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  Heliology - The Sun and Its...

  Mike Crawford

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  The Sun is the central force that sustains life on Earth, providing the energy necessary for the survival of all living organisms. Without its warmth and light, the planet would be an inhospitable, frozen wasteland, incapable of supporting even the simplest forms of life. The Sun’s role extends beyond merely illuminating the sky—it drives the climate, controls weather patterns, and enables the growth of plants that form the foundation of the food chain. Every breath of oxygen produced by photosynthetic organisms owes its existence to the Sun’s energy. It is the ultimate source of life, shaping the conditions that allow ecosystems to flourish. 
  Beyond its biological influence, the Sun dictates the very rhythm of human existence. It has shaped cultures, religions, and civilizations throughout history, serving as a symbol of power, divinity, and continuity. Ancient societies, from the Egyptians and Mayans to the Greeks and Chinese, revered the Sun as a deity or a fundamental force of the cosmos. It guided the development of calendars, agricultural cycles, and even architectural designs that aligned with solar movements. The Sun’s predictable cycles of day and night, along with its seasonal variations, have dictated human activities for millennia, influencing everything from farming practices to the establishment of timekeeping systems. 
  Scientifically, the Sun is a fascinating object of study, revealing insights into the nature of energy production, stellar evolution, and cosmic interactions. As a massive nuclear reactor, it continuously fuses hydrogen into helium, releasing immense amounts of energy in the process. This nuclear fusion not only sustains the Sun’s luminosity but also provides valuable knowledge for researchers seeking to harness similar energy on Earth.

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  Zero to Birth - How the Human...

  W.A. Harris

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  A revelatory tale of how the human brain develops, from conception to birth and beyond 
   
   
   
  By the time a baby is born, its brain is equipped with billions of intricately crafted neurons wired together through trillions of interconnections to form a compact and breathtakingly efficient supercomputer. Zero to Birth takes you on an extraordinary journey to the very edge of creation, from the moment of an egg's fertilization through each step of a human brain's development in the womb—and even a little beyond. 
   
   
   
  As pioneering experimental neurobiologist W. A. Harris guides you through the process of how the brain is built, he takes up the biggest questions that scientists have asked about the developing brain, describing many of the thrilling discoveries that were foundational to our current understanding. He weaves in a remarkable evolutionary story that begins billions of years ago in the Proterozoic eon, when multicellular animals first emerged from single-cell organisms, and reveals how the growth of a fetal brain over nine months reflects the brain's evolution through the ages. Our brains have much in common with those of other animals, and Harris offers an illuminating look at how comparative animal studies have been crucial to understanding what makes a human brain human.

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  Digital Capitalism and...

  Sabine Pfeiffer

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  Are robots taking away our jobs? Those who ask this question have misunderstood digitalisation - it is not an industrial revolution by other means. Sabine Pfeiffer searches for the actual novelties brought about by digitalisation and digital capitalism. In her analysis, she juxtaposes Marx's concept of productive force with the idea of distributive force. From the platform economy to artificial intelligence, Pfeiffer shows that digital capitalism is less about the efficient production of value, but rather about its fast, risk-free, and permanently secured realisation on the markets. The examination of this dynamic and its consequences also leads to the question of how destructive the distributive forces of digital capitalism might be.

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  Ultimate Web Authentication...

  Sambit Dash

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  Practical gateway to securing web applications with OIDC, OAuth, SAML, FIDO, and Digital Identity to. 
   
  
  
   
  KEY FEATURES 
  ? Dive into real-world practical hands-on experience with authentication protocols through sample code. 
  ? Gain a programmer's perspective on cryptography, certificates, and their role in securing authentication processes. 
  ? Explore a wide array of authentication protocols, including TLS, SAML, OAuth, OIDC, WebAuthn, and Digital Identity. 
  ? Graded step-by-step guidance that simplifies complex concepts, making them accessible to programmers of all levels of expertise. 
   
  
  
   
  DESCRIPTIONIn today's digital landscape, web apps evolve rapidly, demanding enhanced security. This Ultimate Web Authentication Handbook offers a comprehensive journey into this realm. Beginning with web authentication basics, it builds a strong foundation. You'll explore cryptography fundamentals, essential for secure authentication. The book delves into the connection between authentication and network security, mastering federated authentication via OAuth and OIDC protocols. 
   
  
  
   
  You'll also harness multi factor authentication's power and stay updated on advanced trends. The book expands on deepening your understanding of Java Web Token (JWT), FIDO 2, WebAuthn, and biometric authentication to fortify web apps against multifaceted threats. Moreover, you'll learn to use Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions for constructing highly secure systems. Whether you're a developer, security enthusiast, or simply curious about web security, this book unlocks the secrets of secure online interactions. 
   
  
  
   
  WHAT WILL YOU LEARN 
  ? Comprehend Web Application Architectures and Enhance Security Measures. 
  ? Implement Robust Web Security with Public Key Cryptography. 
  ? Harness SAML, OAuth, and OIDC for Advanced User Authentication and Authorization. 
  ? Strengthen Web App Security with Multi Factor Authentication. Transition to Passwordless Authentication with FIDO and Biometric Security. 
  ? Stay Ahead with Insights into Digital Identity, Biometric Authentication, Post-Quantum Cryptography, and Zero Trust Architecture Trends. 
   
  
  
   
  WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?This book is for computer programmers, web application designers, and architects. Most Identity Management Products focus on the server components, while this book intends to serve numerous developers of client integrations who need a conceptual understanding of the standards. The sample applications are developed using Golang and Flutter Web. 
   
  
  
   
  TABLE OF CONTENTS 
  1. Introduction to Web Authentication. 
  2. Fundamentals of Cryptography. 
  3. Authentication with Network Security. 
  4. Federated Authentication-I
  5. Federated Authentication-II
  6. Multifactor Authentication. 
  7. Advanced Trends in Authentication.   
  Appendix A: The Go Programming Language Reference.   
  Appendix B: The Flutter Application Framework.   
  Appendix C: TLS Certificate Creation. 	 
  Index.

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  HowExpert Guide to Moths - 101+...

  HowExpert, Jessica Dumas

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  HowExpert Guide to Moths written by Jessica Dumas is a guidebook that is packed with more than 101+ fun facts and tips to learn about moths. In this guidebook, you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about moths. In addition, this book will be an eye-opener as to how important they are and why they should be appreciated as much as the butterflies. 
  This guidebook has more about moths than an encyclopedia and is much easier to understand. It is not an official field guide normally used for identifying moths; however, you can use it along with your field guide for additional details that may not be in a field guide. You can use this book to teach children or anyone else interested in learning about moths. Some of the topics of this guidebook are as follows: 
  - Tips on who belongs to the Lepidoptera family 
  - Tips on distinguishing a moth from a butterfly 
  - Tips on how to identify different types of moths 
  - Moth life cycle and stages of metamorphosis 
  - Descriptions of body parts and their functions 
  - Learn why moths are attracted to lights 
  - Learn how to repel moths in your closets 
  - Learn why there’s a decline in moth population 
  - Learn important reasons why moths matter 
  - Learn how moths act as a gauge for the ecosystem 
  - Tips on things you can do to help save moths 
  - Tips on growing a moon garden for moths 
  - Tips on being a moth-er and going mothing 
  - Tips on science careers of studying moths 
  - Tips on educating children and others about moths 
  There are several more fascinating topics included that will be fun to explore. You will not find other resources that compile all the most interesting and educational information about moths in one organized source like this book. 
  About the Author 
  Jessica Dumas is a freelance writer who was inspired to write about butterflies and moths because of her love for them.

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  HowExpert Guide to Phlebotomy -...

  HowExpert, MacKenna Balsewicz

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  HowExpert Guide to Phlebotomy is a glimpse into the life of being a phlebotomist in a private clinic, hospital, or plasma plant. It includes an in-depth description of the types of patients we see, the equipment we use, and how to perform blood draws. The most important part of our profession is drawing blood by inflicting the least amount of pain possible for the patient. This means that you need to be educated on the procedures for specific tests such as a Heparin Quant Assay, a PTINR, and Lipid Panels. If you don’t know these tests, odds are they will need to be redrawn, and the patient will have to undergo an unnecessary procedure. This is a safety problem since every time we puncture the skin of a patient, we risk introducing infection into their bloodstream. This book will also teach you about the order of draw, descriptions of veins, descriptions of patients, and a multitude of different scenarios. If you are beginning a career or are interested in beginning a career in phlebotomy, this book will give you a good foundation of knowledge to build upon with tangible experience. 
  About the Author 
  MacKenna Balsewicz is a 20-year-old mother of one who has spent the last three years working as a phlebotomist at different professional facilities. She started her training at Biomat Plasma Center, where she gained the confidence and skill to draw blood and care for donors. After working at Biomat for 12 months, she transferred to Bryan Hospital to work in the laboratory department. She has fallen in love with performing phlebotomy in the hospital setting and now works at Nebraska Medicine, where she draws upwards of 60 people daily. Along with being a phlebotomist, she will be graduating from the University of Nebraska Lincoln in May of 2023 with her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. 
  HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts.

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