Beginning Rails 6
Springboard your journey into web application development and discover how much fun building web applications with Ruby on Rails can be. This book has been revised to cover what's new in Rails 6 including features such as WebPack, advanced JavaScript integration, Action Mailbox, Action Text, system and parallel testing, Action Cable testing, and more. Beginning Rails 6 gently guides you through designing your application, writing tests for the application, and then writing the code to make your application work as expected. It is a book that will guide you from never having programmed with Ruby, to having a Rails 6 application built and deployed to the web. After reading and using this book, you'll have the know-how and the freely available source code to get started with your own Rails-based web development in days. What You Will Learn Create Ruby on Rails 6 web applications from the bottom upGain the basics of the Ruby programming languageCombine all the components of Rails to develop your own web applications Apply TDD to make sure your application works exactly as you expect Use Git source control and best practice techniques to create applications like a pro Who This Book Is For Someone with little to no Ruby or Rails experience, or possibly even someone with no experience developing web applications at all. A basic familiarity with the web and typical web terms is assumed, but you don't need to be an expert in these.
Semantic Modeling for Data
What value does semantic data modeling offer? As an information architect or data science professional, let's say you have an abundance of the right data and the technology to extract business gold--but you still fail. The reason? Bad data semantics. In this practical and comprehensive field guide, author Panos Alexopoulos takes you on an eye-opening journey through semantic data modeling as applied in the real world. You'll learn how to master this craft to increase the usability and value of your data and applications. You'll also explore the pitfalls to avoid and dilemmas to overcome for building high-quality and valuable semantic representations of data. Understand the fundamental concepts, phenomena, and processes related to semantic data modeling Examine the quirks and challenges of semantic data modeling and learn how to effectively leverage the available frameworks and tools Avoid mistakes and bad practices that can undermine your efforts to create good data models Learn about model development dilemmas, including representation, expressiveness and content, development, and governance Organize and execute semantic data initiatives in your organization, tackling technical, strategic, and organizational challenges
Practical Serverless SecurityBuilding Secure and Reliable Applications in Aws, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud
Apply the basics of security in serverless computing to new or existing projects. This hands-on guide provides practical examples and fundamentals. You will apply these fundamentals in all aspects of serverless computing: improving the code, securing the application, and protecting the infrastructure. You will come away having security knowledge that enables you to secure a project you are supporting and have technical conversations with cybersecurity personnel. At a time when there are many news stories on cybersecurity breaches, it is crucial to think about security in your applications. It is tempting to believe that having a third-party host the entire computing platform will increase security. This book shows you why cybersecurity is the responsibility of everyone working on the project. What You Will Learn Gain a deeper understanding of cybersecurity in serverless computingKnow how to use free and opensource tools (such as the Node Package Manager, ESLint, and VSCode) to reduce vulnerabilities in your application codeAssess potential threats from event triggers in your serverless functionsUnderstand security best practices in serverless computingDevelop an agnostic security architecture while reducing risk from vendor-specific infrastructure Who This Book Is For Developers or security engineers looking to expand their current knowledge of traditional cybersecurity into serverless computing projects. Individuals just beginning in serverless computing and cybersecurity can apply the concepts in this book in their projects.
Information Security and Privacy
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 25th Australasian Conference on Information Security and Privacy, ACISP 2020, held in Perth, WA, Australia, in November 2020*. The 31 revised full papers and 5 short papers presented were carefully revised and selected from 151 submissions. The papers present and discuss the latest research, trends, breakthroughs, and challenges in the domain of information security, privacy and cybersecurity on a variety of topics such as post-quantum cryptography; symmetric cipher; signature; network security and blockchain; cryptographic primitives; mathematical foundation; machine learning security, among others. *The conference was held virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Financial Cryptography and Data Security
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of two workshops held at the 24th International Conference on Financial Cryptography and Data Security, FC 2020, in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, in February 2020. The 39 full papers and 3 short papers presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 73 submissions. The papers feature four Workshops: The 1st Asian Workshop on Usable Security, AsiaUSEC 2020, the 1st Workshop on Coordination of Decentralized Finance, CoDeFi 2020, the 5th Workshop on Advances in Secure Electronic Voting, VOTING 2020, and the 4th Workshop on Trusted Smart Contracts, WTSC 2020. The AsiaUSEC Workshop contributes an increase of the scientific quality of research in human factors in security and privacy. In terms of improving efficacy of secure systems, the research included an extension of graphical password authentication. Further a comparative study of SpotBugs, SonarQube, Cryptoguard and CogniCrypt identified strengths in each and refined the need for improvements in security testing tools. The CoDeFi Workshop discuss multi-disciplinary issues regarding technologies and operations of decentralized finance based on permissionless blockchain. The workshop consists of two parts; presentations by all stakeholders, and unconference style discussions. The VOTING Workshop cover topics like new methods for risk-limited audits, new ethods to increase the efficiency of mixnets, verification of security of voting schemes election auditing, voting system efficiency, voting system usability, and new technical designs for cryptographic protocols for voting systems, and new way of preventing voteselling by de-incentivising this via smart contracts. The WTSC Workshop focuses on smart contracts, i.e., self-enforcing agreements in the form of executable programs, and other decentralized applications that are deployed to and run on top of specialized blockchains.
Instagram Marketing
INSTAGRAM MARKETINGThe Instagram platform was created as a photo-sharing social network; so, where does business fit in? While the platform may have started as a social network for sharing photos, it has morphed into an excellent way to kick-start a business, reach sales goals, and connect with consumers. There are currently over 1-billion active monthly users on Instagram. Why not get your piece of the 1-billion customer pie?Inside this book, you will discover how to market effectively on Instagram. This includes everything from creating a profile, to choosing hashtags, to running paid advertising. No matter your goals for marketing on Instagram, the information in this book will be able to help you achieve them.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn About Inside...The Basic Of InstagramUsing Instagram To Market Your BusinessHow To Run Ads On InstagramInstagram Marketing StrategiesWhat Types Of Content To PostHow To Become An Instagram InfluencerMuch, Much More!
Hands-on JavaScript for Python Developers
Build robust full-stack web applications using two of the world's most popular programming languages Python and JavaScriptKey Features Discover similarities and differences between JavaScript and Python coding conventions Explore frontend web concepts, UI/UX techniques, and JavaScript frameworks to enhance your web development skills Put your JS knowledge into practice by developing a full-stack web app with React and Express Book Description Knowledge of Python is a great foundation for learning other languages. This book will help you advance in your software engineering career by leveraging your Python programming skills to learn JavaScript and apply its unique features not only for frontend web development but also for streamlining work on the backend. Starting with the basics of JavaScript, you'll cover its syntax, its use in the browser, and its frameworks and libraries. From working with user interactions and ingesting data from APIs through to creating APIs with Node.js, this book will help you get up and running with JavaScript using hands-on exercises, code snippets, and detailed descriptions of JavaScript implementation and benefits. To understand the use of JavaScript in the backend, you'll explore Node.js and discover how it communicates with databases. As you advance, you'll get to grips with creating your own RESTful APIs and connecting the frontend and backend for holistic full-stack development knowledge. By the end of this Python JavaScript book, you'll have the knowledge you need to write full-fledged web applications from start to finish. You'll have also gained hands-on experience of working through several projects, which will help you advance in your career as a JavaScript developer. What you will learn Discover the differences between Python and JavaScript at both the syntactical and semantical level Become well versed in implementing JavaScript in the frontend as well as the backend Understand the separation of concerns while using Python programming for server-side development Get to grips with frontend web development tasks, including UI/UX design, form validation, animations, and much more Create modern interaction interfaces for your Python web application Explore modern web technologies and libraries for building full-stack applications Who this book is for This book is for experienced Python programmers who are looking to expand their knowledge of frontend and backend web development with JavaScript. An understanding of data types, functions, and scope is necessary to get to grips with the concepts covered in the book. Familiarity with HTML and CSS, Document Object Model (DOM), and Flask or Django will help you to learn JavaScript easily.
Vue.js 3 Cookbook
Explore the new features of Vue.js 3 and discover best practices for building fault-tolerant and professional frontend web applicationsKey Features Migrate your apps from Vue.js 2 to Vue.js 3 with the help of practical recipes Explore the latest Vue.js 3 features such as reactivity API, composition API, and TypeScript support Extend the capabilities and performance of Vue.js apps with Quasar, Vuetify, and Nuxt.js frameworks Book Description Vue.js is a progressive web framework for building professional user interfaces for your web applications. With Vue.js 3, the frontend framework is reinforced with architectural enhancements, new base languages, new render processes, and separated core components. The book starts with recipes for implementing Vue.js 3's new features in your web development projects and migrating your existing Vue.js apps to the latest version. You will get up and running with TypeScript with Vue.js and find succinct solutions to common challenges and pitfalls faced in implementing components, derivatives, and animation, through to building plugins, adding state management, routing, and developing complete single-page applications (SPAs). As you advance, you'll discover recipes to help you integrate Vue.js apps with Nuxt.js in order to add server-side rendering capabilities to your SPAs. You'll then learn about the Vue.js ecosystem by exploring modern frameworks such as Quasar, Nuxt.js, Vuex, and Vuetify in your web projects. Finally, the book provides you with solutions for packaging and deploying your Vue.js apps. By the end of this Vue.js book, you'll be able to identify and solve challenges faced in building Vue.js applications and be able to adopt the Vue.js framework for frontend web projects of any scale. What you will learn Design and develop large-scale web applications using Vue.js 3's latest features Create impressive UI layouts and pages using Vuetify, Buefy, and Ant Design Extend your Vue.js applications with dynamic form and custom rules validation Add state management, routing, and navigation to your web apps Extend Vue.js apps to the server-side with Nuxt.js Discover effective techniques to deploy your web applications with Netlify Develop web applications, mobile applications, and desktop applications with a single code base using the Quasar framework Who this book is for The book is for both new and experienced Vue.js developers looking to overcome challenges in building dynamic web applications with Vue 3. Knowledge of JavaScript and a basic understanding of Vue.js will help you to make the most of this book.
Web Services - Icws 2020
This book constitutes the proceedings of the International Conference on Web of Services, ICWS 2020, held virtually as part of SCF 2020, in Honolulu, HI, USA, in September 2020. The 14 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 52 submissions. The conference proceeding ICWS 2020 presents the latest fundamental advances in the state of the art and practice of Web-based services, identify emerging research topics, and define the future of Web-based services. All topics regarding Web-centric services, enabling technologies and applications align with the theme of ICWS.
The Art of War for Computer Security
In this book the author draws inspiration from Sun Tzu's Art of War, a work that explains conflict between nations, and he applies this to the computer security setting, examining how we should consider protecting information systems from accidents or malicious attacks. The author first briefly introduces Sun Tzu. Then each chapter in the book takes its inspiration from an original title in The Art of War, where the author offers a general introduction to the content and then describes its application in a cybersecurity setting. These chapters cover estimates; waging war; offensive strategy; how you prepare for an attack; energy; weaknesses and strengths; the variables that need consideration before embarking on a war; how infrastructure is related to the concept of ground; attack by fire or how skilled attackers hide behind noise; and employing secret agents. The book will be interesting for computer security researchers and professionals who would like some grounding in a security mindset.
Metamodern Design
This book was written from a perspective over the past 13+ years of my experience working as a designer in both print and digital mediums across mobile, digital, web marketing, platform design, ux design, print design, brand identity design, responsive design, augmented reality design anvd environmental design for agencies, startups, global corporations, entrepreneurs, public figures, celebrities and entertainment companies. Over the course of my career, I have worked across these various areas within design utilizing design thinking, processes and execution of work in collaboration with many others in the corporate global space, startups, small businesses and non-profits. This writing serves as an exercise in thinking about design, the current landscape of design, and what might the future designer need to encompass for design to evolve and succeed amidst the changing global cultural landscape. The idea of the term "metamodernism" serves as a framework to observe and describe a sensibility happening within culture. The first half of this book discusses views on design and culture and the last half explores how the designer might approach the future of design related to these observations. Within these two sections, I try to describe and articulate the ideas around "metamodernism" and how we came to be within that movement today. It's been a long journey of success and failure within the work of design. This book is a collection of thoughts and observations collected over time through working on large and small design projects, leading teams, failing in startups, writing code, building apps, creating album art, designing brands and building platforms and campaigns for some of the biggest companies in the world. This book doesn't provide specific answers to become a great designer through practice and technique, but provokes you to think about the observations laid out to create a new place to observe, think and find new ways to apply design for the future.
Security Infrastructure Technology for Integrated Utilization of Big Data
Introduction.- Cryptography Core Technology.- Secure Primitive for big data utilization.- Secure Data Management Technology.- Living Safety Testbed Group.- Health Test Bed Group.
Enterprise Level Security 2
Enterprise Level Security 2: Advanced Topics in an Uncertain World follows on from the authors' first book on Enterprise Level Security (ELS), which covered the basic concepts of ELS and the discoveries made during the first eight years of its development. This book follows on from this to give a discussion of advanced topics and solutions.
Fundamentals of Computer Networks and Data Communications
Today's Computer networks have been the effect of progress from few decades ago. The invention of computer networks has its own history of evolution and started setting up their milestones day by day. The reason behind caring the communication is greatly evident, if no communication then world is filled of silence.The evolution of computer networks will offer you the deeper understanding of the greater achievements in this era. The computer networks weave their path to emerge from late 1960s. After the long way with the technological developments, in the mid-1990s, the growth of the Internet is enormous and written communication becomes vital in every individuals life. The influence of computer networks on other telecommunication network is known as "network convergence". Prior to digital evolution, the telephonic conversation is an analog mode of signal transmission. Digital voice transmission on the telephone network is one of the best and first signs to speak out the speciality of "convergence". The new services in computer networks are the prerogatives of telephone, radio and Television services.
Services Computing - Scc 2020
This volume constitutes the proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Services Computing 2020, held as Part of SCF 2020 in Honolulu, HI, USA in September 2020.. The 8 full papers and 2 short papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 20 submissions. They cover topics such as: foundations of services computing; scientific workflows; business process integration and management; microservices; modeling of services systems; service security and privacy; SOA service applications; and service lifecycle management.
Security and Trust Management
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Workshop on Security and Trust Management, STM 2020, co-located with the 25th European Symposium on Research in Computer Security, ESORICS 2020. The conference was planned to take place in Guildford, UK, but had to be moved to an online format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The workshop took place during September 17-18, 2020. The 8 papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 20 submissions. They were organized in topical sections on security properties and attacks; confidentiality schema and security processes.
Compression and Security of Biometric Images
In present scenario biometric systems are widely used in various applications, but the recent biometric technology faces security issues like stored biometric template attack, where the original data is tampered such that it cannot be retrieved and the storage space issues like requirement of large storage space for biometric data of large population. To avoid such security and compression issues a novel method is proposed. The proposed Peppy Wavelet Watermarking Algorithm (PWWA) is based on Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) and Discrete Cosine Transform (DCT) watermarking techniques which combines the virtues of CSPRNG-2 and GDA to provide efficient watermarking. The watermark image is recovered by reverse embedding procedure utilizing the proposed Peppy Wavelet Watermark Extraction Algorithm (PWWEA). To verify the performance, various types of noises are added to the embedded image and recovery operation is performed. The performance parameters are then evaluated for comparison.
Text Book on Fundamentals of System and Network Administration
This book on concepts and technologies for System and Network Administration covers the various aspects of designing a system and network concepts. This book is intended to be a basic reading material to network and system administration concepts based on Harmonized Curriculum, Ethiopia.This book have been used to effectively explain several of system and network concepts. The first chapter gives a brief introduction of the Network and System administration and is thus important for the rest of the book.Other issues like system and network components, server concepts user Management concepts in Linux and windows. This book gives you a framework a way of thinking about system administration problems rather than narrow how-to solutions to particular problems. This book is unique because it looks at system administration from this holistic point of view; whereas most other books for System Administration focus on how to maintain one particular product. With experience, however, all System Administration learn that the big-picture problems and solutions are largely independent of the platform. This book will change the way you approach your work as a System Administrator
Enhancement of Data Storage Security in Public Cloud Environment
Cloud is completely the internet dependent technology where client data is stored and maintained in the data centre of a Cloud Service Provider (CSP) like Google, Amazon, Salesforce.som and Microsoft etc. CSP is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the outsourced data. Limited control over the data may incur various security issues and threats which include data leakage, insecure interface, sharing of resources, data availability and inside attacks. The issues start from Security, Availability, Performance, Lack of Standards, Increased Usage Cost, and Struggle in integrating with on-premise IT resources. So many customers do not fully depend on the cloud environment because of their unawareness of the location where their data would be stored, its availability in their need, and data processing by others. For these reasons many of the researchers concentrates on the "Security" aspect of the cloud. Data security can be achieved by the parameters like confidentiality, integrity and availability. This research work fully concentrated on the parameter like confidentiality. In this book, various algorithms have been proposed to enhance the security of data at rest.
Understanding Wireless Sensor Networks
The advanced technological developments lead to the design and implementation of inexpensive, low powered, multi-operational sensors which are compact in nature. The sensors in WSN communicate with one another through a wireless medium. The significantly rising abilities of the compact sensors comprised of sensing, processing and communicating unit and are realized in WSN by a massive number of nodes.
Blog Planner
This Blog Planner notebook will be perfect for using every day to design and create your blog content, write social media posts to schedule and publish, or anything else you need to organize your thoughts, goals, or ideas for. Whether you're blogging for your business, creating a marketing strategy for your website, or whatever creation you want to start, this book will help you progress and get you to your next step while mapping everything out. Monthly, daily, or for the whole year, management of your content can be easy with this quality, time-saving journal. The interior includes prompts & space to write the following: Mind Mapping - Mind mapping circles for brainstorming.Subject - Write the subject of your blog post.Ideas - Record your ideas for your blog post.Rough Draft - Write your rough draft copy.Pictures & Graphics - Log what pictures and graphics you want to use.Notes - Log any additional important information you want.Journals are a great way to get your ideas from your head to paper. Will make a great gift for any writers in your life. Matte cover finish. 106 pages. Perfect size of 6x9 inch for you to carry and take with you wherever you go. Buy one today!
Evidence Reconstruction in Digital Forensics using Fuzzy Methods
With the rapid development of computer networks the daily work of all trades is more and more dependent on computers. As a result, high-tech crimes, commercial fraud and other phenomena involving computers occur more frequently. So people pay more and more attention to digital forensics. Digital forensics are concerned with the use of digital information (image or document file) as source of evidence in investigations and legal proceedings. This project focuses on the analysis part of digital forensics. Analysis concerned to reconstruct digital evidence and draw conclusions based on the evidence found. This project applies fuzzy c-means clustering based on swarm intelligence to digital forensics. The aim of clustering is to partition set of data into clusters. A drawback of clustering is that it easily traps into local minima. To overcome this problem, swarm intelligence is used. Swarm Intelligence is an evolutionary, nature inspired computer technique of global search strategy.
Computer Forensics
Computer forensics is the process of methodically examining computer media (harddisks, diskettes, tapes, etc.) for evidence. In other words, computer forensics is thecollection, preservation, analysis, and presentation of computer-related evidence. Computer forensics also referred to as computer forensic analysis, electronic discovery, electronic evidence discovery, digital discovery, data recovery, data discovery, computeranalysis, and computer examination. Computer evidence can be useful in criminal cases, civil disputes, and human resources/employment proceedings
Unmasking the Hacker
Do you use computers, smart phones and the internet? If you do, please read this book and help protect yourself from cybercrime.There is no solely technical solution to fight cybercrime and neither is there a solely human solution. That is why everyone who uses technology and the internet need to have at least a basic understanding of what they can do to help protect themselves in cyberspace. The stereotype that cybercrime is committed by mysterious hoody-wearing hackers is harmful. It encourages a feeling of hopelessness about how to protect ourselves and our information. How can we fight these mysterious hidden figures? This book provides easy to understand information to demystify cybercrime and make cyber security more understandable and accessible to all. As technology has evolved exponentially since the advent of the Internet, and because each subsequent generation does not know a time without being connected via smart phones, social media and emails, this book also provides a brief history of computing and the Internet, hacking, social engineering and cybercrime. There are many books in the market about cyber security and some very interesting academic reference books on cybercrime. This book seeks to complement these by providing an accessible narrative about cybercrime and cyber security for all people. It is my hope that the book will be read by a larger audience both technical and non-technical and help raise awareness of cybercrime. Please read this book, discuss it with your friends and family, disagree and debate with me, and most importantly please help to get cybercrime awareness into the hands of everyone. There are things we all can do to protect ourselves against cybercrime and hackers without the need to be highly computer literate. As the world becomes more connected with technology, cyber security is increasingly becoming everybody's business. The second edition has been updated and includes an overview of cybercrime exploiting the COVID19 pandemic.
Artificial Intelligence Suitability. Assessment of Manufacturing-Execution-System Functions
Master's Thesis from the year 2020 in the subject Computer Sciences - Artificial Intelligence, grade: 2,0, J繹nk繹ping International Business School (School of Engineering), course: Final Project Work in Production Systems, language: English, abstract: The thesis work introduces an assessment framework consisting of decisive criteria and related indicators which describe qualitatively the suitability of AI for MES functions based on three criteria with related indicators. In addition, the researcher displays furthermore how the developed assessment framework can be used in order to assess the MES functions regarding their AI "readiness". In order to cope the findings through the thesis work an inductive research approach has been applied. Existing literature in the fields of intelligent manufacturing, Manufacturing-Execution-Systems, machine learning, deep learning, intelligent manufacturing, digital twin, and assessment methodologies have been extensively studied in order to base the theoretical developed framework on grounded theory. A case study was carried out in order to test the validity and reliability of the developed assessment framework for industry. The outcome of this thesis work was an assessment framework consisting of decisive criteria and related indicators when evaluating a MES function in respect to its AI suitability. Furthermore, an assessment checklist has been provided for the industry in order to be able to assess a MES function regards AI support in a quick and pragmatic manner. To generate a more generalizable assessment framework criteria and indicators have to be adapted, likewise testing the outcome of analogue and digital assessment methodologies will provide material for future studies. Artificial Intelligence arises in the manufacturing field very rapidly. Implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions and algorithms in the manufacturing environment is a well-known research field in academia. On the other hand, Manufacturing-Ex
Building Secure Cars
BUILDING SECURE CARS Explores how the automotive industry can address the increased risks of cyberattacks and incorporate security into the software development lifecycleWhile increased connectivity and advanced software-based automotive systems provide tremendous benefits and improved user experiences, they also make the modern vehicle highly susceptible to cybersecurity attacks. In response, the automotive industry is investing heavily in establishing cybersecurity engineering processes. Written by a seasoned automotive security expert with abundant international industry expertise, Building Secure Cars: Assuring the Automotive Software Development Lifecycle introduces readers to various types of cybersecurity activities, measures, and solutions that can be applied at each stage in the typical automotive development process.This book aims to assist auto industry insiders build more secure cars by incorporating key security measures into their software development lifecycle. Readers will learn to better understand common problems and pitfalls in the development process that lead to security vulnerabilities. To overcome such challenges, this book details how to apply and optimize various automated solutions, which allow software development and test teams to identify and fix vulnerabilities in their products quickly and efficiently. This book balances technical solutions with automotive technologies, making implementation practical. Building Secure Cars is: One of the first books to explain how the automotive industry can address the increased risks of cyberattacks, and how to incorporate security into the software development lifecycleAn optimal resource to help improve software security with relevant organizational workflows and technical solutionsA complete guide that covers introductory information to more advanced and practical topicsWritten by an established professional working at the heart of the automotive industryFully illustrated with tables and visuals, plus real-life problems and suggested solutions to enhance the learning experienceThis book is written for software development process owners, security policy owners, software developers and engineers, and cybersecurity teams in the automotive industry. All readers will be empowered to improve their organizations' security postures by understanding and applying the practical technologies and solutions inside.
Cloud Security Auditing
This book provides a comprehensive review of the most up to date research related to cloud security auditing and discusses auditing the cloud infrastructure from the structural point of view, while focusing on virtualization-related security properties and consistency between multiple control layers. It presents an off-line automated framework for auditing consistent isolation between virtual networks in OpenStack-managed cloud spanning over overlay and layer 2 by considering both cloud layers' views. A runtime security auditing framework for the cloud with special focus on the user-level including common access control and authentication mechanisms e.g., RBAC, ABAC and SSO is covered as well. This book also discusses a learning-based proactive security auditing system, which extracts probabilistic dependencies between runtime events and applies such dependencies to proactively audit and prevent security violations resulting from critical events. Finally, this book elaborates the design and implementation of a middleware as a pluggable interface to OpenStack for intercepting and verifying the legitimacy of user requests at runtime.Many companies nowadays leverage cloud services for conducting major business operations (e.g., Web service, inventory management, customer service, etc.). However, the fear of losing control and governance still persists due to the inherent lack of transparency and trust in clouds. The complex design and implementation of cloud infrastructures may cause numerous vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, while the unique properties of clouds (elastic, self-service, multi-tenancy) can bring novel security challenges. In this book, the authors discuss how state-of-the-art security auditing solutions may help increase cloud tenants' trust in the service providers by providing assurance on the compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards. This book introduces the latest research results on both traditional retroactive auditing and novel (runtime and proactive) auditing techniques to serve different stakeholders in the cloud. This book covers security threats from different cloud abstraction levels and discusses a wide-range of security properties related to cloud-specific standards (e.g., Cloud Control Matrix (CCM) and ISO 27017). It also elaborates on the integration of security auditing solutions into real world cloud management platforms (e.g., OpenStack, Amazon AWS and Google GCP).This book targets industrial scientists, who are working on cloud or security-related topics, as well as security practitioners, administrators, cloud providers and operators.Researchers and advanced-level students studying and working in computer science, practically in cloud security will also be interested in this book.
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Caesura in Cryptography [Paperback]
Within the Learning Material of over 100 open source slides created for Courses, Tutorials and Workshops within Cryptography the authors address topics like: Asymmetric & Symmetric Encryption; Third Epoch of Cryptography: No Key Transport - instead: Derived Keys; Caesura in Cryptography: Juggernaut and Secret Stream Keys; Ciphers & Algorithms & Multi-Encryption: e.g. McEliece & NTRU; Else to know: RNG, MAC, OTP, GNUPG, PKI, Hash, Signatures, GoldBugs, EPKS, SMP; End-to-End Encryption: Instant Perfect Forward Secrecy (IPFS); Cryptographic Calling: e.g. Two-Way-Calling, Repleo, EPKS, AutoCrypt; Volatile Encryption & Exponential Encryption; Cryptographic Discovery & Cryptographic Tokens; Echo Protocol & Graph Theory; POPTASTIC Protocol: Chat over POP3/IMAP; Spot-On Encryption Suite as elaborated Software for Learning & Tutorials; Quantum Computing and Cryptography; Frameworks & Libraries: e.g. McNoodle McEliece library (C++); Tools: POPTASTIC Delta Chat, Smoke McEliece Java Messenger, et al.; Trends on Crypto Messaging & Open Source Cryptography; Encryption of the Hard Disc, Text and Files, P2P Networks; Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) & SAM Architecture; National Sovereignty of cryptographic projects and open source worldwide contributions.
Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools and Data Visualization
This set of lecture notes, written for those who are unfamiliar with mathematics and programming, introduces the reader to important concepts in the field of machine learning. It consists of three parts. The first is an overview of the history of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, and also includes case studies of well-known AI systems. The second is a step-by-step introduction to Azure Machine Learning, with examples provided. The third is an explanation of the techniques and methods used in data visualization with R, which can be used to communicate the results collected by the AI systems when they are analyzed statistically. Practice questions are provided throughout the book.
Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools and Data Visualization
This set of lecture notes, written for those who are unfamiliar with mathematics and programming, introduces the reader to important concepts in the field of machine learning. It consists of three parts. The first is an overview of the history of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, and also includes case studies of well-known AI systems. The second is a step-by-step introduction to Azure Machine Learning, with examples provided. The third is an explanation of the techniques and methods used in data visualization with R, which can be used to communicate the results collected by the AI systems when they are analyzed statistically. Practice questions are provided throughout the book.
Mastering Blockchain - Third Edition
Develop a deep understanding of the theoretical foundations of blockchain technology and learn how to write smart contracts and build decentralized applicationsKey Features Updated with four new chapters on consensus algorithms, Ethereum 2.0, tokenization, and enterprise blockchains Dive deep into foundational pillars of blockchain technology such as decentralization, cryptography, and consensus protocols Get to grips with Solidity, Web3, cryptocurrencies, smart contract development and solve scalability, security, and privacy issues Discover the architecture of different distributed ledger platforms including Ethereum, Bitcoin, Hyperledger Fabric, Hyperledger Sawtooth, Corda, and Quorum Book Description Blockchain technology is the backbone of cryptocurrencies, and it has applications in finance, government, media, and many other industries. With a legacy of providing technologists with executable insights, the third edition of Mastering Blockchain is thoroughly revised and updated with the latest blockchain research, including four new chapters on consensus algorithms, Serenity (Ethereum 2.0), tokenization, and enterprise blockchains. Apart from covering the basics, including blockchain's technical underpinnings, cryptography, and consensus protocols, this book provides you with expert knowledge on decentralization, decentralized application development on Ethereum, Bitcoin, alternative coins, smart contracts, alternative blockchains, and Hyperledger. Furthermore, you will explore how to implement blockchain solutions beyond cryptocurrencies, such as the Internet of Things with blockchain, blockchain scalability, enterprise blockchains, and tokenization using blockchain, and the future scope of this fascinating and disruptive technology. By the end of this book, you will have gained a thorough understanding of the various facets of blockchain technology and be comfortable applying them to diverse real-world scenarios. What you will learn Grasp the mechanisms behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and alternative cryptocurrencies Understand cryptography and its usage in blockchain technology Understand the theoretical foundations of smart contracts Develop decentralized applications using Solidity, Remix, Truffle, Ganache, and Drizzle Identify and examine applications of blockchain beyond cryptocurrencies Understand the architecture and development of Ethereum 2.0 Explore research topics and the future scope of blockchain technology Who this book is for If you are a technologist, business executive, a student or an enthusiast who wishes to explore the fascinating world of blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized applications and distributed systems then this book is for you. Basic familiarity with a beginner-level command of a programming language would be a plus.
Blockchain Technology and Applications
This book illustrates how the blockchain is being sustained through a host of platforms, programming languages, and enabling tools. It details how blockchain is being blended with cloud computing, big data analytics and IoT across all industry verticals.
Managing Information Technology
The discipline of information technology management deals with the management of all the information technology resources of an organization. A few of such resources are computer hardware, software, data, networks and data centre facilities, and the staff that is hired to maintain them. Some of the responsibilities which fall under information technology management are budgeting, change management, organizing and controlling. It also includes various other aspects such as software design, network planning and tech support, etc. A few of the major disciplines within this field are business/IT alignment, IT governance, IT financial management, sourcing and IT configuration management. This textbook presents the complex subject of information technology management in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. Some of the diverse topics covered herein address the varied branches that fall under this category. This book, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in this area at various levels.
Advances in Information and Computer Security
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Workshop on Security, IWSEC 2020, held in Fukui, Japan, in September 2020.* The 15 regular papers and 1 short paper presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 47 submissions. They were organized in topical sections named: symmetric-key cryptography, malicious activity detection, multiparty computation, post quantum cryptography, privacy, pairing-based cryptography, and machine learning. * The conference was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Research Primer for Technical Communication
This fully revised edition provides a practical introduction to research methods for anyone conducting or critically reading technical communication research, complete with exemplars of research articles for study.
Computer Networks and Communications
A computer network is a digital telecommunications network. It involves computing devices that exchange data with each other using connections between nodes. Wireless media such as Wi-Fi or cable media like optic cables or wires are used to establish these data links. Interpersonal communications are facilitated by computer networks, which allow users to communicate easily and efficiently through different means. Shared use of application and storage servers, use of email and instant messaging, access to the World Wide Web, etc. are some of the applications and services supported by computer networks. The wired technologies used for networking include coaxial cable, optical fiber and twisted pair cabling. The wireless technologies include terrestrial microwave communication, radio and spread spectrum technologies, communication satellites and free-space optical communication. This book studies, analyzes and upholds the pillars of computer networks and communication and its utmost significance in modern times. It is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex advancements in this field of study. It will help new researchers by foregrounding their knowledge in this branch.
Handbook of Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing
Computational linguistics deals with the study of the morphology of language as well as its syntax and dynamic use in order to enable machines process human language. There are numerous applications of this field, such as text-to-speech software, speech recognition and grammar checking. The ability of a computer program to understand human language is known as natural language processing. The two main techniques used with natural language processing are semantic and syntax analysis. Some of the syntax techniques are parsing, word segmentation and sentence breaking. The techniques which are associated with semantics are word sense disambiguation, named entity recognition and natural language generation. This book provides significant information of this discipline to help develop a good understanding of computational linguistics and natural language processing. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for graduate and post graduate students.
Happiness is an Option
You can have more joy, less fear, and a brighter future in the era of the internet. In Happiness is an Option, you will learn four simple shifts that will allow you to thrive in these chaotic times, and better yet, why now is the time to usher in a new era! The division and outrage that grips society needs to yield to something that has served us since humans first walked the earth: discovery.We can rediscover what we all have in common and recognize how our differences can actually serve us. We can change the negative dialogue about the world around us, and with that, what's possible in our future.Through remarkable life experiences, Dr. Lynda has learned how we can see ourselves, not as the victims of the internet's chaos but as the solution, if we understand one fundamental secret of the web.Dr. Lynda inspires us with stories from an enormous wave of goodness and progress well underway in a world that few people know about. It's a discovery she calls the Conspiracy of Goodness(TM).With four simple shifts-learned after decades of working alongside thought leaders and innovators who are changing the world-you can start seeing the other side of the story, the one left untold on social media and the 24-hour news cycle.It's still an amazing world.The tools in this book will help you move from a world of division to one of discovery, and show you how we can use our differences in remarkable ways to change the future.Happiness is an option. We can thrive (instead of just survive) in the era of the internet, if we know a few of its secrets.
Practical BootstrapLearn to Develop Responsively with One of the Most Popular CSS Framewor
Learn to use one of the most popular CSS frameworks and build mobile-friendly web pages. Used for numerous websites and applications, Bootstrap is a key tool for modern web development. You will explore the grid system and then be introduced to the power of Bootstrap in practical projects. You'll make navigation bars, use themes and styling, create and manipulate cover pages, admin dashboards, forms, and modal dialogs. You'll learn to use Scrollspy and create tooltips and popovers. Today's web is responsive and Bootstrap continues to be at the forefront with web professionals. Learn by doing with Practical Bootstrap today. What You Will LearnReview how the grid system applies to BootstrapCreate stunning cover pages that encompass a large background imageBuild an admin dashboard page that changes its layout according to a device's display widthWork with the modal HTML markup and its main partsCustomize modal behavior by setting various options using JavaScriptIntegrate Bootstrap JavaScript libraries with your own HTML pageAdd scroll spying functionality to your long-content pagesAdjust the offset and activation point of the scroll sections Who This Book Is For Anyone who wants to learn how to use Bootstrap. You should have knowledge of HTML, CSS and basic JavaScript.
Privileged Attack Vectors
See how privileges, insecure passwords, administrative rights, and remote access can be combined as an attack vector to breach any organization. Cyber attacks continue to increase in volume and sophistication. It is not a matter of if, but when, your organization will be breached. Threat actors target the path of least resistance: users and their privileges. In decades past, an entire enterprise might be sufficiently managed through just a handful of credentials. Today's environmental complexity has seen an explosion of privileged credentials for many different account types such as domain and local administrators, operating systems (Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS, etc.), directory services, databases, applications, cloud instances, networking hardware, Internet of Things (IoT), social media, and so many more. When unmanaged, these privileged credentials pose a significant threat from external hackers and insider threats. We are experiencing an expanding universe of privileged accounts almost everywhere.There is no one solution or strategy to provide the protection you need against all vectors and stages of an attack. And while some new and innovative products will help protect against or detect against a privilege attack, they are not guaranteed to stop 100% of malicious activity. The volume and frequency of privilege-based attacks continues to increase and test the limits of existing security controls and solution implementations. Privileged Attack Vectors details the risks associated with poor privilege management, the techniques that threat actors leverage, and the defensive measures that organizations should adopt to protect against an incident, protect against lateral movement, and improve the ability to detect malicious activity due to the inappropriate usage of privileged credentials. This revised and expanded second edition covers new attack vectors, has updated definitions for privileged access management (PAM), new strategies for defense, tested empirical steps for a successful implementation, and includes new disciplines for least privilege endpoint management and privileged remote access. What You Will LearnKnow how identities, accounts, credentials, passwords, and exploits can be leveraged to escalate privileges during an attack Implement defensive and monitoring strategies to mitigate privilege threats and risk Understand a 10-step universal privilege management implementation plan to guide you through a successful privilege access management journeyDevelop a comprehensive model for documenting risk, compliance, and reporting based on privilege session activity Who This Book Is For Security management professionals, new security professionals, and auditors looking to understand and solve privilege access management problems
Encryption for Organizations and IndividualsBasics of Contemporary and Quantum Cryptograph
Cryptography and encryption aren't just for geeks and spies--they're also part of our daily lives. This book enlightens you with the basics of digital cryptography and covers the must-do practices organizations need to implement when it comes to fending off data theft and eavesdroppers. You will uncover the concepts of digital encryption and examine key digital encryption algorithms and their various applications. Gauging cryptography from an enterprise perspective, you will get an in-depth look at common attacks that can occur in your systems and lean how to counter themMoving on to quantum computing, you will discover how it differs from the current computing paradigm and understand its potential for the future. After clearing the basics, you will take a close look at how quantum computers work in practice. Shifting focus to quantum cryptography, you will learn more about quantum key distribution (QKD) and how it differs from present-day encryption methodologies. You will also consider the current implementations of QKD, including distribution systems by SwissQuantum and QKD-distribution networks provided by the DARPA Quantum Network. Ultimately, you will learn the means of defending against cryptographic attacks in the up-and-coming quantum age, such as utilizing zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) systems.Deepen your knowledge of cryptographic concepts and be introduced to the new paradigm of quantum cryptography with this book. What You Will LearnAppreciate how digital encryption algorithms workSecure your infrastructure from cryptographic attacksUnderstand the basics of quantum information scienceDiscover how cryptography relates to quantum computingImplement Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Who This Book Is ForThis book is aimed at readerswho have an interest in both well-established and up-and-coming types of cryptography, as well as members of organizations to whom privacy is a top priority.
Practical Test AutomationLearn to Use Jasmine, Rspec, and Cucumber Effectively for Your Td
Learn the principles behind test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD) and see how Jasmine, RSpec and Cucumber can be used to your advantage. This book examines some of the leading technologies used for testing. You'll see how to use Jasmine's features to work with a JavaScript application. You will learn how to use Mini Test and RSpec with Ruby and Rubymine. Finally, you'll use Cucumber to develop your software using a BDD approach. Understanding test automation is a vital skill for any web developer. Practical Test Automation breaks down for you some of the important TDD and BDD technologies on the modern web. What You'll Learn Test an example JavaScript application with JasmineUse Jasmine with JS BinWork with Minitest for test-driven developmentTest an example Ruby project with RSpecUse Cucumber and Gherkin for behavior-driven developmentIntegrate Cucumber with RSpec Who This Book Is For This book is for anyone who wants to learn test automation and more about test-driven development and behavior-driven development.
Webpack for Beginners
Learn how to use Webpack from installation to configuration without the hassle of complex examples. Webpack has become one of the most popular module bundlers in recent years; it's widely used by developers, companies, and organizations of all sizes, and many web frameworks use it for the management of their assets. If you are serious about web development these days then you must learn and understand Webpack.You will begin by installing and configuring Webpack, and learn how to write modular code. You'll then move onto understanding the usage of loaders and plugins with practical use cases, how to make aliases and resolve folders, cache busting, and installing third-party libraries such as jQuery, Bootstrap, QuillJS, and more. By the end of this book you will feel confident and ready to start using Webpack in your projects.Free from complex examples and intended to be as easy-to-follow as possible, this book is ideal for anyone who knows basic HTML, JavaScript, and how to work on the command line. Upgrade your developer skillset using Webpack for Beginners today.What You Will LearnInstall and configure Webpack beyond the default settingsEfficiently work with plugins and loadersOptimize Webpack for productionUse instant refreshing with the Webpack dev server and hot module replacementExplore how to install some common JavaScript librariesWho This Book Is For This book is conceived for beginners and newcomers to Webpack, and assumes you have some very basic knowledge in Javascript, HTML and working on the command line. This step-by-step guide will help you understand and clarify everything you need to know to bundle your JavaScript hassle-free.
Decoding Blockchain for BusinessUnderstand the Tech and Prepare for the Blockchain Future
Business professionals looking to understand the impact, future, and limitations of blockchain need look no further. This revolutionary technology has impacted business and the economy in unprecedented ways within the past decade, and it is only continuing to grow. As a leader in your organization, it is vital that you decode blockchain and optimize all the ways in which it can improve your business.Author of Decoding Blockchain for Business, Stijn Van Hijfte, expertly emphasizes the imperative of professionals in any sector of industry to understand the core concepts and implications of blockchain technology. Cryptocurrencies, cryptotrading, and constantly-changing tax structures for financial systems using blockchain technologies are covered in detail. The lasting effects of blockchain across specific industries such as media, real estate, finance, and regulatory bodies are addressed with an insightful eye from Van Hijfte.If not properly implemented with care and a foundation of knowledge, blockchain brings risks and uncertainties to a company. Know your technology to be ready for the present and the future, and stay ahead of the curve. Blockchain is here to stay, and Decoding Blockchain for Business is your professional roadmap. What You Will Learn Discover the risks associated with blockchain if not properly implemented Gain insights on how blockchain technology affects other booming topics such as AI, IoT, and RPA Look at the regulations surrounding Blockchain in different countries Who This Book Is For Business professionals looking to understand the impact, future, and limitations of Blockchain and how individuals and companies should prepare for this technology.
Practical Hapi
Understand the core concepts of hapi and learn to build RESTful APIs that are quick, useful, and productive. Created by the mobile team at Walmart Labs, hapi is a light Node.js framework that is perfect for building API servers, websites, and HTTP proxy applications. With this quick guide, you'll learn the basics of hapi and use those skills to build an application and a REST API with MySQL. You'll then wrap up with a Capstone project of industry relevance, understanding solution design, and how hapi fits into industry relevant projects for data driven apps. Used by companies such as PayPal and Mozilla, hapi is a key framework for anyone serious about enterprise web development. Practical hapi will ensure you focus your time on critical project tasks instead of building infrastructure. What You'll Learn Utilize the power of RESTful APIs and Node.jsBuild your first hapi application based on its core conceptsWork with promises and asynchronous programming effectively Use Sequelize for database connectivityWho This Book Is For Anyone with basic knowledge of JavaScript or Node.js who wants to learn to work with hapi. A primer for the relevant Node.js and JavaScript is provided so those with general programming experience can also use this book.
What Benefits Can Artificial Intelligence Bring to the Road Transportation Sector? An Overview
Seminar paper from the year 2019 in the subject Computer Sciences - Artificial Intelligence, grade: 2,0, University of the Federal Armed Forces M羹nchen, language: English, abstract: AI is taking on more and more tasks in the everyday world. Talking devices and digital assistants, such as Amazon's Alexa or Apple's Siri give consumers easy access to various forms of AI in order to simplify their everyday lives. The distinction between digital chatbots and people are also getting increasingly more difficult. In this paper, the focus will be on the positive reinforcement of society, for the simple reason that writing about the drawbacks as well, will extend the length of this paper beyond the given guidelines. By way of example, which regulations are needed to ensure the protection of the public and fairness in economic competition and how will employment rates be influenced? Likewise, the history of the development of AI will be left out for the same reason. Initially, the author will present definitions of intelligence and a description of AI and its abilities. The subsequent description of functions and various forms of AI are intended to give an overview of the potential of AI. A Practical example of the implementation of AI in the Road transport sector, as well as a conclusion, are bringing the paper to a close.
Svelte 3 Up and Running
Build your first web project using the Svelte framework and deploy it in the cloud with automated testing and CI/CDKey FeaturesA practical guide to building production-ready static web apps with Svelte 3Build faster and leaner frontend and static web apps using the JAMstackDeploy your Svelte 3 app to production using cloud services and DevOps principles such as automated testing and CI/CDDescriptionSvelte is a modern JavaScript framework used to build static web apps that are fast and lean, as well as being fun for developers to use. This book is a concise and practical introduction for those who are new to the Svelte framework which will have you up to speed with building apps quickly, and teach you how to use Svelte 3 to build apps that offer a great app user experience (UX).The book starts with an introduction to Svelte 3, before showing you how to set up your first complete application with the framework. Filled with code samples, each chapter will show you how to write components using the Svelte template syntax and the application programming interfaces (APIs) of the Svelte framework. As you advance, you'll go from scaffolding your project and tool setup all the way through to production with DevOps principles such as automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD). Finally, you'll deploy your application in the cloud with object storage services and a content delivery network (CDN) for best-in-class performance for your users.By the end of this book, you'll have learned how to build and deploy apps using Svelte 3 to solve real-world problems and deliver impressive results.What you will learnUnderstand why Svelte 3 is the go-to framework for building static web apps that offer great UXExplore the tool setup that makes it easier to build and debug Svelte appsScaffold your web project and build apps using the Svelte frameworkCreate Svelte components using the Svelte template syntax and its APIsCombine Svelte components to build apps that solve complex real-world problemsUse Svelte's built-in animations and transitions for creating componentsImplement routing for client-side single-page applications (SPAs)Perform automated testing and deploy your Svelte apps, using CI/CD when applicableWho is this book forThe book is for frontend or full-stack developers looking to build modern web apps with Svelte. Web developers with experience in leading frontend JavaScript frameworks who wish to learn Svelte will find this book useful. The book assumes a solid understanding of JavaScript and core HTML5 technologies. Basic understanding of modern frontend frameworks will be beneficial, but not necessary.
Computing in Communication Networks
Computing in Communication Networks: From Theory to Practice provides comprehensive details and practical implementation tactics on the novel concepts and enabling technologies at the core of the paradigm shift from store and forward (dumb) to compute and forward (intelligent) in future communication networks and systems. The book explains how to create virtualized large scale testbeds using well-established open source software, such as Mininet and Docker. It shows how and where to place disruptive techniques, such as machine learning, compressed sensing, or network coding in a newly built testbed. In addition, it presents a comprehensive overview of current standardization activities. Specific chapters explore upcoming communication networks that support verticals in transportation, industry, construction, agriculture, health care and energy grids, underlying concepts, such as network slicing and mobile edge cloud, enabling technologies, such as SDN/NFV/ ICN, disruptive innovations, such as network coding, compressed sensing and machine learning, how to build a virtualized network infrastructure testbed on one's own computer, and more.
