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  Cyber Security - Beginners’...

  Jonathan Rigdon

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  To effectively defend against the threats, cybersecurity professionals employ a variety of strategies and technologies. This includes implementing robust firewalls and intrusion detection systems to monitor and control network traffic, deploying antivirus software to detect and remove malicious software, using encryption to secure sensitive data both in transit and at rest, and implementing strong authentication mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access. 
    
  Additionally, cybersecurity involves ongoing monitoring and analysis of network activity to detect and respond to potential threats in real-time. This may involve the use of security information and event management (SIEM) systems, which aggregate and analyze data from various sources to identify suspicious behavior and security incidents. 
    
  Furthermore, cybersecurity professionals often engage in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and networks before they can be exploited by attackers. This proactive approach helps organizations strengthen their defenses and reduce the risk of successful cyber attacks.

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  Business Transformation - A...

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  All companies use information to set strategies and accomplish  business objectives. But how many CEOs and CIOs would say they are  satisfied that their companies get maximum value from information?  Not many. How many have a systematic plan for evolving their  information capabilities to the next level? Fewer still.  SAS has developed an Information Evolution Model (IEM) to aid  companies in assessing how they use information to drive business.  The model outlines how information is managed and utilized as a  corporate asset and enables organizations to objectively evaluate  their use of information and accurately lay out a roadmap for  improvements that optimize business returns. This book shows how  the IEM can be used together with analytics.  The book  provides the necessary information that managers need to introduce  and promote the use of analytics and insight across the  organization and how to identify the starting point and develop a  roadmap. Examples of global companies that have successfully been  through this process are provided as well as best practices.

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  Thank You For Voting - The...

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  In this concise, lively look at the past, present, and future of voting, a journalist examines the long and continuing fight for voting equality, why so few Americans today vote, and innovative ways to educate and motivate them; included are checklists of what to do before election day to prepare to vote and encourage others. 
  Voting is a prized American right and a topic of debate from the earliest days of the country. Yet in the 2016 presidential election, about 40 percent of Americans—and half of the country’s young adults – didn’t vote. Why do so many Americans choose not to vote, and what can we do about it?  
   
  The problem, Erin Geiger Smith contends, is a lack of understanding about our electoral system and a need to make voting more accessible. Thank You for Voting is her eye-opening look at the voting process, starting with the Framers’ perspective, through the Equal Protection amendment and the Voting Rights Act, to the present and simple actions individuals can take to increase civic participation in local, state, and national elections. 
  Geiger Smith expands our knowledge about our democracy—including women’s long fight to win the vote, attempts to suppress newly enfranchised voters' impact, state prohibitions against felons voting, charges of voter fraud and voter suppression, and other vital issues. In a conversational tone, she explains topics that can confuse even the most informed voters: polling, news literacy, gerrymandering and the Electoral College. She also explores how age, race, and socioeconomic factors influence turnout. 
  Ultimately, Thank You for Voting offers hope. Geiger Smith challenges corporations to promote voting, and offers examples of how companies like Patagonia and Walmart have taken up the task in a non-partisan way. And she reveals how get-out-the-vote movements—such as television star Yara Shahidi’s voting organization, Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote campaign, and on-the-ground young activists—innovatively use technology and grassroots techniques to energize first-time voters.  
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  Deepfake Synthetic AI - A...

  Et Tu Code

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  Delve into the fascinating world of deepfake synthetic AI with this comprehensive guide. From its inception to its ethical and legal implications, this book offers a thorough exploration of the deepfake phenomenon. 
  In "Deepfake Synthetic AI," readers will embark on a journey through the history of deepfake technology, from its early developments to the emergence of deep learning and its application in creating synthetic content. Explore the various synthesis techniques employed, including AutoEncoder Networks, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), and Transformers. 
  Discover the tools and technologies required to develop deepfakes, including neural networks, hardware acceleration, and specialized software tools. Learn about the common applications of deepfake technology, ranging from entertainment to misinformation and privacy concerns. 
  The audiobook also provides insights into recognizing and detecting deepfake content, along with mitigation strategies. With step-by-step instructions, readers will learn how to create deepfakes from scratch using Python, from data collection to evaluation. 
  With a glossary, bibliography, and appendix included, "Deepfake Synthetic AI" serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of this rapidly evolving technology. 
  Embark on a journey through the world of deepfake synthetic AI and uncover its profound implications on society and beyond.

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  Green

  Suzannah Evans

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  'My mother was an oak treemy dad a garage mechanicMy father was a field of wheatmy mother the Prime MinisterMy mother was an innkeeperand my father a lonely cactus…'
  Suzannah Evans' new pamphlet introduces us to Green, half human, half angry nature spirit. Green serves as a stunt double for our own rage and complicity in nature's destruction. He shows us nature's delights so we may mourn their loss more deeply.
  'In this delicious mini-biography of the mythic figure, Suzannah Evans has conjured up a Green Man – now modishly monikered 'Green' – who is witness, listener, accountant, cheerleader, of all and every aspect of nature. An inveterate listicle maker, he can't help but nag us until our attention is drawn back inexorably to the wonder of the world; it's nightmares too. Whether he is supervising extinctions, lavender farming, or picking up plastic litter on the beach, Green is unabashedly a fun, wry and playful personality to spend some time with.' Rishi Dastidar
  'Green is a contemporary secular canticle, where matter and living beings are in mischievous, polyphonic dialogue. Channelled through this beyond-human figure, it presents a decentred ecology where "Green isn't rooting for anyone" – but where we must find a way to befriend 'him', without turning him into a 'man'. Earth is lively and re-enchanted, in Green's contemporary and accessible animism. We are invited to accept the majesty of llama memes alongside the 'death drop' of species extinction. Fuck you, Green says to the wasps, stinging him all over, I still love you. A gentle, passionate, good-natured plea, for even the stickiest, ickiest, grossest creatures to be named in Green's – and humanity's – affections.' Caleb Parkin

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  Atoms Unleashed - Fusion's...

  John Harpoon

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  Fusion energy, often described as the “holy grail” of power sources, holds the potential to revolutionize how we generate electricity and tackle global energy challenges. At its core, fusion is the process that powers the sun and stars, where two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing vast amounts of energy in the process. The promise of harnessing this natural phenomenon for human use is one of the most exciting scientific endeavors of our time. 
  The appeal of fusion energy lies in its virtually limitless potential. Unlike conventional energy sources such as fossil fuels, which are finite and contribute to environmental degradation, fusion uses fuels like deuterium and tritium, isotopes of hydrogen that are abundant in water and lithium. These fuels are not only plentiful, but the fusion process produces no greenhouse gases or long-lived radioactive waste, making it an incredibly clean energy source. In theory, fusion could provide an inexhaustible supply of energy, helping to meet the world’s growing demand while reducing the environmental impacts associated with other forms of energy production. 
  In addition to its environmental benefits, fusion energy promises to be a game-changer for energy security. As the global population increases and industrialization expands, the demand for energy will continue to rise. Traditional sources like coal, oil, and natural gas are becoming increasingly insufficient, both in terms of supply and sustainability. Nuclear fission, while capable of generating large amounts of energy, carries significant risks, such as nuclear accidents and the challenge of radioactive waste disposal. Fusion, on the other hand, offers a potentially safer alternative, with no risk of runaway reactions and no long-term waste problems.

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