Monitoring and Modelling of Geological Disasters Based on InSAR Observations II
Interferometric synthetic aperture radar (InSAR) has demonstrated its potential in monitoring geological disasters, e.g., those related to subsidence, landslides, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Such monitoring results provide significant information for further physical modeling, driving mechanism interpretation, developments in early warning technology, and the management and formulation of policies by authorities and stakeholders. This reprint focuses on the monitoring and modeling of geological disasters using InSAR observations, with content covering topics such as PS/DS processing, deformation parameter inversion, motoring deformation (e.g., earthquakes, volcanoes, and oil extraction), and driving mechanism interpretation. These excellent reports significantly contribute to further developing the monitoring and modeling of geological disasters using InSAR techniques.
IoT Security
Internet of Things technologies, which connect various devices and sensors together, are increasingly at the basis of modern communication, enabling the autonomous exchange of data between billions of physical and virtual objects, creating smart environments in sectors such as healthcare, logistics, etc.However, the advancement of IoT communication also brings new security challenges. Managing the security of the IoT raises major concerns, especially when devices are deeply integrated into critical infrastructure, hospitals, and vehicles. Furthermore, the IoT is a key component of 5G/6G architecture and Industry 4.0. All these technologies are designed to support critical applications.The increased number of related potential attack vectors poses a substantial risk for malicious attackers. Also, the focus of security has been put on large-scale, software-oriented systems, such as the Cloud or datacenter systems, rather than embedded electronics. Consequently, the establishment of IoT ecosystems across different domains remains highly vulnerable to a wide range of threats.This Special Issue gathers high-quality original research contributions and the latest research results in the field of threat detection within the IoT. It also covers threat analysis and corresponding defense techniques. The threats are related to privacy issues, trust issues, IoT management issues, IoT intrusion, vulnerability issues, malware detection, cryptographic key management, reliability of IoT communication (including secure routing aspects), IoT forensics techniques, Cloud-related IoT issues, etc.
Turning on Machines
Artificial intelligence is changing everything--fast. This book gives you the tools and tactics you need to define your future . . . before AI does it for you.AI is here to stay, advancing more rapidly than most can comprehend. In the years ahead, it will rewire how people work, live, and love. Turning On Machines explores our evolving relationship with AI: what it means to activate it, resist it, and form emotional bonds with it. Structured around three phases--Rise, Revolt, and Reverence--this book blends historical parallels, strategic foresight, and practical reflection to help readers navigate the accelerating impact of AI. Inside, you'll find the Trifurcation of Work, the Great Divergence, and the Sycophantic Spiral, concepts designed to help you locate yourself in an AI-shaped future. Whether you're a leader, innovator, educator, or curious skeptic, this book is a guide to help you ask better questions, and to find the answers that suit you best, rather than waiting for the machines to answer for you.
Automate the Boring Stuff with Python Workbook
You've seen what Python can do. Now go deeper. This workbook transforms Al Sweigart's best-selling guide from a reading experience into a coding experience. Following Automate the Boring Stuff with Python chapter by chapter, this workbook will help you turn concepts into muscle memory through carefully designed exercises, projects, and real Python scripts. Every concept from Automate is reinforced through carefully sequenced questions, exercises, and projects that help you think like a programmer and prove to yourself that you really get it. At the end of each chapter, you'll tackle miniprojects that bring everything together. Whether you're renaming files, scraping websites, converting text to speech, modifying spreadsheets, or sending emails, you'll build scripts that do real work. Fun projects like image generators and word games are in the mix too, not just boring stuff. Every question and project come with a solution at the back of the book, so you're never stuck. Inside, you'll find: Fill-in-the-blank and short-answer questions that reinforce key conceptsTargeted exercises to build fluency with variables, loops, functions, regular expressions, and moreReal Python scripts to run, tweak, and debugProjects that automate common tasks like organizing files, backing up data, and scheduling programsFull working code for every project so you can check your work and learn by exampleWith over 500,000 copies sold worldwide, Automate the Boring Stuff with Python has become the go-to guide for learning Python. This workbook gives you the structure, feedback, and smart reinforcement to go from reading code to writing it with confidence.
Don't Surrender Your Thinking
Are you thinking with AI, or letting it think for you?Don't Surrender Your Thinking is a clear and practical guide for anyone who wants to stay thoughtful and capable in an age of automation.AI's danger is not its power. It is its seduction.Because it writes fluently and confidently, people begin to trust it without question. When that happens, human judgement weakens, and that is when we lose our edge.This book helps you stay alert, creative, and in control.Through a simple but powerful framework called the HAHAH Method, you will learn how to think with technology without letting it think for you.The HAHAH Method: - Human Intent: Be clear about purpose and outcome- AI Draft: Generate quickly and explore options- Human Intervention: Add experience, context, and care- AI Revision: Test and refine ideas- Human Judgement: Decide what stands and what mattersYou will learn how to: - Keep your judgement sharp when tools seem confident- Recognise when automation leads you astray- Build habits of reflection that protect your independenceWritten in plain English by John Bennett, an entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience guiding companies through technological change, this book is a practical guide to staying human in the age of intelligent machines."Finally! A book that shows how you can use AI in a smart way, without losing what makes you human."Sara Davies, entrepreneur and broadcaster"An essential guide to working with AI without losing what makes you valuable."Dwain McDonald, former CEO, DPD UKBuy it now and keep your clarity, confidence, and curiosity intact in the age of AI.
The Monumental Elden Ring
The result of a joint work between the creators of Dark Souls and the mind of George R.R. Martin (Game of Thrones), combined with an impressive seven years of development, Elden Ring is an extraordinary adventure. It's a monument whose gameplay and thematic depth are revealed over hundreds of hours of play and beyond fiction; Elden Ring is the source of long and fascinating discussions. After co-writing the best-selling Dark Souls: Beyond the Grave, Sylvain Romieu continues his investigation into the intricacies of FromSoftware's creations. He uncovers the behind-the-scenes development of Elden Ring and the evolution of its game design, before turning his attention to the most important part: the meticulous deciphering of the lore and its thematic interweavings that make it the new benchmark for dark fantasy.
Networking for System Administrators
"One of the best technical writers in the networking and security environments." - Midwest Book ReviewStop waiting for the network team!If basic TCP/IP was hard, network administrators couldn't do it. Servers give sysadmins a incredible visibility into the network-once they know how to unlock it.Most sysadmins don't need to understand window scaling, or the differences between IPv4 and IPv6 echo requests, or other intricacies of the TCP/IP protocols. You need only enough to deploy your own applications and get easy support from the network team.This book teaches you: How modern networks really workThe essentials of TCP/IPThe core of IPv4 and IPv6The right tools to diagnose network problems, and how to use themTroubleshooting everything from the physical wire to DNSHow to see the traffic you send and receiveConnectivity testingHow to communicate with your network team to quickly resolve problemsA sysadmin doesn't need to know the innards of TCP/IP, but knowing enough to diagnose your own network issues will transforms a good sysadmin into a great one.The first edition of Networking for System Administrators unlocked networking for hundreds of thousands of sysadmins. This second edition promises the same, and more!
Web Programming with Go, Second Edition
This is a new edition of "Web Programming with Go" and it's designed to help both entry-level and professional developers build and launch functional web applications using Go's core libraries. Every chapter gives you practical lessons, from setting up Go projects and building strong backend routes to frontend-backend integration, session management, authentication, concurrency, and connecting external APIs.This book is a hands-on way to learn key skills like testing, logging, error handling and performance tuning, all explained in simple, direct language. The real code and examples make it easy to understand and use the concepts. It covers nearly every major aspect of Go web development, but keeps examples straightforward and avoids complex edge cases, making it ideal for learners and practitioners who want clarity and reliable progress. You'll learn to structure projects, design backend services, manage sessions, secure authentication, and integrate external APIs with step-by-step Bookstore examples. It's got clear, practical techniques for routing, concurrency, testing, logging, performance and error handling, and it uses code that's easy to understand and explanations that are easy to follow.Basically, this book looks at modern Go features without getting into complicated or niche scenarios, making the lessons useful for real projects. This edition makes it easy for you to get from setup to deployment by focusing on simplicity over unnecessary detail.Key FeaturesGet your web projects sorted with Go, using organised code, a modular design, and real-world workflows.You'll build, secure and test RESTful APIs using Go's net/http, Gorilla Mux and JSON best practices.Put in place user authentication, role-based access, and strong password protection to make sure your users have a safe experience.Get the front end and back end talking to each other by having clear API contracts and simple JSON data interchange practices.Use Go's concurrency tools to boost performance, scale up data fetching, and avoid deadlocks.Mock databases, APIs, and dependencies for fast, isolated, and reliable automated test routines.Set up session management, secure cookies, and resilient authentication flows to keep users logged in.Keep an eye on, log and trace application events to quickly find and fix problems.Use Go's HTTP client patterns to integrate payment gateways, external APIs, and third-party services.Come up with easy-to-understand error messages and stick to the standard incident response plans.Table of ContentIntroduction to Web Development in GoStructuring Go Web ApplicationHandling HTTP Requests and RoutingTemplating and Rendering ContentInteraction with DatabasesConcurrency in GoSessions, Authentication, and AuthorizationFrontend and Backend CommunicationTesting and Debugging
Advancements in Applied Mathematics and Computational Physics
Mathematics and physics are basic natural sciences. They are the root of almost all processes in nature and technology. There are a large number of situations where these two sciences can offer the best models and most appropriate explanations for natural processes or technological problems.This Special Issue Reprint presents various methods and new solutions to explain the nature of matter, biophysical systems, and systems in technical sciences in the frame of overall reality, using the latest achievements in applied mathematics and computational physics. The focus is on new results and solutions in contemporary applied mathematics, algebra, mathematical logic, graph theory, fractals, chaos theory, numerical mathematics, mathematical physics, as well as the latest results in experimental physics, computational physics, and physical electronics for problems in nature, technology, technics, and electronics.This Special Issue Reprint covers a broad range of topics to provide new insights into the exploration of the world of electronics, physical electronics, nuclear and hyper-nuclear physics, nanotechnology, material science, photonics and photovoltaics, cosmology, genomics, and nature.
Fixed Point Theory and Fractals
In recent decades, fractal theory has proven to be extremely useful for the modelling of a great quantity of natural and social phenomena. Its fields of application range from biotechnology to financial markets, for instance.Fractal geometry builds a bridge between classical geometry and modern analysis. The static models of the old geometry are enriched with the dynamics of an infinite iterative process, where the outputs are not merely points but more sophisticated geometric objects and structures. A fractal set can be described in very different ways, but the current mathematical research tends to define a fractal as the fixed point of an operator on the space of compact subsets of a space of a metric type. Iterated function systems provide a way of constructing an operator of this kind, and a procedure for the approximation of its fixed points. Thus, the relationships between fractal and fixed-point theories are deep and increasingly intricate.This Reprint is aimed at emphasizing the relationships between both fields, including their theoretical and their applied aspects.
Modeling and Simulation in Engineering, 3rd Edition
The Special Issue, Modeling and Simulation in Engineering, belonging to the section Control Theory and Mechanics of the Journal Mathematics, publishes original research papers involving advanced simulation and modeling techniques.The present reprint, "Modeling and Simulation in Engineering, 3rd Edition" contains 8 papers accepted after peer review by recognized specialists in the field. The papers address different topics in engineering that use modeling and optimization as well as experimental and numerical methods based on state-of-the art devices and software. The subjects of the papers address technical problems such as error mitigation in ultra-wide-band range measurements, trajectory control of differential drive mobile robots, motion controllers for the trajectory of mobile robots, propellant distribution optimization in space exploration missions, modeling trafic flow as a tool for vehicle adaptive cruise control systems, monitoring vehicle convoys using a drone-based platooning system, communication and navigation systems for Earth-Moon communication and rover movement on the Moon's surface and solving optimal control problems using a new state parametrization method.We hope that the papers selected for this issue will attract a significant audience in the scientific community and will further stimulate research involving modeling and simulation in mathematical physics and in engineering.
Redefining Humanity in the Age of Intelligent Machines
What does it truly mean to be human when machines compose symphonies, craft poetry, and offer moral guidance? In Redefining Humanity in the Age of Intelligent Machines, readers journey through the profound shifts reshaping human identity and purpose in our increasingly AI-driven world. From historical beliefs about human uniqueness to today's astonishing AI breakthroughs, this book challenges long-held assumptions of human exceptionalism. Provocative yet accessible, it explores art, ethics, empathy, and consciousness as it reimagines what our future looks like when machines not only match-but surpass-human capabilities. Prepare to question your deepest beliefs and embrace a thoughtful, inspiring vision for coexistence in the era of intelligent machines.
Transforming Digital Healthcare with AI
AI and emerging technologies are revolutionizing digital healthcare, transforming everything from diagnostics and treatment to data security and smart hospital systems. Transforming Digital Healthcare with AI explores the profound impact of AI, data science, and smart technologies in shaping the future of healthcare. This book delves into cutting-edge innovations such as quantum computing, blockchain, digital twins, and telehealth, offering insights into how these advancements are enhancing efficiency, security, and patient outcomes. Bringing together critical discussions on automation, privacy, and ethical AI, this book provides a comprehensive view of the digital healthcare landscape. Whether you're a healthcare professional, technologist, policymaker, or researcher, this essential read unpacks the opportunities, challenges, and transformative potential of AI-driven digital healthcare.
Unveiling the Evolution of Generative AI (GAI)
""Unveiling the Evolution of Generative AI (GAI): A Comprehensive & Investigative Analysis towards LLM Models (2021-2025) and Beyond"" is a groundbreaking exploration into the rapid advancements and transformative potential of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI). Authored by Zarif Bin Akhtar, this meticulously researched manuscript delves into the cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping industries, from natural language processing and computer vision to multimodal AI systems. The book provides an in-depth analysis of state-of-the-art models like GPT-3.5, GPT-4, DALL-E, and Google's Gemini, highlighting their capabilities in generating human-like text, realistic images, and even complex simulations. Beyond the technical innovations, the manuscript critically examines the ethical, societal, and regulatory challenges posed by GAI, including issues of bias, misinformation, and job displacement. It also explores the future trajectory of AI, offering insights into self-supervised learning, multimodal integration, and the potential for AI to revolutionize fields such as healthcare, creative industries, and autonomous systems. Rich with case studies, experimental analyses, and forward-looking perspectives, this book is an essential resource for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers navigating the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a tech innovator, or a concerned citizen, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge to understand and harness the power of generative AI responsibly. Prepare to embark on a journey through the past, present, and future of AI, as this book unveils the profound impact of generative technologies on human-computer interactions and the broader societal implications of this technological revolution.
Spiking Meets ANN
In this groundbreaking work, Mohamed Azharudeen M. introduces a novel Spiking Transformer architecture that fuses Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) with modern transformer-based language models, creating a hybrid AI capable of multimodal text generation with unprecedented energy efficiency. By replacing traditional self-attention with a spike-driven recurrent mechanism (Spiking RWKV) and integrating CLIP embeddings for vision-language tasks, this architecture brings the biological efficiency of spiking neurons to the power of deep learning. Through rigorous experimentation, this monograph explores the mathematical foundations, training methodologies, and performance benchmarks of the model, demonstrating its ability to generate coherent text while reducing computation through event-driven neural processing. Real-world applications span robotics, edge AI, low-power computing, and neuromorphic hardware-where energy efficiency is paramount. With a vision toward next-generation AI, this work pioneers a new paradigm in language modeling, proving that spikes and transformers can work together to build more efficient, intelligent systems.
Anomaly Detection and Risk Mitigation
""In the digital era, intelligence is not just about data-it's about detecting the unseen, predicting the uncertain, and securing the inevitable."" Pawan Kumar Badhan Anomaly Detection & Risk Mitigation: AI Solutions for Cloud & Finance In today's digital age, ensuring security and operational stability is more critical than ever. Anomaly Detection & Risk Mitigation: AI Solutions for Cloud & Finance explores cutting-edge machine learning techniques to detect anomalies, prevent failures, and mitigate financial risks in real-time. This book provides a comprehensive guide to AI-driven anomaly detection, covering cloud infrastructure monitoring, cybersecurity threats, fraud detection, and predictive risk management. With case studies, real-world datasets, and advanced algorithms like support vector machines (SVM), random forests, and isolation forests, this book equips readers with the tools to build intelligent, automated solutions. Key Topics Include: - AI-powered cloud monitoring and security enhancement - Fraud detection and risk mitigation strategies in finance - Supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques - Real-time data analysis for proactive decision-making - Case studies and industry applications Authored by Mr. Pawan Kumar Badhan, Dr. Umesh Sehgal, and Dr. Vivek Mittal, this book is an essential resource for data scientists, cybersecurity professionals, cloud engineers, and financial analysts looking to harness AI for anomaly detection and risk management.
Networking for System Administrators
"One of the best technical writers in the networking and security environments." - Midwest Book ReviewStop waiting for the network team!If basic TCP/IP was hard, network administrators couldn't do it. Servers give sysadmins a incredible visibility into the network-once they know how to unlock it.Most sysadmins don't need to understand window scaling, or the differences between IPv4 and IPv6 echo requests, or other intricacies of the TCP/IP protocols. You need only enough to deploy your own applications and get easy support from the network team.This book teaches you: How modern networks really workThe essentials of TCP/IPThe core of IPv4 and IPv6The right tools to diagnose network problems, and how to use themTroubleshooting everything from the physical wire to DNSHow to see the traffic you send and receiveConnectivity testingHow to communicate with your network team to quickly resolve problemsA sysadmin doesn't need to know the innards of TCP/IP, but knowing enough to diagnose your own network issues will transforms a good sysadmin into a great one.The first edition of Networking for System Administrators unlocked networking for hundreds of thousands of sysadmins. This second edition promises the same, and more!
AI Across Boundaries
Unveiling Insights: Machine Learning in Safety and Sports In this pioneering book, Ankush Kumar examines how machine learning is revolutionizing two different but equally important fields: sports analytics and human safety. In order to improve personal safety and senior care, the first research study, ""Computer Vision-Based Fall Detection for Enhancing Safety in Daily Living Activities,"" explores the use of AI-powered vision systems to identify and prevent falls. The second study, ""Analyzing Changing Trends in Ashes Test Cricket,"" offers a distinctive viewpoint on the development of one of the most cherished cricket rivalries in the world by using a data-driven methodology to identify changes in player commitment, audience preferences, and sentiment analysis. This book is essential reading for researchers, data scientists, and sports fans who want to understand more about how machine learning is influencing safety and sports in the future. It combines state-of-the-art AI techniques, practical applications, and perceptive analysis.
The Investigator's Guide to Online Research & OSINT
The Investigator's Guide to Online Research & OSINT is an essential, practical reference for modern-day investigators, researchers, and analysts navigating the ever-evolving landscape of digital intelligence. Authored by former British Transport Police detective Tony Bennett, MSc, this comprehensive guide offers a UK-focused perspective on Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), blending professional experience with current best practices in online research and cyber investigations.Drawing on decades of experience in frontline law enforcement and high-tech crime units, Tony demystifies OSINT with clear, methodical instructions and real-world examples tailored for both beginners and seasoned professionals. Whether you're working in law enforcement, compliance, corporate investigations, journalism, or private research, this guide equips you with the tools to collect, verify, and analyse open-source data legally and ethically.
Mastering Dynamic Authentication
This book delves into Dynamic Knowledge-Based Authentication (KBA), a cutting-edge approach designed to safeguard sensitive data from evolving cyber threats. It provides an in-depth comparison between online and offline dynamic KBA techniques, evaluating how each method leverages personalized, behavior-driven questions to significantly enhance security measures. Unlike traditional static KBA, which relies on fixed questions and answers, dynamic KBA offers a more robust defense by adapting to users' unique behavioral patterns and real-time context, such as their location, device usage, or interaction history. The book emphasizes the superior security benefits of dynamic KBA over its static counterpart, which is vulnerable to common threats such as phishing attacks and data breaches. By incorporating dynamic elements, such as time-sensitive or activity-related questions, dynamic KBA creates a more fluid and challenging barrier for cyber attackers. The book also explores the practical applications of dynamic KBA in key sectors like finance, healthcare, and government. These industries, which handle highly sensitive data, benefit significantly from enhanced security protocols, as dynamic KBA can help prevent unauthorized access and protect against identity theft, fraud, and data breaches. Additionally, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the operational mechanisms of both online and offline dynamic KBA methods. It discusses the technological and infrastructural challenges associated with implementing these methods, such as ensuring user convenience while maintaining high levels of security. This book aims to contribute valuable insights into the evolving landscape of digital asset protection, highlighting the future potential and challenges of dynamic knowledge-based authentication.
Transforming UX Design with OpenAI Canvas
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept - it is actively reshaping the way we create, interact, and design digital experiences. OpenAI Canvas: Enhancing the UX Design Process explores the transformative impact of OpenAI's innovations on UX design, research, and accessibility. Written by UX expert and researcher Okpala Blessing, this insightful book dives deep into the intersection of generative AI and inclusive design, offering fresh perspectives for designers, researchers, and tech enthusiasts. As AI becomes an integral part of design workflows, professionals must navigate new challenges and opportunities. This book takes a close look at how AI is revolutionizing design thinking, content generation, and user research while addressing its ethical implications. It provides a thoughtful discussion on the role of AI in creating more inclusive digital experiences and how designers can harness these advancements responsibly. Through real-world applications, expert insights, and a forward-looking perspective, OpenAI Canvas serves as an essential resource for UX professionals, AI researchers, and product designers. Whether you are integrating AI into your workflow, studying its impact on human-centered design, or leading AI-driven innovation, this book offers the knowledge and strategies needed to stay ahead in an ever-evolving field. Beyond the technical aspects, OpenAI Canvas delves into the human side of AI-driven design, exploring how these tools can enhance creativity, streamline complex processes, and foster collaboration between designers and AI systems. It also highlights the importance of ethical AI practices, ensuring that advancements in technology lead to more accessible and inclusive digital experiences for diverse users. Engaging, insightful, and deeply relevant, OpenAI Canvas goes beyond academic discourse - it is a visionary guide to the future of AI-powered UX design.
AI-Integrated Business Analytics for SMEs
In today's fast-paced digital economy, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) face the challenge of leveraging data and artificial intelligence to stay competitive. AI-Integrated Business Analytics for SMEs: A Practical Framework provides a step-by-step guide to transforming business operations with AI-driven analytics, making data a strategic asset rather than a complex burden. Drawing from real-world case studies and proven methodologies, this book introduces the DAIAM Framework, a structured approach designed specifically for SMEs to adopt, integrate, and scale AI-powered analytics without the need for massive budgets or technical expertise. From sales forecasting and inventory optimization to financial reporting and customer segmentation, this book offers practical insights, actionable strategies, and tangible results to help SMEs unlock the power of AI. Whether you're a business owner, analyst, or consultant, this book will equip you with the tools to navigate AI adoption, overcome implementation challenges, and build a data-driven, future-ready enterprise.
Sentiment Analysis With ML
This book explores the impact of sentiment analysis on social media platforms, examining how it influences public perception and behavior. It also delves into the role of machine learning in analyzing and understanding the dynamics of online interactions and the behavioral patterns associated with specific situations. In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, social media has become an integral part of daily life, shaping public discourse, influencing opinions, and fostering global interactions. The proliferation of various platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn, has created vast digital ecosystems where individuals, organizations, and even governments engage in discussions, debates, and content sharing. The continuous flow of information in these online spaces has led to a growing interest in understanding how opinions and emotions expressed on these platforms impact society. One of the most effective methods for analyzing and interpreting these interactions is sentiment analysis, a field that employs computational techniques to assess and categorize opinions expressed in text, images, and videos. This book delves into the profound impact of sentiment analysis on social media platforms, exploring how it influences public perception and human behavior. Sentiment analysis, also known as opinion mining .
Avionics Software Verification & Validation
Mastering Software Testing for DO-178C compliance: A Practical Guide for Aerospace Safety"". Ensuring the safety and reliability of airborne software is critical in the aerospace industry. DO-178C, the gold standard for aviation software certification, mandates a rigorous testing process to achieve compliance. This book provides a Comprehensive, hands-on approach to software testing in line with DO-178C guidelines, Covering: Test planning, case design, and execution strategies, Structural Coverage Analysis' Your definitive guide to achieving DO-178C compliance through effective testing!
Press Start
A visually stunning, up-to-date book that chronicles the history of video games from their earliest roots in 1958 to the present day, showcasing the unforgettable artwork, stories, and characters that have defined it. FULLY ILLUSTRATED AND UPDATED - THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO VIDEO GAMING HISTORY, FROM MARIO TO MINECRAFT. Pac-Man, Mario, Tomb Raider, The Sims, GTA, Minecraft, Fortnite... Video games are now one of the pillars of popular culture. This comprehensive, visually rich book chronicles the history of video games from their earliest roots in 1958 up to the present day, from simple pixels to the stunningly realistic visuals of modern blockbusters. Explore the evolution of the industry through the iconic artworks, stories, and characters that have defined gaming across generations. Rediscover the classics titles from Nintendo Switch's Animal Crossing and Zelda: Breath of the Wild, to Elden Ring and God of War on the Sony PlayStation 5, as well as a multitude of independent gems and record-breaking franchises. This newly updated edition highlights the standout games and key milestones over more than 50 years, diving into the creative and technological lore that have made video games what they are today. Filled with nostalgia, insights, and rich artwork, this book is a must-have for any video game fan, offering a captivating journey through the vibrant history of gaming and the titles that have captivated millions worldwide.
Game Boy Coding Adventure
Talk to the Machine Game Boy Coding Adventure is a hands-on guide to programming one of the most iconic consoles ever built. And there is magic here: By leveraging the simplified assembly language of this retro machine, you'll learn how to control every aspect of the Game Boy's 8-bit hardware. As you build tile-based graphics, sprite animations, sound effects, input handling, timers, and more, you'll discover how hardware behaves­--and how software components work together to run interactive programs. Along the way, you'll gain a strong foundation in systems programming, mastering concepts like memory management, registers, interrupts, and I/O. You'll learn how to: Write and debug assembly using RGBDS, the standard development toolchainWork with tiles, sprites, backgrounds, windows, and color palettesControl sound channels, interrupts, timers, frame pacing, and the joypadLeverage memory banking, DMA, and serial communication for more complex game featuresExperiment with the Super Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and the Game Boy PrinterWritten by a veteran game developer with over 15 years of experience building graphics engines and shipping titles across PC, mobile, and consoles, this book teaches more than just syntax. It takes you back to a simpler platform with a reduced instruction set that's perfect for learning. You'll write assembly code that runs directly on real hardware, see the results immediately, and learn how to debug, optimize, and control every cycle. You'll also build game-ready components and develop a clear understanding of how software and hardware interact. Why stop now? Slot in the cartridge, flip the switch, and start coding.
Experiments and Simulations of Superalloys
This Special Issue presents the latest advances in the design, processing, and performance evaluation of Ni-based superalloys. The presented articles highlight key aspects such as microstructural evolution, high-temperature tensile behavior, low-cycle fatigue, and the effects of alloying and processing on mechanical properties. Covering both single-crystal and directionally solidified superalloys, the contributions provide insights into γ/γ′ phase interactions, deformation mechanisms, and phase stability. This compilation can serve as a valuable reference for researchers and engineers working on high-performance alloys for turbine, aerospace, and power-generation applications.
Research on Fuzzy Logic and Mathematics with Applications II
This Special Issue deals with the uncertainty of information in real-world problems and use cases. It is now well-known that fuzzy set theory is a suitable theory in this regard. This theory is a valuable conceptual tool for handling vague concepts and sets forth a unifying framework for modeling various types of information. The motivation and the goal of this Special Issue is to bring together researchers contributing to this exciting field of research and also inspire interested readers and researchers alike to develop effective tools to deal with imprecise and uncertain environments.
Recent Progress and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Bioinformatics and New Medicine
This Reprint showcases cutting-edge research at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), bioinformatics, and new medicine. It highlights recent advances and persistent challenges in leveraging AI to address complex biological and clinical problems, such as multi-omics integration, cancer discovery, single-cell analysis, and network modeling. Contributions include innovative deep learning methods, data mining approaches, and computational tools designed to decode disease mechanisms, identify risk factors, and accelerate translational medicine. By compiling high-quality studies and reviews, this Reprint provides a comprehensive resource for researchers exploring how AI-driven technologies are reshaping bioinformatics and pioneering the future of precision medicine.
Principia Intellegentia
Principia Intellegentia makes the case for considering the phenomenon of intelligence in humans to be entirely bound up with their individual ability to earn. It dose this by setting out a high-level description of how humans learn, and then showing how this description for many aspects of the human condition. In addition, Principia Intellegentia makes the case for applying this same description to the design of learning algorithms for automated computing machines, thereby addressing the greatest intellectual challenge of our age: the quest for artificial intelligence.This book is a scientific monograph that describes original contributions to a wide variety of fields including neuroscience, psychology, sociology, artificial intelligence, and the philosophy of science. However, it has been written in a style that makes it accessible to the intelligent mom-expert, such that it may be classified as 'popular science'. This combination invites comparison with great works of mass appel such as The Origin of species, The Golden Bought and The Structure of Scientific Revolutions.
Futuristic Brave New World of Artificial Intelligence
Futuristic Brave New World of Artificial Intelligence is a speculative exploration of how artificial intelligence is reshaping humanity's future. From daily conveniences to world-changing innovations, AI is no longer science fiction-it is a powerful force driving society into uncharted territory.Drawing on the timeless metaphor of Arabian Nights, AI is likened to a genie in a bottle: once unleashed, it grants extraordinary opportunities and transformative potential. Yet, just like the genie's gifts, this power comes with profound responsibility. Will AI elevate civilization to new heights of creativity, knowledge, and prosperity, or will it pose risks that threaten human existence itself?This thought-provoking book examines the promises and perils of AI, guiding readers through the ethical dilemmas, technological advances, and existential questions of a rapidly approaching future. Both a cautionary tale and a vision of possibility, it challenges us to imagine the society we are building-and the role we must play in shaping it.Perfect for readers fascinated by technology, futurism, philosophy, and the fate of humanity in the age of intelligent machines.
The Game Designer's Workbook
Hands-on tools, exercises, walkthroughs, and resources for new game designers. All you need is a pencil! In The Game Designer's Workbook, two experienced game designers, Bobby Lockhart and Eric Lang, walk you through design tips and exercises you can apply immediately to take your next game to the next level. The authors draw on decades of combined experience in game design, helping you ideate, storyboard, create fun and challenging levels, and more. The book is structured as a set of practical exercises and examples to give budding game designers hands-on experience with the nuts and bolts of designing games. Equipped only with a pencil, you can level-up your skills in critical areas of game design. While you're free to use a computer, a pair of dice, or to team up with a group of friends, The Game Designer's Workbook lets you develop your skills whenever you've got something to write with and 10 minutes of spare time. The book includes reflection sections that allow you to think deeply about your future game design practice, challenges that prompt you to modify and improve an existing game, break down games into their component parts to better understand their inner workings, and discussions of concepts common to all sorts of games. You'll also find: A link to a companion website that includes additional resources, like printable resources, extra dot grid pages, papercraft exercises, random number generators, and scaffolded work pages Explanations of cross-disciplinary skills useful for any aspiring game designers Stand-alone chapters you can tackle beginning-to-end or one at a time The Game Designer's Workbook is an essential toolkit for aspiring and beginning game designers, as well as anyone interested in games and game design.
Autonomous Minds
A book that combines a technical explanation of agentic AI with the latest practical applications In Autonomous Minds: How Agentic AI Predicts and Learns to Enable Productivity and Empowerment, technology leader Francisco Javier Campos Zabala delivers a comprehensive, first principles analysis of AI agents and their potentially transformative impact on society, business, and individual lives. The book helps non-technical readers make sense of the technological complexity of artificial intelligence and explains its current practical applications. Campos Zabala offers a clear and accessible explanation of these new technologies, walking you through practical frameworks for implementing AI agents in business and personal contexts. Inside the book: Expert insights from leading researchers and practitioners in AI Accessible introductions to the fundamentals of agentic AI, as well as advanced applications Hands-on guidance for professionals attempting to adapt to AI-driven change Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Autonomous Minds is an essential guide for all professionals doing their best to make sense of new agentic AI technologies.
Hacking for Dummies
Think like a hacker to protect your sensitive information To safeguard your private data from prying eyes, it helps to understand how hackers do what they do. Hacking For Dummies gives you the tools you need to step into a hacker's shoes and discover the best strategies to secure your data. You won't learn how to steal your neighbors' Wi-Fi, but you will gain the skills to keep nosy hackers out of your systems and applications. With clear, jargon-free explanations, you'll learn to recognize cyberthreats and keep your information safe. This updated edition includes new content on AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the security implications of hybrid work. Understand the tools hackers use to steal sensitive data from individuals and businesses Discover methods of protecting your information--including improving your security, recognizing phishing scams, and more Assess your current network and cloud configurations from a hacker's perspective using proven vulnerability and penetration testing techniques Defend against AI-generated scams, lost devices, and other common threats Hacking For Dummies is for anyone looking to protect their devices from hacking--at home, at the office, or anywhere in-between.
Virus Is a Language
On how Generative AI and cults such as QAnon spread digitally and culturally follow the same rules as biological viruses. Viruses can be biological, digital, or cultural. All share basic viral properties that can be analyzed as a language (with its own principles, grammar, and vocabulary), which can help us achieve a better understanding of how they propagate and mutate. This is crucial for controlling their impact on human society. Generative AI, the Covid-19 pandemic and QAnon are the case studies. They are used to develop a full theory of Virus as a Language. The goal is to foster a conversation on viruses in various parts of society. And, in some ways, to learn to "speak" virus, so as to better think through such concepts as percentages, exponential growth, infection, immunization, mutation, agency, and extinction. The book will help concerned readers understand and navigate our strange, complex world. In particular, it offers new insights on Generative AI, COVID-19 and other pandemics to come, Facebook, QAnon, and similar phenomena that impact almost everyone.
Mastering Lisp Programming
"Mastering Lisp Programming: From Basics to Expert Proficiency" is an authoritative guide designed for those who wish to delve into the world of Lisp, one of the most enduring and influential programming languages. This book comprehensively covers the essentials of Lisp, starting from basic syntax and semantics to more advanced topics such as macros, meta-programming, and interfacing with external libraries. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to build on the knowledge of the previous ones, ensuring a smooth and coherent learning progression for both beginners and experienced programmers. The book not only provides theoretical understanding but also emphasizes practical application, offering numerous examples, exercises, and best practices. Readers will gain a deep appreciation for Lisp's powerful features and elegant paradigms, and learn to write code that is both efficient and expressive. Whether you are aiming to solve complex problems, explore functional programming, or simply expand your programming horizons, "Mastering Lisp Programming" equips you with the skills and insights needed to become proficient in this timeless language.
Sustainable AI
In the era of big data and even bigger machine learning models powering the current generative AI revolution, the environmental footprint of these developments can no longer be ignored. This much-needed guide confronts the challenge head-on, offering a groundbreaking exploration into making deep learning (DL) both efficient and accessible. Author Raghavendra Selvan exposes the high costs--both environmental and economic--of traditional DL methods and presents practical solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable AI. This essential read is for anyone in the machine learning field, from the academic researcher to the industry practitioner, who wants to make a meaningful impact on both their work and the world. This book enables readers to be agents of change toward a more sustainable and inclusive technological future. Learn strategies to significantly reduce the energy consumption, carbon footprint, and hardware demands of DL models Examine ways to break down barriers and foster a more inclusive future in AI development Explore strategies for cutting costs and minimizing ecological impact Learn how to balance performance with efficiency in model development Gain proficiency in cutting-edge tools that enhance the sustainability of your AI projects
NX 2506 For Beginners (COLORED)
This step-by-step guide helps students, engineers, and professionals build a solid foundation in Siemens NX. Whether you are new to CAD or switching from another software, the book provides clear explanations, practical examples, and easy-to-follow instructions to get you working efficiently.It begins with the basics of the NX interface, covering the ribbon, environments, commands, and key options so you can navigate confidently. You then move into sketching, learning to create and edit 2D sketches with lines, rectangles, circles, trim, fillet, and dimensions.From there, you develop 3D parts using features such as Extrude, Revolve, Hole, and Chamfer, along with mirror and pattern tools for repetitive designs. Advanced sections introduce multi-body modeling, synchronous editing, and geometry modifications for greater design flexibility.Assembly modeling is explained through both bottom-up and top-down approaches. You will learn to add constraints, build assemblies, and create exploded views. For documentation, the book guides you through making detailed drawings with dimensions, annotations, Bills of Materials, balloons, and revision tables.You will also cover: Sheet Metal Design - create and unfold sheet metal parts, flat patterns, and drawings.Surface Design - build complex freeform surfaces and advanced shapes.NX Realize Shape - apply subdivision modeling for organic and creative designs.By the end, you will be able to design, assemble, document, and present complete projects confidently in NX 2506.
Digital Dictatorship
A world without chains can still be a prison. Today's most powerful regimes-whether in Beijing, Silicon Valley, or your own city-no longer rely on brute force to ensure obedience. They rely on code, algorithms, and incentives that reshape behavior so quietly that compliance feels voluntary. This is the unsettling reality of digital authoritarianism, where freedom is exchanged for convenience and control is enforced without a single shot fired.This book exposes how algorithmic governance and surveillance capitalism critique converge to create a system that rewards predictability and punishes deviation. From China's social credit system to Western experiments in predictive policing, from corporate loyalty apps to platform moderation rules, the same logic is at work: technology becomes the new architecture of power.Designed for thoughtful readers who sense that something deeper than "privacy loss" is at stake, this book connects history, psychology, and culture to reveal how societies are being trained into compliance. It challenges the belief that democracy and dictatorship are separate technological futures, showing instead how they are converging on the same system of engineered obedience.Readers will gain: - A clear framework for recognizing when convenience disguises control; - Insight into how behavioral nudging technology normalizes submission; - An understanding of how corporate surveillance and state power reinforce each other; - Practical clarity on where resistance is still possible.
Wars Without Flags
War no longer wears a uniform. From the battlefields of Ukraine to the deserts of Africa and the networks of cyberspace, power is being fought over in ways most of the world barely sees. Militias, private armies, and cyber mercenaries are replacing traditional forces, while AI warfare and disinformation reshape the very idea of sovereignty. Violence has become deniable, outsourced, and profitable-a shadow marketplace of force where loyalty is bought and borders are irrelevant.This book pulls back the curtain on the world of proxy warfare, exposing how private military companies, hacker-for-hire groups, and autonomous weapons are redrawing the global map. Drawing on gripping case studies from today's conflicts, it explains why governments outsource war, how militias gain legitimacy, and what happens when algorithms make life-and-death decisions.For readers of geopolitics, security, technology, or current affairs, this is an urgent and accessible guide to the new face of conflict. Whether you are curious about the Wagner Group, anxious about autonomous weapons ethics, or seeking to understand the hidden forces behind gray zone conflict, this book delivers clarity where most headlines deliver noise.By the end, you'll see how these invisible wars touch business, democracy, and daily life-and why understanding them is essential to navigating the century ahead. It offers a sharper lens for interpreting world events and a deeper awareness of the risks and realities shaping tomorrow's order.This is not a distant theory of war's future. It is the inside story of the world already here-where cyber war, militia warfare, and AI-driven conflict are defining power in the twenty-first century.
Digital Dictatorship
A world without chains can still be a prison. Today's most powerful regimes-whether in Beijing, Silicon Valley, or your own city-no longer rely on brute force to ensure obedience. They rely on code, algorithms, and incentives that reshape behavior so quietly that compliance feels voluntary. This is the unsettling reality of digital authoritarianism, where freedom is exchanged for convenience and control is enforced without a single shot fired.This book exposes how algorithmic governance and surveillance capitalism critique converge to create a system that rewards predictability and punishes deviation. From China's social credit system to Western experiments in predictive policing, from corporate loyalty apps to platform moderation rules, the same logic is at work: technology becomes the new architecture of power.Designed for thoughtful readers who sense that something deeper than "privacy loss" is at stake, this book connects history, psychology, and culture to reveal how societies are being trained into compliance. It challenges the belief that democracy and dictatorship are separate technological futures, showing instead how they are converging on the same system of engineered obedience.Readers will gain: - A clear framework for recognizing when convenience disguises control; - Insight into how behavioral nudging technology normalizes submission; - An understanding of how corporate surveillance and state power reinforce each other; - Practical clarity on where resistance is still possible.
Learning Lua
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of Lua scripting? Whether you're a teacher preparing to lead a class on software utilizing Lua like Roblox, Solar2D, NeoVIM, or Defold, an aspiring game developer aiming to create captivating games for Roblox or similar platforms, a newcomer in need of a friendly and accessible reference to programming in Lua, or a student eager to learn the ins and outs of this versatile language - our eTextbook, "Learning Lua," has you covered!What sets "Learning Lua" apart is its gentle and approachable introduction to the Lua scripting language. We've deliberately minimized the use of intimidating "programmer-speak" to ensure an enjoyable learning experience for those new to programming. Dive into the beginner section, where we cover fundamental topics such as variables, string variables, mathematics, the math library, functions, decisions, and loops. With clear explanations and practical examples, you'll grasp these concepts in no time!For the more seasoned learners, our intermediate section delves into more complex topics, including the Input/Output Library, tables, pairs, iPairs, closure, OS Library, modules, and recursion. Gain the expertise you need to tackle real-world projects confidently.But that's not all; our Textbook doesn't stop at intermediate levels. For those eager to master Lua, the advanced section awaits, exploring challenging subjects like objects, metatables, and metamethods. Embrace the power of Lua and elevate your programming prowess!
AI Ink.
Learn how to use and leverage AI as a writer, editor, literary agent, or publisher. AI Ink: Writing, Publishing, and Misinformation at the Dawn of the AI Age is a groundbreaking exploration of the profound impact of artificial intelligence on the creative industries. Jason Van Tatenhove, a journalist and expert on political extremism, takes readers on a journey through the rapidly evolving landscape where AI tools are reshaping writing and publishing. From AI-generated content to the ethical dilemmas of misinformation, this book addresses the opportunities and challenges that come with the integration of AI into creative processes. Van Tatenhove draws on his extensive experience and interviews with leading experts to provide a comprehensive guide that is essential for writers, publishers, and anyone interested in the future of creativity. AI Ink not only explores the current state of AI but also offers thoughtful predictions and practical advice for navigating the complexities of this new technological era.
The Emergent Mind
A "deeply stimulating and disarmingly accessible" (Robert Sapolsky, author of Determined) journey into the inner workings of human and artificial minds When we are trying to solve a problem, what happens? We find ourselves weighing arguments, or relying on intuition, then reaching a conscious decision about what to do. What is going on behind the scenes? In The Emergent Mind, Gaurav Suri and Jay McClelland show that our experience is the tip of an iceberg of brain activity that can be captured in an artificial neural network. Such networks--initially developed as models of ourselves--have become the engines of artificial neural intelligence. Suri and McClelland aren't reducing mankind to mere machines. Rather, they are showing how a data-driven neural network can create thoughts, emotions, and ideas--a mind--whether in humans or computers. The Emergent Mind provides a fascinating account of how we reach decisions, why we change our minds, and how we are affected by context and experience. Ultimately, the book gives a new answer to one of our oldest questions: Not just how do minds work, but what does it mean to be a mind at all?
Perl Programming in Easy Steps
Perl is often known as the Swiss army knife of programming languages.Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition illustrates programming basics with variables, operators, and functions before moving on to demonstrate the creation of reusable Perl modules. It then shows how Perl can read and write files on your system. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with Perl is demonstrated next to emulate real-world object properties and behaviours.The examples in Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition demonstrate how to store and retrieve data with the SQLite database module that is often bundled alongside the standard Perl library. The book then moves on to illustrate how Perl is used for server-side CGI scripting on the internet. A final example brings together Perl for CGI and SQLite to create an online shop.Perl Programming in easy steps, 2nd edition has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to: Anyone who wants begin programming in Perl.Programmers looking to extend their skillset. Students who are studying programming at school or college. Those seeking a career in software development. This book makes no assumption that you have previous knowledge of any programming language, so is suitable for a beginner or a programming guru.
The Immortal Mirror
In a world racing toward digital immortality, where minds can be uploaded and consciousness may one day be preserved forever, humanity stands on the brink of its most profound transformation. This groundbreaking exploration dives deep into the heart of mind uploading, where the lines between life and death, memory and code, body and machine blur into unsettling new realities. Are we simply collections of data waiting to be cloned? Or does our essence transcend what technology can capture? Through gripping real-world stories, cutting-edge research, and timeless philosophy, this book confronts the emotional, ethical, and psychological dilemmas surrounding AI clones and digital consciousness. It boldly questions whether preserving consciousness is the ultimate triumph over mortality or a dangerous illusion that threatens the very core of what it means to be human. Readers will discover: - How the rise of virtual self identity challenges our deepest assumptions about personal existence. - The hidden dangers and seductive promises of technology and mortality in an age of brain simulation. - The spiritual and emotional costs of attempting to defy death through digital afterlife technologies. - The complex ethics of brain upload, from questions of consent to the haunting risks of eternal suffering. - Why philosophers, scientists, and spiritual teachers warn that true meaning may lie not in living forever, but in accepting the beauty of impermanence. Whether you're fascinated by cutting-edge technology, captivated by the mysteries of the human mind, or seeking answers to the ultimate questions of life and death, this is a book that will challenge, inspire, and transform your understanding of the coming age of AI cloning. Prepare to confront your digital shadow and glimpse the unsettling future of human existence.
Python Networking 101, Second Edition
If you're a developer getting into networking for the first time or an IT pro looking to build practical automation skills, this second edition gives you a clear and structured path to master essential networking concepts and become a confident, hands-on Python network administrator. If you're looking to automate repetitive networking tasks, build tools for infrastructure, or become a network administrator, you'll find this book teaching all the skills, structure, and mindset to make it happen.You'll start off by getting the basics of Python down and then quickly move on to TCP, UDP, and socket programming. You'll work with protocols like HTTP, FTP, DNS, and email, and you'll use Python to automate everyday network tasks. As you read on, you'll dive into modern network automation using Netmiko, Paramiko, and NAPALM, manage asynchronous tasks with AsyncIO, and set up monitoring and analysis workflows through SNMP, ping3, iperf3, and Locust. You'll also use SimPy to simulate networks, program firewalls, scanning, encryption, and VPNs. You'll also get to work on configuration management and orchestration using Ansible. This will teach you how to automate server and network setups, manage software lifecycles, enforce standards, and integrate Python for advanced logic.This book is all about clarity and practicality, using simple, easy-to-follow examples that work in the real world. It's not meant to deal with complicated business scenarios, but it does cover the most important, routine and common jobs of network programming.Key FeaturesLearn the basics of Python syntax and data structures for network automation.Get the hang of TCP, UDP, and socket programming for real communication tasks.Practice your skills with HTTP, FTP, DNS, and email protocols using real-world Python scripts.Set up SSH connections and device configurations using Netmiko, Paramiko, and NAPALM.Take charge of asynchronous network operations with Python's AsyncIO library.Keep an eye on, look at, and test networks using SNMP, ping3, iperf3, Locust, and SimPy.Make your network security stronger by using firewalls, scanning, SSL/TLS, and VPN configurations.Take advantage of the NAPALM and Git integration to automate your configuration management and version control.With Ansible playbooks, roles, and automation workflows, you can orchestrate server and network setups.Table of ContentIntroduction to Python and NetworkingTCP, UDP and Socket ProgrammingWorking with Application LayerExploring Network AutomationNetwork Monitoring and AnalysisNetwork Security and PythonWorking with APIs and Network ServicesNetwork Programming with AsyncIONetwork Testing and SimulationNetwork Configuration ManagementAnsible and Python
C++ Networking 101, Second Edition
The point of this edition is to help C++ programmers get the skills and confidence they need to do a wide range of networking tasks. The book gives lots of practical, easy-to-follow examples and covers most key areas of network programming, but intentionally leaves out highly complex scenarios.It starts with the basics of how C++ works with TCP/IP and gradually builds on that as you learn to write client-server applications, configure IP addressing and subnets, implement protocols like HTTP, FTP, SMTP, IMAP, and DNS, and handle network communication errors effectively. It's packed with clear explanations and real code that works. You'll dive into VPN setups, wireless networking standards, asynchronous programming models, and network simulations, using modern C++23 features throughout. As the chapters go on, the focus moves on to getting the most out of devices and making them run smoothly. This includes using NETCONF to automate device configurations, managing firmware updates, tweaking socket behavior for better performance, setting up recovery systems, and making diagnostic tools. You'll also set up network monitoring using Nagios, along with custom C++ checks to track faults, performance metrics, and security events in real time. After finishing, you'll be able to think and work like a network programmer and administrator, and you'll be ready to use your skills in real-world situations.Key FeaturesBuild strong foundations in TCP/IP networking using modern C++ coding examples.Work on client-server applications with TCP and UDP sockets, and get to know real-world communication patterns.Get hands-on with IP addressing, subnets, and routing through practical demonstrations and progressive programming exercises.Put core application protocols like HTTP, FTP, SMTP, IMAP, and DNS in C++.Take advantage of NETCONF and C++ to automate configuration tasks across network devices efficiently and consistently.Employ asynchronous programming, multithreading, and event-driven models to handle high-performance networking scenarios.Program your devices to automatically update their firmware, adjust their settings, and recover if something goes wrong.Combine Nagios monitoring with custom C++ checks for fault, performance, and security visibility.Simulate and test networks using NS-3 and diagnostic tools for real-time problem solving.Table of ContentIntroduction to Networking and C++Understanding TCP and UDPNetwork Interfaces and AddressingApplication Layer ProtocolsVPNsWireless NetworksAsynchronous ProgrammingNetwork Testing and SimulationNetwork Configuration ManagementNetwork Monitoring
