Fragile Web

Fragile Web

Author: Jonathan W. Silvertown

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13:

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Jonathan Silvertown is professor of ecology at the Open University, Milton Keynes, and the author of An Orchard Invisible and Demons in Eden and editor of 99% Ape, all published by the University of Chicago Press. --Book Jacket.


FrAGILE

FrAGILE

Author: Christian Hammer

Publisher: Christian Hammer

Published:

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13:

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In "FrAgile," tech industry veteran Christian Hammer pulls back the curtain on the digital revolution, revealing both its dazzling triumphs and its hidden pitfalls. This isn't just another tech book—it's a wake-up call and a roadmap for our digital future. Are you ready to confront the uncomfortable truths about our software-driven world? Hammer, with decades of experience at the forefront of digital transformation, offers an insider's perspective on: The unseen costs of our "move fast and break things" culture Why Agile, once hailed as the ultimate solution, is now showing dangerous cracks How AI and emerging technologies are reshaping the innovation landscape Practical strategies for ethical, sustainable, and human-centered software development "FrAgile" bridges the gap between tech hype and real-world implementation, offering a nuanced view of where we've been, where we are, and where we need to go. It's a clarion call for mindful innovation and a guide to building a more responsible digital future. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a business leader navigating digital transformation, or simply a citizen of our increasingly digital world, "FrAgile" will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to demand more from our technological future. Don't just ride the wave of innovation—learn how to shape it responsibly. Dive into "FrAgile" and join the crucial conversation about the code that's shaping our tomorrow. Because the digital world we build today is the one we'll all inhabit tomorrow. Let's make it a world we're proud of.


Nature Magazine

Nature Magazine

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1923

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13:

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An illustrated monthly with popular articles about nature.


Computer Security Basics

Computer Security Basics

Author: Rick Lehtinen

Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."

Published: 2006-06-13

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1449317057

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This is the must-have book for a must-know field. Today, general security knowledge is mandatory, and, if you who need to understand the fundamentals, Computer Security Basics 2nd Edition is the book to consult. The new edition builds on the well-established principles developed in the original edition and thoroughly updates that core knowledge. For anyone involved with computer security, including security administrators, system administrators, developers, and IT managers, Computer Security Basics 2nd Edition offers a clear overview of the security concepts you need to know, including access controls, malicious software, security policy, cryptography, biometrics, as well as government regulations and standards. This handbook describes complicated concepts such as trusted systems, encryption, and mandatory access control in simple terms. It tells you what you need to know to understand the basics of computer security, and it will help you persuade your employees to practice safe computing. Topics include: Computer security concepts Security breaches, such as viruses and other malicious programs Access controls Security policy Web attacks Communications and network security Encryption Physical security and biometrics Wireless network security Computer security and requirements of the Orange Book OSI Model and TEMPEST


Fragile Democracy

Fragile Democracy

Author: James L. Leloudis

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 2020-08-06

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 1469660407

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America is at war with itself over the right to vote, or, more precisely, over the question of who gets to exercise that right and under what circumstances. Conservatives speak in ominous tones of voter fraud so widespread that it threatens public trust in elected government. Progressives counter that fraud is rare and that calls for reforms such as voter ID are part of a campaign to shrink the electorate and exclude some citizens from the political life of the nation. North Carolina is a battleground for this debate, and its history can help us understand why--a century and a half after ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment--we remain a nation divided over the right to vote. In Fragile Democracy, James L. Leloudis and Robert R. Korstad tell the story of race and voting rights, from the end of the Civil War until the present day. They show that battles over the franchise have played out through cycles of emancipatory politics and conservative retrenchment. When race has been used as an instrument of exclusion from political life, the result has been a society in which vast numbers of Americans are denied the elements of meaningful freedom: a good job, a good education, good health, and a good home. That history points to the need for a bold new vision of what democracy looks like.


Search Based Software Engineering

Search Based Software Engineering

Author: Tim Menzies

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-08-28

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 3319662996

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This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 9th International Symposium on Search-Based Software Engineering, SSBSE 2017, held in Paderborn, Germany, in September 2017. The 7 full papers and 5 short papers presented together with 4 challenge track and 2 students student track papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions. SSBSE welcomes not only applications from throughout the software engineering lifecycle but also a broad range of search methods ranging from exact Operational Research techniques to nature-inspired algorithms and simulated annealing.