Information Security and Privacy
This three-volume set in LNCS constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 30th Australasian Conference on Information Security and Privacy, ACISP 2025, held in Wollongong, NSW, Australia, during July 14-16, 2025. The 54 full papers, 6 short papers and 1 invited paper included in this book were carefully reviewed andselected from 181 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: symmetric-key cryptography and cryptanalysis; public-key encryption; digital signatures and zero knowledge; cryptographic protocols and blockchain; post-quantum cryptography; homomorphic encryption and applications; cryptographic foundations and number theory; privacy enhancing technologies; AI security and privacy; system security.
Establishing Security Operations Center
Cyber threats are everywhere and constantly evolving. Data breaches, ransomware, and phishing have become everyday news. This book offers concepts and practical insights for setting up and managing a security operations center. You will understand why SOCs are essential in the current cyber landscape, how to build one from scratch, and how it helps organizations stay protected 24/7.This book systematically covers the entire lifecycle of a SOC, beginning with cybersecurity fundamentals, the threat landscape, and the profound implications of cyber incidents. It will guide you through why SOCs are critical in today's cyber landscape, how to build one from the ground up, tools, roles, and real-life examples from the industry. The handling of security incidents before they turn into threats can be effective through this book. The entire ecosystem of management of security operations is covered to effectively handle and mitigate them. Upon completing this guide, you will possess a holistic understanding of SOC operations, equipped with the knowledge to strategically plan, implement, and continuously enhance your organization's cybersecurity posture, confidently navigating the complexities of modern digital defense. The book aims to empower the readers to take on the complexities of cybersecurity handling.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN● Understand SOC evolution, core domains like asset/compliance management, and modern frameworks.● Implement log management, SIEM use cases, and incident response lifecycles.● Leverage threat intelligence lifecycles and proactive threat hunting methodologies.● Adapt SOCs to AI/ML, cloud, and other emerging technologies for future resilience.● Integrate SOC operations with business continuity, compliance, and industry frameworks.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThe book serves as a guide for those who are interested in managing the facets of SOC. The responders at level 1, analysts at level 2, and senior analysts at level 3 can gain insights to refresh their understanding and provide guidance for career professionals. This book aims to equip professionals, from analysts to executives, with the knowledge to build scalable, resilient SOCs that are ready to confront emerging challenges.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Artificial Intelligence in Image Processing
Artificial Intelligence in Image Processing: Concepts, Techniques, and Applications provides a comprehensive exploration of how AI revolutionizes the field of digital imaging. It starts by tracing the evolution of image processing from manual techniques to advanced AI-driven methods. The book introduces foundational concepts in both image processing and AI, and covers key techniques including CNNs, GANs, RNNs, transfer learning, and autoencoders. It addresses core applications such as classification, segmentation, enhancement, 3D imaging, and medical diagnostics. Real-world case studies across healthcare, industry, and surveillance illustrate practical deployments. Ethical considerations, technical challenges, and future trends-including edge computing, AR/VR integration, and human-AI collaboration-are also examined, making this book an essential guide for students, researchers, and professionals in the AI and imaging domains.
Computer Networks
The book computer Networks provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts and principles of data communication and networking. It covers the fundamental components involved in data transmission, the various types of computer networks, and their architectures. The book introduces key protocols and standards and explains how data travels across different layers of the OSI and TCP/IP models. It explores physical transmission methods, error detection and correction techniques, switching methods, and multiple access strategies. It also delves into network layer functions such as routing and addressing, transport layer protocols like TCP and UDP, and application-level services including DNS, email, FTP, and web communication. Security mechanisms like PGP and SSH are also discussed. The book is structured to build foundational knowledge and is widely used in academic settings for undergraduate computer science and engineering courses.
Military Operations in Cyberspace
In the book cyberspace capabilities, threats, and attacks are described. The principles of the cyberspace operations' missions, characteristics, design, and planning are presented. The cybersecurity organizations and forces are reported. The bases of the decision-making process, operations execution, and targeting in cyberspace are formulated. The principles of cyberspace operations support, synchronization, and assessment are outlined. The role of cybersecurity in Homeland, critical infrastructure protection, and other operations is depicted. The cybersecurity strategy, guidance, and policy in the U.S., NATO, the European Community, and the Republic of Moldova are shown.The book is recommended for civil and military specialists from academic, scientific, and application levels, for license, master's, and PhD degree students.
Certified Ethical Hacker (Ceh) Study Guide
The CEH exam is not an enjoyable undertaking. This grueling, exhaustive, challenging, and taxing exam will either leave you better prepared to be the best cyber security professional you can be. But preparing for the exam itself needn't be that way. In this book, IT security and education professional Matt Walker will not only guide you through everything you need to pass the exam, but do so in a way that is actually enjoyable. The subject matter need not be dry and exhausting, and we won't make it that way. You should finish this book looking forward to your exam and your future. To help you successfully complete the CEH certification, this book will bring penetration testers, cybersecurity engineers, and cybersecurity analysts up to speed on: Information security and ethical hacking fundamentals Reconnaissance techniques System hacking phases and attack techniques Network and perimeter hacking Web application hacking Wireless network hacking Mobile, platform, IoT, and OT hacking Cloud computing Cryptography Penetration testing techniques Matt Walker is an IT security and education professional with more than 20 years of experience. He's served in a variety of cyber security, education, and leadership roles throughout his career.
Learning Serverless Security
Serverless computing now serves as a strategic backbone of modern cloud architectures, helping teams move faster and operate at scale. However, many still struggle to understand the security model of serverless computing. As more organizations migrate critical systems and sensitive data to the cloud using serverless architectures, this gap in serverless security knowledge increasingly exposes them to serious security incidents and data breaches. This practical guide covers offensive and defensive security techniques to audit and secure serverless applications running on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. You'll explore how to attack and defend vulnerable serverless applications using step-by-step instructions. By the end of this book, you'll understand how to prevent various serverless application attacks and privilege escalation techniques. Author Joshua Arvin Lat, chief technology officer at NuWorks Interactive Labs and an AWS AI Hero, shows you how to: Identify and address vulnerabilities within modern serverless applications Dive deeper into serverless security risks and threats Explore privilege escalation techniques in vulnerable-by-design serverless lab environments Configure authentication and identity services properly on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Implement security strategies and best practices to prevent serverless application attacks Audit serverless function code using security tools and strategies
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The fourteen-volume set LNCS 15886-15899 constitutes the papers of several workshops which were held in conjunction with the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
AI vs. Humanity - The Battle for Human Relevance
The AI revolution is here-will you adapt or be left behind? Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, automating jobs, and redefining what it means to be human. As AI advances at an unprecedented pace, one question remains: Where do we fit in?In this eye-opening book, certified AI consultant and strategist Christopher Uchenwa unpacks the challenges and opportunities of our AI-driven future. Discover: - How AI is transforming jobs, businesses, and everyday life- The biggest threats and ethical dilemmas AI presents- The key skills you need to stay relevant in an AI-powered world.- How businesses can harness AI for innovation and growthThis is more than a book about technology, it's your blueprint for thriving in the age of AI.
AI vs. Humanity - The Battle for Human Relevance
The AI revolution is here-will you adapt or be left behind? Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, automating jobs, and redefining what it means to be human. As AI advances at an unprecedented pace, one question remains: Where do we fit in?In this eye-opening book, certified AI consultant and strategist Christopher Uchenwa unpacks the challenges and opportunities of our AI-driven future. Discover: - How AI is transforming jobs, businesses, and everyday life- The biggest threats and ethical dilemmas AI presents- The key skills you need to stay relevant in an AI-powered world.- How businesses can harness AI for innovation and growthThis is more than a book about technology, it's your blueprint for thriving in the age of AI.
Privacy and Security for Large Language Models
As the deployment of AI technologies surges, the need to safeguard privacy and security in the use of large language models (LLMs) is more crucial than ever. Professionals face the challenge of leveraging the immense power of LLMs for personalized applications while ensuring stringent data privacy and security. The stakes are high, as privacy breaches and data leaks can lead to significant reputational and financial repercussions. This book serves as a much-needed guide to addressing these pressing concerns. Dr. Baihan Lin offers a comprehensive exploration of privacy-preserving and security techniques like differential privacy, federated learning, and homomorphic encryption, applied specifically to LLMs. With its hands-on code examples, real-world case studies, and robust fine-tuning methodologies in domain-specific applications, this book is a vital resource for developing secure, ethical, and personalized AI solutions in today's privacy-conscious landscape. By reading this book, you'll: Discover privacy-preserving techniques for LLMs Learn secure fine-tuning methodologies for personalizing LLMs Understand secure deployment strategies and protection against attacks Explore ethical considerations like bias and transparency Gain insights from real-world case studies across healthcare, finance, and more Examine the legal and cultural landscape of AI deployment
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025 Workshops
The 362 full papers, 37 short papers and 2 PHD showcase included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 1043 submissions. In addition, the conference consisted of 58 workshops, focusing on very topical issues of importance to science, technology and society: from new mathematical approaches for solving complex computational systems, to information and knowledge in the Internet of Things, new statistical and optimization methods, several Artificial Intelligence approaches, sustainability issues, smart cities and related technologies.
Unleashing the Power of Blockchain and Iot for Water Informatics
The vCISO Playbook
The vCISO Playbook: How Virtual CISOs Deliver Enterprise-Grade Cybersecurity to Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) Protect Your Data with a vCISO Working for Your Business The authors of this Guide have focused on two principal audiences: Small and Midsized Businesses (SMBs) and Virtual Chief Information Security Officers (vCISOs). vCISOs in this context may also be referred to as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). By extension, we include in our audience trusted professional advisers to SMBs, such as attorneys, investment bankers, and financial consultants. Our combined experience in cybersecurity and small business matters spans over 50 years, and we have concentrated on the intersection of the needs of SMBs with the capabilities of vCISOs. We are versed in the growing necessity of SMBs in the supply chains of critical infrastructure to demonstrate that they have taken steps to assure their ability to prevent or recover from cyber-attacks. Note that we have included two Appendices with public source information on the DHS/CISA list of the 16 critical infrastructure sectors, as well as SMBs' participation in their supply chains. Appendix 3 sets out the features of Beta Centauri℠, our proprietary program to create an efficient working relationship between SMBs and vCISOs. In Appendix 4, we have included summaries of four articles published recently in Cyber Defense Magazine on the stages of successful relationships between SMBs and vCISOs. Typically, SMBs have experienced a fundamental conflict between the importance of managing the risk of cyber attacks and the cost of having a full time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). To begin with, the basic techniques of cyber risk management can be overwhelming to owners and managers of SMBs; they are complex and tend to change quickly as new forms of attack and response develop. According to Bank of America's most recent Small Business Report, while 71% of small businesses report that they have digitally optimized their operations over the past 12 months, only 21% have added cybersecurity measures to their businesses. Of mid-sized businesses, 90% report that cybersecurity is a threat to their business, but only 63% are keeping software up to date, 60% are investing in digital security systems, and a paltry 50% are investing in employee security training [1]. Unfortunately, the myth persists that SMBs are too small to be targets for cyber criminals. On the contrary, they are often low-hanging fruit, with a combination of lax cybersecurity measures making them subject to existential threats by such attack modes as ransomware. According to a Microsoft report conducted by research firm Bredin, one-third of SMBs suffered a cyber attack during the past year (2024), with the average cost of each incident amounting to over $250,000.[2] The potential adverse impact of a ransomware attack or data breach can be devastating. It has been observed that it would have a similar effect on a company in the critical infrastructure supply chain as a provider of services requiring security clearances for employees. If a vital employee suffered an identity theft incident, they would be unable to access the government secure facility to carry out their work. [1] Bank of America. (2024). 2024 Business Owner Report. https: //business.bofa.com/en-us/content/2024-business-owner-report.html [2] https: //cdn-dynmedia-1.microsoft.com/is/content/microsoftcorp/microsoft/final/en-us/microsoft-brand/documents/SMBCybersecurity-Report-Final.pdf
You Have a New Memory
NATIONAL BESTSELLER An open-hearted interrogation of our digital selves, braiding cultural criticism, memoir, and narrative musings into an exploration of identity, girlhood, media, tech, nature and "finding the depth and beauty in the fucked-up world we live in" from a writer, artist, and influencer (Phoebe Bridgers). YOU HAVE A NEW MEMORY is a deeply human inventory of the digital sphere, a searing analysis of the present and a prescient assessment of the future. In her highly anticipated debut, Aiden Arata brings us raw reportage from the liminal space between online and offline worlds, illuminating how we got here and where to go next. With high-res, cosmic vision and razor-sharp wit, this kaleidoscopic collection of essays artfully explores what it means to exist on the internet. Arata exposes influencer grifts from the perspective of a grifter, digs into the alluring aesthetic numbness of stay-at-home girlfriend content creators, and interrogates our online fetishization of doom to grapple with the real-world apocalypse. Arata is the wry, unexpected voice we need to navigate existing simultaneously as creators, consumers, and products in our increasingly braver and newer world.
Artificial Intelligence Paradigms for Application Practice
This book proposes practical application paradigms for deep neural networks, aiming to establish best practices for their real-world implementation.
Wireless Sensor Network Security
Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) have expanded rapidly due to advances in communication technologies, offering diverse applications that benefit society. WSNs rely on interconnected sensor nodes and demand secure data transmission and resource access to ensure Quality of Service (QoS) in IoT systems. However, current systems often rely on single-layer security or classical cryptography, which are prone to attacks and lead to energy inefficiency from key management tasks. Biometric or fuzzy logic-based methods also fall short in optimizing security. A lightweight, secure, and durable paradigm for WSNs is crucial. We propose a high-efficiency routing system using Systematic-Random Linear Network Coding (S-RLNC), integrating multi-generation mixing, advanced pre-coding, and interleaving for secure, QoS- aware communication. Simulations show improved packet delivery, reduced redundancy, energy efficiency, and minimal packet loss. Additionally, a novel multi-factor authentication approach combining biometrics, time stamping, and RSA-assisted ECC enhances security and QoS with lower latency and higher delivery rates.
IoT Security using VHDL
Designing robust IoT security solutions using VHDL offers a pathway to hardware-level protection against various threats. VHDL allows developers to implement cryptographic algorithms like AES or RSA directly into the hardware, providing significantly faster and more energy-efficient encryption compared to software implementations. Furthermore, VHDL can be used to create secure boot mechanisms that verify the integrity of firmware during startup, preventing unauthorized code execution. Implementing access control mechanisms and authentication protocols in hardware using VHDL also strengthens security by reducing the attack surface vulnerable to software exploits. By leveraging the capabilities of VHDL, developers can create tamper-resistant and highly secure IoT devices that are difficult for malicious actors to compromise, ultimately fostering trust and reliability within connected ecosystems.
Computer Network LAB
Networking refers to the practice of connecting computers and other devices to share resources, exchange data, and communicate. It forms the backbone of modern communication and the internet, enabling everything from email and social media to cloud computing.Objectives of a Computer Network LabEducational: Provide hands-on experience with networking hardware and software.Research: Enable experimentation and development of new networking protocols and technologies.Testing: Allow for the simulation and analysis of network performance and security.Development: Support the creation and troubleshooting of network-based applications.
The Language of Machines
This book offers a clear, accessible guide to the inner workings and real-world impact of large language models (LLMs). As AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, understanding how LLMs generate human-like text is crucial for professionals across technology, education, policy, and more. The book covers core concepts in NLP and machine learning, while addressing ethical concerns like algorithmic bias, privacy, and automation's effects on employment. Through real-world case studies from organizations like OpenAI and DeepMind, it explores both the promise and risks of AI-powered communication tools. By connecting technological advancements with ethical and societal questions, The Language of Machines equips readers to engage thoughtfully with AI and its evolving role in shaping our world.
Energy and Throughput Optimization in NB-IoT Networks
This study aims to enhance energy efficiency and network throughput in Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) and Narrowband Cognitive Radio IoT (NB-CR-IoT) networks. A novel three-hop communication strategy is proposed, employing a double auction mechanism to optimize relay selection and extend the battery life of cell-edge NB-IoT users (CENUs). The approach is supported by the EENU-MWM algorithm, which ensures efficient and fair user matching. With the rapid proliferation of IoT devices, critical challenges such as spectrum congestion and hardware limitations for continuous sensing have emerged. To address these issues, the study introduces optimized sensing parameters and relay node selection strategies within NB-CR-IoT and Narrowband Cognitive Radio Internet of Medical Things (NB-CR-IoMT) frameworks. These enhancements improve overall data throughput while reducing transmission power consumption.
Self-Healing Networks and Resilient Architectures
This book explores the emerging paradigm of self-healing networks-digital infrastructures that can automatically detect, diagnose, and repair faults without human intervention. With growing reliance on uninterrupted connectivity across sectors like healthcare, smart cities, military, and autonomous systems, network resilience has become critical. The book explains key concepts such as fault tolerance, robustness, survivability, and adaptability, and shows how these are achieved through technologies like AI/ML, SDN, NFV, edge computing, blockchain, and digital twins. It outlines practical design principles for building networks that remain operational even in failure conditions, offering both theoretical foundations and real-world case studies. Written in an engaging, accessible style, the book serves as a guide for engineers, researchers, and decision-makers aiming to build intelligent, fault-tolerant, and highly available network systems.
Navigating the Digital Maze
Navigating the Digital Maze-Social Media, Mental Health, and Safety is a guide to the connections between social media, mental health, and safety. It goes on to explore the impact social media has had on mental health since the rise of YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, providing tips for healthy social media consumption with a focus on authenticity, equanimity, and moderation. The book addresses some of today's most pressing topics-cyberbullying, trolling, body-shaming-and provides proven prevention and coping strategies for teens. It also highlights the contribution parents, educators, and therapists must make for the maintenance of a safe digital world, along with chapters on self-care methods such as journaling and mindfulness. Navigating the Digital Maze gives readers the knowledge needed to navigate their online presence and form helpful online communities to lead a more healthy, balanced digital life.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025
The three-volumes LNCS 15648, 15649, 15650 set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications - ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 71 full papers, 6 short papers, and 1 PHD showcase paper were carefully reviewed and selected from 269 submissions. The papers have been organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Computational Methods, Algorithms and Scientific Applications; High Performance Computing and Networks; Geometric Modeling, Graphics and Visualization; Advanced and Emerging Applications; Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning. Part II: Information Systems and Technologies; Part III: Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning; PHD Showcase Paper; Short papers.
Learning Kubernetes Security - Second Edition
Get practical, hands-on experience in Kubernetes security-from mastering the fundamentals to implementing advanced techniques to safeguard your Kubernetes deployments against malicious threatsKey Features: - Understand Kubernetes security fundamentals through real-world examples of threat actor tactics- Navigate the complexities of securing container orchestration with practical, expert insights- Deploy multiple Kubernetes components, plugins, and third-party tools to proactively defend against cyberattacks- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: With readily available services, support, and tools, Kubernetes has become a foundation for digital transformation and cloud-native development, but it brings significant security challenges such as breaches and supply chain attacks.This updated edition equips you with defense strategies to protect your applications and infrastructure while understanding the attacker mindset, including tactics like container escapes and exploiting vulnerabilities to compromise clusters. The author distills his 25+ years of experience to guide you through Kubernetes components, architecture, and networking, addressing authentication, authorization, image scanning, resource monitoring, and traffic sniffing. You'll implement security controls using third-party plugins (krew) and tools like Falco, Tetragon, and Cilium. You'll also secure core components, such as the kube-apiserver, CoreDNS, and kubelet, while hardening images, managing security contexts, and applying PodSecurityPolicy. Through practical examples, the book teaches advanced techniques like redirecting traffic from misconfigured clusters to rogue pods and enhances your support incident response with effective cluster monitoring and log analysis.By the end of the book, you'll have a solid grasp of container security as well as the skills to defend your clusters against evolving threats.What You Will Learn: - Implement Kubernetes security best practices, from threat detection to network protection- Build strong security layers and controls using core Kubernetes components- Apply theory through hands-on labs to secure Kubernetes systems step by step- Use security plugins and open-source tools to help mitigate container-based threats- Set up monitoring and logging to quickly detect and respond to cybersecurity threats- Analyze attacker tactics to build stronger cluster defense strategiesWho this book is for: This book is for DevOps and Platform teams managing Kubernetes environments. As security is a shared responsibility, it also addresses on-premises and cloud security professionals, as well as beginner and advanced incident responders. No expert knowledge is required; a basic tech background is all you need as this book covers Kubernetes fundamentals and security principles, delivering practical insights for anyone looking to stay current with modern tech and strengthen their security skills.Table of Contents- Kubernetes Architecture- Kubernetes Networking- Threat Modeling- Applying the Principle of Least Privilege in Kubernetes- Configuring Kubernetes Security Boundaries- Securing Cluster Components- Authentication, Authorization, and Admission Control- Securing Pods- Shift Left (Scanning, SBOM, and CI/CD)- Real-Time Monitoring and Observability- Security Monitoring and Log Analysis- Defense in Depth- Kubernetes Vulnerabilities and Container Escapes- Third-Party Plugins for Securing Kubernetes
Navigating the Digital Maze
Navigating the Digital Maze-Social Media, Mental Health, and Safety is a guide to the connections between social media, mental health, and safety. It goes on to explore the impact social media has had on mental health since the rise of YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, providing tips for healthy social media consumption with a focus on authenticity, equanimity, and moderation. The book addresses some of today's most pressing topics-cyberbullying, trolling, body-shaming-and provides proven prevention and coping strategies for teens. It also highlights the contribution parents, educators, and therapists must make for the maintenance of a safe digital world, along with chapters on self-care methods such as journaling and mindfulness. Navigating the Digital Maze gives readers the knowledge needed to navigate their online presence and form helpful online communities to lead a more healthy, balanced digital life.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025
The three-volumes LNCS 15648, 15649, 15650 set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications - ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 71 full papers, 6 short papers, and 1 PHD showcase paper were carefully reviewed and selected from 269 submissions. The papers have been organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Computational Methods, Algorithms and Scientific Applications; High Performance Computing and Networks; Geometric Modeling, Graphics and Visualization; Advanced and Emerging Applications; Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning. Part II: Information Systems and Technologies; Part III: Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning; PHD Showcase Paper; Short papers.
Computational Science and Its Applications - Iccsa 2025
The three-volumes LNCS 15648, 15649, 15650 set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications - ICCSA 2025, held in Istanbul, Turkey, during June 30-July 3, 2025. The 71 full papers, 6 short papers, and 1 PHD showcase paper were carefully reviewed and selected from 269 submissions. The papers have been organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Computational Methods, Algorithms and Scientific Applications; High Performance Computing and Networks; Geometric Modeling, Graphics and Visualization; Advanced and Emerging Applications; Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning. Part II: Information Systems and Technologies; Part III: Information Systems and Technologies; Urban and Regional Planning; PHD Showcase Paper; Short papers.
Social First Brands
As platforms come and go, features fall in and out of fashion and consumer preferences change, brands need to understand how to build social media strategies that transcend trends and create genuine connection. In Social First Brands, expert Tom Miner explores how brands who put their social media front and center in their marketing efforts are reaping the benefits, building genuine communities with their customers and developing true brand loyalty. With many brands seeing social media solely as a way to mass promote their products, brands who really put social at the front and center are able to connect with consumers in authentic ways creating audience empathy and emotional resonance. By understanding how social media speaks to human behavior, brands who put social first are able to move beyond quick wins and hacks and create genuine connections and conversations between brand and customer delivering real value. From understanding the steps for creating a social media strategy that is bespoke, choosing and developing the right personality for your brand on social media or understanding how to create content that is consistent, this book covers everything you need to know to ensure your brand's socials generate loyal fans. With real-world examples from companies such as Crocs, Stanley, Funko and Ryanair, use this book to ensure your social media strategy creates real impact.
Computers and Their Applications
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 40th International Conference on Computers and Their Applications, CATA 2025, which took place in San Francisco, CA, USA, during March 17-18, 2025. The 19 papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 38 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: Algorithms and AI;M machine learning and data mining; and security and networking.
Social First Brands
How can you build a social media strategy that outlasts trends and delivers real impact? Social First Brands is a practical guide for mid-career marketing professionals who want to develop strategies that create authentic connections, strengthen brand credibility and drive measurable results. Written by social media expert Tom Miner, it shares proven frameworks, examples and actionable tools from brands like Crocs, Stanley, Funko, and Ryanair. By showing how leading companies put social media at the heart of their marketing, this book equips you to move beyond quick wins and hacks to build strategies grounded in human behavior and long-term value. You will learn how to: - Develop a bespoke social media strategy aligned with brand principles- Build communities that foster loyalty and advocacy- Define and apply a distinctive, consistent brand personality online- Optimize content to resonate across audiences and platforms With detailed chapters, real-world examples and clear implementation steps, Social First Brands helps you apply proven principles to elevate your brand presence, strengthen customer relationships and advance your career impact. Themes include: strategy, principles, social media optimization, brand personality, audience engagement, community building
Prompting Made Simple
UNLOCK THE POWER OF WORDS IN THE AGE OF AIYou don't need to code, you just need to know how to ask the right questions.Prompting Made Simple is your essential guide to mastering the most valuable new skill of the 21st century: communicating with AI.Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, teacher, or just curious about AI, this book gives you the keys to unlock superhuman productivity, creativity, and decision-making, using the right words at the right time.Inside, you'll discover: Proven prompt frameworks to get exactly what you want from ChatGPT and other AIsReal-world examples for business, education, writing, coding, and moreTime-saving shortcuts and expert techniques for beginners and pros alikePitfalls to avoid, and how to future-proof your skills in the AI eraThink of ChatGPT like a genie. Your wish is its command, if you know how to ask.Written by bestselling author of AI Made Simple, and AI advisor Rajeev Kapur, Prompting Made Simple doesn't just teach you how to talk to AI, it teaches you how to think in the age of AI.Prompting Made Simple makes AI easy, useful, and fun. You'll learn how to: Write better emails, plan smarter vacations, and organize your lifeGet AI to brainstorm, tutor, troubleshoot, and write with youUse real-world prompts that work right out of the boxIt's like having a tech-savvy best friend on call 24/7 that is fast, practical, and sometimes laugh-out-loud surprising.If AI Made Simple opened the door, Prompting Made Simple hands you the keys.
6gn for Future Wireless Networks
This volume set constitutes the proceedings of the 7th EAI International Conference on 6GN for Future Wireless Networks, 6GN 2024, held in Chongqing, China, in October 19-20, 2024. The 18 papers included in these proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from50 submissions.They focus on the following topical sections such as Wireless Control and Network Optimization; Edge Computing and Resource Allocation; Intelligent Systems and Simulation; Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy.
Introduction to Modern Cryptography
Introduction to Modern Cryptography is the most relied-upon source in the field. The book provides a mathematically rigorous yet accessible treatment of this fascinating subject. This is an updated edition of the most widely used introduction to cryptography textbook.
High-Speed Large Capacity Optical Fiber Communications
This book systematically explores the synergistic integration of multidimensional modulation and coding technology, extend wavelength division multiplexing, space division multiplexing (SDM) and signal processing techniques to unlock unprecedented transmission capacities. From foundational principles to experimental validations, this book bridges theoretical concepts with practical implementations, offering a holistic view of scalable solutions for next-generation optical networks. Delving into both established and emerging paradigms, this book develops the key technology of improving the capacity of the transmission. It covers hybrid concatenated coding schemes, multi-carrier generation or multi-band transmission in achieving terabit-scale throughputs. This book also examines the role of self-homodyne coherent systems, SDM transmission system and the channel damage compensation algorithms, illustrates the real-world applicability of these technologies. The concluding chapter synthesizes key advancements and anticipates future challenges, positioning this book as an indispensable resource for researchers, engineers and graduate students seeking to advance the frontiers of high-speed, high-capacity optical communications.
The CISO 3.0
The CISO 3.0 isn't just a book; it's a roadmap for the next generation of cybersecurity leadership. In an era where cyber threats are more sophisticated and the stakes are higher than ever, CISOs can no longer rely solely on technical expertise.
