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Luciano Floridi unpacks this fundamental concept - what information is, how it is measured, its value and meaning - cutting across the sciences and humanities, from DNA to the Internet, and the ethical issues related to privacy, copyright, and accessibility. |
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An exhilarating tour of humanity's next great technological achievement—quantum computing—which may supercharge artificial intelligence, solve some of humanity's biggest problems, like global warming, world hunger, and incurable disease, and eventually illuminate the deepest mysteries of science, by the bestselling author of The God Equation. • “Expertly describes and rectifies common misconceptions about quantum computing." —Science "[Kaku's] lucid prose and thought process make abundant sense of this technological turning point.” —The New York Times Book Review The runaway success of the microchip may finally be reaching its end. As shrinking transistors approach the size of atoms, the phenomenal growth of computational power inevitably collapses. But this change heralds the birth of a revolutionary new type of computer, one that calculates on atoms themselves. Quantum computers promise unprecedented gains in computing power, enabling advancements that could overturn every aspect of our daily lives. While the media has mainly focused on their startling potential to crack any known encryption method, the race is already on to exploit their incredible power to revolutionize industry. Automotive makers, medical researchers, and consulting firms are all betting on quantum computing to design more efficient vehicles, create life-saving new drugs, and streamline businesses. But this is only the beginning. Quantum computing could be used to decode the complex chemical processes needed to produce cheap fertilizers and unleash a second Green Revolution; create a super battery that will enable the Solar Age; or design nuclear fusion reactors to generate clean, safe, renewable energy. It may even unravel the fiendishly difficult protein folding that lies at the heart of as-yet-incurable diseases like Alzheimer’s, ALS, and Parkinson’s. Already, quantum computers are being put to work to help solve the greatest mystery in science—the origin of the universe. There is no single problem humanity faces that might not be addressed by quantum computers. With his signature clarity and enthusiasm, Dr. Michio Kaku, who has spent his entire professional life working on the quantum theory, tells the thrilling story of this exciting scientific frontier and the race to claim humanity’s future. |
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Python Crash Course is the world’s bestselling programming book, with over 1,500,000 copies sold to date! Python Crash Course is the world’s best-selling guide to the Python programming language. This fast-paced, thorough introduction will have you writing programs, solving problems, and developing functioning applications in no time. You’ll start by learning basic programming concepts, such as variables, lists, classes, and loops, and practice writing clean code with exercises for each topic. You’ll also learn how to make your programs interactive and test your code safely before adding it to a project. You’ll put your new knowledge into practice by creating a Space Invaders–inspired arcade game, building a set of data visualizations with Python’s handy libraries, and deploying a simple application online. As you work through the book, you’ll learn how to: Use powerful Python libraries and tools, including pytest, Pygame, Matplotlib, Plotly, and DjangoMake increasingly complex 2D games that respond to keypresses and mouse clicksGenerate interactive data visualizations using a variety of datasetsBuild apps that allow users to create accounts and manage their own data, and deploy your apps online Troubleshoot coding errors and solve common programming problems New to this edition : This third edition is completely revised to reflect the latest in Python code. New and updated coverage includes VS Code for text editing, the pathlib module for file handling, pytest for testing your code, as well as the latest features of Matplotlib, Plotly, and Django. If you’ve been thinking about digging into programming, Python Crash Course will provide you with the skills to write real programs fast. Why wait any longer? Start your engines and code! Covers Python 3.x |
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Get more out of your legacy systems: more performance, functionality, reliability, and manageability Is your code easy to change? Can you get nearly instantaneous feedback when you do change it? Do you understand it? If the answer to any of these questions is no, you have legacy code, and it is draining time and money away from your development efforts. In this book, Michael Feathers offers start-to-finish strategies for working more effectively with large, untested legacy code bases. This book draws on material Michael created for his renowned Object Mentor seminars: techniques Michael has used in mentoring to help hundreds of developers, technical managers, and testers bring their legacy systems under control. The topics covered include Understanding the mechanics of software change: adding features, fixing bugs, improving design, optimizing performance Getting legacy code into a test harness Writing tests that protect you against introducing new problems Techniques that can be used with any language or platform—with examples in Java, C++, C, and C# Accurately identifying where code changes need to be made Coping with legacy systems that aren't object-oriented Handling applications that don't seem to have any structure This book also includes a catalog of twenty-four dependency-breaking techniques that help you work with program elements in isolation and make safer changes. |
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....The most comprehensive guide to designing practical and efficient algorithms!.... The Algorithm Design Manual, Second Edition "...the book is an algorithm-implementation treasure trove, and putting all of these implementations in one place was no small feat. The list of implementations [and] extensive bibliography make the book an invaluable resource for everyone interested in the subject." --ACM Computing Reviews "It has all the right ingredients: rich contents, friendly, personal language, subtle humor, the right references, and a plethora of pointers to resources."  -- P. Takis Metaxas, Wellesley College "This is the most approachable book on algorithms I have." -- Megan Squire, Elon University, USA This newly expanded and updated second edition of the best-selling classic continues to take the "mystery" out of designing algorithms, and analyzing their efficacy and efficiency. Expanding on the first edition, the book now serves as the primary textbook of choice for algorithm design courses while maintaining its status as the premier practical reference guide to algorithms for programmers, researchers, and students. The reader-friendly Algorithm Design Manual provides straightforward access to combinatorial algorithms technology, stressing design over analysis. The first part, Techniques , provides accessible instruction on methods for designing and analyzing computer algorithms. The second part, Resources , is intended for browsing and reference, and comprises the catalog of algorithmic resources, implementations and an extensive bibliography. NEW to the second edition: • Doubles the tutorial material and exercises over the first edition • Provides full online support for lecturers, and a completely updated and improved website component with lecture slides, audio and video • Contains a unique catalog identifying the 75 algorithmic problems that arise most often in practice, leading the reader down the right path to solve them • Includes several NEW "war stories" relating experiences from real-world applications • Provides up-to-date links leading to the very best algorithm implementations available in C, C++, and Java ADDITIONAL Learning Tools: • Exercises include "job interview problems" from major software companies • Highlighted take-home lesson boxes emphasize essential concepts • Provides comprehensive references to both survey articles and the primary literature • Exercises point to relevant programming contest challenge problems • Many algorithms presented with actual code (written in C) as well as pseudo-code • A full set of lecture slides and additional material available at www.algorist.com Written by a well-known algorithms researcher who received the IEEE Computer Science and Engineering Teaching Award, this new edition of The Algorithm Design Manual is an essential learning tool for students needing a solid grounding in algorithms, as well as a special text/reference for professionals who need an authoritative and insightful guide. Professor Skiena is also author of the popular Springer text, Programming Challenges: The Programming Contest Training Manual . |
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Vous avez sous les yeux l’édition 2024 des nouveautés d’iOS (mise à jour avec iOS 17.5.1 incluse). Dans cette version dédiée à iOS 17, vous trouverez de nombreuses descriptions des nouvelles fonctions, et la manière de les mettre en œuvre. Certaines annonces, comme l’application Journal ou AirDrop à distance, sont prévues pour la fin de l’année. Cet ouvrage sera régulièrement mis à jour afin que vous ayez entre les mains un condensé presque exhaustif des nouvelles possibilités de votre appareil. Si vous avez récemment fait l’acquisition d’un iPhone 15, rendez-vous à notre chapitre consacré aux nouveautés spécifiques de cette gamme avec iOS 17 (mise à jour avec iOS 17.5.1 incluse). À présent, bonne découverte des nouveautés d’iOS et d’iPadOS ! |
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JavaScript is the programming language of the Internet, the secret sauce that makes the Web awesome, your favorite sites interactive, and online games fun! JavaScript for Kids is a lighthearted introduction that teaches programming essentials through patient, step-by-step examples paired with funny illustrations. You’ll begin with the basics, like working with strings, arrays, and loops, and then move on to more advanced topics, like building interactivity with jQuery and drawing graphics with Canvas. Along the way, you’ll write games such as Find the Buried Treasure, Hangman, and Snake. You’ll also learn how to: –Create functions to organize and reuse your code –Write and modify HTML to create dynamic web pages –Use the DOM and jQuery to make your web pages react to user input –Use the Canvas element to draw and animate graphics –Program real user-controlled games with collision detection and score keeping With visual examples like bouncing balls, animated bees, and racing cars, you can really see what you’re programming. Each chapter builds on the last, and programming challenges at the end of each chapter will stretch your brain and inspire your own amazing programs. Make something cool with JavaScript today! Ages 10+ (and their parents!) |
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Welcome to the most comprehensive foundational guide available on the topic of C# coding and .NET. This book goes beyond “do this, to achieve this” to drill down into the core stuff that makes a good developer, great. This expanded 11th edition delivers loads of new content on Entity Framework, Razor Pages, Web APIs and more. You will find the latest C# 10 and .NET 6 features served up with plenty of “behind the curtain” discussion designed to expand developers’ critical thinking skills when it comes to their craft. Coverage of ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, and more sits alongside the latest updates to the new unified .NET platform, from performance improvements to Windows Desktop apps on .NET 6, updates in XAML tooling, and expanded coverage of data files and data handling. Going beyond the latest features in C# 10, all code samples are rewritten for this latest release. Dive in and discover why this essential classic is a favorite of C# developers worldwide. Gain a solidfoundation in object-oriented development techniques, attributes and reflection, generics and collections, and numerous advanced topics not found in other texts (such as CIL opcodes and emitting dynamic assemblies).  Pro C# 10 with .NET 6  will build your coding confidence putting C# into practice, and exploring the .NET universe and its vast potential on your own terms. What You Will Learn Explore C# 10 features and updates in records and record structs, global and implicit using directives, file level namespaces, extended property patterns, and moreDevelop applications with C# and modern frameworks for services, web, and smart client applicationsHit the ground running with ASP.NET Core web applications using MVC and Razor Pages, including view components, custom tag helpers, custom validation, GDPR support, and areasBuild ASP.NET RESTful services complete with versioning, enhanced swagger, andbasic authenticationEmbrace Entity Framework Core for building real-world, data-centric applications, with deeply expanded coverage new to this edition including SQL Server temporal table supportDive into Windows Desktop Apps on .NET 6 using Windows Presentation FoundationUnderstand the philosophy behind .NETDiscover the new features in .NET 6, including single file applications, smaller container images, and more Who This Book Is For Developers of any level who want to either learn C# and .NET or want to take their skills to the next level. “Amazing! Provides easy-to-follow explanations and examples. I remember reading the first version of this book; this is a ‘must-have’ for your collection if you are learning .NET!” – Rick McGuire, Senior Application Development Manager, Microsoft “Phil is a journeyman programmer who brings years of experience and a passion for teachingto make this fully revised and modernized ‘classic’ a ‘must-have’. Any developer who wants full-spectrum, up-to-date coverage of both the C# language and how to use it with .NET and ASP.NET Core should get this book.” – Brian A. Randell, Partner, MCW Technologies and Microsoft MVP |
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What does it take to support Workday well? Workday is incredibly powerful software. There are many aspects to building a support model that will enable you to maximize the benefit and return on investment for your company. This book is designed to help companies and individuals who are new to Workday and looking to build or enhance their support model. Building a support model is a journey, not a destination. This book comes from my 30 years of experience in IT and Operational roles in various industries, including nine years in the Workday space. My Workday experience includes leading projects and teams and writing hundreds of reports for a Workday customer. Then, doing consulting and being a regular contributor to LinkedIn with posts about Workday. This is a collection of my LinkedIn Posts, not a textbook with specific tasks to do.  It comes from my own experience and discussions with many Workday customers. It includes links to the original LinkedIn posts so that you benefit from the many comments and suggestions from my active group of followers there as well. Over 150 different topics  in sections such as Building Your Foundation, Measuring Success, Building Your Support Model, Staffing for Workday, Handling Support Requests, Building Capacity, Managing Your Team Well, Leadership/Product Ownership, Governance/Standards, Potential Career Paths, and Career Advice.   Join me on the journey  to build a support process that will allow your company to truly leverage Workday and build an environment where your support team loves to be! |
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Unlock Workday's Potential: Masterful Tips for Streamlined Success! Celebrating over 2 Years of hashtag#Workdaytips Posts! Over the last two and a half years, I've done hundreds of #Workdaytips posts on LinkedIn with close to 2 million views. This eBook includes over 50 posts focused on often overlooked Workday functionality and tips, which I organized around topics. While many of my posts are specifically for the teams that support Workday, this eBook includes posts focused on tips and ways end users can better leverage Workday. There are 50+ posts in this eBook, divided into the following categories: - Cross-Platform Tips for End Users - Security Tips - Custom Report Tips - Preparing for a new release - Adjusting the Profile Pages - Leveraging Custom Objects - Leverage Workday Dashboards - HCM-Specific Functionality Highlights - Cross-Platform Workday Tips - Other Miscellaneous Functionality Tips Each post in the book includes a link to the original LinkedIn post so that you can see the comments and suggestions from other Workday users around each topic as well. I hope you find this helpful!  |
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Atlassian Jira makes it easier to track the progress of your projects, but it can lead to repetitive and time-consuming tasks for teams. No-code automation will enable you to increase productivity by automating these tasks. Automate Everyday Tasks in Jira provides a hands-on approach to implementation and associated methodologies that will have you up and running and productive in no time. You will start by learning how automation in Jira works, along with discovering best practices for writing automation rules. Then you’ll be introduced to the building blocks of automation, including triggers, conditions, and actions, before moving on to advanced rule-related techniques. After you’ve become familiar with the techniques, you’ll find out how to integrate with external tools, such as GitHub, Slack, and Microsoft Teams, all without writing a single line of code. Toward the end, you’ll also be able to employ advanced rules to create custom notifications and integrate with external systems. By the end of this Jira book, you’ll have gained a thorough understanding of automation rules and learned how to use them to automate everyday tasks in Jira without using any code. |
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Write, test, and publish your web, desktop, and embedded apps with this most up-to-date book on Flutter using the Dart programming language. Key Features Thoroughly updated to cover the latest features in Flutter 3.10.x and Dart 3.x Practical recipes to publish responsive, multi-platform apps from a single database Covers not just the ‘hows’ but the ‘whys’ of Flutter’s features with examples Book Description Are you ready to tap into the immense potential of Flutter? With over 1,000 new mobile apps published every day on the Apple and Google Play stores, Flutter is transforming the landscape of app development. It's time for you to join the revolution. Introducing the second edition of Flutter Cookbook, a step-by-step guide designed exclusively for you. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your coding journey, this book is your ultimate companion. Dive into the latest features of Flutter 3.10 and unlock the secrets to building professional-grade, cross-platform applications. With our recipe-based approach, we'll not only show you how to implement Flutter's features but also explain why they work. Through practical examples and real-world execution, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Flutter's inner workings. From crafting stunning UI/UX with widgets to leveraging hot reload and restart techniques, we'll equip you with best practices and invaluable knowledge. As you progress, you'll learn to efficiently manage data, add interactivity and animations, and integrate essential Flutter plugins like maps, camera, voice recognition and more. And let's not forget the dedicated chapter on implementing MLkit powered by TensorFlow Lite. We'll guide you through building custom machine learning solutions, expanding the capabilities of your apps. By the time you reach the end of this comprehensive Flutter book, you'll have the skills and confidence to write and deliver fully functional apps. What you will learn Familiarize yourself with Dart fundamentals and set up your development environment Efficiently track and eliminate code errors with proper tools Create various screens using multiple widgets to effectively manage data Craft interactive and responsive apps by incorporating routing, page navigation, and input field text reading Design and implement a reusable architecture suitable for any app Maintain control of your codebase through automated testing and developer tooling Develop engaging animations using the necessary tools Enhance your apps with ML features using Firebase MLKit and TensorFlow Lite Successfully publish your app on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store Who this book is for Developers who are familiar with the OOP language and prefer learning-by-doing will get the most out of this book. If you have some experience building apps on Flutter or have been playing around with the framework for some time now and have set eyes on developing mobile apps using Dart, then this book is for you. |
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Explore the differences between ICOs, cryptocurrencies, and tokens (offerings), enabling the reader to understand the ICO landscape, how millions were raised in minutes, and where the future of the tokenized economy is heading. Take a real-time journey, cutting through the myths, understanding token choices available to everyone. Key Features Interviews with key figures in Tokenomics Unbiased evaluation and comparison of the different offerings Conceptual analysis of the market's reaction League table showing current exposure An account of the theoretical and current legal foundations of alt coins and tokens A complete introduction to the phases of an initial coin offering Book Description Tokenomics is the economy of this new world. This is a no-holds-barred, in-depth exploration of the way in which we can participate in the blockchain economy. The reader will learn the basics of bitcoin, blockchains, and tokenomics; what the very first ICO was; and how over a period of 5 years, various projects managed to raise the enormous sums of money they did. The book then provides insights from ICO experts and looks at what the future holds. By comparing the past, current, and future of this technology, the book will inform anyone, whatever motivates their interest. The crypto shift of blockchains, ICOs, and tokens is much more than just buying bitcoins, creating tokens, or raising millions in a minute in an ICO. It is a new paradigm shift from centralized to decentralized, from closed to open, and from opaqueness to transparency. ICOs and the creation of tokens during the craze of 2017 needed a lot of preparation, an understanding of cryptocurrencies and of emerging legal frameworks, but this has spurred a new movement to tokenize the world. The author gives an unbiased, authoritative picture of the current playing field, exploring the token opportunities and provides a unique insight into the developing world of this tokenized economy. This book will nourish hungry minds wanting to grow their knowledge in this fascinating area. What you will learn The background of ICOs and how they came to be The difference between a coin and a token, a utility and a security, and all the other acronyms you're likely to ever encounter How these ICOs raised enormous sums of money Tokenomics: structuring the token with creativity Why it's important to play nicely with the regulators A sneak peak into the future of ICOs from leaders in the industry Who this book is for With the media hype about bitcoin, this book appeals to anyone, from those with a general interest in anything crypto, or those with some knowledge of the nuances between cryptocurrency, ICOs, IPOs and the Token economy. |
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Discover the incredible features of iOS 17 for an enhanced user experience! - StandBy Mode: Learn how to utilize the new StandBy Mode and customize different StandBy screens. Get notifications, explore live activities, and interact with Siri seamlessly. - MagSafe: Dive into the world of MagSafe and explore its innovative capabilities. - Interactive Widgets: Experience the convenience of interactive widgets that allow you to access information right from your Lock Screen or Home Screen. - Keyboard Changes: Discover the improved autocorrect, word autofill, sentence autofill, better grammar correction, and dictation options for smoother typing. - Messages: Unleash your creativity with sticker creation, express yourself with sticker reactions, and use stickers in more places. - AirDrop and NameDrop: Experience the convenience of proximity sharing and transfers over the internet. - SharePlay: Watch movies, listen to music, and enjoy interactive experiences with friends and family through SharePlay. - Phone and FaceTime: Explore new features like FaceTime reactions, FaceTime with Apple TV, and missed calls on Apple Watch. - Mail and Journal: Enhance your email experience with Mail's new features and look forward to the upcoming Journal app for recording your daily thoughts and activities. - Safari and Passwords: Experience enhanced privacy and security with private search engines, URL tracking prevention, and hidden IP addresses. - Maps: Discover charging station availability, 10-day weather forecasts, and moon phase details for your outdoor adventures. - Photos and Health App: Use visual look-up to identify objects, enjoy the new interface in the Photos app, and monitor your health with critical medication reminders. - Apple Music and Reminders: Customize playlists collaboratively, explore a redesigned interface, and organize your tasks effortlessly with categories in Reminders. - Notes and Find My: Get creative with interlinked notes and enjoy daily crossword puzzles in the Apple News app. - Home and Wallet App: Stay in control with the Home app's activity history and enjoy improved tracking options with the Wallet app. - Podcasts, Camera, and AirPlay: Enjoy enhanced podcast features, create cinematic videos, and share content effortlessly through AirPlay. - AirPods: Experience Conversation Boost, Spatial Audio for FaceTime, and enhanced Find My capabilities for your AirPods. - Siri and Spotlight: Enjoy an improved Siri experience and discover new functionalities in Spotlight. - CarPlay: Enhance your driving experience with customizable wallpaper, EV routing, and enhanced Siri integration. - Privacy and Security: Stay informed with Mail Privacy Protection, App Privacy Report, and other enhanced security features. - Accessibility: Access a range of new features, including Assistive Access, Live Speech, Personal Voice, and more. Get ready for an unparalleled iOS experience with iOS 17! #ios17 |
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Make friends with macOS Sonoma thanks to simple, Dummies-style instructions macOS Sonoma For Dummies is the go-to guide for finding your way around Apple’s laptop and desktop operating system. For first-time Mac owners and longtime Apple aficionados alike, this book covers the essentials you need to navigate macOS Sonoma with ease. Get a guided tour of the latest updates to macOS widgets, improved video conferencing features, updated privacy and security help, and all the classic features of the software that powers MacBook, iMac, and Mac computers. With easy-to-follow instructions and crystal-clear illustrations, this Dummies guide makes you macOS proficient in no time—even if you’ve never used a Mac computer before. Learn the ins and outs of macOS Sonoma for desktop and laptop computers Discover valuable shortcuts, tips, and tricks for troubleshooting Organize your files and ensure data security Customize your computer so you can get things done faster If you’re looking for a user-friendly tutorial on using macOS Sonoma and making the most of the latest updates, you can’t go wrong with macOS Sonoma For Dummies . |
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Although the Homepod Mini is small and powerful, are you making the most of it? After the initial enthusiasm has worn off, you'll need to know how to operate your new smart home buddy, the HomePod Mini! Apple's answer to the smart speaker market is the HomePod, which has Siri built into some really cutting-edge speaker tech and puts sound quality over smart skills. Although HomePods have been available for a while, not many people use certain features and commands. Also, you probably weren't aware of certain hidden functions on the HomePod Mini. The HomePod mini can be a strong tool for many different aspects of your smart home, more than you may imagine. In this book, I share some tips and techniques I use to enhance my home life and music with my HomePod mini. Learn more about common HomePod mini applications to see how they can help you. Learn how to:  1. Set it up. 2. Optimize the sound quality. 3. Use the most popular "Hey Siri" commands on your Apple HomePod mini.  4. Reset it to factory setting. This book will show you less well-known hidden features that are all quite useful and can make your HomePod Mini experience better. Discover how to use the HomePod mini:  1. To set multiple timers and alarms.  2. To make FaceTime calls. 3. To play soothing music after a hard day. 4. To set volume regulation for day and night time. 5. As a portable device. 6. To send a message to your family via a "unique" feature.  7. To locate your missing iPhone or Apple Watch. 8. To create and add a note. 9. To add to a shopping list. 10. As a speakerphone. 11. To check the news, weather, and browse the internet.  12. To play and note your musical preference. Every day, I use this tiny magical sphere to help my family save time, money, and energy while also making our Smart Home better in general. There are some major points that often get overlooked with the HomePod mini. There is something for everyone because all of these capabilities also function with the larger Apple HomePod. Get your copy today to explore and master all of its capabilities! |
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Apple has unveiled a revamped and improved 2022 MacBook Air. This model was the first to employ the new M2 CPU and included the MacBook Air series' most significant update since 2010. The 2022 MacBook Air has an updated design and does away with the tapered shape that previous generations of the Apple MacBook Air are known for. The new 2022 MacBook Air has a thin, unibody design similar to the MacBook Pro but with insane speed. It is your best option if you need a high-quality laptop and have additional money to spend. Despite offering excellent performance, more than 14 hours of battery life, and a clear and vivid display, it has a delightfully portable design. The device has many new features and functions that will make your MacBook experience amazing and interesting. Some of the things discussed in this guide include the new features, how to set up the device, how to set up a time machine, how to update macOS, how to sync with iPhone and iPad, and so much more. Here is a snippet of what you stand to learn from this guide: Set up Your New 2022 M2 MacBook Air Create an Apple ID on Mac Sign Up via System Preferences Sign Up via the App Store Sign Out of Your Apple ID Sign In to Another Apple ID Set Up and Use Time Machine Turn On Time Machine Backups Restore Files from a Time Machine Backup Create and Remove Partitions on the Mac Add a New Disk Partition Remove a Partition on Your Mac How to Update macOS How to Use and Customize the Dock Change the Dock's Size Change the Dock's Orientation Hide/Show Dock on Mac Hide Recent Apps on the Dock Set Up & Use Screen Time on Your Mac Enable Screen Time Monitor App Usage Impose App Limits Set Downtime How to Setup Family Sharing Invite Family Members in Family Sharing Invite People in Family Sharing Join Family Sharing Group Any many more |
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Learn Swift programming from the ground up with award-winning author, and iPhone Life magazine writer/blogger Kevin McNeish! After completing this book, you will have the skills and clear understanding to write well-designed Swift code for your iOS apps. This book has been updated to Swift 4 and therefore requires the use of Xcode 8 or newer. This means you get the most up-to-date information available on Swift. This book assumes no previous programming experience! It teaches you best practices for creating iOS apps in Swift using advanced educational tools such as: • 20 embedded step-by-step movies with coding exercises. • Interactive diagrams that help you visualize how code works. • 25 Swift sample projects • An online forum where you can get all your questions answered. This book goes beyond basic syntax and uses practical examples demonstrating how to use the full power of Swift in your iOS apps. It provides clear, in-depth explanations of Swift concepts. In the first few chapters, you learn the basics of Swift programming and then begin applying your knowledge by working through exercises at the end of each chapter that teach you to apply Swift programming principles in real-world apps. Here are some of the concepts you will master in this book: • Understanding Classes and Objects • Working With Optionals • Arrays and other Collections • Looping and Conditional Statements • Advanced Properties • Data Types and Conversions • Working with Strings • Enumerations • Initializers • Access Control • Unit Testing Your Code • Inheritance & Polymorphism • Mastering Protocols & Delegates • The Power of Extensions • Generics in the Real World • Understanding Closures • Handling Errors • Appendix containing Swift free functions, data types, and operators |
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Il arrive que votre Mac décide de faire des siennes : impossible de le redémarrer ou, au contraire, de l’éteindre. Parfois, c’est l’écran qui change de couleur au démarrage, le système d’exploitation qui refuse de se lancer ou encore le Mac qui ne se révèle plus aussi réactif. Dans la plupart des cas, une solution simple existe pour résoudre le problème. Mais encore faut-il la connaître. Ce guide express fait un tour d’horizon des pannes les plus courantes, en y apportant à chaque fois une ou plusieurs solutions pour réparer votre Mac.  Si la première partie de ce guide pratique se consacre plus volontiers aux dysfonctionnements liés au matériel, la seconde partie rassemble les problématiques les plus répandues avec les logiciels intégrés de macOS (Finder, Corbeille, Mail, Safari, Calendrier).  En cas d’une éventuelle prochaine panne de votre Mac, vous saurez sans doute rassuré d’avoir ce guide pratique sous la main pour vous sortir d’affaire. Bonne lecture ! |
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iOS 11, tvOS 11, and watchOS 4 for Users and Developers covers all of the new features for each platform. On iOS this includes history of the iPhone, iOS 10.1 to iOS 10.3, 32-bit apps, the redesigned lock screen, home screen, and new cover sheet. Other topics include the all new Files app, control center, changes to Siri, the App Store, updates to Messages, Notes, Camera,  the Music app, and Photos, along with many other changes A primary topic is the iPad, specifically multitasking, the Dock, Drag and Drop, and how iOS 11 brings a whole slew of new iPad-specific features to the forefront.  watchOS 4 covers the new User interface, watch faces, and workout types, along with the redesigned music app. tvOS 11 brings Right to left language support, changes to app sizes, and home screen sync.  For developers some of the topics include changes to Swift, Xcode 9 changes included the Code Editor Window, Source Control, Colors, and developing on iOS. Other topics include APFS, AirPlay 2, Metal 2, CoreML, and networking changes. iOS 11, tvOS 11, and watchOS 4 for Users and Developers has something for all types of users, whatever your primary interest lies in iOS, watchOS, or tvOS. |
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Que vous veniez de faire l’acquisition d’un nouveau Mac ou que vous souhaitiez mettre à niveau le système d’exploitation de votre ordinateur actuel, ce nouveau livre signé Compétence Mac est fait pour vous. Proposé gratuitement au téléchargement ou déjà installé sur votre Mac flambant neuf, macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.5 incluse) remplace l’ancien système d’exploitation macOS 13 Ventura. Chaque nouvelle mouture de macOS est l’occasion pour Apple de proposer de nouvelles fonctionnalités à son système d’exploitation, d’améliorer la sécurité face aux menaces venant de l’extérieur et enfin de corriger des dysfonctionnements liés aux logiciels ou aux matériels. Cette année encore, la nouvelle version du système d’exploitation macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.5 incluse) ne déroge pas à la règle en apportant une myriade d’évolutions en tous genres. Parmi celles-ci, notons la personnalisation de l’arrière-plan du bureau, le retour en force des widgets qui deviennent désormais interactifs, le tout nouveau mode En veille, des appels par visioconférences également interactifs et dynamiques, une kyrielle de nouvelles options dans Safari, notamment concernant la navigation privée et la sécurité en ligne, un module de partage d’écran très qualitatif et ultra performant, une optimisation du système pour le jeu vidéo, le partage simplifié des mots de passe entre personnes de confiance, une application Messages remplies de nouvelles fonctionnalités, une meilleure protection de la confidentialité de vos données, et également une panoplie complète de nouveaux économiseurs d’écran. Impossible de lister ici de manière exhaustive l’ensemble des nouveautés, mais vous le constatez par vous-même : cette nouvelle version recèle un grand nombre de nouvelles fonctions et options fort appréciables au quotidien. Ce volume 2 se consacre principalement aux fonctions avancées de macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.5 incluse). Bonne lecture ! |
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Que vous veniez de faire l’acquisition d’un nouveau Mac ou que vous souhaitiez mettre à niveau le système d’exploitation de votre ordinateur actuel, ce nouveau livre signé Compétence Mac est fait pour vous. Proposé gratuitement au téléchargement ou déjà installé sur votre Mac flambant neuf, macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.5 incluse) remplace l’ancien système d’exploitation macOS 13 Ventura. Chaque nouvelle mouture de macOS est l’occasion pour Apple de proposer de nouvelles fonctionnalités à son système d’exploitation, d’améliorer la sécurité face aux menaces venant de l’extérieur et enfin de corriger des dysfonctionnements liés aux logiciels ou aux matériels. Cette année encore, la nouvelle version du système d’exploitation macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.4 incluse) ne déroge pas à la règle en apportant une myriade d’évolutions en tous genres. Parmi celles-ci, notons la personnalisation de l’arrière-plan du bureau, le retour en force des widgets qui deviennent désormais interactifs, le tout nouveau mode En veille, des appels par visioconférences également interactifs et dynamiques, une kyrielle de nouvelles options dans Safari, notamment concernant la navigation privée et la sécurité en ligne, un module de partage d’écran très qualitatif et ultra performant, une optimisation du système pour le jeu vidéo, le partage simplifié des mots de passe entre personnes de confiance, une application Messages remplies de nouvelles fonctionnalités, une meilleure protection de la confidentialité de vos données, et également une panoplie complète de nouveaux économiseurs d’écran. Impossible de lister ici de manière exhaustive l’ensemble des nouveautés, mais vous le constatez par vous-même : cette nouvelle version recèle un grand nombre de nouvelles fonctions et options fort appréciables au quotidien.  Ce volume 1 se consacre principalement aux fonctions pour bien débuter avec macOS 14 Sonoma (mise à jour 14.5 incluse). Bonne lecture ! |
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Learn how to unleash your inner Unix geek! Version 3.3, updated February 12, 2024 Release your inner geek and harness the power of the Unix underpinnings of macOS! This book from Joe Kissell explains everything you need to know to become comfortable working on the command line in Terminal, and provides numerous "recipes" for performing useful tasks. If you've ever thought you should learn to use the Unix command line that underlies macOS, or felt at sea when typing commands into Terminal, Joe Kissell is here to help! With this book, you'll become comfortable working on the Mac's command line, starting with the fundamentals and adding more advanced topics as your knowledge increases. Joe includes 67 real-life "recipes" for tasks that are best done from the command line, as well as directions for working with permissions, carrying out grep-based searches, creating shell scripts, and installing Unix software. The book begins by teaching you these core concepts: • The differences among Unix, a command line, a shell, and Terminal • Exactly how commands, arguments, and flags work • The basics of Terminal's interface and how to customize it Next, it's on to the command line, where you'll learn: • How to navigate your Mac's directory structure • Basic file management: creating, copying, moving, renaming, opening, viewing, and deleting files • Creating symbolic links • The types of command-line programs • How to start and stop a command-line program • How to edit a text file in nano • How to customize your prompt and other shell defaults • The importance of your PATH and how to change it, if you need to • How to get help (Joe goes way beyond telling you to read the man pages) You'll extend your skills as you discover how to: • Create basic shell scripts to automate repetitive tasks. • Make shell scripts that have variables, user input, conditional statements, loops, and math. • See which programs are running and what system resources they're consuming. • Quit programs that refuse to quit normally. • Enable the command line to interact with the Finder. • Control another Mac via its command line with ssh. • Understand and change an item's permissions, owner, and group. • Run commands as the root user using sudo. • Handle output with pipe (|) or redirect (> or <). • Use grep to search for text patterns in files and filter output. • Install new command-line software from scratch or with a package manager. • Use handy shortcuts in the Terminal app itself and in zsh. Questions answered include: • What changed on the command line in recent versions of macOS? • What are the differences between the zsh shell and the bash shell? • Which shell am I using, and how can I change my default shell? • How do I quickly figure out the path to an item on my Mac? • How can I customize my Terminal window so I can see man pages behind it? • How can I make a shortcut to avoid retyping the same long command? • Is there a trick for entering a long path quickly? • What should I say when someone asks if I know how to use vi? • How do I change my prompt to suit my mood or needs? • What is Command Line Tools for Xcode? • When it comes to package managers, which one should I use? Finally, to help you put it all together, the book showcases 67 real-world "recipes" that combine commands to perform useful tasks, such as listing users who've logged in recently, manipulating graphics, using a separate FileVault password, creating and editing user accounts, figuring out why a disk won't eject, copying the source code of a webpage, determining which apps have open connections to the internet, flushing the DNS cache, finding out why a Mac won't sleep, sending an SMS message, and deleting stubborn items from the Trash. |
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The future of AI is here. The world is transfixed by the marvel (and possible menace) of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools. It's clear Gen AI will transform the business landscape, but when and how much remain to be seen. Meanwhile, your smartest competitors are already navigating the risks and reaping the rewards of these new technologies. They're experimenting with new business models around generating text, images, and code at astonishing speed. They're automating customer interactions in ways never before possible. And they're augmenting human creativity in order to innovate faster. How can you take advantage of generative AI and avoid having your business disrupted? Generative AI: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you understand the potential of these new technologies, pick the right Gen AI projects, and reinvent your business for the new age of AI. Business is changing. Will you adapt or be left behind? Get up to speed and deepen your understanding of the topics that are shaping your company's future with the Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review series. Featuring HBR's smartest thinking on fast-moving issues—blockchain, cybersecurity, AI, and more—each book provides the foundational introduction and practical case studies your organization needs to compete today and collects the best research, interviews, and analysis to get it ready for tomorrow. You can't afford to ignore how these issues will transform the landscape of business and society. The Insights You Need series will help you grasp these critical ideas—and prepare you and your company for the future. |
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As Unreal Engine 5 continues to conquer all industries thanks to its real-time technology, UE skills are becoming more sought after than ever. This three-part book covers all the processes behind the creation of a stunning environment in UE 5. Starting with the steps for installing the game engine and learning about its potential, you’ll quickly progress toward generating a variety of different upwards scaling outputs, each bigger than the previous one. After completing the first part and getting realistic shots of a single object, you’ll delve into the world of landscapes, procedural material and foliage, the Landmass plugin, and water tools by creating an environment using Megascan assets. At this point, you’ll know everything you need to create a fascinating and realistic environment. The final part of this book will teach you how to craft cinematic shots by working with cinematic tools, post processing, and framing tools, and by rendering a photorealistic shot in the last chapter. By the end of this Unreal Engine book, you'll be able to create outstanding and realistic environments using the powerful tools provided by UE as well as have an understanding of the importance of filming and composition in world building. |
