Other books that might interest you

• 

  The Shocking Truth about Digital...

  Zoey Fraisers

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  In today’s hyper-connected world, privacy is often taken for granted—or worse, dismissed as an outdated concern. We live in an era where our personal data is treated as currency, constantly collected, analyzed, and monetized by corporations, governments, and cybercriminals alike. Every search query, online purchase, and social media interaction contributes to a vast digital profile that shapes how businesses market to us, how financial institutions assess us, and even how law enforcement monitors us. But how much do we really understand about who is collecting our data and for what purpose?  
    
  Most people assume that their digital activities are relatively private—secured by passwords, encryption, and privacy settings. Yet, the reality is far more unsettling. Companies track our browsing habits even when we’re in “incognito” mode, apps request permissions far beyond what’s necessary, and smart devices listen in on conversations, all in the name of “improving user experience.” Governments worldwide deploy mass surveillance programs under the justification of national security, while hackers exploit weak security measures to access personal and financial information. Even when we willingly share details about our lives, such as through social media, we rarely consider the long-term consequences of this exposure.  
    
  Perhaps the most alarming aspect of digital privacy erosion is how seamlessly it has integrated into our daily lives. From social media giants like Facebook and TikTok to search engines like Google, nearly every digital service we rely on operates under a business model that thrives on harvesting user data. The more these companies know about us—our habits, preferences, and even emotions—the better they can predict and manipulate our behavior. This is the foundation of surveillance capitalism, an industry built on turning our personal lives into profit. 

  Show book

• 

  Cosmic Shadows - Where Light...

  Dirk Fallon

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  This bundle of 3 books unearths the secrets of a universe filled with eerie beauty and haunting silence. In Celestial Ghosts, we explore the faded footprints of stars that once blazed with brilliance—now reduced to nebulae, pulsars, and haunting remnants drifting in space. These ghostly traces whisper the stories of cosmic cycles and stellar endings. 
  In Stars and the Shadow Realm, we travel into the in-between—the borderlands where light dims and the shadow realm emerges. Black holes, dense star clusters, and interstellar dust clouds hide wonders we’re only beginning to detect. This section uncovers how even darkness can reveal profound cosmic truths when seen through infrared eyes and gravity’s pull. 
  Finally, Starlight and Shadows brings balance to the cosmos, revealing how light and dark constantly dance. From lunar eclipses to dark matter halos, the contrasts between brilliance and blackness shape the very structure of galaxies.

  Show book

• 

  Introduction to Quantum...

  Mark Hedges

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Quantum mechanics arose in the early 20th century to explain phenomena that classical physics could not. Observations at the atomic scale revealed that matter and energy exhibit discrete and probabilistic behaviors, leading to the development of a new theoretical framework. The necessity for quantum mechanics became evident through several key experiments and discoveries. 
  One of the earliest quantum breakthroughs came from Max Planck’s study of blackbody radiation. Classical physics predicted an infinite energy output at short wavelengths, known as the ultraviolet catastrophe. Planck resolved this by proposing that energy is emitted in discrete packets called quanta, introducing the idea that energy levels are not continuous. This marked the birth of quantum theory. 
  Albert Einstein extended this concept with his explanation of the photoelectric effect, where light ejects electrons from a metal surface. Classical wave theory could not explain why light below a certain frequency fails to release electrons, regardless of intensity. Einstein proposed that light consists of photons, with energy proportional to their frequency. This established the particle-like nature of light and won him the Nobel Prize in 1921. 
  Louis de Broglie later proposed wave-particle duality, suggesting that particles like electrons also behave as waves. His hypothesis was experimentally confirmed by the Davisson-Germer experiment, which demonstrated electron diffraction. This showed that matter exhibits both wave and particle properties, depending on how it is measured.

  Show book

• 

  The Kaggle Book - Data analysis...

  Konrad Banachewicz, Luca...

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Millions of data enthusiasts from around the world compete on Kaggle, the most famous data science competition platform of them all. Participating in Kaggle competitions is a surefire way to improve your data analysis skills, network with an amazing community of data scientists, and gain valuable experience to help grow your career.  
  The first audiobook of its kind, The Kaggle Book assembles in one place the techniques and skills you'll need for success in competitions, data science projects, and beyond. Two Kaggle Grandmasters walk you through modeling strategies you won't easily find elsewhere, and the knowledge they've accumulated along the way. As well as Kaggle-specific tips, you'll learn more general techniques for approaching tasks based on image, tabular, textual data, and reinforcement learning. You'll design better validation schemes and work more comfortably with different evaluation metrics.  
  Whether you want to climb the ranks of Kaggle, build some more data science skills, or improve the accuracy of your existing models, this audiobook is for you.

  Show book

• 

  Fifty Percent of Mountaineering...

  Susanna Pfisterer

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Winner of the Alberta Readers' Choice Award! 
   
  Fifty Percent of Mountaineering Is Uphill is the enthralling true story of Jasper's Willi Pfisterer, a legend in the field of mountaineering and safety in the Rocky Mountains. For more than thirty years, Willi was an integral part of Jasper's alpine landscape, guiding climbers up to the highest peaks, and rescuing them from perilous situations. 
   
  Originally from Austria, this mountain man came to Canada in the 1950s to assail the Rockies, and stayed to become an integral part of mountain safety in Western Canada and the Yukon. His daughter, Susanna Pfisterer, has shaped his stories and lectures as an engaging and educational adventure story. Accompanied by the humorous wisdom of the "Sidehillgouger," listeners will traverse an historical and spectacular terrain.

  Show book

• 

  Big Data for Beginners - An...

  Brian Murray

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  "Big Data for Beginners" is a comprehensive introduction to the world of big data and its various components. In this book, you will learn about the processes involved in collecting, storing, cleaning, and preprocessing large amounts of data. 
  With the rise of the digital age, companies and organizations have access to more data than ever before. However, this data is often unstructured and messy, making it difficult to analyze and draw meaningful insights from it. This is where the process of data cleaning and preprocessing comes in. 
  This book will guide you through the different tools and techniques used to clean and preprocess data, making it easier to analyze and draw insights from. You will also learn about the different types of data storage and the various technologies used to manage large datasets. 
  Whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience working with data, "Big Data for Beginners" is an essential guide to understanding the world of big data and its applications. With clear explanations and practical examples, this book will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the exciting and ever-changing world of big data. 
   

  Show book