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Introduction to Time Series Analysis and Forecasting: With Applications of SAS and SPSS, 1st edition
Authors: Robert A. Yaffee, Monnie McGee
Venue:  (2000)

:This introductory exploration of the principal approaches to time series and forecasting processes explains theories and applications for the social science student. Professor Yaffee devotes significant space to a discussion of how we conceptualize, model, and forecast. He also examines text, model, and forecast evaluation and comparison, and he emphasizes time series programming techniques. Readers can investigate examples from public opinion research, policy analysis, political science, economics, and sociology by using SAS ® and SPSS ® program syntax and data sets available at a free Web site. For those interested in understanding the past or predicting future possibilities and probabilities, this book reveals the power of time series analysis.
Higher-order functions and partial applications for a C++ skeleton library
Authors: Herbert Kuchen, Jörg Striegnitz
Venue: Proceedings of the 2002 joint ACM-ISCOPE conference on Java Grande (2002)

Message passing based on libraries such as MPI is typically used to program parallel machines with distributed memory. This is efficient but error prone. Algorithmic skeletons intend to simplify parallel programming by increasing the expressive power. The idea is to offer typical parallel programming patterns as polymorphic higher-order functions which are efficiently implemented in parallel. The present paper describes, how C++ templates and operator overloading can be used in order to provide the main features needed for algorithmic skeletons, namely higher-order functions, partial applications, and parametric polymorphism. Experimental results based on a draft implementation of our C++ skeleton library show that the higher expressive power can be gained without a significant performance penalty.
Mastering Oracle SQL
Authors: Sanjay Mishra, Alan Beaulieu
Venue:  (2002)

If you work with Oracle in any capacity, whether as a Java programmer, Database Administrator or PL/SQL programmer, chances are good that you write SQL statements to query for data within the database. Knowledge of SQL, and particularly of Oracle's implementation of SQL, is the key to writing good queries in a timely manner. In this book, authors Sanjay Mirshra and Alan Beaulieu share their knowledge of Oracle SQL, and show you many creative techniques that you can use to advantage in your own applications.
On the advantages of free choice: a symmetric and fully distributed solution to the dining philosophers problem
Authors: Daniel Lehmann, Michael O. Rabin
Venue: Proceedings of the 8th ACM SIGPLAN-SIGACT symposium on Principles of programming languages (1981)

It is shown that distributed systems of probabilistic processors are essentially more powerful than distributed systems of deterministic processors, i.e., there are certain useful behaviors that can be realized only by the former. This is demonstrated on the dining philosophers problem. It is shown that, under certain natural hypotheses, there is no way the philosophers can be programmed (in a deterministic fashion) so as to guarantee the absence of deadlock (general starvation). On the other hand, if the philosophers are given some freedom of choice one may program them to guarantee that every hungry philosopher will eat (with probability one) under any circumstances (even an adversary scheduling). The solution proposed here is fully distributed and does not involve any central memory or any process with which every philosopher can communicate.
Occupant model for human motion
Authors: K. D. Willmert
Venue: Proceedings of the 1st annual conference on Computer graphics and interactive techniques (1974)

A two-dimensional model of a human being has been developed for display on a computer graphic terminal. The model was designed for use with the'SIMULA program which predicts the positions of an occupant within a vehicle cabin during a crash. However, the model can also be used in the simulation of other human motions, such as walking, etc.Also presented is the design of a simple device to automatically generate movies from a terminal screen. Triggered by the bell on the terminal, one frame is taken of each position of any time-varying event, thus creating a movie depicting simulated motion.
Economics of Information Technology and the Media
Authors: Linda Low
Venue:  (2000)

:This book has been specially written to provide an economics framework for analysing the nature and scope, as well as issues, pertaining to the new information and communication technology and revolution. It also presents some trends and perspectives from the Asia-Pacific region. The book will be useful to students, researchers and policy-makers in mass communication, information technology and the media. The ACM Portal is published by the Association for Computing Machinery. Copyright © 2010 ACM, Inc. Terms of Usage Privacy Policy Code of Ethics Contact Us Useful downloads: Adobe Acrobat QuickTime Windows Media Player Real Player
Effective Visual Studio .NET, 1st edition
Authors: David De Loveh, Don XIE, Dan Maharry, Bill Sempf
Venue:  (2002)

:Microsoft's Visual Studio .NET IDE is the latest version of the development environment and this book builds concrete examples using each of the IDE's major tools. The book is sub-divided into the features found in the three major editions of Visual Studio .NET - Professional, Enterprise Developer, and Enterprise Architect. Visual Studio .NET allows programmers to develop the next generation of applications using the .NET Framework. The book contains a unified example for the description of the different tools available in the IDE. Each chapter not only builds upon the same common program, but they are also self-contained and independent, allowing the reader to drop into any chapter without the requirement of reading all the previous chapters to understand the concepts discussed.
Smart machines in education: the coming revolution in educational technology
Authors: Kenneth D. Forbus, Paul J. Feltovich
Venue:  (2001)

This book looks at some of the results of this synergy among artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and education. Examples include virtual students whose misconceptions force students to reflect on their own knowledge, intelligent tutoring systems, and speech recognition technology that helps students learn to read. Some of the systems described are already used in classrooms and have been evaluated; a few are still laboratory efforts. The book also addresses cultural and political issues involved in the deployment of new educational technologies.
Jini Specification, 1st edition
Authors: Ken Arnold, Robert Scheifler, Jim Waldo, Bryan O'Sullivan, Ann Wollrath
Venue:  (1999)

:This book contains the formal specification for the Jini technology. It offers a review of distributed computing fundamentals, an overview of the Jini architecture, and an introduction to the key concepts that are the source of the technology's simplicity and powerremote objects, leasing, distributed events, and a two-phase commit protocol. The formal specification provides the definitive description of every element of the Jini architecture, including detailed information on such topics as: Jini Discovery and Join protocols Jini Entry usage and the AbstractEntry class Jini Distributed Leasing concepts Jini Distributed Event programming model Jini Transaction model and semantics Jini Lookup service and lookup attribute schema Jini device architecture As networks continue to pervade our personal and professional lives, there is an urgent call for the flexible and robust network infrastructure that Jini represents.
How to Do Everything with Outlook 2000
Authors: Julia Kelly
Venue:  (2000)

:Provides detailed coverage of the #1 selling e-mail software. Offers real-world advice from new features such as downloading Notes and Contacts to using handheld devices. Step-by-step procedures help users start immediately, filter unwanted e-mails, and send files with e-mail. Teaches how to customize the Outlook environment and access private information while away from the office. Organize and manage all your day-to-day information in a single location with Outlook 2000 and this easy-to-follow guide. Send and receive e-mail and faxes, take program reminders, manage your files, and much more. How to Do Everything with Outlook 2000 offers step-by-step details on putting this powerful product to work for you to boost your productivity at home, at work, and on the road. Special "Hot To" boxes provide in-depth information on topics such as e-mail stationery, vCards, Digital IDs and Certificates, encryption for security, and transferring notes and contacts to your handheld computer. Whether you use Outlook on a stand-alone computer or a network, at home, or at work, this book is the perfect companion for every Outlook user. Book rights: McGraw-Hill, the publisher of this eBook, is granting readers the right to print this book as well as the right to lend/give this eBook to other Adobe Acrobat eBook Plus Reader users.Printing: Users can print eBook pages as needed. This is an especially useful feature for business people. To print, click on the menu button in the Acrobat eBook Reader and select the print option. Lending/Giving We currently have two ways to lend or give a book: you can beam it to a computer if both have infrared ports,or you can send it to a computer on your network. To lend a book to someone else, go to the Library, click a book. Click the Menu button and then click Lend/Give to display the Lend/Give dialog box. Choose a loan period or click Give. To send the book over an infrared connection, click Beam. To send the book to a computer on the network, enter the computer name in the Send To box and click Send. You can either lend the book or give it away. Like a paper book, there is only ever one working copy. Once the lending period expires, you get your rights back and you can re-read the book or lend it again. Of course, if you give it away, it's gone for good (unless the recipient gives it back). Listen to your eBooksUsers have the ability to listen to the spoken text of this book. Simply click the Read Aloud button in the Adobe eBook Reader. A control panel appears at the bottom of the display area where you can pause, continue, or stop the spoken text. Please note: This feature is only available on Windows 2000 machines.
Machine-independent metacode translation
Authors: Thomas Wright
Venue: Proceedings of the 4th annual conference on Computer graphics and interactive techniques (1977)

Many systems implement plotter device-independent computer graphics by having a system plot package which outputs a plotter-independent code (here called metacode) and having a translating driver for each plotter which uses this code as input. The translator for this code can often be run with greatest efficiency on the computer which hosts the plotter. In NCAR's configuration, various computers will drive different plotters, making a portable metacode translator a desirable tool. Constructing a metacode translator which can drive the simplest devices and yet provide the potential to use sophisticated plotter hardware features is a stimulating challenge. The design and implementation of such a translator are described.
Convergence of a Difference Scheme for Conservation Laws with a Discontinuous Flux
Authors: John D. Towers
Venue: SIAM Journal on Numerical Analysis (2000)

Convergence is established for a scalar finite difference scheme, based on the Godunov or Engquist--Osher (EO) flux, for scalar conservation laws having a flux that is spatially dependent through a possibly discontinuous coefficient. Other works in this direction have established convergence for methods employing the solution of 2 &times; 2 Riemann problems. The algorithm discussed here uses only scalar Riemann solvers. Satisfaction of a set of Kruzkov-type entropy inequalities is established for the limit solution, from which geometric entropy conditions follow. Assuming a piecewise constant coefficient, it is shown that these conditions imply L1-contractiveness for piecewise C1 solutions, thus extending a well-known theorem.
World Series Baseball 2k1
Authors: Mark Cohen, David Chong, Patrick Mauro
Venue:  (2000)

:The great American pastime just got a shot in the arm! World Series Baseball 2K1 for the Sega Dreamcast (based on the successful arcade game World Series Baseball 99) promises to be the most immersive baseball game ever and delivers on its promise. World Series Baseball 2K1: Prima's Official Strategy Guide gives you complete bios and stats on all Major League players, crucial information on all outstanding gameplay modes, and an advanced baseball rulebook. We'll help you capture World Series glory by covering batting practice, pitching, the fine art of base stealing, substitutions, and double plays. Why take a chance with the Minors when the Major League beckons? World Series Baseball 2K1: Prima's Official Strategy Guide covers all the bases! Inside, you'll find:Coverage of all modes of play, including Season, Exhibition, and TournamentDetailed profiles of all MLB teams and playersTips on building your lineupHints for successful dugout decisionsLessons on managing your pitching staffInvaluable offensive and defensive strategies
How to develop and grade an exam for 20,000 students (or maybe just 200 or 20)
Authors: Fran Hunt, Joe Kmoch, Chris Nevison, Susan Rodger, Julie Zelenski
Venue: Proceedings of the 33rd SIGCSE technical symposium on Computer science education (2002)

Although our students may spend only a class period working one of our exams, as instructors, we invest many more hours crafting the questions and grading their responses. How do we ensure our time is well-spent? What qualities contribute to an effective exam? How can we guarantee a fair evaluation of student performance?With an 18-year track record delivering a nationwide exam, the Advanced Placement Computer Science (AP CS) program has a wealth of experience in the area of exam development and administration. This special session will bring together members of the AP CS Development Committee and the Educational Testing Service to share some of their insights into how the experts do it.AP teachers will learn more about the exam for which they are preparing their students. College faculty will gain a better understanding of the metrics provided by the AP exam. All instructors will come away with practical and transferable ideas for successful exam tactics.
Search based reverse engineering
Authors: Brian S. Mitchell, Spiros Mancoridis, Martin Traverso
Venue: Proceedings of the 14th international conference on Software engineering and knowledge engineering (2002)

In this paper we describe a two step process for reverse engineering the software architecture of a system directly from its source code. The first step involves clustering the modules from the source code into abstract structures called subsystems. The second step involves reverse engineering the subsystem-level relations using a formal (and visual) architectural constraint language. We use search techniques to accomplish both of these steps, and have implemented a suite of integrated tools to support the reverse engineering process. Through a case study, we demonstrate how our tools can be used to extract the software architecture of an open-source software package from its source code without having any a priori knowledge about its design.
Windows 98 Simplified
Authors: Ruth Maran
Venue:  (1998)

:With more than five million satisfied users, the acclaimed IDG Books 3-D Visual&reg; Series has become synonymous with introductory computer book publishing excellence. Windows&reg; 98 Simplified&reg;, with full color graphics on every page, is simply the easiest way to learn Windows 98. Windows 98 Simplified shuttles you through the taskbar, the Active Desktop, e-mail, Web integration, channels, shortcuts, custom features, and more with step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations. The maranGraphics team, using the latest technological advances, delivers remarkably sharp screen renderings that take you into the Windows desktop and demonstrate specific tasks. With Windows 98 Simplified, youll become a PC whiz faster than you ever thought possible!
Lotus Smart Suite/Notes Bundle
Authors: Que Development Group
Venue:  (1994)

:Includes one copy each of Using 1-2-3 Release 4 for Windows, Using AmiPro 3, Using Freelance Graphics 2.0 for Windows, and Using Lotus Notes 3. The ACM Portal is published by the Association for Computing Machinery. Copyright © 2010 ACM, Inc. Terms of Usage Privacy Policy Code of Ethics Contact Us Useful downloads: Adobe Acrobat QuickTime Windows Media Player Real Player
Web Art
Authors: Spencer Drate, Jutka Salazetz
Venue:  (1999)

:The finest Web designers in the industry showcase their work in this broad overview of a fertile new graphics field.Along with examples of the highest-quality images in the industry there are discussions of each firm's design philosophy and viewpoint of the Web. Also included on a CD-ROM packaged with the book are interviews with several top designers, enabling purchasers to visit these award-winning Web sites and view for themselves how effective good design can be.Spencer Drate, a pioneer in CD packaging graphics, has won numerous design awards for his work for major record companies and their star artists. He lives in New York.
Connecting learners with content: a unified content strategy for learning materials
Authors: Pamela Kostur
Venue: Proceedings of the 20th annual international conference on Computer documentation (2002)

A unified content strategy is a repeatable method of creating content for reuse, managing content in a definitive source, and assembling it to meet diverse needs. This paper describes:A unified content strategy and its benefitsApplying a unified content strategy to learning materialsBuilding models to support a unified content strategy for learning materials and beyond.
Sams Teach Yourself Microsoft Access 2000 in 10 Minutes, 1st edition
Authors: Faithe Wempen
Venue:  (1999)

:Sams Teach Yourself Access 2000 in 10 Minutes is a tutorial, organized into lessons starting with the basics and progressing to more advanced features. Straightforward, practical examples provide quick results. The book includes coverage of queries, form design, table relationships, team collaboration, and the Internet.
The Beginning of Automation in the University of Toronto Library, 1963-1972
Authors: Ritvars Bregzis, Calvin Gotlieb, Carole Moore
Venue: IEEE Annals of the History of Computing (2002)

In 1962, the Province of Ontario established five new universities and asked the University of Toronto Library (UTL) to help build libraries for them, which it did. The main task was determining a record format, coordinated with that developed later for the Library of Congress's MARC project. Eventually, UTL established University of Toronto Library Automation Systems (UTLAS), operated first as an independent agency and later sold.
Distributed priority scheduling and medium access in ad hoc networks
Authors: Vikram Kanodia, Chengzhi Li, Ashutosh Sabharwal, Bahareh Sadeghi, Edward Knightly
Venue: Wireless Networks (2002)

Providing Quality-of-Service in random access multi-hop wireless networks requires support from both medium access and packet scheduling algorithms. However, due to the distributed nature of ad hoc networks, nodes may not be able to determine the next packet that would be transmitted in a (hypothetical) centralized and ideal dynamic priority scheduler. In this paper, we develop two mechanisms for QoS communication in multi-hop wireless networks. First, we devise distributed priority scheduling, a technique that piggybacks the priority tag of a node's head-of-line packet onto handshake and data packets; e.g., RTS/DATA packets in IEEE 802.11. By monitoring transmitted packets, each node maintains a scheduling table which is used to assess the node's priority level relative to other nodes. We then incorporate this scheduling table into existing IEEE 802.11 priority backoff schemes to approximate the idealized schedule. Second, we observe that congestion, link errors, and the random nature of medium access prohibit an exact realization of the ideal schedule. Consequently, we devise a scheduling scheme termed multi-hop coordination so that downstream nodes can increase a packet's relative priority to make up for excessive delays incurred upstream. We next develop a simple analytical model to quantitatively explore these two mechanisms. In the former case, we study the impact of the probability of overhearing another packet's priority index on the scheme's ability to achieve the ideal schedule. In the latter case, we explore the role of multi-hop coordination in increasing the probability that a packet satisfies its end-to-end QoS target. Finally, we perform a set of ns-2 simulations to study the scheme's performance under more realistic conditions.
An activity theory approach to affordance
Authors: Klaus B. Bærentsen, Johan Trettvik
Venue: Proceedings of the second Nordic conference on Human-computer interaction (2002)

The concept of affordance was introduced to the field of HCI as a means to enhance the understandability and usability of artifacts and especially their user interface. The results have however not been entirely convincing. This paper presents a theoretical analysis of the concept of affordance coined by James J. Gibson. The concept of affordance was meant to cut through the subjective-objective dichotomy of traditional psychology and philosophy, but its interpretation in HCI has often retained this dichotomy. We argue, that at least some of the misunderstanding of the concept is caused by the fact that Gibson focused mainly on the perceptual side of the concept, leaving the activity of the organism as a largely implicit precondition. We suggest that this shortcoming have significant consequences, but that they can be overcome by employing the concepts for activity and consciousness found in the Russian activity theory as a frame of reference for the concept of affordance.
A film on schemes for interactive curve design
Authors: Richard F. Riesenfeld
Venue: ACM SIGGRAPH Computer Graphics (1976)

The accompanying film shows some general sessions of working with an interactive graphics system to design free-form curves and surfaces. In particular, it demonstrates the use of a very general B-spline curve package that allows the user to specify desired attributes like degree, shape, type of parametrization, and periodicity. Other schemes that show the use of "tension" as a parameter in design will ge presented.
EMWIN:: emulating a mobile wireless network using a wired network
Authors: Pei Zheng, Lionel M. Ni
Venue: Proceedings of the 5th ACM international workshop on Wireless mobile multimedia (2002)

Test and performance evaluation of protocols and algorithms in mobile wireless networks is known to be challenging. Due to the highly varying characteristics of mobile wireless networks, one cannot merely rely on either network simulation or a testbed. Network emulation provides a controllable and reproducible environment, yet it generally lacks the support for the emulation of network topology and mobility, which are extremely critical in mobile wireless network research. We introduce EMWIN, a new IP-based mobile wireless emulation system that can overcome those drawbacks. In EMWIN, a target mobile wireless network is precisely mapped to an emulation configuration in a laboratory private network consisting of several emulator nodes, each of which is able to emulate multiple mobile hosts. Moreover, the emulator node can be flexibly configured such that predefined network conditions and traffic dynamics can be generated in an automatic manner. With EMWIN, the mobility of the target mobile wireless network with a number of mobile nodes can be faithfully emulated in a wired network environment.