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Official NetScape Guide to Internet Research, 2nd edition
Authors: Tara Calishain, Jill Nystrom
Venue:  (1998)

:"Provides expert tips and techniques based on the authors' extensive Internet researching experience." Presents information on new resources and technologies. "Covers plug-ins, helper applications, URLs, and protecting privacy online." "Discusses how to remove names from address lists, locate people, acquire digital certificates, and avoid the spread of personal information." "Offers professional techniques for accomplishing extensive Internet research projects by a noted Internet expert." "Covers push technology (Web information delivered directly to the desktop via channels), including PointCast, Internet Explorer, and In-Box Direct." Tara Calishain (Raleigh, NC) owns CopperSky Writing and Research. Besides the Official Netscape Guide to Internet Research, she has authored the Official Netscape Messenger & Collabra Book. She also writes for a variety of computer publications, including boot and C-Net's Gamecenter.
Efficient prediction of web accesses on a proxy server
Authors: Wenwu Lou, Hongjun Lu
Venue: Proceedings of the eleventh international conference on Information and knowledge management (2002)

Web access prediction is an active research topic with many applications. Various approaches have been proposed for Web access prediction in the domain of individual Web servers but they have to be tailored to the domain of proxy servers to satisfy its special requirements in prediction efficiency and scalability. In this paper, the design and implementation of proxy-based prediction service (PPS) is presented. For prediction efficiency, PPS applies a new prediction scheme which employs a two-layer navigation model to capture both inter-site and intra-site access patterns, incorporated with a bottom-up prediction mechanism that exploits reference locality in proxy logs. For system scalability, PPS manages the navigation model in disk database and adopts a predictive cache replacement strategy for data shipping between the model database and cache. We show the superiority of our prediction scheme over existing approaches and validate our model management and caching strategies, with a detailed performance study using real-world data.
Knowledge Management for the Information Professional
Authors: Kanti Kanti Srikantaiah
Venue:  (2000)

:Written from the perspective of the information community, this book examines the business community's recent enthusiasm for Knowledge Management." With contributions from 26 leading KM practitioners, academics, and information professionals, editors Srikantaiah and Koenig bridge the gap between two distinct perspectives, equipping information professionals with the tools to make a broader and more effective contribution in developing KM systems and creating a knowledge management culture within their organizations.
Management and visualization of large, complex and time-dependent 3D objects in distributed GIS
Authors: S. Shumilov, A. Thomsen, A. B. Cremers, B. Koos
Venue: Proceedings of the 10th ACM international symposium on Advances in geographic information systems (2002)

This paper presents solutions for architectures of distributed GIS employed for large scale geological modeling in contrast with more traditional GIS. Key technologies are proposed for dealing with complex geological spatio-temporal 3D models. These techniques are then illustrated on a prototype system developed to support interactive work on large models employed by existing geological 3D modeling tools. This prototype has already been successfully applied to the construction of large 3D and 4D models in a geological research project concerning the development of large 3D kinematic models of selected regions within the Lower Rhine Basin. We expect that the enhanced facility in handling large sets of complex data provided by these techniques will enable geoscientists to create more comprehensive and more powerful GIS.
Big Basic Web Site Directory, 1st edition
Authors: Mark Cierzniak
Venue:  (1997)

:The book is a highly visual directory of Web sites. Instead of one-line descriptions of more sites than anyone would ever use, this has readable descriptions and at least one screen shot of every site listed. The sites listed are intended to be the best of the best. Why bother listing dozens of sites in a category like live news for example when there are five sites that cover every live news event that a reader could ever need to see? This visual format of the book gives this book more mass market appeal to new users than does the "telephone book" style directory with 10 s of thousands of tiny listings. The selection of topics and sites is geared toward the mass consumer, not the Internet elite.Includes readable descriptions and at least one screen shot of every site listedServes as a value-packed Web site directory with a highly visual layout and presentationHighlights Web sites that are geared to appeal to the masses of consumers getting on or considering getting on the Internet
Elimination techniques for cheap Jacobians
Authors: Uwe Naumann
Venue: Automatic differentiation of algorithms: from simulation to optimization (2000)

The generation of optimized code for evaluating the Jacobian matrix of a vector function is known to result in a remarkable speedup of three and more compared to standard methods of Automatic Differentiation in most cases. So far, this optimization has been built on the elimination of vertices in the computational graph. We show that vertex elimination in general does not lead to optimal Jacobian code. We introduce two new elimination methods and demonstrate their superiority over the vertex elimination approach.
A Cartesian grid method for solving the two-dimensional streamfunction-vorticity equations in irregular regions
Authors: Donna Calhoun
Venue: Journal of Computational Physics (2002)

We describe a method for solving the two-dimensional Navier-Stokes equations in irregular physical domains. Our method is based on an underlying uniform Cartesian grid and second-order finite-difference/finite-volume discretizations of the streamfunction-vorticity equations. Geometry representing stationary solid obstacles in the flow domain is embedded in the Cartesian grid and special discretizations near the embedded boundary ensure the accuracy of the solution in the cut cells. Along the embedded boundary, we determine a distribution of vorticity sources needed to impose the no-slip flow conditions. This distribution appears as a right-hand-side term in the discretized fluid equations, and so we can use fast solvers to solve the linear systems that arise. To handle the advective terms, we use the high-resolution algorithms in CLAWPACK. We show that our Stokes solver is second-order accurate for steady state solutions and that our full Navier-Stokes solver is between first- and second-order accurate and reproduces results from well-studied benchmark problems in viscous fluid flow. Finally, we demonstrate the robustness of our code on flow in a complex domain.
Inside 3d Studio Max 3 with Cdrom
Authors: Jeffrey Abouaf, Pia Maffei, Peter, Phil Miller, Doug Barnard, Victoria Brace, Randy Kreitzman, Piafrey Maffei, Eni Oken
Venue:  (1999)

:Created by a team of expert developers and trainers, Inside 3D Studio MAX 3 is a focused, sophisticated guide to increasing your productivity with 3D Studio MAX 3. Containing case studies, as well as real-world problems and solutions, this book is an accurate, insightful, must-have resource whether you're a MAX novice or an experienced user. The authors have created hands-on tutorials that enable you to arrive at practical solutions to actual problems. Each chapter features highlighted information that's specific to MAX 3, with clearly written text that helps you understand the how and the why of using MAX's production tools. And they've included inspirational images and informative examples in different artistic styles, making the book easy to use and directly applicable to your needs, Practical solutions, background information, expert advice, and inspirational artwork: the combination makes this the most comprehensive reference available.
MCSD Microsoft Windows Architecture II Study Guide with Cdrom
Authors: Kevin Wolford, Michael J. Lee
Venue:  (1998)

:Exam Preparation from an Expert -- Your Key to Better Job Opportunities. The Ultimate Study Guide for Preparing for Exam 70-161, Microsoft WindowsArchitecture II. This Microsoft Certified Professional Approved Study Guide provides full coverage of every exam objective -- all the information you need to know, hundreds of challenging review questions, in the book and on the CD, and [ractical information on using NT Server in real-world enterprise networking. |
Java 1.2 Developer's Handbook
Authors: Philip Heller, Simon Roberts
Venue:  (1997)

:With its most recent release, Java offers programmers unprecedented speed and performance and, for the first time, the tools to build sophisticated interfaces. Inside, the authors provide you with all the in-depth, high-end coverage you need to put JDK 1.2 to work on serious programming projects: constructing custom components, managing layout, working with file I/O, creating multithreaded applications, building sophisticated GUIs with JFC Swing components and the 2D API, saving time and effort with JavaBeans, implementing database connectivity (JDBC), ensuring security using the JVM and JDK policy mechanisms, networking your Java applications, implementing Java IDL and CORBA connectivity, and much more. The companion CD features the compiled and source forms of the book's example code. You'll also find links to popular third-party Java utilities that will help you make the most of JDK 1.2.
Macromedia Director Game Development: From Concept to Creation with Cdrom
Authors: Epic Software, Kris Jamsa
Venue:  (2001)

:Macromedia Director combines graphics, sound, animation, text, and video to create streaming, multi-user, interactive Web content that is easy to deploy for CD-ROM, DVD, and the Web. There are several books on the market that cover this technology, but there arent any books that cover Game Development with Director. Until now! Director Game Development: From Concept to Creation is for anyone who wants to take Director to the next level with Game Development. This is a full, four-color book that is accompanied by a CD, which contains 15 complete games, source code for each, and all graphics from the book!
Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit
Authors: Eric Rivard
Venue:  (2002)

:More than 900 flash cards, practice questions, and study sheets for CCNA exam #640-607 preparationPrepare for the new #640-607 exam with electronic practice testsRun through practice exam questions while reviewing crucial information on challenging topicsBoost memory retention with 350+ flash cards, specifically designed to cover all exam objectivesDownload the electronic flash cards to your handheld for ultimate portabilityCreate and save personalized sets of electronic flash cards for focused reviewDigest complex CCNA information with a set of 54 study sheetsReview all #640-607 exam objectives in a variety of formats using proven self-study methodsCCNA test time is rapidly approaching. You've learned the concepts, you have the experience to put them into real-world use, and now you want to practice, practice, practice until exam time. Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit gives you three methods of proven late-stage CCNA exam preparation in one package:More than 350 flash cards. Test your understanding of CCNA theory with flash cards in print and electronic formats. The electronic version is PC-, Palm OS-, and Pocket PC-compatible, allowing for supreme flexibility. Shuffle the electronic cards, work from preset groups of cards, or create and save your own challenging set for focused review.550+ practice exam questions. Verify your knowledge with this robust exam engine including more than 500 questions. Test your proficiency in two modes  study mode and practice mode  and identify areas of weakness so you can concentrate on specific topics for which you need the mosthelp.54 study sheets. Review crucial CCNA exam objectives with these comprehensive reference sheets. Succinct text overviews of complex CCNA concepts are supported with detailed diagrams to provide a valuable late-stage review of all that must be mastered for exam success.Whether you are searching for the ultimate CCNA late-stage test preparation tool or simply need a complete package with at-a-glance, comprehensive information on networking basics, Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit is packed with everything you need to access this information at home, at work, and on the go!Companion CD-ROMThe CD-ROM contains 350+ flash cards and more than 550 practice test questions. Flash cards are downloadable to Palm OS and Pocket PC handheld devices.Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Flash Card Practice Kit covers all the objectives on the new #640-607 CCNA exam, including cabling Cisco devices, operating and configuring a Cisco IOS device, and managing network environments. Use this kit to brush up on effective techniques for working with the Catalyst 1900 Switch, networking with VLANs, and interconnecting networks with TCP/IP. Flip through the flash cards and test yourself on the details of IP routing, PPP connections, ISDN, and Frame Relay.Minimum System Requirements:System running Windows. 95, 98, 2000, or NT. 4/016 MB RAMMinimum 640 x 480 video resolution with 256 or more colorsCD-ROM driveOptional: Palm or Palm OS-compliant handheld devices; Pocket PC handheld device
A border-based coordination language for integrating task and data parallelism
Authors: Manuel Díaz, Bartolomé Rubio, Enrique Soler, José M. Troya
Venue: Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing (2002)

This paper presents BCL, a border-based coordination language focused on the solution of numerical applications. Our approach provides a simple parallelism model. Coordination and computational aspects are clearly separated. The former are established using the coordination language and the latter are coded using HPF (together with only a few extensions related to coordination). This way, we have a coordinator process that is in charge of both creating the different HPF tasks and establishing the communication and synchronization scheme among them. In the coordination part, processor and data layouts are also specified. Data distribution belonging to the different HPF tasks is known at the coordination level. This is the key for an efficient implementation of the communication among them. Besides that, our system implementation requires no change to the runtime support of the underlying HPF compiler. By means of some examples, the suitability and expressiveness of the language are shown. Some experimental results also demonstrate the efficiency of the model.
Sams Teach Yourself DirectX7 in 24 Hours, 1st edition
Authors: Robert Dunlop, Mark Martin, Dale Shepherd
Venue:  (1999)

:From the first hour, Sams Teach Yourself DirectX 7 in 24 Hours has you creating your own DirectX-enabled applications. Author Robert Dunlop guides you through the complicated DirectX APIs, empowering you to create your own DirectX powered applications featuring smooth 3D graphics and sound. In addition to laying the COM-based DirectX foundation, Robert covers animation, DirectSound, DirectMusic, Direct3D, control devices, force feedback controls, and multi-user games. This book is an ideal starting point to hone your DirectX skills quickly and easily.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2000 Official Strategies & Secrets, 4th edition
Authors: Ben Chiu, Bruce Williams, Bill Hoscheit
Venue:  (1999)

:With new aircraft and cities, true elevation data, and real-world weather conditions, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2000 offers an unparalleled experience that's as real as it gets. To get the most out of this extraordinarily deep simulation, turn to Sybex's official guide, written by noted author and Certified Flight Instructor Ben Chiu, with chapters by Microsoft's Bruce Williams and Microsoft MVP Bill Hoscheit.
Developing Java Enterprise Applications, 2nd edition
Authors: Stephen Asbury, Scott R. Weiner
Venue:  (2001)

:An in-depth, ground-floor introduction to the long-awaited Java Enterprise APIs. As Java rolls out its eagerly anticipated, eight-component battery of Java Enterprise APIs, this book is the ideal introduction for programmers and developers looking to quickly apply the technology's vast capabilities to real-world corporate programming. The authors discuss how to use the different APIs together and with other technologies such as CORBA, COM, Servlets, and Agents. The book also features invaluable information on building Servlet search engines, getting the most out of Java Server Pages, using Enterprise JavaBeans and JDBC to create N-Tier applications, and choosing the appropriate middleware to suit your particular needs. CD-ROM contains re-usable programs in Java and sample software.
Workflow management with service quality guarantees
Authors: Michael Gillmann, Gerhard Weikum, Wolfgang Wonner
Venue: Proceedings of the 2002 ACM SIGMOD international conference on Management of data (2002)

Workflow management systems (WFMS) that are geared for the orchestration of business processes across multiple organizations are complex distributed systems: they consist of multiple workflow engines, application servers, and communication middleware servers such as ORBs, where each of these server types can be replicated on multiple computers for scalability and availability.Finding an appropriate system configuration with guaranteed application-specific quality of service in terms of throughput, response time, and tolerable downtime is a major challenge for human system administrators. This paper presents a tool that largely automates the task of configuring a distributed WFMS. Based on a suite of mathematical models, the tool derives the necessary degrees of replication for the various server types in order to meet specified goals for performance and availability as well as "performability" when service is degraded due to outages of individual servers. The paper describes the configuration tool, with emphasis on how to capture the load behavior of workflows in a realistic manner. We also present extensive experiments that evaluate the accuracy of the tool's underlying models and demonstrate the practical feasibility of automating the task of configuring a distributed WFMS. The experiments use a detailed simulation which in turn has been validated through measurements with the Mentor-lite prototype system.
Awareness of Distributed Denial of Service Attacks' Dangers: Role of Internet Pricing Mechanisms
Authors: Miguel A. Lejeune
Venue: Netnomics (2002)

Denial of Service (DoS) attacks consist of overwhelming a server, a network or a Web site in order to paralyze its normal activity. The additional parameter in Distributed Denial of Service (DdoS) attacks is the distributing strategy. It means that DDoS attacks do not come from a single computer but stem from all accessible channels and servers. Consequences are multiple, ranging from system errors, temporary inability to access the Web site for normal users to challenging the actual reliability of the Internet. Despite this, Internet users show carelessness. The explanation lies in the specificities of DDoS attacks. We explore possibilities to raise users' awareness about the actual amplitude of problems caused by DDoS attacks. We suggest a careful examination of Internet pricing mechanisms and switching from flat to usage-constraining pricing schemes.
Piecewise Continuous Toeplitz Matrices and Operators: Slow Approach to Infinity
Authors: Albrecht Böttcher, Mark Embree, Lloyd N. Trefethen
Venue: SIAM Journal on Matrix Analysis and Applications (2002)

The pseudospectra of banded finite dimensional Toeplitz matrices rapidly converge to the pseudospectra of the corresponding infinite dimensional operator. This exponential convergence makes a compelling case for analyzing pseudospectra of such Toeplitz matrices---not just eigenvalues. What if the matrix is dense and its symbol has a jump discontinuity? The pseudospectra of the finite matrices still converge, but it is shown here that the rate is no longer exponential in the matrix dimension---only algebraic.
Learn Microsoft Excel 2000 VBA Programming
Authors: Julitta Korol
Venue:  (2000)

From the Book:Whether you are using a spreadsheet to track your expenses or produce a series of monthly sales reports, you always find that you want something that's not included with the standard user interface. So how do you end up with what you really want? It's simple. Provide your own solution by learning how to program. In today's computer applications market, even the basic understanding of a common language, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), can help you a great deal in eliminating limitations and inefficiencies that you encounter in getting your job done with the tools you already have. Having worked with Microsoft Excel for a while, you may come to realize that to work smarter you need to bring more automating power into your spreadsheets. But how do you go about this? Maybe someday there will be a built-in Procedure Wizard that takes down your spreadsheet recipe (figures, criteria, and decisions) in plain English and delivers a fully automatic and customized spreadsheet. But until then, the only sure way to bring automated power to Microsoft Excel is by taking a good look behind the Microsoft Excel Application window. Housed in a window separate from Excel is the Visual Basic Editor (VBE) with all the tools you'll need to produce flexible spreadsheets that can finally work the way you think they should. This book is intended to help you take charge of your Microsoft Excel spreadsheets by using VBA. In today's fast-paced world, you may not have much time to spend learning new skills. Quite often you are expected to produce tangible results before you even know how. Learn Microsoft Excel 2000 VBA Programming teaches you only the useful stuff. It limits your walking distanceby showing you things you must know to arrive quickly at your destination. 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