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Accounting and Financial Globalization
Authors: Joshua Ronen, Joshua Livnat
Venue:  (1991)

:This volume examines the accounting issues raised by the trend toward globalization of information in world financial markets and explores in depth such key topics as the influence of the globalization of information on real interest rate spreads, the effect of management forecasts of earnings on stock prices in Japan, optimal foreign currency hedging under conditions of imperfect information, and the welfare effects of public information in an asymmetric information market. Each paper is followed by detailed comments from an expert in the field.
The ties that bind: connections, comet cursors, and consent
Authors: D. G. Johnson, K. W. Miller
Venue: ACM SIGCAS Computers and Society (2001)

Electronic communication and commerce facilitate the collection of information about individual use of the Internet. Focusing on the case of Comet Systems Inc. and its data gathering practices, this paper explores the technical details of gathering personal information in databases in general and the special character of the privacy issue raised by 'anonymous' information about individual behavior on the Internet. The case analysis suggests new insights for our understanding of privacy and frames a discussion of policy alternatives with respect to the privacy of Internet communication.
Haptic Direct-Drive Robot Control Scheme in Virtual Reality
Authors: Ming-Guo Her, Kuei-Shu Hsu, Tian-Syung Lan, M. Karkoub
Venue: Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems (2002)

This paper explores the use of a 2-D (Direct-Drive Arm) manipulator for mechanism design applications based on virtual reality (VR). This article reviews the system include a user interface, a simulator, and a robot control scheme. The user interface is a combination of a virtual clay environment and human arm dynamics via robot effector handler. The model of the VR system is built based on a haptic interface device behavior that enables the operator to feel the actual force feedback from the virtual environment just as s&sol;he would from the real environment. A primary stabilizing controller is used to develop a haptic interface device where realistic simulations of the dynamic interaction forces between a human operator and the simulated virtual object&sol;mechanism are required. The stability and performance of the system are studied and analyzed based on the Nyquist stability criterion. Experiments on cutting virtual clay are used to validate the theoretical developments. It was shown that the experimental and theoretical results are in good agreement and that the designed controller is robust to constrained&sol;unconstrained environment.
Hierarchical extraction of iso-surfaces with semi-regular meshes
Authors: Kai Hormann, Ulf Labsik, Martin Meister, Gunther Greiner
Venue: Proceedings of the seventh ACM symposium on Solid modeling and applications (2002)

In this paper we present a novel approach to iso-surface extraction which is based on a multiresolution volume data representation and hierarchically approximates the iso-surface with a semi-regular mesh. After having generated a hierarchy of volumes, we extract the iso-surface from the coarsest resolution with a standard Marching Cubes algorithm, apply a simple mesh decimation strategy to improve the shape of the triangles, and use the result as a base mesh. Then we iteratively fit the mesh to the iso-surface at the finer volume levels, thereby subdividing it adaptively in order to be able to correctly reconstruct local features. We also take care of generating an even vertex distribution over the iso-surface so that the final result consists of triangles with good aspect ratio. The advantage of this approach as opposed to the standard method of extracting the iso-surface from the finest resolution with Marching Cubes is that it generates a mesh with subdivision connectivity which can be utilized by several multiresolution algorithms. As an application of our method we show how to reconstruct the surface of archaeological items.
Using SPSS for the MacIntosh; Analyzing and Understanding Data, 1st edition
Authors: Samuel B. Green, Neil J. Salkind, Terri Akey
Venue:  (1999)

:Covering the major procedures in-depth, this fine new book provides a step-by-step introduction to the use of SPSS. With extensive documentation, this book has a hands-on approach to all the relevant procedures needed to develop a proficiency in the use of SPSS. The presentation of the material is bolstered by numerous informative illustrations and a wealth of relevant and insightful applied examples. Chapter material and data sets are contained on disk to facilitate involvement and practice.This book is extensively illustrated to heighten student interest and increase understanding. It presents detailed, step-by-step descriptions of procedures and methods of using SPSS as well as ample documentation. It contains numerous exercises to test student proficiency while aiding in review and reinforcing concepts and principles in the text, and provides a number of real life examples to show the relevant applications for the procedures being discussed. Chapter material and data sets on disk are offered. There is a user friendly approach with a number of strong pedagogical features which include chapter objectives, chapter summaries, marginal notes, discussion questions, worked examples, charts, graphs, diagrams and tables.
Numerical Recipes: Example Book (FORTRAN), 2nd edition
Authors: William T. Vetterling, Saul A. Teukolsky, William H. Press
Venue:  (1992)

:This is the revised and greatly expanded Second Edition of the hugely popular Numerical Recipes: The Art of Scientific Computing. The product of a unique collaboration among four leading scientists in academic research and industry, Numerical Recipes is a complete text and reference book on scientific computing. In a self-contained manner it proceeds from mathematical and theoretical considerations to actual practical computer routines. With over 100 new routines (now well over 300 in all), plus upgraded versions of many of the original routines, this book is more than ever the most practical, comprehensive handbook of scientific computing available today. The book retains the informal, easy-to-read style that made the first edition so popular, with many new topics presented at the same accessible level. In addition, some sections of more advanced material have been introduced, set off in small type from the main body of the text. Numerical Recipes is an ideal textbook for scientists and engineers and an indispensable reference for anyone who works in scientific computing. Highlights of the new material include a new chapter on integral equations and inverse methods; multigrid methods for solving partial differential equations; improved random number routines; wavelet transforms; the statistical bootstrap method; a new chapter on "less-numerical" algorithms including compression coding and arbitrary precision arithmetic; band diagonal linear systems; linear algebra on sparse matrices; Cholesky and QR decomposition; calculation of numerical derivatives; Pade approximants, and rational Chebyshev approximation; new special functions; Monte Carlo integration in high-dimensional spaces; globally convergent methods for sets of nonlinear equations; an expanded chapter on fast Fourier methods; spectral analysis on unevenly sampled data; Savitzky-Golay smoothing filters; and two-dimensional Kolmogorov-Smirnoff tests. All this is in addition to material on such basic top
Nerds 2.0.1: A Brief History of the Internet
Authors: Stephen Segaller, Oregon Public Broadcasting
Venue:  (1999)

:Millions tuned into the Internet to access the Starr Report. Now Nerds 2.0.1, the first detailed history of computer networking, tells the dramatic story of how we have come to be wired together by the Internet and the World Wide Web. Stephen Segaller's timely book draws on detailed interviews with more than seventy of the pioneers who have user their technological genius and business skills to make incompatible systems work together, to make networking user-friendly, and to create a new global communications medium that rivals the telephone system or television in its scope and reach.
Alundra: The Location of every Gold Falcon
Authors: Brian Boyle, Prima Publishing
Venue:  (1998)

:This guide will help gamers pick the right weapon--fire rod, sword, water rod, arrow--as they fight monsters on the screen. Alundra features over 7,000 beautiful screens, with over 35 pieces of music and 800 sound effects.
Using sampled data and regression to merge search engine results
Authors: Luo Si, Jamie Callan
Venue: Proceedings of the 25th annual international ACM SIGIR conference on Research and development in information retrieval (2002)

This paper addresses the problem of merging results obtained from different databases and search engines in a distributed information retrieval environment. The prior research on this problem either assumed the exchange of statistics necessary for normalizing scores (cooperative solutions) or is heuristic. Both approaches have disadvantages. We show that the problem in uncooperative environments is simpler when viewed as a component of a distributed IR system that uses query-based sampling to create resource descriptions. Documents sampled for creating resource descriptions can also be used to create a sample centralized index, and this index is a source of training data for adaptive results merging algorithms. A variety of experiments demonstrate that this new approach is more effective than a well-known alternative, and that it allows query-by-query tuning of the results merging function.
Modeling and Asynchronous Distributed Simulation Analyzing Complex Systems, 1st edition
Authors: Sumit Ghosh, Tony Lee
Venue:  (2000)

:"Whether you are designing intelligent transportation systems or buffers in ATM switches, you will find key asynchronous distributed simulation techniques in this insightful book. These techniques will help revolutionize your large-scale systems designs of today and tomorrow. Drawing on nearly 20 years of experience in modeling and simulation, the authors bring you the first book to present fundamental principles for asynchronous distributed simulation. Throughout Modeling and Asynchronous Distributed Simulation, you will explore a wealth of case studies that provide real-world approaches to a range of diverse technology disciplines.You will also discover essentials to improve your understanding of complex systems, including:*Determination of the simulation timestep*Analysis of accuracy for simulation results *Examination of how simulation results yield qualitative insights into complex system behavior *Generation of input stimuli*Future research trends in simulationThis valuable text offers systems designers, graduate students, and practicing computer science engineers both basic principles and complex concepts of modeling and asynchronous distributed simulation."
PHP Developer's Dictionary
Authors: R. Allen Wyke, Michael J. Walker, Robert M. Cox
Venue:  (2000)

:PHP Developer's Dictionary is a well-organized, comprehensive reference for PHP programmers. In addition to providing a complete syntax reference for all core PHP functions and all module functions, the PHP Developer's Dictionary also provides a complete collection of compilation, installation, and configuration options. The resulting book provides an indispensable reference for any PHP programmer or administrator overseeing a PHP installation.
A Convergence Analysis of Dykstra's Algorithm for Polyhedral Sets
Authors: Chris Perkins
Venue: SIAM Journal on Numerical Analysis (2002)

Let H be a nonempty closed convex set in a Hilbert space X determined by the intersection of a finite number of closed half spaces. It is well known that given an $x_0 \in X$, Dykstra's algorithm applied to this collection of closed half spaces generates a sequence of iterates that converge to PH(x0), the orthogonal projection of x0 onto H. The iterates, however, do not necessarily lie in H. We propose a combined Dykstra--conjugate-gradient method such that, given an $\varepsilon > 0$, the algorithm computes an $x \in H$ with $\|x - P_H(x_0)\| xm of Dykstra's algorithm we calculate a bound for $\|x_m - P_H(x_0)\|$ that approaches zero as m tends to infinity. Applications are made to computing bounds for $\|x_m - P_H(x_0)\|$ where H is a polyhedral cone. Numerical results are presented from a sample isotone regression problem.
The Accommodating Function: A Generalization of the Competitive Ratio
Authors: Joan Boyar, Kim S. Larsen, Morten N. Nielsen
Venue: SIAM Journal on Computing (2002)

A new measure, the accommodating function, for the quality of on-line algorithms is presented. The accommodating function, which is a generalization of both the competitive ratio and the competitive ratio on accommodating sequences, measures the quality of an on-line algorithm as a function of the resources that would be sufficient for an optimal off-line algorithm to fully grant all requests. More precisely, if we have some amount of resources n, the function value at $\alpha$ is the usual ratio (still on some fixed amount of resources n), except that input sequences are restricted to those where the optimal off-line algorithm will not obtain a better result by having more than the amount $\alpha n$ of resources.The accommodating functions for three specific on-line problems are investigated: a variant of bin packing in which the goal is to maximize the number of items put in n bins, the seat reservation problem, and the problem of optimizing total flow time when preemption is allowed.We also show that when trying to distinguish between two algorithms, the decision as to which one performs better cannot necessarily be made from the competitive ratio or the competitive ratio on accommodating sequences alone. For the variant of bin-packing considered, we show that Worst-Fit has a strictly better competitive ratio than First-Fit, while First-Fit has a strictly better competitive ratio on accommodating sequences than Worst-Fit.
CompuServe 2000 for Dummies, 1st edition
Authors: R. MiIchele Phillips, Michele Phillips
Venue:  (2000)

:Your road map to the newest features and servicesMaximize your Internet experience the fun and easy way!Your first aid kit for new e-mail and toolbar options Navigating this Internet access provider's hub of services, including more than 30 channels and over 300 forums, can be overwhelming. You'll want this friendly guide along to help you get set up, get online, and get comfortable with CompuServe's newest features, such as remote e-mail access, personalized calendars, instant messaging, and more!Discover how to: Create favorite places lists Use the new gift reminder service Get customized news and weather Build contact lists Register a domain name Set up "kid safe" controlsThe Dummies Way Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and funGet smart! www.dummies.com Register to win cool prizes Browse exclusive articles and excerpts Get a free Dummies Daily e-mail newsletter Chat with authors and preview other books Talk to us, ask questions, get answersAuthor Biography: R. Michele Phillips is an experienced trainer, tech writer, and consultant, and longtime CompuServe member.
Establishing quality control in software agents
Authors: Luigi Benedicenti, Victor Wei Wang, Peter Lee, Raman Paranjape
Venue: ACM SIGAPP Applied Computing Review (2001)

This paper illustrates the results of a research effort to measure the quality of software agents written in Java using extreme programming. A factoring of quality has been chosen in accordance with the properties and limitations of the type of products and development method considered. The use of the representational theory of measurement gave quantitative measures. The measure itself is then used to identify quality clusters that define an ordinal quality taxonomy. The result is a measure of quality that depends only on code, that is easy to implement and to take, and that also gives an indication of the improvements to low-quality classes.
Interactive Computing Series: Microsoft Access 97, 1st edition
Authors: Kenneth C. Laudon, Evan Kantor, Michael Banino, Arron Mendelsohn
Venue:  (1998)

:This brief,highly graphic,colorfully illustrated text offers a beginning skill level in less than 200 pages. Unique pedagogy lets students see,do,practice,and test every software skill,motivated by a concept explanation. Introductory skills are covered in easily absorbed 2 - 3 page spreads which graphically demonstrate and reinforce each concept. A business case scenario,running throughout the text,integrates all the concepts and applications. Student Data Files are packaged in the Instructor's Manual (on a CD) and can be copied onto a disk for students,and/or copied to computers in the lab,or placed on the the lab's network.
Using Microsoft Project 4 for Windows
Authors: Tim Pyron, Betsy Guthrie, Suzanna Nelson, William J. Orvis
Venue:  (1993)

:The ultimate resource guide for beginning to intermediate users of Microsoft Project for Windows-the leading project management software!Covers the basics of project management, using views, reports, and several advanced topicsFeatures finished, polished examples, a table of shortcuts, a helpful glossary of terms, and much moreShows readers how to manage a project with tools provided in the Project Manager
PC Performance Tuning and Upgrading Tips and Techniques
Authors: Kris Jamsa
Venue:  (2001)

:Find hundreds of readily accessible tips for upgrading and tuning your PC inside this organized resource. Written by best-selling computer book author Kris Jamsa,you*ll get inside information and best practices on everything from system settings to adding and upgrading peripherals,and much more. 500+ immediate solutions from the pros Whether you want to fine-tune modem operations,load programs faster,increase CPU performance,maximize bus bandwidth,speed printer operations,or improve disk and file access,you'll perform PC operations faster using the step-by-step instructions found inside this book. Focusing on upgrades that improve system performance and increase flexibility,this unique,information-packed resource shows you how to upgrade and tune your PC with expert precision. Well-known computer authority Kris Jamsa provides you with a collection of valuable tips and techniques that maximize your PC's capabilities,which in turn maximize productivity. Straightforward and practical,this accessible reference provides you with the best practices and proven solutionsand you can implement them all immediately. Inside: Precise,proven techniquesprofessional-level advice from industry experts Chapter-by-chapter subject indexesmakes critical information easier to access Focused information straightforward explanations for experienced users "Use it" iconseach tip includes instructions for immediate implementation Must-have toolsquick and concise solutions that work 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
A Finite Element Method Using Singular Functions for the Poisson Equation: Corner Singularities
Authors: Zhiqiang Cai, Seokchan Kim
Venue: SIAM Journal on Numerical Analysis (2001)

Consider the Poisson equation with homogeneous Dirichlet boundary conditions on a polygonal domain with one reentrant corner. In this paper, we develop a new finite element method for the accurate computation of the solution and stress intensity factors. It is well known that the solution of such a problem has a singular function representation: $u=w+\lambda \eta s$, where $w\in H^2(\Omega) \cap H^1_0(\Omega)$, $\lambda\in {\cal R}$ and $\eta$ are the stress intensity factor and cut-off function, respectively, and $s$ is a known singular function depending only on the reentrant angle. By using the dual singular and an extra cut-off function, we are able to derive a new extraction formula for $\lambda$ in terms of $w$ and, hence, deduce a well-posed variational problem for $w$. Standard continuous piecewise linear finite element approximation yields $O(h)$ optimal accuracy for $w$, which, in turn, implies the same accuracy for $u$ in the $H^1$ norm. We are able only to prove $O(h^{1+\frac\pi\omega})$ error bounds for $w$ and $u$ in the $L^2$ norm and for $\lambda$ in the absolute value, where $\omega$ is the internal angle.
Visual C++ 6 for Dummies Quick Reference, 1st edition
Authors: Idg Publishing, Charles Wright
Venue:  (1998)

:Get in and get out quickly and find the information you really need - without reading tons of extra material! Inside, you'll find clear-cut, plain English explanations on how to use Visual C++ syntax to develop powerful applications for Windows.
Microsoft FrontPage 98 with Cdrom, 3rd edition
Authors: Denise Tyler
Venue:  (1997)

:The Laura Lemay s Web Workshop series is designed to instruct the reader on a particular aspect of Web publishing in an entertaining, interactive manner. Written in the same straightforward, friendly Laura Lemay style that made her series of Teach Yourself books runaway bestsellers, this new series will allow a reader to explore a particular aspect of Web publishing and management whether FrontPage and HTML or graphics design or CGI scripting in greater depth than the Teach Yourself books. Each book in the series will be organized into small, task-oriented chapters, and will be filled with colorful, engaging examples that the reader can adapt to his own needs.Design, create, and maintain web pages with Microsoft s newest version of FrontPageUpdate of the best-selling Laura Lemay s Web Workshop: Microsoft FrontPage 97The straightforward, conversational writing style of Laura Lemay along with interactive CD workshop make this a perfect FrontPage resource kit.
Informix Guide to Designing Databases and Data Warehouses, 1st edition
Authors: Informix Press, Informix Software
Venue:  (1999)

: The authoritative database design guide for Informix Dynamic Server.2000 and Informix Enterprise Decision Server! Detailed data models illustrating each key approach to database design Proven, step-by-step techniques for building your Informix-based data warehouse Using SQL to implement and manage enterprise databases The Informix insider's guide to database and data warehouse design! Written by a team of insiders, this is the most complete, authoritative guide to database and data warehouse design, implementation, and administration with Informix Dynamic Server.2000 and Informix Enterprise Decision Server. You'll start by walking through the construction of data models that illustrate each key approach to database design. Compare ANSI and non-ANSI compliant databases, learn the fundamentals of entity-relationship modeling, and choose appropriate data types. Next, you'll learn how to use the Informix implementation of SQL to implement and manage your databases. The Informix Guide to Designing Databases and Data Warehouses covers all this, and more: Implementing relational data models with the CREATE DATABASE and CREATE TABLE statements, synonyms, synonym chains, and command scripts Applying fragmentation strategies for maximizing database and data warehouse performance Implementing dimensional data models-including solutions to common problems Applying indexing techniques for data warehousing environments Granting and limiting access to data through privileges, views, and stored procedures Whether you're a manager, developer, or DBA, the InformixGuide to Designing Databases and Data Warehouses is your authoritative single source for guidance on high-performance database design with Informix Dynamic Server.2000 and Informix Enterprise Decision Server. 0-13-016167-5