Towards Autonomous Robotic Systems
This LNAI 16045 volume constitutes the proceedings of the 26th Annual Conference on Towards Autonomous Robotic Systems, TAROS 2025, held in York, UK, duing August 20-22, 2025. The 32 full papers and 4 short papers, together with 4 invited papers presented in these volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions. The papers were categorised into seven groups: Human-Robot Interaction and Teleoperation, Sensing and Perception, Locomotion and Control, Manipulation and Dexterous Interaction, Software Engineering for Robotics, Underwater Robotics and Autonomy, Aerial Robotics and Path Planning, and Challenging Environments.
Information Processing and Network Provisioning
The proceedings set CCIS 2593 until CCIS 2596 constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024, which took place in Qingdao, China, during November 8-10, 2024. The 153 full papers presented in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 277 submissions. They deal with up to date research ranging from information and signal processing and network provisioning to computer communications and network applications.
Information Processing and Network Provisioning
The proceedings set CCIS 2593 until CCIS 2596 constitutes the proceedings of the Third International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024, which took place in Qingdao, China, during November 8-10, 2024. The 153 full papers presented in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 277 submissions. They deal with up to date research ranging from information and signal processing and network provisioning to computer communications and network applications.
Ultimate .NET MAUI Projects
Build Stunning Cross-Platform Apps with the Power of C# and .NET MAUI. Book DescriptionAs the need for unified mobile and desktop applications continues to rise, .NET MAUI offers a modern, efficient solution-enabling developers to create native apps for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS using a single codebase in C# and XAML. Ultimate .NET MAUI Projects is your comprehensive, hands-on guide to mastering this powerful framework, and building production-ready, cross-platform applications. This book walks you through the complete development lifecycle-from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. You will also learn how to design responsive UIs with XAML, implement clean architecture using the MVVM pattern, integrate local data storage with SQLite, and connect to external APIs for dynamic content. Additionally, you will explore performance tuning, deployment practices, testing on emulators and real devices. Through guided, real-world projects including a feature-rich E-Commerce app, a robust ERP system, an interactive educational platform, and a dynamic social media interface, you will gain the skills and confidence to build scalable and maintainable applications that work seamlessly across platforms. Hence, whether you are a developer breaking into cross-platform development or a seasoned pro refining your mobile strategy, Ultimate .NET MAUI Projects is your essential resource for building with impact. Table of Contents1. Getting to know .NET MAUI2. Main Features of .NET MAUI3. Getting Started with .NET MAUI4. Design Patterns in .NET MAUI5. Using Blazor Components in .NET MAUI6. Internal DB and API Connection7. Best Practices in .NET MAUI8. Building an E-Commerce App9. Building an ERP App10. Building a Social Media App11. Building an Education App Index
Electronic Government and the Information Systems Perspective
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Electronic Government and the Information Systems Perspective, EGOVIS 2025, held in Bangkok, Thailand, during August 25-27, 2025. The 11 full and 4 short papers included in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 29 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Legal Aspects and Semantic Approaches; Digital Transformation and E-government Inclusion; AI in E-Government; E-Government Cases.
Business Intelligence with Looker
Looker is a data analytics tool that is rapidly gaining popularity in the business intelligence space. It has become an essential platform, empowering organizations to analyze data and make informed, data-driven decisions.In this book, we cover the fundamentals required to jumpstart a Looker instance, starting with dashboard creation and LookML development. You will learn to facilitate every step of the process, from administration to development to visualization creation. This guide will help you understand the Looker platform, from basic user functions to advanced development and administration. It is designed to help you become a Looker expert, enabling you to build a powerful data culture within your organization. Once the foundation is set, we explore advanced LookML concepts, including reusable blocks, Liquid customization, and performance tuning, while also diving into the administrative side of Looker.By the end of this book, you will possess a complete skill set for leveraging Looker. You will be fully equipped to build and manage sophisticated LookML data models, administer the platform securely, integrate it with other services, and confidently create impactful business intelligence solutions for real-world scenarios.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN● Develop LookML code, including core, advanced, and derived table concepts.● Integrate Looker with mobile apps, Google tools, and external applications.● Administer Looker, manage security, monitor usage, and tune performance effectively.● Create, customize, and present diverse reports and dashboards effectively.● Troubleshoot common issues and implement Looker development best practices.● Automate Looker tasks and integrate programmatically using APIs/SDKs.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is a valuable resource for new and experienced Looker professionals, including business users, report developers, and LookML developers. It is also ideal for data analysts, data engineers, and business intelligence developers who want to build and administer comprehensive Looker solutions.
Data Modeling with Snowflake - Second Edition
Learn to build scalable data architecture using Snowflake's unique features through real-world use cases and SQL recipes that unlock data value for business and engineering teamsKey Features: - Learn core modeling techniques through practical examples using native Snowflake architecture- Adopt a universal modeling language to communicate business value to functional teams- Go beyond physical modeling with SQL recipes to transform and shape your Snowflake data- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: Struggling with rising Snowflake costs and constant tuning? Poorly aligned data models can lead to bloated expenses, inefficient queries, and time-consuming rework. Data Modeling with Snowflake helps you harness the Snowflake Data Cloud's scalable, cloud-native architecture and expansive feature set to deliver data solutions faster than ever.This book introduces simple, practical data modeling frameworks that accelerate agile design and evolve alongside your projects from concept to code. Rooted in decades of proven database design principles, these frameworks are paired, for the first time, with Snowflake-native objects and real-world examples, offering a two-in-one crash course in theory and direct application.Through real-world examples designed to make learning easy, you'll leverage Snowflake's innovative features like Time Travel, Zero-Copy Cloning, and Change Data Capture (CDC) to create cost-efficient solutions. Whether you're just starting out or refining your architecture, this book will guide you in designing smarter, scaling faster, and cutting costs by aligning timeless modeling principles with the power of Snowflake.What You Will Learn: - Master data modeling fundamentals to get your designs right on the first attempt with time-saving benefits- Discover Snowflake's cloud-native architecture and unique features- Apply modeling concepts to achieve higher efficiency by leveraging Snowflake architecture- Get to grips with modeling concepts like normalization and slowly changing dimensions (SCDs)- Read and transform semi-structured data, including hierarchies, using pre-built recipes and examples- Explore organizational frameworks like Data Vault and Data Mesh- Understand the business metrics that drive scalable, cost-effective data projectsWho this book is for: Whether building data products or managing a data platform at scale, this book serves any developer who jumped into SQL without first establishing modeling best practices and understanding their effective applications to save time and effort.For analysts or those starting in database design, this book provides practical foundations of data modeling to guide you on your Snowflake data journey.Those new to Snowflake will discover its core features and learn to incorporate them into universal modeling frameworks.Table of Contents- Unlocking the Power of Modeling- An Introduction to the Four Modeling Types- Mastering Snowflake's Architecture- Mastering Basic Snowflake Objects- From Logical Concepts to Snowflake Objects- Mastering Advanced Snowflake Objects- Seeing Snowflake's Architecture through Modeling Notation- Putting Conceptual Modeling into Practice- Putting Logical Modeling into Practice- Database Normalization- Database Naming and Structure- Putting Physical Modeling into Practice- Putting Transformational Modeling into Practice- Modeling Slowly Changing Dimensions- Modeling Facts for Rapid Analysis- Modeling Semi-Structured Data- Modeling Hierarchies(N.B. Please use the Read Sample option to see further chapters)
Electronic Government
This LNCS conference set constitutes the proceedings of the 24th IFIP WG 8.5 International Conference on Electronic Government, EGOV 2025, in Krems, Austria, held during August 31-September 4, 2025. The 25 full papers presented were carefully selected from 116 submissions. They were categorized under the topical sections as follows: E-Government and E-Governance; Emerging Issues and Innovations; Open Data; Smart Cities; AI, Data Analytics and Automated Decision-Making.
Big Data Analytics and Knowledge Discovery
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 27th International Conference on Big Data Analytics and Knowledge Discovery, DaWaK 2025, held in Bangkok, Thailand, during August 25-27, 2025. The 12 full and 14 short papers included in the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 62 submissions. The proceedings also contain one keynote talk, one invited talk and one tutorial. The papers were organized in topical sections as follows: Data mining and knowledge discovery; sequential data analytics and recommendation systems; graph data processing and analytics; data management and indices; Large language Models (LLMs); and Neural Networks.
Digital Society
In an age where technology is rewriting the rules of human connection, governance, and daily life, how can we build a society that is not only digital-but also just, equitable, and human-centered?In Digital Society: Reimagining Society for the Digital Era, futurist and thought leader Mohammad J. Sear takes readers on a profound exploration of the opportunities and perils of the Digital Age. Moving far beyond simplistic measures like internet penetration and app usage, Sear redefines the very concept of a Digital Society-one where technology reshapes our institutions, values, and the way we live, work, learn, and care for each other.Drawing on decades of global experience advising governments, public institutions, and private enterprises, Sear unpacks: The Foundational Shift - Why optimization is not enough, and how true transformation requires reimagining, unlearning, and being purpose-driven.Core Elements of a Thriving Digital Society - From inclusive digital education and citizen-centric healthcare to secure identity systems and equitable infrastructure.The Power and Peril of the Digital Town Square - How civic life is being reshaped by algorithm-driven platforms and what it takes to protect democratic values online.A Human-Centric Future - Frameworks for embedding ethics, equity, and trust into digital transformation strategies.Through compelling global case studies, thought experiments, and a candid "skeptic's voice" that challenges assumptions at every step, Digital Society offers both visionary insight and practical frameworks for policymakers, innovators, educators, and engaged citizens.This is not just a book about technology-it's a blueprint for the societies we want to build, and a call to action to ensure the digital future works for everyone.If you care about the intersection of technology, governance, and human values, this is your essential guide to navigating-and shaping-the digital era.
Practical Business Process Modeling and Analysis
Learn practical techniques from leading AI and business process experts to streamline operations, drive digital transformation, and accelerate your career growthKey Features: - Navigate common challenges in digital transformation to ensure seamless process adoption across teams- Master BPMN, process modeling, and automation launch strategies to streamline workflows and boost efficiency- Work with practical frameworks to align business processes with strategic long-term growth- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: Every business transformation begins with one question, "How can we do this better?" Whether it's eliminating inefficiencies, optimizing business operations, or reimagining entire workflows with the help of AI, success depends on understanding and optimizing business processes. However, finding the right approach can be challenging with shifting market demands and evolving technologies.In this book, three seasoned experts in BPM, automation, and AI-driven process optimization guide you through frameworks, techniques, and tools that drive digital transformation by helping you explore business process modelling, before and after process execution. You'll visualize complex workflows, establish scalable process architectures that drive digital transformation, and integrate automation for efficiency. With insights into BPMN, business value analysis, and field-tested consulting guidance, you'll see how process-led design and data-driven decisions can lead to smarter, more agile operations. Through real-world examples, you'll grasp how leading organizations have optimized their processes and how you can apply the same principles in your digital change program.By the end of this book, you'll be able to identify, design, analyze, and transform business processes for measurable impact, as well as master the synergy of technology, process, and strategy to build systems that drive sustainable growth.What You Will Learn: - Explore the role of business process in digital transformation- Build scalable process architectures for long-term efficiency and adaptability- Find out how to avoid common pitfalls in digital transformation and automation programs- Apply real-world strategies and frameworks to optimize operations effectively- Discover methods and tools to enhance business process analysis and decision-making- See how the BPMN can be extended for scenarios like process simulation and risk management- Measure and maximize business value from process transformation effortsWho this book is for: This book is ideal for business analysts, process improvement practitioners, project managers, consultants, operations managers, and IT leaders involved in process design, streamlining workflows, and integrating AI and automation. No prior experience with BPMN or automation is needed, though familiarity with business processes will be helpful.Table of Contents- Winning at Digital Transformation with Process Modeling- Pillars of a Successful Digital Transformation- The Wheel of BPM Driving Your Competitive Advantage- Long-Term Trends and the Impact on Your Job- Business Process 101- Establishing Process Architecture- Process Modeling Notations - BPMN - What You Need to Know- Advanced BPMN- Measuring the Business Value of Process Transformation - A Few Final Thoughts
Dark Web Reality
Step beyond the headlines and into the shadows of the internet's most mysterious realm.From secret marketplaces to encrypted communication hubs, the dark web has captured public imagination as a place of danger, secrecy, and forbidden activity. But the truth is far more complex. In Dark Web Reality, you'll journey through the internet's hidden layers-uncovering the facts, the myths, and the double-edged nature of anonymity in the digital age.Inside, you'll discover: The three layers of the internet - surface, deep, and dark web - and how they interact.The rise of Tor and onion routing, and why anonymity can be both a shield for freedom and a cloak for crime.Digital black markets, from the infamous Silk Road to modern underground economies.The light within the darkness - whistleblowing platforms, human rights tools, and lifesaving uses of hidden networks.Law enforcement in the shadows, battling cybercrime while protecting online freedoms.How to stay safe online, avoid scams, and understand the ethical boundaries of hidden internet use.Written with investigative depth and clear explanations, Dark Web Reality pulls back the digital curtain to reveal what truly happens beyond the reach of Google. Whether you're a cybersecurity enthusiast, a concerned citizen, or simply curious about what lies beneath the surface, this book will equip you with the knowledge to navigate - and understand - the hidden world of the internet.Enter at your own risk - and with open eyes.
Dark Web Reality
Step beyond the headlines and into the shadows of the internet's most mysterious realm.From secret marketplaces to encrypted communication hubs, the dark web has captured public imagination as a place of danger, secrecy, and forbidden activity. But the truth is far more complex. In Dark Web Reality, you'll journey through the internet's hidden layers-uncovering the facts, the myths, and the double-edged nature of anonymity in the digital age.Inside, you'll discover: The three layers of the internet - surface, deep, and dark web - and how they interact.The rise of Tor and onion routing, and why anonymity can be both a shield for freedom and a cloak for crime.Digital black markets, from the infamous Silk Road to modern underground economies.The light within the darkness - whistleblowing platforms, human rights tools, and lifesaving uses of hidden networks.Law enforcement in the shadows, battling cybercrime while protecting online freedoms.How to stay safe online, avoid scams, and understand the ethical boundaries of hidden internet use.Written with investigative depth and clear explanations, Dark Web Reality pulls back the digital curtain to reveal what truly happens beyond the reach of Google. Whether you're a cybersecurity enthusiast, a concerned citizen, or simply curious about what lies beneath the surface, this book will equip you with the knowledge to navigate - and understand - the hidden world of the internet.Enter at your own risk - and with open eyes.
Advanced Technologies in Electronics, Communications and Signal Processing
This book LNICST 619 constitutes the proceedings of the First EAI International Conference on Advanced Technologies in Electronics, Communications and Signal Processing, ICATECS 2024, held in Hyderabad, India, during July 26-27, 2024. The 65 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 210 submissions. They were categorized under the topical sections as follows: Wireless Communication and IoT; RF and Signal processing; VLSI System Design; Machine Learning and Deep Learning Applications.
The Management Of Commercial Computing
The Management Of Commercial Computing. ISBN: 0952795604 Year: 1996 The development and management of systems and people in multi-national corporations, systems and software houses, government departments, European Union Commissions and academia.
Azure Fundamentals (Az-900) Study Guide
Cloud computing is no longer just a buzzword but a crucial skill set for today's professionals. The ability to navigate the complexities of cloud technologies and understand the Azure environment is a significant advantage. Whether you're starting your tech journey or looking to solidify your foundational knowledge, this study guide is your essential resource to mastering these critical concepts and achieving Azure certification. Author Jack Lee (Microsoft MVP) will thoroughly prepare you for the AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals exam. Going beyond the exam material, you'll become immersed in the world of Azure, acquiring the tools to understand and effectively utilize cloud and Azure foundational concepts. From exploring key cloud principles like high availability and scalability to delving into Azure's core services and management tools, this book provides both detailed explanations and key insights. Grasp the basics of cloud computing, including different service types, pricing models, and deployment strategies Learn to identify and describe the core Azure services and understand their practical applications in real-world scenarios See study tips, practice questions, and quizzes designed to mirror the AZ-900 exam format Receive expert advice to confidently undertake the exam and apply your knowledge in your day-to-day work
Computing Power Drives the Future
Computing power has long grown at an exponential rate. That rapid advance has allowed digital systems to do more each year. Computer power crossed a major threshold when it made "Artificial Intelligence" driven by deep neural networks economically feasible. And huge investments are being made in ever-larger computer centers to support AI. This book challenges the assumptions behind those huge investments and explains why the generative AI that is making all the news is over-rated.Computer power crossing a threshold allowed deep neural nets to be practical, and they have indeed been used effectively for many limited applications. Meisel discusses the "next big thing" that exponential growth in computer processing speed will allow. The book provides a realistic description of what we can expect as computer power grows ever more quickly than most past innovations, with major impacts on society, the economy, and competition between countries.
Graded Logic
Observable human commonsense reasoning can be modeled with graded propositional logic. Our approach is distinctive in that all mathematical models are directly linked to specific, observable, and explainable mental activities. Decision-makers evaluate alternatives through perceived gradations of truth, importance, suitability, simultaneity, and substitutability. Each graded variable has a semantic identity, reflecting its role and meaning tied to the goals and interests of a specific decision-maker. Graded logic was introduced 50 years ago, and this book presents its current status based on a half-century of improvements and applications. The book includes examples of decision problems solved using graded logic models. Our aim is to provide readers with a solid theoretical foundation in graded propositional calculus, enabling them to confidently apply the LSP method on complex evaluation and decision problems. Additionally, the book suggests numerous directions for future research and applications.
Computer Animation and Social Agents
The LNCS 15915 constitutes the proceedings from the 38th International Conference on Computer Animation and Social Agents, CASA 2025, held in Strasbourg, France, during June 2-4, 2025. The 20 papers (17 from the main conference and 3 from the AniNex workshop) presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 82 submissions. These papers focus on various aspects of Computer Animation and Social Agents, such as Motion Capture & Retargeting, Physics-based Animation, Vision-based Techniques, Behavioral Animation, Facial Animation, Image-based Animation, Virtual Humans, Crowd Simulation, AI-based Animation, Deep Learning Methods, Virtual Humans and Avatars, and 3D Physiological Humans.
Vector Calculus
This unique compendium deals with the differentiation and integration of vector functions. It examines critical effects and extracts important features using powerful tools of differentiation and integration. Techniques and codes for computing the divergence, curl, and gradients of a given field function, which reveal the mathematical behavior of the vector field, are discussed. Green's theorem, Stokes's theorem, and Gauss's formula, along with their novel extensions, are presented in detail with applications such as the smoothed gradient method.Written in Jupyter notebook format, the book offers a unified environment for theory description, code execution, and real-time interaction, making it ideal for reading, practicing, and further exploration.
Database and Expert Systems Applications - Dexa 2025 Workshops
This volume constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Workshop on AI System Engineering: Math, Modelling and Software, AISys 2025 and the First International Workshop on Optimisation of Industrial Production with AI Algorithms, AI4IP, co-located with the 36th International Conference on Database and Expert Systems Applications, DEXA 2025, which took place in Bangkok, Thailand, during August 25-27, 2025.The 11 full papers were thoroughly reviewed and selected from a total of 23 submissions. They are organized in topical sections as follows: AI System Engineering: Math, Modelling and Software; and Optimization of Industrial Production with AI Algorithms.
Advanced Technologies in Electronics, Communications and Signal Processing
This book LNICST 620 constitutes the proceedings of the First EAI International Conference on Advanced Technologies in Electronics, Communications and Signal Processing, ICATECS 2024, held in Hyderabad, India, during July 26-27, 2024. The 65 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 210 submissions. They were categorized under the topical sections as follows: Wireless Communication and IoT; RF and Signal processing; VLSI System Design; Machine Learning and Deep Learning Applications.
Concept of Artificial Intelligence
This book "Concept of Artificial Intelligence" is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to AI, exploring its fundamental principles, advanced techniques, and practical applications. It serves as a resource for students, researchers, and practitioners seeking to understand the core concepts and methodologies of this rapidly evolving field. The book is structured to progressively build knowledge, starting with an introductory overview of AI in Chapter 1, which lays the foundation for understanding its historical development, goals, and impact on society. Chapter 2 focuses on problem-solving and search techniques, highlighting the algorithms and strategies that enable machines to navigate complex decision spaces. Chapter 3 delves into knowledge representation, a crucial aspect of AI that involves structuring information in ways that enable reasoning and decision-making. In Chapter 4, the book explores the intricacies of natural language understanding, discussing how AI systems process, interpret, and generate human language. Chapter 5 provides insights into the present and future of AI, examining current trends, applications, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI technologies. Finally, Chapter 6 dives into learning and adaptation in AI, presenting key concepts such as supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, alongside advanced topics like optimization and evaluation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced professional, this book aims to offer a balanced mix of theoretical understanding and practical insights. By the end of this journey, readers will gain a deeper appreciation of AI's capabilities, challenges, and its profound potential to shape the future of human society.
Comptia A+ Certmike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified!
Skip the fluff and quickly master the essentials with this accurate CompTIA A+ certification test prep In the second edition of CompTIA A+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! Core 2 Exam 220-1202, tech educator and expert Mike Chapple delivers a hands-on guide to efficiently and effectively preparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam. The book contains concise discussions of the operating systems, security practices, software troubleshooting techniques, and operational procedures you'll need for the updated test and on a day-to-day basis at your job. Chapple covers all relevant technological advances in mobile, cloud, networking, and security that have taken place since publication of the first edition of this book. He also walks you through the material you need to know to succeed on the newly created 220-1202 exam. You'll use the proven CertMike approach to: Prepare--CertMike is your personal study coach, guiding you through all the exam objectives and helping you gain an understanding of how they apply to on-the-job tasks! Practice--Each chapter includes two multiple choice practice questions. Work through the detailed explanations to evaluate each answer option and understand the reason for the best answer! Pass--On exam day, use the critical knowledge you've learned when you're ready to take the test. You'll feel ready and confident to pass the exam and earn your certification! Laser-focused on starting and accelerating your IT technician career and ensuring your success on the A+ certification Core 2 exam, the book skips the fluff and familiarizes you with IT basics you'll use on the test and every day in your work. It also offers complimentary access to helpful online study tools, like a bonus practice exam and audio recordings of the CertMike Exam Essentials. The second edition of CompTIA A+ CertMike is perfect for anyone preparing for their A+ certification who wants to reduce test anxiety, boost their confidence, and get up to speed quickly and efficiently. It's also a great resource for hardware and PC technicians who want to reinforce foundational skills and upgrade their professional knowledge.
Advances in Cryptology - Crypto 2025
The 8-volume set LNCS 16000-16008 constitutes the proceedings of the 45th Annual International Cryptology Conference, CRYPTO 2025, which took place in Santa Barbara, CA, USA, during August 17-21, 2025. The total of 156 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 643 submissions. They focus on cryptographic topics such as foundational theory and mathematics; the design, proposal, and analysis of cryptographic primitives and protocols; secure implementation and optimization in hardware or software; applied aspects of cryptography.
Learning Ransomware Response & Recovery
Ransomware attacks are no longer a question of if--they're a matter of when. With hackers increasingly targeting backup and disaster recovery (DR) systems, organizations need more than prevention strategies; they need a battle-tested plan for minimizing damage, forensically determining what's happened, and restoring their environment without paying the ransom. Renowned experts W. Curtis Preston and Dr. Mike Saylor offer a comprehensive guide to protecting critical systems and responding effectively when the worst happens. Whether you're a security professional who's unaware of how exposed your backup systems are or a backup admin in need of stronger security expertise, this book is your essential road map. With actionable advice, clear frameworks, and step-by-step guidance, it bridges the gap between data protection and cybersecurity--empowering teams to deliver decisive, effective responses when faced with ransomware. Prevent 90% of ransomware attacks with practical, simple steps Shield your backup systems from also being a victim of the attack Minimize the blast radius of attacks on your infrastructure Identify, isolate, and restore compromised systems with confidence Develop and test a detailed incident response plan
Comptia A+ Certmike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified!
Skip the fluff and quickly master the essentials with this accurate CompTIA A+ certification test prep In the second edition of CompTIA A+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! Core 1 Exam 220-1201, tech educator and expert Mike Chapple delivers a hands-on guide to efficiently and effectively preparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam. The book contains concise discussions of the mobile devices, networking technologies, hardware components, virtualization and cloud computing services, and troubleshooting techniques you'll need for the updated test and on a day-to-day basis at your job. Chapple covers all relevant technological advances in mobile, cloud, networking, and security that have taken place since publication of the first edition of this book. He also walks you through the material you need to know to succeed on the newly created 220-1201 exam. You'll use the proven CertMike approach to: Prepare--CertMike is your personal study coach, guiding you through all the exam objectives and helping you gain an understanding of how they apply to on-the-job tasks! Practice--Each chapter includes two multiple choice practice questions. Work through the detailed explanations to evaluate each answer option and understand the reason for the best answer! Pass--On exam day, use the critical knowledge you've learned when you're ready to take the test. You'll feel ready and confident to pass the exam and earn your certification! Laser-focused on starting and accelerating your IT technician career and ensuring your success on the A+ certification Core 1 exam, the book skips the fluff and familiarizes you with IT basics you'll use on the test and every day in your work. It also offers complimentary access to helpful online study tools, like a bonus practice exam and audio recordings of the CertMike Exam Essentials. The second edition of CompTIA A+ CertMike is perfect for anyone preparing for their A+ certification who wants to reduce test anxiety, boost their confidence, and get up to speed quickly and efficiently. It's also a great resource for hardware and PC technicians who want to reinforce foundational skills and upgrade their professional knowledge.
Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (Ccsk V5) Study Guide
As cloud technology becomes increasingly essential across industries, the need for thorough security knowledge and certification has never been more crucial. The Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) exam, globally recognized and highly respected, presents a formidable challenge for many. Author Graham Thompson offers you in-depth guidance and practical tools not only to pass the exam but also to grasp the broader implications of cloud security. This book is filled with real-world examples, targeted practice questions, and the latest on zero trust and AI security--all designed to mirror the actual exam. By reading this book, you will: Understand critical topics such as cloud architecture, governance, compliance, and risk management Prepare for the exam with chapter tips, concise reviews, and practice questions to enhance retention See the latest on securing different workloads (containers, PaaS, FaaS) and on incident response in the cloud Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary for significant career advancement in cloud security
Proceedings of 17th International Conference on Machine Learning and Computing
The Deep Learning AI Playbook
Just like any new technology, what perplexes many is the question of how to apply Deep Learning in a business context. Technology that is disruptive does not automatically imply that the development of valuable use cases are apparent. For years, many people could not figure out how to monetize the World Wide Web. We are in that same situation with Deep Learning AI. The developments are mind-boggling but the monetization is far from being obvious. Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence involves the interplay of Computer Science, Physics, Biology, Linguistics and Psychology. In addition to that, it is technology that can be extremely disruptive. Furthermore, the ramifications to society and even our own humanity can be immense. There are few subjects that are as captivating and as consequential as this. Surprisingly, there is very little that is written about this new technology in a more comprehensive and cohesive way. This book is an opinionated take on the developments of Deep Learning AI.
Microsoft 365 Excel All-In-One for Dummies
Get into the nitty gritty of Excel, the all-important spreadsheet tool Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies offers an all-new way to tackle data in Excel. Start with the basics of inputting, formatting, and organizing data and work your way to pro techniques that help with any career field or reason for using the app. Gain the skills to apply advanced formulas and functions, create stunning data visualizations, build dashboards and reports, and automate your spreadsheets. You'll also get a glimpse into how AI tools can boost your work. Eight mini-books come together in this expanded Excel reference. With Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies, you'll soon be the go-to Excel guru in your office or school. Learn the basics of Excel--organizing data, performing calculations, and formatting your spreadsheet. Use functions to handle advanced math and financial analysis. Create data visualizations and summaries to help tell your story Apply basic programming skills using VBA This book is perfect for professionals or students who need to up their Excel game with insight from pros who know the classic spreadsheet app inside and out.
Beyond the Canvas
This is the book senior designers wish they had five years ago.In Beyond the Canvas, Anna Przastek dismantles the myth that great design speaks for itself - and shows how to prove it with metrics that matter.From defining North-Star KPIs and avoiding vanity traps, to blending qualitative insights with big-data dashboards, this is a playbook for designers who want a seat at the decision-making table. Learn how to translate vision into measurable outcomes, run experiments with statistical confidence, and build scalable measurement systems through DesignOps and DataOps.Whether you're leading a design team, building your personal influence, or transforming a product's trajectory, this book gives you the frameworks, tools, and real-world tactics to connect creativity with impact - and never have your work undervalued again.
Quiver, don't Quake
The Creative Collaborator: How to Dance with AI Instead of Fear ItIn Quiver, don't Quake, Nadim Sadek shows how to partner with Allied Intelligence to amplify - not replace - your imagination. With a maker's voice and a psychologist's clarity, he reframes AI as a creative collaborator, liberating the creativity of all 8 billion people on Earth. Sadek gives you the tools to dance with it. Frameworks: the Spark-Draft-Polish creative loop; the Three C's (Context, Constraint, Conversation); Calibrated Trust.Playbooks and examples from publishing, film, music, games, architecture, medicine, advertising, and education.Processes to avoid slop: bias checks, provenance, ethics, authorship.Tactics to raise your RODE (Ratio of Dream to Effort).A hands-on sandbox project to build a live brand concept in hours.From studios to classrooms and city halls, he shows how The Panthropic - the distilled wisdom of us all - unlocks new voices, workflows and industries. Clear-eyed about bias, ethics and jobs, Sadek offers tools, cases and mindsets to create with confidence. If you create anything, this is your field guide to the new creative alliance.
Understanding Artificial Intelligence
"Understanding Artificial Intelligence: Fundamentals and Applications" is an essential resource designed for students, educators, and practitioners seeking a solid foundation in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This book aims to demystify core AI concepts such as machine learning, neural networks, data processing, and intelligent decision-making. It introduces fundamental theories alongside real-world examples to help readers grasp the evolving landscape of AI technologies. The book not only provides theoretical knowledge but also emphasizes practical implementations of AI across various domains including healthcare, robotics, education, and industry. With contributions from experienced academicians and researchers, it serves as a bridge between academic study and practical application-making it an ideal companion for learners and professionals who wish to understand and utilize the power of AI in solving real-life problems.
Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Systems
Over time, the concepts of cost, time, delivery, space, quality, durability, and price began to gain more significance in the emerging trends of information technology when it comes to solving managerial decision-making problems in supply chain models, transportation issues, inventory control issues, and related areas. In uncertain situations, competition is becoming more difficult by the day. For instance, a number of diverse aspects, such as the cost of manufacturing and one's degree of income, frequently influence consumer demand. In these situations, the demand is either still unmet or remarkably difficult to meet in the real-world market. Due to their numeric membership functions, fuzzy sets cannot always represent this uncertainty explicitly. However, it has been discovered that type two, random fuzzy, bifuzzy, and fuzzy random sets are more suited to account for intrinsic uncertainty. These various fuzzy systems are able to manage greater degrees of ambiguity in increasingly difficult real-world issues. However, it is crucial to employ optimization techniques in order to obtain the ideal design as diverse fuzzy systems grow more complicated to conceive. This Reprint highlights novel modeling techniques and fuzzy optimization strategies applied to real-world problems, including sustainable green supply chain systems, relief logistics under uncertainty, and cloud-based software prediction, alongside theoretical developments in fuzzy systems.
Algorithms for Games AI
Games have long been excellent benchmarks for AI algorithms for two reasons. Initially, games are developed to assess and challenge human intelligence, and the variety of games can provide a rich context for evaluating different cognitive and decision-making abilities. Secondly, addressing complex real-world challenges often requires repeated trial and error, which can be very costly. Games offer a low-cost or even zero-cost platform for validating various algorithms and solutions by simulating or emulating real-world scenarios. Algorithms initially developed for gaming are subsequently applied to various real-world problems, generating social benefits across all aspects of life. This Special Issue, entitled "Algorithms for Game AI", explores new and innovative approaches for addressing challenges in game AI. These approaches range from traditional algorithms like planning and searching to modern algorithms such as deep reinforcement learning. The papers in this Special Issue address both the theoretical and practical challenges of the application of these algorithms. This reprint presents eleven papers covering a wide range of game AI topics, including the quantification of non-transitivity in chess, the expressiveness of level generators in Super Mario Bros, Mahjong as a new game AI benchmark, new MARL algorithms to reduce Q-value bias, surveys of various AI algorithms in cyber defense, energy areas and games, the application of MCTS in Amazons, the application of deep reinforcement learning in autonomous vehicle driving, and the application of transformers in both offline RL and imitation learning.
Artificial Intelligence for Fault Detection and Diagnosis
Fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) is an important task in manufacturing and mechatronic systems for reducing costs and improving productivity. Traditionally, the states of machines and their faults are manually checked, a process which is time-consuming and expensive. Therefore, it is desirable to develop intelligent systems to achieve automatic FDD. Artificial intelligence as a concept covers a wide range of algorithms that mimic the human mind, thinking and acting like humans to solve important tasks in different fields. In recent years, many AI algorithms have been applied to FDD, including data processing, feature analysis, and classification. Typical methods include deep neural networks, long short-term memory, convolutional neural networks, random forest, and evolutionary computation. However, the potential of AI has not been comprehensively investigated in FDD. This remains a challenging task due to many factors, such as changeable equipment working states, incomplete information, a lack of sufficient training data, complex relationships between faults and symptoms, imbalanced data, and the requirement of having domain knowledge. This reprint is a collection of research regarding AI techniques applied to various FDD tasks.
UX Intelligence, AI Powered Research & Strategy
UX Intelligence, AI Powered Research & Strategy: Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence for Impactful Scalable UX offers a unique approach to the evolution of UX research. We are living in an age where technology-particularly artificial intelligence-offers unprecedented opportunities to enhance our research processes. From automating data analysis to conducting sentiment analysis on a massive scale, AI is reshaping the way we gather and interpret user data. This book doesn't shy away from these advancements; instead, it shows you how to harness these new tools while maintaining the core values of empathy and user-centered design.
Microsoft Power Bi Data Analyst Associate Study Guide
Passing the PL-300 exam with 2025 revisions isn't just about memorization--you need to thoroughly know the basic features of Power BI. However, data professionals must also apply best practices that make Power BI solutions scalable and future-proof. The first half of this go-to companion by Paul Turley provides complete coverage of the PL-300 exam objectives for desktop and self-service users, while the second half equips you with necessary best practices and practical skills for real-world success after the exam. Immerse yourself in exam prep, practice questions, and hands-on references for applying time-tested design patterns in Power BI. You'll learn how to transform raw data into actionable insights using Power Query, DAX, and dimensional modeling. Perfect for data analysts and business intelligence developers, this guide shows how Power BI fits into modern data platforms like Azure and Microsoft Fabric, preparing you for the exam and for the evolving world of data engineering. Understand PL-300 exam topics and key prep strategies Discover scalable, enterprise-grade Power BI solutions using best practices Learn how to correctly apply Power Query, DAX, and visualizations in real-world scenarios, with real business data Uncover how to build for scale See how Power BI fits into modern architectures like Azure and Microsoft Fabric
Multi-cloud FinOps Handbook
Multi-cloud has become a powerful strategy for businesses, but its complexity often leads to spiraling costs and inefficiencies. The key to unlocking its full potential lies in FinOps, a transformative framework that aligns technical and financial teams to drive strategic business value. This book explores the best practices and tools for managing costs and optimizing resources in a multi-cloud environment, using FinOps principles. This book is a definitive guide to learning financial operations in multi-cloud environments, offering insights into cost optimization, governance, and financial management. You will learn about our unique FOCUS paradigm and its application in financial planning and budgeting. It combines best practices, real-world strategies, and future-focused trends to help businesses maximize ROI, foster collaboration, and align cloud investments with organizational goals. By the end of this book, readers will gain the expertise to navigate complex multi-cloud environments with confidence, implementing FinOps strategies to drive cost efficiency, enhance collaboration, and ensure their cloud investments deliver maximum business value.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN● Learning the core principles of FinOps.● Exploring the future FinOps trends like AI, GreenOps, and decentralized governance.● Setting up the FinOps team and building a framework for spend efficiency.● Best practices for implementing effective multi-cloud cost optimization.● Fostering enterprise-wide ownership and accountability.● Govern multi-cloud environments by implementing the Inform, Optimize, Govern processes.● Maximizing ROI of cloud investments.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is for FinOps practitioners and professionals, CIOs, IT leaders, cloud architects and engineers, finance and accounting teams, cloud tool developers and vendors, enterprise leaders and executives, SMEs, startups, academics, and researchers.
Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems
This LNCS conference volume constitutes the proceedings of the 22nd International Symposium on Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems, W2GIS 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico, held during September 8-9, 2025. The 11 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 22 submissions. They are grouped into the following topics: Advances in Geospatial Artificial Intelligence: From Pixel-level Vision to Large-Language Models; Data-driven Urban Health & Safety: Environmental Exposure, Crime, and Disease Dynamics; Location Intelligence for Urban Resources, Mobility, and Commerce.
Advances in Cryptology - Crypto 2025
The 8-volume set LNCS 16000-16008 constitutes the proceedings of the 45th Annual International Cryptology Conference, CRYPTO 2025, which took place in Santa Barbara, CA, USA, during August 17-21, 2025. The total of 156 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 643 submissions. They focus on cryptographic topics such as foundational theory and mathematics; the design, proposal, and analysis of cryptographic primitives and protocols; secure implementation and optimization in hardware or software; applied aspects of cryptography.
Advances in Cryptology - Crypto 2025
The 8-volume set LNCS 16000-16008 constitutes the proceedings of the 45th Annual International Cryptology Conference, CRYPTO 2025, which took place in Santa Barbara, CA, USA, during August 17-21, 2025. The total of 156 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 643 submissions. They focus on cryptographic topics such as foundational theory and mathematics; the design, proposal, and analysis of cryptographic primitives and protocols; secure implementation and optimization in hardware or software; applied aspects of cryptography.
Advanced Computing Techniques in Engineering and Technology
This volume constitutes the proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Advanced Computing Techniques in Engineering & Technology, ACTET 2025, in Jaipur, India, during February 12-13, 2025. The 30 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 106 submissions. They focus on all aspects of distributed computing, machine learning, optimization algorithms, and interdisciplinary applications of computing technologies.
