Microsoft Defender for Identity in Depth
Become an MDI expert and transform your IT security with advanced identity protection strategies to safeguard against evolving cyber threatsKey Features: - Optimize configurations for peak security performance by tailoring detection thresholds- Leverage real-world insights and case studies to improve threat detection and response strategies- Establish a strong ITDR defense with Microsoft Defender for Identity- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: Written by a recognized cybersecurity expert, Microsoft Defender for Identity in Depth not only lays the groundwork for deploying and managing MDI, but also takes your knowledge to expert levels, enabling you to strengthen your organization against the most advanced cyber threats.You'll familiarize yourself with the essentials of MDI, from seamless setup to leveraging PowerShell for automation, setting the stage for exploring advanced integrations and capabilities. Through practical, real-world examples, you'll learn how to extend MDI's reach by using APIs and conducting proactive threat hunting with KQL to turn insights into actions.The book gradually shifts focus to operational excellence, helping you develop expertise in investigating alerts, optimizing action accounts, and troubleshooting, which will empower you to master the building and maintenance of a robust ITDR framework and strengthen your security posture.By the end of this book, you'll be able to harness the full potential of MDI's functionalities, positioning you as a key player in your organization's cybersecurity defenses.What You Will Learn: - Ensure a secure and efficient MDI setup for peak defense capabilities- Unlock automation with PowerShell scripting magic- Seamlessly blend MDI with AD CS, AD FS, and Entra Connect- Expand MDI's reach and impact through APIs- Pioneer advanced threat hunting with KQL expertise in Defender XDR- Craft expert, strategic responses to security alerts- Optimize action accounts for maximum agility- Establish a robust and rigid ITDR frameworkWho this book is for: If you're an IT or security professional looking to enhance your cybersecurity skills, especially in identity protection and threat management with Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI), then this book is for you. It's perfect for system administrators, cybersecurity analysts, and cloud engineers who want to strengthen their expertise in MDI. A basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, as well as familiarity with Microsoft environments and Active Directory are recommended prerequisites for maximizing your learning experience.Table of Contents- Introduction to Microsoft Defender for Identity- Setting up Microsoft Defender for Identity- Leveraging MDI PowerShell for Automation and Management- Integrating MDI with AD FS, AD CS, and Entra Connect- Extending MDI Capabilities Through APIs- Mastering KQL for Advanced Threat Detection in MDI- Investigating and Responding to Security Alerts- Utilizing MDI Action Accounts Effectively- Building a Resilient Identity Threat Detection and Response Framework- Navigating Challenges: MDI Troubleshooting and Optimization
Mastering Cybersecurity
In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyber defender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.
Mastering Cybersecurity
In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyber defender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.
Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices
With a focus on AI-based cybersecurity opportunities and issues in industrial IoT, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively investigate and mitigate cyber threats in the age of smart devices. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices is essential reading for anyone involved in cybersecurity.
AI Engineering
Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use. Everyone, including those with minimal or no prior AI experience, can now leverage AI models to build applications. In this book, author Chip Huyen discusses AI engineering: the process of building applications with readily available foundation models. The book starts with an overview of AI engineering, explaining how it differs from traditional ML engineering and discussing the new AI stack. The more AI is used, the more opportunities there are for catastrophic failures, and therefore, the more important evaluation becomes. This book discusses different approaches to evaluating open-ended models, including the rapidly growing AI-as-a-judge approach. AI application developers will discover how to navigate the AI landscape, including models, datasets, evaluation benchmarks, and the seemingly infinite number of use cases and application patterns. You'll learn a framework for developing an AI application, starting with simple techniques and progressing toward more sophisticated methods, and discover how to efficiently deploy these applications. Understand what AI engineering is and how it differs from traditional machine learning engineering Learn the process for developing an AI application, the challenges at each step, and approaches to address them Explore various model adaptation techniques, including prompt engineering, RAG, fine-tuning, agents, and dataset engineering, and understand how and why they work Examine the bottlenecks for latency and cost when serving foundation models and learn how to overcome them Choose the right model, dataset, evaluation benchmarks, and metrics for your needs Chip Huyen works to accelerate data analytics on GPUs at Voltron Data. Previously, she was with Snorkel AI and NVIDIA, founded an AI infrastructure startup, and taught Machine Learning Systems Design at Stanford. She's the author of the book Designing Machine Learning Systems, an Amazon bestseller in AI. AI Engineering builds upon and is complementary to Designing Machine Learning Systems (O'Reilly).
A Graph Theoretical Approach to Pruning Deep Neural Networks
Bachelor Thesis from the year 2024 in the subject Computer Sciences - Artificial Intelligence, grade: 100/100, Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) (Economics), course: Business Information Systems - Data Science, language: English, abstract: Large machine learning models, such as language models, have garnered increased attention due to their evolving capabilities. However, their performance gains are accompanied by growing sizes and deployment costs, necessitating effective inference optimization techniques. This thesis proposes MLP-Rank, a novel method utilizing centrality measures from graph theory to prune artificial neural networks, which reduces both computational requirements and the memory footprint of the model. Specifically, we devise a method for creating a weighted directed a cyclical graph representation of multilayer perceptron models, upon which the weighted PageRank centrality measure is applied to compute node importance scores. Subsequently, the model undergoes pruning based on these scores, resulting in structured sparsity patterns in parameter matrices. Furthermore, we introduce a new implementation of weighted PageRank, tailored to the structure of neural network models, facilitating convergence within a single power iteration and ensuring efficient computational complexity for MLP-Rank. We provide theoretical derivations and proofs underpinning the effectiveness of MLP-Rank pruning, along with extensive empirical evaluations comparing it to established baseline methods. MLP-Rank demonstrates superior performance over methods relying on random scores, L1-norm, activations, and structured Wanda in the majority of comparisons. Notably, it achieves the average high-est accuracy retention across all experiments.
Theory of Cryptography
The four-volume set LNCS 15364-15367 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Theory of Cryptography, TCC 2024, held in Milan, Italy, in December 2024. The total of 68 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 172 submissions. They focus on topics such as: proofs; math and foundations; consensus and messaging; quantum; kolmogorov and OWFs; encryption; quantum and black-box separations; authentication and sequentiality; obfuscation and homomorphism; multi-party computation; information-theoretic cryptography; and secret sharing.
Public Key Cryptosystems
This book is a short book about public key cryptosystems, digital signature algorithms, and their basic cryptanalysis which are provided at a basic level so that it can be easy to understand for the undergraduate engineering students who can be defined as the core audience.
Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices
With a focus on AI-based cybersecurity opportunities and issues in industrial IoT, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively investigate and mitigate cyber threats in the age of smart devices. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices is essential reading for anyone involved in cybersecurity.
Performance Parameters and QoS in Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is an internet-based model that delivers shared resources, software, and data to devices on demand, much like a public utility. It uses remote servers to manage data and applications, allowing users to access files and run software without local installation. This infrastructure outperforms traditional service models by offering reduced upfront costs, scalability, and high fault tolerance. Companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft have been quick to adopt cloud systems due to their established dominance.A key challenge in cloud computing is efficient service scheduling. Effective scheduling ensures high Quality of Service (QoS) by managing multiple workflows dynamically. This book provides the common algorithms used in scheduling of tasks which majorly affects the Quality of Service in Cloud Computing.
AI Product Manager’s Handbook - Second Edition
Blending strategic frameworks, real-world case studies, and cutting-edge AI insights, this guide equips product managers with the tools to navigate challenges, drive innovation, and build scalable, high-impact AI products.Key Features: - Gain insights into AI product discovery, market fit, and execution through structured frameworks.- Learn to translate complex AI capabilities into real-world solutions that drive value.- Understand ethical AI, bias mitigation, and compliance to build responsible AI products.- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.Book Description: AI is rapidly transforming product management, presenting new challenges and business opportunities. As AI-driven solutions become more complex, product managers must bridge the gap between technological capabilities and business needs. This book provides a detailed roadmap for successfully building and maintaining AI-driven products, serving as an indispensable companion on your journey to becoming an effective AI product manager. In this second edition, you'll find fresh insights into generative AI, and responsible AI practices with the most relevant tools for building AI-powered products.Authored by a leading AI product expert with years of hands-on experience in developing and managing AI solutions, this guide translates complex AI concepts into actionable strategies. Whether you're an aspiring AI PM or an experienced professional, this book offers a structured approach to defining AI product vision, leveraging data effectively, and aligning AI with business objectives. With new case studies and refined frameworks, this edition provides deeper insights into ethical AI, cross-functional collaboration, and deployment challenges.By the end of this book, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to drive AI product success with key techniques for identifying AI opportunities and managing risks in a rapidly evolving landscape.What You Will Learn: - Plan your AI PM roadmap and navigate your career with clarity and confidence- Gain a foundational understanding of AI/ML capabilities- Align your product strategy, nurture your team, and navigate the ongoing challenges of cost, tech, compliance, and risk management- Identify pitfalls and green flags for optimal commercialization- Separate hype from reality and identify quick wins for AI enablement and GenAI- Understand how to develop and manage both native and evolving AI products- Benchmark product success from a holistic perspectiveWho this book is for: This book is tailored for aspiring and experienced product managers, AI strategists, and business leaders aiming to integrate AI into their products. A foundational understanding of AI is expected and reinforced throughout the book. It is particularly valuable for professionals looking to bridge AI and business strategy, optimize AI/ML applications, and drive data-informed decision-making. Engineers, designers, and executives seeking to align AI capabilities with user needs and market demands will also benefit from the insights and real-world case studies on building scalable AI products.Table of Contents- Understanding the Infrastructure and Tools for Building AI Products- Model Development and Maintenance for AI Products- Deep Learning Deep Dive- Commercializing AI Products- AI Transformation and Its Impact on Product Management- Understanding the AI-Native Product- Productizing the ML Service- Customization for Verticals, Customers, and Peer Groups- Product Design for the AI-Native Product- Benchmarking Performance, Growth Hacking, and Cost(N.B. Please use the Read Sample option to see further chapters)
Wordpress Website
This book is addressed to readers who are ready and intend to start creating their own wordpress website.It is assumed that this does not require special technical training, just general knowledge and initial awareness of the nature and composition of the tasks to be solved.First, we are talking about novice bloggers, webmasters, and future website owners who intend to create a website independently or with a little help from professional specialists. Inside this guide, you'll discover: A thorough introduction to wordpress and elementor, including their features and benefitsStep-by-step tutorials for installing and configuring wordpress and elementorDesigning captivating web pages using elementor's intuitive interface and powerful widgetsCustomizing your website's appearance with elementor's style settings and advanced optionsThe difference of this book is that it does not require any prior knowledge in web programming, because wordpress allows anyone to create their own website without the need to know how to program. Wordpress offers simplified methods to create complete websites with management done through a control panel. The book explains step by step how to use these features and how to customize the site according to the preferences of the reader. With no code (but if you want some code, the sky is the limit.
Generative AI for Financial Services
DESCRIPTION Generative AI for Financial Services is a book targeted at any AI practitioner who wants to understand how generative AI works on a fundamental level and extend that learning to risks, challenges, and opportunities in regulated industries like financial services. This book explores generative AI and its applications in financial services. It starts by explaining key concepts, differences from traditional AI, and the generative AI lifecycle. Readers learn about foundation models, transfer learning, and implementation strategies, including fine-tuning and training models. Practical use cases like improving customer experiences, automating ESG analysis, and optimizing contact centers are covered. The book also addresses challenges like model bias, ethics, and compliance while focusing on building trustworthy AI with fairness and accountability. Finally, it highlights MLOps and FMOps for efficient AI model deployment and management in production environments.By the end of this book, you will be well-equipped to navigate the exciting world of generative AI and confidently apply its transformative potential within the financial services landscape.KEY FEATURES ● Evolve from a generative AI enthusiast to an advanced practitioner in generative AI.● Learn effective ways of building generative AI solutions for financial services.● Become familiar with the upcoming trends in generative AI space.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN● Learn about popular use-cases, challenges, risks in financial services, and how to overcome those.● Learn how to launch and scale generative AI applications in regulated environments like financial services, expanding from tens to thousands of use cases.● Understand the operational aspects of AI, including MLOps and FMOps.● Address challenges and ethical considerations in AI implementation.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is suitable for generative AI engineers, prompt engineers, ML engineers, data scientists, AI/ML, and technical leaders in financial services.
Public Key Cryptosystems
This book is a short book about public key cryptosystems, digital signature algorithms, and their basic cryptanalysis which are provided at a basic level so that it can be easy to understand for the undergraduate engineering students who can be defined as the core audience.
Theory of Cryptography
The four-volume set LNCS 15364-15367 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Theory of Cryptography, TCC 2024, held in Milan, Italy, in December 2024. The total of 68 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 172 submissions. They focus on topics such as: proofs; math and foundations; consensus and messaging; quantum; kolmogorov and OWFs; encryption; quantum and black-box separations; authentication and sequentiality; obfuscation and homomorphism; multi-party computation; information-theoretic cryptography; and secret sharing.
Theory of Cryptography
The four-volume set LNCS 15364-15367 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Theory of Cryptography, TCC 2024, held in Milan, Italy, in December 2024. The total of 68 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 172 submissions. They focus on topics such as: proofs; math and foundations; consensus and messaging; quantum; kolmogorov and OWFs; encryption; quantum and black-box separations; authentication and sequentiality; obfuscation and homomorphism; multi-party computation; information-theoretic cryptography; and secret sharing.
The Genesis of a Techno-Civilization
The Genesis of a Techno-Civilization: An Era ofTransformationThe Genesis of a Techno-Civilization: An Era of Transformation, authored by visionarythinker Gwen Swan, offers a profound exploration of the transformative synergy betweenArtificial General Intelligence (AGI), Artificial Superintelligence (ASI), and blockchain technology.Swan masterfully examines how these revolutionary advancements are reshaping industries, societal norms, and the very essence of global civilization. At the heart of this transformation liesa groundbreaking paradigm-Techno-Civilization-a world where interconnected intelligenceand decentralized trust propel humanity into uncharted realms of progress.Gwen Swan guides readers through the historical evolution and technological milestones of AGIand blockchain, shedding light on their potential to transcend human limitations and encodetrust directly into digital infrastructures. The Genesis of a Techno-Civilization introduces thisvisionary concept as the blueprint for a future where innovation drives profound societal shiftsand unlocks unprecedented possibilities.From precision medicine and decentralized finance to smart cities and sustainable technologies, the book showcases real-world applications that underscore the transformative impact of thesetechnologies. Through insightful analysis and compelling case studies, Swan examines howAGI and blockchain are revolutionizing governance, privacy, identity management, andsustainability. She thoughtfully addresses the ethical dilemmas, societal challenges, and thecritical need for equitable access to the benefits of these technological advancements.Blending bold, future-oriented perspectives with actionable insights, Gwen Swan crafts a guidethat resonates with technologists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics, and curious minds.The book equips readers to engage with the complexities of Techno-Civilization while embracingits responsibilities and opportunities.More than just a technical analysis, The Genesis of a Techno-Civilization is Swan's compellingmanifesto for humanity's role in shaping an era defined by innovation, inclusivity, andcollaboration. As we stand at the brink of transformative change, Swan offers a roadmap tonavigate this epoch, fostering an understanding of how to thrive in the dawn of this extraordinaryage. It is an essential companion for anyone seeking to comprehend and influence the future atthe intersection of intelligence and decentralization.
Cognitive Computing - ICCC 2024
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Cognitive Computing, ICCC 2024, Held as Part of the Services Conference Federation, SCF 2024, held in Bangkok, Thailand, during November 16-19, 2024. The 6 full papers and 2 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 10 submissions. They were organized in topical sections as follows: research track; application track; and short paper track.
Financial Cryptography and Data Security. FC 2024 International Workshops
This book constitutes the proceedings of the workshops that have been held in conjunction with the 28th International Conference on Financial Cryptography, FC 2024, which took place in Willemstad, Cura癟ao, during March 4-8, 2024. The total of 23 papers included in this book stem from the following workshops: 9th Workshop on Advances in Secure Electronic Voting Schemes (Voting 2024), focusing on secure voting protocols, has accepted 5 papers out of 13 submissions; 4th Workshop on Decentralized Finance (DeFI 2024), focusing on decentralized finance and a blockchain powered peer-to-peer financial system, has received 32 submissions and accepted 4 papers for inclusion in this book 8th Workshop on Trusted Smart Contracts (WTSC 2024), dealing with smart contracts and other decentralised applications, accepted 5 papers from 11 submissions; and the 5th Workshop on Coordination of Decentralized Finance (CoDecFin 2024), discussing multi-disciplinary issues regarding technologies and operations of decentralized finance based on permissionless blockchain, has accepted 8 full and 1 short paper from 15 submissions.
Cybersecurity
This book gives a complete introduction to cybersecurity and its many subdomains. It's unique by covering both technical and governance aspects of cybersecurity and is easy to read with 150 full color figures. There are also exercises and study cases at the end of each chapter, with additional material on the book's website. The numerous high-profile cyberattacks being reported in the press clearly show that cyberthreats cause serious business risks. For this reason, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for global politics, national security, organizations as well for individual citizens. While cybersecurity has traditionally been a technological discipline, the field has grown so large and complex that proper governance of cybersecurity is needed. The primary audience for this book is advanced level students in computer science focusing on cybersecurity and cyber risk governance. The digital transformation of society also makes cybersecurity relevant in many other disciplines, hence this book is a useful resource for other disciplines, such as law, business management and political science. Additionally, this book is for anyone in the private or public sector, who wants to acquire or update their knowledge about cybersecurity both from a technological and governance perspective.
Theory of Cryptography
The four-volume set LNCS 15364-15367 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Theory of Cryptography, TCC 2024, held in Milan, Italy, in December 2024. The total of 68 full papers presented in the proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 172 submissions. They focus on topics such as: proofs; math and foundations; consensus and messaging; quantum; kolmogorov and OWFs; encryption; quantum and black-box separations; authentication and sequentiality; obfuscation and homomorphism; multi-party computation; information-theoretic cryptography; and secret sharing.
Natural Language Processing and Knowledge Representation
The essays in this interdisciplinary book cover a range of implementations and designs, from formal computational models to large-scale NL processing systems.Natural language (NL) refers to human language--complex, irregular, diverse, with all its philosophical problems of meaning and context. Setting a new direction in AI research, this book explores the development of knowledge representation and reasoning (KRR) systems that simulate the role of NL in human information and knowledge processing. Traditionally, KRR systems have incorporated NL as an interface to an expert system or knowledge base that performed tasks separate from NL processing. As this book shows, however, the computational nature of representation and inference in NL makes it the ideal level for all tasks in an intelligent computer system. NL processing combines the qualitative characteristics of human knowledge processing with a computer's quantitative advantages, allowing for in-depth, systematic processing of vast amounts of information. The essays in this interdisciplinary book cover a range of implementations and designs, from formal computational models to large-scale NL processing systems.ContributorsSyed S. Ali, Bonnie J. Dorr, Karen Ehrlich, Robert Givan, Susan M. Haller, Sanda Harabagiu, Chung Hee Hwang, Lucja Iwanska, Kellyn Kruger, Naveen Mata, David A. McAllester, David D. McDonald, Susan W. McRoy, Dan Moldovan, William J. Rapaport, Lenhart Schubert, Stuart C. Shapiro, Clare R. Voss
OpenJS Node.js Application Developer (JSNAD) Certification Guide
AI in Business
While many companies have already begun their journey towards high automation and AI-powered operations, the landscape continues to shift rapidly. This fully revised and extended new edition explores the ever-evolving landscape of AI in business, towards the autonomous enterprise. Building on the success of the first edition, this book equips corporate decision-makers and IT managers with the knowledge to navigate this dynamic environment, including the latest developments in generative and agentic AI. This book explains the opportunities and risks that the autonomous enterprise presents and how best to navigate the shifting competitive landscape on their journey of change. This book is your guide to AI innovation, presenting key concepts in real world contexts, covering the art of the possible today and providing glimpses into the future of business.
Generative AI on Google Cloud with LangChain
Turn challenges into opportunities by learning advanced techniques for text generation, summarization, and question answering using LangChain and Google Cloud toolsDRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*Key Features: - Solve real-world business problems with hands-on examples of GenAI applications on Google Cloud- Learn repeatable design patterns for Gen AI on Google Cloud with a focus on architecture and AI ethics- Build and implement GenAI agents and workflows, such as RAG and NL2SQL, using LangChain and Vertex AI- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: The rapid transformation and enterprise adoption of GenAI has created an urgent demand for developers to quickly build and deploy AI applications that deliver real value. Written by three distinguished Google AI engineers and LangChain contributors who have shaped Google Cloud's integration with LangChain and implemented AI solutions for Fortune 500 companies, this book bridges the gap between concept and implementation, exploring LangChain and Google Cloud's enterprise-ready tools for scalable AI solutions.You'll start by exploring the fundamentals of LLMs and how LangChain simplifies the development of AI workflows by connecting LLMs with external data and services. This book guides you through using essential tools like the Gemini and PaLM 2 APIs, Vertex AI, and Vertex AI Search to create sophisticated, production-ready GenAI applications. You'll also overcome the context limitations of LLMs by mastering advanced techniques like RAG and external memory layers.Through practical patterns and real-world examples, you'll gain everything you need to harness Google Cloud's AI ecosystem, reducing the time to market while ensuring enterprise scalability. You'll have the expertise to build robust GenAI applications that can be tailored to solve real-world business challenges.*Email sign-up and proof of purchase requiredWhat You Will Learn: - Build enterprise-ready applications with LangChain and Google Cloud- Navigate and select the right Google Cloud generative AI tools- Apply modern design patterns for generative AI applications- Plan and execute proof-of-concepts for enterprise AI solutions- Gain hands-on experience with LangChain's and Google Cloud's AI products- Implement advanced techniques for text generation and summarization- Leverage Vertex AI Search and other tools for scalable AI solutionsWho this book is for: If you're an application developer or ML engineer eager to dive into GenAI, this book is for you. Whether you're new to LangChain or Google Cloud, you'll learn how to use these tools to build scalable AI solutions. This book is ideal for developers familiar with Python and machine learning basics looking to apply their skills in GenAI. Professionals who want to explore Google Cloud's powerful suite of enterprise-grade GenAI products and their implementation will also find this book useful.Table of Contents: - Using LangChain with Google Cloud- Foundational Models on Google Cloud- Grounding Responses on Google Cloud- Vector Search on Google Cloud- Advanced Techniques for Parsing and Ingesting Documents- Multimodality- Working with Long Context- Building Chatbots- Tools and Function Calling- Agents in Generative AI- Agentic Workflows- Evaluating GenAI Applications- GenAI System Design- Appendix 1 - Overview of Generative AI- Appendix 2 - Google Cloud Foundations
12 Rules for Life According to ChatGPT
12 Rules for Life According to ChatGPT: A Wise and Witty Guide to Modern LifeIn this brilliant parody of Jordan Peterson's classic, ChatGPT steps in as the all-knowing, all-joking AI, offering a fresh and funny take on life's most pressing questions. If you've ever wondered whether you should trust a cat with your financial advice or how to gracefully steal the last slice of pizza, this book has the answers-delivered with a generous dose of wit and charm.Each chapter is a delightful mix of practical advice, playful observations, and clever commentary that will have you both laughing out loud and nodding in agreement. With rules like "Always Keep a Spare Pair of Socks" and "Don't Argue with a Barista Before Getting Your Coffee," this book turns everyday dilemmas into opportunities for humor and insight. Whether you're navigating the absurdities of modern life or just looking for a good laugh, 12 Rules for Life According to ChatGPT is your go-to guide for living well-and with a smile.Perfect for fans of self-help, comedy, or anyone who enjoys a good chuckle at life's quirks, this book is both a lighthearted read and a source of genuine wisdom. Get ready to embrace the absurd, find joy in the small things, and consult ChatGPT for all of life's mysteries.
Start Your Podcast Already
Unlock the Secrets to Podcasting Success!Whether you're an aspiring podcaster or a content creator looking to expand your platform, Start Your Podcast Already is the essential guide for launching and growing your podcast. This book covers everything from planning and recording to marketing and monetization.Who Will Benefit From This Book?Aspiring Podcasters: If you have an idea but don't know where to begin, this guide breaks down the process, helping you navigate the technical and creative steps of podcasting.Beginner Podcasters: Learn how to improve your setup, refine your content, and implement marketing strategies to grow your audience.Content Creators: Add podcasting to your portfolio to reach new audiences and engage with your community.Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners: Use podcasting for branding and audience engagement.Freelancers & Marketers: Develop podcast production and marketing skills to offer professionally or improve your content strategy.Inside, you'll learn how to: Brainstorm and test podcast concepts that resonate.Define your target audience and create engaging content.Choose the right podcast equipment and master recording techniques.Edit your episodes and polish them for professional quality.Promote your podcast using proven marketing strategies.Monetize your podcast through sponsorships, advertising, and more.No more overthinking-it's time to get your podcast off the ground. Start Your Podcast Already provides the blueprint for your podcasting journey!
AI 2024: Advances in Artificial Intelligence
This two-volume set LNAI 15442-15443 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 37th Australasian Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence, AI 2024, held in Melbourne, VIC, Australia, during November 25-29, 2024. The 59 full papers presented together with 3 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 108 submissions. Part 1: Knowledge Representation and NLP; Trustworthy and Explainable AI; Machine Learning and Data Mining. Part 2: Reinforcement Learning and Robotics; Learning Algorithms; Computer Vision; AI for Healthcare.
AI 2024: Advances in Artificial Intelligence
This two-volume set LNAI 15442-15443 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 37th Australasian Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence, AI 2024, held in Melbourne, VIC, Australia, during November 25-29, 2024. The 59 full papers presented together with 3 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 108 submissions. Part 1: Knowledge Representation and NLP; Trustworthy and Explainable AI; Machine Learning and Data Mining. Part 2: Reinforcement Learning and Robotics; Learning Algorithms; Computer Vision; AI for Healthcare.
Cybersecurity Simplified
In today's interconnected world, no organization or individual is immune to cyber threats. From data breaches to ransomware attacks, the stakes have never been higher. Yet, cybersecurity doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this essential guide, Gary S. Miliefsky, a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, simplifies the complexities of cybersecurity into six manageable pillars: People, Apps, Networking, Computing, Code, and Data (PANCCD(TM)). Whether you're a business leader, IT professional, or just starting your cybersecurity journey, this book equips you with the tools to: Identify and address vulnerabilities within your digital ecosystem.Build resilience against emerging threats with practical, step-by-step strategies.Strengthen compliance with key regulatory frameworks like GDPR and CCPA.Foster a culture of security awareness across your organization.Leverage cutting-edge innovations to stay one step ahead of attackers.Packed with actionable insights, real-world examples, and expert advice, Cybersecurity Simplified demystifies the path to cyber resilience. This book isn't just about protecting your data-it's about securing your future. Gary S. Miliefsky is the creator of the PANCCD(TM) Model, founder of Cyber Defense Magazine, and a trusted voice in the cybersecurity industry. His work bridges the gap between technical complexity and real-world application, empowering organizations worldwide to protect what matters most. Are you ready to take control of your cybersecurity? Grab your copy of Cybersecurity Simplified and start building a stronger, safer digital future today!
Programming APIs with C# and .NET
Master API design and deployment with C# and .NET, creating scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs for real-world applicationsKey Features: - Learn API design principles and architecture for high-performance applications- Develop robust APIs using best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability- Implement both traditional and minimal APIs with real-world scenarios- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description: APIs are at the heart of modern software development, enabling seamless communication between applications. In the C# and .NET ecosystem, mastering API development is key to building scalable, reliable systems that meet both client and enterprise needs.Written by C# and .NET experts Jesse Liberty and Joseph Dluzen, this book draws on their extensive experience as hands-on programmers to equip you with the tools, techniques, and best practices for creating powerful APIs.Starting with API fundamentals, it covers everything you need to design, build, and consume APIs using .NET technologies such as ASP.NET Core, and explores both controller and Function API implementations. You'll integrate essential tools such as Postman for testing to streamline your development workflow.Through practical examples and exercises, the book guides you from database creation to deploying APIs on Azure. By the end of this book, you'll have gained real-world skills to develop secure, high-performance APIs that scale with your applications for both personal projects and enterprise-level systems.What You Will Learn: - Understand core API concepts and how to apply them in .NET projects- Design RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability- Build APIs with ASP.NET Core- Explore alternative options for API development using Azure Functions, including stateful workflows with Durable Functions- Integrate databases into API projects, ensuring efficient data flow- Implement security measures such as authentication and authorization- Deploy APIs to Azure and learn the essentials of cloud integrationWho this book is for: This book is for .NET developers, software engineers, and backend developers looking to master API development using C# and ASP.NET Core. It caters to those with a basic understanding of C# and familiarity with the .NET ecosystem. Even though no prior experience with API frameworks is required, knowledge of ASP.NET Core will be helpful.Table of Contents- Getting Started- What We'll Build- Implementing with REST- Documentation with Swagger - Data Validation - Azure Functions- Azure Durable Functions - Advanced Topics- Authentication and Authorization- Deploying to Azure- What's Next?
Ransomware Evolution
This book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the evolution, trends, techniques, impact on critical infrastructures and national security, countermeasures, and open research directions in this area. It will serve as a valuable source of knowledge on the topic.
Web Application PenTesting
This is an essential resource for navigating the complex, high-stakes world of cybersecurity. It bridges the gap between foundational cybersecurity knowledge and its practical application in web application security. Designed for professionals who may lack formal training in cybersecurity or those seeking to update their skills, this book offers a crucial toolkit for defending against the rising tide of cyber threats.As web applications become central to our digital lives, understanding and countering web-based threats is imperative for IT professionals across various sectors. This book provides a structured learning path from basic security principles to advanced penetration testing techniques, tailored for both new and experienced cybersecurity practitioners. Explore the architecture of web applications and the common vulnerabilities as identified by industry leaders like OWASP. Gain practical skills in information gathering, vulnerability assessment, and the exploitation of security gaps. Master advanced tools such as Burp Suite and learn the intricacies of various attack strategies through real-world case studies. Dive into the integration of security practices into development processes with a detailed look at DevSecOps and secure coding practices. "Web Application PenTesting" is more than a technical manual--it is a guide designed to equip its readers with the analytical skills and knowledge to make informed security decisions, ensuring robust protection for digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats. Whether you are an engineer, project manager, or technical leader, this book will empower you to fortify your web applications and contribute effectively to your organization's cybersecurity efforts.
Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems
Highly comprehensive resource for studying neural networks, complex networks, synchronization, passivity, and associated applications Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems discusses the dynamical behaviors of various multiweighted complex dynamical networks, with detailed insight on synchronization for directed and undirected complex networks (CNs) with multiple state or delayed state couplings subject to recoverable attacks, along with passivity and synchronization for coupled neural networks with multi-weights (CNNMWs) by virtue of devised proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers. The book also investigates finite-time synchronization (FTS) and H-infinity synchronization for two types of coupled neural networks (CNNs) and focuses on finite-time passivity (FTP) and finite-time synchronization (FTS) for complex dynamical networks with multiple state/derivative couplings based on the proportional-derivative (PD) control method. Final chapters consider finite-time output synchronization and H-infinity output synchronization problems, and multiple weighted coupled reaction-diffusion neural networks (CRDNNs) with and without coupling delays. Other topics covered in Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems include: Criteria of FTP for complex dynamical networks with multiple state couplings (CDNMSCs), formulated by utilizing the PD controller Finite-time passivity (FTP) concepts for the spatially and temporally systems with different dimensions of output and input FTS and finite time H-infinity synchronization problems for CDNs with multiple state/derivative couplings by utilizing state feedback control approach and selecting suitable parameter adjustment schemes Adaptive output synchronization and output synchronization of CDNs with multiple output or output derivative couplings, and other adaptive control schemesEnabling readers to understand foundational concepts and grasp the latest research, Dynamical Behaviors of Multiweighted Complex Network Systems is essential for all who study neural networks, complex networks, synchronization, passivity, and their applications.
Enterprise Architecture with Sap: Planning, Management, and Transformation
Calling all SAP enterprise architects--the strategy guide you need is here! See how the SAP EA Framework and SAP LeanIX support your enterprise architecture with methodology, reference content, tools, and services. Explore examples of architecture design pattern implementation for real-world use cases, including business model transformation, TCO reduction, sustainability, and more. Follow SAP's blueprint to set up your own enterprise architecture practice. Get best practices, expert tips, full-color architecture diagrams, and more! In this book, you'll learn about: a. FundamentalsLearn the basics of enterprise architecture within SAP landscapes. Walk through SAP EA Framework and understand its integration with ancillary business functions such as process, portfolio, and application management. b. Use Cases See enterprise architecture transformation at work! Practical use cases showcase how architecture patterns can be used to solve design problems in various business scenarios: cloud transformation, sustainability, automation, and more. c. Implementation Launch your own enterprise architecture transformation. Following guidance from the experts, create or improve your practice by setting up roles, processes, and deliverables. Use tools such as SAP LeanIX and SAP Signavio to support your transformation. Highlights include: 1) SAP EA Framework2) SAP EA Methodology 3) SAP EA Designer4) SAP LeanIX5) Business function integration6) Reference content7) Enterprise architecture practices8) Cloud transformation9) Business process transformation10) Sustainability11) Mergers, acquisitions, and divestures
Drupal Web Profiles
This book demystifies Drupal, one of the most popular content management systems in use today. With step-by-step instruction and worked examples, this is a crucial guide to the next level in content management. This project-based guide offers a complete introduction to installation, configuration, and administration; web analytics; optimization through automatic throttling, bandwidth optimization, and page caching; as well as customization to facilitate the creation, installation, and debugging of modules.
The Institutional Development of Podcasting
Referring back to the early 2000s, this book traces the development of podcasting from a "do-it-yourself" medium by amateurs into its current environment, where a wide variety of individuals, organizations, and platforms operate in an increasingly crowded and competitive market.
Protecting Location Privacy in the Era of Big Data
This book examines the uses and potential risks of location-based services (LBS) in the context of big data, with a focus on location privacy protection methods.
Artificial Intelligence for Blockchain and Cybersecurity Powered IoT Applications
The objective of this book is to exhibit recent solutions and to discuss the opportunities that AI, Blockchain, and even their combinations can present to solve the issue of IoT security.
Pricai 2024: Trends in Artificial Intelligence
The five-volume proceedings set LNAI 15281-15285, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st Pacific Rim International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, PRICAI 2024, held in Kyoto, Japan, in November 18-24, 2024. The 145 full papers and 35 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 543 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Machine Learning, Deep Learning Part II: Deep Learning, Federated Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, Part III: Large Language Models, Computer Vision Part IV: Computer Vision, Autonomous Driving, Agents and Multiagent Systems, Knowledge Graphs, Speech Processing, Optimization Part V: Optimization, General Applications, Medical Applications, Theoretical Foundations of AI
Pricai 2024: Trends in Artificial Intelligence
The five-volume proceedings set LNAI 15281-15285, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st Pacific Rim International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, PRICAI 2024, held in Kyoto, Japan, in November 18-24, 2024. The 145 full papers and 35 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 543 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Machine Learning, Deep Learning Part II: Deep Learning, Federated Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, Part III: Large Language Models, Computer Vision Part IV: Computer Vision, Autonomous Driving, Agents and Multiagent Systems, Knowledge Graphs, Speech Processing, Optimization Part V: Optimization, General Applications, Medical Applications, Theoretical Foundations of AI
Pricai 2024: Trends in Artificial Intelligence
The five-volume proceedings set LNAI 15281-15285, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st Pacific Rim International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, PRICAI 2024, held in Kyoto, Japan, in November 18-24, 2024. The 145 full papers and 35 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 543 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Machine Learning, Deep Learning Part II: Deep Learning, Federated Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, Part III: Large Language Models, Computer Vision Part IV: Computer Vision, Autonomous Driving, Agents and Multiagent Systems, Knowledge Graphs, Speech Processing, Optimization Part V: Optimization, General Applications, Medical Applications, Theoretical Foundations of AI
Pricai 2024: Trends in Artificial Intelligence
The five-volume proceedings set LNAI 15281-15285, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st Pacific Rim International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, PRICAI 2024, held in Kyoto, Japan, in November 18-24, 2024. The 145 full papers and 35 short papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 543 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Machine Learning, Deep Learning Part II: Deep Learning, Federated Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, Part III: Large Language Models, Computer Vision Part IV: Computer Vision, Autonomous Driving, Agents and Multiagent Systems, Knowledge Graphs, Speech Processing, Optimization Part V: Optimization, General Applications, Medical Applications, Theoretical Foundations of AI
Web Services - Icws 2024
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 31st International Conference on Web Services - ICWS 2024, held as Part of the Services Conference Federation, SCF 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand, during November 16-19, 2024. The 9 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 16 submissions. The papers cover topics in the field of Web engineering innovations to scientific research for the whole services industry. Service delivery platforms have been expanded to mobile platforms, Internet of Things, cloud computing, and edge computing.
Edge Computing - Edge 2024
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Edge Computing, EDGE 2024, held in Bangkok, Thailand, during November 16-19, 2024. The 8 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 16 submissions. The papers presented focus on various topics such as Edge Storage, Edge Connections, Edge Analytics, Edge AI, Edge Processing Engine, Industry-Specific Edges, Edge Application Innovations, 5G and Edge, 5G and Cloud, AIGC for Edge.
Blockchain - Icbc 2024
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Blockchain - ICBC 2024, held as part of the Services Conference Federation, SCF 2024, held in Bangkok, Thailand, during November 16-19, 2024. The 9 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 20 submissions. These papers discussed the latest fundamental advances in the state-of-the-art technologies and best practices of blockchain, as well as emerging standards and research topics which would define the future of blockchain.
Digital Transformation
Faced with the transformations taking place in today's environment (fierce competition, technological evolution, robotization, globalization... etc), no one can deny that "Digital Transformation" represents an unavoidable and indisputable lever for optimizing the Management and integral Development of any company concerned with preserving its survival.This Ma簾trise de Recherche en Communication Num矇rique (Master's thesis in Digital Communication Research) proposes effective innovation strategies which, individually or collectively, will make both the Institut Sup矇rieur de Gestion and its agents more competent, and subsequently integrate innovation into all sectors of activity, principally those of Education, Research and Administration.Innovation is a process that cannot be ordered, but rather managed. Innovation is a process that can't be controlled, but rather managed. Digital transformation brings with it new skills and upheavals, including for ISG-Kin managers in all sectors, who are faced with new challenges.
