Technology/Science

Bodanis first explains the equation's letters and symbols, with insights into the historical backdrop to Einstein's discovery. He then illuminates the astonishing array of discoveries and consequences it made possible--a beacon throughout the twentieth century--governing everything from the atomic bomb to a television's cathode-ray tube to the carbon dating of prehistoric paintings.

Donovan Webster brings his vivid journalistic gifts to a new subject, tracing our deep genealogy using cutting-edge DNA research to map our eons-old journey from prehistoric Africa into the modern world. With the same genetic haplotype as many white American males, Webster makes an ideal subject—he is a genuine Everyman. While his voice and spirit are unique to him, in exploring his own ancestry, he shows us our own. Drawing on National Geographic’s Human Genographic Project, the largest anth... more info>>

Love wry, brain-teasing facts? For instance, did you know that... If you received a penny for each thought, you'd earn $40 each day ... Sex may suffer when children come into a marriage--but the house goes first ... Goofing-off and painting a masterpiece take exactly the same amount of effort ... When you say, "I'm of two minds about it," you are literally right--you have two separate brain systems and they are in conflict ... Then you will love Jean Marie Stine's delightful, insightful book.

BLAST OFF TO THE FINAL FRONTIERWITH 101 OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD PROJECTS YOU CAN EASILY BUILD YOURSELF! The sky is not the limit! If you yearn to touch the stars, 101 Outer Space Projects for the Evil Genius has everything you need to explore the universe from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a beginner stargazer or a more experienced astronomer, you'll find an outstanding project to satisfy you, from model rockets and celestial maps to space robots, GPS systems, and much, much more. Full ... more info>>

MORE THAN JUST SLIGHTLY EVIL:SAFE, INEXPENSIVE,EDUCATIONAL ... AND FUN! 22 Radio and Receiver Projects for the Evil Genius features a uniquecollection of projects that teach you radio and electronicsessentials such as the radio spectrum, how to read schematics,and how to solder. After each project is completed, you canenjoy listening to and using their new receiver.

ENGAGE YOUR WARPED SENSE OF HUMORWITH HUNDREDS OF PRACTICAL GAG DEVICESYOU BUILD YOURSELF!   Give your friends and family the shock of their lives! 51 High-Tech Practical Jokes for the Evil Genius has everything you need to pull devastatingly funny (and safe!) technical pranks. From the “evasive beeping thing” to “rats in the walls” to the “rigged lie detector,” you'll find a plethora of pranks that will feed your inner hacker while you create a state of utter confusion around you! Using easy-t... more info>>

As one author has insightfully declared, Java suffers from the "surfeit of Zen" problem: it is difficult to understand any part without first understanding all, or at least many, of the others. This "hypervista"--in essence a hyperlinked glossary--is intended to make it easier to grasp the relationships among parts.

Time-pressed executives want to learn more, but can be intimidated by jargon-heavy, techno-speak books. Access Technologies: DSL and Cable uses case histories to introduce today's key technologies, explain how they work, and show their use in real-life situations--all in an easy-to-read style that doesn't sacrifice technical content.

Winning strategies for getting hired as an IT professional Wondering how to stand out in the crowd and land the IT job of your dreams? Now you can go behind the scenes of the IT interview process and get inside the mind of potential employers using this insightful and practical guide. Learn what today’s IT hiring managers are looking for and get expert tips for preparing yourself for the interview process—from start to finish. Including-off-the-record advice from hiring managers i... more info>>

Most methods for creating bonds and seals between different materials underwater,and in the human body, are expensive and time consuming. In Adhesion of Polymers, Vladimir Kestelman, an expert in the mechanics of composite materials, and macromolecular chemistry authority Roman A.Veslovsky, present up-to-the-minute methods for improving bonds and seal strength. The authors discuss many practical applications of polymer adhesion studies; the technology they describe will allow engineers to creat... more info>>

Discover how to unclog the Internet bottleneck and move data across the public switched telephone network faster than ever before! What loads Web pages up to 50 times faster and cheaper the ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) channels, the fastest data transmission technology currently available to home users? ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) technology. It's here today, and it uses the existing copper lines that already connect 600 million subscribers to the PSTN. Recently relea... more info>>

Your INTEGRAL tool for mastering ADVANCED CALCULUS Interested in going further in calculus but don't where to begin? No problem! With Advanced Calculus Demystified, there's no limit to how much you will learn. Beginning with an overview of functions of multiple variables and their graphs, this book covers the fundamentals, without spending too much time on rigorous proofs. Then you will move through more complex topics including partial derivatives, multiple integrals, parameterizations,... more info>>

Some scientists, inspired by the work of an oil-company geologist named M. King Hubbard, believe the age of easy oil has peaked and will soon decline. This article examines that theory, as well as what alternatives the future may use for liquid fuel. Methanol, anyone?

Build, manage, and secure AJAX applications  Here is a practical and comprehensive programming guide to AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML)--the revolutionary new technique for creating interactive Web applications. You will get thorough coverage of AJAX technologies, the advanced JavaScript necessary to use AJAX properly, and how AJAX works with PHP, ASP.NET, JSP, and Ruby. Core information about network, data, and user interface design in support of AJAX is also included.

Wondering what all this talk about "Agile" is about? This eBook provides a brief overview of the business reasons behind the evolution of agile development methods. The book discusses why agile methods were developed in the first place, what is different about agile methods, and the major benefits to tbe gained from employing them, including reducing risk, increasing control, speeding up communications, and improving customer satisfaction. An excellent resource executives, managers, and develope... more info>>

Animation covers everything from Tex Avery's split-second slapstick and The Simpsons' knowing digs at pop culture, to Hayao Miyasaki's strong-willed heroines and Yuri Norstein's delicately rendered folktales. Often dismissed by the uninitiated as 'kid's stuff', any detailed look at animation reveals a technically complex, sophisticated and endlessly inventive medium. Intended both as a guide and an introduction to this fascinating field, the Pocket Essential Animation examines and celebrates thi... more info>>

A Guide to the Fundamentals and Latest Conceptsof Molecular and Cell Biology Bridging the gap between biology and engineering, Applied Cell and Molecular Biology for Engineers uses clear, straightforward language to introduce you to the cutting-edge concepts of molecular and cell biology. Written by an international team of engineers and life scientists, this vital tool contains "clinical focus boxes" and "applications boxes" in each chapter to link biology and engineering in today's world. To ... more info>>

"There is no doubt that we are both ape and angel. The question is, what constitutes the angel? Could it have been extraterrestrial? In these pages you will find proof that you are partially extraterrestrial."--Max H. Flindt. "I go to drink from the Big Dipper. And the stuff I drink is life. Come with me." --Ray Bradbury [Foreword by Ray Bradbury.]

This eBook by Author Steve Sande is jam-packed with detailed instructions on how you can use your iPod to do more than just listen to music. The iPod is a sophisticated device but extremely simple to use. The astounding capabilities of the iPod makes it possible for owners to use them for a number of different functions: * A replacement for a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) * A portable hard disk drive for moving files between computers * A Macintosh startup disk * An eBook reader ... and lots ... more info>>

CREATE RADICAL NEW RIDES WITH THESE OUTLANDISH PROJECTS!,/p> Want to take your evil talents on the road? Bike, Scooter, and Chopper Projects for the Evil Genius has everything you need to morph your old, unwanted wheels into fabulous, fully functional vehicles. Now you can fuel your artistic side, conserve energy, and get where you need to go with serious attitude! Dozens of pictures throughout the building process help you create these rad rides, some that you power yourself and some that will... more info>>

In 1962, Rachel Carson stunned the world with the publication of Silent Spring, exposing the lethal character of the pesticide DDT. Her work launched a global campaign against synthetic chemical toxins and veritably created a world environmental movement. But unbeknownst to Carson, an even more insidious chemical cousin to DDT had been silently poisoning the biosphere. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were first manufactured in 1920. Seen as a “magic fluid,” they were a cheap and stable heat... more info>>

Best-selling genius Herb Schildt covers everything from keywords, syntax, and libraries, to advanced features such as overloading, inheritance, virtual functions, namespaces, templates, and RTTIplus, a complete description of the Standard Template Library (STL).

The Definitive Guide to Cam Technology! The transformation of a simple motion, such as rotation, into linear or other motion is accomplished by means of a cam--two moving elements mounted on a fixed frame. Cam devices are versatile--almost any specified motion can be obtained. If you work with industrial applications where precision is essential, the Cam Design Handbook is a key resource you'll need handy at all times. You'll find thorough, detailed coverage of cams in industrial machinery, auto... more info>>

In the race to put carrier-quality voice over IP (VoIP)?phone service with Ma Bell quality, integrated with the Internet and multimedia applications--those using this book will run faster and falter less. International expert Daniel Collins's Carrier Grade Voice over IP brings you leading-edge signaling schemes, protocol apps, and quality of service (QoS) techniques--and more importantly, the answers to making them work together. Skipping needless history, chitchat, and math, Collins gets right ... more info>>

This reference guide will aide you in studying for Cisco Exam 640-507 to become a Cisco Certified Network Associate as well as being a handy reference tool that you can always have close at hand.