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CNET Do-It-Yourself PC Upgrade Projects

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:38:01 +0000

Now you can get the most out of your PC with the fun and practical projects packed inside this easy-to-follow guide. Produced in conjunction with CNET.com, the place you go for the latest in tech and consumer electronics, this book shows you how to exploit the media, communications, networking, and security features of your PC. You’ll also find out how to add powerful hardware and software, improve performance, and expand your computer’s capabilities.
Inside, you’ll find 24 self-contained projects, clear step-by-step instructions, a list of tools needed at the beginning of each project, and hundreds of helpful photos and screenshots. With CNET Do-It-Yourself PC Upgrade Projects, you’ll be able to take your PC to peak performance–and beyond.

Physical Computing: Sensing and Controlling the Physical World with Computers

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:37:02 +0000

The computer revolution has made it easy for people with little to no technical training to use a computer for such everyday tasks as typing a letter, saving files, or recording data. But what about more imaginative purposes such as starting your car, opening a door, or tracking the contents of your refrigerator? “Physical Computing” will not only change the way you use your computer, it will change the way you think about your computer-how you view its capabilities, how you interact with it, and how you put it to work for you. It’s time to bridge the gap between the physical and the virtual-time to use more than just your fingers to interact with your computer. Step outside of the confines of the basic computer and into the broader world of computing.

Cabling: The Complete Guide to Copper and Fiber-Optic Networking

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:35:49 +0000

Two books in one! Complete coverage of data cabling and fiber optics makes this the most comprehensive cabling book on the market
With the growing demand for fiber optics in large–scale communications networks, network professionals need complete, up–to–the–minute information. The fourth edition of this popular guide provides you with the latest on copper and fiber–optic networking. It is particularly useful for those studying for the Fiber Optics Installer or Fiber Optics Technician certifications.
Part I covers the basics of cabling, while Part II is devoted to in–depth information on fiber optics, allowing you to stay up to speed on all aspects of the field.

MacBook Pro Portable Genius By Brad Miser

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:32:34 +0000

The Genius is in.
You don′t have to be a genius to use a MacBook Pro. But if you want to get the very most out of yours, put this savvy Portable Genius guide to work and start ramping up the pace. Want to run Windows applications and still benefit from Leopard®? Set up a local network? Communicate with iChat®? Add more data storage? You′ll find cool and useful Genius tips, full–color screenshots, and pages of easy–to–access shortcuts and tools that will save you loads of time and let you enjoy your MacBook Pro to the max.
Brad Miser has written more than 25 books about computers and related technology, including Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook. He has also written numerous articles in MacAddict magazine and has been a featured speaker on various topics at Macworld Expo, at user group meetings, and in other venues.
Portable GENIUS
Fun, hip, and straightforward, the new Portable Genius series gives forward–thinking Apple users useful information in handy, compact books that are easy to navigate and don′t skimp on the essentials. Collect the whole series and make the most of your Apple digital lifestyle

iPhone for Dummies By Edward C. Baig, Bob LeVitus

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:30:06 +0000

Congratulations! The iPhone you just bought is one heck of a wireless telephone, complete with a capable 2–megapixel digital camera. But it’s way more than that: it′s also a gorgeous widescreen video iPod and the smallest, most powerful Internet communications device yet. So now that you′ve got it, what do you do with it? That′s where iPhone For Dummies comes in.
Apple’s iPhone, puts the world virtually in your pocket. But because it does so much, there’s a lot to know about using it! This full–color guide shows you how to find and play music and videos; use the full–featured keyboard; get driving directions and stock quotes; send e–mail; take, browse, and organize photos; work with contacts and appointments — and even talk on the phone. You′ll find out how to:
Activate your own service
Master the multitouch interface
Turn on the speaker phone
Use Visual Voicemail
Get video, podcasts, and RSS feeds
Surf the Web with your iPhone
Browse your iTunes library and create playlists
Send and receive text messages and notes
Choose wallpaper and ringtones
Troubleshoot problems
Lock your iPhone and secure your stuff
iPhone For Dummies comes complete with tantalizing lists of awesome accessories, wonderful widgets, and fantastic things to wish for—once you finally stop gushing and drooling and playing with your sparkly, new iPhone long enough to wish for anything else!

Chad R. Meiners, Alex X. Liu, Eric Torng, “Hardware Based Packet Classification for High Speed Internet Routers”

Shahid Siddique — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:27:49 +0000

Packet classification is the core component of routers, firewalls and other networking devices that enables many networking services such as packet filtering and traffic accounting. Using Ternary Content Addressable Memories (TCAMs) to perform high-speed packet classification has become the standard in industry today. While we can expect some gain in TCAM performance from improved hardware, the demands on TCAM performance (measured by the number of rules in packet classifiers) increase far more rapidly due to the explosive growth of internet services and threats. Hardware Based Packet Classification for High Speed Internet Routers presents the most recent developments in hardware based packet classification algorithms and architectures. This book describes five methods which reduce the space that classifiers occupy within TCAMs; TCAM Razor, All-Match Redundancy Removal, Bit Weaving, Sequential Decomposition, and Topological Transformations. These methods demonstrate that in most cases a substantial reduction of space is achieved. Case studies and examples are provided throughout this book. About this book: • Presents the only book in the market that exclusively covers hardware based packet classification algorithms and architectures. • Describes five methods which reduce the space that classifiers occupy within TCAMs: TCAM Razor, All-Match Redundancy Removal, Bit Weaving, Sequential Decomposition, and Topological Transformations. • Provides case studies and examples throughout. Hardware Based Packet Classification for High Speed Internet Routers is designed for professionals and researchers who work within the related field of router design. Advanced-level students concentrating on computer science and electrical engineering will also find this book valuable as a text or reference book.