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  Database Management Systems for...

  Vincent Berry

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  "Database Management Systems for Beginners: From Foundations to Functional Applications" is the essential guide for anyone looking to grasp the fundamentals of database technology. Whether you're a student stepping into the world of databases, a business professional seeking to manage data more efficiently, or a curious individual eager to understand how database systems power the digital age, this book is your starting point. 
  Structured as a comprehensive introduction, this book takes you through the basics of databases and database management systems (DBMS), exploring both theory and practical applications. You'll begin with a clear definition of what databases are and why they are critical in today’s data-driven environment. From there, delve into various types of databases such as relational, NoSQL, and NewSQL, understanding their specific functions and when to use each. 
  As you progress, you will learn about the architecture and components of a DBMS and the critical role they play in effective data management. The book covers key topics such as SQL, data modeling, database design, and introduces the fundamentals of database security, administration, and maintenance. Practical, real-world examples and hands-on projects enhance your learning experience, providing you with the skills to design your own databases and even integrate them with web applications.

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  From Light to Darkness - How...

  Dirk Fallon

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  The universe, with its vast expanse of stars, planets, and cosmic matter, is a complex and ever-evolving structure. At the heart of this cosmic web lie galaxies, massive systems of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter that are bound together by gravity. Galaxies are not random collections of matter; they are highly organized systems that exhibit specific structures and behaviors. Understanding the formation and evolution of galaxies is central to our comprehension of the universe. 
  The earliest galaxies began forming shortly after the Big Bang, as matter began to coalesce under the influence of gravity. These early galaxies were small and irregular, lacking the well-defined shapes we see in present-day galaxies. Over time, galaxies merged and grew larger, eventually settling into the diverse forms we recognize today, such as spiral, elliptical, and irregular galaxies. The structures of these galaxies are shaped by a variety of factors, with gravity being the dominant force that governs their organization. 
  Light plays a crucial role in understanding galactic structures. The radiation emitted by stars, gas clouds, and other objects within a galaxy allows astronomers to study its composition, temperature, and movement. Observing the light emitted from these objects gives us insight into the processes occurring within a galaxy, including star formation, the dynamics of the galaxy's core, and the behavior of supermassive black holes. However, light alone does not reveal the full picture. There is another component of the universe that has a more subtle but profound effect on galactic structures—dark space.

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  Stress Nation - Escape the...

  Justin Hai

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  Stress Nation provides answers to the lingering questions many people have about why they constantly feel tired, lonely, anxious, disconnected, and unwell, explaining in both humorous and poignant prose how the technology that was supposed to make our lives easier is actually one of the leading causes of chronic stress, dysregulated cortisol, and dangerously inadequate sleep. Equal parts commentary and practical guide, this book offers solutions that empower listeners to manage their stress, improve their sleep, and implement scientifically supported methods to break the cycle of device addiction. 
   
  In this book, listeners will discover:How cortisol―the Master Hormone and your body's overworked alarm system―can become dangerously imbalanced, ruin your health, and leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed.How Silicon Valley went for your attention instead of your well-being—and how that's warped the way we sleep, date, parent, and even think.Practical ways to unplug, reconnect, and start living like a human again—not a device-controlled zombie. 
   
  Stress Nation is both your wake-up call and game plan that delivers on its promise of a clearer mind, healthier body, and better life.

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  Mathematical Biology - A Very...

  Philip K. Maini

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  Why are English Premier League football shirt patterns very similar to animal coat markings? And what do invasive species have in common with cancer cells in the body? Mathematical biology develops models which answer these questions, as they are applied to processes from the spread of a gene in a population, to predator-prey dynamics in an ecosystem, to the growth of tumors.In this Very Short Introduction Philip K. Maini describes the art of modeling, what it is, why we do it, and illustrates how the abstract way of thinking that is the essence of mathematics enables us to transfer knowledge from one area of research to another. Using numerous examples, he explains how the same fundamental ideas have been used in different fields, and shows how mathematics is the language of science. The author also points to cases in science where the traditional scientific modelling approach—verbal reasoning—is incorrect and shows how mathematics can uncover, and correct, such flawed reasoning while, at the same time, enhance our intuition. This book provides a guide to the trajectory of mathematical biology from a niche subject in the 1970s to a well-established, popular subject that is truly inter-disciplinary, and points to exciting future challenges.

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  The Universe's Hidden Blueprint...

  Dirk Fallon

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  The universe, a vast and ever-expanding expanse, has fascinated humanity for centuries. From the first glimmering stars to the complex galaxies that stretch across the sky, the cosmos has been a subject of study and wonder. The exploration of the universe is a journey that continues to reveal new insights into the nature of existence, the forces at play, and the structures that govern the cosmos. Understanding the universe's hidden blueprint, particularly the role of dark energy, is central to understanding how it operates on the largest scales. 
  The birth of the universe, often referred to as the Big Bang, marked the beginning of everything we observe today. This singularity was not just the origin of matter and energy, but also of the very fabric of space and time. As the universe expanded, it cooled, and matter began to form. Over billions of years, stars, galaxies, and other cosmic structures developed, with gravity playing a key role in shaping the distribution of matter. However, this gravitational pull, which typically brings things together, began to reveal an unexpected and mysterious aspect of the cosmos in the 20th century. 
  One of the most significant discoveries in modern cosmology was the realization that the universe’s expansion is accelerating. This observation shook the foundations of astrophysics, as scientists had long assumed that the universe's expansion would slow down due to gravitational forces. Instead, what they found was that galaxies were moving apart faster than ever, suggesting the presence of an unknown force. This force was later dubbed "dark energy," and it has become one of the most crucial elements in understanding the universe’s large-scale behavior.

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  Living the Technology Revolution...

  Martin K. Ettington

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  This isn't a book filled with dry timelines or technical blueprints of the digital revolution. Instead, it's a firsthand journey—my journey—through one of the most astonishing transformations in human history: the rise of personal computing and the dawn of the digital age. 
  I was born in November 1955, at a time when the word “computer” was barely whispered outside of military labs and universities. My earliest memories include a bulky black-and-white television with rabbit-ear antennas, broadcasting a single channel. That flickering screen was my first encounter with electronic media—a far cry from the high-definition, touch-responsive world we live in now. 
  Over the decades, my path as an engineer and software developer placed me squarely in the midst of this technological upheaval. I didn’t just watch the future arrive—I helped build it, one line of code and one innovation at a time. 
  This book is a personal time capsule—a chronicle of what it was really like to live through the shift from analog to digital, from typewriters to tablets, from rotary phones to the infinite power in our pockets today. If you're a younger reader curious about how we got here, or someone who remembers the glow of vacuum tubes and the clack of punch cards, I invite you to walk with me through the decades. 
  You may be surprised by how far we’ve come—and how much we’ve forgotten along the way. 
  Many of the chapters are identified with the years or periods of time where these changes occurred.

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