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Rare collection only for AvaxHome Members. There's no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects. Great as a supplement to a high-school or college.

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The 191 papers are organized in topical sections on computational statistics, social networking and computing, evolutionary computing and applications, information education and application, internet and web computing, scientific and engineering computing, system simulation computing, bio-inspired and DNA computing, internet and Web computing, multimedia networking and computing, parallel and distributed computing.

This book is the most comprehensive reference on smartphone/mobile computing on the market so far. It not only covers mobile computing fundamentals such as wireless networking support and hardware/software platforms, but also provides in-depth discussion on advanced topics like security, QoS, and challenges facing various mobile applications

This issue provides you with an in-depth look at software development issues and design guidelines, and helps you gain the skills you need to develop your own efficient and feature-rich Smartphone applications that utilize the latest cutting-edge technologies.
This book is for software architects and developers working in the area of mobile application development as well as professionals who want a quick and thorough overview of the Microsoft Smartphone software development platform.

This book is the start-to-finish guide to Android application development: massively updated for the newest SDKs and developer techniques. This book delivers all the up-to-date information, tested code, and best practices you need to create and market successful mobile apps with the latest versions of Android.

This book is the only introductory computer networking book written by authors who have had first-hand experience with many of the protocols discussed in the book, who have actually designed some of them as well, and who are still actively designing the computer networks today. This newly revised edition continues to provide an enduring, practical understanding of networks and their building blocks through rich, example-based instruction. The authors' focus is on the why of network design, not just the specifications comprising today's systems but how key technologies and protocols actually work in the real world to solve specific problems. The new edition makes less use of computer code to explain protocols than earlier editions.

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SketchUp for Woodworkers Part 1: Getting Started. This ShopClass is comprised of our series of 12 lessons in the basics of using SketchUp (a free 3D-modeling program from Google). These video lessons take you step by step from setting up the software to gathering information from your finished model. So you'll head to the shop with all the information you need to build any project with confidence. You'll know the exact sizes of every part, and how the parts go together – before you ever cut any wood!

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L'infrastructure de réseau sans fil peut être construite à un coût très bas par rapport aux solutions câblées traditionnelles. Mais la construction des réseaux sans fil n'est qu'en partie un problème d'économie d'argent. En fournissant à votre communauté un accès à l'information facile et bon marché, elle bénéficie directement de tout ce que l'Internet a à offrir.

This book was created by a team of individuals who each, in their own field, are actively participating in the ever-expanding Internet by pushing its reach farther than ever before. This book documents our efforts to build wireless networks in the developing world.
IN THIS EXPANDED SECOND EDITION, YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO: Build a wide-area wireless network using inexpensive 802.11 wireless networking equipment; Share a common Internet connection between many sites; Determine the economic feasibility of your network project; Understand the basics of radio propagation, including environmental effects, transmission lines, and antenna characteristics.

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The step-by-step instructions in this comprehensive DVD clearly describe the latest tips and techniques for mastering the application of Natural Hydraulic Lime Plaster. Full tool lists for each stage of the plastering process are included to make project preparation easy for any skill level. Learn about the advantages of hydraulic lime plaster versus traditional Portland cement plaster and stucco. Discover the best way to mix the lime and sand If you decide to mix plaster by hand.

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This DVD contains nearly two hours of invaluable information to help you save time and money on your straw bale building project. It covers the latest research in the field of straw bale design and construction. This is a high quality DVD, showing close-up details of the building process. Each step is thoughtfully articulated by general contractor Andrew Morrison.

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Finally there's a video that explains how to properly build a concrete slab from start to finish! See the entire process step-by-step, from grading the site to polishing the perfect concrete slab. Slab-on-grade construction is popular in strawbale and frame house construction, and for numerous projects such as garages, guest cottages, outdoor patios, additions, workshops, and studios. This video includes up-to-date information to build your own concrete slab foundation to code. General contractor Andrew Morrison walks you through each stage of the concrete foundation building process.

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