The author’s previous book Getting to Good Slams (published by Honors, October 2018, ISBN 9781771401920), was an in-depth discussion of how to improve your slam bidding. Using examples from tournament play, the author identified hard-to-bid, but good, slams. He focused on the factors that make the slam possible, often with far fewer than the traditional number of points, and on how to evaluate your hand during the bidding to become aware that these factors are present. This new book turns the spotlight on an even more useful area -- how to get to good game contracts without just guessing, again often with fewer than the officially-sanctioned number of high card points (HCP) in the partnership. Anyone who plays International Match Points (IMPs) will tell you that this is the area where most matches are won and lost.
Implement Your Own Applications Using Online GISAn in-depth study detailing the online applications of geographic information systems (GIS), Online GIS and Spatial Metadata, Second Edition outlines how GIS data are published, organized, accessed, searched, maintained, purchased, and processed over the web. This latest work describes how the internet has become a platform for the delivery and integration of geographic information. It highlights the growth that has taken place since the first edition and includes new chapters on popular XML formats used in online GIS, SDI Metadata Portals, Mobile GIS and Location-Based services. It also updates metadata standards and explains how metadata links it all together.Designed To Help Non-Technical Readers Understand Technical IssuesThe book provides a brief overview of the basic technology of online GIS before introducing the technical methods used to develop and implement GIS on the web. It includes an introduction to the protocols and standards now in use online and provides technical background and real-world examples of scripts, markup, and other elements that make this technology work. Expanding on the previous edition, the book offers a global perspective of online GIS, contains links and references to online resources, and includes future directions, applications, and trends.Reviewing major advances that have occurred over the past decade, this seminal work: Discusses the detail of four XML-based standards now in common use for Online GIS and spatial metadataOutlines the nature of Information Networks, systems in which information is distributed across many different sitesExamines the conceptual framework of metadata, by studying the RDF and similar standards for the WebDescribes several metadata standards in use around the world for spatial metadataP
"In Human Dimensions of Cyber Security, Terry Bossomaier, Steven D’Alessandro, and Roger Bradbury have produced a book that … shows how it is indeed possible to achieve what we all need; a multidisciplinary, rigorously researched and argued, and above all accessible account of cybersecurity — what it is, why it matters, and how to do it."--Professor Paul Cornish, Visiting Professor, LSE IDEAS, London School of EconomicsHuman Dimensions of Cybersecurity explores social science influences on cybersecurity. It demonstrates how social science perspectives can enable the ability to see many hazards in cybersecurity. It emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach, as cybersecurity has become a fundamental issue of risk management for individuals, at work, and with government and nation states. This book explains the issues of cybersecurity with rigor, but also in simple language, so individuals can see how they can address these issues and risks. The book provides simple suggestions, or cybernuggets, that individuals can follow to learn the dos and don’ts of cybersecurity.The book also identifies the most important human and social factors that affect cybersecurity. It illustrates each factor, using case studies, and examines possible solutions from both technical and human acceptability viewpoints.
"In Human Dimensions of Cyber Security, Terry Bossomaier, Steven D’Alessandro, and Roger Bradbury have produced a book that … shows how it is indeed possible to achieve what we all need; a multidisciplinary, rigorously researched and argued, and above all accessible account of cybersecurity — what it is, why it matters, and how to do it."--Professor Paul Cornish, Visiting Professor, LSE IDEAS, London School of EconomicsHuman Dimensions of Cybersecurity explores social science influences on cybersecurity. It demonstrates how social science perspectives can enable the ability to see many hazards in cybersecurity. It emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary approach, as cybersecurity has become a fundamental issue of risk management for individuals, at work, and with government and nation states. This book explains the issues of cybersecurity with rigor, but also in simple language, so individuals can see how they can address these issues and risks. The book provides simple suggestions, or cybernuggets, that individuals can follow to learn the dos and don’ts of cybersecurity.The book also identifies the most important human and social factors that affect cybersecurity. It illustrates each factor, using case studies, and examines possible solutions from both technical and human acceptability viewpoints.
Implement Your Own Applications Using Online GISAn in-depth study detailing the online applications of geographic information systems (GIS), Online GIS and Spatial Metadata, Second Edition outlines how GIS data are published, organized, accessed, searched, maintained, purchased, and processed over the web. This latest work describes how the internet has become a platform for the delivery and integration of geographic information. It highlights the growth that has taken place since the first edition and includes new chapters on popular XML formats used in online GIS, SDI Metadata Portals, Mobile GIS and Location-Based services. It also updates metadata standards and explains how metadata links it all together.Designed To Help Non-Technical Readers Understand Technical IssuesThe book provides a brief overview of the basic technology of online GIS before introducing the technical methods used to develop and implement GIS on the web. It includes an introduction to the protocols and standards now in use online and provides technical background and real-world examples of scripts, markup, and other elements that make this technology work. Expanding on the previous edition, the book offers a global perspective of online GIS, contains links and references to online resources, and includes future directions, applications, and trends.Reviewing major advances that have occurred over the past decade, this seminal work: Discusses the detail of four XML-based standards now in common use for Online GIS and spatial metadataOutlines the nature of Information Networks, systems in which information is distributed across many different sitesExamines the conceptual framework of metadata, by studying the RDF and similar standards for the WebDescribes several metadata standards in use around the world for spatial metadataProvides current examples of SDI metadata portals, catalogues, and clearinghousesLooks at ways in which distributed information can be built into data warehouses, and introduces basic ideas in data mining
This book considers a relatively new metric in complex systems, transfer entropy, derived from a series of measurements, usually a time series. After a qualitative introduction and a chapter that explains the key ideas from statistics required to understand the text, the authors then present information theory and transfer entropy in depth. A key feature of the approach is the authors' work to show the relationship between information flow and complexity. The later chapters demonstrate information transfer in canonical systems, and applications, for example in neuroscience and in finance.The book will be of value to advanced undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in the areas of computer science, neuroscience, physics, and engineering.
This book considers a relatively new metric in complex systems, transfer entropy, derived from a series of measurements, usually a time series. After a qualitative introduction and a chapter that explains the key ideas from statistics required to understand the text, the authors then present information theory and transfer entropy in depth. A key feature of the approach is the authors' work to show the relationship between information flow and complexity. The later chapters demonstrate information transfer in canonical systems, and applications, for example in neuroscience and in finance.The book will be of value to advanced undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in the areas of computer science, neuroscience, physics, and engineering.
This is an open access title. It is made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International licence. It is available to read and download as a PDF version on the Oxford Academic platform. The advent of the Internet, exponential growth in computing power, and rapid developments in artificial intelligence have raised numerous cybersecurity-related ethical questions in various domains. The dual use character of cybertechnology-that it can be used to provide great benefits to humankind but can also do great harm-means that business (data security, data ownership and privacy), public communication (disinformation and computational propaganda), health (privacy, ransomware attacks), law enforcement (data security, predictive policing) and interstate conflict (cyberwar, autonomous weapons) are of vital interest to cybersecurity ethics. This work analyses the key ethical concepts in the field, such as privacy, freedom of communication, security, and the right to self-defence, and develops sets of ethical guidelines for the regulation of cyberspace in these various domains. From a liberal democratic perspective, Seumas Miller and Terry Bossomaier seek to protect individual rights while ensuring the collective good of cybersecurity. They also pay close attention to institutionally embedded collective moral responsibilities that function as 'webs of prevention' against cyberattacks. These webs, they argue, need new regulation and the redesign of institutional roles, as well as technical countermeasures to cyberattacks, such as passwords, encryption, firewalls, and 'patching.' At times, webs of prevention also involve offensive and defensive measures. In their expert analysis and guidance, Miller and Bossomaier reinforce just how much is at stake in the field of cybersecurity ethics.
Set in the context of Information Theory and Fourier Analysis, this textbook reviews the brain's modular processing of sensory information and the neural resources devoted to each of the senses. Its primary concern with vision reflects the amount of brain devoted to this sense as well as its importance in games and virtual reality. Hearing, touch, olfaction, taste and balance, all still at experimental stages, are also covered. A dedicated website maintained by the author accompanies the book.
Experience a glimpse into the heart of the Philippines with Charles Goff Thomson's "Terry, A Tale of the Hill People." This captivating work of fiction offers a window into Filipino cultural heritage, portraying the intricacies of family life and the traditions of the indigenous people of Southeast Asia. Set against the backdrop of the Philippines, the story explores themes of identity, community, and the enduring power of human connection. "Terry, A Tale of the Hill People" is a compelling exploration of the rich tapestry of Filipino society. This meticulously prepared edition brings this classic work back to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world of vibrant culture and timeless storytelling. A poignant and insightful portrayal of a unique way of life, this book is a valuable addition to any collection of classic literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Experience a glimpse into the heart of the Philippines with Charles Goff Thomson's "Terry, A Tale of the Hill People." This captivating work of fiction offers a window into Filipino cultural heritage, portraying the intricacies of family life and the traditions of the indigenous people of Southeast Asia. Set against the backdrop of the Philippines, the story explores themes of identity, community, and the enduring power of human connection. "Terry, A Tale of the Hill People" is a compelling exploration of the rich tapestry of Filipino society. This meticulously prepared edition brings this classic work back to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world of vibrant culture and timeless storytelling. A poignant and insightful portrayal of a unique way of life, this book is a valuable addition to any collection of classic literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Terry Mutig und mit viel Durchsetzungsverm gen, w chst sie in einer finsteren Welt als Waisenkind auf und landet, nach mehreren Pflegefamilien, in einem Heim f r schwererziehbare Jugendliche. In dieser Welt, die unerbittlich durch "Die Organisation" unterdr ckt wird und f r die ein Menschenleben nichts wert ist, wird Terry heimt ckisch von ihren Freunden getrennt und muss sich fortan allein durchs Leben schlagen. In einem Wechselbad der Gef hle, zwischen Akzeptanz, Abneigung und Abh ngigkeit, beginnt Terry nach ihrer wahren Identit t zu suchen und l ftet so St ck f r St ck das Geheimnis ihrer Herkunft. Ein wenig Halt in ihrem Leben findet sie mit Bella, ihrer gro en Liebe, die sie auf tragische Weise wieder verliert. Und angetrieben von Rachegedanken muss Terry sich schlussendlich dem Mann stellen, der alles daran setzt, sie um ihr Verm chtnis zu bringen.
Terry Mutig und mit viel Durchsetzungsverm gen, w chst sie in einer finsteren Welt als Waisenkind auf und landet, nach mehreren Pflegefamilien, in einem Heim f r schwererziehbare Jugendliche. In dieser Welt, die unerbittlich durch "Die Organisation" unterdr ckt wird und f r die ein Menschenleben nichts wert ist, wird Terry heimt ckisch von ihren Freunden getrennt und muss sich fortan allein durchs Leben schlagen. In einem Wechselbad der Gef hle, zwischen Akzeptanz, Abneigung und Abh ngigkeit, beginnt Terry nach ihrer wahren Identit t zu suchen und l ftet so St ck f r St ck das Geheimnis ihrer Herkunft. Ein wenig Halt in ihrem Leben findet sie mit Bella, ihrer gro en Liebe, die sie auf tragische Weise wieder verliert. Und angetrieben von Rachegedanken muss Terry sich schlussendlich dem Mann stellen, der alles daran setzt, sie um ihr Verm chtnis zu bringen.
James Hilton's book "Terry" is about a little kid named Terry O'Keefe who grows up in a tiny mining town in northern England in the early 20th century. In the novel, Terry's journey through adolescence's difficulties and search for his place in the world are explored. The vivid descriptions Hilton provides of life in a working-class neighborhood during this time period and the challenges faced by families who depended on the coal mines for their livelihoods define the novel. In addition, Hilton explores the intricate relationships among the town residents and their struggles to uphold a sense of community in the face of adversity. At its core, "Terry" is a tale of optimism and resilience, as Terry learns to deal with the difficulties presented by his surroundings and uncover his own personal talents.
