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Books in Social sciences

The Social Sciences collection forms a definitive resource for those entering, researching, or teaching in any of the many disciplines making up this interdisciplinary area of study. Written by experts and researchers from both Academic and Commercial domains, titles offer global scope and perspectives.

Key subject areas include: Library and Information Science; Transportation; Urban Studies; Geography, Planning, and Development; Security; Emergency Management.

  • .NET Mobile Web Developers Guide

    • 1st Edition
    • January 31, 2002
    • Syngress
    • English
    Introducing Microsoft's flagship wireless development toolThe .NET Mobile Web Developer's Guide will provide readers with a solid guide to developing mobile applications using Microsoft technologies. The focus of this book is on using ASP.NET and the .NET mobile SDK. It provides an introduction to the .NET platform and goes into moderate details on ASP.NET to allow readers to start developing ASP.NET applications. In addition, this book will give the readers the insight to use the various Microsoft technologies for developing mobile applications.This book assumes the readers have experience in developing web applications and are familiar with any one of the server-side technologies like ASP, JSP or PHP.

  • Transportation Disaster Response Handbook

    • 1st Edition
    • January 22, 2002
    • Jay Levinson + 1 more
    • English
    Transportation Disaster Response Handbook presents information and strategies for dealing with all types of disasters and looks at the unique aspects of transportation-relat... incidents. It outlines how to prepare for emergencies, what to expect during a disaster, how individuals within the emergency agencies should respond, and how these agencies can quickly mobilize to minimize damage and provide assistance to victims.This practical handbook shows you how to:· Design a disaster preparedness plan· Assess and clarify incidents as soon as they occur· Anticipate and handle issues for each type of disaster· Assist victims and provide aid to emergency personnel· Coordinate with emergency units and aid groups· Search for and recover physical evidence· Deal with the media· Plan business recovery· And much more!The authors use examples of real disasters to illustrate key points and show how to effectively implement strategies before, during, and after a disaster. The Handbook will be an essential resource for police, fire fighters, medical professionals, government and military groups, transportation officials, emergency response planners, aid groups, forensic investigators, and security and business managers.

  • Forensic Digital Imaging and Photography

    • 1st Edition
    • January 19, 2002
    • Herbert L. Blitzer + 1 more
    • English
    Forensic Digital Imaging and Photography covers each facet of digital imaging-how to select equipment, when to use it, how to produce a good image, and how to present that image in court. It clarifies the difference between what can be done digitally and what should be done in a forensic setting, and helps the reader "learn by doing" with exercises and step-by-step instructions. Key Features: Teaches the basics of digital imaging and how to choose the right tool for each job Describes how to master specific tasks such as scanning, selecting media for archiving, configuring a digital imaging system, setting the proper resolution, adjusting the image, comparing images with known samples, and much more Includes detailed graphics of the photography and imaging tools, and dialog boxes to describe each function Provides easy-to-follow instructions for each exercise in the book, including required images Describes potential pitfalls of using digital technology Law enforcement officials who follow the recommendations in this text can feel confident that their handling of imaging evidence will stand up to the high standards necessary for presentation in criminal cases. Topics covered in the book:The opening chapters teach the basics of digital imaging and how to choose the right tool for each job. The remaining chapters show how to: Scan original negatives and slides with a film scanner Scan photographs, line drawings, and documents with a flatbed scanner Select the best equipment for the job Select the best media for archiving Configure and use a digital imaging system And more Exercises provide step-by-step instructions on how to: Size and set the resolution of an image Adjust highlights, shadows, contrast, color, density, etc. Record each action performed on the images Separate images into color channels Graphically compare wounds with weapons and compare handwriting exemplars with questioned samples, etc. Remove backgrounds from fingerprints using FFT filters Use a sizing tool to adjust images for direct comparison Use frequency filters to enhance hidden facial features

  • C#.Net Developer's Guide

    • 1st Edition
    • January 12, 2002
    • Adrian Turtschi + 3 more
    • English
    Microsoft's C# ("C sharp") is a modern, object-oriented programming language built from the ground up to exploit the power of XML-based Web services on Microsoft's new .NET platform. With its Visual C++ development system heritage, C# will enable millions of C and C++ developers to use existing skills to rapidly build sophisticated XML-based .NET applications.Why Will Web Developers Switch to C#?...Because it's the ideal solution for C and C++ programmers who need to combine rapid development with the power to access all the functionality of the Microsoft.NET platform. They want an environment that is completely in sync with emerging Web standards and one that provides easy integration with existing applications. C#.net Web Developer's Guide will enhance developer productivity and help them eliminate programming errors that can lead to increased development costs. This book teaches Web developers to quickly and easily build solutions for the Microsoft .NET platform. Web developers will learn to use C# components to build Web services and applications that are available across the Internet, from any application running on any platform.

  • ASP.Net Web Developer's Guide

    • 1st Edition
    • January 2, 2002
    • Syngress
    • English
    ASP.Net Web Developer's Guide provides information to make use of Microsoft's newest Web development platform.ASP.NET is a revolutionary programming framework that enables the rapid development of powerful web applications and services. Part of the emerging Microsoft .NET Platform, it provides the easiest and most scalable way to build, deploy and run distributed web applications that can target any browser or device. ASP.NET (formerly referred to as ASP+) is more than the next version of Active Server Pages (ASP); it is a unified Web development platform that provides the services necessary for developers to build enterprise-class Web applications. ASP .net Web Developer's Guide assists Web developers to quickly and easily build solutions for the Microsoft .NET platform. Programmers who are expert in asp and other languages will find this book invaluable.

  • Concise Encyclopedia of Sociolinguistics

    • 1st Edition
    • December 20, 2001
    • R. Mesthrie
    • English
    This is the ninth in the acclaimed series of spinoff volumes based on the outstanding Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics. It comprises 285 articles of which 80 are short biographical entries. 50 of the biographies and 42 other articles are entirely new, while the remaining entries are suitably revised and updated from ELL. This work provides uniquely comprehensive and authoritative information on all aspects of sociolinguistics.

  • Consumers Guide to Cell Phones and Wireless Service Plans

    • 1st Edition
    • December 19, 2001
    • Syngress
    • English
    Choosing the right mobile phone and service plan can be overwhelming, particularly if you travel abroad - this truly international guide is ideal for the mobile executiveExperts estimate that by 2005 there will be over 1.26 billion wireless phone users around the world. (Source: Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association). It's overwhelming to think of the options available to the consumer when it comes to buying mobile phones, phone accessories, and service plans. So many people are confused by the myriad of wireless phone claims, the endless advertised rates and the countless service plans with all their options. The Consumer's Guide to Cell Phones is designed to help consumers choose what program may best suit them. This book helps streamline the wireless-buying process by providing a complete listing of all wireless providers and the details of their plans.International listings cover USA, Africa, Asia-Pacific, Australia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. As an example, in Ireland there is coverage of Digiphone and other plans, in Australia of Telstra, in the UK Cellnet, Orange, etc.

  • Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

    Bioactive Natural Products (Part F)
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 25
    • December 14, 2001
    • Atta-ur Rahman
    • English
    Natural products play an integral and ongoing role in promoting numerous aspects of scientific advancement, and many aspects of basic research programs are intimately related to natural products. The significance, therefore, of the Studies in Natural Product Chemistry series, edited by Professor Atta-ur-Rahman, cannot be overestimated. This volume, in accordance with previous volumes, presents us with cutting-edge contributions of great importance.

  • Building Robots With Lego Mindstorms

    • 1st Edition
    • December 6, 2001
    • Mario Ferrari + 1 more
    • English
    Lego robots! Mindstorms are sweeping the world and fans need to learn how to programme them Lego Mindstorms are a new generation of Lego Robots that can be manipulated using microcomputers, light and touch sensors, an infrared transmitter and CD-ROMs. Since Lego launched Lego Mindstorms in late 1998 sales have skyrocketed - with no sign of slowing down. Mindstorms have captured the imagination of adults and children alike, creating a subculture of Mindstorm enthusiasts around the world. The kits are now a staple part of engineering and computer science classes at many high profile Universities. Building Robots with Lego Mindstorms provides readers with a fundamental understanding of the geometry, electronics, engineering, and programming required to build your own robots. Mario and Giulio Ferrari are world-renowned experts in the field of Lego Mindstorms robotics, and in this book they share their unrivaled knowledge and expertise of robotics as well as provide a series of chapters detailing how to design and build the most exotic robots. Mario and Giulio also give detailed explanations of how to integrate Lego Mindstorms kits with other Lego programmable bricks such as Scout and Cybermaster, as well as with non-robotic Lego Technics models.

  • Cisco AVVID and IP Telephony Design and Implementation

    • 1st Edition
    • December 5, 2001
    • Wayne Lawson
    • English
    Corporate demand for AVVID solutions is rapidly increasing - engineers will need this bookCisco AVVID (Architecture for Voice, Video and Integrated Data), the latest development from Cisco Systems, is redefining the way businesses communicate. AVVID allows businesses to transmit voice, data, and video over a single integrated architecture called a "multiservice" or "converged" network. Cisco AVVID Design and Implementation is designed to be a complete desk-reference for network administrators and engineers responsible for a complicated AVVID network. Covering history, protocols, hardware, servers, switches, bridges, routers, and discussions about implementation issues, realities of cost, requirements and network limitations. Engineers will learn how to design and build a comprehensive Cisco AVVID network infrastructure.

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