Ebooks Hardware
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Fulcrum Multi Flex LED Book Lights The Multi Flex Light is an all-purpose book light, task light or travel light... |
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3-in-1 Bed for All Ages: Downloadable Woodworking Plan $9.95 Like a best friend, this bed "grows up with your child" Starting as a crib for a newborn, this "Sleep System" easily changes into a bed for a toddler, and then into a full bed, serving a child well past adolescence. Simple decorative connector bolts and concealed cross dowels make these quick changes possible. Build all the parts now and be years ahead, or choose any one of the three beds to mee... |
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JET JML 1014VSI 10-Inch-by-14-Inch Variable Speed Indexing Mini Lathe $642.00 JML-1014IVS: 10"x 14" Mini Lathe with Indexing Head Model 708375VS replaces the popular JML-1014. Without changing the basic reliable lathe, Jet has added arbor locks and 24 position indexing. Your wood turning can be enhanced by adding fluting, which is running decorative grooves lengthwise down a spindle by utilizing the indexing options. This powerful cast iron machine provides stable, virtuall... |
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Palm Z22 Handheld $131.59 Meet the Palm Z22 organizer. Yes a handheld organizer sounds serious. But it's actually a lot of fun. In fact you can get started in just a few simple steps. Pick it up. It's small and light. Turn it on. There's a bright color screen. Check it out. You can store appointments phone numbers to-do lists and photos. The Palm Z22 organizer holds life's details and lets you find it all fast. Take it whe... |
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Western Digital My Book Elite 2 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive $179.99 The new sleeker design brings beauty and brains together. The Western Digital WDBAAH0020HCH MyBook Elite External Hard Drive is now smarter and sleeker than ever featuring a customizable e-label, automatic, continuous backup, and a new smaller size to fit snugly on your shelf or desktop. The best-selling Western Digital WDBAAH0020HCH MyBook Elite External Hard Drive now features a customizable e-l... |
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E-Book Systems 274-232-118 AlphaShield 10 Mbps Network Firewall ... |
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Treads Tablet Road Bag - Black/tracks $79.95 The new Treads Tablet Road Bag is an exciting new eco-friendly bag made from recycled tire rubber! The new Treads Tablet Road Bag's recycled tire rubber is ultra-durable, easily cleaned with a damp cloth, and made in the USA. The new sleek design features an inner felt lining to protect your tablet computer, iPad or e-Reader. There is room for up to a 10" tablet computer (including accessories ... |
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Nintendo e-Reader - Card Reader for Game Boy Advance $29.93 The e-Reader is an accessory for use with the Game Boy Advance that reads information from collectible trading cards and translates it on the GBA into standalone games or enhancements to some traditional games. The e-Reader connects into the GBA cartridge slot and can also connect to another GBA or even a GameCube. Players simply slide the paper cards, available for as low as $1.95, through the e-... |
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MP4 Game Player - Game Pad + Talking E-Book 2GB MP4 Digital Movie Player and Game Emulator along with Gaming Pad accessory for serious fans of old school games, plus with a totally unique E-Book read back function. This incredible PMP has a built in Emulator that will not only play emulated NES/Famicom games, but also Gameboy, Gameboy Color, and even Sega Mega Drive/Genesis Games. Imagine the literally thousands of your favorite games from ... |
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E Book Systems GC-FBW7 AVB MagTurbo Force Feedback Racing Wheel Quality and affordability!This AVB MagTurbo Force Racing Wheel is a 10-inch diameter gaming device that connects to your PC via Serial (RS-232) and USB connectors! Clamp the wheel to your desk with the screw clamps and suction cup mounts and get ready to feel the ride! The MagTurbo features FORCE FEEDBACK and heavy duty foot pedals to truly immerse you in your games!Eight progammable buttons, an 8... |
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Bleak House: Includes Ebooks $54.13 No Synopsis Available |
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Trent's Last Case: Includes Ebooks $23.31 No Synopsis Available |
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ICOO E1000P A2808A 600MHz CPU 8G Memory 5 TFT Touch Screen Tablet PC with eBooks (Blue) $46.9 The ICOO E1000P 5" touch screen tablet PC that configured with A2808A 600MHz processor, captures a host of features, including eBooks. |
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COO E1000P A2808A 600MHz CPU 8G Memory 5 TFT Touch Screen Tablet PC with eBooks (White) $49.46 The ICOO E1000P 5" touch screen tablet PC that configured with A2808A 600MHz processor, captures a host of features, including eBooks. |
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Genuine ICOO K11 4.3 TFT Touch Screen 8GB MP4 Digital Media Player with TV-Out and eBooks (White) $49.98 The ICOO K11 is a portable and stylish MP4 player, letting you listen to the music, browse photos or pictures, read eBooks and watch movies anytime and anywhere. |
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Midland University Sophomore eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $671.51 No Synopsis Available |
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Midalnd University Junior eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $382.83 No Synopsis Available |
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Midland University Junior Nursing Bundle (PRINT and EBOOKS) $522.78 No Synopsis Available |
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Midland University Senior Nursing Bundle (PRINT and EBOOKS) $370.81 No Synopsis Available |
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Midland University Senior eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $253.51 No Synopsis Available |
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MLC Senior eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $180.82 No Synopsis Available |
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MLC Junior eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $282.34 No Synopsis Available |
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MLC Sophomore eTextbook Bundle (EBOOKS ONLY) $556.81 No Synopsis Available |
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Aluratek AEBK01FS Libre eBook Reader Pro 100 eBooks - Black (Borders) $99.95 "Aluratek AEBK01FS Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The LIBRE eBook Reader PRO (AEBK01WFS) is the latest craze in digital revolution. It allows you to digitally store and carry around with you thousands of your favorite books, which saves money, space and the environment. Aluratek s LIBRE connects to any computer with a USB cable for easy access to the most recent books. The AEBK01WFS is soft on the eyes utilizing an exclusive e-paper LCD technology. This technology makes it difficult to determine the difference between actual paper and the e-paper screen. Also boasting superior battery life you can read up to 24hrs continuous use with an auto off feature if you just happen to fall asleep. AEBK01WFS Features: LIBRE eBook Reader Pro (Black), 5"" ePaper Display, Supports BMP, JPG, GIF, Animated GIF Picture Format, Screen Rotation Support (Portrait & Landscape Mode), Bookmark &Auto Page Turn Function, Built-in MP3 Player w/ Background Playback Support, SD card Slot - up to 32GB, Includes 100 Free eBooks, Content Search for Easy Navigation Between Books & Pages, Adjustable Font Type & Size, Internal Lithium-ion Polymer Battery 24 hrs continuous use / 15 day standby time), Battery Level Indicator & Low Level Warning, Supports: PDF (Adobe Digital Edition DRM/non-DRM) TXT FB2 EPUB (Adobe Digital Edition DRM/non-DRM) MOBI (non-DRM only) PRC (non-DRM only) & RTF Electronic Book Format, Requirements: -Windows XP(SP2) / Vista or Later oR Mac 10.4.9 or Later -Available USB Port, Includes: eBook Reader PRO, USB Cable, Power Charger, Hand Strap, Earphones, Carrying Pouch, Quick Start Guide, Warranty & Registration Card" |
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Aluratek AEBK01WFS Libre eBook Reader Pro 100 eBooks - White (Borders) $99.95 "Aluratek AEBK01WFS Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The LIBRE eBook Reader PRO (AEBK01WFS) is the latest craze in digital revolution. It allows you to digitally store and carry around with you thousands of your favorite books, which saves money, space and the environment. Aluratek s LIBRE connects to any computer with a USB cable for easy access to the most recent books. The AEBK01WFS is soft on the eyes utilizing an exclusive e-paper LCD technology. This technology makes it difficult to determine the difference between actual paper and the e-paper screen. Also boasting superior battery life you can read up to 24hrs continuous use with an auto off feature if you just happen to fall asleep. AEBK01WFS Features: LIBRE eBook Reader Pro (White), 5"" ePaper Display, Supports BMP, JPG, GIF, Animated GIF Picture Format, Screen Rotation Support (Portrait & Landscape Mode), Bookmark and Auto Page Turn Function, Built-in MP3 Player w/ Background Playback Support, SD card Slot - up to 32GB, Includes 100 Free eBooks, Content Search for Easy Navigation Between Books & Pages, Adjustable Font Type & Size, Internal Lithium-ion Polymer Battery 24 hrs continuous use / 15 day standby time), Battery Level Indicator & Low Level Warning, Supports: PDF (Adobe Digital Edition DRM/non-DRM) -TXT FB2 EPUB (Adobe Digital Edition DRM/non-DRM) MOBI (non-DRM only) PRC (non-DRM only) & RTF Electronic Book Format, Requirements: -Windows XP(SP2) / Vista or Later oR Mac 10.4.9 or Later -Available USB Port, Includes: eBook Reader PRO, USB Cable, Power Charger, Hand Strap, Earphones, Carrying Pouch, Quick Start Guide, Warranty & Registration Card" |
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ICOO E1000P A2808A 600MHz CPU 8G Memory 5 TFT Touch Screen Tablet PC with HDMI Output and eBooks (White) $56.06 The ICOO E1000P 5 touch screen tablet PC that configured with A2808A 600MHz processor, captures a host of features, including HDMI output and eBooks. |
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ePub Straight to the Point: Creating ebooks for the Apple iPad and other ereaders $24.98 No Synopsis Available |
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Hardware Kit $25.94 Hardware Kit |
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JXD A1000 4GB 4.3 Screen PSP Game Console with eBooks, TV-OUT and Camera (Black) $47.75 Combination of PSP game console and MP5 player keeps you stay entertained anywhere and anytime. |
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ONDA VX580LE 5.0 LTPS Touch Screen 8GB High Definition MP4 Digital Media Player with eBooks (White) $65.58 The ONDA VX580LE brings you a full screen touch operation and allows users more intuitive and convenient to use than those traditional MP4 players. |
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Genuine ONDA VX530T 4.3 TFT Touch Screen 4GB MP4 Digital Media Player with eBooks and TV-OUT (Black) $49.55 Support audio and video playing.Built-in 8G memory card.Support AV out and USB port.Support voice recorder, calendar, e-dictionary.Let you listen to the music, browse photos or pictures, read e-books, play games and watch movies anytime and anywhere. |
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ONDA VX590R 6.0 LTPS Touch Screen 8G MP4 Player with Android OS, eBooks and 720P Video Output (White) $124.24 The ONDA VX590R is a portable and stylish 6.0" 16 : 9 LTPS touch screen MP4 player, using Android operating system to entertain you anywhere and anytime. |
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ONDA VX580+ 8GB 5.0 Touch Screen MP5 Player with TV-Out, eBooks and Full HD 1080P (Black) $81.84 The ONDA VX580+ brings you a full screen touch operation, provides you full HD 1080P video playing and makes sure that you stay entertained when you're on the go. |
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ICOO E800 4G 4.3 TFT Touch Screen MP4 Player with TV-Out, Game and eBooks (Black) $55.11 The ICOO E800 is a portable and stylish MP4 player, adopts WINGET 3.0 smart touch control system to give you a fantastic experience. |
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Bundle: Invitation to Computer Science, 6th + Computer Science CourseMate with eBooks Printed Access Card $125.49 N/A |
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Bundle: Invitation to Computer Science, 6th + Computer Science CourseMate with eBooks and Lab Manual Printed Access Card $140.99 N/A |
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Content Rules : How to Create Killer Blogs, Podcasts, Videos, Ebooks, Webinars (and More) That Engage Customers and Ignite Your Business $20.78 No Synopsis Available |
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Charles Dickens: A Tale of Two Cities/ Great Expectations/ Oliver Twist: Includes Ebooks $24.95 No Synopsis Available |
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Ergotron Hardware Kit 90018 $33.75 Ergotron Hardware Kit 90018 |
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Hushamok Ceiling Attachment Hardware $20 Hardware to attach the Hushamok Bassinet to hang from the ceiling. |
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Multi-Operating System Networking: Living with UNIX, NetWare, and NT $129.95 Here is all the practical, hands-on information required to build, manage and maintain a heterogeneous computing environment with hardware, software, and network equipment from a number of different vendors. Packed with real-world case studies and proven techniques for integrating disparate platforms, operating systems and servers, Multi-Operating System Networking is a one-stop, no-nonsense guide that shows how to port and develop applications in a heterogeneous environment; manage desktops, data access, communications, and security in a heterogeneous environment; and, build distributed heterogeneous systems. Heterogeneous computing is here to stay. It is therefore up to corporate end-users to make competing products fit into their environments efficiently, effectively and economically. |
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100 Things You Need to Know about Microsoft Windows Vista $19.99 Tired of clawing your way through computer books that start at the beginning of recorded history just to find one tiny nugget of information you need? Tired of wrenching your back to pull that massive Windows tome off your bookshelf? Tired of wishing you could find a simple answer to what should be a simple problem? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then 100 Things You Need to Know about Microsoft® Windows Vista™ is just the book you’ve been looking for. Chock full of timesaving tips, heady solutions, and expert know-how, this book doesn’t break the bank nor does it require a Bowflex body to hoist it around. Inside you’ll find step-by-step help for the 100 things every Windows user needs to know when making the big switch between Windows XP and Vista. Even if you’re brand new to Windows (meaning Vista is your first-ever operating system), you’ll find the advice here indispensable. In this book, we assume, for instance, that you really don’t give a hoot about what TCP/IP is. We’re betting you just want to get your Internet connection up and running, and leave the techy muck to the propeller heads. • Want all the cool new cutting-edge features and interface Windows Vista offers? Well, before you run out and buy the software, you need to ensure your system will support it! We walk you through, step-by-step, how to manually check if your PC and other hardware and software are supported for use with Windows Vista. We show you how to perform common upgrade tasks, if needed, before you install Vista. In addition, we provide tips and procedures on backing up yourdata. • Having to choose between five different versions (yes, Vista comes in FIVE flavors!) can be confusing! Don’t sweat it, though—we’ve got you covered. We show you how to decide which flavor of Vista is best suited to you! Then we |
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2007 Microsoft Office System Inside Out $49.99 Short Description Learn how to conquer the 2007 Microsoft Office system--from the inside out! This book packs hundred of time-saving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds, all in concise, fast-answer format. Includes a companion CD. Long Description Learn everything you need to know for working with the 2007 Microsoft Office system--from the inside out! This book packs hundreds of time-saving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds for using the 2007 release of Microsoft Office--all in concise, fast-answer format. Whether you are upgrading from Office 97 or Office 2003, you'll be able to dig in to the work-ready resources that help you take your Microsoft Office experience to the next level. This comprehensive guide to the 2007 Microsoft Office suites helps you navigate new features and capabilities in the Office programs you use everyday, including the new, easy-to-use user interface and new formatting and editing capabilities. You'll learn how to use the new graphics features in Microsoft Office Excel and Microsoft Office PowerPoint, create a database with Microsoft Office Access, and manage tasks by using Microsoft Office Outlook. You'll even discover how to use shared workspaces and the Internet to collaborate with others. Plus, you'll get tools, eBooks, and more on the companion CD. With INSIDE OUT, you get all muscle and no fluff! The 2007 Microsoft Office release is an integrated system of programs, servers, and services that will help you meet your business and personal needs. Work more efficiently, stay organized, and collaborate and share information more easily by using the security-enhanced 2007 Microsoft Office system. With improvements based onextensive usability data and recent advancements in hardware and software, this version is the most significant update to the Microsoft Office user interface in more than a decade. The result is a user interface that makes it easier for people to find and confidently use the features they need |
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3D TV and 3D Cinema: Tools and Processes for Creative Stereoscopy $49.95 Learn how to adapt your cinematography and production skills to this growing medium and be part of the movement.Master the unique technical requirements of shooting 3D stereoscopic images. 3DTV and 3D Cinema defines the concept of a professional 3D camera system and describes what features are required to make a successful unit to keep your production on schedule and on budget. You will learn how to work with the complex hardware and software systems, with a section dedicated to the specific requirements of shooting for 3D cinema. 3D conversions, keying, and CG processes are analyzed, as well as the essential staging, lighting, set dressing, framing, and camera movement techniques. The theoretical knowledge is complemented with real-world examples of 3D TV and cinema productions that are analyzed by crew members or producers.• Shooting theory, rig design, and best practices are fully illustrated • Contributions from top 3D cinematographers |
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A Practical Guide to Trusted Computing $39.99 Use Trusted Computing to Make PCs Safer, More Secure, and More Reliable Every year, computer security threats become more severe. Software alone can no longer adequately defend against them: what’s needed is secure hardware. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) makes that possible by providing a complete, open industry standard for implementing trusted computing hardware subsystems in PCs. Already available from virtually every leading PC manufacturer, TPM gives software professionals powerful new ways to protect their customers. Now, there’s a start-to-finish guide for every software professional and security specialist who wants to utilize this breakthrough security technology.Authored by innovators who helped create TPM and implement its leading-edge products, this practical book covers all facets of TPM technology: what it can achieve, how it works, and how to write applications for it. The authors offer deep, real-world insights into both TPM and the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Software Stack. Then, to demonstrate how TPM can solve many of today’s most challenging security problems, they present four start-to-finish case studies, each with extensive C-based code examples.Coverage includes What services and capabilities are provided by TPMs TPM device drivers: solutions for code running in BIOS, TSS stacks for new operating systems, and memory-constrained environments Using TPM to enhance the security of a PC’s boot sequence Key management, in depth: key creation, storage, loading, migration, use, symmetric keys, and much more Linking PKCS#11 and TSS stacks to support applications with middleware services What you need to know about TPM and privacy—including how to avoid privacy problems Moving from TSS 1.1 to the new TSS 1.2 standard TPM and TSS command references and a complete function library |
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Ace the Sale! a Practical Methodology for Selling B2B Enterprise Software, Hardware or Services $29.99 Nick Gomersall,NOOK Book (eBook), English-language edition,Pub by JJ Lumsden |
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Advanced Microsoft Office Documents Inside Out [With CDROM] $49.99 Short Description Learn how to create dynamic documents with impact using the 2007 Microsoft Office system--from the inside out! This book packs hundreds of time-saving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and workarounds, all in concise, fast-answer format. Includes a CD. Long Description Learn everything you need to know for creating dynamic, robust, more secure documents with the 2007 Microsoft Office system--from the inside out! This book packs hundreds of time-saving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and the workarounds you need for creating and sharing powerful documents and templates--all in concise, fast-answer format. Ideal for users with more advanced experience using either the 2007 Microsoft Office suites or earlier editions of Microsoft Office, this comprehensive guide moves beyond the basics. You will learn how to use Microsoft Office Word 2007, Microsoft Office Excel 2007, and Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 to create exactly the document you need--from business communications to sophisticated business reports and professional-looking presentations. You'll learn how to create templates and custom macros and how to build custom add-ins. You'll even learn how to exploit new Extensible Markup Language (XML) document formats. Plus, you'll get tools, eBooks, and more on the companion CD. With INSIDE OUT, you get all muscle and no fluff! The 2007 Microsoft Office release is an integrated system of programs, servers, and services that will help you meet your business and personal needs. Work more efficiently, stay organized, and collaborate and share information more easily by using the security-enhanced 2007 Microsoft Office system. With improvements based on extensive usabilitydata and recent advancements in hardware and software, this version is the most significant update to the Microsoft Officer user interface in more than a decade. The result is a user interface that makes it easier for people to find and confidently use the features they need to get the r |
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An Introduction to Parallel Programming $79.95 Learn how to fully harness the power of parallel computing using MPI, PThreads, and OpenMP.An Introduction to Parallel ProgrammingPeter S. Pacheco, University of San FranciscoWith the coming of multicore processors and the cloud, parallel computing is most certainly not a niche area off in a corner of the computing world. Parallelism has become central to the efficient use of resources, and this new textbook by Peter Pacheco will go a long way toward introducing students early in their academic careers to both the art and practice of parallel computing.Duncan Buell Department of Computer Science and Engineering University of South CarolinaAn Introduction to Parallel Programming illustrates fundamental programming principles in the increasingly important area of shared memory programming using Pthreads and OpenMP and distributed memory programming using MPI. More importantly, it emphasizes good programming practices by indicating potential performance pitfalls. These topics are presented in the context of a variety of disciplines including computer science, physics and mathematics. The chapters include numerous programming exercises that range from easy to very challenging. This is an ideal book for students or professionals looking to learn parallel programming skills or to refresh their knowledge. Leigh Little Department of Computational Science The College at Brockport, The State University of New YorkAn Introduction to Parallel Programming is a well written, comprehensive book on the field of parallel computing. Students and practitioners alike will appreciate the relevant, up-to-date information. Peter Pacheco’s very accessible writing style combined with numerous interesting examples keeps the reader’s attention. In a field that races forward at a dizzying pace, this book hangs on for the wild ride covering the ins and outs of parallel hardware and software.Kathy J. Liszka Department of Computer |
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Android Wireless Application Development $39.99 The start-to-finish guide to Android application development: massively updated for the newest SDKs and developer techniques!This book delivers all the up-to-date information, tested code, and best practices you need to create and market successful mobile apps with the latest versions of Android. Drawing on their extensive experience with mobile and wireless development, Lauren Darcey and Shane Conder cover every step: concept, design, coding, testing, packaging, and delivery. The authors introduce the Android platform, explain the principles of effective Android application design, and present today’s best practices for crafting effective user interfaces. Next, they offer detailed coverage of each key Android API, including data storage, networking, telephony, location-based services, multimedia, 3D graphics, and hardware.Every chapter of this edition has been updated for the newest Android SDKs, tools, utilities, and hardware. All sample code has been overhauled and tested on leading devices from multiple companies, including HTC, Motorola, and ARCHOS. Many new examples have been added, including complete new applications. This new edition also adds Nine new chapters covering web APIs, the Android NDK, extending application reach, managing users, data synchronization, backups, advanced user input, and more Greatly expanded coverage of Android manifest files, content providers, app design, and testing New coverage of hot topics like Bluetooth, gestures, voice recognition, App Widgets, live folders, live wallpapers, and global search Updated 3D graphics programming coverage reflecting OpenGL ES 2.0 An all-new chapter on tackling cross-device compatibility issues, from designing for the smallest phones to the big new tablets hitting the market Even more tips and tricks to help you design, develop, and test applications for different devices A new appendix full of Eclipse tips and tricks |
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Android Wireless Application Development (Developer's Library Series) $35.99 Shane ConderLauren DarceyThe start-to-finish guide to Android development—from concept to market!Android Wireless Application Development combines all the reliable information, sample code, and best practices you need to build, distribute, and market successful Android mobile applications. Drawing on their extensive experience with mobile and wireless development, Shane Conder and Lauren Darcey cover everything you need to execute a successful Android project: from concept and design through coding, testing, packaging, and delivery. Conder and Darcey explain how mobile development differs from conventional development, how Android differs from other mobile platforms, and how to take full advantage of Android’s unique features and capabilities. They present detailed, code-rich coverage of Android’s most important APIs, expert techniques for organizing development teams and managing Android projects, and dozens of time-saving tricks and pitfalls to avoid. Master the latest Android development tools and Android SDK 1.5 Use the Eclipse Development Environment for Java to develop and debug Android applications Design Android applications that are more efficient, reliable, and easier to use and offer better performance Work with Android’s optional hardware-specific APIs Use Android’s APIs for data, storage, networking, telephony, Location-Based Services (LBS), multimedia, and 3D graphics Leverage advanced Android capabilities such as Notifications and Services Ensure quality through solid test planning, efficient testing, and comprehensive defect tracking Make more money from your Android applications This book is an indispensable resource for every member of the Android development team: software developers with all levels of mobile experience, team leaders and project managers, testers and QA |
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Apple Pro Training Series: Compressor Quick-Reference Guide $23.99 Whether you’re distributing dailies, authoring a commercial DVD, or prepping video clips for the Web, Compressor is essential for creating quality digital content. In this quick-reference guide, professional filmmaker Brian Gary reveals essential techniques for audio and video compression. Learn timesaving batch-encoding and test-clip workflows. Import files in Final Cut Pro and QuickTime formats and encode them for authoring in DVD Studio Pro. Use advanced codecs like H.264 to create standard- and high-definition content. Compress content for the latest hardware platforms, including iPod and HD DVD. Also learn how to take advantage of job management strategies, such as letting Compressor oversee hours of encoding unattended and emailing you when it’s done. With this guide you’ll master the art of minimizing file size and maximizing image quality. |
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Apple Training Series: Mac OS X Deployment v10.5 $47.99 This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version. Apple Training Series: Mac OS X v10.5 Deployment v10.5 uses a combination of task-based instruction and strong visuals to teach intermediate and advanced users how to deploy a wide range of files and systems to multiple users in a large organization. Author Kevin White takes readers through the deployment of software, ranging from individual files, to complete systems, to multiple users, discussing the range of methodologies used. Intermediate users will learn how to use Apple deployment tools, including Disk Utility, PackageMaker, Apple Software Restore, and NetBoot. Advanced users will learn how to customize deployment solutions with scripts to provide post-installation configuration. Throughout the book, users learn how to tie all of the solutions together to create fully integrated software and hardware deployment plans.. |
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Applying Design for Six Sigma to Software and Hardware Systems $47.99 Eric Maass, Patricia D. McNair,NOOK Book (eBook), English-language edition,Pub by Pearson Education |
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Artists on Recording Techniques $29.99 Find out what recording techniques your favorite artists employ during the creative process! Artists on Recording Techniques examines the recording process through an unlikely pair of eyes: those of the artist. Who better to share insights into capturing the creative process than the artists themselves? Everything from vocals to guitar and drums are covered through exclusive full-length interviews from author Jeff Touzeau's "Music, Etc." column in Pro Sound News and bonus material never printed before. These one-of-a-kind interviews are published here, unabridged and in their entirety, for the first time ever! The discussions dip into an array of musical styles and genres, providing insight into the recording process from such well-known pop and rock artists as Roger Waters (Pink Floyd), Nick Rhodes (Duran Duran), Gerry Beckley (America), Steven Page (Barenaked Ladies), Joe Jackson, Tony Bennett, and John Fogerty. Artists on Recording Techniques provides musicians, audio technicians, engineers, studio owners, producers, equipment manufacturers, hardware and software designers, and music fans with a rarely seen window into the creative process of some of history's most legendary musicians. |
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Audio Sampling: A Practical Guide $38.95 Bringing sampling to a new generation of audio engineers and composers Audio Sampling explains how to record and create sampled instruments in a software setting. There are many things that go into creating a sampled instrument and many things that can go wrong, this book is a step by step guide through the process, from introducing sampling, where it begins to recording editing and using samples, providing much sought after detailed information on the actual process of sampling, creating sampled instruments as well as the different ways they can be used. The software used is the NN-XT a sampler that is a part of the Reason studio software and ProTools LE, however the material discussed is applicable and can be used with any sampler. The companion website has exclusive material including a comprehensive comparison of the different hardware software available, as well as audio examples and video clips from each stage of the process· Step by step practical approach to the process of sampling· Teaches how to create a sampling instrument· Companion website holds audio and video clips from each stage of the process and comprehensive comparisons of the different hardware software available |
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Battle Against Adware And Spyware: Protect Your Computer From Adware And Spyware Threats With This Definitive Guide That Will Teach You The Best Anti Adware And Spyware Removal Programs For Optimal Computer Security And Performance $3.99 In a world wherein technology plays a big role in human beings’ comfort, leisure, and learning, the personal computer and the Internet have become very indispensable tools. However, as more and more people become dependent on these two, you come to see others who take advantage of computer users everywhere and cause them nuisance and damage - using the same technology that’s meant to make life easier. It’s no wonder then why it’s very hard nowadays to keep your computers free of unwanted advertisements. As if spams and viruses are not bad enough, people invented spyware and adware, which basically work together to bring your Internet connection experience to a crawl, as well as bombard your computer with popup advertisements, and compromise your privacy and security. Spywares and adwares are not only annoying but more often than not tend to damage your computer software and sometimes can even cause some damage to your hardware too. These annoying bugs have become a bane for internet browsers worldwide. They have become a normal occurrence that we sometimes tend to ignore but God forbid we should never accept. Spyware and Adware had done better than viruses as a threat to the theft of user information and break down of computer performance. Adware is a form of spam that automatically lets advertisements pop out of nowhere. The advertising ads may involve websites or products which you will be forced to view even if you really do not want to pay attention to it. Spyware on the other hand, covertly monitors your Internet and computer use. Some spyware are malicious, in such a way that some collect passwords, user ID’s, credit card numbers, and some other sensitive details about the user. Besides giving a user problems connected to privacy and ethics, spyware robs you through usage of the computer’s memory, as well as eating of bandwidth making Internet exploration slower than ever. |
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Birds in the Hand: Fiction and Poetry About Birds $6.99 From the myths of ancient Greece to the fables of Aesop, from Chaucer to contemporary poetry and fiction, birds are central to literature because they connect us intimately to the natural world. Whether we watch birds at our feeders, travel vast distances to identify rare species, or simply pause in a busy day to listen to the coo of a dove or the trill of a warbler, birds sustain us.Birds in the Hand is a collection of contemporary fiction and poetry that explores the complex, often startling ways in which birds shed light upon our lives. In work from a diverse and celebrated group of contemporary authors such as Charles Baxter, T.C. Boyle, Jim Harrison, Flannery O'Connor, Pattiann Rogers, Seamus Heaney, Derek Walcott, Ethan Canin, and Jorie Graham, birds are sources of inspiration, confrontation, and revelation.These stories and poems take us from New York and Hoboken to the Salton Sea and the wilds of Montana, from a hardware store to the westernmost Aleutian island, from a prison to marshes, forests, and seacoasts.Field guides and natural history books cannot capture the essence of why birds thrill us. Birds in the Hand uses the vitality and nuance of fiction and poetry to get at the heart of our mysterious sense of birds and the way they can reflect the brightest and darkest aspects of our own natures. |
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Business, Information Technology and Society $71.95 A complete and readable introduction to the nature and impact of new information and communication technologies on business and society. This book assumes no prior study of either business or information technology. It provides ideal introductory reading on the nature and uses of business information systems for business undergraduates. Computing students will also find it an invaluable guide to the business and social implications of their subject. Although written from a British perspective, it emphasizes the global impact of new technology and draws upon examples from the USA, Europe, Japan and the Newly Industrialized Countries of the Pacific rim. Computing technology develops and is applied as a result of conscious choices both in society as a whole, and within the organizations that use it. It is also constrained by the wider society within which such organizations operate, and influenced by a variety of interactions between people, data, hardware and software, organizations and their socialenvironment. This book emphasizes the need to ensure that IT is deliberately used to serve the public interest in society and the strategy of the organization concerned by considering all kinds of organizations, including manufacturing, services, the public sector and not-for-profit organizations. |
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By Blood Only $3.99 After a concerned citizen comes forward with evidence of corruption within the New Orleans Criminal Sheriffs Department, Sheriff Ellis Grayden enlists the help of his best friend Danny Henderson, to help flush out whomever it is.When a wealthy young man is found dead on the New Orleans Lakefront, with a suitcase full of cash, and a body in the trunk of his car, Ellis and Danny discover a connection between the dead man, and the corruption investigation within the Sheriff's Department, and are unknowingly drawn into a sinister scheme to steal a powerful piece of military hardware from the United States government.During the course of the investigation, Ellis will indeed find out who is corrupt, and who is not. A revelation that might kill him. While Danny will come face to face with a dangerous figure from his past, whom he believed to be dead. Setting the stage for a meeting between the two of them that may very well kill both of them, and destroy all that they hold dear. |
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C++ Network Programming, Volume I: Mastering Complexity with ACE and Patterns $43.99 As networks, devices, and systems continue to evolve, software engineers face the unique challenge of creating reliable distributed applications within frequently changing environments. C++ Network Programming, Volume 1, provides practical solutions for developing and optimizing complex distributed systems using the ADAPTIVE Communication Environment (ACE), a revolutionary open-source framework that runs on dozens of hardware platforms and operating systems.This book guides software professionals through the traps and pitfalls of developing efficient, portable, and flexible networked applications. It explores the inherent design complexities of concurrent networked applications and the tradeoffs that must be considered when working to master them.C++ Network Programming begins with an overview of the issues and tools involved in writing distributed concurrent applications. The book then provides the essential design dimensions, patterns, and principles needed to develop flexible and efficient concurrent networked applications. The book's expert author team shows you how to enhance design skills while applying C++ and patterns effectively to develop object-oriented networked applications.Readers will find coverage of:C++ network programming, including an overview and strategies for addressing common development challenges The ACE ToolkitConnection protocols, message exchange, and message-passing versus shared memoryImplementation methods for reusable networked application servicesConcurrency in object-oriented network programmingDesign principles and patterns for ACE wrapper facadesWith this book, C++ developers have at their disposal the most complete toolkit available for developing successful, multiplatform, concurrent networked applications with ease and efficiency. |
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CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate Voice Study Guide (Exams 640-460 & 642-436) $50 The Best Fully Integrated Study System Available for Exams 640-460 & 640-436With hundreds of practice questions and hands-on exercises, CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate Voice Study Guide covers what you need to know—and shows you how to prepare—for this challenging exam. 100% complete coverage of all objectives for CCNA Voice Exams 640-460 & 640-436 Exam Readiness Checklist—you're ready for the exam when all objectives on the list are checked off Inside the Exam sections highlight key exam topics covered Two-Minute Drills for quick review Simulated exam questions match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the real examCovers all the exam topics, including:The VoIP Market; Networking from a VoIP Perspective; Traditional Telephony; They Meet - Data and Voice Converged; Real-Time Streaming Protocol; H.323; SIP; SCCP and MGCP; Understanding Cisco Unified Communications; Cisco VoIP Hardware and Software; Digital Signal Processors; Call Manager Express; Unified Communications Manager; Gateways and Gatekeepers; IP-to-IP Gateways; Fax and Modem Over IP; Troubleshooting VoIP Problems; Securing VoIP Networks CD-ROM includes: Electronic book for studying on the go CertCam video training Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring: Two full practice exams Detailed answers with explanations Score Report performance assessment toolWith Free Online Registration: Bonus downloadable MasterExam practice tests |
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Chaos in Electric Drive Systems: Analysis, Control and Application $149.95 In Chaos in Electric Drive Systems: Analysis, Control and Application authors Chau and Wang systematically introduce an emerging technology of electrical engineering that bridges abstract chaos theory and practical electric drives. The authors consolidate all important information in this interdisciplinary technology, including the fundamental concepts, mathematical modeling, theoretical analysis, computer simulation, and hardware implementation. The book provides comprehensive coverage of chaos in electric drive systems with three main parts: analysis, control and application. Corresponding drive systems range from the simplest to the latest types: DC, induction, synchronous reluctance, switched reluctance, and permanent magnet brushless drives.The first book to comprehensively treat chaos in electric drive systemsReviews chaos in various electrical engineering technologies and drive systemsPresents innovative approaches to stabilize and stimulate chaos in typical drivesDiscusses practical application of chaos stabilization, chaotic modulation and chaotic motionAuthored by well-known scientists in the fieldLecture materials available from the book's companion websiteThis book is ideal for researchers and graduate students who specialize in electric drives, mechatronics, and electric machinery, as well as those enrolled in classes covering advanced topics in electric drives and control. Engineers and product designers in industrial electronics, consumer electronics, electric appliances and electric vehicles will also find this book helpful in applying these emerging techniques.Lecture materials for instructors available atwww.wiley.com/go/chau_chaos |
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Characterization of Liquids, Nano- and Microparticulates, and Porous Bodies using Ultrasound $275 Two key words define the scope of this book: 'ultrasound' and 'colloids'. Historically, there has been little real communication between practitioners in these two fields. Although there is a large body of literature devoted to ultrasound phenomenon in colloids, there is little recognition that such phenomena may be of real importance for both the development and applications of colloid science. On the other side, colloid scientists have not embraced acoustics as an important tool for characterizing colloids. The lack of any serious dialogue between these scientific fields is the biggest motivation behind this book.- Covers in detail this multidisciplinary field combining acoustics, electroacoustics, colloid science, analytical chemistry and rheology- Provides a bibliography with more than 1,000 references- Presents theories and their experimental verification, as well as analysis of the methods and hardware pertaining to applications such as pharmaceuticals, ceramics, and polymers |
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Closed Loop Lifecycle Planning: A Complete Guide to Managing Your PC Fleet $35.99 BETTER SUPPORT, LOWER COSTS: OPTIMIZE YOUR PC HARDWARE LIFECYCLE, FROM ACQUISITION TO DISPOSALIt typically costs four times as much to support a PC as it does to purchase it--often, even more. The solution: Closed Loop Lifecycle Planning®, Bruce Michelson’s comprehensive, proven, best-practice methodology for managing client hardware. Drawing on decades of experience working with Hewlett-Packard’s largest and most complex clients, Michelson shows how to monitor and manage lifecycle tasks systematically and coherently–improving efficiency and driving out cost at every phase of your hardware lifecycle, no matter what that hardware is. Michelson shows IT managers how to segment users to provide the right equipment and support at the lowest cost and offers in-depth guidance on controlling the cost of change. His pragmatic approach fully reflects IT’s business context and addresses crucial related issues, ranging from service delivery to security and risk management.Coverage includes: The core concepts of closed loop lifecycle planning and transitioning to lifecycle management for the first time Effectively managing all three client lifecycle management “suites”: commodity, value, and economic Addressing the business and political challenges associated with PC lifecycle management Optimizing upfront tasks: hardware/software acquisition, interoperability, prototyping, staging, integration, image management, and installation Managing deployed PCs: moves, adds, changes; warranty/maintenance; asset management; help desks; networking; and program management Refreshing technology and securely disposing of hardware at end-of-life Minimizing user downtime and ensuring business continuity Reducing existing costs, avoiding new costs, and learning the broader lessons of closed loop lifecycle planning |
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Cognitive Radio Technology $103 Cognitive Radio is the Future of RF/Wireless, this Volume is Your Passport to that Future!Few developments have created as much excitement among RF/wireless designers and engineers as cognitive radio. It seems almost magical—a wireless network that is truly “aware” of its operating environment and adjusts its operating conditions (such as frequency and transmitter output power) to maintain desired communications and overcome interference. A solid working knowledge of cognitive radio concepts, principles, and applications will soon be essential knowledge for all RF/wireless professionals.Answering this need, Dr. Bruce Fette has gathered together several experts on cognitive radio to shape this comprehensive guide. It begins with the foundations of cognitive and software-defined radio, and goes on to cover protocols employed by cognitive radio, as well as, hardware and software architectures, spectrum efficiency considerations, regulatory issues, and current application. Cutting-edge cognitive radio research is also considered with an emphasis on the future growth and progress of this technology. With this volume, you’ll have the background to master and apply today’s cognitive radio technologies and understand tomorrow’s developments in the field.KEY FEATURES• Discusses the spectrum and network “awareness” capabilities of cognitive radio systems• Explains special capabilities of cognitive radio systems, such as position awareness• Describes cognitive radio network properties, protocols, and optimization techniques• Explores the various speech and image processing services available with cognitive radio |
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CompTIA Network+ N10-004 Exam Cram $39.99 The new edition of CompTIA Network+ Exam Cram is the first book to cover the Network+ 2009 exam. Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your Network+ exam! Implement proven best practices for managing networks efficiently and reliably Thoroughly understand network hardware components, devices, cabling, and connectors Systematically review TCP/IP, related network protocols, and the OSI model Manage network operating systems and clients Identify network vulnerabilities and configure network security to address them Use security tools such as cryptography and antivirus software Provide reliable, secure Internet access, WAN access, and VLAN support Implement disaster recovery plans that protect business continuity Troubleshoot network and Internet connectivity problems Efficiently document the network and provide high-quality user support |
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Computers, Curriculum, and Cultural Change $51.95 Computers, Curriculum, and Cultural Change is a comprehensive introduction to using computers in K-12 settings. It includes not only the nuts and bolts of educational computing and up-to-date coverage of hardware and software issues, but is distinguished by its emphasis on the deeper questions of how computers are redefining the way we teach and learn. More specifically, the questions addressed include:• how computers are changing our culture and society;• how they are changing the traditional curriculum, the work of teachers, and the work done in schools;• the use of computers as tools for increasing efficiency and productivity in the curriculum; and• the concept that the computer is not only a tool for efficiency, but actually a means of enhancing our intelligence. Supported by its own Web site, with links to major computer and educational sites, Computers, Curriculum, and Cultural Change includes many special features, such as case studies, activities for reflective practice, model curriculum plans, questions for discussion, software evaluation models, and model acceptable use policies. |
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Data Leaks For Dummies $29.99 Data leaks expose your customers to identity theft and your business to security risks. But how do you set up a data loss prevention plan? Start with Data Leaks For Dummies!Now more than ever, it’s critical to keep your company data locked up tighter than Fort Knox. Data Leaks For Dummies has the scoop on what’s at risk, how leaks happen, how to keep your data safe without being inflexible, and even what to do if the worst happens. It shows you how to:Identify risk by learning to see your data the way a criminal wouldRecognize how innocent mistakes, common carelessness, and malicious insiders also pose a threatLearn how to defend against phishing, e-mail threats, and wireless security breachesBe alert for social engineering attacks, suspicious contract workers, dumpster divers, and plain old eavesdroppersPlan for safe disposal of old hardware, use caution with SMS and e-mail archives, and be aware of how Webcasts and conference calls can be invadedDiscover how crooks steal data in public places such as Internet cafesDevelop a recovery plan, build a team, and even manage press coverage should data loss occurYou’ll learn why free data storage devices could cost you a lot, how to protect mobile devices, why data corruption might be even worse than data loss, and how you can help software developers build safer applications. Data Leaks For Dummies will help you protect your customers, the reputation of your business, and your bottom line. |
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Debugging Linux Systems (Digital Short Cut) $9.99 This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version. Debugging Linux Systems discusses the main tools available today to debug 2.6 Linux Kernels. We start by exploring the seemingly esoteric operations of the Kernel Debugger (KDB), Kernel GNU DeBugger (KGDB), the plain GNU DeBugger (GDB), and JTAG debuggers. We then investigate Kernel Probes, a feature that lets you intrude into a kernel function and extract debug information or apply a medicated patch. Analyzing a crash dump can yield clues for postmortem analysis of kernel crashes or hangs, so we take a look at Kdump, a serviceability tool that collects a system dump after spawning a new kernel. Profiling points you to code regions that burn more CPU cycles, so we learn to use the OProfile kernel profiler and the gprof application profiler to sense the presence of code bottlenecks. Because tracing provides insight into behavioral problems that manifest during interactions between different code modules, we delve into the Linux Trace Toolkit, a system designed for high-volume trace capture. The section “Debugging Embedded Linux” takes a tour of the I/O interfaces commonly found on embedded hardware, such as flash memory, serial port, PCMCIA, Secure Digital media, USB, RTC, audio, video, touch screen, and Bluetooth, and provides pointers to debug the associated device drivers. We also pick up some board-level debugging skills with the help of a case study. The section “Debugging Network Throughput” takes you through some device driver design issues and protocol implementation characteristics that can affect the horsepower of your network interface card. We end the shortcut by examining several options available in the kernel configuration menu that can emit valuable debug information. |
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Deploying QoS for Cisco IP and Next Generation Networks: The Definitive Guide $61.95 Deploying QoS for Cisco IP and Next Generation Networks provides a single source of reference for businesses planning to deploy a QoS framework for quad-play (voice, data, video, and mobility), creating a converged infrastructure. Design and implementation details for various service deployments across Cisco platforms are presented including the Cisco CRS-1 routers. Architectural and implementation-specific information is covered along with recommendations for a wealth of the popular line cards across the assorted hardware platforms in the market. This information aids in the design and set up of QoS for carriers, enterprises, and campus/switched networks. Information on QoS architecture and implementation on both Cisco IOS and IOS-XR software are covered. Emphasis is laid on the topics of QoS Monitoring, measurement and provisioning, to lay the foundation for effective management of QoS infrastructures.Detailed case studies present real life deployments, and highlight solutions to situations that could occur in the execution. The guidelines and techniques highlighted serve as a valuable reference for building a scalable QoS framework for today’s network infrastructure that will meet the needs of tomorrow’s size. |
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Design for Embedded Image Processing on FPGAs $150 Dr Donald Bailey starts with introductory material considering the problem of embedded image processing, and how some of the issues may be solved using parallel hardware solutions. Field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) are introduced as a technology that provides flexible, fine-grained hardware that can readily exploit parallelism within many image processing algorithms. A brief review of FPGA programming languages provides the link between a software mindset normally associated with image processing algorithms, and the hardware mindset required for efficient utilization of a parallel hardware design. The design process for implementing an image processing algorithm on an FPGA is compared with that for a conventional software implementation, with the key differences highlighted. Particular attention is given to the techniques for mapping an algorithm onto an FPGA implementation, considering timing, memory bandwidth and resource constraints, and efficient hardware computational techniques. Extensive coverage is given of a range of low and intermediate level image processing operations, discussing efficient implementations and how these may vary according to the application. The techniques are illustrated with several example applications or case studies from projects or applications he has been involved with. Issues such as interfacing between the FPGA and peripheral devices are covered briefly, as is designing the system in such a way that it can be more readily debugged and tuned. Provides a bridge between algorithms and hardwareDemonstrates how to avoid many of the potential pitfallsOffers practical recommendations and solutionsIllustrates several real-world applications and case studiesAllows those with software backgrounds to understand efficient hardware implementationDesign for Embedded Image Processing on FPGAs is ideal for researchers and engineers in the vision or image processing industry, who are looking at smart |
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Designing Embedded Hardware $39.99 John Catsoulis,NOOK Book (eBook), Edition: 2, English-language edition,Pub by O'Reilly Media, Incorporated |
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Designing Storage for Exchange 2007 SP1 $53.95 This book will help you understand the new choices and possibilities available in designing your storage environment for Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 SP1. The move of Microsoft Exchange Server from a 32-bit application to the 64-bit world reduced the I/O footprint on the storage subsystem. This allows users to consider shared storage deployments or go the opposite way and focus on direct attached storage. Supporting large mailboxes is now possible, but how do you back up and recover the increased amount of data? Exchange Server 2007 Continuous Replication and new features in Windows Server 2008 Failover Clustering provides interesting possibilities for geographically dispersed deployments. This book explains these new built-in features of Exchange Server 2007 and compares them with application independent data replication solutions provided by high-end storage subsystems. It is critical to understand these key technologies to make the right decision which storage solution best fits your business needs. The authors share their experience from large scale deployments and depict configurations used during their projects.•Includes a description of how the move to a 64-bit application reduced the I/O behavior•Storage hardware technologies and Windows storage stack features for Exchange servers•Exchange Server 2007 Continuous Replication and Windows Server 2008 Failover Clustering•Performance monitoring and analysis to optimize the Exchange Server 2007 configuration |
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Digital Video Recorders: DVRs Changing TV and Advertising Forever $41.95 Four specific trends are driving the DVR industry: consumer content choice, consumer content control, personalization of content libraries, and the ability to transfer content from device-to-device and person-to-person. "Digital Video Recorders" features a macro and micro views of the already established yet still burgeoning DVR industry. As part of the NAB Executive Technology Briefing series, this book gives you a wealth of market knowledge, business models, case studies, and industry insignts explained in a non-technical fashion. "Digital Video Recorders" discusses the impact of the technology across many different industries and platforms, explains hardware, software and technology of set-top boxes, DVR infrastructure, on-screen guides, planning and scheduling, content security, and more. Whether you are an executive in the broadcast, telecommunications, consumer electronic, or advertising space, you will expand your knowledge on DVR impact, explore new business opportunities, and get a brief overview of the technical terms needed. You will also be able to accurately analyze and understand the trends, projections and other data, all of which will help lead to the expedited growth and development of DVR industry.• Part of the NAB Executive Technology Briefing series which brings you industry technology information in a consice market brief• Quickly get up to speed on terms, market, and the business of the DVR industry• Packed with real-world case studies and exclusive market research for a comprehesive insight |
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Earth's Endless Effort $2.99 LAFE doesn't live in the forest. LAFE is the forest.The largest living being on Earth, LAFE (Large Aspen Forest Entity) is a single plant covering thousands of acres high in the Rocky Mountains on Colorado's Western Slope. LAFE's size and thousands of years of life experience provide the wisdom to escape notice and avoid the complexity of human society, but he has limitations. LAFE cannot move, sleeps all winter, and can be attacked with chain saws and fire.So, when a pipeline project threatens to cut LAFE's brain in half, LAFE overcomes long-standing antipathy toward human beings and seeks the aid of Daphne DeFreest. But first they must heal her broken body and find a way to communicate. Then Daphne must find the love of her life, and they all must cope with their common enemies.This is their story.When Daphne's healing is complete, LAFE chooses Mikio, a hiker and computer hardware guru, to find her and bring her back to human society. Because she's changed in many tree-like ways, Daphne first has to make herself presentable to a society that doesn't favor green skin, nails, and blood. She then uses her skill as a financial analyst to raise money to buy Kebler Natural Gas, the company responsible for the pipeline project. To gain time for her to raise the money, LAFE organizes a delaying campaign against the trenchers, aided by his forest resources (skunks, wasps, raccoons, and heaven knows what else). He manages to delay until the crew must stop digging for the winter—when he must go dormant. She learns her father has had a series of strokes, causing control of the family brokerage to be turned over the her ruthless cousin, Russell—because Daphne, the rightful successor, is thought to be dead. She decides to keep her existence hidden while she prepares to regain control of the brokerage.By the time LAFE wakes in the spring, she still hasn't quite enough money to take over KNG. She lets Mikio in on the secret of LAFE so |