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Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing: 16th International Conference, ICA3PP 2016, Granada, Spain, December 14-16, 2016, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #10048)
by Peter Mueller Jesus Carretero Javier Garcia-Blas Ryan K.L. Ko Koji NakanoThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing, ICA3PP 2016, held in Granada, Spain, in December 2016. The 30 full papers and 22 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 117 submissions. They cover many dimensions of parallel algorithms and architectures, encompassing fundamental theoretical approaches, practical experimental projects, and commercial components and systems trying to push beyond the limits of existing technologies, including experimental efforts, innovative systems, and investigations that identify weaknesses in existing parallel processing technology.
Security in Computing and Communications
by Peter Mueller Sabu M. Thampi Md Zakirul Alam Bhuiyan Ryan Ko Robin Doss Jose M. Alcaraz CaleroThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Symposium on Security in Computing and Communications, SSCC 2013, held in Mysore, India, in August 2013. The 24 revised full papers presented together with 15 poster papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 111 submissions. The papers cover all aspects of secure computing and communication in networking and distributed systems such as cloud-based data centers.
Upgrading and Repairing PCs 22nd Edition
by Scott M. MuellerFor more than 25 years, Upgrading and Repairing PCs has been the world''s #1 guide to PC hardware: The single source for reliable information on how PCs work, troubleshooting and fixing problems, adding hardware, optimizing performance, and building new PCs. Scott Mueller delivers practical answers about PC processors, mother-boards, buses, BIOSes, memory, SSD and HDD storage, video, audio, networks, Internet connectivity, power, and much more. You''ll find the industry''s best coverage of diagnostics, testing, and repair--plus cutting-edge discussions of improving PC performance via overclocking and other techniques. Mueller has taught thousands of professionals in person and millions more through his books and videos--nobody knows more about keeping PCs running perfectly. Whether you''re a professional technician, a small business owner trying to save money, or a home PC enthusiast, this is the only PC hardware book you need!
Building Oracle XML Applications
by Steve MuenchThis rich and detailed look at the many Oracle tools that support XML development shows Java and PL/SQL developers how to combine the power of XML and XSLT with the speed, functionality, and reliability of the Oracle database. The nearly 800 pages of entertaining text, helpful and time-saving hints, and extensive examples can be put to use immediately to build custom XML applications. Includes a CD-ROM with JDeveloper 3.1, an integrated development environment for Java developers.
Building Oracle XML Applications
by Steve MuenchXML (Extensible Markup Language)has emerged as the industry standard for describing data for e-commerce, particularly for business-to-business exchange. Oracle Corporation supports XML in a wide range of products, and the company describes Oracle8 i, its "Internet database" as "the first XML-enabled database." XML is a key part of the company's e-business strategy. Building Oracle XML Applications gives both Java and PL/SQL developers a rich and detailed look at the range of available Oracle XML technologies. The book shows how to combine the power of XML and XSLT with the speed, functionality, and reliability of the Oracle database to build flexible applications. The author delivers nearly 800 pages of entertaining text, helpful and time-saving hints, and extensive examples that developers can put to use immediately to build custom XML applications. Products covered include: XSQL pages and the XSQL servlet JDeveloper XSLT Processor XML Parser interMedia Advanced Queuing The accompanying CD-ROM contains JDeveloper 3.1, an integrated development environment for Java developers.
R for SAS and SPSS Users
by Robert A. MuenchenThis book introduces R using SAS and SPSS terms. It demonstrates which of the add-on packages are most like SAS and SPSS and compares them to R's built-in functions. It compares and contrasts the differing approaches of all three packages.
R for Stata Users
by Robert A. Muenchen Joseph M. HilbeStata is the most flexible and extensible data analysis package available from a commercial vendor. R is a similarly flexible free and open source package for data analysis, with over 3,000 add-on packages available. This book shows you how to extend the power of Stata through the use of R. It introduces R using Stata terminology with which you are already familiar. It steps through more than 30 programs written in both languages, comparing and contrasting the two packages' different approaches. When finished, you will be able to use R in conjunction with Stata, or separately, to import data, manage and transform it, create publication quality graphics, and perform basic statistical analyses. A glossary defines over 50 R terms using Stata jargon and again using more formal R terminology. The table of contents and index allow you to find equivalent R functions by looking up Stata commands and vice versa. The example programs and practice datasets for both R and Stata are available for download.
Inductive Logic Programming: 31st International Conference, ILP 2022, Windsor Great Park, UK, September 28–30, 2022, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #13779)
by Stephen H. Muggleton Alireza Tamaddoni-NezhadThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 31st International Conference on Inductive Logic Programming, ILP 2022, held during September 28-30, 2022.The 11 regular papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions The papers in these proceedings represent the diversity and vitality in present ILP research, including statistical relational learning, transfer learning, scientific reasoning, learning temporal models, synthesis and planning, and argumentation and language.
The Datapreneurs: The Promise of AI and the Creators Building Our Future
by Bob Muglia Steve HammA leader in the data economy explains how we arrived at AI—and how we can navigate its future In The Datapreneurs, Bob Muglia helps us understand how innovation in data and information technology have led us to AI—and how this technology must shape our future. The long-time Microsoft executive, former CEO of Snowflake, and current tech investor maps the evolution of the modern data stack and how it has helped build today&’s economy and society. And he explains how humanity must create a new social contract for the artificial general intelligence (AGI)—autonomous machines intelligent as people—that he expects to arrive in less than a decade. Muglia details his personal experience in the foundational years of computing and data analytics, including with Bill Gates and Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, and others that are not household names—yet. He builds upon Isaac Asimov&’s Laws of Robotics to explore the moral, ethical, and legal implications of today&’s smart machines, and how a combination of human and machine intelligence could create an era of progress and prosperity where all the people on Earth can have what they need and want without destroying our natural environment.The Datapreneurs is a call to action. AGI is surely coming. Muglia believes that tech business leaders, ethicists, policy leaders, and even the general public must collaborate answer the short- and long-term questions raised by its emergence. And he argues that we had better get going, because advances are coming so fast that society risks getting caught flatfooted—with potentially disastrous consequences.
Data and Information in Online Environments: First EAI International Conference, DIONE 2020, Florianópolis, Brazil, March 19-20, 2020, Proceedings (Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering #319)
by Rogério MugnainiThis book constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings of the First International Conference on Data and Information in Online Environments, DIONE 2020, which took place in Florianópolis, Brazil, in March 2020. DIONE 2020 handles the growing interaction between the information sciences, communication sciences and computer sciences. The 18 revised full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 37 submissions and focus on the production, dissemination and evaluation of contents in online environments. The goal is to improve cooperation between data science, natural language processing, data engineering, big data, research evaluation, network science, sociology of science and communication communities.
IT Applications for Sustainable Living (SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology)
by Muhamad Husaini Abu Bakar Tajul Adli Abdul Razak Andreas ÖchsnerThe Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a new paradigm that connects the physical world with the digital world. It is a network of interconnected devices, sensors, and objects that can communicate with each other, collect and exchange data, and perform various tasks without human intervention. The IoT has the potential to revolutionize various industries, such as healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture, by enabling real-time monitoring, automation, and optimization of processes. This book is a collection of research manuscripts that explores the latest developments in smart technologies for sustainable living with reference to the IoT landscape, including its architecture, applications and challenges. The research covers a wide range of topics including character segmentation, recognition and classification, deep learning, smart home, earthquake early-warning system, wireless sensor network, embedded RFID system and many more. It also discusses various IoT platforms, protocols, and standards that are being developed to enable seamless integration and interoperability of IoT devices and services. The research book aims to become a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in smart technologies and sustainable living.
OpenCV Android Programming By Example
by Amgad MuhammadDevelop vision-aware and intelligent Android applications with the robust OpenCV libraryAbout This BookThis is the most up-to-date book on OpenCV Android programming on the market at the moment. There is no direct competition for our title.Based on a technology that is increasing in popularity, proven by activity in forums related to this topic.This book uniquely covers applications such as the Panoramic viewer and Automatic Selfie, among others.Who This Book Is ForIf you are an Android developer and want to know how to implement vision-aware applications using OpenCV, then this book is definitely for you.It would be very helpful if you understand the basics of image processing and computer vision, but no prior experience is requiredWhat You Will LearnIdentify and install all the elements needed to start building vision-aware Android applicationsExplore image representation, colored and gray scaleRecognize and apply convolution operations and filtering to deal with noisy dataUse different shape analysis techniquesExtract and identify interest points in an imageUnderstand and perform object detectionRun native computer vision algorithms and gain performance boostsIn DetailStarting from the basics of computer vision and OpenCV, we'll take you all the way to creating exciting applications. You will discover that, though computer vision is a challenging subject, the ideas and algorithms used are simple and intuitive, and you will appreciate the abstraction layer that OpenCV uses to do the heavy lifting for you. Packed with many examples, the book will help you understand the main data structures used within OpenCV, and how you can use them to gain performance boosts. Next we will discuss and use several image processing algorithms such as histogram equalization, filters, and color space conversion. You then will learn about image gradients and how they are used in many shape analysis techniques such as edge detection, Hough Line Transform, and Hough Circle Transform. In addition to using shape analysis to find things in images, you will learn how to describe objects in images in a more robust way using different feature detectors and descriptors.By the end of this book, you will be able to make intelligent decisions using the famous Adaboost learning algorithm.Style and approachAn easy-to-follow tutorial packed with hands-on examples. Each topic is explained and placed in context, and the book supplies full details of the concepts used for added proficiency.
Federated Learning Systems: Towards Next-Generation AI (Studies in Computational Intelligence #965)
by Muhammad Habib ur Rehman Mohamed Medhat GaberThis book covers the research area from multiple viewpoints including bibliometric analysis, reviews, empirical analysis, platforms, and future applications. The centralized training of deep learning and machine learning models not only incurs a high communication cost of data transfer into the cloud systems but also raises the privacy protection concerns of data providers. This book aims at targeting researchers and practitioners to delve deep into core issues in federated learning research to transform next-generation artificial intelligence applications. Federated learning enables the distribution of the learning models across the devices and systems which perform initial training and report the updated model attributes to the centralized cloud servers for secure and privacy-preserving attribute aggregation and global model development. Federated learning benefits in terms of privacy, communication efficiency, data security, and contributors’ control of their critical data.
Trust Models for Next-Generation Blockchain Ecosystems (EAI/Springer Innovations in Communication and Computing)
by Muhammad Habib ur Rehman Davor Svetinovic Khaled Salah Ernesto DamianiThis book discusses the trust models for next-generation Blockchain ecosystems. The book provides a comprehensive discussion on various trust factors involving security, anonymization, reputation, governance, economic models, and other relevant determinants. The book covers various topics in breadth and depth. In addition, it sets the foundation to involve the readers in understanding the core theories supplemented with technical and experimental discussion. The book starts by laying out the foundations of trust models in Blockchain ecosystems. The authors then provide a study of existing trust models Blockchain networks. They then provide identification of trust factors and discuss each trust factor. The book concludes with a future outlook of trust-enabling Blockchain ecosystems.Outlines the trust models for next-generation Blockchain ecosystems;Covers the trust issues in various Blockchain ecosystems running in public, private, consortium, and cloud environments;Features issues such has privacy, security, scalability, and requirements in Blockchain.
Recent Trends in Manufacturing and Materials Towards Industry 4.0: Selected Articles from iM3F 2020, Malaysia (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)
by Muhammed Nafis Osman Zahid Amiril Sahab Abdul Sani Mohamad Rusydi Mohamad Yasin Zulhelmi Ismail Nurul Akmal Che Lah Faiz Mohd TuranThis book presents part of the proceedings of the Manufacturing and Materials track of the iM3F 2020 conference held in Malaysia. This collection of articles deliberates on the key challenges and trends related to manufacturing as well as materials engineering and technology in setting the stage for the world in embracing the fourth industrial revolution. It presents recent findings with regards to manufacturing and materials that are pertinent towards the realizations and ultimately the embodiment of Industry 4.0, with contributions from both industry and academia.
Information Spread in a Social Media Age: Modeling and Control
by Michael Muhlmeyer Shaurya AgarwalThe rise of social networks and social media has led to a massive shift in the ways information is dispersed. Platforms like Twitter and Facebook allow people to more easily connect as a community, but they can also be avenues for misinformation, fake news, and polarization. The need to examine, model, and analyze the trajectory of information spread within this new paradigm has never been greater. This text expands upon the authors’ combined teaching experience, engineering knowledge, and multiple academic journal publications on these topics to present an intuitive and easy to understand exploration of social media information spread alongside the technical and mathematical concepts. By design, this book uses simple language and accessible and modern case studies (including those centered around United States mass shootings, the #MeToo social movement, and more) to ensure it is accessible to the casual reader. At the same time, readers with prior knowledge of the topics will benefit from the mathematical model and control elements and accompanying sample simulation code for each main topic. By reading this book and working through the included exercises, readers will gain a general understanding of modern social media systems, network fundamentals, model development techniques, and social marketing. The mathematical modeling of information spread over social media is heavily emphasized through a review of existing epidemiology and marketing based models. The book then presents novel models developed by the authors to account for modern social media concerns such as community filter bubbles, strongly polarized groups, and contentious information spread. Readers will learn how to build and execute simple case studies using Twitter data to help verify the text’s proposed models. Once the reader is armed with a fundamental understanding of mathematical modeling and social media-based system considerations, the book introduces more complex engineering control concepts, including controller design, PID control, and optimal control. Examples of control methods for social campaigns and misinformation mitigation applications are covered in a step-by-step format from problem formulation to solution simulation and results discussions. While many of the examples and methods are framed in the context of controlling social media information spread, the material is also directly applicable to many different types of controllable systems. With the essential background, models, and tools presented within, any interested reader can take the first steps toward exploring and taming the growing complexity of the modern social media age.
Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition
by Nancy MuirThe bestselling guide to choosing a computer and getting online, fully updated for Windows 8! Whether you use your computer for bookkeeping, making travel plans, socializing, shopping, or just plain fun, computers are now an essential part of daily life. But it can be overwhelming to keep up with the technology as it continually evolves. This clear, friendly guide not only gets you up to speed on computer basics, it also covers the very latest information, like the changes you?ll see with Windows 8. You'll learn to use the keyboard and mouse, navigate the Windows 8 operating system, access the Internet, create documents, keep safe online, and more. Packed with screenshots and illustrations, the new edition of this popular book is easy to follow, never intimidating, and always helpful. Starts with the basics and assumes no prior knowledge of computers Updates your current skills for the latest technology changes, such as the Windows 8 operating system Explains how to connect to the Internet, keep up with family and friends via e-mail and social media, find recipes and health information, book travel, manage your budget, and much more Shows you how to organize documents, work with files and folders, manage pictures and videos, and customize your desktop and system Offers tips and advice to help you avoid common pitfalls Take on technology with confidence and take advantage of all your computer can do with Computers for Seniors For Dummies, 3rd Edition!
Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2007 Plain & Simple
by Nancy MuirHere's WHAT You'll Learn Easily navigate the new user interface Create presentations from templates or from scratch Add tables, charts, and other graphics Use animation, sound, and other special effects Apply themes, layouts, and master slides Print slides and notes--and deliver a polished presentation Here's HOW You'll Learn It Jump in wherever you need answers Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts Quick TRY THIS! exercises help you apply what you learn right away
Microsoft® PowerPoint® 2010 Plain & Simple
by Nancy MuirGet the guide that makes learning Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve problems and learn the tools, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll discover new and exciting ways to create and share dynamic presentations with any audience. Here's WHAT you'll learn: Create dynamic presentations for your audience Include charts, tables, clip art, and other graphics Add video clips and CD music Animate slide and add transition effects Edit and polish your presentations with ease Create speaker notes and record narration Here's HOW you'll learn it: Jump in whenever you need answers Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away
Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Plain & Simple
by Nancy Muir<p>With this full color, no-nonsense guide, you’ll learn the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill with Microsoft® PowerPoint® 2013. Easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language make learning plain and simple!</p>
Windows® 8 Plain & Simple
by Nancy MuirLearn the simplest ways to get things done with Windows® 8! Here's WHAT you'll learn: Run your apps, and manage your calendar and contacts Explore the web, and send and receive email and messages Organize your files on the PC and in the cloud with Microsoft® SkyDrive® View, share, and store your own photos and videos Play games, manage your music, and watch movies Use maps to find directions and set your location Here's HOW you'll learn it: Jump in wherever you need answers Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away
Computer für Senioren für Dummies (Für Dummies)
by Nancy C. MuirWie bringe ich den Computer zum Arbeiten? Was sind eigentlich Apps? Ist das Internet sicher? Nancy Muir erklärt Ihnen, wie ein Computer funktioniert und wie Sie Drucker & Co. zum Laufen bringen. Sie erläutert auch die Grundlagen von Windows 11. Bald wissen Sie, wie Sie sicher im Internet surfen, online Kontakte pflegen, in der Cloud arbeiten, Apps kaufen und vieles mehr.
Computers For Seniors For Dummies
by Nancy C. Muirng to use a computer for bookkeeping, making travel pans, socializing, shopping, or just plain fun, this clear and friendly guide takes the intimidation out of computer basics and the ever-evolving technology that surrounds it.Large-print format and drawings make it easy to read and understandIncludes chapter openers that present the tasks covered with associated page numbers to help you find material fastContains the most up-to-date information on the Windows 9 operating systemProvides coverage of Windows 8.1 for those who aren't early adoptersIf you've just purchased your first computer or laptop need a plain-English introduction to getting started, Computers For Seniors For Dummies has you covered.
Computers For Seniors For Dummies
by Nancy C. MuirThe bestselling guide—now in a new edition A computer provides a great resource for learning new things and keeping in touch with family and friends, but it may seem intimidating at first. The bestselling Computers For Seniors For Dummies is here to help the 50+ set conquer and overcome any uncertainty with clear-cut, easy-to-understand guidance on how to confidently navigate your computer and the Windows 10 operating system. Featuring large text and images, it's never been easier for seniors to smoothly click their way around a new PC. Even if you don't know a mouse from a megabyte, this book walks you through all the steps to choosing, setting up, and successfully using your new computer. Begin with learning how to turn the computer on and use the keyboard, and from there you'll progress to effortlessly finding your way around the new Windows 10 operating system. Explore all you can do with a computer: Research topics of interest Keep in touch with loved ones Shop securely online Find recipes and diet tips If you've just purchased your first computer and need a plain-English introduction to getting started, Computers For Seniors For Dummies has you covered.
Fire Tablets For Dummies
by Nancy C. MuirLeverage the power of the bestselling Amazon tablet--the FireThe Fire Tablet is hot--as Amazon's premiere tablet, it has access to a large music and video store, a growing app store, a massive library of e-books, and fast, easy one-click shopping. If you're the proud new owner of the latest version of this popular tablet, this fun and friendly guide fuels the fire by helping you make the most of its myriad features and capabilities.There's a ton of documentation and online support surrounding the Fire, but much of it is lacking--not to mention packed with jargon that could make even a tech-guru's head spin. In Fire Tablets For Dummies, you'll get easy-to-understand, thorough, and plain-English explanations of the features and topics you'll encounter as you cruise around your cool new device.Shows you how to set up your Fire, navigate with the touchscreen, and connect to Wi-FiOffers clear instruction on browsing the web, receiving and sending email, and posting on FacebookCovers new services Amazon has instituted in the latest Fire Tablet modelProvides up-to-date information on the latest and greatest apps available for your Fire tabletWhether you want to play music, watch movies, read e-books, shop online, or download apps from the Amazon Appstore--or anything in between--you'll want to keep Fire Tablets For Dummies close at hand to unlock the limitless potential of your tablet.