Wiley

A unique resource to help software developers create a desirable user experienceToday, top-flight software must feature a desirable user experience. This one-of-a-kind book creates a design process specifically for software, making it easy for developers who lack design background to create that compelling user experience. Appealing to both tech-savvy designers and creative-minded technologists, it establishes a hybrid discipline that will produce first-rate software. Illustrated in full color, it shows how to plan and visualize the design to create software that works on every level.Today's software demands attention to the quality of the user experience; this book guides you through a practical design process to achieve that goalApproaches the mechanics of design with a process inspired... Less

Learn to combine security theory and code to produce secure systemsSecurity is clearly a crucial issue to consider during the design and implementation of any distributed software architecture. Security patterns are increasingly being used by developers who take security into serious consideration from the creation of their work. Written by the authority on security patterns, this unique book examines the structure and purpose of security patterns, illustrating their use with the help of detailed implementation advice, numerous code samples, and descriptions in UML. Provides an extensive, up-to-date catalog of security patternsShares real-world case studies so you can see when and how to use security patterns in practiceDetails how to incorporate security from the conceptual stage... Less

Effective creative strategies and campaigns for business owners or marketersWhether it's on the Web, in a book, or live in-person, the most effective solutions are those that unexpectedly grab our attention. David Langton and Anita Campbell identify eye-catching and thought- provoking marketing and PR tips, ideas, and creative stunts. This compendium of winning ideas will inspire small business leaders, creative professionals, and students. Award-winning visual communication designer David Langton has worked for a range of businesses from Fortune 500 leaders to small businesses. Anita Campbell, an internationally known small business expert, reaches over 2 million small business owners and stakeholders annually.Through case studies, photos, and illustrations, Visual Marketing displays... Less

Go beyond design concepts and learn to build state-of-the-art visualizationsThe visualization experts at Microsoft's Pragmatic Works have created a full-color, step-by-step guide to building specific types of visualizations. The book thoroughly covers the Microsoft toolset for data analysis and visualization, including Excel, and explores best practices for choosing a data visualization design, selecting tools from the Microsoft stack, and building a dynamic data visualization from start to finish. You'll examine different types of visualizations, their strengths and weaknesses, and when to use each one. Data visualization tools unlock the stories within the data, enabling you to present it in a way that is useful for making business decisionsThis full-color guide introduces data... Less

Location-based Services (LBSs) are mobile services for providing information that has been created, compiled, selected or filtered under consideration of the users’ current locations or those of other persons or mobile devices. Typical examples are restaurant finders, buddy trackers, navigation services or applications in the areas of mobile marketing and mobile gaming. The attractiveness of LBSs is due to the fact that users are not required to enter location information manually but are automatically pinpointed and tracked.This book explains the fundamentals and operation of LBSs and gives a thorough introduction to the key technologies and organizational procedures, offering comprehensive coverage of positioning methods, location protocols and service platforms, alongside an overview... Less

Microsoft Windows Server is a multi-purpose server designed to increase reliability and flexibility of  a network infrastructure. Windows Server is the paramount tool used by enterprises in their datacenter and desktop strategy. The most recent versions of Windows Server also provide both server and client virtualization. Its ubiquity in the enterprise results in the need for networking professionals who know how to plan, design, implement, operate, and troubleshoot networks relying on Windows Server.Microsoft Learning is preparing the next round of its Windows Server Certification program with exams covering the new version of the software, Windows Server 2012. The exams and certification path change significantly from the previous version of Windows Server. This provides an opportunity... Less

* An indispensable resource for Fedora users who must now work without customer support from Red Hat, Inc., covering critical troubleshooting techniques for networks, internal servers, and external servers * Chris Negus is a well-known Linux authority and also the author of the top-selling Red Hat Linux Bible (0-7645-4333-4); Thomas Weeks is a trainer and administrator who manages hundreds of Red Hat Linux systems * Covers all of the most common Fedora problem areas: firewalls, DNS servers, print servers, Samba, NFS, Web servers, FTP servers, e-mail servers, modems, adding hardware, and hardware certification * Features easy-to-use flowcharts that guide administrators step by step through common Fedora troubleshooting scenarios * A companion Web site offers troubleshooting updates to keep... Less

XML is a powerful cross-platform mark-up language which has readily been adopted as a standard in many spheres of web and software development. Real benefits include its ease of integration into existing systems, the simplicity of using it in object-oriented environments and its wide applicability. Chris Bates shows how to use XML in modern software developments and backs up a thorough treatment of its key points with clear, practical examples. Programmers and developers wanting both A-Z coverage and a practical how-to, will find stepwise guidance on:creating data,storage formats, implementing interfaces, providing a wireless protocol in distributed applications (SOAP), andcreating intermediate data formats on the web.Chris Bates provides live code in Java to show how XML can be employed... Less

Full-color book and video package teaches you Flash in a flash!If you want to design and maintain dynamic websites with Adobe Flash, this full-color book-and-video training package from expert instructors is the perfect place to start. Fifteen self-paced, step-by-step lessons are accompanied by video tutorials, and this powerful combination helps you master the basics, acquire essential skills, and learn what's new. Making all aspects of Flash less intimidating, this superb training tool covers topics such as using layers to build animation sequences, creating interactive web components with ActionScript, and much more.Uses full-color, step-by-step lessons in the book accompanied by videos on the DVD for a one-two punch of effective training Features five-minute videos that demonstrate... Less

The everyday Linux user can easily get overwhelmed by the complexity of the new software that exists when creating an Ubuntu system. This book covers the basics of creating a new system from scratch and explains what software is installed. You’ll take a tour of installing the Ubuntu Linux distribution system in most environments, including nontraditional situations such as dual-boot and text-based installations. Plus, clear explanations of each of the installed applications show you how to get the most out of each application, rather than simply using them as they exist.

Take charge of your data and run your business or organization both more efficiently and more successfully with the Access 2002 Bible, Gold Edition. Receive top-notch advice from Access experts, Cary N. Prague and Michael R. Irwin, which will help you to quickly master Access's premier database management capabilities and its hot new Web features. The Access 2002 Bible offers step-by-step instructions and practical examples and advice that equips you with everything you need to know to organize, present, analyze, and share data on a network or over the Web. Find comprehensive coverage of all new features and capabilities, including vastly improved Data Access Pages which gives users additional ways to provide information over the Web. Access 2002 carries several performance improvements... Less

ONLINE STUDY TOOL PACKED WITH CIA EXAM STUDY SESSIONS, POP QUIZZES, AND PRACTICE EXAMSMultiple- choice questions and their solutions help you sharpen your problem-solving skillsProgress charts by topic clearly show you the content areas where you meet the passing thresholdComprehe nsive coverage of all current IIA content requirements for each partThe Exam mode simulates actual exam conditionsCreate unlimited custom practice sessions and tests. View hints or detailed explanations for each questionBuild question sets by sub-topic, not-seen-before, or bookmarked groups. Enter and save notes on any questionSystem Requirements: Internet connection required to use Test Bank at all times (no offline access)Operating System: Windows 7, XP, or Mac 10.6Browser: IE7–IE9, Firefox 3.6–8.0, or Safari... Less

Update to the quintessential hip, helpful guide to the MacBook ProJust like your MacBook Pro, MacBook Pro Portable Genius, Second Edition is easy to carry, power-packed, and helps keep your Apple digital lifestyle on track. The second edition of this fluff-free but fun book helps you get quickly up to speed—and stay there. Find cool and useful Genius tips, full-color screenshots, and pages of easy-to-access shortcuts that will save you loads of time and let you enjoy your MacBook Pro to the max.Shows you how to get the most out of the MacBook Pro, Apple's sleek, hot-selling, lightweight, and fast notebook computer; it's a particular favorite of Windows users switching to MacsFeatures fresh coverage of Mac OS X Snow Leopard, iLife '09, and the latest changes to MobileMeReveals tips,... Less

Can't remember the Linux command that will propel your project forward? If you're new to the world of Linux or just need some quick phrases, Linux System Commands is your one-stop reference for all Linux commands:* KDE and GNOME* File management* text processing* Internet and e-mail* Mtools and programmingWith this flexible guide, you can look up commands by function, name, or DOS equivalent.

A tactical guide to installing, implementing, optimizing, and supporting SSH in order to secure your networkPrevent unwanted hacker attacks! This detailed guide will show you how to strengthen your company system's defenses, keep critical data secure, and add to the functionality of your network by deploying SSH. Security expert Himanshu Dwivedi shows you ways to implement SSH on virtually all operating systems, desktops, and servers, so your system is safe, secure, and stable. Learn how SSH fulfills all the core items in security, including authentication, authorization, encryption, integrity, and auditing. Also, discover methods to optimize the protocol for security and functionality on Unix, Windows, and network architecture environments. Additionally, find out about the similarities... Less

Delve into new creative endeavors with this unique guide to Photoshop Elements 9Adobe Photoshop Elements is the leading consumer-level photo editing software for both Mac and Windows users. This one-of-a-kind guide demonstrates creative effects you can accomplish with Photoshop Elements, using five gallery-quality images to illustrate each tutorial. Every lesson includes the specific shooting information used for the photo and details of the Elements treatments applied to transform it. With its unique 9x9 format and spectacular photographs, this book is unlike any other Photoshop Elements guide available. Photoshop Elements is the number one photo editing software for consumer use and is available for both Mac and WindowsThis guide provides tutorials for specific creative explorations... Less

The next best thing to having your own private instructor guiding you through Windows 8 is this terrific book-and-online video training tool from Elaine Marmel. Fifteen self-paced lessons show you how to customize settings, work with Internet Explorer, connect peripherals, and handle maintenance and troubleshooting. The step-by-step print book makes detailed tasks less intimidating, while video tutorials available for download at the companion website really drive home concepts and reinforce the instruction as you learn.You'll also get thoroughly up to speed on what's new in Windows 8 and how to get the most out of the new features. Features step-by-step instructions that make even the most complicated tasks easy to understand, while the video training enhances the content covered in the... Less

Maximize the power of Excel 2013 formulas with this must-have Excel referenceJohn Walkenbach, known as Mr. Spreadsheet, is a master at deciphering complex technical topics and Excel formulas are no exception. This fully updated book delivers more than 800 pages of Excel 2013 tips, tricks, and techniques for creating formulas that calculate, developing custom worksheet functions with VBA, debugging formulas, and much more. Demonstrates how to use all the latest features in Excel 2013 Shows how to create financial formulas and tap into the power of array formulasServes as a guide to using various lookup formulas, working with conditional formatting, and developing custom functionsShares proven solutions for handling typical (and not-so-typical) Excel formula challengesInclude s links to the... Less

Let Mac guru Andy Ihnatko show you how to put everything but the kitchen sink on your iPod—from old LPs, radio programs, television shows, and movies to spreadsheets, presentations, and PC rescue files. You'll quickly discover that music is only a small part of the picture as you learn how to record TV shows for an iPod, record radio broadcasts and automatically convert them into podcasts, convert Web pages into formats that can be read or listened to on an iPod, and even translate Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint documents for the iPod screen. Whether you're a PC or a Mac user, or have a past, present, or even future iPod, Inhantko advice works perfectly.

Save time with the keyword- searchable iFrs 2013 CD-ROM!Gain instant access to any topic with the point-and-click index and table of contentsFind what you need FAST using bookmarks that allow for easy reference remindersSystem RequirementsAdobe Acrobat Reader 7 or higherOr Adobe Digital Editions*Please view www.adobe.com for specific requirements.CD-RO M Drive

* Covers the features users want most in restoration and retouching: scanning existing prints, correcting color and lighting problems, hiding dust and scratches, repairing holes in the image, improving focus, and printing and posting the retouched images * VISUAL format uses step-by-step, full-color screen shot accompanied by minimal text to make learning quick and easy * Simple-to-use features, top-quality photo editing tools, cross-platform capabilities, and an affordable price make Photoshop Elements 2 extremely popular with the booming market of digital camera users * New elements of Windows XP are expected to produce even faster growth in the imaging market, with digital camera sales expected to triple over the next five years

The first book that shows how to harness the full power of open-source tools to build a free J2EE development platform without using any commercial productsTools covered include Apache Tomcat, Struts, Jetspeed, MySQL, Joram, and jBossShows developers how to integrate all of the most popular open-source tools into a single, integrated platformCompanion Web site provides source code plus a fully working example of the development platform created in the book

Spiral bound. Practically new with no folded pages, highlighting, notes etc. Includes unused 180 day trial of Microsoft Access 2010.