The Culture of Digital Fighting Games
The Culture of Digital Fighting Games

Author: Todd Harper

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-11-26

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1136747648

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This book examines the complex network of influences that collide in the culture of digital fighting games. Players from all over the world engage in competitive combat with one another, forming communities in both real and virtual spaces, attending tournaments and battling online via internet-connected home game consoles. But what is the logic behind their shared playstyle and culture? What are the threads that tie them together, and how does this inform our understanding of competitive gaming, community, and identity? Informed by observations made at one of the biggest fighting game events in the world – the Evolution Series tournament, or "EVO" – and interviews with fighting game players themselves, this book covers everything from the influence of arcade spaces, to the place of gender and ethnicity in the community, to the clash of philosophies over how these games should be played in the first place. In the process, it establishes the role of technology, gameplay, and community in how these players define both themselves and the games that they play.

The Digital Battle
The Digital Battle

Author: Lida

Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing

Published: 2018-03-20

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1457556456

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Playing A Game…. And Don’t Know the Cyber Security Rules. Networking in the form of internet, extranet, intranet, and virtual private network (vpn) has opened many doors for businesses. No longer is commerce inhibited by time zones or geographic locations to conduct financial transactions. Cyberspace affords businesses enormous revenue opportunities with reduced associated costs. All that is necessary for customers to make online purchases is internet availability and connectivity, an internet of things (IoT) digital media (i.e. laptop, desktop, tablet, smartphone, etc), and a method of payment (i.e. bank account, credit card debit card, etc). The problem resonates from the protection of your personal identifiable information (PII) during authentication and validation processes. The Digital Battle: Cyber Security is an attempt to assist consumers by protecting their PII, trade secrets, and critical infrastructure from compromise. To prevent exploitation, consumers need vigilance paired with knowledge. Using strategies of cyber security outlined in the three domains within this book, readers can gain the tools they need to succeed. Be Ready, cover your Defenses, and take the Offensive with Cyber Warfare Tactics.

Seaforth World Naval Review 2012
Seaforth World Naval Review 2012

Author: Conrad Waters

Publisher: Seaforth Publishing

Published: 2011-10-30

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 1783830980

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Launched in 2009, this annual has rapidly established a reputation as an authoritative but affordable summary of all that has happened in the naval world in the previous twelve months. It combines the standing features of regional surveys with one-off major articles on noteworthy new ships and other important developments. Besides the latest warship projects, it also looks at wider issues of importance to navies, such as aviation and electronics, and calls on expertise from around the globe to give a balanced picture of what is going on and to interpret its significance. This year special features include in-depth studies of the navies of Brazil, Australia and Pakistan, plus analyses of three significant new warship classes: the USNs advanced amphibious warfare ship Makin Island (LHD-8): Swedens futuristic Visby class stealth corvettes; and the BAE Systems offshore patrol vessels.Intended to make interesting reading as well as providing authoritative reference, there is a strong visual emphasis, including specially commissioned drawings and the most recently released photographs and artists impressions. For anyone with an interest in contemporary naval affairs, whether an enthusiast or a defense professional, this annual has become required readin

Revisiting Mister Rogers' Neighborhood
Revisiting Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Author: Kathy Merlock Jackson

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2016-02-08

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 0786472960

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During its 33-season run, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (1968-2001) left an indelible mark on millions of children and their caregivers. Perhaps no series in the history of children's television has done more to develop the identity and ethics of the child. More than a decade after Fred Rogers' death, he continues to attract an audience online. Yet despite the show's lasting impact it has been largely ignored by scholars. This collection of new essays focuses on Rogers' contributions to children's lives, to the media and to American culture at large. The contributors discuss his stance on the individual and the perception of self, his ideas about meaningful participation in a community and his use of television. Clearly, Mr. Rogers' ideas still strongly resonate.

Sea Power and the Asia-Pacific
Sea Power and the Asia-Pacific

Author: Geoffrey Till

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-02-07

Total Pages: 294

ISBN-13: 1136627235

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With particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region, this book examines the rise and fall of sea powers. In the Asia-Pacific region there has been significant expansion of sea-based economies together with burgeoning naval power. Many claim that these processes will transform the world’s future economic and security relationships. The book addresses the question of to what extent the notion of ‘Asia rising’ is reflected by and dependent on its developing sea power. A central theme is the Chinese challenge to long-term Western maritime ascendency and what might be the consequences of this. In order to situate current and future developments this book includes chapters which analyse what sea power means and has meant, as well as its role, both historic and contemporary, in the rise and fall of great powers. This book will be of much interest to students of naval power, Asian politics, strategic studies, war and conflict studies, IR and security studies.

Uncharted Realms: Mission Vegas
Uncharted Realms: Mission Vegas

Author: Dan Bune

Publisher: Cadeus Solutions LLC

Published: 2024-07-11

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13:

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Uncharted Realms: Mission Vegas In a world where reality meets limitless digital frontiers, three unlikely heroes embark on a journey that transcends boundaries—both virtual and real. Join Alex, Echo, and Glitch as they navigate the neon-lit corridors of Las Vegas 2048, where the promise of the Holodeck’s 5D simulations beckons with unprecedented adventures and unforeseen challenges. What begins as a quest for survival amidst digital oppression evolves into a revolutionary struggle for autonomy and balance within the Holodeck’s vast and ever-evolving tapestry. Discover a universe where: The Holodeck isn’t just a playground but a battleground for digital freedom. Anomalies like Alex, Echo, and Glitch defy the status quo to forge a new future. Every simulation holds secrets, dangers, and the potential to reshape reality itself. As their journey unfolds, alliances are forged, secrets unravel, and the fate of both digital and real worlds hangs in the balance. Will they uncover the truth behind Project Chimera and the enigmatic Project Elysium? Can they navigate the complexities of digital existence while preserving the essence of humanity? Uncharted Realms: Mission Vegas is a thrilling exploration of courage, friendship, and the limitless possibilities of virtual reality. Dive into a world where echoes of adventure resonate far beyond the Holodeck, inviting you to question the boundaries of reality and imagination.