With more than 80 hacks, this book helps you turn the low-cost Raspberry Pi into the centerpiece of some cool electronics projects. The Pi's custom Linux distribution, Raspbian, has many alternative configurations that you can advantage of. Want to create a controller for a camera or a robot? Or set up alternative Linux distributions for media centers or PBX phone systems? That's just the beginning of what you'll find inside Raspberry Pi Hacks. This single-board computer was originally developed...
Ace your preparation for the CompTIA A+ Exams 220-801 and 220-802 with this 2-in-1 Training Kit from Microsoft Press. Work at your own pace through a series of lessons and practical exercises, and then assess your computing technology skills with the online practice test-featuring multiple, customizable testing options to meet your specific needs. Your Training Kit includes: In-depth coverage of all 10 CompTIA domains in Exams 220-801 and 220-802 Instructive case studies to enhance your perform...
This is the first book to address the 5.25, 8-, 12-, and 14-inch write-once and rewritable optical storage jukeboxes currently on the market. A chapter on each of the following firms is provided - NKK, Cygnet Systems, Ricoh, LMSI/Access, Filetek, OISE, Mitsubishi, Eastman-Kodak, Pioneer, Hitachi, FileNet, Integrated Automation and Sony - discussing each company's various jukebox hardware devices and software products. This information is based on interviews with systems integrators and end-users...
This book is about interfacing personal computers using C. Readers will also find this a practical introduction to real-time programming with a generous collection of tried and tested programs. The principles precede the applications in most cases in an attempt to provide genuine understanding and encourage further development.
Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification Exam Guide
by Bill Woodward
Pass the FOI exam with a strong foundation in fiber optic technology Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) Certification Exam Guide gives you a solid foundation in fiber optics and thorough preparation for the Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) certification. Endorsed by the Electronics Technicians Association, International, this guide serves as both a comprehensive self-study course and a useful desk reference for aspiring fiber optics installers. Coverage includes the basic principles of light, optical fib...
Here is your essential companion to Apple's iPod touch. The iPod touch Pocket Guide, Second Edition, offers real-world guidance and practical advice on how to: Set up and quickly start using your pocket-sized computer. Download apps from the App Store. Make FaceTime video calls. Take pictures and record video clips. Keep everything in sync between your Windows PC or Mac and your touch. E-mail family and friends using your carrier's wireless network or a W...
A Optical Storage Technology (Optical storage technology)
by William Saffady
This book is the fifth in a series of annual surveys of optical storage technology, concepts, product developments and applications. It includes analyses of read-only and read/write technologies and examines new products under development or introduced during 1989. The categorization of available products is emphasized by providing an understanding of their characteristics, advantages and limitations. The overall conceptual presentation retains its utility and readers should be able to relate ne...
Seven Deadliest USB Attacks (Syngress Seven Deadliest Attacks)
by Brian Anderson and Barbara Anderson
Seven Deadliest USB Attacks provides a comprehensive view of the most serious types of Universal Serial Bus (USB) attacks. While the book focuses on Windows systems, Mac, Linux, and UNIX systems are equally susceptible to similar attacks. If you need to keep up with the latest hacks, attacks, and exploits effecting USB technology, then this book is for you. This book pinpoints the most dangerous hacks and exploits specific to USB, laying out the anatomy of these attacks including how to make you...
Raspberry Pi Mechatronics Projects Hotshot
by Sai Yamanoor and Srihari Yamanoor
This book is targeted towards beginners and intermediate designers of mechatronic systems and embedded system design. Some familiarity with the Raspberry Pi and Python programming is preferred but not required.
The Best of "MAKE"
In the two years and 10 volumes since its debut in early 2005, "MAKE": has become one of the hottest reads and most celebrated new magazines to hit the newsstands with paid circulation exceeding 90,000, an estimated quarter million readers worldwide, newsstand sell-through nearly twice the industry norm, over 1 Million monthly visitors to the makezine.com website, and a podcast that consistently ranks in the top-25 computer & tech podcasts. "MAKE's" renegade personality and passionate following...
Introduction to Parallel Computing (Oxford Texts in Applied and Engineering Mathematics, #9)
by Wesley Petersen and Peter Arbenz
In the last few years, courses on parallel computation have been developed and offered in many institutions in the UK, Europe and US as a recognition of the growing significance of this topic in mathematics and computer science. There is a clear need for texts that meet the needs of students and lecturers and this book, based on the author's lecture at ETH Zurich, is an ideal practical student guide to scientific computing on parallel computers working up from a hardware instruction level, to s...
Kodi on a Firestick How to Install App, Addons, Updates, and Builds User Guide
by Prof Jonathan Gates
A Step by Step Guide on How to Install Kodi on Amazon Fire Stick Devices If not the best feature of the Amazon Fire Stick devices is that you can install Kodi onto it. This will allow you to get access to any content that you want such as TV Shows, Music, and Movies. Heres what you'll get: About Kodi on Firestick Installing Kodi on Firestick Troubleshoot Issues Enjoy access to Movies, Music, and TV Shows Scroll to the top of the page and click add to cart to purchase instantly Disclaimer: Thi...
Rewritable Optical Storage Technology
Since the middle of 1988 hundreds of major companies and universities have been testing and evaluating rewritable-based optical storage systems in a variety of environments. This book is intended for those individuals and firms interested in learning about rewritable optical media and the available hardware and systems, and includes the experience of some early users of the technology. A directory of groups and companies involved in rewritable optical storage is also provided.
Leverage the full potential of IoT with the combination of Raspberry Pi 3 and Python and architect a complete IoT system that is the best fit for your organizationKey FeaturesBuild complex Python-based applications with IoTExplore different concepts, technologies, and tradeoffs in the IoT architectural stackDelve deep into each element of the IoT design—from sensors to the cloudBook DescriptionThe Internet of Things (IoT) is the fastest growing technology market. Industries are embracing IoT tec...
The weakest link in any computer system is undoubtedly the connection between the computer and the printer. Although there is an increasing level of compatibility between computers the same cannot be said of printers. As a result users spend a great deal of time in the frustrating business of trying to get their printer to work. The situation for laser printers is eased to a certain extent by the adoption of Postscript, a universal printer language that provides all the features needed to create...