Robot Building For Dummies
Robot Building For Dummies

Author: Roger Arrick

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-05-09

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 1118085221

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Always wanted to build a robot but didn't know where to start? This user-friendly guide shows what robots can do, how they work, and more Ready to enter the world of robotics? Then this book is for you! If you don't know much about electronics, high-tech tools, or computer programming, that’s okay. If you can work with some basic tools (such as pliers, a screwdriver, and a cutting knife), have a computer and know your way around it, and want to make a robot, you’re in the right place. Robot Building For Dummies walks you through building your very own little metal assistant from a kit, dressing it up, giving it a brain, programming it to do things, and even making it talk. In this hands-on guide that's illustrated with step-by-step instructions and written in plain English, you get an overview of robotics and the tools, technology, and skills you need to become a robot builder. You'll discover The various approaches to robot building, such as building from scratch or starting with a kit The mechanical parts of a robot and how they fit together The components of an efficient workspace and how to set one up Programming basics you need to enter and download commands into your robot How to add a controller, which lets you download software programs to your robot Using an editor program to connect to your robot The importance of preparing the parts of a robot kit and then assembling the chassis, wheels, and sensor whiskers The fun of making your robot functional by adding motion detection, light sensors, and more How to troubleshoot common problems and fix them to save your robot's life Along the way, you'll gather tidbits about robot history, enthusiasts' groups, a list of parts suppliers, and all-important safety tips. As an added bonus, Robot Building For Dummies comes with rebates for your robot building kit – no more waiting, grab your copy and start building your robot today.

Fighting Spam For Dummies
Fighting Spam For Dummies

Author: John R. Levine

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2007-05-09

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0470199164

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If you have e-mail, you have spam—that annoying electronic junk mail that jams your inbox, sometimes makes you blush, and takes a lot of the fun out of your online experience. Spam wastes thousands of hours and costs you, the recipient of the stuff you don’t want, thousands of dollars in increased costs that your Internet service provider eventually passes along to you. In fact, a European survey in 2001 revealed that spam costs about $9.4 billion each year! Spammers spam because they’re not paying for it, you are. The good news is, you can fight back, and Fighting Spam For Dummies tells you how. Find out Where spam comes from How to set up spam filters How folders help filter out spam What additional programs can help Where—and how—to report spam How best to lobby for spam control You’ll get the plai n-English explanation for activating any additional protection offered by your ISP, and discover how to make the best use of any spam filter that came with your e-mail program. Fighting Spam For Dummies will arm you with information about Making your address harder for spammers to grab Why simply hitting “delete” isn’t enough Tracking down the source of the spam What you can learn from e-mail headers How spam filters work—and why they aren’t foolproof Setting up the maximum level of filtration for your e-mail program and ISP What information your ISP needs when you report spam How—and how not—to complain Adding protection with POPFile Ways to protect your clients if you’re a network administrator The ultimate solution to spam has yet to be found, but these Internet-savvy authors give you the tools to help level the playing field. They also offer some solid suggestions for anti-spam laws and how you can join the war on spam.

Macromedia Coldfusion MX Web Application Construction Kit
Macromedia Coldfusion MX Web Application Construction Kit

Author: Ben Forta

Publisher: Macromedia Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 1548

ISBN-13: 9780321125163

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This is an all-in-one kit that gives readers everything they need to create Web-based applications--including the latest version of the ColdFusion Web Application Server and development environment. This is the book that has taught thousands of developers all they need to know about ColdFusion.

QuarkXPress 6 For Dummies
QuarkXPress 6 For Dummies

Author: Barbara Assadi

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-10-28

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13: 0764549766

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Get a quick handle on the new features of QuarkXPress 6, including Mac OS X and Windows XP compatibility, enhanced undo functionality, full-resolution previews, and new ways to manage complex projects Written by designers for designers, covering all the major tools for layout, text editing, special effects, Web page development, and printing in simple, easy-to-understand language Enables both beginning and intermediate designers to start using the program quickly From two highly qualified authors: Barbara Assadi, former manager of Quark, Inc.’s Editorial Services department, and Galen Gruman, a desktop publishing pioneer and former executive editor of Macworld

Programming ColdFusion MX
Programming ColdFusion MX

Author: Rob Brooks-Bilson

Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."

Published: 2003-08-13

Total Pages: 1139

ISBN-13: 0596003803

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This exhaustive resource covers everything from ColdFusion basics to advancedtopics that are ideal for intermediate developers.

Writing Copy For Dummies
Writing Copy For Dummies

Author: Jonathan Kranz

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-05-04

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 1118069935

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Tips on writing to consumers and business-to-business Create captivating, results-oriented, sales-generating copy Need to produce winning copy for your business? This fast, fun guide takes you through every step of a successful copywriting project, from direct mail, print ads, and radio spots to Web sites, articles, and press releases. You'll see how to gather crucial information before you write, build awareness, land sales, and keep customers coming back for more. Discover How To: * Write compelling headlines and body copy * Turn your research into brilliant ideas * Create motivational materials for worthy causes * Fix projects when they go wrong * Land a job as a copywriter

Microsoft CRM For Dummies
Microsoft CRM For Dummies

Author: Joel Scott

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-11-11

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0764544896

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Microsoft CRM, das sind die heiss ersehnten Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software Anwendungen von Microsoft, die jetzt demnächst auf den Markt kommen und die insbesondere auf den Bedarf kleiner und mittelständischer Unternehmen zugeschnitten sind. "Microsoft CRM For Dummies" ist ein praktischer Leitfaden, der Anfänger und fortgeschrittene Anfänger mit dem Leistungsumfang und der Nutzung dieser CRM Software vertraut macht. Das Buch geht ausführlich auf die wichtigsten Features von Microsoft CRM ein, wie z.B. integrierte Vertriebs- und Servicemodule, Funktionen für das Lead- und Verkaufschancenmanagement, komplette Kontakthistorie, automatisches Ereignismeldungssystem, leistungsfähige Wissensdatenbank sowie spezielle Reporting Tools für die genaue Umsatzplanung und die Auswertung der Geschäftsaktivitäten. Die Vorteile von Microsoft CRM liegen klar auf der Hand: Mit dieser neuen Software können Sie effektiver verkaufen, alle Aktivitäten zentral an einem Ort verwalten, potentielle Interessenten effizient ermitteln und zu Kunden machen, schneller informationsbasierte Entscheidungen treffen, durchgängigen Service anbieten und vieles andere mehr. Darüber hinaus ist Microsoft CRM schnell einzuführen, leicht anzupassen und einfach zu bedienen. Autor Joel Scott gilt international als Experte für erfolgreiches CRM im Bereich mittelständischer Unternehmen. Er ist President und Chef-Trainer der Computer Control Corporation, einem Unternehmen, das sich auf den Vertrieb von CRM Software und entsprechenden Schulungen spezialisiert hat. Ein Band aus der beliebten 'For Dummies'-Reihe.

Macromedia ColdFusion MX Development
Macromedia ColdFusion MX Development

Author: Eric Ladd

Publisher: Que Publishing

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 612

ISBN-13: 9780789726933

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Macromedia's ColdFusion is a popular choice for making dynamic Web pages coupled to easy-to-maintain databases. From his teaching experience, the author has found that students learn best by seeing several sample CF scripts and the output those scripts produce.The author offers lots of example code that is well-commented, is discussed thoroughly prior to its introduction, and is associated with a screen capture that shows the code's output.

Peachtree For Dummies
Peachtree For Dummies

Author: Elaine Marmel

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-08-02

Total Pages: 459

ISBN-13: 0764577514

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li>According to a Greenfield Online survey, one-third of small-business owners find accounting to be the most intimidating part of managing their businesses; many have no formal training in accounting and welcome a user-friendly approach to learning the software li>Peachtree Accounting is a well-established software package that helps small to mid-size businesses manage their finances; research suggests that business owners prefer using accounting software over working with professional accountants li>This updated edition covers the latest upgrades and enhancements made to the software li>Walks the reader through setting up and using Peachtree Accounting, managing the accounting functions, and gaining insight into business financials

WordPerfect 12 For Dummies
WordPerfect 12 For Dummies

Author: Margaret Levine Young

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-09-24

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0764579797

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Do you take the shortest route instead of the side roads when you’re trying to get somewhere? Do you choose the streamlined model instead of one loaded with gizmos and gadgets? Do you value ease over extras? WordPerfect 12 is practical software designed to help you create great-looking, readable documents. Whether you’re a recent convert from longhand (welcome to the modern world) or a word processing pro, WordPerfect12 For Dummies covers what you need to know, including: The basics, like using menus and toolbars, saving, editing, and printing files, getting help, and more Editing and formatting text, adding page numbers, charts, cool fonts, borders, backgrounds, and more Using templates to make your life easier Creating envelopes and labels and doing multiple mailings Using the compatibility toolbars, Workspace Manager, Office Ready template browser, and wireless office capabilities Creating and integrating columns, tables and graphics Creating Web pages, Adobe Acrobat Documents, XML files, and even Microsoft Office documents Publishing your document as a Web Page WordPerfect12 For Dummies was written by Margaret Levine Young, David C. Kay, and Richard Wagner, all computer gurus who have written or contributed to other For Dummies books and numerous computer books. After it shows you how to do what you need to do, it inspires you to do things you probably didn’t know you could do, such as: Changing Workspaces to the WordPerfect Legal mode if you need to create legal documents Choosing from 26 different tool bars to fit the way you work and what you’re working on Using WordPerfect Office Ready for 40 additional templates Printing bar codes Using Microsoft Outlook contact information in Word Perfect First you’ll get comfortable with WordPerfect 12, and then you’ll get confident and want to explore more. Whether you are a beginner, need a quick refresher, or want to take advantage of the advanced functions, with its complete index, WordPerfect12 For Dummies will be the reference you rely on.