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  Facing America's Greatest Enemy

  Rich Germaine

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  "Facing America's Greatest Enemy" by Rich Germaine delves into the pervasive issue of apathy within American society, exploring its historical roots, psychological underpinnings, and extensive impact on various facets of life. The book opens with a compelling introduction that frames apathy and indifference as a silent yet formidable adversary threatening the foundations of democracy and societal progress. Germaine traces the emergence of apathy from post-revolutionary disinterest to contemporary political indifference, emphasizing how crises and prosperity alike have fostered disengagement. 
  Germaine provides historical examples, such as the rise of Nazi Germany and the low voter participation in recent U.S. elections, to underscore the dire consequences of public disengagement. 
  In the digital age, the paradox of connectivity is examined, where social media's potential to mobilize is countered by the overwhelming influx of information, leading to 'slacktivism'—a superficial form of engagement. The manuscript also addresses the role of education in combating apathy, advocating for curricula that foster critical thinking, empathy, and active citizenship. 
  Parental apathy is explored as a significant factor in children's moral and educational development, highlighting the need for active parental involvement despite modern challenges. The author also incorporates a biblical worldview, urging Christians to act against apathy through faith-driven engagement and community building. 
  Concluding with actionable steps, calling for a collective commitment to rekindle civic engagement and counter the inertia threatening American self-government. This comprehensive exploration offers a roadmap for individuals and communities to overcome apathy and foster a more involved, empathic, and active society.

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  Making of a Nation The: The...

  Charles Foster Kent

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  Charles Foster Kent was one of the premier scholars in Jewish Studies at the turn of the century.  He was particularly well-known for his comparisons of early Christianity to its Jewish roots.  He also wrote several distinguished histories of Israel, the Jewish people, Torah studies, and the development of oral Torah.  (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)

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  Ultimate Linux Network Security...

  Adarsh Kant

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  "Level Up Your Security Skills with Linux Expertise!"
  Key Features
  - Comprehensive exploration of Linux network security and advanced techniques to defend against evolving cyber threats.
  - Hands-on exercises to reinforce your understanding and gain practical experience in implementing cybersecurity strategies.
  - Gain valuable insights from industry best practices to effectively address emerging threats and protect your organization's digital assets within the evolving landscape of Linux network security.
  Book Description
  TheUltimate Linux Network Security for Enterprisesis your essential companion to mastering advanced cybersecurity techniques tailored for Linux systems.
  The book provides a comprehensive exploration of Linux network security, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to defend against evolving cyber threats. Through hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and industry best practices, this book empowers you to fortify your organization’s networks with confidence. Discover practical insights and techniques that transcend theoretical knowledge, enabling you to apply effective cybersecurity strategies in your job role.
  From understanding fundamental concepts to implementing robust security measures, each chapter provides invaluable insights into securing Linux-based networks. Whether you are tasked with conducting vulnerability assessments, designing incident response plans, or implementing intrusion detection systems, this book equips you with the tools and expertise to excel in your cybersecurity endeavors. By the end of this book, you will gain the expertise needed to stay ahead of emerging threats and safeguard your organization’s digital assets.
  What you will learn
  - Perform thorough vulnerability assessments on Linux networks to pinpoint network weaknesses.
  - Develop and deploy resilient security incident response plans.
  - Configure and oversee sophisticated firewall and packet filtering rules.
  - Employ cryptography techniques to ensure secure data transmission and storage.
  - Implement efficient Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
  - Enforce industry-leading best practices to bolster Linux network security defenses.
  Table of Contents
  1. Exploring Linux Network Security Fundamentals
  2. Creating a Secure Lab Environment
  3. Access Control Mechanism in Linux
  4. Implementing Firewalls And Packet Filtering
  5. Mastering Cryptography for Network Security
  6. Intrusion Detection System and Intrusion Prevention System
  7. Conducting Vulnerability Assessment with Linux
  8. Creating Effective Disaster Recovery Strategies
  9. Robust Security Incident Response Plan
  10. Best Practices for Linux Network Security ProfessionalsIndex

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  Singularity Rising - Surviving...

  James D. Miller

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  In Ray Kurzweil's New York Times bestseller The Singularity is Near, the futurist and entrepreneur describes the Singularity, a likely future utterly different than anything we can imagine. The Singularity is triggered by the tremendous growth of human and computing intelligence that is an almost inevitable outcome of Moore's Law. Since the book's publication, the coming of the Singularity is now eagerly anticipated by many of the leading thinkers in Silicon Valley, from PayPal mastermind Peter Thiel to Google co-founder Larry Page. The formation of the Singularity University, and the huge popularity of the Singularity website kurzweilai.com, speak to the importance of this intellectual movement. 
  But what about the average person? How will the Singularity affect our daily lives—our jobs, our families, and our wealth? 
  Singularity Rising: Surviving and Thriving in a Smarter, Richer, and More Dangerous World focuses on the implications of a future society faced with an abundance of human and artificial intelligence. James D. Miller, an economics professor and popular speaker on the Singularity, reveals how natural selection has been increasing human intelligence over the past few thousand years and speculates on how intelligence enhancements will shape civilization over the next forty years. 
  Miller considers several possible scenarios in this coming singularity: A merger of man and machine making society fantastically wealthy and nearly immortal Competition with billions of cheap AIs drive human wages to almost nothing while making investors rich Businesses rethink investment decisions to take into account an expected future period of intense creative destruction Inequality drops worldwide as technologies mitigate the cognitive cost of living in impoverished environments Drugs designed to fight Alzheimer's disease and keep soldiers alert on battlefields have the fortunate side effect of increasing all of their users' IQs, which, in turn, adds a percentage points to worldwide economic growth  
  Singularity Rising offers predictions about the economic implications for a future of widely expanding intelligence and practical career and investment advice on flourishing on the way to the Singularity.

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  First Wilderness - My Quest in...

  Sam Keith

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  After serving as a US Marine during World War II and attending college on the GI Bill, Sam Keith decided to seek adventure in Alaska as a laborer on the Adak Navy base. There he befriended Dick Proenneke, whose shared love of the outdoors, hard work, and self-reliance quickly bonded an alliance between the two. Together they explored the wilds of South Central Alaska, while working on the Navy base, hunting and fishing with friends and breathing in the great outdoors. Keith was ready to leave after three years of finding almost everything he sought—not realizing then how his fate was intrinsically tied to his friend's and how it would lead to writing the bestselling book One Man's Wilderness. 
   
   
   
  Sam Keith passed away in 2003. But in 2013, his son-in-law and children's book author/illustrator Brian Lies discovered in an archive box in their garage a book manuscript, originally written in 1974 after the publication of One Man's Wilderness. First Wilderness is the story of Keith's own experiences, at times harrowing, funny, and fascinating. Along with the original manuscript are excerpts from his journals, letters, and notebooks, woven in to create a compelling and poignant memoir of search and discovery. Foreword by Nick Jans, one of Alaska's foremost authors and photographers, and afterword by Keith's daughter Laurel Lies.

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  International Space Station The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Much has been written about the Space Race, which is still taught across America today, but the story of human space exploration is mostly one of cooperation. Even in the summer of 1969, the Soviets had given the United States the flight plan for its Luna 15 mission, allowing Apollo 11 to avoid it.  
  	That was the first of many examples of cooperation in space between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, and ultimately, their research and cooperation helped lead to the construction of the International Space Station (ISS), a large space station assembled in Earth’s orbit that represents the most ambitious international space project in history.  
  	Thanks to the various components that have been put together, the International Space Station is bigger and brighter than all other artificial satellites. With relatively low power magnification, people can see the solar panels radiating outward from the numerous international modules which make up the ISS. The reality of that platform, at the edge of the ocean of space, is pretty astounding when looked at from the perspective of history. Only 120 years ago, mankind did not know if it was possible to fly in a heavier-than-air vehicle. Constructed with over 30 different modules and pieces that were carried into orbit by dozens of different launches, the ISS is already over 150 feet long, 300 feet wide and 60 feet tall. Astronauts from 10 nations have spent time on the space station as long-term crew. 
  	In addition, the International Space Station can truly be held as a sign that the Space Age is maturing quite nicely, at least on a social and personal level. A total of 34 women have visited the space station, eight tourists have paid for the privilege of taking the trip to the station, and there have been many who have made multiple trips to the ISS.

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