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  Australia on the Brink

  Ian Lowe

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  In 1996, the first independent national report on the state of Australia’s environment found that we faced serious problems. With increasing urgency, five subsequent reports declared those problems were all getting worse, each calling for immediate action to protect our future. The 2021 report determined that, ‘Overall, the state and trend of the environment of Australia are poor and deteriorating as a result of increasing pressures from climate change, habitat loss, invasive species, pollution and resource extraction,’ and warned of the dramatic impact on our health and living standards. It is now clearer than ever that the consequences of long-term inaction are upon us.Accelerating climate change and the loss of our unique biodiversity are the most obvious signs of the grim outlook for future generations of Australians. But the international trends are equally worrying, with quixotic economic systems casting doubt on the wisdom of running down our domestic production of essential goods and services in favour of a dependence on trade. It is no exaggeration to conclude that Australian society itself is at risk.In Australia on the Brink, Ian Lowe argues that the essential first steps in addressing these threats are stabilising the global climate and protecting our local biota. We must also change the emphasis of resource extraction from a damaging reliance on trade to improving our capacity to meet our own needs. This is our best – perhaps our only – chance of restoring a sense of social stability, and the equality of opportunity that was once a hallmark of this country.

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  The Service Desk Handbook – A...

  Sanjay Nair

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  An IT service desk is the first point of contact between users and an IT organisation. A service desk is a one-stop destination for enquiries, requests and reporting issues, ensuring continuing use of IT services without disruption. They have become intrinsic in modern organisations.
  A service desk makes prioritising and responding to customer enquiries much more efficient, saving time and money. More and more organisations are understanding that customer satisfaction is key to developing their business.
  The Service Desk Handbook - A guide to service desk implementation, management and support provides operational guidance for implementing, managing and supporting service desks in the enterprise. It will help service desk teams in adopting ITIL® to accomplish their tasks while making the necessary adaptations as per their organisation's needs.
  Suitable for service desk agents, supervisors and managers, as well as project managers and senior management looking to revise processes, this book will help readers get a service desk unit off the ground and act as a key reference guide once the service desk has been implemented.
  Topics covered include:
  • Planning for a service desk;
  • Telephony and tooling;
  • The service desk team;
  • Documentation;
  • Performance measures; and
  • Technology considerations – artificial intelligence and platforms and tools.

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  Ultimate Google Professional...

  Shounak Acharya

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  Architect Google Cloud Solutions That Go Beyond Certification
  Key Features? Master core GCP services, including Compute, Storage, and Networking.? Apply GCP design patterns to real-world enterprise architecture.? Prepare with exam-focused guidance, diagrams, and case scenarios.
  Book Description
  In today’s cloud-first world, the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification stands as one of the most respected credentials in enterprise IT. Ultimate Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification Guide is your companion to achieving that goal.
  This book goes far beyond exam preparation. It is a hands-on, real-world companion that walks you through every architectural decision-making point you will face on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will begin with the building blocks, such as Compute Engine, Autoscaling, Load Balancing, and Storage. From there, you will navigate through advanced networking, managed services like App Engine, and orchestration, using Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).
  Table of Contents
  1. GCP Compute Engine
  2. Autoscaling and Load Balancing
  3. GCP Storage Infrastructure (Block, File, and Object)
  4. GCP Networking
  5. Introduction to Managed Services on GCP and App Engine
  6. Google Kubernetes Engine
  7. Serverless Google Run Functions and Google Cloud Run
  8. Introduction to Asynchronous Communication in GCP
  9. Databases in GCP Overview
  10. Relational, NoSQL, and Caching Databases
  11. Authentication with Google Cloud IAM
  12. Exploring IAM, Project Organization, and Encryption
  13. Exploring Data Warehousing and Data Lifecycle on GCP
  14. Google Cloud Operations Suite
  15. Agile, DevOps, SRE, SDLC, and Other Important GCP Topics       
  
  Index

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  Can Medicine be Cured?

  Seamus O'Mahony

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  A fierce, honest, elegant and often hilarious debunking of the great fallacies that drive modern medicine. 
  Seamus O'Mahony writes about the illusion of progress, the notion that more and more diseases can be 'conquered' ad infinitum. He punctures the idiocy of consumerism, the idea that healthcare can be endlessly adapted to the wishes of individuals. He excoriates the claims of Big Science, the spending of vast sums on research follies like the Human Genome Project. And he highlights one of the most dangerous errors of industrialized medicine: an over-reliance on metrics, and a neglect of things that can't easily be measured, like compassion. 
  'A deeply fascinating and rousing book' MAIL ON SUNDAY 
  'What makes this book a delightful, if unsettling read, is not just O'Mahony's scholarly and witty prose, but also his brutal honesty' THE TIMES

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  The Economics of Urban...

  Lyric Vale

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  Urban transportation plays a pivotal role in shaping the economic, social, and environmental landscapes of cities. As populations grow and urban areas expand, the movement of people and goods becomes increasingly critical to maintaining economic vitality and quality of life. Urban transportation economics is the study of the costs and benefits associated with transportation systems, focusing on the ways in which these systems contribute to or detract from urban development. 
  At its core, urban transportation economics examines the interplay between infrastructure investments, operational costs, and the benefits derived from mobility and accessibility. Transportation systems enable individuals to commute to work, access essential services, and engage in social activities, while also facilitating the movement of goods that support local businesses and global trade. However, these benefits often come with significant costs, including financial expenses, environmental impacts, and social inequalities. Understanding this balance is crucial for policymakers, urban planners, and stakeholders who aim to design systems that maximize positive outcomes while minimizing negative externalities. 
  One of the key challenges in urban transportation economics is addressing the concept of externalities. Transportation systems often generate unintended consequences, such as traffic congestion, air pollution, and noise, which affect the broader community. These externalities can lead to market failures, where the true costs of transportation are not fully reflected in the prices users pay. Conversely, transportation systems can also produce positive externalities, such as increased economic activity and improved social cohesion, which are not always adequately valued. Striking a balance between these opposing forces is an essential component of transportation planning and policy.

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  Magic Data - Harnessing the...

  Chuck Sherman

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  Are you ready to dive deep into the world of data structures and algorithms? Whether you're a novice programmer or an experienced developer, "Magic Data: Harnessing the Power of Algorithms and Structures" is your roadmap to mastering the essential building blocks of computer science. 
  In this comprehensive book, you'll embark on a journey that demystifies the intricate realm of data structures and algorithms. Starting with the basics, you'll grasp fundamental concepts such as time and space complexity, Big O notation, and algorithmic analysis. From there, you'll explore a diverse array of topics, ranging from classic data structures like arrays, linked lists, and trees to advanced techniques like dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, and more. 
  Whether you're preparing for coding interviews, looking to enhance your problem-solving abilities, or aiming to create efficient and optimized code, "Magic Data: Harnessing the Power of Algorithms and Structures" equips you with the knowledge and tools you need to excel in the dynamic world of computer science. 
  Don't just write code—craft elegant solutions. Uncover the secrets of algorithms and data structures, and embark on a transformative journey toward becoming a master problem solver. This book is your ultimate companion in the realm of efficient computation and intelligent design.

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