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  Hacking and Network Protocols

  James Ferry

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  "Hacking and Network Protocols: Strategies for Protection and Penetration in Networking" is an essential guide that bridges the gap between network defense and offensive tactics, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles that drive both protection and penetration in modern networks. 
  This book dives deep into the architecture of network protocols, uncovering the mechanics that govern their operation and how they can be both a target for hackers and a line of defense for network administrators. Readers will learn about the various types of attacks that can be carried out against network protocols, from man-in-the-middle attacks to denial of service (DoS) disruptions, and how such vulnerabilities can be exploited by malicious actors. 
  But more than just understanding attacks, this book focuses heavily on defense mechanisms. It outlines strategic approaches to securing networks, from deploying advanced encryption practices to setting up comprehensive intrusion detection systems. Each chapter presents real-world scenarios and case studies, allowing readers to explore the consequences of both weak and robust network defenses. 
  Expert interviews and commentary provide insights into the evolving landscape of network security, offering foresight into future challenges and the technologies being developed to counter them. Whether you are a cybersecurity professional aiming to enhance your tactical skills or a network administrator seeking to fortify your infrastructure, "Hacking and Network Protocols" offers the knowledge and strategies needed to understand and manipulate the framework of network security effectively. 
   

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  Machine Learning Interviews -...

  Susan Shu Chang

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  As tech products become more prevalent today, the demand for machine learning professionals continues to grow. But the responsibilities and skill sets required of ML professionals still vary drastically from company to company, making the interview process difficult to predict. In this guide, data science leader Susan Shu Chang shows you how to tackle the ML hiring process. 
   
   
   
  Having served as principal data scientist in several companies, Chang has considerable experience as both ML interviewer and interviewee. She'll take you through the highly selective recruitment process by sharing hard-won lessons she learned along the way. You'll quickly understand how to successfully navigate your way through typical ML interviews. 
   
   
   
  This guide shows you how to: explore various machine learning roles, including ML engineer, applied scientist, and data scientist; assess your interests and skills before deciding which ML role(s) to pursue; evaluate your current skills and close any gaps that may prevent you from succeeding in the interview process; acquire the skill set necessary for each machine learning role; ace ML interview topics, including coding assessments, statistics and machine learning theory, and behavioral questions; and prepare for interviews in statistics and machine learning theory by studying common interview questions.

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  On the Origin of Species

  Charles Darwin

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  A groundbreaking work that transformed the way we understand life on Earth.
  
  On the Origin of Species is the landmark scientific book by Charles Darwin that introduced the theory of evolution through natural selection.
  
  In this influential work, Darwin explains how species change over generations through variation, adaptation, and the struggle for survival. Drawing from extensive observations of plants, animals, and natural environments, he presents a revolutionary explanation for the diversity of life.
  
  With careful reasoning and detailed scientific observations, the book explores the relationships between species, inheritance, adaptation, and the processes that shape the natural world.
  
  A foundational text in biology and one of the most important scientific works ever written, On the Origin of Species continues to influence research, education, and our understanding of life's history.

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  Thoughtful Cinema - Illustrating...

  Thomas E. Wartenberg

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  Anyone who has seen a film and then followed up with a cup of coffee or glass of wine as they discuss it with friends knows that films can inspire thoughtful conversation and further reflection—sometimes long after their initial screening. Thoughtful Cinema explores how films raise and suggest answers to philosophical questions through an in–depth analysis of how seven films engage with various philosophical traditions, ranging from the nineteenth–century German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche to the twentieth and twenty–first century American philosopher Judith Jarvis Thomson.Films can do philosophy, this audiobook argues, as a result of their ability to illustrate philosophical claims and theories. However, the films discussed in this audiobook do much more than that: they also supplement the philosophies they illustrate by expanding their claims and criticizing their assumptions. Films, therefore, can make their own independent contributions to philosophical theory. Thoughtful Cinema tells how films grapple with philosophical ideas such as personal identity, the banality of evil, authenticity, euthanasia, third–party killing, and the power of attention. This audiobook makes an important contribution to the debate about cinematic philosophy that has engaged both philosophers of film and film theorists for decades, and it also proves that philosophy is not just a narrow specialty, accessible only to trained practitioners. Films that do philosophy address the essential concerns of human life, and it's this characteristic—their philosophical attention—that makes them appeal to a wide audience.

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  Code Work - Hacking across the...

  Héctor Beltrán

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  How Mexican and Latinx hackers apply concepts from coding to their lived experiences 
   
   
   
  In Code Work, Héctor Beltrán examines Mexican and Latinx coders' personal strategies of self-making as they navigate a transnational economy of tech work. Beltrán shows how these hackers apply concepts from the code worlds to their lived experiences, deploying batches, loose coupling, iterative processing (looping), hacking, prototyping, and full-stack development in their daily social interactions—at home, in the workplace, on the dating scene, and in their understanding of the economy, culture, and geopolitics. Merging ethnographic analysis with systems thinking, he draws on his eight years of research in México and the United States—during which he participated in and observed hackathons, hacker schools, and tech entrepreneurship conferences—to unpack the conundrums faced by workers in a tech economy that stretches from villages in rural México to Silicon Valley. 
   
   
   
  Beltrán's highly original, wide-ranging analysis uniquely connects technology studies, the anthropology of capitalism, and Latinx and Latin American studies.

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  Sustainability in Software...

  Steve Abrams

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  In "Sustainability in Software Engineering: Harnessing Eco-Efficient Techniques for Modern Development," readers are invited into the evolving world of sustainable software practices where innovation meets environmental responsibility. This book equips software engineers, tech leaders, and sustainability advocates with the essential knowledge and tools needed to integrate eco-efficiency into every stage of software development. 
  From foundational concepts and principles of sustainability to advanced techniques and strategies, the book provides a thorough exploration of how software engineering can contribute positively to the environment. Readers will discover how to optimize code for energy efficiency, select the right tools and technologies that reduce environmental impact, and implement green algorithms and architectures that promote sustainability. 
  Each chapter is enriched with real-world case studies, practical examples, and actionable insights that illuminate the path toward more sustainable software practices. Metrics and measurement tools are discussed in detail, providing readers with the means to assess their progress and impact. 
  "Sustainability in Software Engineering" is more than just a guide—it's a call to action for software professionals to lead the charge in creating a more sustainable future through thoughtful, responsible, and innovative engineering practices. Whether you're a developer, a project manager, or a CTO, this book will inspire and challenge you to make sustainability a core part of your professional projects and products. 
   

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