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This dictionary is one of a series covering the terminology and concepts used in important branches of science. The Facts on File Dictionary of Inorganic Chemistry has been designed as an additional source of information for students taking Advanced Placement (AP) Science courses in high schools. It will also be helpful to older students taking introductory college courses. This volume covers inorganic chemistry and includes basic concepts in physical chemistry, classes of compound, reaction mechanisms, and many important named inorganic compounds. The entries on individual chemical elements are designed to give a basic survey of the chemistry of the element. The definitions are intended to be clear and informative and, where possible, we have illustrations of chemical structures. The book also has a selection of short biographical entries for people who have made important contributions to the field. There are appendixes providing a list of all the chemical elements and a periodic table. A short list of useful webpages and a bibliography are also included. The book will be a helpful additional source of information for anyone studying the AP Chemistry course, especially the section on Descriptive Chemistry. It will also be useful to students of metallurgy and other related fields. # Hardcover: 256 pages # Publisher: Facts on File (November 2003) # Language: English # ISBN-10: 0816049262 # ISBN-13: 978-0816049264 Read more...

Product Description Dictionaries tell stories of many kinds. The history of dictionaries, of how they were produced, published and used, has much to tell us about the language and the culture of the past. This monumental work of scholarship draws on published and archival material to survey a wide range of dictionaries of western European languages (including English, German, Latin and Greek) published between the early sixteenth and mid seventeenth centuries. John Considine establishes a new and powerful model for the social and intellectual history of lexicography by examining dictionaries both as imaginative texts and as scholarly instruments. He tells the stories of national and individual heritage and identity that were created through the making of dictionaries in the early modern period. Far from dry, factual collections of words, dictionaries are creative works, shaping as well as recording early modern culture and intellectual history. Book Description John Considine establishes a new and powerful model for the social and intellectual history of lexicography by examining dictionaries both as imaginative texts and as scholarly instruments. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Hardcover: 408 pages * Publisher: Cambridge University Press (April 21, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0521886740 * ISBN-13: 978-0521886741 Read more...

Book Description Encyclopedic dictionary contains clear and useful definitions of the terms associated with plant breeding and related scientific/technological disciplines. Provides helpful tables, examples, and breeding schemes to make the data easy to access and utilize. Book Info Encyclopedic dictionary contains clear and useful definitions of the terms associated with plant breeding and related scientific/technological disciplines. Provides helpful tables, examples, and breeding schemes to make the data easy to access and utilize. Product Details * Hardcover: 563 pages * Publisher: CRC; 1 edition (May 13, 2003) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 1560229500 * ISBN-13: 978-1560229506 Read more...

Review `The greatest reference books are often the culmination of the life's work of an individual scholar. So it is with this book. No better single collection is likely to be found in print anywhere. It represents a great achievement in such a magnificent collection of elusive and disparate material ... belongs in any major collection.' - Reference Reviews `No folklore collection can afford to be without these volumes.' - Choice `This work will be useful in university literature, folklore, history and social history collections and in all libraries as a basic reference source.' - Library Journal `This enormous, fascinating collection will appeal as much to browsers as to scholars.' - Times Literary Supplement `A first-rate piece of meticulous scholarship.' - Folklore `We are completely in Dr Briggs' debt for this complete, authoritative and seminal canon.' - Times Education Supplement 'Katherine M. Briggs has done a wonderful job in bringing all these old stories together. She has had access to all the great collections and has done a most painstaking job classifying them. [The book] will prove fascinating to anyone who cares about how they vary in different parts of the country.' - Daily Telegraph Book Description A classic in folklore scholarship arranged in 2 parts. Folk Narratives contains tales told for edification or delight, but not thought to be factually true.Folk Legends presents tales the tellers believed to records of the actual events. Read more...

This dictionary is one of a series designed for use in schools. It is intended for students of mathematics, but we hope that it will also be helpful to other science students and to anyone interested in science. Facts On File also publishes dictionaries in a variety of disciplines, including biology, chemistry, forensic science, marine science, physics, space and astronomy, and weather and climate. The Facts On File Dictionary of Mathematics was first published in 1980 and the third edition was published in 1999. This fourth edition of the dictionary has been extensively revised and extended. The dictionary now contains over 2,000 headwords covering the terminology of modern mathematics. A totally new feature of this edition is the inclusion of over 800 pronunciations for terms that are not in everyday use. A number of appendixes have been included at the end of the book containing useful information, including symbols and notation, symbols for physical quantities, areas and volumes, expansions, derivatives, integrals, trigonometric formulae, a table of powers and roots, and a Greek alphabet. There is also a list of Web sites and a bibliography. A guide to using the dictionary has also been added to this latest version of the book. We would like to thank all the people who have cooperated in producing this book. A list of contributors is given on the acknowledgments page. We are also grateful to the many people who have given additional help and advice. # Read more...

The Village Voice A remarkably complete book stocked with the knowledge of esoteric Asian traditions, never before seen by Western eyes. Opulent cocktailable sexbiggies. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. The Village Voice A remarkably complete book stocked with the knowledge of esoteric Asian traditions never before seen by Western eyes. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Paperback: 352 pages * Publisher: Destiny Books; 20 Anv edition (December 1, 1999) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0892818050 * ISBN-13: 978-0892818051 Read more...

Product Description Verb! Plural noun! Adjective! See language in action and never forget a grammar point again! Through fun illustrations and colorful diagrams, you'll learn the essential points of grammar. Just Enough English Grammar Illustrated gives you visual cues to the parts of speech and their usage, so you'll know how to use them correctly when are speaking or writing in English. About the Author Gabrielle Stobbe is an innovative educator with over 25 years' experience teaching and tutoring foreign languages to students of all ages. She has taught at the Goethe Institute, John Hopkins School for Advanced Studies, and the Foreign Service Institute, Arlington, VA. Product Details * Paperback: 160 pages * Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (December 13, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0071492321 * ISBN-13: 978-0071492324 Read more...

Preface Welcome to The Sex God Method. By purchasing this book, you’ve taken a huge step towards improving your sex life and relationships. The Sex God Method is a complete and comprehensive guide to sexual mastery. But, before reading it, there are a few things you should know. First, you are taking a risk of pregnancy and STDs every time you have sex. Although this risk can be minimized by safe sexual practices, it is always present. Second, you should always practice safe protected sex until you are sure that you can trust your partner. This book describes controversial sexual practices including forced-sex and rape fantasies. They are advocated only in the context of being role-playing fantasies, real rape is always a bad idea. Keep an open mind at all times when reading this book. It is called The Sex God Method for a reason – the ideas presented in this book are not a collection of nifty tricks and techniques, but rather a system intended to change you from a sexual dud to a Sex God. If you’re not prepared to have all your beliefs about sex challenged, stop right here. Read more...

Review "This is a 'must reference'..." N.S. Sapidis (University of the Aegean, Ermoupoli, Greece), in: (Computer-Aided Design, Vol. 37, 2005) Product Description This book provides a comprehensive coverage of the fields Geometric Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, and Scientific Visualization, or Computer-Aided Geometric Design. Leading international experts have contributed, thus creating a one-of-a-kind collection of authoritative articles. There are chapters outlining basic theory in tutorial style, as well as application-oriented articles. Aspects which are covered include: Historical outline Curve and surface methods Scientific Visualization Implicit methods Reverse engineering. This book is meant to be a reference text for researchers in the field as well as an introduction to graduate students wishing to get some exposure to this subject. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Hardcover: 848 pages * Publisher: North Holland; 1 edition (June 1, 2002) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0444511040 * ISBN-13: 978-0444511041 Read more...

Review "(Spiegel provides) Solid theoretical foundations with principles and modelling of Fuel Cells." (This book provides)"Strong theoretical foundation with good presentation and explanations." Muhammad H. Rashid, Ph.D., Fellow IEEE (USA), Fellow IEE (UK) "There are no books to my knowledge that describe how to design a fuel cells"..."The writing style suggests that this would be good book to read"... The foucs on modelling and simulating fuelcells is unique." Dr. Bhansali is a professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of South Florida. "Fuel cells are emerging power generation sources; their detailed modelling would be of interest to chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineers and students working in this area...."I believe more universities will begin offering courses on fuel cells in the near future. Modeling and simulation play an important role in such courses. Therefore, libraries and students are potential candidates for such a book." Hashem Nehrir, Professor of Electrical Engineering, Montana State University, Bozeman See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Hardcover: 408 pages * Publisher: Academic Press (January 15, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0123742595 * ISBN-13: 978-0123742599 Read more...

Amazon.com Say that you've come up with a really nifty idea for a gizmo that would improve the lives of every human being on Earth and probably turn you into a gadzillionaire, too! Before you get too far into the fantasy, you need this extremely detailed and comprehensive guide to the process of getting a patent. This is not a small book, but it contains everything you need to know, including a lot of things you probably don't KNOW you need to know. Very detailed, with examples of forms you'll need, addresses and marketing advice, this is the complete guide you'll need to navigate this complex process from square one to gadzillionaire-ness! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Library Journal This is a revised and considerably enlarged edition of a book published in 1979 by McGraw-Hill ( LJ 7/79). It is more thorough and provides better coverage of peripheral topics (e.g, how to keep lab notebooks, marketing and licensing inventions) than Kenneth Norris's The Inventor's Guide to Low-Cost Patenting ( LJ 7/85). Norris, however, includes more extracts from relevant regulations and the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. The heart of both books is the process of acquiring a patent: searching for "prior art," drafting claims and applications, making drawings and responding appropriately to "office actions" of the Patent and Trademark Office. Pressman writes well and formats the material for easy reference. Recommended for public Read more...

Product Description Building on the popular Sybex Study Guide approach, this book provides 100overage of the CISSP Body of Knowledge exam objectives. You'll find: * Clear and concise information on crucial security topics. * Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience. * Leading-edge exam preparation software, including two full-length 250 bonus exams, as well as electronic flashcards. * Authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including access control; application security; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; cryptography; information security and risk management; legal, regulations, compliance and investigations; operations security; physical (environmental) security; and security architecture and design telecommunications and network security. Order your copy today. Download Description CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide Here's the book you need to prepare for the challenging CISSP exam from (ISC This third edition was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's security certification candidates, and has been thoroughly updated to cover recent technological advances in the field of IT security. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that readers have come to expect from Sybex, this book provides: Clear and concise information on critical security technologies and topics Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experi Read more...

Product Description APPLIED SECURITY VISUALIZATION “Collecting log data is one thing, having relevant information is something else. The art to transform all kinds of log data into meaningful security information is the core of this book. Raffy illustrates in a straight forward way, and with hands-on examples, how such a challenge can be mastered. Let's get inspired.” –Andreas Wuchner, Head of Global IT Security, Novartis Use Visualization to Secure Your Network Against the Toughest, Best-Hidden Threats As networks become ever more complex, securing them becomes more and more difficult. The solution is visualization. Using today’s state-of-the-art data visualization techniques, you can gain a far deeper understanding of what’s happening on your network right now. You can uncover hidden patterns of data, identify emerging vulnerabilities and attacks, and respond decisively with countermeasures that are far more likely to succeed than conventional methods. In Applied Security Visualization, leading network security visualization expert Raffael Marty introduces all the concepts, techniques, and tools you need to use visualization on your network. You’ll learn how to identify and utilize the right data sources, then transform your data into visuals that reveal what you really need to know. Next, Marty shows how to use visualization to perform broad network security analyses, assess specific threats, and even improve business compliance. H Read more...

Review "This is a 'must reference'..." N.S. Sapidis (University of the Aegean, Ermoupoli, Greece), in: (Computer-Aided Design, Vol. 37, 2005) Product Description This book provides a comprehensive coverage of the fields Geometric Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, and Scientific Visualization, or Computer-Aided Geometric Design. Leading international experts have contributed, thus creating a one-of-a-kind collection of authoritative articles. There are chapters outlining basic theory in tutorial style, as well as application-oriented articles. Aspects which are covered include: Historical outline Curve and surface methods Scientific Visualization Implicit methods Reverse engineering. This book is meant to be a reference text for researchers in the field as well as an introduction to graduate students wishing to get some exposure to this subject. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Hardcover: 848 pages * Publisher: North Holland; 1 edition (June 1, 2002) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0444511040 * ISBN-13: 978-0444511041 Read more...

Review "(Spiegel provides) Solid theoretical foundations with principles and modelling of Fuel Cells." (This book provides)"Strong theoretical foundation with good presentation and explanations." Muhammad H. Rashid, Ph.D., Fellow IEEE (USA), Fellow IEE (UK) "There are no books to my knowledge that describe how to design a fuel cells"..."The writing style suggests that this would be good book to read"... The foucs on modelling and simulating fuelcells is unique." Dr. Bhansali is a professor of Electrical Engineering at the University of South Florida. "Fuel cells are emerging power generation sources; their detailed modelling would be of interest to chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineers and students working in this area...."I believe more universities will begin offering courses on fuel cells in the near future. Modeling and simulation play an important role in such courses. Therefore, libraries and students are potential candidates for such a book." Hashem Nehrir, Professor of Electrical Engineering, Montana State University, Bozeman See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Hardcover: 408 pages * Publisher: Academic Press (January 15, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0123742595 * ISBN-13: 978-0123742599 Read more...

Amazon.com Say that you've come up with a really nifty idea for a gizmo that would improve the lives of every human being on Earth and probably turn you into a gadzillionaire, too! Before you get too far into the fantasy, you need this extremely detailed and comprehensive guide to the process of getting a patent. This is not a small book, but it contains everything you need to know, including a lot of things you probably don't KNOW you need to know. Very detailed, with examples of forms you'll need, addresses and marketing advice, this is the complete guide you'll need to navigate this complex process from square one to gadzillionaire-ness! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Library Journal This is a revised and considerably enlarged edition of a book published in 1979 by McGraw-Hill ( LJ 7/79). It is more thorough and provides better coverage of peripheral topics (e.g, how to keep lab notebooks, marketing and licensing inventions) than Kenneth Norris's The Inventor's Guide to Low-Cost Patenting ( LJ 7/85). Norris, however, includes more extracts from relevant regulations and the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. The heart of both books is the process of acquiring a patent: searching for "prior art," drafting claims and applications, making drawings and responding appropriately to "office actions" of the Patent and Trademark Office. Pressman writes well and formats the material for easy reference. Recommended for public Read more...

Product Description Building on the popular Sybex Study Guide approach, this book provides 100overage of the CISSP Body of Knowledge exam objectives. You'll find: * Clear and concise information on crucial security topics. * Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience. * Leading-edge exam preparation software, including two full-length 250 bonus exams, as well as electronic flashcards. * Authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including access control; application security; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; cryptography; information security and risk management; legal, regulations, compliance and investigations; operations security; physical (environmental) security; and security architecture and design telecommunications and network security. Order your copy today. Download Description CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide Here's the book you need to prepare for the challenging CISSP exam from (ISC This third edition was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's security certification candidates, and has been thoroughly updated to cover recent technological advances in the field of IT security. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that readers have come to expect from Sybex, this book provides: Clear and concise information on critical security technologies and topics Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experi Read more...

Product Description APPLIED SECURITY VISUALIZATION “Collecting log data is one thing, having relevant information is something else. The art to transform all kinds of log data into meaningful security information is the core of this book. Raffy illustrates in a straight forward way, and with hands-on examples, how such a challenge can be mastered. Let's get inspired.” –Andreas Wuchner, Head of Global IT Security, Novartis Use Visualization to Secure Your Network Against the Toughest, Best-Hidden Threats As networks become ever more complex, securing them becomes more and more difficult. The solution is visualization. Using today’s state-of-the-art data visualization techniques, you can gain a far deeper understanding of what’s happening on your network right now. You can uncover hidden patterns of data, identify emerging vulnerabilities and attacks, and respond decisively with countermeasures that are far more likely to succeed than conventional methods. In Applied Security Visualization, leading network security visualization expert Raffael Marty introduces all the concepts, techniques, and tools you need to use visualization on your network. You’ll learn how to identify and utilize the right data sources, then transform your data into visuals that reveal what you really need to know. Next, Marty shows how to use visualization to perform broad network security analyses, assess specific threats, and even improve business compliance. H Read more...

The second edition of this well-known and highly regarded text can be used as the basis for a one- or two-semester undergraduate course in signals and linear systems theory and applications. Topics include basic signals and systems concepts, linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, Fourier representations of continuous-time and discrete-time signals, the CT and DT Fourier transforms, and time- and frequency-domain analysis methods. The author emphasizes applications of the theory through numerous examples in filtering, sampling, communications, and feedback. The parallel development of continuous-time and discrete-time frequency domain methods allows the reader to apply insights and intuition across the two domains. It also facilitates a deeper understanding of the material by bringing into focus the similarities and differences between the two domains. The text also includes introductory chapters on communication systems and control theory. This book assumes that you have a background in calculus as well as exposure to complex numbers and elementary differential equations. Because of its thoroughness and unhurried pace, this text is highly recommended for students and those interested in self-study. The publisher, Prentice-Hall Engineering/Science/Mathematics This comprehensive exploration of signals and systems develops continuous-time and discrete-time concepts/methods in parallel -- highlighting the similarities and differences -- and features introductory treatments of t Read more...

Product Description It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover. Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process of determining what’s going on with you and give you a better idea of where you fall so that you can get yourself into proper treatment right away. The book covers all aspects of PPD, from its history and its origins to its effects on women and their families to the wide variety of treatments available—including conventional Western medicine, psychological therapy, alternative medical treatments, and self-care measures. Postpartum Depression For Dummies reveals: * Why some doctors may be hush-hush about PPD * How to distinguish between pregnancy hormone changes, "baby blues," and PPD * The difficulties of getting a proper diagnosis * The role and importance of a therapist * The benefits of medication for depression * Alternative treatments with a successful track record * How to find the right balance of psychological, medical, and alternative treatment * Ways you can help foster recovery * The nutrition you need to care for yourself properly * How to help your partner help you Postpartum De Read more...

Book Description It’s time we cleared the air about ham radio. If you think of it as staticky transmissions sent by people in the middle of nowhere, think again. Today’s ham radio goes beyond wireless to extreme wireless, Operators transmit data and pictures, use the Internet, laser, and microwave transmitters, and travel to places high and low to make contact. In an emergency or natural disaster, ham radio can replace downed traditional communication and save lives. Whether you’re just getting turned on to ham radio or already have your license, Ham Radio for Dummies helps you with the terminology, the technology and the talknology. You discover how to: * Decipher the jargon and speak the language * Buy or upgrade your equipment, including the all-important antennas * Build a ham radio shack, complete with the rig, a computer, mobile/base rig, microphones, keys, headphones, antennas, cables and feedlines * Study for your license, master Morse code, take the test and get your call sign * Understand the basics of ragchews (conversations), nets (organized on-air meetings) and DX-ing (competing in contacts to make contacts) * Keeping logs with the vital statistics, including time (in UTC or World Time), frequency, and call sign Written by Ward Silver, an electrical engineer, Certified Amateur Radio License Examiner, and columnist for QST, a monthly magazine for ham operators, Ham Radio for Dummies gives you the info you need to delve into the science or dive into the Read more...

Book Description 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 Read more...

Review "...all you need to know about using your player and managing music files..."(PC Home, February 2004) "...a new book just on sale revealing the secret on how to get the best from this sleek little gadget..." (Northern Echo, February 2004) "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." (Burton Mail, January 2004) "...all you need to know about using your player and managing music files..."(PC Home, February 2004) "...a new book just on sale revealing the secret on how to get the best from this sleek little gadget..." (Northern Echo, February 2004) "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." (Burton Mail, January 2004) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burton Mail, January 04 "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Paperback: 408 pages * Publisher: For Dummies; 3 edition (September 30, 2005) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0471747394 * ISBN-13: 978-0471747390 Read more...

Product Description Building on the popular Sybex Study Guide approach, this book provides 100overage of the CISSP Body of Knowledge exam objectives. You'll find: * Clear and concise information on crucial security topics. * Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience. * Leading-edge exam preparation software, including two full-length 250 bonus exams, as well as electronic flashcards. * Authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including access control; application security; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; cryptography; information security and risk management; legal, regulations, compliance and investigations; operations security; physical (environmental) security; and security architecture and design telecommunications and network security. Order your copy today. Download Description CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide Here's the book you need to prepare for the challenging CISSP exam from (ISC This third edition was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's security certification candidates, and has been thoroughly updated to cover recent technological advances in the field of IT security. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that readers have come to expect from Sybex, this book provides: Clear and concise information on critical security technologies and topics Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experi Read more...

Product Description APPLIED SECURITY VISUALIZATION “Collecting log data is one thing, having relevant information is something else. The art to transform all kinds of log data into meaningful security information is the core of this book. Raffy illustrates in a straight forward way, and with hands-on examples, how such a challenge can be mastered. Let's get inspired.” –Andreas Wuchner, Head of Global IT Security, Novartis Use Visualization to Secure Your Network Against the Toughest, Best-Hidden Threats As networks become ever more complex, securing them becomes more and more difficult. The solution is visualization. Using today’s state-of-the-art data visualization techniques, you can gain a far deeper understanding of what’s happening on your network right now. You can uncover hidden patterns of data, identify emerging vulnerabilities and attacks, and respond decisively with countermeasures that are far more likely to succeed than conventional methods. In Applied Security Visualization, leading network security visualization expert Raffael Marty introduces all the concepts, techniques, and tools you need to use visualization on your network. You’ll learn how to identify and utilize the right data sources, then transform your data into visuals that reveal what you really need to know. Next, Marty shows how to use visualization to perform broad network security analyses, assess specific threats, and even improve business compliance. H Read more...

The second edition of this well-known and highly regarded text can be used as the basis for a one- or two-semester undergraduate course in signals and linear systems theory and applications. Topics include basic signals and systems concepts, linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, Fourier representations of continuous-time and discrete-time signals, the CT and DT Fourier transforms, and time- and frequency-domain analysis methods. The author emphasizes applications of the theory through numerous examples in filtering, sampling, communications, and feedback. The parallel development of continuous-time and discrete-time frequency domain methods allows the reader to apply insights and intuition across the two domains. It also facilitates a deeper understanding of the material by bringing into focus the similarities and differences between the two domains. The text also includes introductory chapters on communication systems and control theory. This book assumes that you have a background in calculus as well as exposure to complex numbers and elementary differential equations. Because of its thoroughness and unhurried pace, this text is highly recommended for students and those interested in self-study. The publisher, Prentice-Hall Engineering/Science/Mathematics This comprehensive exploration of signals and systems develops continuous-time and discrete-time concepts/methods in parallel -- highlighting the similarities and differences -- and features introductory treatments of t Read more...

Product Description It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover. Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process of determining what’s going on with you and give you a better idea of where you fall so that you can get yourself into proper treatment right away. The book covers all aspects of PPD, from its history and its origins to its effects on women and their families to the wide variety of treatments available—including conventional Western medicine, psychological therapy, alternative medical treatments, and self-care measures. Postpartum Depression For Dummies reveals: * Why some doctors may be hush-hush about PPD * How to distinguish between pregnancy hormone changes, "baby blues," and PPD * The difficulties of getting a proper diagnosis * The role and importance of a therapist * The benefits of medication for depression * Alternative treatments with a successful track record * How to find the right balance of psychological, medical, and alternative treatment * Ways you can help foster recovery * The nutrition you need to care for yourself properly * How to help your partner help you Postpartum De Read more...

Book Description It’s time we cleared the air about ham radio. If you think of it as staticky transmissions sent by people in the middle of nowhere, think again. Today’s ham radio goes beyond wireless to extreme wireless, Operators transmit data and pictures, use the Internet, laser, and microwave transmitters, and travel to places high and low to make contact. In an emergency or natural disaster, ham radio can replace downed traditional communication and save lives. Whether you’re just getting turned on to ham radio or already have your license, Ham Radio for Dummies helps you with the terminology, the technology and the talknology. You discover how to: * Decipher the jargon and speak the language * Buy or upgrade your equipment, including the all-important antennas * Build a ham radio shack, complete with the rig, a computer, mobile/base rig, microphones, keys, headphones, antennas, cables and feedlines * Study for your license, master Morse code, take the test and get your call sign * Understand the basics of ragchews (conversations), nets (organized on-air meetings) and DX-ing (competing in contacts to make contacts) * Keeping logs with the vital statistics, including time (in UTC or World Time), frequency, and call sign Written by Ward Silver, an electrical engineer, Certified Amateur Radio License Examiner, and columnist for QST, a monthly magazine for ham operators, Ham Radio for Dummies gives you the info you need to delve into the science or dive into the Read more...

Book Description 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 Read more...

Review "...all you need to know about using your player and managing music files..."(PC Home, February 2004) "...a new book just on sale revealing the secret on how to get the best from this sleek little gadget..." (Northern Echo, February 2004) "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." (Burton Mail, January 2004) "...all you need to know about using your player and managing music files..."(PC Home, February 2004) "...a new book just on sale revealing the secret on how to get the best from this sleek little gadget..." (Northern Echo, February 2004) "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." (Burton Mail, January 2004) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Burton Mail, January 04 "...an invaluable tool to help you get the most out of your iPod..." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. See all Editorial Reviews Product Details * Paperback: 408 pages * Publisher: For Dummies; 3 edition (September 30, 2005) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0471747394 * ISBN-13: 978-0471747390 Read more...

Book Description From the general ledger to the balance sheet — solve bookkeeping problems with ease In order to become a certified bookkeeper, you need to pass the test recently introduced by The American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. No worries with this easy-to-follow guide! This hands-on workbook gets you up to speed in all the basics of bookkeeping, from setting up a company's books and recording transactions to managing employee payroll, handling government paperwork, and closing out the books. With the featured demonstration problems, complementary examples, and multiple-choice questions, you'll sharpen your bookkeeping skills for the real world and improve your performance on any test. * Practice key concepts and skills through real-world bookkeeping problems * Know where you went wrong (or right) with a problem through step-by-step answers * Track day-to-day business operations, handle cash, and develop internal controls * Prove out your books, do your taxes, and get ready for a new bookkeeping year About the Author Lita Epstein, who earned her MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School, enjoys helping people develop good financial, investing and tax-planning skills. While getting her MBA, Lita worked as a teaching assistant for the financial accounting department and ran the accounting lab. After completing her MBA, she managed finances for a small nonprofit organization and for the facilities management section of a la Read more...

Review "...remains a strong contender among object-oriented programming languages". (Library Journal, October 1, 2004) Book Description If you’ve thought of programmers as elite intelligentsia who possess expertise (and perhaps genes) the rest of us will never have, think again. C++ For Dummies, 5th Edition, debunks the myths, blasts the barriers, shares the secrets, and gets you started. In fact, by the end of Chapter 1, you’ll be able to create a C++ program. OK, it won’t be newest, flashiest video game, but it might be a practical, customized inventory control or record-keeping program. Most people catch on faster when they actually DO something, so C++ For Dummies includes a CD-ROM that gives you all you need to start programming (except the guidance in the book, of course), including: * Dev-C, a full-featured, integrated C++ compiler and editor you install to get down to business * The source code for the programs in the book, including code for BUDGET, programs that demonstrate principles in the book * Documentation for the Standard Template Library * Online C++ help files Written by Stephen Randy Davis, author of C++ Weekend Crash Course, C++ for Dummies, takes you through the programming process step-by-step. You’ll discover how to: * Generate an executable * Create source code, commenting it as you go and using consistent code indentation and naming conventions * Write declarations and name variables, and calculate expressions * Write and use a Read more...

Book Description Packed with FULL COLOR, easy-to-complete projects The fun and easy way to discover your inner artist through oil painting! Have you always wanted to paint with oil? Now you can! This friendly guide gives you all the hands-on instruction you need to master the basics. You'll see how to plan a painting, build an image in layers, mix colors, and create the right composition. And you'll practice your new skills by painting a variety of subjects, from portraits to still lifes to landscapes. * Choose the right supplies * Develop your design and * composition skills * Practice sketches and brush strokes * Set up your studio and care * for your equipment * Work on a variety of compositions About the Author Anita Giddings and Sherry Stone Clifton are award-winning artist-educators who have made careers out of teaching beginning artists of all aspirations. Product Details * Paperback: 303 pages * Publisher: For Dummies (February 5, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 047018230X * ISBN-13: 978-0470182307 Read more...

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