gate Yacht ClubSilicon Justice: San Francisco’s courthousesElectronic Frontier FoundationMicrosoft Research CenterGenetechCalifornia Academy of SciencesBay Area Laboratory Co-operativeTechnology Publishers RowAT&T ParkMonster/Candlestick Park

Chapter 6: Out and About in Silicon Valley: The Surrounding Scene
Windy HillOracle, Redwood ShoresHiller Aviation Museum, San CarlosJoint Genome Institute, Walnut CreekAtari, SunnyvaleElectronic Arts, Redwood CityLawrence Livermore National Laboratory/Discovery CenterSandia National Laboratories, LivermoreExcite@HomeAlviso: Home of Tivo Drawbridge (ghost town)Apple Computer, Cupertino
Drive the Valley: Best Routes for Seeing it All

Suggested Reading

Surf the Valley

Index

Advanced VBScript for Microsoft Windows Administrators or Joel Whitburn Presents Songs and Artists

2009-01-30T10:03:00.000-08:00

Advanced VBScript for Microsoft Windows Administrators

Author: Don Jones

Get the in-depth guidance you need to take your Windows scripting skills to the next level. Enterprise-level Windows administrators who have experience with Windows scripting will learn advanced VBScript techniques, including Active Directory Service Interfaces (ADSI) and Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) scripting, security scripting, building hypertext applications for script graphical interfaces, remote scripting, database scripting, and scripting for Group Policy. You will continue to build your skills by creating scripts to work with Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Operations Manager, and Microsoft Virtual Server. Coverage also includes the latest scripting updates for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. Each chapter highlights powerful, ready-to-run, enterprise-level scripts, and the companion CD-ROM includes sample scripts and utilities to help you put your advanced scripting skills to work right away.

Interesting textbook: Malman Sugin Solomon and Heschs the Individual Tax Base or American Capitalism and the Changing Role of Government

Joel Whitburn Presents Songs and Artists: The Essential Music Guide for Your iPod and Other Portable Music Players

Author: Joel Whitburn

Be a song expert with this handy book from renowned archivists Record Research that lists all the significant songs and essential hits from 1955 to the present. Also included are recommended playlists of each half-decade's biggest hits, as well as compilation suggestions for many types of events, activities, and moods, including road trips, stadium/sports, weddings, workouts, Christmas, and much more. New categories this year includes Hot Video Clips and new artists that charted in 2006-07.

Going Digital or Total Global Strategy II

2009-01-29T05:51:00.000-08:00

Going Digital: Simple Tools and Techniques for Sharing and Enjoying Your Digital Photos and Home Movies

Author: Alex L Goldfayn

Get digital prints that look better than film, create amazing photo and video DVDs, and even learn to use your camera phone to its maximum potential with this non-technical, easy-to-understand guide

Imagine displaying your photos on your television in big-screen glory, set to your favorite music. Imagine digitizing your old home movies, editing out unwanted parts, and sharing them on DVDs. And imagine sharing photos and movies of your child's first steps moments after they happen -- online, over the cell phone, or even on an electronic picture frame half a world away.

With today's technology, all that is possible -- and more! Going Digital will arm you with the tools and techniques you need to share your digital memories with friends and family -- online and offline, on the computer, and in the living room. Written in down-to-earth language for people with all levels of technological knowledge, it's a user-friendly guide that will change your life -- and your family's.

New interesting textbook: Sociology or Outrage

Total Global Strategy II

Author: George S Yip

Written by the subject's leading academic authority on global strategy. George S. Yip, this edition of Total Global Strategy II addresses the most challenging task faced by multinational companies: how to deal with globalization and the resulting need for globally integrated strategies. Total Global Strategy II covers every aspect of global strategy and global integration and provides a systematic framework for evaluating which elements of strategy to globalize and by how much. This edition also contains numerous examples of global strategy and end-of-chapter questions.

Booknews

Yip (strategic and international management, London Business School) addresses global strategy and global integration challenges faced by multinational companies, and provides a systematic framework for evaluating which elements of strategy to globalize and by how much. This second edition reflects changes occurring in the field over the past 10 years, and contains examples of global strategy and chapter questions, plus worksheets for evaluating core strategy. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

	Preface to the Second Edition
	Preface to the First Edition
Ch. 1	Understanding Global Strategy	1
Ch. 2	Diagnosing Industry Globalization Potential	28
Ch. 3	Building Global Market Participation	64
Ch. 4	Designing Global Products and Services	90
Ch. 5	Locating Global Activities	107
Ch. 6	Creating Global Marketing	140
Ch. 7	Making Global Competitive Moves	171
Ch. 8	Building the Global Organization	182
Ch. 9	Regional Strategy	222
Ch. 10	Measuring Industry Drivers and Strategy Levers	238
Ch. 11	Conducting a Global Strategy Analysis	253
App	Worksheets for Evaluating Core Strategy	272
	Bibliography	276
	Company Name Index	287
	Subject Index	291
	Author Index	297

Everquest 2 or Getting to Know ArcView GIS

2009-01-28T01:39:00.000-08:00

Everquest 2: Kingdom of Sky: Prima Official Game Guide

Author: IMGS

Your Guide to the Highest Levels of Everquest II

· Detailed Kingdom of Sky maps and zone descriptions
· Complete tutorials & walkthroughs
· Redesigned class abilities, tactics & strategies
· Complete zone connection flowcharts
· All-new achievement system revealed

	Gazetteer	4
	Realm of Twilight	4
	Tenebrous Tangle notes	4
	Tenebrous Tangle quests	4
	Tenebrous Tangle map	5
	Halls of Seeing map	7
	Halls of Seeing notes	7
	Lyceum of Abhorrence notes	8
	Lyceum of Abhorrence map	8
	Sanctum of the Scaleborn notes	9
	Sanctum of the Scaleborn map	9
	Sanctum o.t. Scaleborn quests	10
	Temple of Scale map	11
	Temple of Scale notes	13
	Temple of Scale quests	13
	Realm of Dawn	13
	Barren Sky notes	13
	Barren Sky map	14
	Barren Sky quests	16
	Ascent of the Awakened map	15
	Ascent of the Awakened notes	18
	Nest of the Great Egg map	17
	Nest of the Great Egg notes	20
	Palace of the Awakened map	19
	Palace of the Awakened notes	20
	Palace of the Awakened quests	20
	Vaults of El'Arad map	21
	Vaults of El'Arad note	23
	Realm of Night	23
	The Bonemire notes	23
	The Bonemire quests	23
	The Bonemire map	24
	Blackscale Sepulcher map	25
	Blackscale Sepulcher notes	28
	Deathtoll map	26
	Deathtoll notes	28
	Den of the Devourer map	27
	Den of the Devourer notes	30
	Laboratory of Lord Vyemm map	29
	Laboratory of Lord Vyemm notes	30
	Upper Halls of Fate notes	30
	Upper Halls of Fate map	31
	Hallmark, Language, Miscellaneous Quests	32
	Zone Connection Charts	33
	Qeynos/Freeport	33
	Overland & Adventure Packs	34
	Desert of Flames	35
	Kingdom of Sky	35
	Races	36
	Race Highlights	36
	Barbarian	121
	Dark Elf	85
	Dwarf	129
	Erudite	149
	Froglok	36
	Gnome	145
	Half Elf	165
	Halfling	161
	High Elf	89
	Human	109
	Iksar	93
	Kerra	125
	Ogre	141
	Ratonga	105
	Troll	133
	Wood Elf	137
	The Queen's Colony	37
	Queen's Colony quests	38
	Queen's Colony map	39
	Outpost of the Overlord	43
	Outpost o.t. Overlord quests	44
	Outpost of the Overlord map	45
	Travel	48
	Mariner Bells	48
	Horses & Carpets	48
	Griffon Towers	48
	Voyage By Sea	49
	Desert of Flames	49
	Kingdom of Sky	49
	There and Back Again (changing recall points)	49
	Traits, Tactics, Training & Traditions	50
	Personal Traits	50
	Enemy Tactics	50
	Specialised Training	50
	Racial Traditions	50
	Experience, Mentoring & Death	51
	Soloing, Grouping & Raiding	52
	Heroic Opportunities	55
	Player vs. Player	58
	Arena Champions	60
	Battling as a PC	60
	Battling as an Arena Champion	60
	Arena Champion List	60
	Arena Awards	61
	Guilds	62
	Forming a Guild	62
	Ranks Within a Guild	62
	A Tale of Two Cities	62
	Guild Tool	62
	Guild Bank	63
	Basic Guild Commands	64
	Guild Levels, Writs & Status Points	64
	Guild Rewards	65
	Housing	66
	Access	66
	Visiting	66
	Customizing	66
	House Vaults	66
	Selling From Your Home	66
	Housing Costs & Features	67
	Moving to a New Home	68
	Pets	68
	Classes	69
	Spells & Combat Arts	70
	Costs	70
	Spell Versions & Upgrades	70
	Ranges (In General)	70
	Spell & Art Stats	70
	Adventuring Professions	71
	General Skills	71
	Equipment Skills & Proficiencies	71
	Abbreviations	71
	Mage
	Warlock	72
	Warlock Abilities (stats)	74
	Wizard	76
	Wizard Abilities (stats)	78
	Conjuror	80
	Conjuror Abilities (stats)	82
	Necromancer	84
	Necromancer Abilities (stats)	86
	Illusionist	88
	Illusionist Abilities (stats)	90
	Coercer	92
	Coercer Abilities (stats)	94
	Scout
	Ranger	96
	Ranger Abilities (stats)	98
	Assassin	100
	Assassin Abilities (stats)	102
	Swashbuckler	104
	Swashbuckler Abilities (stats)	106
	Brigand	108
	Brigand Abilities (stats)	110
	Dirge	112
	Dirge Abilities (stats)	114
	Troubador	116
	Troubador Abilities (stats)	118
	Fighter
	Berserker	120
	Berserker Abilities (stats)	122
	Guardian	124
	Guardian Abilities (stats)	126
	Paladin	128
	Paladin Abilities (stats)	130
	Shadowknight	132
	Shadowknight Abilities (stats)	134
	Monk	136
	Monk Abilities (stats)	138
	Bruiser	140
	Bruiser Abilities (stats)	142
	Priest
	Templar	144
	Templar Abilities (stats)	146
	Inquisitor	148
	Inquisitor Abilities (stats)	150
	Warden	152
	Warden Abilities (stats)	154
	Fury	156
	Fury Abilities (stats)	158
	Mystic	160
	Mystic Abilities (stats)	162
	Defiler	164
	Defiler Abilities (stats)	166
	Achievements	168
	Mage
	Sorcerer (Warlock, Wizard)	169
	Summoner (Conjuror, Necromancer)	170
	Enchanter (Illusionist, Coercer)	171
	Scout
	Predator (Ranger, Assassin)	172
	Rogue (Swashbuckler, Brigand)	173
	Bard (Dirge, Troubador)	174
	Fighter
	Warrior (Berserker, Guardian)	175
	Crusader (Paladin, Shadowknight)	176
	Brawler (Monk, Bruiser)	177
	Priest
	Cleric (Templar, Inquisitor)	178
	Druid (Warden, Fury)	179
	Shaman (Mystic, Defiler)	180
	Crafting & Recipes	181
	Techniques	181
	Abbreviations	181
	Harvesting Guide	182
	Recipes (Levels 61-70)	183

Book review: Get Healthy Get Happy or Muybridges Human Figure in Motion

Getting to Know ArcView GIS: The Geographic Information System (GIS) for Everyone

Author: Editors of ESRI Press

This book was a team effort. At ESRI our reputation is built on contributing our technical knowledge, special people, and valuable experience to the collection, analysis, and communication of geographic information. This book was written in an easy to follow format that will give you a better understanding of what ArcView GIS can do for you.

Please read the chapter excerpt section of this page for more information.

Poly Modeling with 3ds Max or Digital Collage and Painting

2009-01-26T21:28:00.000-08:00

Poly-Modeling with 3ds Max: Thinking Outside of the Box

Author: Todd Daniel

Poly-modeling is a modeling technique used in 3d modeling. Unlike box modeling, or other forms of modeling where you start out with a basic form or primitive object that determines the mass of an object, artists can use the polygon (the basic building block of all of the primitives available in 3ds Max). This approach allows for more control over the flow, placement and detail of the meshes that are built. Placement of vertices/points, edges and all other sub-elements that build our models is determined by the user, rather than pre-determined by a computer generated primitive.

This book is a collection of tips, tricks and techniques on how to create professional models for advertising on T.V and the web. The author has tons of industry experience using Max toward this end, and he shares the secrets of his trade. As Production Modeler for GuerillaFx, one of today's hottest studios, Daniele has high-profile clients that include Coke Zero, MTV, Old Navy, Nike, Target, and HP. Todd Daniele brings this real-world experience to the book. Daniele teaches the technical aspects of poly-modeling, while showing how to ultimately create content in a dynamic, efficient manner.

Associated web site offers instructional files that show the models in progressive stages of development; plus a supporting internet forum: readers can log-on to this forum to ask questions or comment on anything covered in the book.

--Official Autodesk technique series book. We have the Autodesk green light for inclusion in the series.
--Collection of tips, tricks and techniques on how to create models for advertising, T.V and the web.
--Unique focus on polymodeling over box modeling.
--Quick techniques for deadline crunch - to speed workflow.
--Detailed exercises to take you step-by-step through the process of creating high quality models in a short amount of time.
--Author Todd Daniele (who is himself professionally generating Max assets for some of today's hottest studios) shares his insider secrets.

Look this: Introduction to Information Technology or Globalization and Social Policy

Digital Collage and Painting: Using Photoshop and Painter to Create Fine Art

Author: Susan Ruddick Bloom

Digital Collage and Painting proudly showcases the work of twenty-one talented digital artists. Each artist walks you through the creation of a piece of their art and lets you in on their secrets about equipment, software, favorite papers, and how their creative process begins. The artists included are:

Audrey Bernstein Paul Biddle Leslye Bloom
Stephen Burns Luzette Donohue Katrin Eismann Paul Elson Steven Friedman Ileana Frómeta Grillo Bill Hall Julieanne Kost Rick Lieder Bobbi Doyle-Maher Ciro Marchetti Lou Oates Cher Threinen-Pendarvis James G. Respess Fay Sirkis Jeremy Sutton Maggie Taylor Pep Ventosa

* Discover how the computer can be used to paint on photographs, incorporating other visual materials into images
*Learn from step-by-step examples for painting, collage, and panoramics
* The associated website contains the art samples used in the book so that you can practice the different techiques

Ch. 1	Concept	3
Ch. 2	Important considerations before you begin	11
Ch. 3	Inspiration	31
Ch. 4	Painting in Photoshop with your photos	185
Ch. 5	Painting in painter	239
Ch. 6	Assembling a collage in Photoshop	331
Ch. 7	Assembling a collage in Painter	375
Ch. 8	The paradox : the absolute truth and the exquisite lie - creating a panorama in Photoshop	401
Ch. 9	Filters	437
Ch. 10	Experimentation	491
Ch. 11	Projects for you	509
Ch. 12	Essential Photoshop and Painter techniques to master	531
Ch. 13	Resources	581

Tom Clancys End War or Spring Recipes

2009-01-25T17:16:00.000-08:00

Tom Clancy's End War: Prima Official Game Guide

Author: Prima Games

• Maps for each battlefield
• Complete walkthrough of the single player campaign
• Battle-tested combat tactics for the 21st Century
• Proven strategies for the Theater of War persistent online campaign
• Details on all units complete with upgrades

Command Training—21st Century, Weapons of War, Advanced Strategy and Tactics, Prelude to War Campaign (tutorial walkthrough), World War III Campaign (single player walkthrough), Theatre of War (online campaign walkthrough), Battlefield Maps, Appendix (Tips from the Team, Xbox 360 Achievements, PlayStation 3 Trophies)

Spring Recipes: A Problem-Solution Approach

Author: Gary Mak

Spring addresses most aspects of Java/Java EE application development and offers simple solutions to them. By using Spring, you will be lead to use industry best practices to design and implement your applications. The releases of Spring 2.x have added many improvements and new features to the 1.x versions. Spring Recipes: A Problem–Solution Approach focuses on the latest Spring 2.5 features for building enterprise Java applications.

Spring Recipes covers Spring 2.5 from basic to advanced, including Spring IoC container, Spring AOP and AspectJ, Spring data access support, Spring transaction management, Spring Web and Portlet MVC, Spring testing support, Spring support for remoting, EJB, JMS, JMX, E–mail, scheduling, and scripting languages. This book also introduces several common Spring Portfolio projects that will bring significant value to your application development, including Spring Security, Spring Web Flow, and Spring Web Services.

The topics in this book are introduced by complete and real–world code examples that you can follow step by step. Instead of abstract descriptions on complex concepts, you will find live examples in this book. When you start a new project, you can consider copying the code and configuration files from this book, and then modifying them for your needs. This can save you a great deal of work over creating a project from scratch.

What you’ll learn

Installing the Spring framework and Spring IDE, using the Spring IoC container and the Spring application context.

Understanding AOP concepts, using classic and new Spring AOP, integrating Spring with AspectJ, andload–time weaving aspects.

Using Spring to simplify data access (with JDBC, Hibernate, and JPA) and manage transactions programmatically and declaratively.

Building web applications and portlets with Spring Web MVC and Portlet MVC, and integrating Spring with Struts, JSF, and DWR.

Understanding the unit testing and integration testing concepts, and Spring’s unit and integration testing support (on JUnit 3.8, JUnit 4, and TestNG).

Using Spring’s support for remoting technologies (RMI, Hessian, Burlap, and HTTP Invoker), EJB, JMS, JMX, E-mail, scheduling, and scripting languages.

Understanding security concepts (authentication, authorization, and access control), and securing web applications using Spring Security.

Managing complex web application page flows using Spring Web Flow, and integrating Spring Web Flow with JSF.

Exposing contract–last web services using XFire, and developing contract–first web services using Spring Web Services.

Who is this book for?

This book is for Java developers who would like to gain hands–on experience rapidly on Java/Java EE development using the Spring framework. If you are already a developer using Spring in your projects, you can also use this book as a reference, and you’ll find the code examples very useful.

You don’t need much Java EE experience to read this book. However, it assumes that you know the basics of object–oriented programming with Java (e.g., creating a class/interface, implementing an interface, extending a base class, running a main class, setting up your classpath, and so on). It also assumes you have basic knowledge on web and database concepts and know how to create dynamic web pages and query databases with SQL statements.

Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition or Cortez Peters Championship Keyboarding Drills W Home Software and Users Guide

2009-01-24T13:05:00.000-08:00

Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition

Author: Prashant Dhingra

SQL Server Compact Edition is a slimmed down version of SQL Server that you can use on Pocket PCs, Smart phones, Tablet PCs, and Desktops. With this book, you will learn how to build applications for resource constrained devices. You'll discover how the SQL Server Compact Edition database can also be used as an embedded in-proc database for desktop-based applications. You'll learn how to manage the SQL Server Compact Edition database using SQL Server Management Studio, Visual Studio, and Query Analyzer.

Laptops, Tablet PCs, and mobile devices enable information workers to access enterprise data from remote locations. With the step-by-step exercises provided in this book, you'll learn how to synchronize data between SQL Server and SQL Server Compact Edition. You'll also learn Remote Data Access - a lightweight method to exchange data between SQL Server and SQL Server Compact Edition. Also in this book are code samples to help you write database applications for mobile devices and for desktop PCs. Throughout the book you'll find expert tips for building and deploying enterprise applications.

Understand how to:
-Build mobile and desktop applications using SQL Server Compact Edition
-Set up the development and production environment with Visual Studio, SQL Server, and SQL Server Compact Edition
-Optimize performance and plan for security
-Manage databases using SQL Server Management Studio, Visual Studio, and Query Analyzer
-Develop applications using ADO.NET and OLEDB provider for SQL Server Compact Edition
-Upgrade from earlier versions of SQL CE, .NET Compact Framework, and Visual Studio
-Use Merge Replication to synchronize data between SQL Server and SQL Server Compact Edition
-Exchange data between SQL Server and SQL Server Compact Edition using Remote Data Access

Cortez Peters' Championship Keyboarding Drills W/ Home Software and User's Guide

Author: Cortez Peters

Developed by world champion typist Cortez Peters, Cortez Peters Championship Keyboarding Drills, 4/e presents an effective, individual, diagnostic/prescriptive approach to building keyboarding skills. This program can be used as a five-week to one-semester skill building course or as an adjunct to any keyboarding course.

Introduction to Information Systems or Fast Track UML 20

2009-01-23T08:50:00.000-08:00

Introduction to Information Systems: Supporting and Transforming Business

Author: Efraim Turban

WHATS IN IT FOR ME?

Information technology lives all around us-in how we communicate, how we do business, how we shop, and how we learn. Smart phones, iPods, PDAs, and wireless devices dominate our lives, and yet it's all too easy for students to take information technology for granted.

Rainer and Turban's Introduction to Information Systems, 2nd edition helps make Information Technology come alive in the classroom. This text takes students where IT lives-in today's businesses and in our daily lives while helping students understand how valuable information technology is to their future careers.

The new edition provides concise and accessible coverage of core IT topics while connecting these topics to Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, Human resources, and Operations, so students can discover how critical IT is to each functional area and every business.

Also available with this edition is WileyPLUS - a powerful online tool that provides instructors and students with an integrated suite of teaching and learning resources in one easy-to-use website. The WileyPLUS course for Introduction to Information Systems, 2nd edition includes animated tutorials in Microsoft Office 2007, with iPod content and podcasts of chapter summaries provided by author Kelly Rainer.

Chapter 1. The Modern Organization in the Global, Web-Based Environment.

Chapter 2. Information Systems: Concepts and Management.

Chapter 3. Ethics, Privacy, and Information Security.

Chapter 4. Data and Knowledge Management.

Chapter 5. Network Applications.

Chapter 6. E-Business and E-Commerce.

Chapter 7. Wireless, Mobile Computing, and Mobile Commerce.

Chapter 8. Organization Information Systems.

Chapter 9. Managerial Support Systems.

Chapter 10. Acquiring Information Systems and Applications.

Technology Guide 1. Computer Hardware.

Technology Guide 2. Computer Software.

Technology Guide 3. Protecting Your Information Assets.

Technology Guide 4. Basics of Telecommunications and Networks.

Technology Guide 5. Basics of the Internet and the World Wide Web.

Glossary.

Index.

Book review: Wanderlust or Art of the Palate

Fast Track UML 2.0

Author: Kendall Scott

"I was looking for something that would quickly bring me up to date with UML 2.0, while still serving as a good reference manual into the future... This is that book."
— Dirk Schreckmann, JavaRanch Sheriff (Read the 8 horseshoe review )

The Superstructure portion of the UML 2.0 specification is 632 pages long! This book is a distillation of the contents of the UML Superstructure document and captures the essential information for you. The Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a set of tools and techniques for capturing the analysis and design of the software development process.

Through the use of standard diagrams for such concepts as use cases, interactions, and collaborations, among many others, Fast Track UML 2.0 explores the modeling techniques and the changes since the UML 1.3 standard. Kendall Scott presents a new look at the contents of the UML Superstructure document without overloading you with details.

Microsoft Office Project 2003 Bible or Microsoft Office 2000 9 in 1 for Dummies Desk Reference

2009-01-22T04:39:00.000-08:00

Microsoft Office Project 2003 Bible

Author: Elaine Marmel

* A comprehensive, soup-to-nuts resource that shows business people how to master the latest version of this popular project-management software
* Begins with an overview of project management basics and moves on to showing how to create a new project, track a project's progress, and work in groups
* More advanced topics discussed include customizing Project, using macros, and importing and exporting information
* Includes coverage of building tasks, using views, modifying the appearance of a project, and resolving scheduling and resource problems, plus new sample projects and a new chapter on using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and VBScript with Project
* Provides expanded coverage of Project Server-installation, hardware and software requirements, and software configurations-all needed to ensure that Project Server is administered and used effectively
* CD-ROM includes sample projects, bonus appendixes, and demo software.

Go to: The End of the Professions or Printing Estimating

Microsoft Office 2000 9 in 1 for Dummies Desk Reference: 9 Books In 1: Windows 98, Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, FrontPage, Publisher, PhotoDraw

Author: Alison Barrows

Microsoft Office 2000 9 in 1 For Dummies Desk Reference contains all the great things that you need to know when using Windows 98 or any of the Microsoft Office 2000 products. You can go out and buy a different book for Windows 98 and each of the Office products, but who’s going to carry them home for you? This guide doesn’t pretend to be a comprehensive reference for every detail of these products. Instead, it shows you how to get up and running fast so that you have more time to do the things that you really want to do.

This book is for you if

• You’ve never used a Windows-based computer but you want to get started in Windows 98 and all those Office 2000 products

• You have used a Windows-based computer before as well as some Office programs, but you never really got the hang of them

• You have no idea what Microsoft Office really is, but you’ve been told that it's the software you need

• You heard about all those power users who can take full advantage of the integrated products from Microsoft Office and you want to join their ranks

• You think that you know everything about Windows and Microsoft Office but you need a good reference for when your memory fails you

If you want to help yourself quickly and easily, this guide can help.

Each section of Microsoft Office 2000 9 in 1 For Dummies Desk Reference has handy thumb tabs so you don't get lost. The sections fall into a rough order of popularity among Office users, including:

• Windows 98

• Word 2000

• Excel 2000

• Access 2000

• Outlook 2000

• PowerPoint 2000

• FrontPage 2000

• Publisher 2000

• PhotoDraw 2000

Without being cumbersome, Microsoft Office 2000 9 in 1 For Dummies Desk Reference strives to include in one book all the important details you can probably locate in individual books but would really like to have in one source. What a deal!

Microsoft Office Live or Poser 7 Revealed

2009-01-21T00:27:00.000-08:00

Microsoft Office Live: Take Your Business Online

Author: Katherine Murray

Learn how to use Microsoft Office Live-and take your business online! In this tutorial, well-known author and columnist Katherine Murray gives you an insider's look at the features and capabilities of Microsoft Office Live offerings: Office Live Basics, Office Live Collaboration, and Office Live Essentials. Small businesses with fewer than 10 employees finally have the online capabilities they need to more easily and more affordably establish an online presence, automate key business tasks, and collaborate. With this practical tutorial, you'll discover how to create, manage, and track statistics for your business Web site; manage and store critical business information; and improve business processes. You'll even learn how to stay in touch-from synching up with Office Live Mail, to using on-demand business applications to collaborate and accomplish tasks from anywhere in the world with Internet access. Part inspiration and part "how-to," this guide offers real-world techniques you can use to hit the ground running with Microsoft Office Live!
Key Book Benefits:
• Offers an expert overview and exclusive insights from a well-known author, with input from the Microsoft Office Live product group
• Includes practical tutorials, case studies, and real-world techniques for managing your small business
• Helps you choose the offerings that are right for your business
• Shows you how to take your business online-create and manage a Web site, market your site, and track site statistics

Poser 7 Revealed: The efrontier Official Guide

Author: Kelly Murdock

Poser 7 Revealed: The Official Guide offers a thorough introduction to Poser, explaining how to use the latest version. It is ideal for the beginning reader, using conceptual discussions and elementary, engaging tutorials to explain each topic. Poser can be intimidating for new users. This book tackles the difficulties of working with Poser and includes coverage that explains each amazing Poser feature. The growing popularity of Poser is making it a frequently used program across the globe in a variety of outlets, including design schools, gaming companies, and movie production companies.

Revealed Series Vision     xxiii
Author Vision     xxiii
Learning the Poser Interface     2
Learn the Interface Controls     6
Explore the Pose Room     13
Use the Document Window     21
Discover the Other Rooms     29
Configure the Interface and Set Preferences     34
Get Help     38
Using the Poser Library     44
Work with the Library     48
Load Library Figures     53
Discover the Library Categories     57
Save Content to the Library     65
Remove Content from the Library     72
Use Content Collections     74
Editing and Posing Figures     78
Position Figures Within the Scene     82
Set Figure Properties and Style     86
Select Figure Elements     91
Use the Basic Editing Tools     96
Use the Parameter Dials     104
Use Symmetry, Limits, Balance, and Inverse Kinematics     121
Work with Hierarchies     127
Working with Files and Accessing Content Paradise     124
Work with Poser Files     128
Import 3D Objects into Poser     132
Import OtherContent     137
Export from Poser     142
Access Content Paradise     146
Load Custom Content     152
Dealing with Props     160
Import External Props     164
Select, Position, and Edit Props     167
Attach Props to Elements     170
Replace an Element with a Prop     175
Create Props from a Selected Group     178
Use Prop and Conforming Hair and Cloth     181
Establish a Scene-Cameras and Backgrounds     188
Learn the Available Cameras     192
Work with Cameras     197
Change Camera Parameters     204
Aim and Attach Cameras     209
Change the Background     213
Adding Scene Lighting     220
Learn Basic Lighting Techniques     224
Work with Lights     227
Enable Shadows and Ambient Occlusion     233
Set Light Materials     239
Use Image-Based Lighting     242
Creating and Applying Materials     248
Learn the Material Room Interface     252
Create Simple Materials     258
Create Advanced Materials     264
Learn the Various Material Nodes      269
Use Wacros     275
Create Smoothing and Material Groups     279
Add Atmosphere Effects     284
Creating a Face and Facial Expressions     288
Learn the Face Room Interface     292
Create a Face from Photos     297
Change Texture Variation     303
Use the Face Shaping Tool     307
Add the Face to the Figure     312
Work with Expressions     315
Adding Hair     320
Learn the Hair Room Interface     324
Grow Hair     328
Style Hair     333
Use Hair Dynamics     339
Change Hair Material     342
Working with Dynamic Cloth     346
Create a Cloth Simulation     350
Create Cloth     354
Create Cloth Groups     359
Simulate Cloth Dynamics     363
Rigging a Figure with Bones     368
Access and Edit Existing Bone Structures     372
Create and Name Bones     375
Group Body Parts     379
Use Inverse Kinematics     381
Use the Joint Editor     387
Animating Figures and Scenes     392
Work with Keyframes      396
Use the Animation Palette     399
Edit Animation Graphs     407
Use Animation Layers     414
Define an Animation Set     417
Create a Walk Path     420
Morphing Figures and Using Deformers     426
Morph Figures     430
Create Morph Targets     433
Use a Magnet Deformer     438
Add a Wave Deformer     441
Add a Wind Force Deformer     444
Lip Synching with Talk Deformers     450
Use the Talk Designer Interface     454
Work with Sound     459
Rendering Scenes     464
Render Images     468
Access Render Settings     476
Use the Sketch Designer     483
Set Render Dimensions     487
Render Animations     490
Use Rendering Effects     494
Using Poser with Other Software     500
Use Poser with Other e frontier Products     504
Use Poser with 3D Packages     510
Retouch Images in Photoshop     514
Writing Python Scripts     520
Access Pre-Built Scripts     524
Edit Python Scripts     530
New Features in Poser 7     534
Poser 7 Keyboard Shortcuts     538
Glossary     544
Index     550

Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 Illustrated Introductory or Microsoft SharePoint

2009-01-19T14:17:00.000-08:00

Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 ? Illustrated Introductory

Author: David Beskeen

This Microsoft Office 2007 Illustrated Series book covers the essential information that you need to know about how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. Our signature two-page spread design has been updated and refreshed to take full advantage of the new features of the Office 2007 software. This practical, easy to navigate book provides you with the essential knowledge you need to succeed at both work and beyond.

Getting Started with Office 2007 Unit A: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint 2007 Unit B: Modifying a Presentation Unit C: Inserting Objects into a Presentation Unit D: Finishing a Presentation Unit E: Working with Advanced Tools and Masters Unit F: Enhancing Charts Unit G: Inserting Illustrations, Objects and Media Clips Unit H: Using Advanced Features

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Microsoft SharePoint: Building Office 2007 Solutions in VB 2005

Author: Scot Hiller

Microsoft SharePoint: Building Office 2007 Solutions in VB 2005 is the third edition of Scot Hillier's market-leading SharePoint book. The new version includes extensive updates from the previous editions, with a complete focus on SharePoint 2007 and its integration with the 2007 Microsoft Office System. This edition also features new approaches for using SharePoint to improve business efficiency, plus new workflow solutions for SharePoint and BizTalk, as well as a brand new chapter on building a SharePoint solution from start to finish.

With this book, you'll gain intermediate-level guidance to design and deploy business solutions based on Microsoft SharePoint 2007 technologies. And Hillier carefully defines the business cases and scenarios for these new technologies. He reviews the installation, configuration, and administration of business solutions based on Microsoft SharePoint technologies, and provides programming instruction, guidance, and examples for custom web parts and solutions.

GIMP2 for Photographers or The Artists Guide to GIMP Effects

2009-01-19T05:04:00.000-08:00

GIMP2 for Photographers: Image Editing with Open Source Software

Author: Klaus Goelker

Image Editing has become a key element in the photographic workflow. Image editing tools, most notably Photoshop, are usually sophisticated and deep applications - and fairly expensive. The only open source tool in this market is the GIMP, which has developed into a powerful multiplatform system, running on Linux, as well as OS X and Windows.
This book has evolved from the classroom materials the author developed and used in courses and workshops on Image Editing with the GIMP. It covers the basics of image editing and guides the reader through the functions and tools of GIMP from simple adjustments to more advanced techniques with layers and masks. The more important editing functions are presented in individual workshops. Moreover, the book covers the stitching of panoramic images and preparation of high-quality black and white images.

New interesting textbook: Your Bodys Red Light Warning Signals or Behind the Smile

The Artist's Guide to GIMP Effects: Creative Techniques for Photographers, Artists, and Designers

Author: Michael J Hammel

The GIMP, an image editor whose power and ease-of-use rivals that of Adobe Photoshop, is one of the world's most popular free software projects. Artists and designers have relied on the GIMP since 1995 to retouch photographs, composite multiple images, and create new artwork from scratch.

The Artist's Guide to GIMP Effects shows you how to harness the GIMP's powerful features to produce professional-looking advertisements, impressive photographic effects, as well as logos and text effects. And author Michael J. Hammel, who has used the GIMP since its first public release, won't mince words or waste your time. His extensively illustrated, step-by-step tutorials are perfect for hands-on learning and experimentation.

After a crash course in using the GIMP's interface and core tools (such as brushes, patterns, selections, layers, modes, and masks), you'll learn:

* Photographic techniques to simulate ripped edges, create sepia-toned antique images, swap colors, produce motion blurs, alter depth of field, and even fix rips in an old photo
* Web design techniques to create tiled patterns, navigation tabs, rollovers, and fancy buttons and borders
* Type effects to create depth, perspective shadows, metallic and distressed text, and neon and graffiti lettering
* Advertising effects to produce movie posters and package designs; simulate clouds, cracks, cloth, and underwater effects; and create specialized lighting
* Interface design tips for creating textures, navigation bars, and buttons

Whether you're new to the GIMP or you've been playing with this powerful software for years, The Artist's Guide to GIMP Effects is sure to teach you somenew tricks.

Multimedia or Problem Based Learning for Math and Science

2009-01-18T16:53:00.000-08:00

Multimedia: From Wagner to Virtual Reality

Author: Randall Packer

The first book to address the true history of computer-based multimedia. Web sites, CD-ROMs, video games, interactive television, virtual reality, touch-screen kiosks, 3D architecture design programs . . . these and other forms of computer-based multimedia will be as important to the twenty-first century as film and television were to the twentieth. But what is multimedia, where did it come from, and how does it work? Multimedia presents the fascinating dialogue between the arts and sciences over the last half-century that made today's multimedia possible. Scientists like Vannevar Bush, Douglas Englebart, Norbert Wiener; artists like John Cage, Nam June Paik, and William Gibson--their groundbreaking visions are brought together here for the first time, given historical context, and embedded in a clear explanation of the core concepts behind multimedia. Multimedia will be required reading for anyone who has built a Web site, studied computer graphics, or wondered at the rapid birth and evolution of the new media now changing every aspect of our lives. Introduction by William Gibson.

Douglas Rushkoff

This book may be the Primary Source for years to come. —author of Coercion : Why We Listen to What 'They' Say

Sara Diamond

[O]f great value to novices to the field and to serious theorists and educators....testimony to the human imagination.

Jon Katz

The best guide yet on a subject of central importance to anyone interested in the future of media.... historically significant. —SlashDot

Wired

An evocative whirlwind tour through 100 years of work [of] artists and scientists [in] the field of computer-human interaction... Excellent.

Boston Globe

[A]n important book....For anyone who wants to know where multimedia technology is going,or where it has been.

Annick Bureaud

Not 'just another reader' but a key source book in the field of art, science and technology history... excellent in all respects. —Leonardo

Publishers Weekly

"What we need is a computer that isn't labor-saving but that increases the work for us to do, that... turns us... not `on' but into artists," writes John Cage in his essay in Multimedia: From Wagner to Virtual Reality, edited by Randall Packer and Ken Jordan, with a foreword (and an excerpt) by William Gibson. Surveying various artistic disciplines, the editors uncover the intersections of the avant-garde and strict computer science with inclusions like Tim Berners-Lee's 1980s prospectus for the World Wide Web, titled "Information Management: A Proposal," and ignored by his colleagues until he made the software, and his fortune, independently. Contributors include Bauhaus luminary L szl Moholy-Nagy, Cage prot g and performance artist Nam June Paik, and artist Lynn Hershman. Photos and illus. (Norton, $26.95 416p ISBN 0-393-04979-5; Apr.) Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.

Booknews

An anthology of 32 reprinted short pieces demonstrate collaborations between art and science, mostly since World War II, but also back into the 19th century. Many are manifestos by artists in a wide range of media. The arrangement is not chronological, but by the thematic integration, interactivity, hypermedia, immersion, and narrativity. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Kirkus Reviews

A comprehensive and ambitious anthology chronicling the history of "the multimedia revolution." With this collection, multimedia experts Packer and Jordan present a sampling of seminal articles by the artists, writers, scientists, musicians, and architects who engineered the 20th century's communication revolution. Each of these authors, from composer Richard Wagner to multimedia artist Nam June Paik, Douglas Engelbart (inventor of the mouse, windows, and e-mail), and beat writer William Burroughs, envisioned modes of artistic expression that penetrated "the fourth wall" dividing art from audience. Each imagined new modes of synthesis or communication that would enable people actively to engage with art, literature, music, and vast stores of information in their everyday lives. Most of these visionaries believed that technology was the key to their efforts—that computers could transform the passive appreciation of art into an active, participatory discourse. Many of these works are very technical, and most require a basic understanding of contemporary debates in art and science. The editors have done readers the invaluable service of providing pithy, astute, contextual summaries of each essay so that readers can pick and choose from among them. In fact, picking and choosing is an appropriate way to read this collection, since Ted Nelson (who coined the terms "hypertext" and "hypermedia" in 1963), William Gibson (to whom we owe the term "cyberspace"), and many others believed that nonlinear reading and writing are ideal (because these forms better mirror the nonlinear workings of the human mind). Gems include Vannevar Bush's 1945 Atlantic Monthly essay that led to the development ofthe "hyperlink," Tim Berners-Lee's 1989 proposal for a decentralized information network that was the foundation for the development of the World Wide Web, media artist Lynn Hershman's description of her groundbreaking multimedia projects, and Marcos Novak's piece about virtual architecture in cyberspace. An unusual exploration of a quiet revolution that changed the world.

What People Are Saying

Douglas Rushkoff
This book may be the Primary Source for years to come.
— (Douglas Rushkoff, author of Coercion : Why We Listen to What 'They' Say)

Sara Diamond
[O]f great value to novices to the field and to serious theorists and educators....testimony to the human imagination.
— (Sara Diamond, artistic director, media and visual arts, The Banff Centre)

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Problem-Based Learning for Math and Science: Integrating Inquiry and the Internet

Author: Diane L Ronis
"Teachers looking for a concise guide to implementing problem-based learning in math and science classrooms: This book is for you!"
—Debra Gerdes, Professional Development Leader
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
"The purpose of problem-based learning is to emphasize meaning making over fact collecting. With this method, Diane Ronis has written a book that is well equipped to produce self-motivated and independent lifelong learners!"
—Katie Morrow, Technology Integration Specialist
O'Neill Public Schools, NE
Increase students' skills and content retention in math and science!
What's the best way to create a real-world instructional environment where students are involved in firsthand experiences and where important ideas are connected to meaningful life events that help deepen learners' understanding?
Diane Ronis demonstrates how the problem-based learning (PBL) method gives students the opportunity to actively explore and resolve authentic problem simulations and student-identified problems in the community while strengthening their problem-solving skills. Updated throughout, this second edition illustrates how to use the PBL inquiry process with Internet resources to create an integrated instructional environment, and also provides:
Problem-based learning activities relating to math and science in each chapter
Projects that correlate to national science, mathematics, and technology standards
Student handouts, evaluation forms, and all the information necessary for successful project completion
Problem-Based Learning for Math and Science,Second Edition, is the perfect resource for educators who want to expand their teaching repertoire and shift instruction from a teacher-centered to a learner-centered perspective.

Table of Contents:
Preface     vii
Introduction     ix
The Concepts Explored in This Book     x
The Standards Used in This Book     xi
The Goal of This Book     xiii
Acknowledgments     xv
About the Author     xvii
The Integration of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Problem-Based Learning     1
Redefining Literacy     2
Using Problem-Based Learning to Increase Literacy     6
Relating Technology to Math and Science     10
Integrating Problem-Based Learning With Cyber-Age Math and Science     13
Integrated Inquiry Project, Middle Level: Meteorology     15
Problem-Based Learning and Constructivism     25
Why Problem-Based Learning Is Brain Compatible     25
Problem-Based Learning and the Constructivist Model: The Five E's     28
Teaching in the Problem-Based Learning Classroom     33
Integrated Inquiry Project, Middle/Secondary Level: Developing Entrepreneurial Excellence     38
Aspects and Approaches of Problem-Based Learning     45
Phases of Implementation     45
Problem-Based Learning Techniques     47
New Roles for Teachers     56
Integrated Inquiry Project 1 Middle/Secondary Levels: The RollerCoaster     59
Integrated Inquiry Project 2 Secondary Level: Building Bridges     71
Planning Problem-Based Learning for the Classroom     79
Planning for Integrated Learning     79
Guidelines for Implementing a Problem-Based Learning Project     81
Questions to Promote Problem Solving     84
Integrated Inquiry Project, Multilevel: The Mississippi Delta     87
Evaluating and Assessing Problem-Based Learning     93
Alternative Assessments     94
Types of Authentic Assessment and Evaluation     96
Integrated Inquiry Project, Multilevel: Architectural Design     108
Integrating Community Learning Activities Into the Classroom     117
The National Association of Partners in Education     118
Organizational Partnerships in Education     125
Helping Experts Become Teachers     126
Community Connections: Multilevel Car Project     128
Cyber Sources for Math, Science, and Technology     137
Bibliography     143
Index     149

Cisco CallManager Fundamentals or PowerPoint for Teachers

2009-01-17T14:11:00.000-08:00

Cisco CallManager Fundamentals: A Cisco Avvid Solution

Author: John Alexander
Exposes the inner workings of CallManager to help maximize the Cisco IP Communications solution

Includes new content on Q.SIG, SIP trunks, video support, hunt lists and line groups, time-of-day routing, new features added in CallManager releases 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.0, and 4.1, and more
Updates the only documentation available that details CallManager's inner workings so readers can understand the role each component plays and how they interrelate
Fosters a full understanding of how CallManager processes information; how it manages media resources for conferencing, transcoding, annunciation and more; how it interacts with the various protocols; and much more
Written by CallManager authorities -- the engineers and technical writer who developed the software and its documentation from CallManager's beginnings
Cisco CallManager Fundamentals, Second Ed., provides readers with examples and reference information on Cisco CallManager, the call processing component of the Cisco IP Communications solution. It is the only available book and documentation that describes the architectural layers of CallManager and their functionality. With this detailed information, readers learn how CallManager processes calls and manages resources and features. The second edition of Cisco CallManager Fundamentals covers the latest software releases through release 4.1. With this book, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the system and find answers to questions not available through any other source. The book is organized by the major pieces of CallManager: Chapter 1 discusses architecture and provides a history of CallManager evolution; Chapter 2 details call routing; Chapter 3 addresses station devices; Chapter 4 describes voice gateways; Chapter 5 explains how CallManager processes media; Chapter 6 explains manageability and monitoring tools; Chapter 7 describes call detail records. The Appendixes describe CallManager features, solutions that integrate with CallManager, and the signaling protocols CallManager employs.

New interesting textbook: Frantic Family Cookbook or Cooking and Dining in Medieval England
PowerPoint for Teachers: Dynamic Presentations and Interactive Classroom Projects (Grades K-12)

Author: Ellen Finkelstein
PowerPoint for Teachers is written for especially for teachers like you, who want to use PowerPoint in the classroom to enhance your presentations, teach your students how to use the application, and create interactive educational projects.

No matter what your level of expertise—just getting started or seasoned pro—PowerPoint for Teachers gives you the step-by-step information you need to introduce PowerPoint into your classroom and offers a great selection of creative projects for your students.

PowerPoint for Teachers includes the dos and don'ts for best results and

• shows you how to use PowerPoint most effectively for classroom presentations

• demonstrates how to use PowerPoint to create interactive applications—including clickable maps, interactive quizzes, and games—all through simple steps, with no programming knowledge needed

• offers tips on how best to teach PowerPoint to your students

• contains suggestions for creating the most effective presentations and projects for different age groups.

In addition, this handy resource includes sample customizable presentations and interactive games and activities that are available for free from the companion website.

Table of Contents:
Introduction.

Is This Book for You?

Structure of the Book.

Conventions.

Icons.

Fonts, Symbols, and More.

Companion Web Site.

Enjoy!

PART O N E Why PowerPoint?

ONE Supporting All Aspects of Learning.

TWO Creating Your First Presentation.

THREE Multimedia and Learning with PowerPoint.

FOUR Understanding Best Practices.

PART TWO Creating Great Projects Using PowerPoint.

F I V E Interactive Reviews.

S I X Interactive Maps.

SEVEN Menu-Based Projects.

EIGHT Class Games.

NINE Graded Tests.

PART THREE Projects and Resources.

TEN PowerPoint Projects for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 1.

ELEVEN PowerPoint Projects for Grades 2 to 5.

TWELVE PowerPoint Projects for Grades 6 to 12.

T H I RTEEN Online Resources for Teachers Using PowerPoint.

PART FOUR Teaching PowerPoint to Students.

FOURTEEN Teaching PowerPoint in Elementary School.

F I F T E E N Teaching PowerPoint in Middle and High School.

S I X T E E N Teaching and Using PowerPoint at the College Level.

APPENDIX A Research on Multimedia and Learning.

A P P E N D I X B What’s on the Companion Web Site.

INDEX.

Adobe Illustrator CS Classroom in a Book or Web 20 and Beyond

2009-01-17T03:00:00.000-08:00

Adobe Illustrator CS Classroom in a Book

Author: Adobe Creative Team
Classroom in a Book, the bestselling series of hands-on software training workbooks, helps you learn the features of Adobe software quickly and easily. Classroom in a Book offers what no other book or training program does -- an official training series from Adobe Systems Incorporated, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book contains nineteen lessons. The book covers the basics of learning Adobe Illustrator, and countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with Adobe Illustrator. You can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you.

Table of Contents:
Getting Started 1
A Quick Tour of Adobe Illustrator 5
Lesson 1 Getting to Know the Work Area 29
Lesson 2 Selection Basics 51
Lesson 3 Creating Basic Shapes 67
Lesson 4 Drawing with the Pen tool 93
Lesson 5 Painting 129
Lesson 6 Applying Transparency and Blending Modes 153
Lesson 7 Working with Layers 169
Lesson 8 Transforming Objects 195
Lesson 9 Working with Placement and Order of Objects 227
Lesson 10 Applying Appearance Attributes, Styles, and Effects 249
Lesson 11 Working with type 281
Lesson 12 Blending Shapes and Colors 311
Lesson 13 Working with Symbols 333
Lesson 14 Working with Brushes and Scribbles 353
Lesson 15 Creating Airbrush Effects 393
Lesson 16 Using the 3D Effect 419
Lesson 17 Printing Artwork and Producing Color Separations 447
Lesson 18 Combining Illustrator Graphics and Photoshop Images 479
Lesson 19 Creating a Web Publication 503
Working with Version Cue 549
Index 557

Interesting book: Nutrition and HIV or New 8 Week Cholesterol Cure
Web 2.0 and Beyond: Understanding the New Online Business Models, Trends, and Technologies

Author: Tom Funk
"Web 2.0" has taken on buzzword status. It's now shorthand for everything that is new, cutting-edge, and gaining momentum online. Web 2.0 can describe particular Web sites; cultural trends like social networking, blogging, or podcasting; or the underlying technology that makes today's coolest Web applications possible. Many Web 2.0 innovations were pioneered by behemoths like Google, Amazon, Apple, YouTube, and MySpace. But even the smallest, leanest companies can take advantage of the new trends, new and open-source programming tools, and new networks. This book will present a wealth of ideas for any business to quickly and affordably deploy Web 2.0 best practices to gain customers and maximize profits. Web 2.0 is more a series of trends than a basket of "things": --More and more, power is in the hands of individual users and their networks. --Web content is distributed, sorted, combined, and displayed across the Web in formats and places not anticipated by the content creators. --New technology now makes rich online experiences and complex software applications possible, and at a low cost. --Integration is breaking down walls between PCs and mobile devices. Web 2.0 is a landscape in which users control their online experience and influence the experiences of others. Business success on the Web, therefore, now comes from harnessing the power of social networks, computing networks, media and opinion networks, and advertising networks. Web 2.0 takes advantage of higher bandwidth and lighter-weight programming tools to create rich, engaging online experiences that compete with television and other offline activities. With examples and case studies from real businesses, this bookdemonstrates what makes a successful Web 2.0 company, regardless of its size or resources. A non-technical guide, it is aimed squarely at the marketer or business manager who wants to understand recent developments in the online world, and to turn them into practical, competitive advantages.

Pivot Table Data Crunching or Ultimate Robot

2009-01-16T17:47:00.000-08:00

Pivot Table Data Crunching

Author: Bill Jelen
Become a savvy Microsoft Excel user. Pivot tables are a great feature in Excel that help you organize and analyze data, but not many Excel users know how to use pivot tables. Pivot Table Data Crunching offers a comprehensive review of all the functionalities of Pivot Tables from author Bill Jelen, otherwise known as Mr. Excel from mrexcel.com, and Michael Alexander, a Microsoft Certified Application Developer. The authors' practical scenarios and real-world advice demonstrate the benefits of Pivot Tables and how to avoid the common pitfalls of every day data crunching. Each solution presented in the book can be accomplished with resources available in the Excel interface, making Pivot Table Data Crunching a beneficial resource for all levels of Excel users.

Table of Contents:
Introduction.

1. Pivot Table Fundamentals.

    What Is a Pivot Table?

    Why Should You Use a Pivot Table?

    When Should You Use a Pivot Table?

    The Anatomy of a Pivot Table

      Data Area

      Row Area

      Column Area

      Page Area

    Pivot Tables Behind the Scenes

    Limitations of Pivot Table Reports

    Next Steps

2. Creating a Basic Pivot Table.

    Preparing Your Data for Pivot Table Reporting

      Ensure Your Data Is in a Tabular Layout

      Use Unique Headings That Occupy Only a Single Row of Data

      Avoid Storing Data in Section Headings

      Avoid Repeating Groups as Columns

      Eliminate Gaps and Blank Cells in Your Data Source

      Apply Appropriate Type Formatting to Your Fields

      Summary of Good Data Source Design

      Cleaning Up Data for Pivot Table Analysis

    Creating a Basic Pivot Table

      Introduction to the PivotTable Wizard

      Drag Fields to the Report

      Adding Fields to the Pivot Table
      Rearranging the Pivot Table

      Revenue by Market and Model

      Watch the Mouse Pointer to Learn Where You Are Dropping a Field

      Redisplay the Pivot Table Field List

      Redisplay the Pivot Table Toolbar

      Activate the PivotTable Wizard

    Keeping Up with Changes in Your Data Source

      Changes Have Been Made to Your Existing Data Source

      Your Data Source's Range Has Been Expanded with the Addition of Rows or Columns

    Next Steps

3. Customizing Fields in a Pivot Table.

    The Need to Customize

    Displaying the PivotTable Field Dialog Box

    Customizing Field Names

    Applying Numeric Formats to Data Fields

    Changing Summary Calculations

      One Blank Cell Causes a Count

      Using Functions Other Than Count or Sum

    Adding and Removing Subtotals

      Suppress Subtotals When You Have Many Row Fields

      Adding Multiple Subtotals for One Field

    Using Running Total Options

      Display Change from Year to Year with Difference From

      How Much Does Each Line of Business Contribute to the Total?

      Seasonality Reports

      Revenue by Line of Business Report

    Next Steps

4. Formatting Your Pivot Table Report.

    Using AutoFormat

    Applying Your Own Style

    Setting Table Options

      Grand Totals for Columns

      Grand Totals for Rows

      AutoFormat Table

      Subtotal Hidden Page Items

      Merged Labels

      Preserve Formatting

      Repeat Item Labels on Each Printed Page

      Mark Totals with *

      Page Layout

      For Error Values Show

      For Empty Cells Show

      Set Print Titles

      Formatting a Pivot Table

    Next Steps

5. Controlling the Way You View Your Pivot Data.

    Showing and Hiding Options

      The Basics of Hiding an Item

      Showing All Items Again

      Showing or Hiding Most Items

      Hiding or Showing Items Without Data

      Hiding or Showing Items in a Page Field

     Showing or Hiding Items in a Data Field

    Sorting in a Pivot Table

      Sorting Using the Advanced Options Dialog Box

      Note the Effect of Layout Changes on AutoSort

      Sorting Using the Manual Method

      Sorting Using the Sorting Buttons on the Standard Toolbar

    Producing Top 10 Reports

    Grouping Pivot Fields

      Grouping Date Fields

      When Grouping by Months, Include Years

      Grouping Date Fields by Week

      Grouping Two Date Fields in One Report

      Order Lead-Time Report

      Grouping Numeric Fields

      Grouping Text Fields

      Grouping and Ungrouping

    Next Steps

6. Performing Calculations Within Your Pivot Tables.

    Introducing Calculated Fields and Calculated Items

      Method 1: Manually Add the Calculated Field to Your Data Source

      Method 2: Use a Formula Outside of Your Pivot Table to Create the Calculated Field

      Method 3: Insert a Calculated Field Directly into Your Pivot Table

    Creating Your First Calculated Field

      Summarizing Next Year's Forecast

    Creating Your First Calculated Item

      Creating a Mini-Dashboard

    Rules and Shortcomings of Pivot Table Calculations

      Order of Operator Precedence

      Cell References and Named Ranges

     Worksheet Functions

      Constants

      Referencing Totals

      Rules Specific to Calculated Fields

      Rules Specific to Calculated Items

    Managing and Maintaining Your Pivot Table Calculations

      Editing and Deleting Your Pivot Table Calculations

      Changing the Solve Order or Your Calculated Items

      Documenting Your Formulas

    Next Steps

7. Creating and Using Pivot Charts.

    What Is a Pivot Chart Really?

    Creating Your First Pivot Chart

    Rules and Limitations of Pivot Charts

      Pivot Chart Layout Optimization

      Scatter, Bubble, and Stock Charts Off Limits

      Limitations on Element Size and Location

      Certain Customizations Aren't Permanent

      Create a Dynamic Year-Over-Year Chart

    Alternatives to Using Pivot Charts

      Avoiding Overhead

      Avoid the Formatting Limitations of Pivot Charts

    Next Steps

8. Using Disparate Data Sources for Your Pivot Table.

    Working with Disparate Data Sources

    Using Multiple Consolidation Ranges

    The Anatomy of a Multiple Consolidation Range Pivot Table

      The Row Field

      The Column Field

      The Value Field

      The Page Fields

      Redefining Your Pivot Table

      Consolidate and Analyze Eight Datasets

    Creating a Pivot Table from an Existing Pivot Table

    Next Steps

9. Using External Data Sources for Your Pivot Table.

    Building a Pivot Table Using External Data Sources

      Working Around Excel's Data Management Limitations

      About MS Query

      Analyze a Dataset with More Than 83,000 Records with a Pivot Table

    Importing and Using External Data Without the PivotTable Wizard

    Creating Dynamic Pivot Table Reporting Systems

      Create a Standalone Dynamic Pivot Table Reporting System

    Pivot Table Data Options

    Next Steps

10. Leveraging the Power of OLAP Cubes.

    Defining OLAP?

    Benefits of OLAP Cubes

    Introduction to Data Warehouses and OLAP Cubes

      Operational Data

      Warehousing Your Data

      Enter the Cube

      Cubes Offer Prebuilt Data Views

    Connecting to an OLAP Cube

      Make the Connection to a Local Cube

      Make the Connection to a Server Cube

    Working with an OLAP Pivot Table

      Arranging the Data

      Drilling Into the Cube

      Using Page Fields

    Comparing OLAP Cubes' Pivot Tables to Excel Data

      OLAP Handles More Data, Faster

      Dimensions or Measures

      OLAP Measures Are Already Grouped

      Drill-Through of OLAP Data

      Calculated Fields with OLAP

      Other Pivot Table Features Operate the Same

    Other Considerations When Using OLAP Cubes

      Viewing an OLAP Cube Online

      Writing Back to a Cube

      Setting Actions in a Cube

      Combining Cubes

      Building a Local Cube

    Next Steps

11. Enhancing Your Pivot Table Reports with Macros.

    Why Use Macros with Your Pivot Table Reports?

    Recording Your First Macro

    Creating a User Interface with Form Controls

    Altering a Recorded Macro to Add Functionality

      Synchronize Two Pivot Tables with One Combo Box

    Next Steps

12. Using VBA to Create Pivot Tables.

    Introduction to VBA

      Enable VBA in Your Copy of Excel

      Visual Basic Editor

      Visual Basic Tools

      The Macro Recorder

      Understanding Object-Oriented Code

    Tricks of the Trade

      Write Code to Handle Any Size Data Range

      Use Super-Variables-Object Variables

    Versions

    Build a Pivot Table in Excel VBA

      Getting a Sum Instead of a Count

      Cannot Move or Change Part of a Pivot Report

      Size of a Finished Pivot Table

    Revenue by Model for a Product Line Manager

      Eliminate Blank Cells in the Data Area

      Control the Sort Order with AutoSort

     Default Number Format

      Suppress Subtotals for Multiple Row Fields

      Suppress Grand Total for Rows

    Handle Additional Annoyances

      New Workbook to Hold the Report

      Summary on a Blank Report Worksheet

      Fill Outline View

      Final Formatting

      Add Subtotals

      Put It All Together

    Issues with Two or More Data Fields

      Calculated Data Fields

      Calculated Items

    Summarize Date Fields with Grouping

      Group by Week

    Advanced Pivot Table Techniques

      AutoShow Feature to Produce Executive Overviews

      ShowDetail to Filter a Recordset

      Create Reports for Each Region or Model

      Manually Filter Two or More Items in a PivotField

    Control the Sort Order Manually

    Sum, Average, Count, Min, Max, and More

    Report Percentages

      Percentage of Total

      Percentage Growth from Previous Month

      Percentage of a Specific Item

      Running Total

      Special Considerations for Excel 97

    Next Steps

A. Solutions to Common Questions and Issues with Pivot Tables.

    What does "The PivotTable field name is not valid" mean?

      Problem

      Solution

    When I refresh my pivot table, my data disappears.

      Problem

      Solution

    When I try to group a field, I get an error message.

      Problem

      Solution

    Why can't I group my month fields into quarters?

      Problem

      Solution

    My pivot table is showing the same data item twice.

      Problem

      Solution

    Why are deleted data items still showing up in the page field?

      Problem

      Solution

    When I type a formula referencing a pivot table, I cannot copy the formula down.

      Problem

      Solution

    How can I sort data items in a unique order that is not ascending or descending?

      Problem

      Solution

    How do I turn my pivot table into hard data?

      Problem

      Solution

    Is there an easy way to fill the empty cells left by row fields?

      Problem

      Solution

    Is there an easy way to fill the empty cells left by row fields in multiple columns?

      Problem

    Solution

    How do I add a rank number field to my pivot table?

      Problem

      Solution

    Why does my pivot chart exclude months for certain data items?

      Problem

      Solution

    Can I create a pivot chart on the same sheet as my pivot table?

      Problem

      Solution

    How can I turn my pivot table report into an interactive web page?

      Problem

      Solution

Index.

Interesting book: Procedimientos de Matemáticas Comerciales Prácticos
Ultimate Robot

Author: Robert Malon
Ultimate Robot is both a visual feast of the robot in pop culture and a reference guide for collectors of toy, kit, and warrior robot memorabilia - the first definitive guide for all readers fascinated by these amazing mechanical wonders. Packed with over 500 color photographs of all types of robots, from classic tin toys and film androids to Battlebots and futuristic fantasy robots, Ultimate Robot covers the history of robotics, the innovators who made robots possible, a glossary of useful terms, and the robots of tomorrow.
Author Biography: A chairman of the Automation Hall of Fame and founder of Automation News, Robert Malone has been a leading player in the field of automation for more than 30 years.

Stylin with CSS or vi Editor Pocket Reference

2009-01-16T05:35:00.000-08:00

Stylin' with CSS: A Designer's Guide, Second Edition

Author: Charles Wyke Smith
Cascading Style Sheets enable you to rapidly create web designs that can be shared by hundreds or even thousands of web pages. It accelerates development cycles by centralizing text and layout information for easy editing and updates. This book teaches you everything you need to know to start using CSS in your web development work, from the basics of marking up your content and styling text, through the creation of multi-column page layouts without the use of tables. Learn to create interface components, such as drop-down menus, navigation links, and animated graphical buttons, using only CSS (no JavaScript required). Discover how to design code that works on the latest standard-compliant browsers, such as IE7 and current versions of Firefox, Safari, and Opera, while working around the quirks of the older ones. With a mastery of CSS, your web design capabilities will move to a new level, and everything you need to know to get started and build your skills is right here in this book. You’ll be stylin’ in no time!

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vi Editor Pocket Reference

Author: Arnold Robbins
The vi Editor Pocket Reference is a companion volume to O'Reilly's newly updated 6th edition of Learning the vi Editor, presenting movement and editing commands, the command-line options, and other elements of the vi editor in an easy-to-use tabular format.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Conventions
1.Command-Line Options
2.vi Commands
3.Input Mode Shortcuts
4.Substitution and Regular Expressions
5.ex Commands
6.Initialization and Recovery
7.vi Options
8.Enhanced Tags and Tag Stacks
9.nvi-New vi
10.elvis
11.vim-vi Improved
12.vile-vi Like Emacs
13.Clone Source and Contact Information

Quantum Computer Science or Birt

2009-01-14T12:28:00.000-08:00

Quantum Computer Science: An Introduction

Author: N David Mermin
In the 1990's it was realized that quantum physics has some spectacular applications in computer science. This book is a concise introduction to quantum computation, developing the basic elements of this new branch of computational theory without assuming any background in physics. It begins with an introduction to the quantum theory from a computer-science perspective. It illustrates the quantum-computational approach with several elementary examples of quantum speed-up, before moving to the major applications: Shor's factoring algorithm, Grover's search algorithm, and quantum error correction. The book is intended primarily for computer scientists who know nothing about quantum theory, but will also be of interest to physicists who want to learn the theory of quantum computation, and philosophers of science interested in quantum foundational issues. It evolved during six years of teaching the subject to undergraduates and graduate students in computer science, mathematics, engineering, and physics, at Cornell University.

Table of Contents:
Preface     xi
A note on references     xv
Cbits and Qbits     1
What is a quantum computer?     1
Cbits and their states     3
Reversible operations on Cbits     8
Manipulating operations on Cbits     11
Qbits and their states     17
Reversible operations on Qbits     19
Circuit diagrams     21
Measurement gates and the Born rule     23
The generalized Born rule     28
Measurement gates and state preparation     30
Constructing arbitrary 1- and 2-Qbit states     32
Summary: Qbits versus Cbits     34
General features and some simple examples     36
The general computational process     36
Deutsch's problem     41
Why additional Qbits needn't mess things up     46
The Bernstein-Vazirani problem     50
Simon's problem     54
Constructing Toffoli gates     58
Breaking RSA encryption     63
Period finding, factoring, and cryptography     63
Number-theoretic preliminaries     64
RSA encryption     66
Quantum period finding: preliminary remarks     68
The quantum Fourier transform     71
Eliminating the 2-Qbit gates     76
Finding the period     79
Calculating the periodic function     83
The unimportance of small phase errors     84
Period finding and factoring     86
Searching with a quantum computer     88
The nature of the search     88
The Grover iteration     89
How to construct W     94
Generalization to several special numbers     96
Searching for one out of four items     98
Quantum error correction     99
The miracle of quantum error correction     99
A simplified example     100
The physics of error generation     109
Diagnosing error syndromes     113
The 5-Qbit error-correcting code     117
The 7-Qbit error-correcting code     121
Operations on 7-Qbit codewords     124
A 7-Qbit encoding circuit     127
A 5-Qbit encoding circuit     128
Protocols that use just a few Qbits     136
Bell states     136
Quantum cryptography     137
Bit commitment     143
Quantum dense coding      146
Teleportation     149
The GHZ puzzle     154
Appendices     159
Vector spaces: basic properties and Dirac notation     159
Structure of the general 1-Qbit unitary transformation     168
Structure of the general 1-Qbit state     173
Spooky action at a distance     175
Consistency of the generalized Born rule     181
Other aspects of Deutsch's problem     183
The probability of success in Simon's problem     187
One way to make a cNOT gate     189
A little elementary group theory     193
Some simple number theory     195
Period finding and continued fractions     197
Better estimates of success in period finding     201
Factoring and period finding     203
Shor's 9-Qbit error-correcting code     207
A circuit-diagrammatic treatment of the 7-Qbit code     210
On bit commitment     216
Index     218
Book review: Intrinsic Motivation and Self Determination in Exercise and Sport or FDA Regulatory Affairs
Birt: A Field Guide to Reporting (Eclipse Series)

Author: Diana Peh
The world-wide developer community has downloaded over three million copies of BIRT (Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools) from the Eclipse web site. Built on the open-source Eclipse platform, BIRT is a powerful reporting system that provides an end-to-end solution, from creating and deploying reports to integrating report capabilities in enterprise applications.

The first in a two-book series about this exciting technology, BIRT, Second Edition: A Field Guide to Reporting is the authoritative guide to using BIRT Report Designer, the graphical tool that enables users of all levels to build reports, simple to sophisticated, without any programming.

BIRT, Second Edition: A Field Guide to Reporting is an essential resource for users who want to create presentation quality reports from day one. The extensive examples, step-by-step instructions, and abundant illustrations help new users develop their report design skills quickly. Power users can find the information they need to make the most of the product’s rich set of features to build complex and compelling reports. By the time you finish this book, you learn the following and more

Design effective business and corporate reports that convey information through images, charts, tables, and cross tabs
Build reports using data from a variety of sources, including databases, XML documents, spreadsheets, and web services
Enliven reports with interactive features, such as hyperlinks, Tooltips, and highlighting
Create consistently styled reports and collaborate with other report designers through the use of templates and libraries of reusableelements
Localize reports for an international audience

This second edition, revised and expanded, adds updated examples and covers all the new and improved product features, including

Cross tabs and OLAP cubes
New chart types, including Gantt, bubble, tube, and cone charts
Web services as a new data source
New report output formats, including doc, ppt, xls, and PostScript
The capability for reports to reference CSS
Localization of report parameter and data values

Always On or Intelligent Universe

2009-01-14T01:16:00.000-08:00

Always On

Author: Naomi Baron
In Always On, Naomi S. Baron reveals that online and mobile technologies--including instant messaging, cell phones, multitasking, Facebook, blogs, and wikis--are profoundly influencing how we read and write, speak and listen, but not in the ways we might suppose.
Baron draws on a decade of research to provide an eye-opening look at language in an online and mobile world. She reveals for instance that email, IM, and text messaging have had surprisingly little impact on student writing. Electronic media has magnified the laid-back "whatever" attitude toward formal writing that young people everywhere have embraced, but it is not a cause of it. A more troubling trend, according to Baron, is the myriad ways in which we block incoming IMs, camouflage ourselves on Facebook, and use ring tones or caller ID to screen incoming calls on our mobile phones. Our ability to decide who to talk to, she argues, is likely to be among the most lasting influences that information technology has upon the ways we communicate with one another. Moreover, as more and more people are "always on" one technology or another--whether communicating, working, or just surfing the web or playing games--we have to ask what kind of people do we become, as individuals and as family members or friends, if the relationships we form must increasingly compete for our attention with digital media?
Our 300-year-old written culture is on the verge of redefinition, Baron notes. It's up to us to determine how and when we use language technologies, and to weigh the personal and social benefits--and costs--of being "always on." This engaging and lucidly-crafted book gives us the tools for taking on these challenges.

Table of Contents:
Preface     ix
Email to Your Brain: Language in an Online and Mobile World     3
Language Online: The Basics     11
Controlling the Volume: Everyone a Language Czar     31
Are Instant Messages Speech?: The World of IM     45
My Best Day: Managing "Buddies" and "Friends"     71
Having Your Say: Blogs and Beyond     99
Going Mobile: Cell Phones in Context     127
"Whatever": Is the Internet Destroying Language?     161
Gresham's Ghost: Challenges to Written Culture     183
The People We Become: The Cost of Being Always On     213
Notes     237
References     253
Index     275
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Intelligent Universe: AI, ET, and the Emerging Mind of the Cosmos

Author: James Gardner
What is the ultimate destiny of our universe? That is the striking question addressed by James Gardner in The Intelligent Universe.

Traditionally, scientists (and Robert Frost) have offered two bleak answers to this profound issue: fire or ice.

The cosmos might end in fire-a cataclysmic Big Crunch in which galaxies, planets, and life forms are consumed in a raging inferno as the universe contracts in a kind of Big Bang in reverse.

Or the universe might end in ice-a ceaseless expansion of the fabric of space-time in which matter and energy are eternally diluted and cooled; stars wither and die, , and the cosmos simply fades into quiet and endless oblivion.

In The Intelligent Universe, James Gardner envisions a third dramatic alternative-a final state of the cosmos in which a highly evolved form of group intelligence engineers a cosmic renewal, the birth of a new universe.

Gardner's vision is that life and intelligence are at the very heart of the elegant machinery of the universe. It is a viewpoint that has won outspoken praise from an array of leading scientists, including Sir Martin Rees, Britain's Astronomer Royal, and Templeton Prize winner Paul Davies.

The Intelligent Universe is both a look into the past and a road map for the future of the universe. It explores the mysteries of the universe and of consciousness, and provides a frank and fascinating look at where our minds are taking us.

AutoCAD 2009 for Interior Design and Space Planning or Graphics and GUIs with MATLABThird Edition

2009-01-13T15:04:00.000-08:00

AutoCAD 2009 for Interior Design and Space Planning

Author: Beverly L Kirkpatrick
Organized around architectural projects, AutoCAD for Interior Design and Space Planning gives readers an understanding of the commands and features of AutoCAD 2009 and demonstrates how to use the program to complete interior design and space planning projects. Building on twelve years of updates, the book is appropriate for self-paced and lecture classes and covers both two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings. Using numerous illustrations, the book captures the essence of this powerful program and the importance it plays in the interior design, architecture and space planning professions. Interior Designers, architecture and space planning professionals.

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Graphics and GUIs with MATLAB,Third Edition

Author: Patrick Marchand
MATLAB®, now the industry-standard engineering language for computation, analysis, and visualization, continues to evolve in its capabilities. Version 6.x incorporated several major improvements, including significant enhancements to its graphics features, such as transparencies, increased 3-D visualization, and an improved rendering engine.
The bestselling Graphics and GUIs with MATLAB has been fully revised to reflect MATLAB version 6. The third edition also features a number of improvements in both content and organization that ensure its readers get the optimum level of detail and best possible instruction.
New in the Third Edition:
•Full updates that reflect MATLAB 6.x enhancements
•Expanded discussions on 2-D and 3-D graphics
•New chapters on good GUI design and data visualization techniques
•Volume visualizations
•Updated language commands
•Deeper coverage of programming techniques, such as data structures and callback techniques
•Exercises in each chapter
•Additional examples and updated illustrations
Graphics and GUIs with MATLAB, Third Edition retains the comprehensible, almost conversational tutorial style that made its predecessors so popular but offers a streamlined organization and deeper coverage that make this edition an even better way to acquire or increase proficiency in using MATLAB to its fullest graphics capabilities.
Booknews
A guide to the graphics features of the popular mathematics language, for users at any level of experience, especially technical professionals who need to use the plotting capabilities, programmers who want to learn more about the graphics environment, and people who like having the capability to create pictures using mathematical expressions. No date is noted for the first edition, but the second incorporates features of MATLAB version 5. No bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents:
1 Introduction 1
2 Visualization Considerations 11
3 Plotting in Two Dimensions 19
4 Plotting in Three Dimensions 101
5 Image Graphics 167
6 Generating Output 183
7 Handle Graphics 191
8 Using Color, Light, and Transparency 301
9 Animation 361
10 Elements of GUI Design 385
App.: Quick References 493
Index 513

How to Wow with Photoshop Elements 5 or MCTS Self Paced Training Kit

2009-01-13T05:52:00.000-08:00

How to Wow with Photoshop Elements 5

Author: Jack Davis
Wouldn't it be great if you have three of the world's top digital imaging experts sitting next to you at your computer, helping you navigate through the infinite possibilities available to you in Photoshop Elements 5?
How to Wow with Photoshop Elements 5 is the next best thing. It combines the skills and techniques of Jack Davis and Mike McHugh along with the inspiring designs and creative projects of Wayne Rankin. All three are renowned authors, designers, and educators.
Jack, Mike, and Wayne guide you step-by-step through real-world projects, with an emphasis on uncompromising quality, last-minute flexibility, and phenomenal speed. You'll learn tips and techniques on everything from sorting your digital photos to creating a digital scrapbook. Whether it's optimizing the color and tone of your image, retouching cosmetic undesirables, reconstructing priceless heirlooms, or creating customized wrapping paper, you'll be given the tools at every stage of the process in order to learn How to Wow!

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MCTS Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-528): Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0 Web-Based Client Development (Training Kit Series)

Author: Glenn Johnson
Announcing an all-new Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Training Kit designed to help maximize your performance on Exam 70-528, an exam for the new MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Web Applications certification. This kit packs the tools and features exam candidates want most-including in-depth, self-paced training based on final exam content; rigorous, objective-by-objective review; exam tips from expert, exam-certified authors; and a robust testing suite. It also provides real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting labs for skills and expertise that you can apply to the job.
Focusing on Web-based client development, this official study guide covers topics such as creating and configuring Web applications; using Microsoft ADO.NET, XML, and data-bound controls; creating custom Web controls; using ASP.NET state management; caching; customizing and personalizing a Web application; implementing authentication and authorization; creating ASP.NET mobile Web applications; and tracing, configuring, and deploying applications.
Ace your exam preparation and ramp up quickly on using the .NET Framework for Web-based client development by working at your own pace through the lessons, hands-on exercises, and practice tests. The CD features 425 practice questions and a flexible test engine with pre-assessment and post-assessment capabilities. Choose timed or untimed testing mode, generate random tests, or focus on discrete objectives or chapters, and get detailed explanations for right and wrong answers--including pointers back to the book for further study. You also get a 90-day evaluation version of Microsoft Visual Studio® 2005 and a 15 percent exam discount voucher-making this kit an exceptional value and a great career investment.

Experiencing MIS or Faster Smarter Microsoft Windows XP with Microsoft Plus Digital Media Edition

2009-01-12T17:41:00.000-08:00

Experiencing MIS

Author: David Kroenk
appeals to study habits of today’s students by connecting them with their current learning environment and allowing for flexibility in teaching the subject matter as well.

To encourage student self-regulation, every section of the text is driven by questions, opening and closing scenarios, guides relating subject matter to career interests, and conceptual grids.

  An excellent resource for anyone employed in the information technology sector of business.

Table of Contents:

Part 1 IS and You

1 IS in the Life of Business Professionals

2 Business Processes, Information, and Information Systems

3 Organizational Strategy, Information Systems, and Competitive Advantage

The International Dimension: The Global Economy

Part 2 Using IT

4 Hardware and Software

5 Database Processing

6 Data Communications

The International Dimension: Global Communications

Part 3 IS and Competitive Strategy

7 Competitive Advantage with Information Systems Within Organizations

8 Competitive Advantage with Information Systems Across Organizations

9 Competitive Advantage with Information Systems for Decision Making

The International Dimension: Global IS and the Value Chain

Part 4 Managing IS

10 Information Systems Development

11 Information Systems Management

12 Information Security Management

The International Dimension: International IT Development and Management

Glossary

Index

Chapter Extensions

CE1 Information Systems for Collaboration

CE 2 Information Systems and Decision Making

CE 3 Knowledge Management and Expert Systems

CE 4 Preparing a Computer Budget

CE 5 Database Design

CE 6 Using Microsoft Access

CE 7 How the Internet Works

CE 8 Understanding and Setting Up SOHO Networks

CE 9 Functional Information Systems

CE 10 Cross-Functional Systems: CRM, ERP, and EAI

CE 11 E-Commerce

CE 12 Supply Chain Management

CE 13 Information Technology for Data Exchange: EDI and XML

CE 14 Database Marketing

CE 15 Reporting Systems and OLAP

CE 16 Data Mining and Counter-Terrorism

CE 17 Small-Scale Systems Development

CE 18 Large-Scale Systems Development

CE 19 Alternative Development Techniques

CE 20 Outsourcing

CE 21 Financing and Accounting for IT Projects

CE 22 Managing Computer Security Risk

CE 23 SSL/TLS and //HTTPS

CE 24 Computer Crime and Forensics

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Faster, Smarter Microsoft Windows XP with Microsoft Plus! Digital Media Edition

Author: Ed Bott
Whether you're looking to e-mail photos, network your home computers, or get the latest news on your Pocket PC, this special package can help you do it faster, smarter, better—and you save $10! Get the popular Faster Smarter guide to Windows XP, now with two new chapters, and a full version of Microsoft Plus! Digital Media Edition software together at a great discount. Faster Smarter is your friendly, high-energy guide that cuts to the chase with Windows XP—revealing exactly what you need to know when setting up e-mail, tweaking system settings, building your own network, burning CDs, implementing security features, and more. Two new chapters describe how to do even more amazing things with your new Plus! Digital Media Edition enhancement pack—from adding cool effects to home movies and creating great photo stories to producing archive-quality music files and enjoying your favorite content on the go. You get everything you need to ramp up your digital media experience—and you save $10 off the cost of buying the book and software separately!

UML 20 and the Unified Process or Mastering Windows Network Forensics and Investigation

2009-01-12T07:29:00.000-08:00

UML 2.0 and the Unified Process: Practical Object-Oriented Analysis and Design

Author: Jim Arlow
"This book manages to convey the practical use of UML 2 in clear and understandable terms with many examples and guidelines. Even for people not working with the Unified Process, the book is still of great use. UML 2 and the Unified Process, Second Edition is a must-read for every UML 2 beginner and a helpful guide and reference for the experienced practitioner."

--Roland Leibundgut, Technical Director, Zuehlke Engineering Ltd.

"This book is a good starting point for organizations and individuals who are adopting UP and need to understand how to provide visualization of the different aspects needed to satisfy it. "

--Eric Naiburg, Market Manager, Desktop Products, IBM Rational Software

This thoroughly revised edition provides an indispensable and practical guide to the complex process of object-oriented analysis and design using UML 2. It describes how the process of OO analysis and design fits into the software development lifecycle as defined by the Unified Process (UP).

UML 2 and the Unified Process contains a wealth of practical, powerful, and useful techniques that you can apply immediately. As you progress through the text, you will learn OO analysis and design techniques, UML syntax and semantics, and the relevant aspects of the UP. The book provides you with an accurate and succinct summary of both UML and UP from the point of view of the OO analyst and designer.

This book provides
Chapter roadmaps, detailed diagrams, and margin notes allowing you to focus on your needs
Outline summaries for each chapter, making it ideal for revision, and a comprehensive index that can be used as areference

New to this edition:
Completely revised and updated for UML 2 syntax
Easy to understand explanations of the new UML 2 semantics
More real-world examples
A new section on the Object Constraint Language (OCL)
Introductory material on the OMG's Model Driven Architecture (MDA)

The accompanying website provides
A complete example of a simple e-commerce system
Open source tools for requirements engineering and use case modeling
Industrial-strength UML course materials based on the book

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Mastering Windows Network Forensics and Investigation

Author: Steve Bunting
This comprehensive guide provides you with the training you need to arm yourself against phishing, bank fraud, unlawful hacking, and other computer crimes. Two seasoned law enforcement professionals discuss everything from recognizing high-tech criminal activity and collecting evidence to presenting it in a way that judges and juries can understand. They cover the range of skills, standards, and step-by-step procedures you’ll need to conduct a criminal investigation in a Windows environment and make your evidence stand up in court.

Table of Contents:
Introduction     xix
Network Investigation Overview     3
Performing the Initial Vetting     3
Meeting with the Victim Organization     5
Understanding the Victim Network Information     6
Understanding the Incident Information     7
Identifying and Preserving Evidence     8
Establishing Expectations and Responsibilities     10
Collecting the Evidence     11
Analyzing the Evidence     13
Analyzing the Suspect's Computers     15
Recognizing the Investigative Challenges of Microsoft Networks     18
The Bottom Line     19
The Microsoft Network Structure     21
Connecting Computers     21
Windows Domains     23
Interconnecting Domains     25
Organizational Units     29
Users and Groups     31
Types of Accounts     31
Groups     34
Permissions     37
File Permissions     39
Share Permissions     42
Reconciling Share and File Permissions     43
Example Hack     45
The Bottom Line     52
Beyond the Windows GUI     55
Understanding Programs, Processes, and Threads     56
Redirecting Process Flow     59
DLL Injection     62
Hooking     66
Maintaining Order Using Privilege Modes     70
Using Rootkits     72
The Bottom Line     75
Windows Password Issues     77
Understanding Windows Password Storage     77
Cracking Windows Passwords Stored on Running Systems     79
Exploring Windows Authentication Mechanisms     87
LanMan Authentication     88
NTLM and Kerberos Authentication     91
Sniffing and Cracking Windows Authentication Exchanges     94
Cracking Offline Passwords     102
The Bottom Line     106
Windows Ports and Services     107
Understanding Ports     107
Using Ports as Evidence     111
Understanding Windows Services     117
The Bottom Line     124
Live-Analysis Techniques     129
Finding Evidence in Memory     129
Creating Windows Live-Analysis CDs     131
Selecting Tools for Your Live-Response CD     133
Verifying Your CD     139
Using Your CD      142
Monitoring Communication with the Victim Box     146
Scanning the Victim System     149
Using Stand-alone Tools for Live-analysis     150
Using Commercial Products     150
Using EnCase FIM     150
Using Free Products     157
The Bottom Line     158
Windows File Systems     161
File Systems vs. Operating Systems     161
Understanding FAT File Systems     164
Understanding NTFS File Systems     177
Using NTFS Data Structures     178
Creating, Deleting, and Recovering Data in NTFS     184
Dealing with Alternate Data Streams     187
The Bottom Line     191
The Registry Structure     193
Understanding Registry Concepts     193
Registry History     195
Registry Organization and Terminology     195
Performing Registry Research     201
Viewing the Registry with Forensic Tools     203
Using EnCase to View the Registry     204
Using AccessData's Registry Viewer     207
The Bottom Line     212
Registry Evidence     215
Finding Information in the Software Key     216
Installed Software     216
Last Logon     218
Banners     219
Exploring Windows Security Center and Firewall Settings     220
Analyzing Restore Point Registry Settings     225
Exploring Security Identifiers     231
Investigating User Activity     234
Extracting LSA Secrets     245
Discovering IP Addresses     246
Compensating for Time Zone Offsets     251
Determining the Startup Locations     253
The Bottom Line     260
Tool Analysis     263
Understanding the Purpose of Tool Analysis     263
Exploring Tools and Techniques     267
Strings     268
Dependency Walker     271
Monitoring the Code     273
Monitoring the Tool's Network Traffic     282
External Port Scans     284
The Bottom Line     286
Text-Based Logs     289
Parsing IIS Logs     289
Parsing FTP Logs     300
Parsing DHCP Server Logs     306
Parsing Windows Firewall Logs     310
Using the Microsoft Log Parser     313
The Bottom Line     324
Windows Event Logs     327
Understanding the Event Logs     327
Exploring Auditing Settings     329
Using Event Viewer     334
Searching with Event Viewer     347
The Bottom Line     351
Logon and Account Logon Events     353
Exploring Windows NT Logon Events     353
Analyzing Windows 2000 Event Logs     361
Comparing Logon and Account Logon Events     361
Examining Windows 2000 Logon Events     364
Examining Windows 2000 Account Logon Events     366
Contrasting Windows 2000 and XP Logging     386
Examining Windows Server 2003 Account Logon and Logon Events     393
The Bottom Line     397
Other Audit Events     399
Evaluating Account Management Events     399
Interpreting File and Other Object Access Events     409
Examining Audit Policy Change Events     416
Examining System Log Entries     417
Examining Application Log Entries     422
The Bottom Line     423
Forensic Analysis of Event Logs     425
Using EnCase to Examine Windows Event Log Files     425
Windows Event Log Files Internals     433
Repairing Corrupted Event Log Databases      444
Finding and Recovering Event Logs from Free Space     446
The Bottom Line     453
Presenting the Results     455
Creating a Narrative Report with Hyperlinks     455
The Electronic Report Files     462
Timelines     463
Testifying About Technical Matters     466
The Bottom Line     467
The Bottom Line     469
Network Investigation Overview     469
The Microsoft Network Structure     471
Beyond the Windows GUI     472
Windows Password Issues     474
Windows Ports and Services     475
Live Analysis Techniques     477
Windows File Systems     478
The Registry Structure     480
Registry Evidence     482
Tool Analysis     486
Text-Based Logs     488
Windows Event Logs     492
Logon and Account Logon Events     493
Other Audit Events     495
Forensic Analysis of Event Logs     496
Presenting The Results     498
Index     501

Facebook or Programming Interviews Exposed

2009-01-11T12:16:00.000-08:00

Facebook: The Missing Manual, First Edition

Author: EA Vander Veer
Facebook is the wildly popular, free social networking site that combines the best of blogs, online forums, photo sharing, clever applications, and interaction among friends. The one thing it doesn't have is a user's guide to help you truly take advantage of it. Until now. Facebook: The Missing Manual gives you a crystal clear and entertaining look at everything this fascinating Facebook phenomenon has to offer. Teeming with high-quality color graphics, each page in this Missing Manual is uniquely designed to help you with specific Facebook tasks, such as signing up, networking, shopping, joining groups, finding or filling a job, and a whole lot more. You'll discover how to create your page and make connections with other members in no time -- everybody who went to your school, for example, or those who work at your company or play on your soccer team. Then, bingo! Instant access to the personal and professional details of all the folks you're connected with, the people they're connected with, and so on, and so on. With Facebook: The Missing Manual, you learn to: Join a network, whether it's where you went to school, work-related, or based on other interests Look up old friends, find new ones, and decide who you'd like to keep track of Contact members by virtually poking them, or leaving notes on their message boards Get automatic updates from Facebook friends and send updates of your own Participate in groups of particular interest and meet up with members face-to-face Buy and sell using Facebook's marketplace and classified ads Find a job or hire employees by combing through the member pool Use Facebook as a collaboration tool to keep team members, co-workers, clients,and projects upto date Play it safe by using a multi-pronged approach to ensuring your privacy Think of Facebook as a 30-million-plus-entry searchable Rolodex on steroids! With help from this guide, you'll quickly get into the Facebook experience -- without getting in over your head.

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Programming Interviews Exposed: Secrets to Landing Your Next Job

Author: Eric Giguer
Programming Interviews Exposed
2nd Edition

The pressure is on during the interview process but with the right preparation, you can walk away with your dream job. This classic book uncovers what interviews are really like at America's top software and computer companies and provides you with the tools to succeed in any situation. The authors take you step-by-step through new problems and complex brainteasers they were asked during recent technical interviews.

50 interview scenarios are presented along with in-depth analysis of the possible solutions. The problem-solving process is clearly illustrated so you'll be able to easily apply what you've learned during crunch time. You'll also find expert tips on what questions to ask, how to approach a problem, and how to recover if you become stuck. All of this will help you ace the interview and get the job you want.

What you will learn from this book

* Tips for effectively completing the job application
* Ways to prepare for the entire programming interview process
* How to find the kind of programming job that fits you best
* Strategies for choosing a solution and what your approach says about you
* How to improve your interviewing skills so that you can respond to any question or situation
* Techniques for solving knowledge-based problems, logic puzzles, and programming problems

Who this book is for

This book is for programmers and developers applying for jobs in the software industry or in IT departments of major corporations.

Wrox Beginning guides are crafted to make learning programming languages and technologies easier than you think, providing a structured,tutorial format that will guide you through all the techniques involved.

Table of Contents:
Preface.

Acknowledgements.

1. Before the Search.

2. The Job Application Process.

3. Approaches to Programming Problems.

4. Linked Lists.

5. Trees and Graphs.

6. Arrays and Strings.

7. Recursion.

8. Concurrany.

9. Object Oriented Programming.

10. Databases.

11. Other Programming Topics.

12. Counting, Measuring, and Ordering Puzzles.

13. Graphical and Spatial Puzzles.

14. Knowledge-Based Questions.

15. Non-Technical Questions.

16. Conclusion.

Appendix. Resumes.

Index.

New Perspectives on Microsoft Office Word 2007 Comprehensive or The Computational Beauty of Nature

2009-01-11T03:05:00.000-08:00

New Perspectives on Microsoft Office Word 2007, Comprehensive

Author: S Scott Zimmerman
Following the critical thinking, problem-solving approach of the New Perspectives Series learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Word 2007, including the new features of the software. The case-based tutorials challenge learners to apply what they are learning to real-life tasks, preparing them to easily transfer skills to new situations. With the New Perspectives Series approach, learners understand why they're learning what they're learning, and are better situated to retain skills.

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The Computational Beauty of Nature: Computer Explorations of Fractals, Chaos, Complex Systems, and Adaptation

Author: Gary William Flak
Honorable Mention, 1998, category of Computer Science, Professional/Scholarly Publishing Annual Awards Competition presented by the Association of American Publishers, Inc.

In this book Gary William Flake develops in depth the simple idea that recurrent rules can produce rich and complicated behaviors. Distinguishing "agents" (e.g., molecules, cells, animals, and species) from their interactions (e.g., chemical reactions, immune system responses, sexual reproduction, and evolution), Flake argues that it is the computational properties of interactions that account for much of what we think of as "beautiful" and "interesting." From this basic thesis, Flake explores what he considers to be today's four most interesting computational topics: fractals, chaos, complex systems, and adaptation.

Each of the book's parts can be read independently, enabling even the casual reader to understand and work with the basic equations and programs. Yet the parts are bound together by the theme of the computer as a laboratory and a metaphor for understanding the universe. The inspired reader will experiment further with the ideas presented to create fractal landscapes, chaotic systems, artificial life forms, genetic algorithms, and artificial neural networks.

Table of Contents:
Preface
1 Introduction 1
I Computation 9
2 Number Systems and Infinity 11
3 Computability and Incomputability 23
4 Postscript: Computation 51
II Fractals 59
5 Self-Similarity and Fractal Geometry 61
6 L-Systems and Fractal Growth 77
7 Affine Transformation Fractals 93
8 The Mandelbrot Set and Julia Sets 111
9 Postscript: Fractals 129
III Chaos 137
10 Nonlinear Dynamics in Simple Maps 139
11 Strange Attractors 159
12 Producer-Consumer Dynamics 181
13 Controlling Chaos 203
14 Postscript: Chaos 221
IV Complex Systems 229
15 Cellular Automata 231
16 Autonomous Agents and Self-Organization 261
17 Competition and Cooperation 281
18 Natural and Analog Computation 307
19 Postscript: Complex Systems 327
V Adaptation 337
20 Genetics and Evolution 339
21 Classifier Systems 361
22 Neural Networks and Learning 383
23 Postscript: Adaptation 415
Epilogue 425
24 Duality and Dichotomy 427
Source Code Notes 435
Glossary 443
Bibliography 469
Index 483

Mac OS X Leopard Pocket Guide or Unix

2009-01-10T14:53:00.000-08:00

Mac OS X Leopard Pocket Guide

Author: Chuck Toporek
No matter how much Mac experience you have, Mac OS X Leopard requires that you get reacquainted. This little guide is packed with more than 300 tips and techniques to help you do just that. You get all details you need to learn Leopard's new features, configure your system, and get the most out of your Mac. Pronto. Mac OS X Leopard Pocket Guide offers an easy-to-read format for users of all levels. If you're a Mac newcomer, there's a Survival Guide that explains how to adapt, and a chapter on Mac OS X's key features. Experienced Mac users can go right to the heart of Leopard with chapters on system preferences, applications and utilities, and configuring. In all, plenty of tables, concise descriptions, and step-by-step instructions explain: What's new in Leopard, including the Time Machine How to use Leopard's totally revamped Finder All about Spaces and how to quickly flip between them How to search for and find things with Spotlight How to use Leopard's enhanced Parental Controls Handy keyboard shortcuts to help you be more efficient Quick tips for setting up and configuring your Mac to make it your own If you're ready to tame Apple's new cat, this is the guide you want.

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Unix (Visual QuickStart Series)

Author: Deborah S Ray
Need to learn Unix fast? Try a Visual QuickStart!
This best-selling reference’s visual format and step-by-step, task-based instructions will have you up and running with Unix software in no time. In this completely updated edition of our best-selling guide to Unix, Second Edition: Visual QuickStart Guide, leading software application experts Deborah S. Ray and Eric J. Ray use crystal-clear instructions and friendly prose to introduce you to Unix. Filled with step-by-step, task-based instructions and loads of visual aids, this book explains how to the most common Unix commands.

	Background	1
1	Background	3
	Techniques	69
2	Analogue synthesis	71
3	Hybrid synthesis	155
4	Sampling	197
5	Digital synthesis	223
	Applications	285
6	Using synthesis	287
7	Controllers	330
8	Performance	355
	Analysis	391
9	The future of synthesis	393

	Preface
Ch. 1	What we were, who we are, and who we are becoming	1
Ch. 2	A fork in the road : business or technology?	21
Ch. 3	A unified competency profile	65
Ch. 4	Connecting IT to value creation	115
Ch. 5	Focus and prioritization	173
Ch. 6	Final preparations	235
	Glossary	275
	Index	285

1	Introduction	1
2	Curves	34
3	Hermite curves	56
4	Bezier curves	122
5	B-spline curves	149
6	Surfaces	177
7	Bicubic hermite surfaces	200
8	Bezier surfaces	255
9	B-spline surfaces	265
10	Solids	275
11	Complex model construction	318
12	Geometric properties	387

Ch. 1	Exploring videoblogs	1
Ch. 2	Finding your story	35
Ch. 3	Checking your toolbox	49
Ch. 4	Shooting video	63
Ch. 5	Editing for vlogs	79
Ch. 6	Compression 101	113
Ch. 7	Vlog	139
Ch. 8	Attracting an audience	161

	Getting Started	1
	A Quick Tour of Adobe Illustrator	5
Lesson 1	Getting to Know the Work Area	29
Lesson 2	Selection Basics	51
Lesson 3	Creating Basic Shapes	67
Lesson 4	Drawing with the Pen tool	93
Lesson 5	Painting	129
Lesson 6	Applying Transparency and Blending Modes	153
Lesson 7	Working with Layers	169
Lesson 8	Transforming Objects	195
Lesson 9	Working with Placement and Order of Objects	227
Lesson 10	Applying Appearance Attributes, Styles, and Effects	249
Lesson 11	Working with type	281
Lesson 12	Blending Shapes and Colors	311
Lesson 13	Working with Symbols	333
Lesson 14	Working with Brushes and Scribbles	353
Lesson 15	Creating Airbrush Effects	393
Lesson 16	Using the 3D Effect	419
Lesson 17	Printing Artwork and Producing Color Separations	447
Lesson 18	Combining Illustrator Graphics and Photoshop Images	479
Lesson 19	Creating a Web Publication	503
	Working with Version Cue	549
	Index	557

1	Introduction	1
2	Visualization Considerations	11
3	Plotting in Two Dimensions	19
4	Plotting in Three Dimensions	101
5	Image Graphics	167
6	Generating Output	183
7	Handle Graphics	191
8	Using Color, Light, and Transparency	301
9	Animation	361
10	Elements of GUI Design	385
	App.: Quick References	493
	Index	513

	Preface
1	Introduction	1
I	Computation	9
2	Number Systems and Infinity	11
3	Computability and Incomputability	23
4	Postscript: Computation	51
II	Fractals	59
5	Self-Similarity and Fractal Geometry	61
6	L-Systems and Fractal Growth	77
7	Affine Transformation Fractals	93
8	The Mandelbrot Set and Julia Sets	111
9	Postscript: Fractals	129
III	Chaos	137
10	Nonlinear Dynamics in Simple Maps	139
11	Strange Attractors	159
12	Producer-Consumer Dynamics	181
13	Controlling Chaos	203
14	Postscript: Chaos	221
IV	Complex Systems	229
15	Cellular Automata	231
16	Autonomous Agents and Self-Organization	261
17	Competition and Cooperation	281
18	Natural and Analog Computation	307
19	Postscript: Complex Systems	327
V	Adaptation	337
20	Genetics and Evolution	339
21	Classifier Systems	361
22	Neural Networks and Learning	383
23	Postscript: Adaptation	415
	Epilogue	425
24	Duality and Dichotomy	427
	Source Code Notes	435
	Glossary	443
	Bibliography	469
	Index	483

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