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Visual Basic 6 Database Programming with Cdrom, 1st edition
Authors: John W. Fronckowiak, David J. Helda
Venue:  (1998)

:Master Visual Basic's Latest Database Application Development Tools With its new support for ActiveX Data Objects and OLE DB COM interfaces, Visual Basic 6 makes it easier than ever to develop complete client/server database applications and manage a wide variety of data sources. With expert advice from John W. Fronckowiak and David J. Helda, you'll quickly take complete command of DAO, RDO, ADO, ODBC, and OLE DB and learn how to select the data access methodology most appropriate for the application you want to deploy.
Artificial life evolution in a simplified APL2 environment
Authors: Manuel Alfonseca
Venue: Proceedings of the international conference on APL-Berlin-2000 conference (2000)

Artificial life based on simulation evolution is a flourishing field. One of its most publicized achievements of the nineties was TIERRA, by T. S. Ray. APL2 has been used successfully to implement a similar simpler artificial life application that shows most of the interesting features of TIERRA in an efficient way, providing a modifiable environment where it is easy to experiment.
Real-time multi-tasking in software synthesis for information processing systems
Authors: Filip Thoen, Gert Goossens, Marco Cornero, Hugo De Man
Venue: Readings in hardware/software co-design (2001)

Software synthesis is a new approach which focuses on the support of embedded systems without the use of operating-systems. Compared to traditional design practices, a better utilization of the available time and hardware resources can be achieved, because the static information provided by the system specification is fully exploited and an application specific solution is automatically generated.
Novell's Guide to Troubleshooting NDS
Authors: Peter Kuo, Jim Henderson
Venue:  (1999)

:Written by two NDS networking experts, this guide delivers proven solutions and management techniques for preventing crashes, fixing sluggish performance, enhancing security, and rooting out other problems. Filled with diagnostic tools, disaster recovery tips, and real world examples, the book will help keep your NDS network running smoothly.
Running Microsoft Office 2000, 1st edition
Authors: Michael Halvorson, Michael J. Young
Venue:  (1999)

:A one-stop reference and user guide to Microsoft Office 2000 Premium Suite. The book with its copious screen shots, shows users each step they need to make to accomplish their objectives. It is loaded with tips from the software experts on how to get the most from the Microsoft Office 2000 Premium Suite.
An iterative strategy for pattern discovery in high-dimensional data sets
Authors: Chun Tang, Aidong Zhang
Venue: Proceedings of the eleventh international conference on Information and knowledge management (2002)

High-dimensional data representation in which each data item (termed target object) is described by many features, is a necessary component of many applications. For example, in DNA microarrays, each sample (target object) is represented by thousands of genes as features. Pattern discovery of target objects presents interesting but also very challenging problems. The data sets are typically not task-specific, many features are irrelevant or redundant and should be pruned out or filtered for the purpose of classifying target objects to find empirical pattern. Uncertainty about which features are relevant makes it difficult to construct an informative feature space. This paper proposes an iterative strategy for pattern discovery in high-dimensional data sets. In this approach, the iterative process consists of two interactive components: discovering patterns within target objects and pruning irrelevant features. The performance of the proposed method with various real data sets is also illustrated.
Prima's Official Guide to Seagate Crystal Reports 7, 1st edition
Authors: Jill Howe, Scott Spanbauer, Karen A. Mayer
Venue:  (1999)

:IDC recently confirmed that over 3 million people are currently using Crystal Reports. Crystal Reports is bundled in over 160 products, including those from Microsoft, Oracle, Netscape, and PeopleSoft. Although Crystal Reports is licensed by several more vendors, these vendors do not supply any books or information on using Crystal Reports. Only one other book on the market today explains Crystal Reports, but it is outdated and does not cover any of the new features and components of Crystal Rreports 6.0. This leaves users with a great need for this book to maximize the power of report generation. This book is essential to developing powerful reports and optimizing businesses. Reporting counts for 40-60% of a business's daily operation, yet it is the area that is least looked at to enhance. This book is a must for users who want to push the limits and design their own reports and for developers who want to allow the end user the flexibility of customizing these reports at run time.
Practical Internet GroupWare, 1st edition
Authors: Jon Udell
Venue:  (1999)

:Collaboration. From its academic roots to the bustling commerce sites of today, the Internet has always been about collaboration: providing a means for people to communicate and work together effectively. But how do you build effective tools for collaboration? How do you build tools that are simple enough for people to really use, yet powerful enough to really facilitate collaboration? In 1995 Jon Udell became executive editor for new media at BYTE magazine, taking on the challenge of building an online presence for a traditional print publication. In meeting this challenge, he discovered that he was managing an online community, not just an online publication. He discovered that he was building not just a set of documents, but a suite of Internet-based groupware applications in which editors, writers, and readers all participated. Practical Internet Groupware details the lessons learned from that experience. Drawn from the author's real world experience, Practical Internet Groupware describes the tools and technologies for building and rapidly deploying groupware applications, and also discusses the design philosophy and usability issues that determine the success or failure of any groupware endeavor. The key to success lies in using simple tools, often Open Source, that effectively blend in established Internet technologies that have always had a collaborative aspect (SMTP, NNTP) with new technologies that enhance our ability to manage collaborative documents (HTTP, XML). The result is an approach that codifies the idea that many Web content providers have long suspected: yesterday's online content is fast becoming tomorrow's network-based applications. In this book you'll learn how to: Base groupware on standard Internet technologies (mail servers, news servers, and Web servers) Use simple server- and client-side scripts to automate creation, presentation, transmission, and search of electronic documents Create a base of documents that contain semi-structured data representing much of the intellectual capital of an enterprise Deploy these solutions in a way that scales from groups of a few collaborators to communities of thousands of users If you've ever been disappointed watching a commercial groupware system used as little more than an expensive email client, or if you've ever wondered how to transform simple email, news, or Web clients from document viewers into collaboration tools, then Practical Internet Groupware is for you.
The Information Specialist's Guide to Searching and Researching on the Internet and the World Wide Web
Authors: Ernest C. Ackermann, Karen Hartman
Venue:  (2000)

:Here are techniques and strategies for navigating the World Wide Web, with results in quick, efficient, and in-depth research results. The major databases are covered in detail and the top search engines are described and contrasted. The enclosed CD-ROM contains Netscape Navigator 4.
Second Order Methods for Optimal Control of Time-Dependent Fluid Flow
Authors: Michael Hinze, Karl Kunisch
Venue: SIAM Journal on Control and Optimization (2001)

Second order methods for open loop optimal control problems governed by the two-dimensional instationary Navier--Stokes equations are investigated. Optimality systems based on a Lagrangian formulation and adjoint equations are derived. The Newton and quasi-Newton methods as well as various variants of SQP methods are developed for applications to optimal flow control, and their complexity in terms of system solves is discussed. Local convergence and rate of convergence are proved. A numerical example illustrates the feasibility of solving optimal control problems for two-dimensional instationary Navier--Stokes equations by second order numerical methods in a standard workstation environment.
Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting Reference Guide, 1st edition
Authors: Kenneth C. Mansfield, James L. Antonakos
Venue:  (2000)

:A valuable resource for any PC user, this self-paced exercise book provides hands-on experience and troubleshooting in all major hardware aspects including its microprocessor, memory, I/O systems, floppy and hard drives, CD-ROMs, display adapters, sound cards, and modems. Contains 20 targeted exercises designed to familiarize users with all vital personal computer internal operations and prepare them to cope with any question or problem they will encounter with the personal computer, its peripherals, other hardware, and controlling the hardware through the Windows operating system. Sets the stage for each exercise by examining how Joe Tekk(, a fictitious computer specialist at a fictitious company, deals with the exercise topics, then follows with Performance Objectives, Background Information, Troubleshooting Techniques, Self-Test, Familiarization Activity, Questions/Activities, and a Review Quiz. Appendices cover a wide range of more advanced microcomputer-related topics from processor architecture to hardware and software interrupts. For those interested in acquiring a strong, working knowledge of the internal operations of today's personal computers; ideal for those in the electronics, technology, and engineering industries.
On Generic One-Parametric Semi-Infinite Optimization
Authors: H. Th. Jongen, O. Stein
Venue: SIAM Journal on Optimization (1997)

We consider differentiable semi-infinite optimization problems depending on a real parameter. For generic one-parametric families we classify the corresponding set of generalized critical points into eight types. Five of these types also occur in problems with a finite number of inequality constraints, whereas the other three types are typical for the semi-infinite case. We discuss types 7 and 8 in detail. While at points of type 6, the singularity is due to the fact that in the associated lower level problem a Lagrange multiplier corresponding to an active inequality constraint vanishes, at points of type 7 and 8, the gradients of the active constraints in the lower level problem are linearly dependent. If the total number of active constraints in the lower level problem does not exceed the lower level dimension, the point is of type 7; otherwise, it is of type 8. Moreover, we distinguish between points of type 8a and 8b, where a point is of type 8a if the Mangasarian--Fromovitz constraint qualification holds in the lower level problem, and of type 8b otherwise. At points of type 8a, the set of generalized critical points is not smooth, but it does not exhibit a turning point. The linear and quadratic indices remain constant when passing along a point of type 8a. Points of type 7 and type 8b are (relative) boundary points of the set of generalized critical points.
Absolute Beginner's Guide to UNIX, 1st edition
Authors: Rizwan Virk, Jonathan Leer, Scott Parker
Venue:  (1994)

:Novice users develop a solid foundation for successfully using UNIX! This tutorial and reference guides readers through the basics and into advanced techniques using a friendly and effective style.Provides an excellent starting point and then introduces the reader to the necessary steps needed to overcome the complexities of UNIXCoverage includes the command structure, directories, file management, and system administrationIncludes numerous illustrations and examples, plus a section on communicating with the Internet
Concepts of cognition and consciousness: four voices
Authors: Bonnie A. Nardi
Venue: ACM SIGDOC Asterisk Journal of Computer Documentation (1998)

This paper considers theories of cognition and consciousness in four traditions: neuroscience, cognitive science, activity theory and the distributed cognition approach. It is most concerned with social theories of consciousness---activity theory and distributed cognition---but briefly considers biological and computational models as a foil or backdrop against which the social theories stand out more clearly.
Advanced IP Routing in Cisco Networks
Authors: Terry Slattery, Bill Burton
Venue:  (1998)

:Covering all the protocols that run on Cisco IP routers, this clear, illustrated guide gives you the expertise to design, configure, and troubleshoot this vital technology. Whether you're prepping for the super-tough CCIE exam, gearing up for Cisco implementation, expanding a network, or just trying to avoid communications congestion, this guide hands you everything you need to succeed.
M-Business: The Race to Mobility, 1st edition
Authors: Ravi Kalakota, Marcia Robinson
Venue:  (2001)

:"Knowing a change is coming is one thing; predicting its shape and form is something else entirely. M-Business succeeds at both, exploring today's wireless revolution from a business perspective as it introduces practical strategies your business can use to adapt from tethered, PC-centric models to mobile, person-centric techniques and strategies." M-Business focuses on the bottom line: how managers can begin to plan for and differentiate m-business investments. This hands-on book steers clear of the technical nuances of mobile protocols and advanced technology - covered exhaustively by others - to provide insight into the actual market drivers, enablers, and business applications.
Flash 3 Designer's Pack
Authors: CPP Author Team, Coriolis Author Team
Venue:  (2001)

:Flash 5 Designer's Pack allows you to save on our most popular Flash books by buying them for one low price. Included in the pack are Flash 5 Visual Insight (ISBN: 1-57610-700-0), Flash ActionScript f/x and Design (ISBN: 1-57610-821-x), Flash 5 Cartoons and Games f/x and Design (ISBN: 1-57610-958-5). Flash 5 Visual Insight gives a visual reference of the newest features in Flash 5, while the other two books explain how to enhance your Flash skills by adding interactive functionality with ActionScript and producing complex techniques such as cartoon animations and games. Together there are over 60 projects to help illustrate and exemplify the techniques presented. Also included in this amazing pack are two CD-ROMs with more than 50 Flash movies, authoring files for the animations and games discussed in the books, demo versions of Macromedia products, SmartSound (music-creation software), and Magpie Pro (lip-synch editor), plus numerous Flash-based games, such as: Ultimate Ni
An Iterative Substructuring Method for Raviart--Thomas Vector Fields in Three Dimensions
Authors: Barbara I. Wohlmuth, Andrea Toselli, Olof B. Widlund
Venue: SIAM Journal on Numerical Analysis (2000)

The iterative substructuring methods, also known as Schur complement methods, form one of two important families of domain decomposition algorithms. They are based on a partitioning of a given region, on which the partial differential equation is defined, into nonoverlapping substructures. The preconditioners of these conjugate gradient methods are then given in terms of local problems, defined on individual substructures and pairs of substructures, and, in addition, a global problem of low dimension. An iterative method of this kind is introduced for the lowest order Raviart--Thomas finite elements in three dimensions and it is shown that the condition number of the relevant operator is independent of the number of substructures and grows only as the square of the logarithm of the number of unknowns associated with an individual substructure. The theoretical bounds are confirmed by a series of numerical experiments.
Variational Inequalities, System of Functional Equations, and Incomplete Information Repeated Games
Authors: Rida Laraki
Venue: SIAM Journal on Control and Optimization (2001)

We consider a pair of functional equations obtained by Mertens and Zamir (Internat. J. Game Theory, 1 (1971--72), pp. 39--64; J. Math. Anal. Appl., 60 (1977), pp. 550--558) to characterize the asymptotic value of a two person zero sum repeated with lack of information on both sides (Aumann and Maschler Repeated Games with Incomplete Information, MIT Press, Cambridge, MA 1995)). We give a new proof for the convergence of the discounted values of the repeated game and a new characterization of the limit using variational inequalities. The same idea allows us to prove existence and uniqueness of a Lipschitz solution for the pair of functional equations in a general framework using an auxiliary game: "the splitting game," introduced by Sorin (A First Course on Zero-Sum Repeated Games, preprint).
CorelDRAW 9 for Windows Visual QuickStart Guide
Authors: Phyllis Davis, Steve Schwartz
Venue:  (1999)

:CorelDRAW 9 is a complete set of tools for creating drawings, illustrations, and multi-page documents. With its loads of powerful features and newly designed interface, you can use CorelDRAW to produce anything from birthday cards to design plans to websites. This newest version boasts enhanced interactivity and customization opportunities. CorelDRAW 9 for Windows: Visual QuickStart Guide is clear and straightforward, with easy-to-follow instructions that let the CorelDRAW newcomer start drawing right away. As the reader moves through the book, each new section uses techniques discussed previously, building upon what has already been learned, giving the user the feeling that I can do this! The intermediate CorelDraw user will find the book a handy reference guide for learning the new CorelDraw 9 features and for dicovering how to combine techniques together to create amazing effects.
Singular Values of Differences of Positive Semidefinite Matrices
Authors: Xingzhi Zhan
Venue: SIAM Journal on Matrix Analysis and Applications (2000)

Let Mn be the space of n &times; n complex matrices. For $A\in M_n,$ let $s(A)\equiv (s_1(A),\dotsc,\break s_n(A)),$ where $s_1(A)\ge\cdots\ge s_n(A)$ are the singular values of A. We prove that if $A,B\in M_n$ are positive semidefinite, then (i) $s_j(A-B)\le s_j(A\oplus B), j=1,2, . . . ,n, and (ii) the weak log-majorization relations $s(A-|z|B)\prec_{wlog} s(A+zB)\prec_{wlog} s(A+|z|B)$ hold for any complex number z. This sharpens some results due to R. Bhatia and F. Kittaneh.
Computational Information Retrieval
Authors: Berry
Venue:  (2001)

:About the Author Michael W. Berry is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Tennessee. His current research interests include information retrieval, scientific computing, computational science, numerical linear algebra, and parallel computation.
QuarkXPress 5: The Complete Reference
Authors: Steve Bain
Venue:  (2002)

:The wait is over. After four years,Quark is finally releasing a new version of their landmark software. QuarkXPress: The Complete Reference offers 800 pages of explanation,elucidation,and interpretation that will have you running at optimal speed in no time. The Most Up-to-Date Guide to QuarkXPress 5 Available Learn to use all of the features and enhancements new to QuarkXPress 5or fine-tune your mastery of its established toolswith help from this instructive and information-packed guide. This useful reference clearly explains both basic operations and complex publishing techniques specific to QuarkXPress 5. Inside you'll find step-by-step exercises that are easy-to-follow,handy keyboard shortcuts,and an 8-page color section that showcases the color capabilities of QuarkXPressall geared to provide you with hands-on instruction as well as design and layout ideas. You'll also find a thorough glossary to help define any unfamiliar terms. Great for beginning and intermediate users alike,this comprehensive reference is the ultimate QuarkXPress 5 resource. Gain an overview of QuarkXPress basicsincluding guidelines for installation and use of tutorials Learn to use powerful new features of version 5layering,tables,and new interface and context-sensitive menu commands Discover the secrets to building Web documents with forms,rollovers,and hyperlinks; and learn to master HTML export options Create visually appealing layouts and documents with ease Apply advanced techniques,and combine text and pictures for special effects Design QuarkXPress documents for use both in print and on the Web Understand theessentials of working with color,including trapping,separations,and printing Use QuarkXPress 5 on both Macintosh and Windows platforms
Kasparov Vs. Deep Blue: Computer Chess Comes of Age
Authors: Monty Newborn, Monroe Newborn
Venue:  (1997)

:Written by the organizer of this historic match, this book provides a whistlestop tour of the development and history of chess-playing computers. As the development comes to its culmination in Philadelphia, the Deep Blue team and Gary Kasparov are profiled and each of the historic six games is provided in full with a detailed commentary. The Foreword is written by chess grandmaster Yasser Seirawan, who provided lively commentary throughout the match.
Construction of Nearly Orthogonal Nedelec Bases for Rapid Convergence with Multilevel Preconditioned Solvers
Authors: Din-Kow Sun, Jin-Fa Lee, Zoltan Cendes
Venue: SIAM Journal on Scientific Computing (2001)

This paper presents a systematic approach to constructing high-order tangential vector basis functions for the multilevel finite element solution of electromagnetic wave problems. The new bases allow easy computation of a preconditioner to eliminate or at least weaken the indefiniteness of the system matrix and thus reduce the condition number of the system matrix. When these bases are used in multilevel solutions, where the multilevels correspond to the order of the basis functions, the resulting p-multilevel-ILU preconditioned conjugate gradient method (MPCG) provides an optimal rate of convergence. We first derive an admissible set of vectors of order p, and decompose this set into two subspaces---rotational and irrotational (gradient). We then reduce the number of vectors by making them orthogonal to all previously constructed lower-order bases. The remaining vectors are made mutually orthogonal in both the vector space and in the range space of the curl operator. The resulting vector basis functions provide maximum orthogonality while maintaining tangential continuity of the field. The zeroth-order space is further decomposed using a scalar-vector formulation to eliminate convergence problems at extremely low frequencies. Numerical experiments show that number of iterations needed for the solution by MPCG is basically constant, regardless of the order of the basis or of the matrix size. Computational speed is improved by several orders of magnitude due to the fast matrix solution of MPCG and to the high accuracy of the higher-order bases.
Making lemonade: exploring the bright side of large lecture classes
Authors: Steven A. Wolfman
Venue: ACM SIGCSE Bulletin (2002)

Pedagogy of large lecture classes has traditionally focussed on deemphasizing the problems their size creates. This approach has yielded valuable practical advice for instructors. However, this paper argues that there are pedagogical advantages to the large lecture format and that exploiting these advantages can further improve classroom instruction. I present some advantages of large classes and anecdotes that demonstrate how to exploit these advantages.