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 | Object Lessons: Lessons Learned in Object-Oriented Development Projects Product# 460450459 Selling for $45 "Object Lessons encourages software professionals to build high-quality, innovative software products with less risk by avoiding the mistakes that plague the industry. With the wisdom acquired from over a decade of experience building commercial software products using objects, Love addresses the questions that both technical leaders and managers face as they venture into this important new area of software development. Focusing on fundamental issues and trends as opposed to specific products and services, Love supplies valuable insight into the development and management of large-scale commercial software. Object Lessons will prove to be an indispensable reference guide for all professionals in the field of object-oriented software engineering." |
 | 40th Anniversary Volume: Advancing into the 21st Century Product# 460548991 Selling for $143 "(Academic Press) Presents a series of papers updating the topics presented in the 1960 first edition of the book. Topics include general-purpose programming, numerical weather prediction, current status of automatic translation of languages, programming computers to play games, machine recognition of spoken words, and binary arithmetic." |
 | Theory of Computing: A Gentle Introduction Product# 460679272 Selling for $112 "This book focuses on fundamental issues of computation. The readers can master the content and gain lasting perspective from which to understand computers by carefully worked out examples, illustrations, and algorithmic proofs. Teaches the fundamental concepts behind computation. Hundreds of exercises marked according to the level of difficulty provide readers ample opportunity to apply concepts. Hundreds of illustrations which enhance understanding. Only algorithmic proofs are given in the text allowing readers to calibrate the mathematical depth they want to pursue. Appropriate for upper division undergraduate and graduate level courses in Computer Science Theory, Theory of Computation, and Automata and Formal Language Theory." |
 | Logic and Language Models for Computer Science Product# 460679390 Selling for $95 "This text makes in-depth explorations of a broad range of theoretical topics in computer science. It plunges into the applications of the abstract concepts in order to confront and address the skepticism of readers, and instill in them an appreciation for the usefulness of theory. A two-part presentation integrates logic and formal language—both with applications. Chapter topics cover mathematical preliminaries, propositional logic, proving things: why and how, predicate logic, proving with predicates, program verification, logic programming, language models for computer science, language models, finite automata and their languages, regular expressions, Lex: a tool for building lexical scanners, context-free grammars, pushdown automata and parsing, and turing machines. For future computer scientists." |
 | Computers and Ethics in the Cyberage Product# 460679418 Selling for $70 "The readings address subjects including the global impact of computers, on-line communities, and virtual reality. Selections analyze topics ranging from privacy, copyright and professionalism to computer crime. The texts included in this book are by women and men of many nations and diverse perspectives. The writers include ethicists, lawyers and engineers, as well as sociologists, anthropologists, social scientists, and literary figures. a multi-national flavor, appropriate to the global nature of computer technologies. student-centered introductions to each section and article. article-based introductions to the philosophy of technology in general, with particular attention to computer ethics. samples of practical guidelines and codes of conduct from different types of private, professional, and government institutions. a large selection of further resources listed both in section bibliographies and in the appendices." |
 | Computers Product# 460679555 Selling for $104 "Providing overview coverage of computing/IT concepts and applications, 'Computers' meets the needs of contemporary IT knowledge in content, sequence, and depth of presentation. The material in this progressive edition reflects readers' interests and spans the world of information technology. It contains seven 'core' chapters; plus an introduction to e-commerce, database management, and IT security; as well as emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. Also included--three colorful 'IT Illustrated' modules: computer history, the making of integrated circuits, and a PC buyer's guide. For a comprehensive introduction to computers." |
 | GET CERTIFIED AND GET AHEAD Product# 460683063 Selling for $24.95 "A complete career package, this guide covers 170 computer certifications, including sample tests, a unique spread sheet to help calculate total cost of certification, financial tips, and Web-enhanced updates with up-to-the-minute information." |
 | Annual Editions: Computers in Society 04/05 Product# 460683816 Selling for $29.37 "This edition of Annual Editions: Computers in Society is a compilation of articles from such public press sources as Technology Review, Communications of the ACM, and Training. It looks at the use of computers and the increasingly important roles they play in our lives. These selections examine the role computers play in our economy, our workplaces, our social institutions and explore the implications for social interaction and social values." |
 | Advances in Computers Product# 460684062 Selling for $172 "Since its first volume in 1960, Advances in Computers has presented detailed coverage of innovations in hardware and software and in computer theory, design, and applications. It has also provided contributorswith a medium in which they can examine their subjects in greater depth and breadth than that allowed by standard journal articles. As a result, many articles have become standard references that continue to be of significant, lasting value despite the rapid growth taking place in the field." |
 | Fuzzy Modeling and Genetic Algorithms for Data Mining and Exploration Product# 460684200 Selling for $51.95 "The first book to cover data mining from a computational intelligence perspective, Fuzzy Modeling Tools for Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery. focuses on how techniques such as fuzzy rule induction, genetic algorithms, and intelligent agents can help you discern patterns buried deep within your data. Cox begins by examining the nature of knowledge discovery and why a 'fuzzy' approach can be especially effective. From there, he reviews specific fuzzy data mining techniques with an eye to their strengths and weaknesses, providing all the necessary technical background and developing a comprehensive methodology you can follow, step by step, to meet your organization's needs. This is the first book to cover data mining from a computational intelligence viewpoint. Its focus is data mining using a blend of computational intelligence techniques--fuzzy rule induction, genetic algorithms, intelligent agents--to create actual models of the behaviors or patterns buried deep in a wide variety of data sources. Concentrating on real-world problems, the book uses actual cas" |
 | Information Superhighways Product# 460684221 Selling for $97.95 "The first book to examine the issues of developing products and services that use the technological advances to positive effect, this text shows that by focusing on users, a range of multimedia applications emerge which make for more imaginative use of computing and badwidth than the products of the current focus on application development, such as 'video on demand'." |
 | Mastering Mathematica Product# 460684246 Selling for $67.95 "This new edition of Mastering Mathematica focuses on using Mathematica as a programming language, because programming in Mathematica is the best way to use the software to its fullest capacity. The book covers functional programming, imperative programming, rewrite programming, and object-oriented programming. It also addresses the use of Mathematica as a symbolic manipulator and a general tool for knowledge representation." |
 | Elementary Linear Programming With Applications Product# 460684290 Selling for $118 "Linear programming finds the least expensive way to meet given needs with available resources. Its results are used in every area of engineering and commerce; including agriculture, oil refining, banking, and air transport. Authors Kolman and Beck present the basic notions of linear programming and illustrate how they are used to solve important common problems. The software on the included disk leads students step-by-step through the calculations." |
 | Expert Systems, Six-Volume Set Product# 460684297 Selling for $2365 "Six volume set presents cutting-edge advances and applications of expert systems. For engineers, computer scientists, and computer programmers." |
 | Dictionary of Information Science and Technology Product# 460684433 Selling for $42.95 "This work facilitates the cross-use terms from the various contributing sub-areas of information science. With definitions of 1,000 terms, in alphabetical order, the volume provides a unified, integrated and concise guide to the field. Each term is annotated by one or more references to the literature. Where possible, the first reference directs the user to a basic or seminal discussion of the term and subsequent references show its usage in an information science-related application. This work will be an indispensable reference for students, researchers, and professionals." |
| Theory of Computing: A Gentle Introduction Product# 460684591 Selling for $112 "This book focuses on fundamental issues of computation. The readers can master the content and gain lasting perspective from which to understand computers by carefully worked out examples, illustrations, and algorithmic proofs. Teaches the fundamental concepts behind computation. Hundreds of exercises marked according to the level of difficulty provide readers ample opportunity to apply concepts. Hundreds of illustrations which enhance understanding. Only algorithmic proofs are given in the text allowing readers to calibrate the mathematical depth they want to pursue. Appropriate for upper division undergraduate and graduate level courses in Computer Science Theory, Theory of Computation, and Automata and Formal Language Theory." |
| Logic and Language Models for Computer Science Product# 460684963 Selling for $95 "This text makes in-depth explorations of a broad range of theoretical topics in computer science. It plunges into the applications of the abstract concepts in order to confront and address the skepticism of readers, and instill in them an appreciation for the usefulness of theory. A two-part presentation integrates logic and formal language—both with applications. Chapter topics cover mathematical preliminaries, propositional logic, proving things: why and how, predicate logic, proving with predicates, program verification, logic programming, language models for computer science, language models, finite automata and their languages, regular expressions, Lex: a tool for building lexical scanners, context-free grammars, pushdown automata and parsing, and turing machines. For future computer scientists." |
| Computers and Ethics in the Cyberage Product# 460685436 Selling for $70 "The readings address subjects including the global impact of computers, on-line communities, and virtual reality. Selections analyze topics ranging from privacy, copyright and professionalism to computer crime. The texts included in this book are by women and men of many nations and diverse perspectives. The writers include ethicists, lawyers and engineers, as well as sociologists, anthropologists, social scientists, and literary figures. a multi-national flavor, appropriate to the global nature of computer technologies. student-centered introductions to each section and article. article-based introductions to the philosophy of technology in general, with particular attention to computer ethics. samples of practical guidelines and codes of conduct from different types of private, professional, and government institutions. a large selection of further resources listed both in section bibliographies and in the appendices." |
 | Neuro-Fuzzy and Soft Computing: A Computational Approach to Learning and Machine Intelligence Product# 460686034 Selling for $116.8 "Neuro-Fuzzy and Soft Computing provides the first comprehensive treatment of the constituent methodologies underlying neuro-fuzzy and soft computing, an evolving branch of computational intelligence. The constituent methodologies include fuzzy set theory, neural networks, data clustering techniques, and several stochastic optimization methods that do not require gradient information. In particular, the authors put equal emphasis on theoretical aspects of covered methodologies, as well as empirical observations and verifications of various applications in practice. The book is well suited for use as a text for courses on computational intelligence and as a single reference source for this emerging field. To help readers understand the material the presentation includes more than 50 examples, more than 150 exercises, over 300 illustrations, and more than 150 Matlab scripts. In addition, Matlab is utilized to visualize the processes of fuzzy reasoning, neural-network learning, neuro-fuzzy integration and training, and gradient-free optimization (such as genetic algorithms, simulated annealing, random search, and downhill Simplex method). The presentation also makes use of SIMULINK for neuro-fuzzy control system simulations. All Matlab scripts used in the book are available on the free companion software disk that may be ordered by using the enclosed reply card. The book also contains an 'Internet Resource Page' to point the reader to on-line neuro-fuzzy and soft computing home pages, publications, public-domain software, research institutes, news groups, etc. All the HTTP and FTP addresses are available as a bookmark file on the companion software disk." |
 | Using CRC Cards: An Informal Approach to Object-Oriented Development Product# 460686108 Selling for $50 "Provides a comprehensive introduction to CRC (Class, Responsibility, Collaborator) Cards, including a description of the cards themselves and a discussion of how they are used in interactive sessions to develop an object-oriented model of an application. Paper. DLC: Object- oriented programming (Computer science)" |
 | The Smalltalk Developer's Guide to Visual Works Product# 460686140 Selling for $53 "Providing a thorough description of the VisualWorks environment in terms of fundamental SmallTalk concepts, this book/disk package demonstrates how to solve problems and develop applications using VisualWorks. It covers the fundamental concepts of MVC, the builder, the application model, the concept of subcanvases, windows, and the tools of VisualWorks." |
 | Numerical Methods For Differential Equations: Fundamental Concepts For Scientific & Engineering Applications Product# 460686229 Selling for $120 "Derived from the authors' teaching experiences and feedback from students at MIT, Notre Dame, and Princeton, this book breaks with traditional presentations of basic numerical methods to offer readers a deeper understanding of fundamental concepts and a broader perspective of the subject." |
 | Machine Nature: The Coming Age of Bio-Inspired Computing Product# 460765493 Selling for $24.95 "An enthralling look at how computer scientists have crossed the line between machines and living organisms Despite being marvels of complexity and human ingenuity, computers are notoriously bad at learning new things and dealing with new situations. Researchers at the frontiers of computer science have turned to nature for solutions to the problem of machine adaptation and learning. By applying models of complex biological systems to the realm of computing machines, they have given rise to a new breed of adaptive software and hardware. In 'Machine Nature, computer scientist Moshe Sipper takes readers on a thrilling journey to the terra nova of computing, to provide a compelling look at cutting-edge computers, robots, and machines now and in the decades ahead, including: 'Embryonic' chips that self-heal and artificial immune systems that function like their biological counterparts to fight off computer viruses DNA computing--a technique for building computers out of DNA instead of silicon The deeper questions arising from the arrival of machines that are ada" |
 | Scientific Computing and Differential Equations Product# 460765562 Selling for $111 "A book that emphasizes the importance of solving differential equations on a computer, which comprises a large part of what has come to be called scientific computing. An introductory chapter on this topic gives an overview of modern scientific computing, outlining its applications and placing the subject in a larger context." |
 | Technology Lost: Hype and Reality in the Digital Age Product# 460765604 Selling for $24.99 #NAME? |
 | Introduction to Computing Systems: From bits & gates to C & beyond Product# 460766868 Selling for $120.45 Text designed to give students an understanding of computing to serve as a strong foundation for later courses. Updated to reflect current technology. For freshmen students. Previous edition: c2000. DLC: Computer science. |
| Scientific Computing and Differential Equations Product# 460766990 Selling for $111 "A book that emphasizes the importance of solving differential equations on a computer, which comprises a large part of what has come to be called scientific computing. An introductory chapter on this topic gives an overview of modern scientific computing, outlining its applications and placing the subject in a larger context." |
| Understanding Computer Ethics Product# 460767415 Selling for $53.33 "/*4005I-8, 0-13-140050-9, Fodor, Ph.D., John, Understanding Computer Ethics*/' This text/CD product provides fundamental information about computer and technology ethics, as well as the historical underpinnings of the field, this comprehensive volume creates a common language for discussing the issues and understanding what considerations should be taken into account when creating hardware and software. Understanding Computer Ethics' fulfills the Computer Science Accreditation Board requirements for CSAB accreditation and details the ramifications of continuing technological developments and important philosophical issues.' The volume addresses the history of computer technology, the impact of advances in hardware and software on ethics issues, as well as privacy, security, piracy, technology for persons with disabilities and other important philosophical issues.' For IS and CS Directors and Mangers." |