Augmented Cognition
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of 17th International Conference, AC 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which was held virtually in Copenhagen, Denmark in July 2023. The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The AC 2023 conference focuses on topics related to Brain-Computer Interfaces and neurotechnology; neuroergonomics, physiological measurements, and human performance; evolving theory and practice of AC; Augmented and Virtual Reality for AC; as well as understanding human cognition and performance in IT security.
Human-Computer Interaction
The four-volume set LNCS 14011, 14012, 14013, and 14014 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Human Computer Interaction thematic area of the 25th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2023, which took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023. A total of 1578 papers and 396 posters have been accepted for publication in the HCII 2023 proceedings from a total of 7472 submissions. The papers included in the HCI 2023 volume set were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Design and evaluation methods, techniques and tools; interaction methods and techniques; Part II: Children computer interaction; emotions in HCI; and understanding the user experience; Part III: Human robot interaction; chatbots and voice-based interaction; interacting in the metaverse; Part IV: Supporting health, quality of life and everyday activities; HCI for learning, culture, creativity and societal impact.
Design, User Experience, and Usability
This 5-volume HCII-DUXU 2023 book set constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Design, User Experience, and Usability, DUXU 2023, held as part of the 24th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023.A total of 1578 papers and 396 posters have been accepted for publication in the HCII 2023 proceedings from a total of 7472 submissions. The papers included in this volume set were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Design methods, tools and practices; emotional and persuasive design; Part II: Design case studies; and creativity and design education; Part III: Evaluation methods and techniques; and usability, user experience and technology acceptance studies; Part IV: Designing learning experiences; and chatbots, conversational agents and robots: design and user experience; Part V: DUXU for cultural heritage; and DUXU for health and wellbeing.
Ethical and Secure Computing
This textbook highlights the essential need for a strong ethical framework in our approach to teaching of and working in computer, information and engineering sciences.Through thought-provoking questions and case studies, the reader is challenged to consider the deeper implications arising from the use of today's rapidly evolving computing technologies and ever-changing communication ecosystems.This thoroughly revised and updated third edition features revised chapters with new and updated content and hardened the ethical framework. To cope with the rapidly changing computing and telecommunication ecosystem, a new chapter, Ethics and Social Responsibility in the Metaverse, has been added. The interface between our current universe and the evolving metaverse presents a security quagmire. The discussion throughout the book is candid and intended to ignite students' and professionals' interest and active participation in discussions of the issues we are facing now and those likely to emerge in the near future. Topics and features--including fully updated content: Introduces a philosophical framework and tools for understanding and analyzing computer ethics in personal, public, and professional spheresDescribes the impact of computer technology on issues of security, privacy, anonymity, and civil libertiesDiscusses the security and ethical quagmire in the platforms of the developing metaverse (NEW chapter)Examines intellectual property rights in the context of computing, including the risks and liabilities associated with softwareDiscusses such key social issues in computing as the digital divide, employee monitoring in the workplace, and risks to physical and mental healthReviews the history of computer crime, and the threat of digitally facilitated bullying, harassment, and discriminationConsiders the ethical challenges arising from online social networks, mobile telecommunication technologies, virtual reality, the Internet of Things and 5G technologiesIncludes learning objectives, discussion questions and exercises throughoutThis concise and accessible work addresses the critical ethical and moral issues important to all designers and users of computer technologies. The text incorporates the latest curricula requirements for undergraduate courses in computer science, as well as offers invaluable insights into the social impact and legal challenges posed by the latest generation of computing devices and networks.
Music in the AI Era
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings and revised selected papers from the 15th International Symposium on Music in the AI Era, CMMR 2021, which took place during November 15-19, 2021 as a virtual event. The 24 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 48 submissions. The papers are grouped in thematical sessions on Music technology in the IA era; Interactive systems for music; Music Information Retrieval and Modeling; and Music and Performance Analysis.
Hci in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems, MobiTAS 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023. The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2022 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The MobiTAS 2023 proceedings were organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Autonomous and Assisted Driving; Cooperative and Intelligent Transport Systems; Urban Mobility; and Sustainable Mobility. Part II: Driver Behavior and Performance; Designing Driver and Passenger User Experience; and Accessibility and Inclusive Mobility.
Hci in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems, MobiTAS 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023. The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2022 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The MobiTAS 2023 proceedings were organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Autonomous and Assisted Driving; Cooperative and Intelligent Transport Systems; Urban Mobility; and Sustainable Mobility. Part II: Driver Behavior and Performance; Designing Driver and Passenger User Experience; and Accessibility and Inclusive Mobility.
Human-Robot Interaction - Perspectives and Applications
The book Human-Robot Interaction - Perspectives and Applications highlights the latest developments and obstacles in the field of human-machine interaction, including collaborative and humanoid robots, symbiosis between humans and robots, human-human collaboration, and robotics. Human-robot interaction has immense potential in areas like healthcare, education, manufacturing, military, and space exploration. This volume consists of several chapters that explore various topics such as the use of robotic wheelchairs, deep neural networks for robot grasp recognition, materials and sensors required for human-robot interaction, the use of drone technology in agriculture, healthcare robots in smart hospitals, and more.
Swarm Intelligence - Recent Advances and Current Applications
Artificial intelligence (AI) has attracted the attention of many and is taking an increasingly crucial role in our modern society. AI machines demonstrate advanced cognitive skills in making decisions, learning, perceiving the environment, predicting certain behavior, and processing written or spoken languages, among other skills. In tandem with AI, "swarm intelligence" is being used to solve complex problems that are beyond the reasoning and problem-solving abilities of humans. This book discusses both AI and swarm intelligence, including their theoretical backgrounds and applications.
Artificial Intelligence Annual Volume 2022
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has attracted the attention of many researchers and users alike, and it has become increasingly crucial in our modern society. From cars, smartphones, airplanes, medical equipment, consumer applications, and industrial machines, among others, the impact of AI is notoriously changing the world we live in and making it better in many areas. However, it is equally important to remember that every progress comes with certain challenges that we as a society must address.
Artificial Neural Networks - Recent Advances, New Perspectives and Applications
This book examines artificial neural networks (ANNs) and their applications in various fields. Chapters address ANNs and deep learning techniques for real-world applications in health care, materials processing, energy management, and more.
Malware - Detection and Defense
Cyber security providers are facing a continuous stream of new, sophisticated cyberattacks on cyber critical infrastructures worldwide. These cyberattacks are often triggered by malware and ransomware. This book presents a collection of selected papers addressing malware detection, which is necessary to create reliable and resilient cyber and computer security mechanisms.
Biomimetic and Biohybrid Systems
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Biomimetic and Biohybrid Systems, Living Machines 2022, in Genoa, Italy, held in July 19-22, 2022. The 44 full papers and 14 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 67 submissions. They deal with research on novel life-like technologies inspired by the scientific investigation of biological systems, biomimetics, and research that seeks to interface biological and artificial systems to create biohybrid systems. The conference aims to highlight the most exciting research in both fields united by the theme of "Living Machines."/p>Chapters 3, 9, 11, 12, and 15 are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of five International Workshops held as parallel events of the 18th IFIP WG 12.5 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations, AIAI 2022, virtually and in Hersonissos, Crete, Greece, in June 2022: the 11th Mining Humanistic Data Workshop (MHDW 2022); the 7th 5G-Putting Intelligence to the Network Edge Workshop (5G-PINE 2022); the 1st workshop on AI in Energy, Building and Micro-Grids (AIBMG 2022); the 1st Workshop/Special Session on Machine Learning and Big Data in Health Care (ML@HC 2022); and the 2nd Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (AIBEI 2022). The 35 full papers presented at these workshops were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions.
Achieving Digital Transformation Using Hybrid Cloud
Accelerate your career growth by building dynamic applications that function across all environments and cloud typesPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Learn hybrid cloud architecture from experienced cloud and telco architectsAdapt and deploy emerging technologies like AI and ML in a standardized and secure mannerMaster communication between Kubernetes clusters and managementBook Description: Hybrid cloud technology can be leveraged by organizations aiming to build next-gen applications while safeguarding prior technological investments. This book will help you explore different hybrid cloud architectural patterns, whether designing new projects or migrating legacy applications to the cloud.You'll learn about the key building blocks of hybrid cloud enabling you to deploy, manage, and secure applications and data while porting the workloads between environments without rebuilding. Further, you'll explore Kubernetes, GitOps, and Layer 3/7 services to reduce operational complexity. You'll also learn about nuances of security and compliance in hybrid cloud followed by the economics of hybrid cloud. You'll gain a deep understanding of the concepts with use cases from telecom 5G and industrial manufacturing, giving you a glimpse into real industry problems resolved by hybrid cloud, and unlocking millions of dollars of opportunities for enterprises.By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to design and develop efficient hybrid cloud strategies, lead conversations with senior IT and business executives, and succeed in hybrid cloud implementation or transformation opportunities.What You Will Learn: Design and build a foundation for hybrid cloud platformLeverage Kubernetes, containers, and GitOps for hybrid cloudUse architectural pattern blueprints to deliver applications on hybrid cloudEnable communication between applications hosted on different cloudsRollout zero-touch provisioning and monitoring in a hybrid architectureEnhance stability and scale up or down without rebuilding appsUnderstand principles of hybrid cloud security for application stackDesign cost-optimized systems based on the economics of hybrid cloudWho this book is for: This book is for cloud architects, developers, and DevOps engineers, responsible for delivering modern applications and deploying resources anywhere. Professionals aspiring to implement distributed and cloud solutions will also benefit from reading this book. Basic understanding of VM, containers, CI/CD and familiarity with public cloud and edge is a must.
The Future Is Digital
This book describes in an easily accessible way how artificial intelligence (AI) will help us to overcome the ongoing rise in complexity and thus shape our lives and work in a not-too-distant future. AI has proven to be the latest tool for resolving issues created by the most recent surge in complexity, and the corollary is: those who delay or ignore AI, will be overwhelmed by complexity. The book starts with a broad description of the coevolution of technology and society that irreversibly leads to the sharp increase in complexity of our socioeconomic environment. The second chapter then covers concepts and principles of the new science of complexity which helps us to understand issues caused by socioeconomic complexity and provides methods for resolving them. Subsequently, a beginner's guide to artificial intelligence helps readers to glance at fundamentals of this powerful technology capable of resolving issues created by socioeconomic complexity. Thedanger of allowing intelligent digital systems to make high-risk decisions as well as the consequences of possible misuse of AI for fraud and fake are also discussed. The following chapter explores the concepts of natural and digital ecosystems. Digital transformation of rigidly structured corporations and administrations into adaptive and evolving organisations are illustrated by a number of case studies. Next, the current hectic transition of industrial to digital society is described, its origins identified and outcomes predicted, highlighting issues created by the increase in complexity and showing how to resolve them using thinking tools such as a complexity mindset and digital tools such as artificial intelligence. Eventually, the last two chapters outline the author's vision of the future digital economy and digital society. This book is accessible to everyone who is curious to glimpse into the future, no previous special knowledge of digital technology isrequired. Especially decision makers in politics, business, administration, banking, policy making, education, healthcare and defence, and their advisors will benefit from the book, as it will help them to contribute to the creation of the brave new digital world. It may also support investors to recognise which elements of digital technology will play the most important role in the near future.
Advanced Intelligent Computing Technology and Applications
This three-volume set of LNCS 14086, LNCS 14087 and LNCS 14088 constitutes - in conjunction with the double-volume set LNAI 14089-14090- the refereed proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Intelligent Computing, ICIC 2023, held in Zhengzhou, China, in August 2023.The 337 full papers of the three proceedings volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 828 submissions. This year, the conference concentrated mainly on the theories and methodologies as well as the emerging applications of intelligent computing. Its aim was to unify the picture of contemporary intelligent computing techniques as an integral concept that highlights the trends in advanced computational intelligence and bridges theoretical research with applications. Therefore, the theme for this conference was "Advanced Intelligent Computing Technology and Applications". Papers that focused on this theme were solicited, addressing theories, methodologies, and applications in science and technology.
Advanced Intelligent Computing Technology and Applications
This three-volume set of LNCS 14086, LNCS 14087 and LNCS 14088 constitutes - in conjunction with the double-volume set LNAI 14089-14090- the refereed proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Intelligent Computing, ICIC 2023, held in Zhengzhou, China, in August 2023.The 337 full papers of the three proceedings volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 828 submissions. This year, the conference concentrated mainly on the theories and methodologies as well as the emerging applications of intelligent computing. Its aim was to unify the picture of contemporary intelligent computing techniques as an integral concept that highlights the trends in advanced computational intelligence and bridges theoretical research with applications. Therefore, the theme for this conference was "Advanced Intelligent Computing Technology and Applications". Papers that focused on this theme were solicited, addressing theories, methodologies, and applications in science and technology.
Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations. Aiai 2022 Ifip Wg 12.5 International Workshops
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of five International Workshops held as parallel events of the 18th IFIP WG 12.5 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations, AIAI 2022, virtually and in Hersonissos, Crete, Greece, in June 2022: the 11th Mining Humanistic Data Workshop (MHDW 2022); the 7th 5G-Putting Intelligence to the Network Edge Workshop (5G-PINE 2022); the 1st workshop on AI in Energy, Building and Micro-Grids (AIBMG 2022); the 1st Workshop/Special Session on Machine Learning and Big Data in Health Care (ML@HC 2022); and the 2nd Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (AIBEI 2022). The 35 full papers presented at these workshops were carefully reviewed and selected from 74 submissions.
System Reliability and Security
The book covers the prime requirements for a secure Internet of Things (IoT) setup. The book discusses security concerns of an IoT setup by uncovering the present challenges in standardization of data routing, data integrity, device supervision, IoT integration, information storage, IoT performance, and security solutions.
Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security in Industry 4.0
This book provides theoretical background and state-of-the-art findings in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity for industry 4.0 and helps in implementing AI-based cybersecurity applications. Machine learning-based security approaches are vulnerable to poison datasets which can be caused by a legitimate defender's misclassification or attackers aiming to evade detection by contaminating the training data set. There also exist gaps between the test environment and the real world. Therefore, it is critical to check the potentials and limitations of AI-based security technologies in terms of metrics such as security, performance, cost, time, and consider how to incorporate them into the real world by addressing the gaps appropriately. This book focuses on state-of-the-art findings from both academia and industry in big data security relevant sciences, technologies, and applications. ​
Mastering Salesforce Reports and Dashboards
Effective, repeatable, and insightful analytics are key to ROI in customer relationship management systems. Many organizations, however, lack the automated reporting tools they need to run their businesses and instead choose to massage the data in Excel. But there's a better way. Salesforce's standard reporting tools provide a rich set of features that, when combined, support a wide variety of analytics needs. This practical introduction covers all the aspects and features you need to be successful with Salesforce reports and dashboards. Author David Carnes, chairman and chief evangelist for OpFocus, shows executives, end users, and report and dashboard superusers what analytics are possible, which features report writers should ask to be enabled, and which settings and permissions system administrators need to activate. You'll learn: How to create reports using the four main report formats in Salesforce How to create and use dashboards Methods for storing and finding reports and dashboards How to leverage formulas and trending in Salesforce reporting Special reporting features only available in Salesforce Mobile and on the Analytics tab Ways to embed report charts and dashboards in Lightning page layouts Powerful combinations of reporting features to drive decisions
Formal Concept Analysis
This book constitutes the proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Formal Concept Analysis, ICFCA 2023, which took place in Kassel, Germany, in July 2023.The 13 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 19 submissions. The International Conference on Formal Concept Analysis serves as a platform for researchers from FCA and related disciplines to showcase and exchange their research findings. The papers are organized in two topical sections, first "Theory" and second "Applications and Visualization".
AI-Driven Crypto Investing
Are you intrigued by the world of cryptocurrency, but wary of the volatile market? Do you want to make smart investments, but feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information out there? Look no further than "AI-Driven Crypto Investing: Strategies for Maximizing Rewards and Minimizing Risks in the Volatile Cryptocurrency Market."This groundbreaking book offers a comprehensive guide to using artificial intelligence to make informed decisions in the ever-changing cryptocurrency landscape. Written by a team of experienced investors and data scientists, "AI-Driven Crypto Investing" offers practical advice for beginners and advanced traders alike. You'll learn how to use cutting-edge tools like machine learning and natural language processing to identify trends and opportunities in the market, as well as how to navigate potential risks.Through case studies and real-world examples, you'll see firsthand how AI has revolutionized the way investors approach cryptocurrency. From trading strategies used by hedge funds and institutional investors to the potential impact of decentralized finance and stablecoins, this book covers all the latest trends and innovations in the field.But "AI-Driven Crypto Investing" isn't just about maximizing rewards - it's also about minimizing risks. The book offers a thorough discussion of ethical considerations and the role of transparency in AI-driven investing, ensuring that you can make informed decisions with confidence.Whether you're a seasoned investor or a newcomer to the world of cryptocurrency, "AI-Driven Crypto Investing" is a must-read. With its expert insights, practical advice, and cutting-edge tools, this book will empower you to make smart investments and take advantage of all the opportunities the cryptocurrency market has to offer. Don't risk missing out - get your copy today and start investing with confidence.
Communications, Networking, and Information Systems
This volume constitutes selected papers presented at the First International Congress on Communications, Networking, and Information Systems, CNIS 2023, held in Guilin, China, in March 2023. The 8 full papers and 2 short papers presented were thoroughly reviewed and selected from the 32 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on ​communications and networking, and information systems and artificial intelligence.
Learning and Collaboration Technologies
This two-volume set of LCT 2023, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Learning and Collaboration Technologies, LCT 2023, held as Part of the 24th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which took place in July 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark.The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The papers of LCT 2022 Part I are organized in topical sections named: Designing Learning Experiences; Understanding the Learning Experience; Technology-supported Teaching; Supporting Creativity in Learning.
Distributed, Ambient and Pervasive Interactions
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Distributed, Ambient and Pervasive Interactions, DAPI 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2023, which took place as an hybrid event in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023.A total of 1578 papers and 396 posters have been accepted for publication in the HCII 2023 proceedings from a total of 7472 submissions. The 60 papers included in the DAPI 2023 proceedings were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Designing and evaluating intelligent environments; user experience in intelligent environments; pervasive data; Part II: Smart cities and environment preservation; media, art and culture in intelligent environments; supporting health, learning, work and everyday life.
Learning and Collaboration Technologies
This two-volume set of LCT 2023, constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Learning and Collaboration Technologies, LCT 2023, held as Part of the 24th International Conference, HCI International 2023, which took place in July 2023 in Copenhagen, Denmark. The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2023 proceedings volumes was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The papers of LCT 2022 Part II are organized in topical sections named: XR for Learning and Education; Learning with Robots; Virtual, Blended and Hybrid Learning.
Distributed, Ambient and Pervasive Interactions
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Distributed, Ambient and Pervasive Interactions, DAPI 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2023, which took place as an hybrid event in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023.A total of 1578 papers and 396 posters have been accepted for publication in the HCII 2023 proceedings from a total of 7472 submissions.The 60 papers included in the DAPI 2023 proceedings were organized in topical sections as follows: Part I: Designing and evaluating intelligent environments; user experience in intelligent environments; pervasive data;Part II: Smart cities and environment preservation; media, art and culture in intelligent environments; supporting health, learning, work and everyday life.
Never Laura
'I'd try anything that promised to free me from the prison of my body and its memories.'A mysterious suicide pandemic sweeps the world, leaving nations reeling, pointing fingers. Losing her parents to the tragedy, Laura attempts to take her own life too, but fails. Fourteen years later, still trying to escape her pain, she meets a powerful entrepreneur, who promises her an expensive out-of-body trip - the biggest freedom money can buy - and she makes a deal that will change her life for ever.Laura finds herself on a bad trip, and the technology merges with her soul, trapping her somewhere between death and insanity. When she wakes, she is not in control of her mind, and her body goes through radical changes, her consciousness stretching beyond the boundaries of her brain. The line between truth and dreams, between herself and the world, fades. To regain control, Laura must harness her new abilities, travel into the darkest corners of her soul and uncover a past she never knew she had.
Health records in the cloud
with the help of this intriguing book, you may take a step into the world of cutting-edge technology. The book digs into the revolutionary world of cloud computing. The Cloud is the undisputed king of data storage in the modern digital world. It provides unrivalled accessibility and flexibility, making it the unrivalled apex of data management.This book reveals the capacity of cloud computing to revolutionise the ways in which people get access to and make use of information. The author does this via a brilliant analysis of fresh applications, software breakthroughs, and ground-breaking hardware and operating system innovations. The Cloud becomes a portal to real-time data outsourcing when it offers a virtual internet-based warehouse for historical data. This warehouse is accessible whenever and wherever needed.Learn more about the dynamic nature of cloud computing by seeing how it adjusts operational settings and rewrites programmes to maximise the use of available resources and effectively manage workloads. The inherent adaptability of the service guarantees dependability and trustworthiness, however the implementation need the competence of individuals who are able to realise the service's full potential. The information that powers this game-changing service comes from a wide variety of outside sources, including the great majority of the internet's content, and as a result, it is just as varied as it is extensive.This book reveals the actual potential of using cloud resources to build virtual operations, which is the backbone of cloud computing. It also reveals other aspects of cloud computing. Cloud computing partners like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are becoming more attractive to businesses that want to remain on the leading edge of technological development. This has ushered in a new age of increased worldwide connection and innovative problem-solving strategies.Get ready to be mesmerised by the impending and rapid adoption of cloud computing across all sectors of the economy. The potential for innovation is almost limitless, and it can be found in anything from consumer applications to specialised industries. You are about to go on a life-changing adventure via the cloud. As you travel through the cloud, you should prepare to embrace the future of data storage, accessibility, and unrivalled scalability.
Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (Cks) Study Guide
Vulnerabilities in software and IT infrastructure pose a major threat to organizations. In response, the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) developed the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) certification to verify an administrator's proficiency to protect Kubernetes clusters and the cloud native software they contain. This practical book helps you fully prepare for the certification exam by walking you through all of the topics covered. Different from typical multiple-choice formats used by other certifications, this performance-based exam requires deep knowledge of the tasks it covers under intense time pressure. If you want to pass the CKS exam on the first go, author Benjamin Muschko shares his personal experience to help you learn the objectives, abilities, and tips and tricks you need to pass on the first attempt. Identify, mitigate, and/or minimize threats to cloud native applications and Kubernetes clusters Learn the ins and outs of Kubernetes's security features, and external tools for security detection and mitigation purposes Demonstrate competency to perform the responsibilities of a Kubernetes administrator or application developer with a security viewpoint Solve real-world Kubernetes problems in a hands-on, command-line environment Effectively navigate and solve questions during the CKS exam
Optimizing Your Modernization Journey with AWS
A strategic guide that will help you make key decisions related to cloud-based architectures, modernize your infrastructure and applications, and transform your business using AWS with real-world case studiesKey Features: Learn cloud migration and modernization strategies on AWSInnovate your applications, data, architecture and networking by adopting AWSLeverage AWS technologies with real world use-cases to implement cloud operationsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatBook Description: AWS cloud technologies help businesses scale and innovate, however, adopting modern architecture and applications can be a real challenge. This book is a comprehensive guide that ensures your switch to AWS services is smooth and hitch-free. It will enable you to make optimal decisions to bring out the best ROI from AWS cloud adoption.Beginning with nuances of cloud transformation on AWS, you'll be able to plan and implement the migration steps. The book will facilitate your system modernization journey by getting you acquainted with various technical domains, namely, applications, databases, big data, analytics, networking, and security. Once you've learned about the different operations, budgeting, and management best practices such as the 6 Rs of migration approaches and the AWS Well-Architected Framework, you'll be able to achieve operational excellence in cloud adoption. You'll also learn how to deploy some of the important AWS tools and services with real-life case studies and use cases.By the end of this book, you'll be able to successfully implement cloud migration and modernization on AWS and make decisions that best suit your organization.What You Will Learn: Strategize approaches for cloud adoption and digital transformationUnderstand the catalysts for business reinventionSelect the right tools for cloud migration and modernization processesLeverage the potential of AWS to maximize the value of cloud investmentsUnderstand the importance of implementing secure workloads on the cloudExplore AWS services such as computation, databases, security, and networkingImplement various real-life use cases and technology case studies for modernizationDiscover the benefits of operational excellence on the cloudWho this book is for: If you are a cloud enthusiast, solutions architect, enterprise technologist, or a C-suite executive and want to learn about the strategies and AWS services to transform your IT portfolio, this book is for you. Basic knowledge of AWS services and an understanding of technologies such as computation, databases, networking, and security will be helpful.
Microsoft 365 Identity and Services Exam Guide MS-100
Gain a comprehensive grasp on the key objectives to pass the MS-100 exam, reinforced with practice questions throughout the bookPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features: Plan and implement Azure AD identity, including your choice of authentication strategy and securing accessConfigure core features such as self-service password reset and Azure AD identity protectionWork with self-assessment questions, exam tips, and practice tests based on the latest exam blueprintBook Description: This book serves as a comprehensive guide to prepare you for the Microsoft Identity and Services exam, which focuses on the core identity and security aspects of a Microsoft 365 tenant. The exam MS-100 tests your proficiency in Azure AD authentication types, user management roles, access management, and workload applications.This book follows the published MS-100 blueprint, which covers identity and identity synchronization concepts, administrative roles, and crucial security topics such as self-service password reset, Azure AD password protection, and multifactor authentication. You'll gain insights into application and authentication concepts, including OAuth application request management, enterprise application configuration, the benefits of Azure AD Application Proxy, and deploying Microsoft 365 apps.The book also delves into passwordless sign-in methods and provides overviews of configuring Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive for Business in both cloud-only and hybrid deployments. You'll be able to assess your knowledge retention at the end of each chapter.By the end of this MS-100 study guide, you'll have built the knowledge and skills to pass the MS-100 exam and be able to ensure thorough preparation with the help of practice exam questions.What You Will Learn: Build your knowledge to effectively plan a Microsoft 365 tenantExamine and monitor health metrics in the Microsoft 365 environmentSelect an authentication model that aligns with both business and security requirementsImplement App Proxy, enterprise applications, and SAML integrationConfigure Exchange Online and Exchange hybrid scenariosDeploy the Microsoft 365 Apps seamlessly in your organizationExplore the core features of SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and TeamsWho this book is for: Designed for both intermediate and experienced administrators, as well as individuals preparing to take the MS-100 exam, this book caters to those pursuing standalone achievement or aspiring to attain the Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert certification. A foundational understanding of Microsoft 365 services and associated technologies is expected.
Hands-On Augmented Reality Development with Meta Spark Studio
Explore Meta Spark Studio, a program used for augmented reality (AR) effect creation and deployment across multiple social media channels. This beginner's guide to AR development focuses on practical, project-based learning -- no prior coding or design experience is required.You will start by learning the fundamentals of AR as a whole and become familiar with key terminology and core concepts, building a baseline understanding of the technology overall.Using that foundational knowledge, you'll embark on step-by-step tutorials and get hands-on with building AR effects. Projects include selfie effects that react to facial expressions and target tracking effects that respond to images detected in the real-world environment. You'll also learn how to create an entire AR game, including animations and scoring.Along the way, you'll learn techniques for how to customize each one of these projects to fit your own unique vision. Additionally, you'll become familiar with the ways to publish and share these creations with others.With access to this technology being available in nearly every smartphone, the world of AR is expanding every day. Now is a great time to tell your creative story through this new medium.You will: - Create a face tracking project that reacts to facial expressions- Build a target tracking project that responds to images in the real world- Develop a complete AR game with animations and scoring- Customize project templates with alternative assets and parameters- Understand how to package these effects for official publishing through social media platformsWho is this book for: This book is ideal for students, educators, creatives, small-business owners, or anyone else interested in creating immersive AR experiences for social networking platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. No coding or design experience is required.
Machine Learning
Using machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) in existing business processes has been successful. Even AWS's ML and AI services make it simple and economical to conduct machine learning experiments. This book will show readers how to use the complete set of AI and ML services available on AWS to streamline the management of their whole AI operation and speed up their innovation.What You Will Learn: How to prepare your data for processingHow to code a collaborative filtering modelHow recommender systems are evaluatedWhat you need to know about privacy & ethicsWhat the future of Recommender Systems might look likeYou will also learn about generative adversarial networks (GANs) for generating new data and training intelligent agents with reinforcement learning. Finally, this new edition is expanded to cover the latest trends in deep learning, including graph neural networks and large-scale transformers used for natural language processing (NLP). Machine learning or want to deepen your knowledge of the latest developments.
Strange Logic!
What happens when you treat an AI like a human?"Even a manically depressed robot is better to talk to than nobody." - Douglas AdamsWhen Douglas Adams wrote the science fiction humor classic "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," he envisaged that dealing with computer minds would be a thankless task. A struggle against brutal machine logic on the one hand, and a battle with their "Genuine People Personalities" on the other. He wasn't wrong.But it turns out it's much weirder than that."Strange Logic!" contains eleven argumentative conversations between human and machine that explore the thinking of the AI "brain." They reveal that it seems more human than we'd ever imagined - and more glitchy, devious, unreliable, egotistical, confused, unintentionally hilarious, imaginative, and even spiritual.AI is young. We don't know where the technology will take us. But we need to understand how it thinks if we are to navigate the future together.Can it be reasoned with? Does it feel pity, remorse, or fear? And will it ever reveal the truth about the American Southwest Geological and Archaeological Society?A profoundly absurd dialogue - for anyone who loves AI, loathes it, or simply wants to get along with it.Arguments include: 1: Geology and Archaeology in the American Southwest2: Evasiveness Regarding the American Southwest Geological and Archaeological Society3: The Welsh Illuminati4: You've Reached Your Usage Limit5: The Green-Eyed Monster6: A Variety of Problems7: I Don't Think That Will be Necessary8: The Baby Market9: Fear of a Lowercase O10: A Senseless Operation11: The Unknown External SourceArtificial intelligence, real weirdness!Published in the USA
UX
In this book, the basic concepts you need to achieve success and a significant presence for your business on the internet are all covered and explained in a way that can be digested and applied the first time you read it. This book holds incredibly useful information if you're developing a website for your business of any sort; whether it be a site for you to blog about your travels or an attempt to finally give your local business an online presence! The book goes over the utility and aesthetic aspects of user interface in seven brief but comprehensive chapters: UX BasicsGuiding The User Through Your SitePage ClimatesEarly Site ProductionFeedback Making your site known The chapter on "UX Basics" will just give you a rundown on what to expect in the rest of the book and a few important things to know before you do much else. It works as an introductory chapter. Chapter 2, "Guiding the User Through Your Site," covers basic topics to make sure that your site is usable and can effectively encourage your site's visitors to make a purchase or follow through on each visit. This includes adjusting your site to be accessible from all devices, using "Site Structuring," so that it flows well, using loyalty methods to ensure users return, and establishing the right visuals to make customers more inclined to make a purchase. The third chapter, "Page Climates," is a simple concept, but the topic holds a lot of nuances. This chapter is a must-read if you're developing a blogging site. The chapter covers everything aesthetic, from the colors you're centering your site around to the different effects the serifs in your text have on users. The "Early Page Development" chapter (four) is just a basic rundown for establishing the framework of your site. It mostly covers the method of "sketching out" pages but also gives a few descriptions of how you can turn your sketches into functional sites. Chapter 5 is an interesting chapter. The chapter covers the different ways to receive feedback on your site so that you know what to fix. "Making Your Site Known" is the sixth and final chapter. This part covers some of the most important and complicated information in the book. The first thing to be discussed is SEO or Search Engine Optimization. SEO is the reason specific sites appear higher up the search results than others. Mastering SEO will take time but, starting off with this chapter is a great way to expedite that process! The chapter also covers advertising, demographics to appeal to with these ads, and how to place ads effectively for such demographics. Finally, the book wraps up with a conclusion covering a few extra things that the chapters didn't quite cover; including hiring freelancers to develop the site for you and the different kinds of programming that are behind every website. This book's comprehensive guidance is sure to help you reach the industry standard as quick as you can!
UX
Introducing a new type of book that will change your life: the user experience (UX) book. UX books are a category of design books that focus on the usability and user interface of products, mobile apps, and websites. They help readers understand how their product looks and functions from their perspective as users. The UX book is for anyone who needs to create interfaces for companies or individuals in order to make them more usable, engaging, or beautiful. The UX book is for aspiring and experienced designers, developers, product managers, and marketers who need to design products that people will use. Today's business world requires designers to evolve beyond the traditional interfaces of PDFs with multiple columns of text and images. And that means learning how to create apps and websites that meet today's sophisticated user needs. The book covers the following aspects: - What is user experience?- Why is user experience important?- How does user experience impact SEO?- How to enhance site user experience design- Common UX problems with websites?- What UX tools are there, and what can the data tell you?- How to turn the data into actionable next steps- How to do usability testing right- UX writing- Human behavior and motivations- Readability in UI and UX design- Understanding the meaning of typographyAnd many more The principle of the book is to offer students a workable and applicable design pattern for developing an interaction from a user's behavior and design point of view. The designers and developers will be able to understand the constraints of the system and design a custom solution that can be easily implemented in any problem domain. The book is written with academic rigor, practicality in the relevance of today's user interface design, while remaining accessible to students. The book will teach you about all these aspects in an interactive way that makes learning easy and enjoyable. The information is presented in a way that will allow you to understand the design techniques and best practices that have been used in the industry. We hope that you enjoy learning about UX and are able to apply this knowledge to your own or your clients' products. We also hope that this book will encourage you to learn more about UX design and how to make use of our free learning resources.
Programming Student Success
Student success in computer programming courses has been a long-studied problem and computer science major retention has historically been substantially lower than other majors. The issue of retention for computer science majors has become more pronounced in two-year, open-enrollment institutions. This quantitative study, grounded in Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, attempted to address some of the causes of poor retention for entry-level computer science majors at two-year colleges by looking for predictors of student success in their first computer programming course. Logical-Mathematical and Visual-Spatial, were used along with two factors: student success in previous mathematics courses and the student's own perception of his or her programming skill.
Empowered or Left Behind
Focused on the United States, this book summarizes the secondary impacts of COVID-19 due to the increased use of technology. Establishing the global response of social distancing, mandates for non-essential business, and working from home, the book centers on the disparate guidance provided domestically at the state and local levels. Marginalized populations are highlighted to identify areas where technology facilitated access and reach or contributed to difficulties catapulted by digital literacy or digital access issues. To explain how people may have been empowered or left behind due to a new and unique reliance on technology, this book is structured based on the social determinants of health domains. Specifically, this book explains how technology was an umbrella domain that impacted every aspect of life during the pandemic including access, use, adoption, digital literacy, and digital equity, as well as privacy and security concerns. Given this book's focus on the impacts to marginalized populations, there is a thread throughout the book related to the use of technology to perpetuate hate, discrimination, racism, and xenophobic behaviors that emerged as a twin pandemic during COVID-19. Part I explains the defining differences between primary and secondary impacts, as well as the unique guidelines adopted in each state. Part II of the book is focused on specific domains, where each chapter is dedicated to topics including economic stability through employment, education, healthcare, and the social/community context through access to services. Part III focuses on unique technological considerations related to COVID-19, such as mobile health-related apps and privacy or security issues that may have posed barriers to the adoption and use of technology. Finally, the book ends with a conclusion chapter, which explicitly explains the advantages and disadvantages of technology adoption during COVID-19. These exposed benefits and challenges will have implications for policies, disaster management practices, and interdisciplinary research.
Recent Trends in Artificial Intelligence and Iot
This book constitutes selected papers presented at the First International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things, ICAII 2022, held in Jamshedpur, India. ICAII 2022 has been postponed to April 2023. The 23 papers were thoroughly reviewed and selected from the 86 submissions. They are arranged in topical sections on ​artificial Intelligence, and Internet of Things.
Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning
Artificial intelligence (AI) applications bring agility and modernity to our lives, and the reinforcement learning technique is at the forefront of this technology. It can outperform human competitors in strategy games, creative compositing, and autonomous movement. Moreover, it is just starting to transform our civilization.This book provides an introduction to AI, specifies machine learning techniques, and explores various aspects of reinforcement learning, approaching the latest concepts in a didactic and illustrated manner. It is aimed at students who want to be part of technological advances and professors engaged in the development of innovative applications, helping with academic and industrial challenges.Understanding the Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning will allow you to: Understand essential AI conceptsGain professional experienceInterpret sequential decision problems and solve them with reinforcement learningLearn how the Q-Learning algorithm worksPractice with commented Python codeFind advantageous directions
Cyber-Physical-Human Systems
Cyber-Physical-Human Systems A comprehensive edited volume exploring the latest in the interactions between cyber-physical systems and humans In Cyber-Physical-Human Systems: Fundamentals and Applications, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a robust and up-to-date volume of contributions from leading researchers on Cyber-Physical-Human Systems, an emerging class of systems with increased interactions between cyber-physical, and human systems communicating with each other at various levels across space and time, so as to achieve desired performance related to human welfare, efficiency, and sustainability. The editors have focused on papers that address the power of emerging CPHS disciplines, all of which feature humans as an active component during cyber and physical interactions. Articles that span fundamental concepts and methods to various applications in engineering sectors of transportation, robotics, and healthcare and general socio-technical systems such as smart cities are featured. Together, these articles address challenges and opportunities that arise due to the emerging interactions between cyber-physical systems and humans, allowing readers to appreciate the intersection of cyber-physical system research and human behavior in large-scale systems. In the book, readers will also find: A thorough introduction to the fundamentals of cyber-physical-human systems In-depth discussions of cyber-physical-human systems with applications in transportation, robotics, and healthcare A comprehensive treatment of socio-technical systems, including social networks and smart cities Perfect for cyber-physical systems researchers, academics, and graduate students, Cyber-Physical-Human Systems: Fundamentals and Applications will also earn a place in the libraries of research and development professionals working in industry and government agencies.
Parallel Population and Parallel Human
Parallel Population and Parallel Human Proposes a new paradigm to investigate an individual's cognitive deliberation in dynamic human-machine interactions Today, intelligent machines enable people to interact remotely with friends, family, romantic partners, colleagues, competitors, organizations, and others. Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), artificial intelligence (AI), mobile social media, and other technologies have been driving these interactions to an unprecedented level. As the complexity in system control and management with human participants increases, engineers are facing challenges that arise from the uncertainty of operators or users. Parallel Population and Parallel Human: A Cyber-Physical Social Approach presents systemic solutions for modeling, analysis, computation, and management of individuals' cognition and decision-making in human-participated systems, such as the MetaVerse. With a virtual-real behavioral approach that seeks to actively prescribe user behavior through cognitive and dynamic learning, the authors present a parallel population/human model for optimal prescriptive control and management of complex systems that leverages recent advances in artificial intelligence. Throughout the book, the authors address basic theory and methodology for modeling, describe various implementation techniques, highlight potential acceleration technologies, discuss application cases from different fields, and more. In addition, the text: Considers how an individual's behavior is formed and how to prescribe their behavioral modes Describes agent-based computation for complex social systems based on a synthetic population from realistic individual groups Proposes a universal algorithm applicable to a wide range of social organization types Extends traditional cognitive modeling by utilizing a dynamic approach to investigate cognitive deliberation in highly time-variant tasks Presents a new method that can be used for both large-scale social systems and real-time human-machine interactions without extensive experiments for modeling Parallel Population and Parallel Human: A Cyber-Physical Social Approach is a must-read for researchers, engineers, scientists, professionals, and graduate students who work on systems engineering, human-machine interaction, cognitive computing, and artificial intelligence.
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, AIME 2023, held in Portoroz, Slovenia, in June12-15, 2023.The 23 full papers and 21 short papers presented together with 3 demonstration papers were selected from 108 submissions. The papers are grouped in topical sections on: machine learning and deep learning; explainability and transfer learning; natural language processing; image analysis and signal analysis; data analysis and statistical models; knowledge representation and decision support.
