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Building Smart Home Automation Solutions with Home Assistant

Configure, integrate, and manage hardware and software systems to automate your home

by Marco Carvalho ...

A step-by-step guide to building cost-effective and complete home automation DIY projects using tools such as Home Assistant, Raspberry Pi, IoT devices, the Tasmota sensor, ESP32, and GrafanaKey FeaturesLearn by doing using real-life practical examples to build your own home automation systemCreate, hack, and configure IoT devices through hands-on projects to be used with or without Home ... Read more

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A step-by-step guide to building cost-effective and complete home automation DIY projects using tools such as Home Assistant, Raspberry Pi, IoT devices, the Tasmota sensor, ESP32, and GrafanaKey FeaturesLearn by doing using real-life practical examples to build your own home automation systemCreate, hack, and configure IoT devices through hands-on projects to be used with or without Home
... Read more
Designing with Geosynthetics - 6Th Edition Vol. 1

by Robert M. Koerner ...

Following the structure of previous editions, Volume 1 of this Sixth Edition proceeds through four individual chapters on geosynthetics, geotextiles, geogrids and geonets. Volume 2 continues with geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam and geocomposites. The two volumes must accompany one another. All are polymeric materials used for myriad applications in geotechnical, geoenvironmental, ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Following the structure of previous editions, Volume 1 of this Sixth Edition proceeds through four individual chapters on geosynthetics, geotextiles, geogrids and geonets. Volume 2 continues with geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam and geocomposites. The two volumes must accompany one another. All are polymeric materials used for myriad applications in geotechnical, geoenvironmental,
... Read more
COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

An Introduction to Hardware, Software, Networking, and Programming"

by Temitope Ogundipe ...

Computer Fundamentals provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and principles of computer science. This book is designed for beginners and serves as a solid foundation for understanding how computers work. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of hardware and software, the role of operating systems, data storage, and computer networks. Readers will also ... Read more

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Computer Fundamentals provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts and principles of computer science. This book is designed for beginners and serves as a solid foundation for understanding how computers work. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of hardware and software, the role of operating systems, data storage, and computer networks. Readers will also
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Home Automation For Dummies

by Dwight Spivey ...

The easy way to control your home appliancesDo you want to control common household appliances and amenities from your smartphone or tablet, wherever you happen to be? Home Automation For Dummies guides you through installing and setting up app-controlled devices in your home, such as heating and air conditioning, lighting, multimedia systems, game consoles, and security and monitoring devices—and ... Read more

$16.99 USD

The easy way to control your home appliancesDo you want to control common household appliances and amenities from your smartphone or tablet, wherever you happen to be? Home Automation For Dummies guides you through installing and setting up app-controlled devices in your home, such as heating and air conditioning, lighting, multimedia systems, game consoles, and security and monitoring devices—and
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Chip War

The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology

by Chris Miller ...

The Financial Times Business Book of the Year, this epic account of the decades-long battle to control one of the world’s most critical resources—microchip technology—with the United States and China increasingly in fierce competition is “pulse quickening…a nonfiction thriller” (The New York Times).You may be surprised to learn that microchips are the new oil—the scarce resource on which the ... Read more

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The Financial Times Business Book of the Year, this epic account of the decades-long battle to control one of the world’s most critical resources—microchip technology—with the United States and China increasingly in fierce competition is “pulse quickening…a nonfiction thriller” (The New York Times).You may be surprised to learn that microchips are the new oil—the scarce resource on which the
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 User Manual: Tips & Tricks Guide for Your Tablet!

by Shelby Johnson ...

Are you a new Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 owner who wants to get the most out of your new tablet?Here what you'll learn inside this guide and helpful tablet user's manual:- Getting started with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4.- How to create contacts in the Tab 4.- How to use the Tab 4 as an IR remote.- Hidden features, tips & tricks on Samsung Galaxy Tab 4.- Taking photos and video with the Samsung Galaxy Tab ... Read more

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Are you a new Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 owner who wants to get the most out of your new tablet?Here what you'll learn inside this guide and helpful tablet user's manual:- Getting started with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4.- How to create contacts in the Tab 4.- How to use the Tab 4 as an IR remote.- Hidden features, tips & tricks on Samsung Galaxy Tab 4.- Taking photos and video with the Samsung Galaxy Tab
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The Art of Invisibility

The World's Most Famous Hacker Teaches You How to Be Safe in the Age of Big Brother and Big Data

by Kevin Mitnick ...

Real-world advice on how to be invisible online from "the FBI's most wanted hacker" (Wired).Be online without leaving a trace. Your every step online is being tracked and stored, and your identity literally stolen. Big companies and big governments want to know and exploit what you do, and privacy is a luxury few can afford or understand.In this explosive yet practical book, Kevin Mitnick uses ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Real-world advice on how to be invisible online from "the FBI's most wanted hacker" (Wired).Be online without leaving a trace. Your every step online is being tracked and stored, and your identity literally stolen. Big companies and big governments want to know and exploit what you do, and privacy is a luxury few can afford or understand.In this explosive yet practical book, Kevin Mitnick uses
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Unmatched

50 Years of Supercomputing

by David Barkai ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC Computational Science
Unmatched: 50 Years of Supercomputing: A Personal Journey Accompanying the Evolution of a Powerful ToolThe rapid and extraordinary progress of supercomputing over the past half-century is a powerful demonstration of our relentless drive to understand and shape the world around us. In this book, David Barkai offers a unique and compelling account of this remarkable technological journey, drawing ... Read more

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Unmatched: 50 Years of Supercomputing: A Personal Journey Accompanying the Evolution of a Powerful ToolThe rapid and extraordinary progress of supercomputing over the past half-century is a powerful demonstration of our relentless drive to understand and shape the world around us. In this book, David Barkai offers a unique and compelling account of this remarkable technological journey, drawing
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Electronic Value Exchange

Origins of the VISA Electronic Payment System

by David L. Stearns ...

Series series Computer Science (R0)
Electronic Value Exchange examines in detail the transformation of the VISA electronic payment system from a collection of non-integrated, localized, paper-based bank credit card programs into the cooperative, global, electronic value exchange network it is today. Topics and features: provides a history of the VISA system from the mid-1960s to the early 1980s; presents a historical narrative based ... Read more

$170.09 USD

Electronic Value Exchange examines in detail the transformation of the VISA electronic payment system from a collection of non-integrated, localized, paper-based bank credit card programs into the cooperative, global, electronic value exchange network it is today. Topics and features: provides a history of the VISA system from the mid-1960s to the early 1980s; presents a historical narrative based
... Read more
A Seniors Guide to iPhone 13

Getting Started With the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, and iPhone 13 Pro Running iOS 15

by Scott La Counte ...

Learn how to use the iPhone 13Remember when phones actually called people? They still do that, obviously, but they do so much more today! They keep track of your health. They help you stay in touch with your family in innovative ways. They let you watch movies. And, for some of us, they let us play games while we are supposed to be doing something else! Mostly, they make the things we do every day ... Read more

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Learn how to use the iPhone 13Remember when phones actually called people? They still do that, obviously, but they do so much more today! They keep track of your health. They help you stay in touch with your family in innovative ways. They let you watch movies. And, for some of us, they let us play games while we are supposed to be doing something else! Mostly, they make the things we do every day
... Read more
UNIX For Dummies

by John R. Levine, Margaret Levine Young ...

Manage files, set up networks, and go online with UNIX!UNIX For Dummies has been the standard for beginning UNIX references for nearly ten years, and this latest edition continues that tradition of success. This unparalled resource is updated to cover the latest applications of UNIX technology, including Linux and Mac desktops as well as how UNIX works with Microsoft server softwareThorough ... Read more

$18.00 USD

Manage files, set up networks, and go online with UNIX!UNIX For Dummies has been the standard for beginning UNIX references for nearly ten years, and this latest edition continues that tradition of success. This unparalled resource is updated to cover the latest applications of UNIX technology, including Linux and Mac desktops as well as how UNIX works with Microsoft server softwareThorough
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iPhone 5 First Steps For Dummies

by Mark L. Chambers ...

The first e-book you should download onto your new iPhoneJust bought a new iPhone and need to know where to get started? iPhone 5 First Steps For Dummies gives you the essential step-by-step instructions you need to get up to speed fast and learn how to use the most essential features right out of the box. Focusing on the top tasks required to get started, this handy little e-book begins with a ... Read more

$2.99 USD

The first e-book you should download onto your new iPhoneJust bought a new iPhone and need to know where to get started? iPhone 5 First Steps For Dummies gives you the essential step-by-step instructions you need to get up to speed fast and learn how to use the most essential features right out of the box. Focusing on the top tasks required to get started, this handy little e-book begins with a
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Kotlin and Android Development featuring Jetpack

Build Better, Safer Android Apps

by Michael Fazio ...

Start building native Android apps the modern way in Kotlin with Jetpack's expansive set of tools, libraries, and best practices. Learn how to create efficient, resilient views with Fragments and share data between the views with ViewModels. Use Room to persist valuable data quickly, and avoid NullPointerExceptions and Java's verbose expressions with Kotlin. You can even handle asynchronous web ... Read more

$30.99 USD

Start building native Android apps the modern way in Kotlin with Jetpack's expansive set of tools, libraries, and best practices. Learn how to create efficient, resilient views with Fragments and share data between the views with ViewModels. Use Room to persist valuable data quickly, and avoid NullPointerExceptions and Java's verbose expressions with Kotlin. You can even handle asynchronous web
... Read more
iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera User Guide

Step By Step Manual To Quickly Master iPhone Camera In 7 Days

by Hope Bally ...

Understand Your Camera MoreThe iPhone is capable of performing functions beyond the traditional point-and-shoot photograph. Profound iPhone camera controls are capable of performing miracles, imbuing an image with an air of professionalism and transforming it into a desirable portrait. Attaining the desired "tone" necessitates the ability to modify them accordingly.After capturing an image or ... Read more

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Understand Your Camera MoreThe iPhone is capable of performing functions beyond the traditional point-and-shoot photograph. Profound iPhone camera controls are capable of performing miracles, imbuing an image with an air of professionalism and transforming it into a desirable portrait. Attaining the desired "tone" necessitates the ability to modify them accordingly.After capturing an image or
... Read more
Raspberry Pi System Programming for Beginner

by Agus Kurniawan ...

This book helps how to learn system programming on Raspberry Pi using C language and core system libraries. Several code samples are provided for ease of understanding about system programming.**TOC**Preparing Development Environment1.1 Raspberry Pi1.2 Compiler and Development Tools1.3 Hello WorldFile I/O2.1 Opening and Closing File2.1.1 open() and close()2.1.2 creat()2.1.3 Creating a New File<... ... Read more

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This book helps how to learn system programming on Raspberry Pi using C language and core system libraries. Several code samples are provided for ease of understanding about system programming.**TOC**Preparing Development Environment1.1 Raspberry Pi1.2 Compiler and Development Tools1.3 Hello WorldFile I/O2.1 Opening and Closing File2.1.1 open() and close()2.1.2 creat()2.1.3 Creating a New File<...
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Building a BeagleBone Black Super Cluster

by Andreas Josef Reichel ...

If you are a programmer, scientist, or someone interested in modern computer technology that goes beyond the typical PC, then this book will show you the outstanding possibilities of cluster computing with modern embedded systems based on ARM architecture. Whether you need a high-speed or low-cost scalable cluster for simulations or want to try something new, this book is the right guide for you. ... Read more

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If you are a programmer, scientist, or someone interested in modern computer technology that goes beyond the typical PC, then this book will show you the outstanding possibilities of cluster computing with modern embedded systems based on ARM architecture. Whether you need a high-speed or low-cost scalable cluster for simulations or want to try something new, this book is the right guide for you.
... Read more
The Best of Make:

75 Projects from the Pages of Make

by Mark Frauenfelder ...

After two years, MAKE has become one of most celebrated new magazines to hit the newsstands, and certainly one of the hottest reads. If you're just catching on to the MAKE phenomenon and wonder what you've missed, this book contains the best DIY projects from the magazine's first ten volumes -- a surefire collection of fun and challenging activities going back to MAKE's launch in early 2005.Find ... Read more

$20.99 USD

After two years, MAKE has become one of most celebrated new magazines to hit the newsstands, and certainly one of the hottest reads. If you're just catching on to the MAKE phenomenon and wonder what you've missed, this book contains the best DIY projects from the magazine's first ten volumes -- a surefire collection of fun and challenging activities going back to MAKE's launch in early 2005.Find
... Read more
BeagleBone Black Programming using Matlab

by Agus Kurniawan ...

MATLAB provides APIs to access BeagleBone Black board. This book helps you to get started with BeagleBone Black Programming using Matlab. The following the highlight:* Preparing Development Environment* Setting up BeagleBone Black Development for MATLAB* Working with GPIO* Working with PWM and ADC* Working with I2C* Working with SPI* Working with Serial Port* Working with Web Camera* Working with ... Read more

$2.99 USD

MATLAB provides APIs to access BeagleBone Black board. This book helps you to get started with BeagleBone Black Programming using Matlab. The following the highlight:* Preparing Development Environment* Setting up BeagleBone Black Development for MATLAB* Working with GPIO* Working with PWM and ADC* Working with I2C* Working with SPI* Working with Serial Port* Working with Web Camera* Working with
... Read more
The IT Support Handbook

A How-To Guide to Providing Effective Help and Support to IT Users

by Mike Halsey ...

Series series Professional and Applied Computing (R0)
Become a more effective tech professional by learning how to provide the most useful IT support for your users. You'll learn how to efficiently and effectively deal with any type of problem, including operating systems, software, and hardware. IT support is often complex, time-consuming, and expensive, but it doesn't have to be with the right processes in place.Whether you're an individual, part ... Read more

$49.49 USD

Become a more effective tech professional by learning how to provide the most useful IT support for your users. You'll learn how to efficiently and effectively deal with any type of problem, including operating systems, software, and hardware. IT support is often complex, time-consuming, and expensive, but it doesn't have to be with the right processes in place.Whether you're an individual, part
... Read more
PCQUEST- April, 2025

PCQ monthly

by Cyber Media (India) Ltd. ...

Series series PCQ monthly
PCQuest is one of India's oldest and most respected technology magazines, published by CyberMedia since 1982. It serves as a comprehensive resource for IT professionals, tech enthusiasts, and decision-makers in businesses and government sectors who are seeking reliable, in-depth insights into the fast-evolving world of information technology. The magazine primarily focuses on emerging technologies ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

PCQuest is one of India's oldest and most respected technology magazines, published by CyberMedia since 1982. It serves as a comprehensive resource for IT professionals, tech enthusiasts, and decision-makers in businesses and government sectors who are seeking reliable, in-depth insights into the fast-evolving world of information technology. The magazine primarily focuses on emerging technologies
... Read more
Getting Started with .NET Gadgeteer

Learn to Use This .NET Micro Framework-Powered Platform

by Simon Monk ...

Learn how to quickly build cool electronic gadgets with .NET Gadgeteer. With the easy-to-follow instructions in this guide, you’ll tackle five fascinating projects, using Microsoft’s rapid prototyping Gadgeteer platform. There’s no soldering involved—you simply plug in modules that make gadget-building quick and easy.Ideal for beginners, this book shows you how to work with modules and other ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Learn how to quickly build cool electronic gadgets with .NET Gadgeteer. With the easy-to-follow instructions in this guide, you’ll tackle five fascinating projects, using Microsoft’s rapid prototyping Gadgeteer platform. There’s no soldering involved—you simply plug in modules that make gadget-building quick and easy.Ideal for beginners, this book shows you how to work with modules and other
... Read more
Caring for your bicycle

Your expert guide to keeping your bicycle in tip-top condition

by Peter Henshaw ...

This step-by-step guide is packed full of information and tells you all you need to know about caring for your bicycle. It covers everything from the basics of why maintenance matters and which tools you should use, to vital safety checks and more advanced maintenance tasks, even the fitting of accessories. Advice on how to adjust your bike to fit you, how to clean it efficiently, and how to keep ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This step-by-step guide is packed full of information and tells you all you need to know about caring for your bicycle. It covers everything from the basics of why maintenance matters and which tools you should use, to vital safety checks and more advanced maintenance tasks, even the fitting of accessories. Advice on how to adjust your bike to fit you, how to clean it efficiently, and how to keep
... Read more
SysML in Action with Cameo Systems Modeler

by Olivier Casse ...

System engineering (SE) using models (MBSE) is currently in vogue in the community of SE practitioners, whether they are analysts, architects, developers or testers. INCOSE has contributed greatly to the definition of a language for the community, henceforth standardized under ISO-19514: SysML. However, this language is not associated by default with any particular MBSE procedure. This is a major ... Read more

$116.99 USD

System engineering (SE) using models (MBSE) is currently in vogue in the community of SE practitioners, whether they are analysts, architects, developers or testers. INCOSE has contributed greatly to the definition of a language for the community, henceforth standardized under ISO-19514: SysML. However, this language is not associated by default with any particular MBSE procedure. This is a major
... Read more
POWER PLANT ENGINEERING

This book has been written for the B.COM /LLB/ MBA/ BBA /ME /M.TECH /BE /B.Tech students.

by NA.VIKRAMAN ...

Series Book 67 - 167
UNIT I COAL BASED THERMAL POWER PLANTSRankine cycle - improvisations, Layout of modern coal power plant, Super Critical Boilers, FBCBoilers, Turbines, Condensers, Steam & Heat rate, Subsystems of thermal power plants – Fueland ash handling, Draught system, Feed water treatment. Binary Cycles and Cogenerationsystems.UNIT II DIESEL, GAS TURBINE AND COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANTSOtto, Diesel, Dual & ... Read more

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UNIT I COAL BASED THERMAL POWER PLANTSRankine cycle - improvisations, Layout of modern coal power plant, Super Critical Boilers, FBCBoilers, Turbines, Condensers, Steam & Heat rate, Subsystems of thermal power plants – Fueland ash handling, Draught system, Feed water treatment. Binary Cycles and Cogenerationsystems.UNIT II DIESEL, GAS TURBINE AND COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANTSOtto, Diesel, Dual &
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