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Cloud Computingby Christian Baun; Marcel Kunze; Jens Nimis; Stefan Tai
Springer 2011; US$ 39.95Cloud computing is a buzz-word in today's information technology (IT) that nobody can escape. But what is really behind it? There are many interpretations of this term, but no standardized or even uniform definition. Instead, as a result of the multi-faceted viewpoints and the diverse interests expressed by the various stakeholders, cloud computing is perceived as a rather fuzzy concept. With this book, the authors deliver an overview of cloud computing architecture, services, and applications. Their aim is to bring readers up to date on this technology and thus to provide a common basis for discussion, new research, and novel application scenarios. They first introduce the foundation of cloud computing with its basic technologies, such... more...
The Microcontroller Idea Bookby Jan Axelson
Lakeview Research 2002; US$ 19.95This hand-on introduction to microcontrollers includes dozens of examples with program code and circuit designs. more...
An Introduction to Parallel and Vector Scientific Computationby Ronald W. Shonkwiler; Lew Lefton
Cambridge University Press 2006; US$ 41.00In this introductory text, the fundamental algorithms of numerical linear algebra are developed in a parallel context. Topics include direct and iterative methods for solving linear systems, numerical methods for the eigenvector/eigenvalue problem and applications to Monte Carlo methods. more...
Cloud Computingby Brian J.S. Chee
CRC Press 2010; US$ 69.95Modern computing is no longer about devices but is all about providing services, a natural progression that both consumers and enterprises are eager to embrace. As it can deliver those services, efficiently and with quality, at compelling price levels, cloud computing is with us to stay. Ubiquitously and quite definitively, cloud computing is answering the demand for sophisticated, flexible services. "Cloud Computing: Technologies and Strategies of the Ubiquitous Data Center" looks at cloud computing from an IT manager's perspective. It answers basic as well as strategic questions from both a business and a technical perspective so that you can confidently engage both IT and financial assets in making your organization techno-... more...
Computerization in Developing Countriesby Per Lind
Routledge 1990; US$ 180.00The hope that computerization in developing countries would dramatically improve their economies has so far been unrealised. This book examines the difficulties of applying Western models of computerization in the developing world. more...
Real-Time Systemsby Albert M. K. Cheng
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 153.99The first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject rather than a collection of papers. The author is a recognized authority in the field as well as an outstanding teacher lauded for his ability to convey these concepts clearly to many different audiences. A handy reference for practitioners in the field. more...
Handheld Usabilityby Scott Weiss
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2002; US$ 60.00Offering an overview of usability, testing, and information architecture for EPOC, WAP, PDAs, handhelds, and handsets, this how-to guide dives into the details about medium-specific issues and design strategies. * Discusses designing for the current wireless platforms: cellular phones and PDAs * Covers both stand alone as well as Web-based application design * Contains a case study of a usability test more...
TechTV's Technology Survival Guide, Adobe Readerby Lorna Gentry
Pearson Education 2006; US$ 19.99This is the eBook version of the printed book. This keystone to the TechTV Series feeds the readers' personal interests in computer technologies, products, and processes, providing: quick, useful desk reference for general computer facts, trends, technical processes, and recent developments; Tech News, Help and How-Tos, Product Reviews and Previews of the latest developments in software, hardware and gadgets, home and home office management, gaming, and more; entertaining and insightful information and advice for making the most of the digital lifestyle; and up-to-date Guides to Getting Productive with broadband, wireless, and mobile technologies. more...
PCs All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummiesby Mark L. Chambers
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 29.99Covers the most popular PC applications and tools available today, fully revised to include Windows XP, Office "X," Works 7, and basic Internet, digital photography, and home networking Walks the reader through setting up a computer, navigating the Windows desktop, using e-mail, exploring the Internet, and much more Convenient minibook format makes it easy to find desired information quickly more...
Tools and Environments for Parallel and Distributed Computingby Salim Hariri; Manish Parashar
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2004; US$ 140.95An invaluable reference for anyone designing new parallel or distributed systems. Includes detailed case studies of specific systems from Stanford, MIT, and other leading research universities. The authors emphasize performance, surveying all available techniques. more...