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Perspectives in Business Informatics Research: 16th International Conference, BIR 2017, Copenhagen, Denmark, August 28–30, 2017, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Business Information Processing #295)
by Björn Johansson, Charles Møller, Atanu Chaudhuri and Frantisek SudzinaThis book constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Perspectives in Business Informatics Research, BIR 2017, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in August 2017. This year the BIR conference attracted 59 submissions from 23 countries. They were reviewed by 45 members of the Program Committee, and as a result, 17 full papers and 3 short papers were selected for presentation at the conference and publication in this volume. They are organized in sections on enterprise architecture, business process management, business analytics, information systems applications, and information systems development. In addition, the summaries of the two conference keynotes are also included. This year, the conference theme was the digital transformation, which will impact most businesses, organizations and societies and call for new and radical approaches to how we adopt, use and manage IT.
Persuasive Technology: 12th International Conference, PERSUASIVE 2017, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, April 4–6, 2017, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science #10171)
by Peter W. de Vries, Harri Oinas-Kukkonen, Liseth Siemons, Nienke Beerlage-de Jong and Lisette van Gemert-PijnenThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Persuasive Technology, PERSUASIVE 2017, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, in April 2017. The 23 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 85 submissions. The papers are grouped in topical sections on health(care), monitoring, and coaching; personality, personalization, and persuasion; motivations, facilitators, and barriers; design principles and strategies.
Persuasive Technology: Development and Implementation of Personalized Technologies to Change Attitudes and Behaviors
by Harri Oinas-Kukkonen Peter W. de Vries Liseth Siemons Nienke Beerlage-de Jong Lisette van Gemert-PijnenThis book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Persuasive Technology, PERSUASIVE 2017, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, in April 2017. The 23 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 85 submissions. The papers are grouped in topical sections on health(care), monitoring, and coaching; personality, personalization, and persuasion; motivations, facilitators, and barriers; design principles and strategies.
Pervasive Computing
by Natalia Silvis-CividjianThis book provides a concise introduction to Pervasive Computing, otherwise known as Internet of Things (IoT) and Ubiquitous Computing (Ubicomp) which addresses the seamless integration of computing systems within everyday objects. By introducing the core topics and exploring assistive pervasive systems which infer their context through pattern recognition, the author provides readers with a gentle yet robust foundation of knowledge to this growing field of research. The author explores a range of topics including data acquisition, signal processing, control theory, machine learning and system engineering explaining, with the use of simple mathematical concepts, the core principles underlying pervasive computing systems. Real-life examples are applied throughout, including self-driving cars, automatic insulin pumps, smart homes, and social robotic companions, with each chapter accompanied by a set of exercises for the reader. Practical tutorials are also available to guide enthusiastic readers through the process of building a smart system using cameras, microphones and robotic kits. Due to the power of MATLAB(tm), this can be achieved with no previous programming or robotics experience. Although Pervasive Computing is primarily for undergraduate students, the book is accessible to a wider audience of researchers and designers who are interested in exploring pervasive computing further.
Phantom Ex Machina
by Anshuman Khare Brian Stewart Rod SchatzThis book explores the factors that make digital disruption possible and the effects this has on existing business models. It takes a look at the industries that are most susceptible to disruption and highlights what executives can do to take advantage of disruption to re-invent their business model. It also examines the pivotal role that technology plays in creating new dynamics to business operations and forcing business model changes. Adoption of digital technology has caused process disruptions in a number of industries and led to new business models (e. g. , #65533;ber, AirBnb) and new products. In addition to covering some of the more popular and well known examples, this book targets not so obvious disruptions in the education sector and in services and changing business models. Phantom Ex Machina: Digital Disruption's Role in Business Model Transformation is divided into six parts. The book begins with an introduction to digital disruption and why it matters. The next part of the book focuses on business strategy which includes case studies on the impact of social media and how digital disruption changes pricing strategies and price models. For part three, the authors observe technology's role in digital disruptions. Chapters cover how 3D printing is challenging existing business models and how the automotive industry is innovating with new perspectives. Part four covers higher education, recognizing digital disruption's transformation in graduate management education. Part five centers upon the service industry with a look at virtual teams and the emergence of virtual think tanks. Finally the book concludes with a look to the future, embracing disruptions.
Photonic Interconnects for Computing Systems: Understanding and Pushing Design Challenges (River Publishers Series In Optics And Photonics Ser.)
by Gabriela Nicolescu Mahdi Nikdast Sébastien Le BeuxIn recent years, there has been a considerable amount of effort, both in industry and academia, focusing on the design, implementation, performance analysis, evaluation and prediction of silicon photonic interconnects for inter- and intra-chip communication, paving the way for the design and dimensioning of the next and future generation of high-performance computing systems. Photonic Interconnects for Computing Systems provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art technology and research achievements in employing silicon photonics for interconnection networks and high-performance computing, summarizing main opportunities and some challenges. The majority of the chapters were collected from presentations made at the International Workshop on Optical/Photonic Interconnects for Computing Systems (OPTICS) held over the past two years. The workshop invites internationally recognized speakers on the range of topics relevant to silicon photonics and computing systems. Technical topics discussed in the book include:Design and Implementation of Chip-Scale Photonic Interconnects;Developing Design Automation Solutions for Chip-Scale Photonic Interconnects;Design Space Exploration in Chip-Scale Photonic Interconnects;Thermal Analysis and Modeling in Photonic Interconnects;Design for Reliability;Fabrication Non-Uniformity in Photonic Interconnects;Photonic Interconnects for Computing Systems presents a compilation of outstanding contributions from leading research groups in the field. It presents a comprehensive overview of the design, advantages, challenges, and requirements of photonic interconnects for computing systems. The selected contributions present important discussions and approaches related to the design and development of novel photonic interconnect architectures, as well as various design solutions to improve the performance of such systems while considering different challenges. The book is ideal for personnel in computer/photonic industries as well as academic staff and master/graduate students in computer science and engineering, electronic engineering, electrical engineering and photonics.
Photoshop Elements 2018 For Dummies
by Ted Padova Barbara ObermeierThe top-selling book on Photoshop Elements—updated in a new edition Photoshop Elements offers photo editors of all skill levels the power to turn run-of-the-mill images into beautiful works of art—and Photoshop Elements 2018 For Dummies shows you how. Those new to photo editing who are looking for advice on making the most common fixes and experienced editors in need of a road map to this version of Photoshop Elements will find great value in this book! Start off by touring the Photoshop Elements interface with introductions to the tools that make the program so powerful. You’ll also follow simple step-by-step instructions for organizing images for editing, creating layers in your images, adjusting color and focus, applying artsy filters, adding text to an image, and so much more. Get simple explanations for handling image editing Find steps for giving your photos a digital makeover Discover tips for getting better photos Create frame-worthy pieces you’ll be proud to display If you’re ready to take your photo editing skills to new heights, all the help you need is a page—and a click—away.
Php And Mysql Web Development (Developer's Library)
by Luke Welling Laura ThomsonPHP and MySQL Web Development teaches the reader to develop dynamic, secure, commercial Web sites. Using the same accessible, popular teaching style of the first edition, this best-selling book has been updated to reflect the rapidly changing landscape of MySQL and PHP. The book teaches the reader to integrate and implement these technologies by following real-world examples and working sample projects, and also covers related technologies needed to build a commercial Web site, such as SSL, shopping carts, and payment systems. The second edition includes new coverage of how to work with XML in developing a PHP and MySQL site, and how to draw on the valuable resources of the PEAR repository of code and extensions.
Pivotal Certified Professional Spring Developer Exam
by Iuliana CosminaPass the Pivotal Certified Professional exam using source code examples, study summaries, and mock exams. In this book, you'll find a descriptive overview of certification-related Spring modules and a single example application demonstrating the use of all required Spring modules. Also, it is suitable as an introductory primer for Spring newcomers.Furthermore, in Pivotal Certified Professional Spring Developer Exam: A Study Guide each chapter contains a brief study summary and question set, and the book’s free downloadable source code package includes one mock exam (50 questions – like a real exam). After using this study guide, you will be ready to take and pass the Pivotal Certified Professional exam.When you become Pivotal Certified, you will have one of the most valuable credentials in Java. The demand for Spring skills is skyrocketing. Pivotal certification helps you advance your skills and your career, and get the maximum benefit from Spring. Passing the exam demonstrates your understanding of Spring and validates your familiarity with: container-basics, aspect oriented programming (AOP), data access and transactions, Spring Security, Spring Boot, microservices and the Spring model-view-controller (MVC). Good luck!What You'll LearnUnderstand the core principles of the popular Spring FrameworkUse dependency injectionWork with aspects in Spring and do AOP (aspect oriented programming)Control transactional behavior and work with SQL and NoSQL (MongoDB) databasesCreate and secure web applications based on Spring MVCGet to know the format of exam and type of questions in itCreate Spring microservices applicationsWho This Book Is ForSpring developers who have taken the Pivotal Core Spring class are eligible to take the Pivotal Certified Professional exam.
Plagues (The Darwin College Lectures)
by Sven Friedemann Jonathan L. HeeneyPlagues have inflicted misery and suffering throughout history. They can be traced through generations in our genes, with echoes in religion and literature. Featuring essays arising from the 2014 Darwin College Lectures, this book examines the spectrum of tragic consequences of different types of plagues, from infectious diseases to over-population and computer viruses. The essays analyse the impact that plagues have had on humanity and animals, and their threat to the very survival of the world as we know it. On the theme of plagues, each essay takes a unique perspective, ranging from the impact of plagues on history, medicine, the evolution of species, and biblical metaphors, to their impact on national economies, and even our highly connected digital lifestyles. This engaging and timely collection challenges our understanding of plagues, and asks if plagues are the manifestation of nature's checks and balances in light of human population growth and our impact on climate change. A stimulating collection of essays written by a distinguished group of scholars with a diverse approach to their theme. Provides a multidisciplinary examination of the effects of plagues, from early history to current medicine and the future. Analyses different types of plagues, from infectious diseases to over-population and computer viruses.
Plan Prediction
by Ray WyattThis book develops an innovative system, in the form of an "app", that harnesses the power of the internet to predict which sorts of people will prefer which policy in ANY planning situation. It chronicles the accumulated research wisdom behind the system's reasoning, along with several less successful approaches to policy making that have been found wanting in the past - including the myth, usually peddled by strategic planners, that it is possible to find a "best" plan which optimally satisfies everybody. The book lays out an entirely new kind of Planning Support System (PSS). It will facilitate decision-making that is far more community-sensitive than previously, and it will drastically improve the performance of anyone who needs to plan within socially-sensitive contexts - which is all of us. A standout feature of the system is its commitment to "scientific rigour", as shown by its predicted plan scores always being graphically presented within error margins so that true statistical significance is instantly observable. Moreover, the probabilities that its predictions are correct are always shown - a refreshing change from most, if not all other Decision Support Systems (DSS) that simply expect users to accept their outputs on faith alone.
Planning by Design (PxD)-Based Systematic Methodologies
by Hakan ButunerThe book shows how to use Planning by Design (PxD) for developing working models to any type of subject area. Section 1 describes the nature of planning in general, the formula of planning, the features that make it systematic, the essence of PxD, and developing and using the working model. Section 2 demonstrates personal application of creative planning to real life cases and practical working models on different subject areas. The book provides a general planning "master guide" that shows how to develop a working model of any definable subject matter. This objective will be accomplished by introducing the concepts, the process, and the methodology of PxD.
Plate Tectonics: Discover how our planet works from the inside out (The Ladybird Expert Series #4)
by Iain StewartHow do plate tectonics work? Learn from the experts in the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIESDiscover in this accessible and authoritative introduction the fundamental theory of how our dynamic planet works.You'll learn about the make up of the Earth in the past and the present, from monsoon-like currents in our planet's radioactive interior to magnetic force lines and what the planet would look like without water.You will learn about:- Our planet as an active living system- The planetary force field- Fault lines that cross continents- How plates tectonics protects life on Earth- And much more . . .Written by the celebrated geologist, academic and popular science presenter Iain Stewart, Plate Tectonics explores the Earth as a planetary machine and investigates the people and ideas that changed the way we look at the world.Learn about other topics in the Ladybird Experts series including Gravity, Quantum Physics, Climate Change and Evolution.Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture.For an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years.
Platform Strategy: How to Unlock the Power of Communities and Networks to Grow Your Business
by Laure Claire Reillier Benoit ReillierDuring the last decade, platform businesses such as Uber, Airbnb, Amazon and eBay have been taking over the world. In almost every sector, traditional businesses are under attack from digital disrupters that are effectively harnessing the power of communities. But what exactly is a platform business and why is it different? In Platform Strategy, Laure Claire Reillier and Benoit Reillier provide a practical guide for students, digital entrepreneurs and executives to understand what platforms are, how they work and how you can build one successfully. Using their own "rocket model" and original case studies (including Google, Apple, Amazon), they explain how designing, igniting and scaling a platform business requires learning a whole new set of management rules. Platform Strategy also offers many fascinating insights into the future of platforms, their regulation and governance, as well as how they can be combined with other business models. Benoit Reillier and Laure Claire Reillier are co-founders of Launchworks, a leading advisory firm focused on helping organizations develop and scale innovative business models.
PoC or GTFO
by Manul Laphroaig<p>This highly anticipated print collection gathers articles published in the much-loved International Journal of Proof-of-Concept or Get The Fuck Out.PoC||GTFO follows in the tradition of Phrack and Uninformed by publishing on the subjects of offensive security research, reverse engineering, and file format internals. <p>Until now, the journal has only been available online or printed and distributed for free at hacker conferences worldwide. <p>Consistent with the journal's quirky, biblical style, this book comes with all the trimmings: a leatherette cover, ribbon bookmark, bible paper, and gilt-edged pages. <p>The book features more than 80 technical essays from numerous famous hackers, authors of classics like "Reliable Code Execution on a Tamagotchi," "ELFs are Dorky, Elves are Cool," "Burning a Phone," "Forget Not the Humble Timing Attack," and "A Sermon on Hacker Privilege." Twenty-four full-color pages by Ange Albertini illustrate many of the clever tricks described in the text.
Pod Racer (Level Up)
by R. T. MartinA11_4_ON3 is a gamer who likes to look out for himself—especially when it comes to winning. When he learns he's part of a four-player team with his former gaming crew, no one is happy to work together again. But their team must win this virtual reality racing game, or they'll be trapped inside the virtual world forever. Can he change his attitude for the sake of his team? Or will his self-centered playing be their downfall?
Podcasting For Dummies
by Tee Morris Chuck TomasiProduce a podcast like the pros More people than ever are turning to podcasts for on-demand, mobile entertainment and information. Podcasting For Dummies offers a fast and easy way to get the know-how you need to produce and distribute one of your very own. Written by a pair of podcasting pioneers, this book shares insight on the technology behind recording, editing, and sharing podcasts, along with tips and tricks on how to produce a pro-level podcast. Podcasting has enjoyed a recent boom thanks to a new crop of hit podcasts catching the ears of the public and media along with the continued growth of mobile and streaming devices as a source for entertainment. If you want to jump on the podcasting bandwagon, you've come to the right place! In this fully updated edition, would-be and experienced podcasters alike will get all the tech information, production insight, and promotional tips they need to either get a podcast off the ground or improve on an existing one. Get the gear you need Find your podcasting voice Find and build an audience Plan your podcast New tools have made it easier than ever to create a podcast—and this book shows you how.
Pokemon Go 20 trucs et astuces à connaître + Conseils pour Économisez votre batterie Ensemble de livre 2
by Gaëlle Guilleaume Game GuidezDevenez le plus grand dresseur de Pokémons et économisez votre batterie grâce à ce lot réunissant nos deux guides à un prix très avantageux ! Guide Pokémon Go : 20 trucs et astuces à connaître ! Devenez le meilleur dresseur de Pokémons ! Ce guide, bourré de trucs et astuces, vous apprendra rapidement à devenir un expert dans le dressage de Pokémons. Si vous désirez évoluer rapidement dans le jeu tout en vous amusant, ce livre est pour vous ! Voici certains des thèmes abordés : - Comment se lancer dans le jeu - Comment trouver davantage de Pokémons - Gagner des niveaux rapidement et efficacement - Comment économiser sa batterie - Les objets du jeu - Comment utiliser la réalité augmentée à bon escient - Comment se servir des Pokéstops Et encore pleins d’autres trucs et astuces ! Alors, n’hésitez pas et commandez votre exemplaire dès maintenant ! Pokémon Go : Économisez votre batterie Je vais vous apprendre à économiser votre batterie et bien plus encore ! Grâce à ce guide, vous apprendrez plusieurs trucs et astuces pour économiser la batterie de votre téléphone. Alors, si vous voulez vous amuser encore PLUS longtemps sur Pokémon Go, ce guide est pour vous ! Voici quelques thèmes abordés : - Couper le son - Éteindre les applications en arrière-plan - Comment doubler la durée de vie de batterie - Se débarrasser du Bluetooth - Profiter de ses données illimitées - Tirer parti des paramètres du jeu Alors, n’hésitez pas et commandez votre exemplaire dès maintenant !
Pokémon GO: 8 dicas e truques que você deve ler para poupar bateria
by Fernanda Ranieri Silva Game GuidezEu posso ensinar-lhe como DOBRAR sua vida da sua bateria ou mais! Em nosso guia, vamos mergulhar direto nas dicas e truques que irão ajudá-lo a dominar a vida da sua bateria no menor tempo possível. Nós vamos guiá-lo de mãos dadas com algumas das dicas mais cobiçadas e truques descobertos em como poupar sua preciosa bateria. Se você quiser fazer o seu divertimento durar um longo tempo, este é o livro para você! Alguns dos tópicos que abordamos: Drenagem de som Aplicativos em segundo plano Como dobrar instantaneamente a duração da sua bateria! Abaixando a drenagem polegada por polegada Definições avançadas de bluetooth Manipulações do plano de dados Configurações mágicas no jogo Reprodução de baixa potência Se você não quiser ler nenhuma enrolação e apenas chegar diretamente ao que vai fazê-lo o melhor, este livro é para você! Leia a sua cópia hoje e torne-se o mestre que você é!
Pokémon Go: Guía más 20 consejos y trucos que tienes que leer
by F L Translation Interpreting Services Game Guidez¡Conviértete en el mejor entrenador de Pokémon del mundo! Con esta guía, te vas encontrar con los mejores consejos y trucos para convertirte en un maestro en el menor tiempo posible. Te guiaremos a través de los consejos y trucos más buscados que los usuarios han encontrado en el juego. ¡Si quieres acelerar la diversión, este es el libro indicado para ti! Estos son algunos de los temas que trataremos: •Cómo empezar •Cómo encontrar más Pokémones •Cómo subir de nivel más rápido y con más eficiencia •Cómo encontrar Pokémones en equipo •Cómo hacer para que no se descargue la batería con estrategias avanzadas •Ítems •Consejos y trucos de realidad aumentada •Consejos especiales de Pokeparadas •Secretos y pistas También, encontrarás más consejos, trucos y secretos en esta guía. ¡Si no quieres perder el tiempo en detalles innecesarios y sólo deseas quedarte con aquello que te convertirá en el mejor jugador, entonces, este es tu libro! ¡Lee este libro ahora mismo y conviértete en el maestro que eres! Palabras clave: Guía de Pokémon Go, Consejos de Pokémon Go, Pokémon Go.
Pokémon Go: Économisez votre batterie !
by Gaëlle Guilleaume Game GuidezJe vais vous apprendre à économiser votre batterie et bien plus encore ! Grâce à ce guide, vous apprendrez plusieurs trucs et astuces pour économiser la batterie de votre téléphone. Alors, si vous voulez vous amuser encore PLUS longtemps sur Pokémon Go, ce guide est pour vous ! Voici quelques thèmes abordés : - Couper le son - Éteindre les applications en arrière-plan - Comment doubler la durée de vie de batterie - Se débarrasser du Bluetooth - Profiter de ses données illimitées - Tirer parti des paramètres du jeu Alors, n’hésitez pas et commandez votre exemplaire dès maintenant !
Police Misconduct: A Global Perspective
by Cliff RobersonThis book explores the different types of police misconduct including the use of excessive force. It also explores what types of officers become involved in illegal misconduct, steps jurisdictions may take to prevent such problems, and discusses who should police the police. Also included is a historical analysis of police misconduct, discussions on the legal restrictions designed to prevent police misconduct, and steps that the jurisdiction may take to limit their liability. Ancillary material is available with course adoption.
Police Reserves and Volunteers: Enhancing Organizational Effectiveness and Public Trust
by James F. AlbrechtReductions in police department funding have raised the importance of volunteers in enhancing organizational performance, improving community trust and confidence, and at times accomplishing basic tasks to maintain public safety and security. During a period when police administrators are asked to do more with less, and to engage in smarter, community-oriented policing, citizen volunteers are an invaluable resource. Police Reserves and Volunteers is an invaluable primer for those looking to understand the benefits and challenges involved in the use of the volunteers within global law enforcement agencies. Using cases from a range of specialists and precincts, this edited volume provides a rare window into police administration from the state legislation that regulates police reserves in California to the local models observed in many counties and cities across the United States. Police Reserves and Volunteers offers volunteers, local elected officials, and law enforcement straightforward guidelines to enhance police goals and build public trust in local communities.
Police Use of Force: Important Issues Facing the Police and the Communities They Serve
by Michael J. PalmiottoStarting with a historical introduction, Police Use of Force presents readers with critical and timely issues facing police and the communities they serve when police encounters turn violent. Dr. Palmiotto offers in-depth coverage of the use of force, deadly force, non-lethal weapons, militarization of policing, racism and profiling, legal cases, psychology, perception and training, and violence prevention. Police Use of Force also investigates many case studies, both famous (Rodney King) and contemporary (Ferguson, MO). Essential reading for both criminal justice professionals and academics, this text places police conflict within a complex, modern context, inviting cogent conversation in the classroom and the precinct.
Political Advertising in the 2014 European Parliament Elections
by Christina Holtz-Bacha Kevin Rafter Edoardo NovelliThis timely publication offers a fresh scholarly assessment of political advertising across the EU, as well as an insight into differing political and regulatory systems related to political advertising in the individual member states. With a detailed focus on the images and communication styles that characterised the 2014 European Parliament election campaign, this edited collection evaluates political advertising across the EU using empirical data to compare and contrast styles and approaches in different members. This work allows the authors to offer an important evaluation of the similarities and differences in the posters and broadcasts used to win public support in the 2014 campaign at the time of the great European recession and financial crisis, specifically looking at the place of posters and video commercials. This book will appeal to researchers and students of political communication, political science, history, European studies as well as candidates and campaign workers who want a more comprehensive understanding of the representation of Europe in political adverts at the 2014 elections.