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IPHONE 16 PRO USER GUIDE Detailed Manual with Comprehensive Illustration on How to Setup & Use the iPhone 16 Pro with iOS 18 Tips and Tricks for Beginners and Seniors

Welcome to the ultimate guide for mastering your iPhone 16 Pro! Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a complete beginner, this comprehensive manual is designed to help you unlock the full potential of your device. With the latest iOS 18, your iPhone 16 Pro is more powerful and versatile than ever before. Imagine having a personal tech expert at your fingertips, guiding you through every feature and function of your new iPhone. This book is packed with detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions that make learning easy and enjoyable. From setting up your device to exploring advanced features, we’ve got you covered. Are you ready to take stunning photos, manage your apps like a pro, and stay connected with ease? Our guide will show you how to customize your iPhone to suit your lifestyle, enhance your productivity, and keep your data secure. With tips and tricks tailored for both beginners and seniors, you’ll gain confidence and proficiency in no time. Don’t wait any longer to become an iPhone 16 Pro expert! Dive into this user-friendly guide and start exploring the endless possibilities of your device. Whether you’re setting up your iPhone for the first time or looking to master new features, this book is your go-to resource. Get your copy today and transform your iPhone experience!

Invisible Women

#1 International Bestseller “A rallying cry to fight back.” — Sunday Times (London) Winner, 2019 Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award Winner, 2019 Royal Society Science Book Prize Data is fundamental to the modern world. From economic development, to healthcare, to education and public policy, we rely on numbers to allocate resources and make crucial decisions. But because so much data fails to take into account gender, because it treats men as the default and women as atypical, bias and discrimination are baked into our systems. And women pay tremendous costs for this bias in time, money, and sometimes with their lives. Celebrated feminist advocate Caroline Criado Perez investigates the shocking root cause of gender inequality and research in Invisible Women , diving into women’s lives at home, the workplace, the public square, the doctor’s office, and more. Chapters here include: • Can Snow-Clearing Be Sexist • The Myth of Meritocracy • The Henry Higgins Effect • One-Size-Fits-Men • Yentl Syndrome • From Purse to Wallet • Women’s Rights Are Human Rights Perez writes in her preface, “It’s when women are able to step out from the shadows with their voices and their bodies that things start to shift. The gaps close. And so, at heart, Invisible Women is also a call for change. For too long we have positioned women as a deviation from standard humanity and this is why they have been allowed to become invisible. It’s time for a change in perspective. It’s time for women to be seen.” Built on hundreds of studies in the US, the UK, and around the world, and written with energy, wit, and sparkling intelligence, this is a groundbreaking, unforgettable exposé that will change the way you look at the world.

Learning Python

Get a comprehensive, in-depth introduction to the core Python language with this hands-on book. Based on author Mark Lutz's popular training course, this updated sixth edition will help you quickly write efficient, high-quality code with Python. It's an ideal way to begin, whether you're new to programming or a professional developer versed in other languages. Complete with quizzes, exercises, and helpful illustrations, this easy-to-follow self-paced tutorial gets you started with Python 3.12 and all other releases in use today. With a pragmatic focus on what you need to know, it also introduces some advanced language features that have become increasingly common in Python code. This book helps you: Explore Python's built-in object types such as strings, lists, dictionaries, and filesCreate and process objects with Python statements, and learn Python's syntax modelUse functions and functional programming to avoid redundancy and maximize reuseOrganize code into larger components with modules and packagesCode robust programs with Python's exception handling and development toolsApply object-oriented programming and classes to make code customizableSurvey advanced Python tools including decorators, descriptors, and metaclassesWrite idiomatic Python code that runs portably across a wide variety of platforms

Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition

A friendly, fully-illustrated introduction to the most important computer programming algorithms. Master the most widely used algorithms and be fully prepared when you’re asked about them at your next job interview. With beautifully simple explanations, over 400 fun illustrations, and dozens of relevant examples, you’ll actually enjoy learning about algorithms with this fun and friendly guide! In Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition you will discover: • Search, sort, and graph algorithms • Data structures such as arrays, lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs • NP-complete and greedy algorithms • Performance trade-offs between algorithms • Exercises and code samples in every chapter • Over 400 illustrations with detailed walkthroughs The first edition of Grokking Algorithms proved to over 100,000 readers that learning algorithms doesn't have to be complicated or boring! This revised second edition contains brand new coverage of trees, including binary search trees, balanced trees, B-trees and more. You’ll also discover fresh insights on data structure performance that takes account of modern CPUs. Plus, the book’s fully annotated code samples have been updated to Python 3. Foreword by Daniel Zingaro. About the technology The algorithms you use most often have already been discovered, tested, and proven. Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition makes it a breeze to learn, understand, and use them. With beautifully simple explanations, over 400 fun illustrations, and dozens of relevant examples, it’s the perfect way to unlock the power of algorithms in your everyday work and prepare for your next coding interview—no math required! About the book Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition teaches you important algorithms to speed up your programs, simplify your code, and solve common programming problems. Start with tasks like sorting and searching, then build your skills to tackle advanced problems like data compression and artificial intelligence. You’ll even learn to compare the performance tradeoffs between algorithms. Plus, this new edition includes fresh coverage of trees, NP-complete problems, and code updates to Python 3. What's inside • Search, sort, and graph algorithms • Data structures such as arrays, lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs • NP-complete and greedy algorithms • Exercises and code samples in every chapter About the reader No advanced math or programming skills required. About the author Aditya Bhargava is a Software Engineer with a dual background in Computer Science and Fine Arts. He blogs on programming at adit.io. Table of Contents 1 Introduction to algorithms 2 Selection sort 3 Recursion 4 Quicksort 5 Hash tables 6 Beadth-first search 7 Trees 8 Balanced trees 9 Dijkstra’s algorithm 10 Greedy algorithms 11 Dynamic programming 12 k-nearest neighbors 13 where to go next

Take Control of the Mac Command Line with Terminal, Third Edition

Learn how to unleash your inner Unix geek! Version 3.4, updated January 17, 2025 Release your inner geek and harness the power of the Unix underpinnings of macOS! This book from Joe Kissell explains everything you need to know to become comfortable working on the command line in Terminal, and provides numerous "recipes" for performing useful tasks. If you've ever thought you should learn to use the Unix command line that underlies macOS, or felt at sea when typing commands into Terminal, Joe Kissell is here to help! With this book, you'll become comfortable working on the Mac's command line, starting with the fundamentals and adding more advanced topics as your knowledge increases. Joe includes 67 real-life "recipes" for tasks that are best done from the command line, as well as directions for working with permissions, carrying out grep-based searches, creating shell scripts, and installing Unix software. The book begins by teaching you these core concepts: • The differences among Unix, a command line, a shell, and Terminal • Exactly how commands, arguments, and flags work • The basics of Terminal's interface and how to customize it Next, it's on to the command line, where you'll learn: • How to navigate your Mac's directory structure • Basic file management: creating, copying, moving, renaming, opening, viewing, and deleting files • Creating symbolic links • The types of command-line programs • How to start and stop a command-line program • How to edit a text file in nano • How to customize your prompt and other shell defaults • The importance of your PATH and how to change it, if you need to • How to get help (Joe goes way beyond telling you to read the man pages) You'll extend your skills as you discover how to: • Create basic shell scripts to automate repetitive tasks. • Make shell scripts that have variables, user input, conditional statements, loops, and math. • See which programs are running and what system resources they're consuming. • Quit programs that refuse to quit normally. • Enable the command line to interact with the Finder. • Control another Mac via its command line with ssh. • Understand and change an item's permissions, owner, and group. • Run commands as the root user using sudo. • Handle output with pipe (|) or redirect (> or <). • Use grep to search for text patterns in files and filter output. • Install new command-line software from scratch or with a package manager. • Use handy shortcuts in the Terminal app itself and in zsh. Questions answered include: • What changed on the command line in recent versions of macOS? • What are the differences between the zsh shell and the bash shell? • Which shell am I using, and how can I change my default shell? • How do I quickly figure out the path to an item on my Mac? • How can I customize my Terminal window so I can see man pages behind it? • How can I make a shortcut to avoid retyping the same long command? • Is there a trick for entering a long path quickly? • What should I say when someone asks if I know how to use vi? • How do I change my prompt to suit my mood or needs? • What is Command Line Tools for Xcode? • When it comes to package managers, which one should I use? Finally, to help you put it all together, the book showcases 67 real-world "recipes" that combine commands to perform useful tasks, such as listing users who've logged in recently, manipulating graphics, using a separate FileVault password, creating and editing user accounts, figuring out why a disk won't eject, copying the source code of a webpage, determining which apps have open connections to the internet, flushing the DNS cache, finding out why a Mac won't sleep, sending an SMS message, and deleting stubborn items from the Trash.

Face with Tears of Joy: A Natural History of Emoji

A vibrant exploration of the world’s newest language—where it came from, how it works, and where it’s going. We are surrounded by emoji. They appear in politics, movies, drug deals, our sex lives, and more. But emoji’s impact has never been explored in full. In this rollicking tech and pop culture history, Keith Houston follows emoji from its birth in 1990s Japan, traces its Western explosion in the 2000s, and considers emoji’s ever-expanding lexicon. Named for the world’s most popular pictogram, Face with Tears of Joy tells the whole story of emoji for the first time.

Recording your Video Podcast

The first step to making a great video podcast is making a great video – one that works great on the small screen! Get some tips on how to make your ideas come to life in this beginners guide to planning and shooting your own video or video podcast. Also includes tips for purchasing a video camera, or getting the best quality you can from what you already own.

Google Cloud Platform in Action

Summary Google Cloud Platform in Action teaches you to build and launch applications that scale, leveraging the many services on GCP to move faster than ever. You'll learn how to choose exactly the services that best suit your needs, and you'll be able to build applications that run on Google Cloud Platform and start more quickly, suffer fewer disasters, and require less maintenance. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Technology Thousands of developers worldwide trust Google Cloud Platform, and for good reason. With GCP, you can host your applications on the same infrastructure that powers Search, Maps, and the other Google tools you use daily. You get rock-solid reliability, an incredible array of prebuilt services, and a cost-effective, pay-only-for-what-you-use model. This book gets you started. About the Book Google Cloud Platform in Action teaches you how to deploy scalable cloud applications on GCP. Author and Google software engineer JJ Geewax is your guide as you try everything from hosting a simple WordPress web app to commanding cloud-based AI services for computer vision and natural language processing. Along the way, you'll discover how to maximize cloud-based data storage, roll out serverless applications with Cloud Functions, and manage containers with Kubernetes. Broad, deep, and complete, this authoritative book has everything you need. What's inside • The many varieties of cloud storage and computing • How to make cost-effective choices • Hands-on code examples • Cloud-based machine learning About the Reader Written for intermediate developers. No prior cloud or GCP experience required. About the Author JJ Geewax is a software engineer at Google, focusing on Google Cloud Platform and API design. Table of Contents PART 1 - GETTING STARTED • What is "cloud"? • Trying it out: deploying WordPress on Google Cloud • The cloud data center PART 2 - STORAGE • Cloud SQL: managed relational storage • Cloud Datastore: document storage • Cloud Spanner: large-scale SQL • Cloud Bigtable: large-scale structured data • Cloud Storage: object storage PART 3 - COMPUTING • Compute Engine: virtual machines • Kubernetes Engine: managed Kubernetes clusters • App Engine: fully managed applications • Cloud Functions: serverless applications • Cloud DNS: managed DNS hosting PART 4 - MACHINE LEARNING • Cloud Vision: image recognition • Cloud Natural Language: text analysis • Cloud Speech: audio-to-text conversion • Cloud Translation: multilanguage machine translation • Cloud Machine Learning Engine: managed machine learning PART 5 - DATA PROCESSING AND ANALYTICS • BigQuery: highly scalable data warehouse • Cloud Dataflow: large-scale data processing • Cloud Pub/Sub: managed event publishing

Python Game Logic

"Python Game Logic" offers a practical guide to understanding the core principles behind video game creation. It emphasizes the importance of mastering game mechanics and control structures using the Python programming language. Readers will discover how conditional statements and loops dictate game responses to player actions, and how these elements form the foundation for more complex game designs. One intriguing aspect is the focus on building games from scratch, granting developers greater control and a deeper understanding of the underlying code rather than relying on external plugins. The book takes a progressive learning approach, starting with Python syntax and basic game setup using libraries like Pygame. It then delves into handling player input, implementing movement and collision detection, and creating basic game AI. Through hands-on exercises and coding challenges, readers will learn to apply these concepts to build functional 2D game prototypes. This approach ensures that even those with minimal programming experience can grasp the fundamentals of game programming and begin creating their own interactive experiences.

iPhone 16 Pro Max Camera User Guide: Comprehensive Setup & Usage Manual with iOS 18 Tips for Beginners and Seniors

Unlock the full potential of your iPhone 16 Pro Max camera with our comprehensive user guide! Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or a complete beginner, this manual is designed to help you capture stunning photos and videos with ease. Imagine having a personal photography expert at your fingertips, guiding you through every feature and function of your new iPhone camera. This book is packed with detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions that make learning enjoyable and straightforward. From setting up your camera to exploring advanced shooting modes, we’ve got you covered. Are you ready to take professional-quality photos, record cinematic videos, and explore creative editing options? Our guide will show you how to customize your camera settings, enhance your photography skills, and make the most of iOS 18 features. With tips and tricks tailored for both beginners and seniors, you’ll gain confidence and proficiency in no time. Don’t wait any longer to become an iPhone 16 Pro Max camera expert! Dive into this user-friendly guide and start capturing the world around you like never before. Whether you’re setting up your camera for the first time or looking to master new features, this book is your go-to resource. Get your copy today and transform your photography experience!

The Staff Engineer's Path

For years, companies have rewarded their most effective engineers with management positions. But treating management as the default path for an engineer with leadership ability doesn't serve the industry well--or the engineer. The staff engineer's path allows engineers to contribute at a high level as role models, driving big projects, determining technical strategy, and raising everyone's skills. This in-depth book shows you how to understand your role, manage your time, master strategic thinking, and set the standard for technical work. You'll read about how to be a leader without direct authority, how to plan ahead to make the right technical decisions, and how to make everyone around you better, while still growing as an expert in your domain. By exploring the three pillars of a staff engineer's job, Tanya Reilly, a veteran of the staff engineer track, shows you how to: Take a broad, strategic view when thinking about your workDive into practical tactics for making projects succeedDetermine what "good engineering" means in your organization

Why Machines Learn

A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence Machine learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a tumor is cancerous, or deciding if someone gets bail. They now influence developments and discoveries in chemistry, biology, and physics—the study of genomes, extrasolar planets, even the intricacies of quantum systems. And all this before large language models such as ChatGPT came on the scene. We are living through a revolution in machine learning-powered AI that shows no signs of slowing down. This technology is based on relatively simple mathematical ideas, some of which go back centuries, including linear algebra and calculus, the stuff of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century mathematics. It took the birth and advancement of computer science and the kindling of 1990s computer chips designed for video games to ignite the explosion of AI that we see today. In this enlightening book, Anil Ananthaswamy explains the fundamental math behind machine learning, while suggesting intriguing links between artificial and natural intelligence. Might the same math underpin them both? As Ananthaswamy resonantly concludes, to make safe and effective use of artificial intelligence, we need to understand its profound capabilities and limitations, the clues to which lie in the math that makes machine learning possible.

AI Engineering

Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use. Everyone, including those with minimal or no prior AI experience, can now leverage AI models to build applications. In this book, author Chip Huyen discusses AI engineering: the process of building applications with readily available foundation models. The book starts with an overview of AI engineering, explaining how it differs from traditional ML engineering and discussing the new AI stack. The more AI is used, the more opportunities there are for catastrophic failures, and therefore, the more important evaluation becomes. This book discusses different approaches to evaluating open-ended models, including the rapidly growing AI-as-a-judge approach. AI application developers will discover how to navigate the AI landscape, including models, datasets, evaluation benchmarks, and the seemingly infinite number of use cases and application patterns. You'll learn a framework for developing an AI application, starting with simple techniques and progressing toward more sophisticated methods, and discover how to efficiently deploy these applications. Understand what AI engineering is and how it differs from traditional machine learning engineeringLearn the process for developing an AI application, the challenges at each step, and approaches to address themExplore various model adaptation techniques, including prompt engineering, RAG, fine-tuning, agents, and dataset engineering, and understand how and why they workExamine the bottlenecks for latency and cost when serving foundation models and learn how to overcome themChoose the right model, dataset, evaluation benchmarks, and metrics for your needs Chip Huyen works to accelerate data analytics on GPUs at Voltron Data. Previously, she was with Snorkel AI and NVIDIA, founded an AI infrastructure startup, and taught Machine Learning Systems Design at Stanford. She's the author of the book Designing Machine Learning Systems, an Amazon bestseller in AI. AI Engineering builds upon and is complementary to Designing Machine Learning Systems (O'Reilly).

A Thousand Brains

A bestselling author, neuroscientist, and computer engineer unveils a theory of intelligence that will revolutionize our understanding of the brain and the future of AI. For all of neuroscience's advances, we've made little progress on its biggest question: How do simple cells in the brain create intelligence? Jeff Hawkins and his team discovered that the brain uses maplike structures to build a model of the world—not just one model, but hundreds of thousands of models of everything we know. This discovery allows Hawkins to answer important questions about how we perceive the world, why we have a sense of self, and the origin of high-level thought. A Thousand Brains heralds a revolution in the understanding of intelligence. It is a big-think book, in every sense of the word. One of the Financial Times ' Best Books of 2021 One of Bill Gates' Five Favorite Books of 2021

Superagency

Instant New York Times and USA Today Bestseller. Tech visionary and co-founder of Manas AI Reid Hoffman shares his unique insider’s perspective on an AI-powered future, making the case for its potential to unlock a world of possibilities. "An essential companion." — Fei-Fei Li "An important read." —Bill Gates "Brilliant mind. Compassionate heart. Bold ideas…Read this book!” —Van Jones "Refreshingly optimistic and welcome perspective." — Ariana Huffington "A fascinating and insightful book." —Yuval Noah Harari As taught at UPenn's Wharton and Stanford. Superagency offers a roadmap for using AI inclusively and adaptively to improve our lives and create positive change. While acknowledging challenges like disinformation and potential job changes, the book focuses on AI’s immense potential to increase individual agency and create better outcomes for society as a whole. Imagine AI tutors personalizing education for each child, researchers rapidly discovering cures for diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer, and AI advisors empowering people to navigate complex systems and achieve their goals. Hoffman and co-author, tech and culture writer Greg Beato envision a world where these possibilities, and many more, become a reality. Superagency challenges conventional fears, inviting us to view the future through a lens of opportunity, rather than fear. It’s a call to action – to embrace AI with excitement and actively shape a world where human ingenuity and the power of AI combine to create something extraordinary. Entrepreneur Reid Hoffman is a co-founder of LinkedIn, Inflection AI, and Manas AI. He is also host of the podcasts Possible and Masters of Scale .

iPhone 16 Pro Max User Guide: A Detailed Manual with Comprehensive Illustrations on Setting Up with iOS 18 Including Tips and Tricks for Beginners and Seniors

Welcome to the ultimate guide for mastering your new iPhone 16 Pro Max! Whether you’re a tech-savvy enthusiast or a complete beginner, this comprehensive manual is designed to make your transition to iOS 18 as smooth and enjoyable as possible. With detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions, you’ll quickly become proficient in using your iPhone to its fullest potential. Imagine effortlessly navigating through your iPhone’s features, customizing settings to suit your preferences, and discovering hidden tips and tricks that will enhance your user experience. This guide is packed with valuable insights and practical advice, making it an indispensable resource for both beginners and seniors. From setting up your device to exploring advanced functionalities, every aspect is covered in a clear and concise manner. Do you want to take stunning photos, stay connected with loved ones, and manage your daily tasks with ease? This book will show you how. Learn how to set up Face ID, use Siri to its full potential, and explore the latest features of iOS 18. With our expert tips, you’ll be able to customize your iPhone to reflect your personal style and needs. Whether you’re looking to enhance your productivity or simply enjoy your device more, this guide has something for everyone. Don’t wait any longer to unlock the full potential of your iPhone 16 Pro Max. Grab your copy of this detailed manual today and embark on a journey to becoming an iPhone expert. With easy-to-follow instructions and comprehensive illustrations, you’ll find everything you need to know right at your fingertips. Start exploring, learning, and enjoying your iPhone like never before!

100 Things Every Mac User Should Know

We all like to think we're pretty savvy when it comes to using our Macs, and in the case of the typical Macworld reader, that's usually true. But there's a funny thing we've noticed when we talk even to veteran Mac users: There's almost always some essential stuff—basic things that would make their Mac use easier or more efficient—that they've either forgotten or never learned. So we got some Macworld editors and contributors together and asked: What are the things that every Mac user should know how to do? Not the really basic stuff—Command-C, Command-V, and so on—but the skills and knowledge that mark you as Mac-literate. After much pondering and discussion, we came up with a list of 100 items that fit the bill. Those skills run the gamut from startup to shutdown: they include smart ways to manage files and accounts, search, and customize your Mac. We'll bet that you already know many of them. But we'll also bet that you don't know them all. And if you can really, honestly say that you knew every one, you're a whole lot savvier than any of us.

GarageBand for iPad: The complete video guide for beginners

GarageBand for iPad is a fully interactive guide to Apple's amazing GarageBand app that helps everyone get to grips with its powerful music-creation tools. Using clear step-by-step video walkthroughs for each major part of GarageBand, you'll soon be able to record and edit a song like a pro! GarageBand is an incredible app for beginners and musicians alike, but it can be hard to know where to start with it. This easy guide takes you through using the virtual instruments, recording your song, plugging in and using real instruments, editing and tweaking your song, and sharing it with the world. There's a video for every step, so you'll be able to see exactly how to use the app to its full potential. With these friendly videos and interactive images from the experts behind MacFormat and Tap! magazines, you'll be writing and recording songs in no time!

Python Crash Course, 3rd Edition

Python Crash Course is the world’s bestselling programming book, with over 1,500,000 copies sold to date! Python Crash Course is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. This fast-paced, thorough introduction will have you writing programs, solving problems, and developing functioning applications in no time. You’ll start by learning basic programming concepts, such as variables, lists, classes, and loops, and practice writing clean code with exercises for each topic. You’ll also learn how to make your programs interactive and test your code safely before adding it to a project. You’ll put your new knowledge into practice by creating a Space Invaders–inspired arcade game, building a set of data visualizations with Python’s handy libraries, and deploying a simple application online. As you work through the book, you’ll learn how to: Use powerful Python libraries and tools, including pytest, Pygame, Matplotlib, Plotly, and DjangoMake increasingly complex 2D games that respond to keypresses and mouse clicksGenerate interactive data visualizations using a variety of datasetsBuild apps that allow users to create accounts and manage their own data, and deploy your apps online Troubleshoot coding errors and solve common programming problems New to this edition : This third edition is completely revised to reflect the latest in Python code. New and updated coverage includes VS Code for text editing, the pathlib module for file handling, pytest for testing your code, as well as the latest features of Matplotlib, Plotly, and Django. If you’ve been thinking about digging into programming, Python Crash Course will provide you with the skills to write real programs fast. Why wait any longer? Start your engines and code! Covers Python 3.x

Destination CISSP

NEW SECOND EDITION ALIGNED WITH ISC2'S 2024 EXAM OUTLINE. The goal of this concise study guide is simple: to help you confidently pass the CISSP exam and to provide you with a foundation of security knowledge that will equip you to be a better security professional as you navigate your career. We have written this guide to be as concise as possible while still providing sufficient, valuable, and relevant information to help you understand the concepts behind each domain that makes up the CISSP certification. We have created hundreds of diagrams and summary tables and highlighted the core concepts to know for each section - all to make the daunting task of CISSP exam preparation as easy as possible. Our collective wisdom from decades in the trenches of security, working with ISC2, developing official curricula and official guides, teaching thousands of CISSP classes, and guiding tens of thousands of students to passing the CISSP exam has been distilled to create this concise guide to the CISSP exam.

Generative AI For Dummies

Generate a personal assistant with generative AI Generative AI tools capable of creating text, images, and even ideas seemingly out of thin air have exploded in popularity and sophistication. This valuable technology can assist in authoring short and long-form content, producing audio and video, serving as a research assistant, and tons of other professional and personal tasks. Generative AI For Dummies is your roadmap to using the world of artificial intelligence to enhance your personal and professional lives. You'll learn how to identify the best platforms for your needs and write the prompts that coax out the content you want. Written by the best-selling author of ChatGPT For Dummies, this book is the ideal place to start when you're ready to fully dive into the world of generative AI. Discover the best generative AI tools and learn how to use them for writing, designing, and beyond Write strong AI prompts so you can generate valuable output and save time Create AI-generated audio, video, and imagery Incorporate AI into your everyday tasks for enhanced productivity This book offers an easy-to-follow overview of the capabilities of generative AI and how to incorporate them into any job. It's perfect for anyone who wants to add AI know-how into their work.

Prompt Engineering for Generative AI

Large language models (LLMs) and diffusion models such as ChatGPT and Stable Diffusion have unprecedented potential. Because they have been trained on all the public text and images on the internet, they can make useful contributions to a wide variety of tasks. And with the barrier to entry greatly reduced today, practically any developer can harness LLMs and diffusion models to tackle problems previously unsuitable for automation. With this book, you'll gain a solid foundation in generative AI, including how to apply these models in practice. When first integrating LLMs and diffusion models into their workflows, most developers struggle to coax reliable enough results from them to use in automated systems. Authors James Phoenix and Mike Taylor show you how a set of principles called prompt engineering can enable you to work effectively with AI. Learn how to empower AI to work for you. This book explains: The structure of the interaction chain of your program's AI model and the fine-grained steps in betweenHow AI model requests arise from transforming the application problem into a document completion problem in the model training domainThe influence of LLM and diffusion model architecture—and how to best interact with itHow these principles apply in practice in the domains of natural language processing, text and image generation, and code

Take Control of Your Apple Account

Prevent (or solve) problems with your Apple Account! Version 1.1, updated February 26, 2025 The center of the Apple world is your Apple Account. This little identifier ties up your access to iCloud; to purchased and streaming music, TV, and movies; and to all your devices. While an Apple Account is essential, Apple has made it difficult to navigate the many features associated with it—and particularly to troubleshoot and resolve problems that crop up. This book answers dozens of questions and guides you through solutions. It also explains how to use security, recovery, and other features tied to your Apple Account. Everything Apple relies on your Apple Account. It’s a key that unlocks a long list of Apple products and services on any of numerous devices. iCloud uses an Apple Account, as does Apple Music; the App Store; the Music, TV, and Books apps; and more. An Apple Account protects your personal information, including email and iOS/iPadOS backups; helps you find a lost iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch; and can even unlock your Mac. So it goes without saying that if something goes wrong with your Apple Account, you could be in for a world of hurt. Unfortunately, things go wrong with Apple Accounts all the time. Fortunately, Glenn Fleishman, a veteran technology journalist and the author of Macworld’s “Mac 911” column, is ready to help with expert advice on how to manage your Apple Account—including how to prevent, solve, or work around most common problems! This book is fully up to date with all the changes released by Apple in 2024 connected to your Apple Account—including the change of name from Apple ID to Apple Account—as well as for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, and other Apple products and services. In this book, Glenn answers questions like: • What all is my Apple Account used for? • How does my iCloud account relate to my Apple Account? • What’s two-factor authentication and how do I manage it—and not get locked out of my account? • Should I invest in hardware security keys to up the protection of my Apple Account? • Are there other mechanisms I can use to ensure that I can recover an Apple Account in the event of a problem? (Spoiler: yes!) • What should I do if I have two or more Apple Accounts or iCloud accounts? • Will I lose access to all my Apple media purchases if I move to another country? • Can I share an Apple Account with someone else? • What does an Apple One subscription offer and how does it interact with Family Sharing and iCloud+ storage tiers? • Is there an explanation for how code-based and hardware-based second factors protect my account and how they differ from passkeys? (Yes!) • What exactly should I do if I think someone is hacking my Apple Account? • How can I recover a forgotten Apple Account password? • What happens if I’m assaulted or drugged and someone gains access to my iPhone passcode and resets my Apple Account? (Sadly, a too real, if uncommon, problem.) • What steps should I take if Apple locks me out of my account? • If I lose access to an email address associated with my Apple Account, what can I do? • What Apple Account changes in recent versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS do I need to know about? • How can I use Family Sharing to share data and purchases within my family? • What types of subscriptions can I manage with my Apple Account, and how? • Which payment methods can I associate with my Apple Account, and how do I manage them? And that’s just the beginning. Glenn has packed a remarkable amount of concise problem-solving information into this comprehensive book. Read it before you encounter Apple Account problems to minimize your risk, and if you’ve already encountered a problem, read it to find the best path to a rapid solution.

iPhone 16 Pro User Guide: Step-by-Step Manual with iOS 18 Tips for Beginners and Seniors

Unlock the full potential of your iPhone 16 Pro with our comprehensive user guide! This book is designed to help both beginners and seniors navigate their new devices with ease. Imagine having a personal tech expert at your fingertips, guiding you through every feature and function of your iPhone. This guide is packed with detailed illustrations and step-by-step instructions that make learning enjoyable and straightforward. From setting up your device to exploring advanced features, we’ve got you covered. Are you ready to take stunning photos, manage your apps like a pro, and stay connected with ease? Our guide will show you how to customize your iPhone to suit your lifestyle, enhance your productivity, and keep your data secure. With tips and tricks tailored for both beginners and seniors, you’ll gain confidence and proficiency in no time. Don’t wait any longer to become an iPhone 16 Pro expert! Dive into this user-friendly guide and start exploring the endless possibilities of your device. Whether you’re setting up your iPhone for the first time or looking to master new features, this book is your go-to resource. Get your copy today and transform your iPhone experience!

Excel All-in-One For Dummies

Excel-erate your productivity with the only guide you'll need to the latest versions of Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel offers unsurpassed functionality and accessibility for data exploration and analysis to millions of users around the world. And learning to unlock its full potential is easier than you can imagine with help from Excel All-in-One For Dummies. Follow along with Excel expert and veteran author Paul McFedries as he walks you through every feature and technique you need to know to get the most out of this powerful software. You'll learn how to design worksheets, use formulas and functions, collaborate with colleagues and review their work, create charts and graphics, manage and analyze data, and create macros. Plus, you'll discover all the capabilities Microsoft has included in the newest versions of Excel, including dark mode and accessibility features. This indispensable reference allows you to: Get a firm grasp of Excel basics with the book's step-by-step guides before moving on to more advanced topics, like data analysis Access up-to-date information on all the new versions of Excel, including the ones bundled with Microsoft 365, Office 2021, and the LTSC/Enterprise Edition Enjoy the convenience of a single, comprehensive resource detailing everything you need to know about Excel Perfect for people coming to Excel for the very first time, Excel All-in-One For Dummies, Office 2021 Edition is also a must-read resource for anyone looking for a refresher on foundational or advanced Excel techniques.

SwiftUI for Masterminds 5th Edition

Anyone can learn how to develop professional applications for iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers. All you need is the information to be presented in a format that is clear and easy to understand. If that’s what you are looking for, this book is for you. SwiftUI for Masterminds covers both fundamental and advanced concepts, from computer programming and the Swift programming language to database storage, data sharing, graphics, the user interface, and everything you need to know to develop applications for Apple devices. Each topic is supported by practical step-by-step examples, making the latest technologies accessible to everyone. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced developer, SwiftUI for Masterminds will help you master SwiftUI and develop professional apps for Apple devices. By the end of this book, you will have a deep understanding of computer programming, the Swift language, SwiftUI, and every technology provided by Apple to create innovated applications and stunning user interfaces. Discover how easy and powerful app development can be. With SwiftUI for Masterminds, you will have everything you need to turn your ideas into fully functional applications! Introduction to Swift 6 Swift Paradigm Swift Concurrency SwiftData Observation Declarative User Interfaces SwiftUI Framework Multiplatform Applications Navigation Stacks Navigation Split Views Custom Layouts Scroll Views Lists and Grids Tables Maps Forms Graphics and Animations Charts Files Archiving Documents iCloud CloudKit Camera and Photos Video View Web View Gesture Recognizers Drag & Drop Notifications Internationalization and Localization UIKit in SwiftUI ...and more! iOS and Mac development with iOS 18, Xcode 16, Swift 6 and SwiftUI

Ghost in the Wires

In this "intriguing, insightful and extremely educational" novel, the world's most famous hacker teaches you easy cloaking and counter-measures for citizens and consumers in the age of Big Brother and Big Data (Frank W. Abagnale). Kevin Mitnick was the most elusive computer break-in artist in history. He accessed computers and networks at the world's biggest companies -- and no matter how fast the authorities were, Mitnick was faster, sprinting through phone switches, computer systems, and cellular networks. As the FBI's net finally began to tighten, Mitnick went on the run, engaging in an increasingly sophisticated game of hide-and-seek that escalated through false identities, a host of cities, and plenty of close shaves, to an ultimate showdown with the Feds, who would stop at nothing to bring him down. Ghost in the Wires is a thrilling true story of intrigue, suspense, and unbelievable escapes -- and a portrait of a visionary who forced the authorities to rethink the way they pursued him, and forced companies to rethink the way they protect their most sensitive information. "Mitnick manages to make breaking computer code sound as action-packed as robbing a bank." -- NPR

Waze: An Easy Guide to the Best Features

Waze is an application that is a GPS based navigational software that was made for smartphone and tablets. It was made to provide turn by turn information along with user submitted travel times and route details. It was formally called Freemap and was developed in Israel by a start-up called Waze Mobile and was then acquired by Google in 2013. It also allows a carpooling option that sees riders and drivers being connected that ride on the same route without any disruption. It is supported on the iPhone, Android, Symbian and BlackBerry platforms. The newer versions mainly support only Android and iPhone devices as the older devices do not support certain application methodologies. This book will seek to explore the features of this application and educate the users on it.

Minecraft: Guide to Redstone (2017 Edition)

Learn the art of redstone and become a master engineer with Minecraft: Guide to Redstone, then put theory into practice to construct intricate contraptions in Minecraft. Pick up the basics of the redstone components and their uses, discover how to make working circuits, and create incredibly complex builds using your new skills. With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to redstone in Minecraft. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

Deep Thinking

Garry Kasparov's 1997 chess match against the IBM supercomputer Deep Blue was a watershed moment in the history of technology. It was the dawn of a new era in artificial intelligence: a machine capable of beating the reigning human champion at this most cerebral game. That moment was more than a century in the making, and in this breakthrough book, Kasparov reveals his astonishing side of the story for the first time. He describes how it felt to strategize against an implacable, untiring opponent with the whole world watching, and recounts the history of machine intelligence through the microcosm of chess, considered by generations of scientific pioneers to be a key to unlocking the secrets of human and machine cognition. Kasparov uses his unrivaled experience to look into the future of intelligent machines and sees it bright with possibility. As many critics decry artificial intelligence as a menace, particularly to human jobs, Kasparov shows how humanity can rise to new heights with the help of our most extraordinary creations, rather than fear them. Deep Thinking is a tightly argued case for technological progress, from the man who stood at its precipice with his own career at stake.

The Age of Spiritual Machines

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Bold futurist Ray Kurzweil, author of The Singularity Is Near, offers a framework for envisioning the future of machine intelligence—“a book for anyone who wonders where human technology is going next” ( The New York Times Book Review ). “Kurzweil offers a thought-provoking analysis of human and artificial intelligence and a unique look at a future in which the capabilities of the computer and the species that invented it grow ever closer.”—BILL GATES Imagine a world where the difference between man and machine blurs, where the line between humanity and technology fades, and where the soul and the silicon chip unite. This is not science fiction. This is the twenty-first century according to Ray Kurzweil, the “restless genius” ( The Wall Street Journal ), “ultimate thinking machine” ( Forbes ), and inventor of the most innovative and compelling technology of our era. In his inspired hands, life in the new millennium no longer seems daunting. Instead, it promises to be an age in which the marriage of human sensitivity and artificial intelligence fundamentally alters and improves the way we live. More than just a list of predictions, Kurzweil’s prophetic blueprint for the future guides us through the inexorable advances that will result in: • Computers exceeding the memory capacity and computational ability of the human brain (with human-level capabilities not far behind) • Relationships with automated personalities who will be our teachers, companions, and lovers • Information fed straight into our brains along direct neural pathways Eventually, the distinction between humans and computers will have become sufficiently blurred that when the machines claim to be conscious, we will believe them.

The Atlas of AI

The hidden costs of artificial intelligence, from natural resources and labor to privacy and freedom What happens when artificial intelligence saturates political life and depletes the planet? How is AI shaping our understanding of ourselves and our societies? In this book Kate Crawford reveals how this planetary network is fueling a shift toward undemocratic governance and increased inequality. Drawing on more than a decade of research, award-winning science, and technology, Crawford reveals how AI is a technology of extraction: from the energy and minerals needed to build and sustain its infrastructure, to the exploited workers behind “automated” services, to the data AI collects from us. Rather than taking a narrow focus on code and algorithms, Crawford offers us a political and a material perspective on what it takes to make artificial intelligence and where it goes wrong. While technical systems present a veneer of objectivity, they are always systems of power. This is an urgent account of what is at stake as technology companies use artificial intelligence to reshape the world.

The Model Thinker

Work with data like a pro using this guide that breaks down how to organize, apply, and most importantly, understand what you are analyzing in order to become a true data ninja. From the stock market to genomics laboratories, census figures to marketing email blasts, we are awash with data. But as anyone who has ever opened up a spreadsheet packed with seemingly infinite lines of data knows, numbers aren't enough: we need to know how to make those numbers talk. In The Model Thinker , social scientist Scott E. Page shows us the mathematical, statistical, and computational models—from linear regression to random walks and far beyond—that can turn anyone into a genius. At the core of the book is Page's "many-model paradigm," which shows the reader how to apply multiple models to organize the data, leading to wiser choices, more accurate predictions, and more robust designs. The Model Thinker provides a toolkit for business people, students, scientists, pollsters, and bloggers to make them better, clearer thinkers, able to leverage data and information to their advantage.

Go Programming Language, The

The Go Programming Language is the authoritative resource for any programmer who wants to learn Go. It shows how to write clear and idiomatic Go to solve real-world problems. The book does not assume prior knowledge of Go nor experience with any specific language, so you’ll find it accessible whether you’re most comfortable with JavaScript, Ruby, Python, Java, or C++. The first chapter is a tutorial on the basic concepts of Go, introduced through programs for file I/O and text processing, simple graphics, and web clients and servers. Early chapters cover the structural elements of Go programs: syntax, control flow, data types, and the organization of a program into packages, files, and functions. The examples illustrate many packages from the standard library and show how to create new ones of your own. Later chapters explain the package mechanism in more detail, and how to build, test, and maintain projects using the go tool. The chapters on methods and interfaces introduce Go’s unconventional approach to object-oriented programming, in which methods can be declared on any type and interfaces are implicitly satisfied. They explain the key principles of encapsulation, composition, and substitutability using realistic examples. Two chapters on concurrency present in-depth approaches to this increasingly important topic. The first, which covers the basic mechanisms of goroutines and channels, illustrates the style known as communicating sequential processes for which Go is renowned. The second covers more traditional aspects of concurrency with shared variables. These chapters provide a solid foundation for programmers encountering concurrency for the first time. The final two chapters explore lower-level features of Go. One covers the art of metaprogramming using reflection. The other shows how to use the unsafe package to step outside the type system for special situations, and how to use the cgo tool to create Go bindings for C libraries. The book features hundreds of interesting and practical examples of well-written Go code that cover the whole language, its most important packages, and a wide range of applications. Each chapter has exercises to test your understanding and explore extensions and alternatives. Source code is freely available for download from http://gopl.io/ and may be conveniently fetched, built, and installed using the go get command.

MacBook Air Guidebook

The MacBook Air is powerful, yet small enough to carry comfortably with one hand. It features a Retina display which makes images, video, and the web look pin-sharp. It can be plugged into a 5K monitor and used as a desktop computer. It’s also a beautiful device to behold. MacBook Air Guide is the perfect companion for your new Mac. Brought to you by the expert team at Leaf Publishing, and written by best-selling technology author Thomas Anthony, MacBook Air Guidebook is packed with top tips and in-depth tutorials. You'll learn about key MacBook Air features, such as the Touch ID, discover how to use macOS and its built-in apps, plus much more. By the time you've finished reading MacBook Air Guidebook, you'll be an expert in nearly everything MacBook and macOS related. Inside you'll discover: - Everything you need to know about MacBook Air - How to set up your Mac - How to use Touch ID and the TrackPad - Detailed app tutorials - How to edit photos - Essential settings and configurations & much more!

Minecraft: Guide to Exploration (2017 Edition)

The official Minecraft: Guide to Exploration will help you survive. Learn how to find resources, craft equipment and protect yourself from hostile mobs. The world of Minecraft is waiting to be explored. But danger lurks around every corner and survival can prove difficult for even the bravest adventurer. With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to exploration for new Minecrafters. This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

Cybersecurity for Beginners

This book provides an easy insight into the essentials of cybersecurity, even if you have a non-technical background. You may be a business person keen to understand this important subject area or an information security specialist looking to update your knowledge. ‘The world has changed more in the past 10 years than in any 10 year period in human history... Technology is no longer a peripheral servant, it shapes our daily lives. Companies that can use technology wisely and well are booming, companies that make bad or no technology choices collapse and disappear. The cloud, smart devices and the ability to connect almost any object to the internet are an essential landscape to use but are also fraught with new risks and dangers of a magnitude never seen before.’ ALSO featuring an alphabetical section at the back of the book to help you translate many of the main cybersecurity technical terms into plain, non-technical English. This is the second edition of this book with updates and additional content.

Generative AI: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review

The future of AI is here. The world is transfixed by the marvel (and possible menace) of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools. It's clear Gen AI will transform the business landscape, but when and how much remain to be seen. Meanwhile, your smartest competitors are already navigating the risks and reaping the rewards of these new technologies. They're experimenting with new business models around generating text, images, and code at astonishing speed. They're automating customer interactions in ways never before possible. And they're augmenting human creativity in order to innovate faster. How can you take advantage of generative AI and avoid having your business disrupted? Generative AI: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you understand the potential of these new technologies, pick the right Gen AI projects, and reinvent your business for the new age of AI. Business is changing. Will you adapt or be left behind? Get up to speed and deepen your understanding of the topics that are shaping your company's future with the Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review series. Featuring HBR's smartest thinking on fast-moving issues—blockchain, cybersecurity, AI, and more—each book provides the foundational introduction and practical case studies your organization needs to compete today and collects the best research, interviews, and analysis to get it ready for tomorrow. You can't afford to ignore how these issues will transform the landscape of business and society. The Insights You Need series will help you grasp these critical ideas—and prepare you and your company for the future.

macOS App Development: The SwiftUI Way

Got awesome macOS app ideas but unsure where to begin? This book will not only equip you with the right tools and essential concepts but also guide you, step by step, with hands-on examples. Get ready to unleash your creativity and publish your own app! This book will primarily focus on building macOS apps with SwiftUI, covering both coding and releasing apps. Some details for releasing apps on different platforms (iOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS and visionOS) may differ, so a single focus on macOS development aims to bring more clarity and avoid confusion. The book will also touch upon the basics of SwiftUI, which can potentially be applied to other platforms.

Microsoft Excel 2019 Data Analysis and Business Modeling

Master business modeling and analysis techniques with Microsoft Excel 2019 and Office 365 and transform data into bottom-line results. Written by award-winning educator Wayne Winston, this hands-on, scenario-focused guide helps you use Excel to ask the right questions and get accurate, actionable answers. New coverage ranges from Power Query/Get & Transform to Office 365 Geography and Stock data types. Practice with more than 800 problems, many based on actual challenges faced by working analysts. Solve real business problems with Excel—and build your competitive advantage: Quickly transition from Excel basics to sophisticated analytics Use PowerQuery or Get & Transform to connect, combine, and refine data sources Leverage Office 365’s new Geography and Stock data types and six new functions Illuminate insights from geographic and temporal data with 3D Maps Summarize data with pivot tables, descriptive statistics, histograms, and Pareto charts Use Excel trend curves, multiple regression, and exponential smoothing Delve into key financial, statistical, and time functions Master all of Excel’s great charts Quickly create forecasts from historical time-based data Use Solver to optimize product mix, logistics, work schedules, and investments—and even rate sports teams Run Monte Carlo simulations on stock prices and bidding models Learn about basic probability and Bayes’ Theorem Use the Data Model and Power Pivot to effectively build and use relational data sources inside an Excel workbook Automate repetitive analytics tasks by using macros

Stardew Valley Game Download, Switch, Wiki, Multiplayer, Mods, Fishing, Tips, Cheats, Guide Unofficial

*UNOFFICIAL GUIDE* Are you looking to download and install the game? Do you often find it difficult to beat certain parts? Would you like to play like a PRO? Would you like to get tons of resources? With our unofficial game guide we can teach you how to master the game! Do you want to install and play the game on any Phone, PC, or Tablet? This guide will also help you install on the Kindle, Kindle HD, Kindle HDX, Any Android Phone/Tablet, PC, Windows Phone, Blackberry, or iPhone/iPad. Following this guide you can get the game installed and begin playing right away in as little as a few minutes! Help, tips, strategies, getting coins, walkthroughs, and the complete guide are also included with the order. Here are more details as to what is included when you purchase: - Professional Tips and Strategies. - Cheats and Hacks. - Secrets, Tips, Cheats, Unlockables, and Tricks Used By Pro Players! - PLUS MUCH MORE! Disclaimer: This guide is not associated, affiliated, or endorsed by the Games Creator and or Owner. We cannot guarantee that this specific title will be available for download on each and every platform mentioned.

Flask Web Development

Take full creative control of your web applications with Flask, the Python-based microframework. With the second edition of this hands-on book, you’ll learn the framework from the ground up by developing, step-by-step, a real-world project created by author Miguel Grinberg. This refreshed edition accounts for important technology changes that have occurred in the past three years. You’ll learn the framework’s core functionality, as well as how to extend applications with advanced web techniques such as database migration and web service communication. The first part of each chapter provides you with reference and background for the topic in question, while the second part guides you though a hands-on implementation of the topic. If you have Python experience, this book shows you how to take advantage of the creative freedom Flask provides.

Tour of C++, A

In A Tour of C++, Third Edition, Bjarne Stroustrup provides an overview of ISO C++, C++20, that aims to give experienced programmers a clear understanding of what constitutes modern C++. Featuring carefully crafted examples and practical help in getting started, this revised and updated edition concisely covers most major language features and the major standard-library components needed for effective use. Stroustrup presents C++ features in the context of the programming styles they support, such as object-oriented and generic programming. His tour is remarkably comprehensive. Coverage begins with the basics, then ranges widely through more advanced topics, emphasizing newer language features. This edition covers many features that are new in C++20 as implemented by major C++ suppliers, including modules, concepts, coroutines, and ranges. It even introduces some library components in current use that are not scheduled for inclusion in the standard until C++23. This authoritative guide does not aim to teach you how to program (for that, see Stroustrup's Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++, Second Edition ), nor will it be the only resource you'll need for C++ mastery (for that, see Stroustrup's The C++ Programming Language, Fourth Edition, and recommended online sources). If, however, you are a C or C++ programmer wanting greater familiarity with the current C++ language, or a programmer versed in another language wishing to gain an accurate picture of the nature and benefits of modern C++, you won't find a shorter or simpler introduction.

Node.js Design Patterns

Learn proven patterns, techniques, and tricks to take full advantage of the Node.js platform. Master well-known design principles to create applications that are readable, extensible, and that can grow big. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format. Key Features Learn how to create solid server-side applications by leveraging the full power of Node.js 14Understand how Node.js works and learn how to take full advantage of its core components as well as the solutions offered by its ecosystemAvoid common mistakes and use proven patterns to create production grade Node.js applications Book Description In this book, we will show you how to implement a series of best practices and design patterns to help you create efficient and robust Node.js applications with ease. We kick off by exploring the basics of Node.js, analyzing its asynchronous event driven architecture and its fundamental design patterns. We then show you how to build asynchronous control flow patterns with callbacks, promises and async/await. Next, we dive into Node.js streams, unveiling their power and showing you how to use them at their full capacity. Following streams is an analysis of different creational, structural, and behavioral design patterns that take full advantage of JavaScript and Node.js. Lastly, the book dives into more advanced concepts such as Universal JavaScript, scalability and messaging patterns to help you build enterprise-grade distributed applications. Throughout the book, you'll see Node.js in action with the help of several real-life examples leveraging technologies such as LevelDB, Redis, RabbitMQ, ZeroMQ, and many others. They will be used to demonstrate a pattern or technique, but they will also give you a great introduction to the Node.js ecosystem and its set of solutions.

Swift Protocol-Oriented Programming

Embrace the Protocol-Oriented Programming paradigm, for better code maintainability and increased performance, with Swift programming. Key Features Leverage the power of Protocol-Oriented Programming in your applications Leverage generics to create very flexible frameworks Learn how to implement common design patterns in a protocol-oriented way Book Description Protocol-oriented programming is an incredibly powerful concept at the heart of Swift's design. Swift's standard library was developed using POP techniques, generics, and first-class value semantics; therefore, it is important for every Swift developer to understand these core concepts and take advantage of them. The fourth edition of this book is improved and updated to the latest version of the Swift programming language. This book will help you understand what protocol-oriented programming is all about and how it is different from other programming paradigms such as object-oriented programming. This book covers topics such as generics, Copy-On-Write, extensions, and of course protocols. It also demonstrates how to use protocol-oriented programming techniques via real-world use cases. By the end of this book, you will know how to use protocol-oriented programming techniques to build powerful and practical applications. What you will learn Learn the differences between object-oriented programming and protocol-oriented programming Understand why value types should be prioritized over reference types Delve into protocols, protocol inheritance, protocol composition, and protocol extensions Learn how to implement COW (Copy-On-Write) within your custom value types Understand how memory management works in Swift and how to avoid common pitfalls Design applications by starting with the protocol rather than the implementation Who this book is for This book is intended for Swift developers who have, at minimum an introductory knowledge of the Swift programming language and would like to understand how they can use Protocol-Oriented Programming techniques in their applications.

The Art of Cyberwarfare

A practical guide to understanding and analyzing cyber attacks by advanced attackers, such as nation states. Cyber attacks are no longer the domain of petty criminals. Today, companies find themselves targeted by sophisticated nation state attackers armed with the resources to craft scarily effective campaigns. This book is a detailed guide to understanding the major players in these cyber wars, the techniques they use, and the process of analyzing their advanced attacks. Whether you’re an individual researcher or part of a team within a Security Operations Center (SoC), you’ll learn to approach, track, and attribute attacks to these advanced actors. The first part of the book is an overview of actual cyber attacks conducted by nation-state actors and other advanced organizations. It explores the geopolitical context in which the attacks took place, the patterns found in the attackers’ techniques, and the supporting evidence analysts used to attribute such attacks. Dive into the mechanisms of: North Korea’s series of cyber attacks against financial institutions, which resulted in billions of dollars stolen The world of targeted ransomware attacks, which have leveraged nation state tactics to cripple entire corporate enterprises with ransomware Recent cyber attacks aimed at disrupting or influencing national elections globally The book’s second part walks through how defenders can track and attribute future attacks. You’ll be provided with the tools, methods, and analytical guidance required to dissect and research each stage of an attack campaign. Here, Jon DiMaggio demonstrates some of the real techniques he has employed to uncover crucial information about the 2021 Colonial Pipeline attacks, among many other advanced threats. He now offers his experience to train the next generation of expert analysts.

ZBrush Professional Tips and Techniques

Learn to work effectively and creatively with all versions of ZBrush! ZBrush is used by top artists in Hollywood to model and sculpt characters in such films as Avatar , Iron Man , and Pirates of the Caribbean . In addition, this amazing technology is also used in jewelry design, forensic science, aerospace, video games, toy creation, and the medical field. Written by Pixologic's in-house ZBrush expert Paul Gaboury, this full-color, beautifully illustrated guide provides you with the ultimate tips and tricks to maximize your use of all versions of ZBrush. Reveals numerous little-known tips and tricks that exist within ZBrush, but often go unexploited Shares an abundance of helpful techniques and insights that the author has acquired from years of helping professional artists in various industries Offers dozens of version-neutral solutions and shortcuts in areas such as sculpting, texturing, posing, rendering, and more Features "Artist Spotlights" from several ZBrush experts, offering their how-to's for using the feature-rich software in today's studios Improve your productivity and quality of work with this helpful, easy-to-understand resource.

Data Governance: The Definitive Guide

As you move data to the cloud, you need to consider a comprehensive approach to data governance, along with well-defined and agreed-upon policies to ensure your organization meets compliance requirements. Data governance incorporates the ways people, processes, and technology work together to ensure data is trustworthy and can be used effectively. This practical guide shows you how to effectively implement and scale data governance throughout your organization. Chief information, data, and security officers and their teams will learn strategy and tooling to support democratizing data and unlocking its value while enforcing security, privacy, and other governance standards. Through good data governance, you can inspire customer trust, enable your organization to identify business efficiencies, generate more competitive offerings, and improve customer experience. This book shows you how. You'll learn: Data governance strategies addressing people, processes, and toolsBenefits and challenges of a cloud-based data governance approachHow data governance is conducted from ingest to preparation and useHow to handle the ongoing improvement of data qualityChallenges and techniques in governing streaming dataData protection for authentication, security, backup, and monitoringHow to build a data culture in your organization

MASTERING THE IPHONE 16 PRO AND PRO MAX CAMERA

Mastering the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Camera Are you feeling overwhelmed by the cutting-edge features of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max camera? Do you worry that you’re not fully utilizing its advanced capabilities or missing out on capturing those perfect moments in the best quality possible? Whether you’re a beginner navigating this powerful device or an experienced user aiming to refine your photography and videography skills, this book is designed to eliminate the guesswork and guide you step-by-step. Inside Mastering the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Camera, here’s what you can expect: - A comprehensive overview of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max camera system, including the 48 MP sensor, telephoto lens, Night Mode, and more. - Step-by-step instructions for using ProRAW, ProRes, and Cinematic Mode to create professional-quality photos and videos. - Techniques for capturing stunning low-light photos, action shots, and macro images effortlessly. - Detailed guidance on editing photos and videos directly on your iPhone, including how to use Photographic Styles and advanced tools. - Practical troubleshooting tips to resolve common camera issues, ensuring smooth and stress-free operation. - Insightful tips and tricks to optimize your camera performance and leverage iOS 18’s latest features. - Clear explanations of features like Live Text, QR code scanning, and Spatial Video for Apple Vision Pro. Don’t let the advanced features of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max intimidate you—empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to master your device like a pro. This book is your ultimate guide to unlocking the full potential of your iPhone’s camera, whether you’re capturing cherished moments, creating content, or exploring your photography passion. Take the first step toward transforming your photography and videography skills—grab your copy of Mastering the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Camera today!

Our Final Invention

Elon Musk named Our Final Invention one of five books everyone should read about the future—a Huffington Post Definitive Tech Book of 2013. Artificial Intelligence helps choose what books you buy, what movies you see, and even who you date. It puts the “smart” in your smartphone and soon it will drive your car. It makes most of the trades on Wall Street, and controls vital energy, water, and transportation infrastructure. But Artificial Intelligence can also threaten our existence. In as little as a decade, AI could match and then surpass human intelligence. Corporations and government agencies are pouring billions into achieving AI’s Holy Grail—human-level intelligence. Once AI has attained it, scientists argue, it will have survival drives much like our own. We may be forced to compete with a rival more cunning, more powerful, and more alien than we can imagine. Through profiles of tech visionaries, industry watchdogs, and groundbreaking AI systems, Our Final Invention explores the perils of the heedless pursuit of advanced AI. Until now, human intelligence has had no rival. Can we coexist with beings whose intelligence dwarfs our own? And will they allow us to? “If you read just one book that makes you confront scary high-tech realities that we’ll soon have no choice but to address, make it this one.” — The Washington Post “Science fiction has long explored the implications of humanlike machines (think of Asimov’s I, Robot ), but Barrat’s thoughtful treatment adds a dose of reality.” — Science News “A dark new book . . . lays out a strong case for why we should be at least a little worried.” — The New Yorker

Roku Ultra: An Easy Guide to the Best Features

The Roku ultra can be considered as one of the best streaming players on the market at this time. This device has been made to display content on HD and 4K Ultra HD television sets. It is a fully loaded device that is made to deliver a powerful streaming experience for the user. It has a power processor with wireless capabilities and many of the latest technologies that are currently available on the market. The display is quite brilliant and produces clear and crisp video that are all in full HD. There is access to over 4,500 channels that are a mix of free and paid content. The Roku Ultra has many features that this book will cover to educate the reader on what is available from the device.

GameMaker Game Programming with GML

A step-by-step approach to build your knowledge, starting from a simple "hello world" to discovering arrays, classes, and so on. Each learning point is explained in a practical way, carrying out tasks within the GameMaker development environment. If you are a GameMaker Studio developer who has little experience with writing scripts and want to expand that skill set, this is the book for you. It is assumed that you can already navigate GameMaker Studio to some degree. This book will primarily focus on scripting and the integration of scripts to aid in the production of a game and not actual game design. It is highly recommended that you have access to (or the ability to) create visual and audio assets for the examples presented.

CompTIA Server+ Study Guide

Prepare for the Server+ exam—and an exciting new career in tech—with this hands-on guide In the newly updated Second Edition of the CompTIA Server+ Study Guide: Exam SK0-005 , veteran technology educator Troy McMillan delivers a comprehensive, hands-on blueprint for success on the Server+ SK0-005 exam. Learn about essential hardware and software technologies used in on-premise and hybrid server environments and prepare yourself for the exam and real-world, on-the-job challenges. This Study Guide provides you with a solid understanding of how network and cloud storage systems work by helping you learn how to store, protect, and access the data that’s ever more crucial to modern businesses. Find coverage of every objective tested by the exam, including server hardware installation and management, server administration, security and disaster recovery, and troubleshooting. You also learn: Expert guidance on acing a certification exam is increasing demand amongst high-paying employers Critical performance tips for professionals who want to hit the ground running on their first day on the job Complimentary access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment and test bank, complete with hundreds of practice questions and answers, bonus exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key terms A can’t-miss resource for anyone preparing for a new role as a server administrator, data storage specialist, or related IT specialty, the CompTIA Server+ Study Guide: Exam SK0-005, Second Edition, will earn a place in the libraries of anyone looking for an efficient and effective way to prep for this challenging and rewarding technical certification.

Ultimate iPad Pro 2024 (M4 Chip) Manual: The Most Complete Step-by-Step User Guide for Beginners and Seniors to Set Up the Latest Features with iPadOS 17 Tips and Tricks

The iPad Pro 2024, featuring the powerful M4 chip, is designed to deliver cutting-edge performance and unparalleled versatility. This ultimate manual is specifically crafted for beginners and seniors, offering the most complete step-by-step user guide to help you set up and master the latest features of iPadOS 17. From the moment you unbox your iPad Pro, you’ll be captivated by its sleek design and stunning Liquid Retina display. This guide begins with the essential setup process, guiding you through powering on your device, connecting to Wi-Fi, and creating or signing in to your Apple ID. Each step is presented clearly, with helpful illustrations to ensure you can get started without any confusion. Understanding the iPadOS 17 interface is key to maximizing your device’s potential. This guide breaks down the Home Screen layout, explaining how to organize apps, utilize widgets, and access the App Store. You’ll learn how to download and manage applications that suit your needs, whether for communication, productivity, or entertainment. Imagine effortlessly browsing the web, sending messages, and creating stunning documents—all at your fingertips. This guide covers essential apps like Safari, Notes, and Pages, providing practical tips on how to use each application effectively. You’ll also discover how to manage notifications and customize settings to tailor your experience. The M4 chip unlocks impressive capabilities, allowing your iPad Pro to handle everything from graphic design to gaming seamlessly. This guide highlights how to optimize battery life and make the most of your device’s powerful features, ensuring you can tackle any task with confidence. Security and privacy are paramount in today’s digital landscape. This guide emphasizes setting up Face ID and configuring privacy settings to keep your personal information secure. You’ll learn how to manage app permissions and utilize built-in security features effectively. To enhance your experience further, this manual includes a wealth of tips, tricks, and shortcuts designed to simplify your daily tasks. From handy keyboard shortcuts to troubleshooting common issues, you’ll find valuable insights that make using your iPad enjoyable and efficient. Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your iPad Pro 2024? This comprehensive manual is your essential resource for mastering iPadOS 17, turning what may seem complex into an accessible experience. Dive in and discover how your new device can enrich your communication, creativity, and overall digital lifestyle.

Conversational Design

How do we make digital systems feel less robotic and more real? Whether you work with interface or visual design, frontend technology, or content design, learn why conversation is the best model for creating device-independent, human-centered systems. Research and information design expert Erika Hall explains what makes an interaction truly conversational and how to get more comfortable using language in design. From understanding the human interface, to effectively using the power of personality, to getting it all done, you'll find out how the art of communication can elevate technology.

Adobe Dreamweaver Classroom in a Book (2022 release) -- VitalSource (ACC)

Learn how to create webpages for the modern web; incorporate graphics and text; build rich interactive applications; add links to text and images; add interactive elements to your sites; work with HTML5 and CSS3 code and structures; adapt webpage designs to a wide variety of desktop computers and mobile devices with a minimum of hand coding; and publish a finished site to the web. The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Dreamweaver Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does—an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Adobe Dreamweaver Classroom in a Book (2022 release) contains 12 lessons that cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. You can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the book's "Getting Started" section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe Dreamweaver (2022 release) software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.) Note: Classroom in a Book does not replace the documentation, support, updates, or any other benefits of being a registered owner of Adobe Dreamweaver software.

Samsung Galaxy Tablet in easy steps

Tablet PCs are taking the computing world by storm and with good reason: they are compact, powerful, mobile and packed full of functionality for almost every need. The Samsung Galaxy Tab is one of the most popular Android tablets on the market. Samsung Galaxy Tablet in easy steps shows how to customize the look and feel of your tablet. It gives a full rundown of the latest version of the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favourite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into your own mobile entertainment centre. Apps are a crucial part of Android tablets and this is covered in depth, from using the preinstalled apps, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store as well as Samsung Apps. It also shows how to use your Samsung tablet for your entertainment needs, including music, movies, photos, books and games. Online connectivity is another vital element for tablets and the book looks at connecting to the Web via Wi-Fi, using email, setting up online contacts and using all of your favourite social networking sites at the tap of a button. Security on tablets is just as important as on any other computer and this is covered in terms of preventing access to your tablet and staying safe online and when using your apps. Samsung Galaxy Tablet in easy steps will help you to quickly get up and running with your Samsung tablet. Covers the Android Jelly Bean operating system.

Ultimate Guide to MacBook Air 2022 (with M2 Chip): A Complete Manual with Illustrations for Beginners and Seniors, Including 20+ Tips and Tricks for Enhanced Usability

The MacBook Air 2022, powered by the cutting-edge M2 chip, offers exceptional performance and portability, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and seniors. This ultimate guide is designed to help you navigate your new device with ease, providing a comprehensive manual filled with clear illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and over 20 tips and tricks to enhance your usability. From the moment you unbox your MacBook Air, you’ll appreciate its sleek design and vibrant Retina display. This guide starts with the essential setup process, walking you through powering on your laptop, connecting to Wi-Fi, and setting up your Apple ID. Each step is presented in straightforward language and illustrated for clarity, ensuring a smooth start to your MacBook journey. Understanding the macOS interface is crucial for maximizing your experience. This guide breaks down the desktop layout, explaining the Dock, menu bar, and Finder. You’ll learn how to organize your applications and files efficiently, helping you customize your workspace to suit your needs. Imagine effortlessly managing your emails, creating documents, and browsing the web—all with just a few clicks. This guide covers essential applications like Mail, Pages, and Safari, offering practical tips on how to utilize each program effectively. You’ll discover how to customize settings and manage notifications to streamline your daily tasks. The M2 chip elevates the MacBook Air’s capabilities, allowing it to handle demanding tasks seamlessly. This guide highlights how to optimize battery life, utilize advanced features like Split View for multitasking, and leverage the power of the M2 chip for creative projects, ensuring you get the most out of your investment. Security and privacy are paramount in today’s digital world. This guide emphasizes setting up essential security features, such as Touch ID and system preferences, to keep your personal information safe. You’ll learn about important updates and configurations that maintain your device’s integrity. To further enrich your experience, this guide includes over 20 practical tips and tricks designed to simplify your daily tasks. From keyboard shortcuts that save time to troubleshooting common issues, you’ll find valuable insights that make using your MacBook Air enjoyable and efficient. Are you ready to explore the full potential of your MacBook Air 2022? This comprehensive manual is your essential resource for mastering macOS, transforming complexity into clarity. Dive in and discover how your new laptop can enhance your productivity, creativity, and overall digital experience.

Minecraft, Switch, Nintendo, Edition, Digital, Tips, Cheats, Hacks, DLC, Download, Game Guide Unofficial

*UNOFFICIAL GUIDE* Are you looking to download and install the game? Do you often find it difficult to beat certain parts? Would you like to play like a PRO? Would you like to get tons of resources? With our unofficial game guide we can teach you how to master the game! Do you want to install and play the game on any Phone, PC, or Tablet? This guide will also help you install on the Kindle, Kindle HD, Kindle HDX, Any Android Phone/Tablet, PC, Windows Phone, Blackberry, or iPhone/iPad. Following this guide you can get the game installed and begin playing right away in as little as a few minutes! Help, tips, strategies, getting coins, walkthroughs, and the complete guide are also included with the order. Here are more details as to what is included when you purchase: - Professional Tips and Strategies. - Cheats and Hacks. - Beat the Game. - Get Tons of Resources. - Build Amazing Structures. - Mods. - Skins. - Download. - Secrets, Tips, Cheats, Unlockables, and Tricks Used By Pro Players! - PLUS MUCH MORE! Disclaimer: This guide is not associated, affiliated, or endorsed by the Games Creator and or Owner. We cannot guarantee that this specific title will be available for download on each and every platform mentioned.

Mastering Windows 11: A Comprehensive Guide to Over 150 Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts

Are you tired of: • Slow, repetitive mouse clicks? • Digging through endless menus? • Feeling like you're not getting the most out of Windows 11? • Wasting precious time on simple tasks? It's a fast-paced world! Efficiency is key. Every second counts, and struggling with your computer's interface can be incredibly frustrating. Imagine being able to: • Navigate Windows 11 with lightning speed. • Perform complex tasks in a fraction of the time. • Impress your colleagues with your computer skills. • Reclaim hours of lost productivity. Introducing: The Ultimate Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts Guide This comprehensive document contains 156 essential Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts that will transform the way you use your computer. What you'll discover inside: • Instant Access to Major Functions: From file management to window manipulation, we've got you covered. • Time-Saving Techniques: Learn shortcuts that will streamline your workflow and boost your productivity. • Easy-to-Follow Organization: Shortcuts are categorized for quick and easy reference. • Clear and Concise Explanations: No jargon, just simple instructions you can understand. • Printable and Digital Format: Access it on any device, or print it for your desk. Stop struggling and start thriving! With these shortcuts, you'll: • Increase your efficiency and productivity. • Reduce stress and frustration. • Become a Windows 11 power user. ….."Concise but helpful. Definitely worth the price" - Tim S. ….. "Not flashy, but get the job done. I spent ten bucks on something similar…..Wish I'd seen this first" -Rahman R. …. "I'm new to Windows 11, so it definitely helps to have a shortcut guide. Happy to say this did the trick!" - Janet K. Why this guide? • Comprehensive: We've compiled the most useful shortcuts in one place. • Practical: These shortcuts are designed for everyday use. • Affordable: A small investment for hours of increased efficiency. Don't let another minute slip away. Unlock the hidden potential of Windows 11 and take control of your productivity.

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