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HackNotes Web Security Portable Reference describes the hacks and vulnerabilities threatening today's Web applications, then provides the defenses necessary to counteract and destroy threats of all manner. Determine whether a vulnerability exists, then attack and overcome application weaknesses through a series of tested and trusted...

Do you relish viewing and identifying celestial objects? Whether you're a first timer or an advanced hobbyist, you will find Astronomy Hacks makes a brilliant cosmic companion. Why use the traditional approach in admiring and studying the stars when you can turn computers, handheld devices, and...

Although not well known, Microsoft Windows has the best security of any popular operating system in the world today. What Windows has is poor default security. There are specific steps any professional can take to significantly increase the security of Microsoft Windows. Unfortunately, most books and the news media keep reinforcing the failed,...

Since we released the last edition of this bestselling book, Google has added many new features and services to its expanding...

HackNotes Network Security Portable Reference gives you step-by-step details of intrusion tactics, tools, and actual techniques being used by hackers and criminals today to break into computer networks. Understand how the attacks work, then learn how to assess and strengthen your systems through a series of tested and trusted...

Great vacation photos—too bad you can't remember where you took them. And wouldn't it have been terrific to find a pizza joint when you bumped into your college buddy in that little ski town? Well, by making Google Maps and Google Earth do your bidding, you can find out not only where...

"To catch a thief, think like a thief." Here’s the guide that will help you do just that! It shows you how to become a "white hat...