Service-Oriented Computing


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This comprehensive text explains the principles and practice of Web services and relates all concepts to practical examples and emerging standards. Its discussions include: Ontologies Semantic web technologies Peer-to-peer service discovery Service selection Web structure and link analysis Distributed transactions Process modelling Consistency management. The application of these technologies is clearly explained within the context of planning, negotiation, contracts, compliance, privacy, and network policies. The presentation of the intellectual underpinnings of Web services draws from several key disciplines such as databases, distributed computing, artificial intelligence, and multi-agent systems for techniques and formalisms. Ideas from these disciplines are united in the context of Web services and service-based applications. Featuring an accompanying website and teacher’s manual that includes a complete set of transparencies for lectures, copies of open-source software for exercises and working implementations, and resources to conduct course projects, this book makes an excellent graduate textbook. It will also prove an invaluable reference and training tool for practitioners.




101 Ways to Save the Earth


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TV conservationist David Bellamy brings you facts on how to live an ecologically-sound life and conserve the planet! New edition using recycled paper and a brown card cover.




Public Relations


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"Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics," Study Edition 7/e Dennis L. Wilcox, San Jose State University Glen T. Cameron, Missouri School of Journalism Phillip H. Ault, South Bend Tribune Warren K. Agee, University of Georgia Containing the same engaging and effective features that have made "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics" such a success, the Study Edition offers an additional bonus: perforated Practice Tests at no extra cost to students. Because the answers to the practice tests are not included in the Study Edition, instructors can use the tests as quizzes or as extra homework. If instructors prefer to give students the option of checking their own results, they can package the Study Edition with our Practice Test Solutions Manual for FREE. Also included FREE with this option is our Tutor Center Access Card to provide students with extra study support from our qualified Tutor Center professionals by phone, fax, email, and the Internet. With either ordering option, students get a valuable and effective study system not found in other books! Using real-life case studies, "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics" helps students better understand the basic concepts, strategies, and tactics practiced in public relations today. The text presents an engaging and comprehensive overview of the principles, concepts, and methods of public relations. Special Features of the Study Edition Practice Tests at the end of the book-- over 20 multiple choice questions per chapter-- give students the chance to gauge their knowledge about the material in the text and to prepare for exams. These test questions are a fresh source of study and testingmaterial. Practice Tests are on perforated paper, so students can tear them out and hand them in to instructors-- perfect for students whose instructors use the practice tests as actual tests or assignments that are submitted for a grade. Access to the "Tutor Center" is included FREE with the Practice Test Solutions Manual when instructors order the valuepack option. After activating the access card, students can fax, call, or email our qualified professionals for live advice and tutoring on subjects covered in the text.







Differential Models


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Differential equations are often used in mathematical models for technological processes or devices. However, the design of a differential mathematical model iscrucial anddifficult in engineering. As a hands-on approach to learn how to pose a differential mathematical modelthe authors have selected 9 examples with important practical application and treat them as following:- Problem-setting and physical model formulation- Designing the differential mathematical model- Integration of the differential equations- Visualization of results Each step of the development ofa differential model isenriched by respective Mathcad 11commands, todays necessary linkage of engineering significance and high computing complexity. TOC:Differential Mathematical Models.- Integrable Differential Equations.- Dynamic Model of the System with Heat Engineering.- Stiff Differential Equations.- Heat Transfer near the Critical Point.- The Faulkner- Skan Equation of Boundary Layer.- The Rayleigh Equation: Hydronamic Instability.- Kinematic Waves of Concentration in Ion- Exchange Filters.- Kinematic Shock Waves.- Numerical Modelling of the CPU-board Temperature Field.- Temperature Waves.




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Clearly explains the basic concepts, strategies, and tactics of today's public relations practice Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics uses real-world case studies and examples to explain the basic concepts and theory behind modern public relations practice. This comprehensive text is grounded in scholarship and includes references to landmark studies and time-honored public relations techniques. The writing is geared to undergraduates, and many colorful charts and photos are used to enhance major concepts. MySearchLab is a part of the Wilcox/Cameron/Reber program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students understand critical thinking in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app. ALERT: Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that youselect the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition,you may need a CourseID, provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products. Packages Access codes for Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products may not be included when purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson; check with the seller before completing your purchase. Used or rental books If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code. Access codes Access codes that are purchased from sellers other than Pearson carry a higher risk of being either the wrong ISBN or a previously redeemed code. Check with the seller prior to purchase. --







Public Relations


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Designed to give your students the extra support they need to succeed in your classroom, our Study Edition of Wilcox's "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics "offers perforated chapter practice tests at the end of the textbook that can be used as a study tool for students or as homework. Containing the same engaging and effective features that have made "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics" such a success, the Study Edition offers an additional bonus: perforated chapter quizzes. Because the answers to the practice tests are not included in the Study Edition, instructors can use the tests as quizzes or as extra homework. Instructors can download the answer key and share it with students as they see fit. Comprehensive and current, "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics, Ninth Edition" helps students better understand the basic concepts, strategies, and tactics practiced in public relations today. "Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics "combines numerous real-life case studies with core theoretical to help students relate theory to the actual practice of public relations. This comprehensive text is grounded in scholarship and includes references to landmark studies and time-honored public relations techniques. Written in a disarming and accessible style, this edition focuses on the application of technology and encourages students to think about creative uses of new media.




Investments


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Never HIGHLIGHT a Book Again! Virtually all testable terms, concepts, persons, places, and events are included.look no further for study resources or reference material. Cram101 Textbook Outlines gives all of the outlines, highlights, notes, and practice-tests for your textbook. Only Cram101 is Textbook Specific. Cram101 is NOT the Textbook.




Public Relations


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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Clearly explains the basic concepts, strategies, and tactics of today’s public relations practice Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics uses real-world case studies and examples to explain the basic concepts and theory behind modern public relations practice. This comprehensive text is grounded in scholarship and includes references to landmark studies and time-honored public relations techniques. The writing is geared to undergraduates, and many colorful charts and photos are used to enhance major concepts.