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Next-Generation Machine Learning with Spark: Covers XGBoost, LightGBM, Spark NLP, Distributed Deep Learning with Keras, and More
by Butch QuintoAccess real-world documentation and examples for the Spark platform for building large-scale, enterprise-grade machine learning applications.The past decade has seen an astonishing series of advances in machine learning. These breakthroughs are disrupting our everyday life and making an impact across every industry. Next-Generation Machine Learning with Spark provides a gentle introduction to Spark and Spark MLlib and advances to more powerful, third-party machine learning algorithms and libraries beyond what is available in the standard Spark MLlib library. By the end of this book, you will be able to apply your knowledge to real-world use cases through dozens of practical examples and insightful explanations. What You Will LearnBe introduced to machine learning, Spark, and Spark MLlib 2.4.xAchieve lightning-fast gradient boosting on Spark with the XGBoost4J-Spark and LightGBM librariesDetect anomalies with the Isolation Forest algorithm for SparkUse the Spark NLP and Stanford CoreNLP libraries that support multiple languagesOptimize your ML workload with the Alluxio in-memory data accelerator for SparkUse GraphX and GraphFrames for Graph AnalysisPerform image recognition using convolutional neural networksUtilize the Keras framework and distributed deep learning libraries with Spark Who This Book Is For Data scientists and machine learning engineers who want to take their knowledge to the next level and use Spark and more powerful, next-generation algorithms and libraries beyond what is available in the standard Spark MLlib library; also serves as a primer for aspiring data scientists and engineers who need an introduction to machine learning, Spark, and Spark MLlib.
Next Generation Mobile Broadcasting
by David Gomez-BarqueroThis book provides an overview of the past, present, and future in mobile multimedia broadcasting. The first part of the book supplies an overview of the new generation mobile broadcasting technologies currently available. The second part describes the cutting-edge mobile broadcast technology known as DVB-NGH (Digital Video Broadcasting - Next Generation Handheld), which is expected to significantly outperform existing technologies in both capacity and coverage. The book is edited by a member of the DVB-NGH standardization group, and contains contributions from the different standardization groups worldwide.
The Next Generation of Distance Education
by Jason B. Huett Leslie MollerThe world of education is being radically altered with the change being driven by technology, openness, and unprecedented access to knowledge. Older correspondence-style methods of instructional delivery are passé and "classroom adapted to the web" approaches to learning are often ineffective and do little to harness the transformational potential of technology. E-Learning scenarios, mobile technologies, communication and information access, and personal learning environments are becoming mainstream and, as a result, control of the learning process is shifting away from institutions and into the hands of learners. This volumes promotes a forward-thinking agenda for research and scholarship that highlights new ideas, deep insights, and novel approaches to "unconstrained" learning.
Next Generation of Internet of Things: Proceedings of ICNGIoT 2021 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #201)
by Raghvendra Kumar Brojo Kishore Mishra Prasant Kumar PattnaikThis book includes selected papers from the International Conference on Next Generation of Internet of Things (ICNGIoT 2021), organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Engineering, GIET University, Gunupur, Odisha, India, during 5–6 February 2021. The book covers topics such as IoT network design and architecture, IoT network virtualization, IoT sensors, privacy and security for IoT, SMART environment, social networks, data science and data analytics, cognitive intelligence and augmented intelligence, and case studies and applications.
Next Generation of Internet of Things: Proceedings of ICNGIoT 2022 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #445)
by Raghvendra Kumar Prasant Kumar Pattnaik João Manuel R. S. TavaresThis book includes selected papers from the International Conference on Next Generation of Internet of Things (ICNGIoT 2022), organized by Department of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Engineering, GIET University, Gunupur, Odisha, India, during February 3–4, 2022. The book covers topics such as IoT network design and architecture, IoT network virtualization, IoT sensors, privacy and security for IoT, SMART environment, social networks, data science and data analytics, cognitive intelligence and augmented intelligence, and case studies and applications.
Next Generation Sensors and Systems
by Subhas Chandra MukhopadhyayWritten by experts in their area of research, this book has outlined the current status of the fundamentals and analytical concepts, modelling and design issues, technical details and practical applications of different types of sensors and discussed about the trends of next generation of sensors and systems happening in the area of Sensing technology. This book will be useful as a reference book for engineers and scientist especially the post-graduate students find will this book as reference book for their research on wearable sensors, devices and technologies.
Next Generation Sequencing Technologies and Challenges in Sequence Assembly
by Sara El-Metwally Osama M. Ouda Mohamed HelmyThe introduction of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies resulted in a major transformation in the way scientists extract genetic information from biological systems, revealing limitless insight about the genome, transcriptome and epigenome of any species. However, with NGS, came its own challenges that require continuous development in the sequencing technologies and bioinformatics analysis of the resultant raw data and assembly of the full length genome and transcriptome. Such developments lead to outstanding improvements of the performance and coverage of sequencing and improved quality for the assembled sequences, nevertheless, challenges such as sequencing errors, expensive processing and memory usage for assembly and sequencer specific errors remains major challenges in the field. This book aims to provide brief overviews the NGS field with special focus on the challenges facing the NGS field, including information on different experimental platforms, assembly algorithms and software tools, assembly error correction approaches and the correlated challenges.
Next Generation Smart Grids: Modeling, Control and Optimization (Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering #824)
by Papia Ray Surender Reddy SalkutiThis book is a collection of chapters describing the advanced and future aspects of smart grid technology. The book emphasizes technical issues, theoretical background and practical applications that drive postgraduates, researchers and practicing engineers with the right advanced skills, vision and knowledge who will further be capable of leading in teams involved in the modelling, control, design, and optimization of the future smart grids. This feature strengthens the benefits of the book for the readers who will gain an insightful understanding of future smart grid challenges including: (i) the formulation of decision-making models, (ii) the familiarization with efficient solution algorithms for such models and (iii) insights into these problems through the detailed analysis of numerous illustrative examples. Further the chapters in this book provide comprehensive coverage of modelling, control and optimization of smart grid which are quite different from most technical publications.
Next Generation Systems and Networks: Proceedings of BITS EEE CON 2022 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #641)
by Hari Om Bansal Pawan K. Ajmera Sandeep Joshi Ramesh C. Bansal Chandra ShekharThe book is a collection of high-quality research papers presented at International Conference on Next Generation Systems and Networks (BITS EEE CON 2022), held at Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, Rajasthan, India, during November 4–5, 2022. This book provides reliable and efficient design solutions for the next-generation networks and systems. The book covers research areas in energy, power and control; communication and signal processing; and electronics and nanotechnology.
The Next Generation Vehicular Networks, Modeling, Algorithm and Applications (Wireless Networks)
by Zhou Su Yilong Hui Tom H. Luan Qiaorong Liu Rui XingThis book proposes the novel network envisions and framework design principles, in order to systematically expound the next generation vehicular networks, including the modelling, algorithms and practical applications. It focuses on the key enabling technologies to design the next generation vehicular networks with various vehicular services to realize the safe, convenient and comfortable driving. The next generation vehicular networks has emerged to provide services with a high quality of experience (QoE) to vehicles, where both better network maintainability and sustainability can be obtained than before.The framework design principles and related network architecture are also covered in this book. Then, the series of research topics are discussed including the reputation based content centric delivery, the contract based mobile edge caching, the Stackelberg game model based computation offloading, the auction game based secure computation offloading, the bargain game based security protection and the deep learning based autonomous driving. Finally, the investigation, development and future works are also introduced for designing the next generation vehicular networks.The primary audience for this book are researchers, who work in computer science and electronic engineering. Professionals working in the field of mobile networks and communications, as well as engineers and technical staff who work on the development or the standard of computer networks will also find this book useful as a reference.
Next Generation Wireless LANs
by Eldad Perahia Robert StaceyThis exciting and comprehensive overview describes the underlying principles, implementation details, and key enhancing features of the new IEEE 802. 11n standard, which has been created to significantly improve network throughput. A detailed discussion of important strength and reliability enhancing features is given in addition to a clear summary of any issues. Advanced topics are also covered. With numerous examples and simulation results included to highlight the benefits of the new features, this is an ideal reference for designers of Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) equipment, and network managers whose systems adopt the new standard. It is also a useful distillation of 802. 11n technology for graduate students and researchers in the field of wireless communication.
Next-Generation Wireless Technologies: 4G and Beyond
by Naveen Chilamkurti Hakima Chaouchi Sherali ZeadallyThis comprehensive text/reference examines the various challenges to secure, efficient and cost-effective next-generation wireless networking. Topics and features: presents the latest advances, standards and technical challenges in a broad range of emerging wireless technologies; discusses cooperative and mesh networks, delay tolerant networks, and other next-generation networks such as LTE; examines real-world applications of vehicular communications, broadband wireless technologies, RFID technology, and energy-efficient wireless communications; introduces developments towards the 'Internet of Things' from both a communications and a service perspective; discusses the machine-to-machine communication model, important applications of wireless technologies in healthcare, and security issues in state-of-the-art networks.
Next Generation Wireless Terahertz Communication Networks
by Saim GhafoorThe rapid growth of the data traffic demands new ways to achieve high-speed wireless links. The backbone networks, data centers, mission-critical applications, as well as end-users sitting in office or home, all require ultra-high throughput and ultra-low latency wireless links. Sophisticated technological advancement and huge bandwidth are required to reduce the latency. Terahertz band, in this regard, has a huge potential to provide these high-capacity links where a user can download the file in a few seconds. To realize the high-capacity wireless links for future applications, in this book, different aspects of the Terahertz band wireless communication network are presented. This book highlights the Terahertz channel characteristics and modeling, antenna design and beamforming, device characterization, applications, and protocols. It also provides state-of-the-art knowledge on different communication aspects of Terahertz communication and techniques to realize the true potential of the Terahertz band for wireless communication.
Next.js Quick Start Guide: Server-side rendering done right
by Kirill KonshinCreate, build and deploy universal JavaScript applications using Next.js 6.0Key FeaturesWork with the entire tool-chain for developing universal Javascript applications with Next.jsA straightforward guide to implementing server-side renderingUse Next.js to build SEO-friendly and super fast websitesBook DescriptionNext.js is a powerful addition to the ever-growing and dynamic JavaScript world. Built on top of React, Webpack, and Babel, it is a minimalistic framework for server-rendered universal JavaScript applications. This book will show you the best practices for building sites using Next. js, enabling you to build SEO-friendly and superfast websites.This book will guide you from building a simple single page app to a scalable and reliable client-server infrastructure. You will explore code sharing between client and server, universal modules, and server-side rendering.The book will take you through the core Next.js concepts that everyone is talking about – hot reloading, code splitting, routing, server rendering, transpilation, CSS isolation, and more. You will learn ways of implementing them in order to create your own universal JavaScript application. You will walk through the building and deployment stages of your applications with the JSON API,customizing the confguration, error handling,data fetching, deploying to production, and authentication.What you will learn Explore the benefts of server-side rendering with Next.js Create and link JavaScript modules together by understanding code splitting and bundling Create website pages and wire them together through website navigation Extend your application with additional Webpack loaders and features, as well as custom Babel plugins and presets Use GraphQL and Apollo frameworks with Next.js to fetch data and receive push notifcations Design and implement core modules, such as logging and authentication, and then more complex solutions for access control and business rule management Write tests and use online CI tools such as Travis, GitLab, and more Build a Docker-based container for your app and deploy it to online services such as Heroku and Now.shWho this book is forThis book is for JavaScript developers who want to learn how to generate server-rendered applications.
Next-Level Instructional Design: Master the four competencies shared by professional instructional designers
by Susan Nelson SpencerDevelop the four key competencies essential for a successful career in instructional design with this practical guidePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey FeaturesGrow your core competencies for a well-paying, flexible, and rewarding career in instructional designDiscover expert tips on the key competencies needed to be successful in this fieldLearn practical tips for day-to-day learning projects through real-world ID case studiesBook DescriptionThe field of instructional design offers a rapidly growing, flexible, and rewarding career path. Chances are that if you're a teacher creating training material, college professor designing educational courses, human resources professional creating learning content, or even a graphic designer curating content, you may already be engaging in instructional designing without even realizing it! This book teaches you all about the four capabilities that are most important to exceling as an instructional designer—teaching, writing, creating, and analyzing. The chapters are designed in a way that provides you with practical tips for day-to-day learning projects through true ID stories. You'll get familiar with common misconceptions surrounding the field, along with how to overcome your shortcomings. With the help of easy-to-understand real-world case studies and practical tips, each chapter focuses on developing one particular competency to help you grasp the concepts with ease. By the end of this book, you'll have gained a comprehensive understanding of the key competencies needed to succeed in this field and their importance, and learned how to develop them effectively.What you will learnExplore the four key competencies in detail—teaching, writing, creating, and analyzingUnderstand the importance of building upon all four key competencies of an effective instructional designerDevelop and grow each competency through helpful and practical tips, not just theorySee what really happens in the “real world” of instructional design through myth bustersDiscover common pitfalls and mistakes made by almost every instructional designerRecognize practical teachable moments derived from real-world case studiesWho this book is forThe book is for professionals working in a learning capacity who want to upskill, as well as for self-starters looking to design better learning experiences. This book will show educators, teachers, corporate trainers, and human resources professionals best practices to create learning content using their existing skills. Formal education in the field of instructional design is not needed; the book is rather designed for those who do not have the time or inclination to pursue such a professional qualification.
Next Stop Metaverse: A Quick Guide to Concepts, Uses, and Potential for Research and Practice (Business Guides on the Go)
by Ralf T. Kreutzer Sonja KloseThis book initiates the conversation about the metaverse in science and practice. What will the metaverse look like? What is it about? Where do we stand? What do we need? Where is the journey going? To begin with: Is the metaverse an idea or a promise? Ralf T. Kreutzer and Sonja Klose try to make the vision tangible and imaginable. As with the Internet, it is difficult at this point to predict which developments and technologies will be created and combined by which individuals and companies and in what way.The authors take you by the hand and recommend: Don't ignore these developments! There is no need to make extensive investments in the metaverse today. But a few hands-on exercises are provided to help you be ready when the bandwagon picks up speed. In addition, it can help you to gain advantages in employer branding if it becomes visible that you are also dealing with exciting future topics.
The Next Wave of Sociotechnical Design: 16th International Conference on Design Science Research in Information Systems and Technology, DESRIST 2021, Kristiansand, Norway, August 4–6, 2021, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #12807)
by Stefan Seidel Leona Chandra Kruse Geir Inge HausvikThis book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Design Science Research in Information Systems and Technology, DESRIST 2021, held in Kristiansand, Norway, in August 2021.*The 24 revised full research papers, included in the volume together with 6 short contributions and 7 prototype papers, were carefully reviewed and selected from 78 submissions. They are organized in the following topical sections: impactful sociotechnical design; problem and contribution articulation; design knowledge for reuse; emerging methods and frameworks for DSR; DSR and governance; the new boundaries of DSR.*Apart from the planned on-site event, the hybrid conference model was explored due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI
by Yuval Noah HarariFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world. &“Masterful and provocative.&”—Mustafa SuleymanFor the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions, and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse. Misinformation abounds. And we are rushing headlong into the age of AI—a new information network that threatens to annihilate us. For all that we have accomplished, why are we so self-destructive? Nexus looks through the long lens of human history to consider how the flow of information has shaped us, and our world. Taking us from the Stone Age, through the canonization of the Bible, early modern witch-hunts, Stalinism, Nazism, and the resurgence of populism today, Yuval Noah Harari asks us to consider the complex relationship between information and truth, bureaucracy and mythology, wisdom and power. He explores how different societies and political systems throughout history have wielded information to achieve their goals, for good and ill. And he addresses the urgent choices we face as non-human intelligence threatens our very existence. Information is not the raw material of truth; neither is it a mere weapon. Nexus explores the hopeful middle ground between these extremes, and in doing so, rediscovers our shared humanity.
Nexus 7 For Dummies (Google Tablet)
by Dan GookinFriendly advice on leveraging the power of the new Nexus 7 Google tablet!The arrival of the new Nexus 7 Google tablet is eagerly awaited, thanks to its cutting-edge software, top-notch hardware, unprecedented abilities, and nine-hour battery life. This easy-to-understand, engaging guide covers everything you need to know about this amazing Android tablet. Bestselling Dummies author Dan Gookin uses his friendly writing style to deliver clear instructions for setting up, navigating, and using the device. You'll learn to use all your favorite Google applications that come loaded on the device, personalize it, and much more.Walks you through the touchscreen, wireless access, and software updates Demonstrates how to download, shop for, and fill your Nexus 7 with movies, e-books, games, and musicHelps you keep on top of your schedule and appointments and pursue your interests and hobbies with the latest apps and websitesOffers guidance on using your device to navigate from here to there and stay connected with friends and family while you're awayNexus 7 For Dummies is an essential companion to your other new companion: the Nexus 7!
The Nexus between Artificial Intelligence and Economics
by Ad J. van de Gevel Charles N. NoussairThe manuscript reviews some key ideas about artificial intelligence, and relates them to economics. These include its relation to robotics, and the concepts of synthetic emotions, consciousness, and life. The economic implications of the advent of artificial intelligence, such as its effect on prices and wages, appropriate patent policy, and the possibility of accelerating productivity, are discussed. The growing field of artificial economics and the use of artificial agents in experimental economics is considered.
Nexus of Sustainability: Understanding of FEWSE Systems І (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #559)
by Artur Zaporozhets Viacheslav Bogdanov Anatoly ZagorodnyThe intricate interplay between food, energy, water, societal dynamics, and the environment constitutes the bedrock of contemporary global challenges. In recent decades, this convergence has emerged as a focal point for scientific inquiry, policy formulation, and societal discourse. This book seeks to meticulously unravel the complexities inherent in this nexus, shedding profound light on the interconnected risks, vulnerabilities, and transformative opportunities that define our quest for sustainability in the twenty-first century. The materials of this book were prepared mainly by authors working on the joint project between the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) and the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) of Ukraine “Integrated robust modeling and management of food-energy-water-land use nexus for sustainable development”, and on the project “Comprehensive analysis of robust preventive and adaptive measures of food, energy, water, and social management in the context of systemic risks and consequences of COVID-19” (0122U000552) of the NAS of Ukraine. Members of the System Analysis Committee of the NAS of Ukraine were also involved in the preparation of book chapters. The authors dedicate this book to the memory of the Academician of NAS of Ukraine, Professor Yuri Ermoliev, who died in October 2022 and made a fundamental contribution to stochastic optimization as a basic tool for quantitative risk management. This book largely follows his ideas about risk management and its applications.
Nexus One For Dummies
by Dan GookinExploit the full power of the revolutionary Google Nexus One superphoneNexus One is Google's answer to Apple's iPhone and RIM's BlackBerry. Covering a range of how-to topics, from the most useful Nexus One features and tricks of the core applications, to techniques to get the most out of the device, Nexus One For Dummies is the practical user's guide to the Google Nexus One smartphone.Uses full-color to showcase all the features of the Nexus One, approaching each from the point of view of the user who is new to the technology or discouraged with the scant documentation and online supportCovers a broad range of topics, from setup and configuration, to texting, emailing, accessing the Internet, synching with a PC, using the camera, and expanding the phone's potential with new softwareWritten by the most popular For Dummies author, known throughout the world for his ability to make complex topics easy to understand with his fun and friendly writing styleNexus One For Dummies empowers you to maximize the performance of Google's superphone. After all, what's the point of buying the world's latest, greatest smartphone and never understanding how the thing works?
Nexus Tablets For Dummies
by Dan GookinLeverage the power of Google's revolutionary Nexus tablet with help from Dan Gookin and For DummiesGoogle's Nexus tablet is gaining market share at a rapid rate and offers a fantastic feature set at a price that is sure to please gamers, movie-watchers, e-book fans, and casual tablet users alike. Legendary For Dummies author Dan Gookin reviews all your tablet's features in this friendly guide, showing you just how to take advantage of the Nexus tablet you know and love. From using the built-in web browser to buying and downloading e-books, watching streaming video, taking and sharing photos, keeping in touch with social media, playing games, shopping in the Google Play Store, and customizing your device, you'll enjoy Dan's unique way of navigating the Nexus tablet.Includes coverage of the Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 tabletExplains how to navigate the touchscreen, use the pre-installed Google applications, work with the Android operating system, and connect to a Wi-Fi networkWalks you through shopping for and downloading e-books, apps, and games; creating a slideshow from your photos; side-loading videos and music from your PC; conferencing with your Nexus; and much moreNexus Tablets For Dummies is simply the best way to learn how to take your new Nexus tablet to the next level.
NFT Arte y Coleccionables: La Guía Imprescindible para Comprender Los Tokens No Fungibles (NFT)
by Chris Collins¿Está buscando aprender cómo sacar provecho de la revolución NFT? ¿Acaba de enterarse de las NFT? ¿Quieres unirte a la locura como artista, jugador o músico? ¿Le resulta difícil encontrar toda la información en el mismo lugar o simplemente es completamente confuso? Si esto te suena, ¡sigue leyendo! NFT Arte y Coleccionables para Principiantes ofrece, información completa sobre esta reciente tendencia rentable. Esta guía habla sobre qué son las NFT y también proporciona una breve historia de su aparición. Después de conocer las NFT, también encontrará información sobre los tokens Ethereum. Estos son los estándares que unen el sistema de coleccionables digitales. El funcionamiento interno de las NFT, junto con su importancia y valor, también se tratan en esta guía detallada. Las áreas de aplicación y usos le brindarán el conocimiento de áreas en las que puede ingresar en esta tendencia digital. Además, la información de este libro también enumera los principales mercados y el proceso de creación de NFT. En este libro también se desmienten varios mitos de las NFT. El arte y los juegos son las áreas más importantes que están surgiendo dentro de la moda de NFT. Esto es particularmente cierto para la industria del juego, ya que permite a personas de todas las edades aprender esta tecnología de una manera nueva y divertida.
The NFT Handbook: How to Create, Sell and Buy Non-Fungible Tokens
by Matt Fortnow QuHarrison TerryThe NFT Handbook is a detailed guide on how to create, sell and buy non-fungible tokens without the need for a technical background. Learn exactly what NFTs are, how they evolved, and why they have value.We’ll delve into the different types and aspects of NFTs and discuss the different NFT marketplaces and the pros and cons of each. Create Your Own NFTs: Step by step instructions on all aspects of NFT creation, including what types of content to use, where to source content, adding artistic design, writing the NFT’s description, adding optional unlockable content and setting an optional ongoing royalty. Mint Your NFTs: You’ll learn the process of how to get your NFTs on the blockchain. Sell Your NFTs: We’ll go through the whole process including creating a collection, and the different options such as setting a price or starting an auction. Buy NFTs: What you’ll need to bid on and purchase NFTs, and how to avoid getting scammed. You’ll also get a primer on blockchain, particularly the Ethereum cryptocurrency and “gas” fees. You’ll also be shown step by step how to create, secure and fund your own cryptocurrency wallet, where you’ll store your NFTs and cryptocurrency. Whether you’re experienced with the blockchain and crypto or a complete noob (beginner), The NFT Handbook will guide you in the process of creating, minting, selling and buying NFTs.