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3G Wireless Networks, Second Edition, 2 edition
Authors: Clint Smith
Venue:  (2006)

Fully up-to-date coverage of the inner-workings of 3GThis revised and updated edition of 3G Wireless Networks covers the changes taking place within the arena of 3G--the wireless technology that enables voice, full-featured video, CD-quality sound, and Web browsing anywhere in the world. The book covers key standards and protocols and the critical issues of compatibility, internetworking, and voice/data convergence. You will learn how to successfully design and integrate WCDMA/UMTS, CDMA2000, and SCDMA into existing cellular/PCS networks. Table of contentsChapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: First-Generation (1G) Analog Chapter 3: Second Generation (2G)Chapter 4: Third Generation (3G) OverviewChapter 5: The Evolution Generation (2.5G) Chapter 6: Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service (UMTS) Chapter 7: CDMA2000 Chapter 8: TD-SCDMAChapter 9: TD-CDMAChapter 10: Voice over IP (VoIP) Technology Chapter 11: BroadbandChapter 12: 3G System RF Design ConsiderationsChapter 13: Network Design ConsiderationsChapter 14: Antenna System Selection Chapter 15: UMTS System DesignChapter 16: CDMA2000 System DesignChapter 17: TD-CDMA and TD-SCDMA System DesignChapter 18: Communication SitesChapter 19: 4G and BeyondAPPENDIX: ERLANG TABLESINDEX 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
Flash 8: Projects for Learning Animation and Interactivity (O'Reilly Digital Studio)
Authors: Richard Shupe, Robert Hoekman
Venue:  (2006)

Macromedia Flash is fast becoming the Web's most widely used platform for creating rich media with animation and motion graphics, but mastering Flash isn't easy. Most entry-level books teach through simple examples that concentrate on either animation or scripting, but rarely both together. To get the most from Flash 8, you not only need to be proficient in programming/interface design, you need the creativity for story telling and the artistic insights to design fluid animation.Flash 8: Projects for Learning Animation and Interactivity teaches Flash design rather than simply Flash itself. With a standalone series of walkthroughs and tutorials for Flash beginners coming from a graphics field, this book teaches Flash in the context of real-world projects. Rather than learn a Flash tool for the sake of it, you learn which areas of Flash are important, and which are less used, simply by seeing how typical content is actually created. And rather than a text-heavy approach, this graphically rich book leads you through hands-on examples by illustration.Each project in the book starts with goals and broad sketches before moving to design and scripting. This helps you understand design intent-the why of the process-rather than just learning the interfaces and the how of it all. Along the way, you'll create Flash content that includes traditional animation techniques (as seen in full-length animated features), and ActionScript-based interactive animation, such as custom web site interface designs. You also learn how to combine both traditional animation techniques and ActionScript to create feature-rich Flash assets from the ground up.Co-authored by educational developers with years of experience creating compelling content, interfaces, and applications, Flash 8: Projects for Learning Animation and Interactivity offers a content-driven approach that is also inspiration-driven. You learn because you're accomplishing something tangible, not because you think you need to know how a tool works.If you want to understand how various features of Flash come together to create a final end design, this book provides you with both the insight and the know-how.
Public involvement in technology policy: focus on the pervasive computing environment
Authors: Jenifer S. Winter
Venue: ACM SIGCAS Computers and Society (2006)

This paper examines the role of the general public in informing technology policy, observing that public involvement often occurs only through the electoral process or via feedback after plans have been implemented. Planners and policymakers are not necessarily in touch with the feelings and desires of the public who will be affected by their decisions. For this reason it is important to seek a clearer understanding of the views of citizens who are not typically involved in the planning or design process in order to guide the evolution of technology, as well as to highlight areas where there may be some discrepancy between planners and the needs of everyday users. To broaden the inputs into discussion of emerging problems related to pervasive computing in the State of Hawaii, both information and communication technology specialists (including government policy makers) and members of the general population were invited to participate in a multi-phase study. Differences in perception between specialists and the general public were identified in all phases of research. Specialists were identified as being more focused on near-term issues related to barriers affecting the growth of high-technology industries within the State. Non-specialists showed greater concern for "human" issues, including issues related to the control of technology. Importantly, both groups independently described a need for increased public participation in the process of technological development. Analysis also revealed that both groups found the problem statements generated by non-specialists to be valuable contributions, arguing for their inclusion in the process of problem identification and further supporting the use of participatory planning methods.
A network of dynamically microprogrammable machines
Authors: Scott Davidson
Venue: ACM SIGMICRO Newsletter (1975)

The MESH research group at the University of Illinois is currently designing a network of mini-computers. Extensions allowing some of the machines making up this network to be dynamically microprogrammable are proposed. These microprogrammable machines will be able to be reconfigured into specialized processors designed to run specific jobs efficiently. Modifications to the network operating system required by this extension are examined, and an example of a job that could be run on the system is given.
Prediction of in vitro hepatic biliary excretion using stochastic agent-based modeling and fuzzy clustering
Authors: Shahab Sheikh-Bahaei, C. Anthony Hunt
Venue: Proceedings of the 38th conference on Winter simulation (2006)

We present a method for estimating (predicting) parameter values for an agent-based model of in silico hepatocytes (ISH). The method enables the ISH to interact with simulated drugs to reasonably match results from in vitro hepatocyte excretion studies. Further, we make the estimation method available to the model, itself, to enable it to reasonably anticipate (predict) the biliary transport and excretion properties of a new compound based on the acceptable parameter values for previously encountered compounds. We use Fuzzy c-Means (FCM) classification algorithm to determine the degree of similarity between previously tuned compounds and the new compound. Specifically, a set of simulation parameters for enkephalin was predicted using the tuned parameter values of salicylate, taurocholate, and methotrexate. The feature space for the FCM classification is the physicochemical properties of the compounds.
Predicting transcription factor affinities to DNA from a biophysical model
Authors: Helge G. Roider, Aditi Kanhere, Thomas Manke, Martin Vingron
Venue: Bioinformatics (2007)

Motivation: Theoretical efforts to understand the regulation of gene expression are traditionally centered around the identification of transcription factor binding sites at specific DNA positions. More recently these efforts have been supplemented by experimental data for relative binding affinities of proteins to longer intergenic sequences. The question arises to what extent these two approaches converge. In this paper, we adopt a physical binding model to predict the relative binding affinity of a transcription factor for a given sequence. Results: We find that a significant fraction of genome-wide binding data in yeast can be accounted for by simple count matrices and a physical model with only two parameters. We demonstrate that our approach is both conceptually and practically more powerful than traditional methods, which require selection of a cutoff. Our analysis yields biologically meaningful parameters, suitable for predicting relative binding affinities in the absence of experimental binding data. Availability: The C source code for our TRAP program is freely available for non-commercial use at http://www.molgen.mpg.de/~manke/papers/TFaffinities/ Contact: vingron@molgen.mpg.de
Microsoft IIS 6 Delta Guide (Internet Information Server)
Authors: Don Jones, Martin C. Brown
Venue:  (2003)

Microsoftï¾¿s Internet Information Server 6 is an Internet server program that works with the Windows Server 2003 operating system. IIS is Microsoftï¾¿s answer in the Internet server market to Apache, the open source and #1 Internet server in use. In the US 9.7 million servers run IIS (28 percent of the market) powering 5.3 million .com domains. Delivered as a fee add-on for the Windows 2003 Server, IIS 6 is a major upgrade from version 5 with increased security, better .NET programming integration, and stronger abilities to work with non-Microsoft languages and servers. Companies using IIS Server as part of their backend systems include: Krispy Kreme, AT&T, Home Shopping Network, Rolling Stone.com, plus many others.
Palm Organizers, Fourth Edition (Visual QuickStart Guide)
Authors: Jeff Carlson, Agen G. N. Schmitz
Venue:  (2004)

Whether you're using a Tungsten T3 with its glorious high-res screen or the No. 1-selling, under-$100 Zire, the heart of your handheld remains the same: the mighty Palm operating system! Here to ensure that you start taking advantage of all of its built-in software and functionality immediately is a thoroughly updated Visual QuickStart Guide from Palm pro Jeff Carlson. Using clear, step-by-step instructions peppered with plenty of visual aids, Jeff quickly brings you up to date and up to speed on all that's new in the rapidly changing world of Palm Cobalt and Palm Garnet devices: the ability to synchronize data with Apple's iApps (iCal, Address Book, iMovie, iTunes, and iPhoto) and Microsoft Entourage; support for high-res screens in tablet designs; rich graphics and multimedia features; and more. After learning how to use Palm's built-in applications, you'll quickly discover the breadth of what you can accomplish using today's Palm-based organizers--snapping photos, communicating wirelessly, recording sound, and more!
Normal Mammogram Detection Based on Local Probability Difference Transforms and Support Vector Machines*This work was supported in part by a grant from the Ministry University Affair, Thailand.
Authors: Werapon Chiracharit, Yajie Sun, Pinit Kumhom, Kosin Chamnongthai, Charles F. Babbs, Edward J. Delp
Venue: IEICE - Transactions on Information and Systems (2007)

Automatic detection of normal mammograms, as a "first look" for breast cancer, is a new approach to computer-aided diagnosis. This approach may be limited, however, by two main causes. The first problem is the presence of poorly separable "crossed-distributions" in which the correct classification depends upon the value of each feature. The second problem is overlap of the feature distributions that are extracted from digitized mammograms of normal and abnormal patients. Here we introduce a new Support Vector Machine (SVM) based method utilizing with the proposed uncrossing mapping and Local Probability Difference (LPD). Crossed-distribution feature pairs are identified and mapped into a new features that can be separated by a zero-hyperplane of the new axis. The probability density functions of the features of normal and abnormal mammograms are then sampled and the local probability difference functions are estimated to enhance the features. From 1,000 ground-truth-known mammograms, 250 normal and 250 abnormal cases, including spiculated lesions, circumscribed masses or microcalcifications, are used for training a support vector machine. The classification results tested with another 250 normal and 250 abnormal sets show improved testing performances with 90% sensitivity and 89% specificity.
Support software for micro program development
Authors: Bobby C. Hodges, Andrew J. Edwards
Venue: ACM SIGMICRO Newsletter (1975)

The current and continuing needs for advanced space data processing require the critical selection and application of specially configured computer processors. This requirement generally results in unacceptable delays in software development as existing systems are typically unresponsive to required language or code generative changes. NASA/MSFC is attacking the problem of application dependent processor configuration with the MSFC conception and development of the Space Ultrareliable Modular Compuer (SUMC). The SUMC provides for tailored architecture through reconfigurable hardware design and flexible software development via microprogramming. Adaptable system and subsystem processors provide a modular systematic solution for achieving application responsive goals at both the hardware and software levels.
Neighborhood size selection in the k-nearest-neighbor rule using statistical confidence
Authors: Jigang Wang, Predrag Neskovic, Leon N. Cooper
Venue: Pattern Recognition (2006)

The k-nearest-neighbor rule is one of the most attractive pattern classification algorithms. In practice, the choice of k is determined by the cross-validation method. In this work, we propose a new method for neighborhood size selection that is based on the concept of statistical confidence. We define the confidence associated with a decision that is made by the majority rule from a finite number of observations and use it as a criterion to determine the number of nearest neighbors needed. The new algorithm is tested on several real-world datasets and yields results comparable to the k-nearest-neighbor rule. However, in contrast to the k-nearest-neighbor rule that uses a fixed number of nearest neighbors throughout the feature space, our method locally adjusts the number of nearest neighbors until a satisfactory level of confidence is reached. In addition, the statistical confidence provides a natural way to balance the trade-off between the reject rate and the error rate by excluding patterns that have low confidence levels. We believe that this property of our method can be of great importance in applications where the confidence with which a decision is made is equally or more important than the overall error rate.
Effective Use of Microsoft Enterprise Library: Building Blocks for Creating Enterprise Applications and Services (Microsoft .NET Development Series)
Authors: Len Fenster
Venue:  (2006)

Writing robust enterprise applications presents a special challenge for developers, but Microsoft has addressed that challenge with the free, downloadable Enterprise Library for the .NET Framework.Enterprise Library is a collection of application blocks and guidance documents that together provide functionality common to enterprise applications; each application block includes full source code. Lacking in the guidance provided by Microsoft is an overall roadmap to the process of using the application blocks. Effective Use of Microsoft Enterprise Library is that roadmap.Microsoft application development lead architect Len Fenster explains exactly how to build applications using Enterprise Library application blocks. Fenster covers all seven application blocks as implemented for .NET Framework 1.1, shows how to develop and use a new application block, and explains how Enterprise Library is changing for .NET Framework 2.0.Readers will learn How the Configuration Application Block is designed and can be used at runtime to easily read and write configuration data How the Configuration Application Block works at design time for all blocks How to use the Data Access Block to create a portable data layer How to use the Exception Handling Application Block to implement a policy-driven, application-wide exception handling system How to use the Logging and Instrumentation Application Block to log and instrument messages independent of the message destination How to add authentication, authorization, role membership, security cache, and profile membership features to an application with the Security Application Block How to use the Cryptography Application Block to add functionality to encrypt and decrypt data and create and compare hashes How to build your own application block and providers that “snap” right into Enterprise LibraryWhether you plan to extend Enterprise Library for your organization, or just use the existing application blocks to add functionality to your architecture in a consistent, extensible, integrated way, this book will guide you through the complexities and help you find a clear path to success. 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
Network protocol system monitoring: a formal approach with passive testing
Authors: David Lee, Dongluo Chen, Ruibing Hao, Raymond E. Miller, Jianping Wu, Xia Yin
Venue: IEEE/ACM Transactions on Networking (TON) (2006)

We study network protocol system monitoring for fault detection using a formal technique of passive testing that is a process of detecting system faults by passively observing its input/output behaviors without interrupting its normal operations. After describing a formal model of event-driven extended finite state machines, we present two algorithms for passive testing of protocol system control and data portions. Experimental results on OSPF and TCP are reported.
Smart Home Hacks
Authors: Gordon Meyer
Venue:  (2004)

So much of what is commonplace today was once considered impossible, or at least wishful thinking. Laser beams in the operating room, cars with built-in guidance systems, cell phones with email access. There's just no getting around the fact that technology always has, and always will be, very cool. But technology isn't only cool; it's also very smart. That's why one of the hottest technological trends nowadays is the creation of smart homes. At an increasing rate, people are turning their homes into state-of-the-art machines, complete with more switches, sensors, and actuators than you can shake a stick at. Whether you want to equip your home with motion detectors for added security, install computer-controlled lights for optimum convenience, or even mount an in-home web cam or two purely for entertainment, the world is now your oyster. Ah, but like anything highly technical, creating a smart home is typically easier said than done. Thankfully, Smart Home Hacks takes the guesswork out of the process. Through a seemingly unending array of valuable tips, tools, and techniques, Smart Home Hacks explains in clear detail how to use Mac, Windows, or Linux to achieve the automated home of your dreams. In no time, you'll learn how to turn a loose collection of sensors and switches into a well-automated and well-functioning home no matter what your technical level may be. Smart Home Hacks covers a litany of stand-alone and integrated smart home solutions designed to enhance safety, comfort, and convenience in new and existing homes. Kitchens, bedrooms, home offices, living rooms, and even bathrooms are all candidates for smart automation and therefore are all addressed in Smart Home Hacks. Intelligently written by engineering guru and George Jetson wannabe, Gordon Meyer, Smart Home Hacks leaves no stone unturned. From what to purchase to how to use your remote control, it's the ultimate guide to understanding and implementing complete or partial home automation.
Pro Tools 7 for Macintosh and Windows (Visual QuickStart Guide)
Authors: Steven Roback
Venue:  (2006)

Need to learn Pro Tools fast? Try a Visual QuickStart! This best-selling reference's visual format and step-by-step, task-based instructions will have you up and running with the industry-standard digital audio production software in no time. In this completely updated edition of our best-selling guide to Pro Tools, acclaimed songwriter, musician, and producer Steven Roback uses crystal-clear instructions and friendly prose to introduce you everything that's new in Pro Tools 7. Filled with loads of visual aids and straightforward explanations, this books uses pictures to guide you through the software and show you what to do. You'll learn how to use dual-processor computers and Pro Tools to record, edit, and mix sophisticated, multi-track arrangements. Along the way, you'll learn the basics of automation, MIDI sequencing, and file management in Pro Tools and find extensive coverage of all the program's new features: the newly streamlined interface, extensive new MIDI features and functionality, file-management system, effects plug-ins, additional hardware support, and more! 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
Repairing and Upgrading Your PC
Authors: Barbara Fritchman Thompson, Robert Thompson
Venue:  (2006)

Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their PC is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the case on, they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for those who know they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC, analysis paralysis often stops them in their tracks: Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you pinpoint the faulty component that's making your system freeze? What about compatibility issues?Get ready to get unstuck and get your PC running fast and running right. Repairing and Upgrading Your PC delivers start-to-finish instructions, simple enough for even the most inexperienced PC owner, for troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading your computer. Written by hardware experts Robert Bruce Thompson and Barbara Fritchman Thompson, this book covers it all: how to troubleshoot a troublesome PC, how to identify which components make sense for an upgrade, and how to tear it all down and put it back together. This book shows how to repair and upgrade all of your PC's essential components:Motherboard, CPU, and Memory. Choose the optimal match of these core components to keep your PC running at top speedHard Drive, Optical Drive, and Removable StorageGive your computer what it needs for long-term and short-term storageAudio and Video. Enhance your computing experience with the right sound and graphics devices for your needsInput Devices. Pick the best keyboard and mouse to keep your hands happy and healthyNetworking. Set up secure wireless networking to keep the bits flowing between your computers and the outside worldCases and Power Supplies. Keep everything running cool and reliablyWith its straightforward language, clear instructions, and extensive illustrations, this book makes it a breeze for PC owners of any skill level to work on their computer.