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Pairing-Based Cryptography Pairing 2008: Second International Conference, Egham, UK, September 1-3, 2008, Proceedings (Lecture Notes in Computer Science)

Springer, 2008

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the Second International Conference on Pairing-Based Cryptography, Pairing 2008, held in London, UK, in September 2008.

The 20 full papers, presented together with the contributions resulting from 3 invited talks, were carefully reviewed and selected from 50 submissions. The contents...

Art of Computer Programming, The, Volumes 1-3 Boxed Set (The Art of Computer Programming Series)

Addison Wesley, 1998

This multivolume work is widely recognized as the definitive description of classical computer science. The first three volumes have for decades been an invaluable resource in programming theory and practice for students, researchers, and practitioners alike.

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The Golden Ratio: The Story of Phi, the World's Most Astonishing Number

Broadway, 2002

Throughout history, thinkers from mathematicians to theologians have pondered the mysterious relationship between numbers and the nature of reality. In this fascinating book, Mario Livio tells the tale of a number at the heart of that mystery: phi, or 1.6180339887...This curious mathematical relationship, widely known as "The Golden...

Biology of the Arterial Wall (Basic Science for the Cardiologist)

Springer, 1999

`... a timely, complete and useful review of the arterial wall in states of health and disease. This is the first book that I am aware of that covers recent advances in such a thorough manner under a single cover. Although the editors have aimed it at clinicians and researchers, it will be more valuable to the...

Soft Computing and Intelligent Systems Design: Theory, Tools and Applications

Addison Wesley, 2004

This book covers the problem of control and intelligent systems design using soft-computing techniques in an integrated manner. It presents both theory and applications, including industrial applications, and contains numerous worked examples, problems and case studies. The book covers the state-of-the-art in soft-computing techniques, giving the...

Affect and Emotion in Human-Computer Interaction: From Theory to Applications (Lecture Notes in Computer Science)

Springer, 2008

Affect and emotion play an important role in our everyday lives: They are present whatever we do, wherever we are, and wherever we go, without us being aware of them for much of the time. When it comes to interaction, be it with humans, technology, or humans via technology, we suddenly become more aware of emotion, either by seeing the...

Web 2.0: The Business Model

Springer, 2008

Web 2.0 is one of the most prominent business models for information systems available today. It brings together technology and social networks, and the interactivity that creates business value.

Web 2.0: The Business Model, an edited volume, is the first reference that integrates the business implications of Web 2.0/3.0, along...

The Economics of Open Source Software Development

Elsevier Limited, 2006

Open Source Software (OSS) development appears to present a stark contrast to traditional production and innovation methods and an unlikely contestant in the marketplace. Some of the most striking features are that OSS development is based on contributions of volunteer programmers, that these programmers only associated with each other through...

Automatic Fingerprint Recognition Systems

Springer, 2003

Advances in automatic fingerprint recognition are driven by improved fingerprint sensing and advancements in areas such as computer architecture, pattern recognition, image processing, and computer vision. In addition to the new developments in science and technology, several recent social and political events have increased the level of interest...

Beginning Flash Game Programming For Dummies

For Dummies, 2005

You can start game programming in a flash

Here's how to create five different cool games — no experience necessary!

Ever think you could come up with a better computer game? Then this book is for you! No boring programming theory here, just the stuff you need to know to actually make something happen, and all in...

Chemical Analysis of Firearms, Ammunition, and Gunshot Residue

CRC Press, 2008

There are numerous detailed books on firearms available for enthusiasts, the vast majority of the books concentrating on the physical aspects of firearms. Very little has been published on the chemical aspects of firearms and ammunition and what has been published is sparse and fragmented in the literature. One of the reasons for this is that...

Combustion Processes in Propulsion: Control, Noise, and Pulse Detonation

Butterworth-Heinemann, 2005

"This collection represents the current state-of-the-art in combustion research for air-breathing chemical propulsion. Nearly an equal mix of computational and experimental results are presented from the major players in Pulse Detonation Engines research, providing the reader with a thorough overview of the contemporary technical issues...

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