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Advances in Information, Computing and Technology

Proceedings of the International Conference on Information, Computing and Technology (ICICT2025), Volume 2

Edited by Witold Pedrycz, John Wang, Jianqi Li ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book delivers a practical, forward-looking guide to cutting-edge developments at the intersection of information science, computing, and technology, equipping readers to bridge theoretical advancements with real-world application. By prioritizing actionable insights over abstract theory, it addresses the gap between rapid tech evolution and the need for accessible, applicable knowledge for ... Read more

$224.09 USD

This book delivers a practical, forward-looking guide to cutting-edge developments at the intersection of information science, computing, and technology, equipping readers to bridge theoretical advancements with real-world application. By prioritizing actionable insights over abstract theory, it addresses the gap between rapid tech evolution and the need for accessible, applicable knowledge for
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AI OBSERVER: The Foundation

AI OBSERVER, #1

by K.ZEN-YU ...

Series Book 1 - AI OBSERVER
AI Observer: Inside the Mechanics of LLM Reasoning offers a clear, structured exploration of how large language models think, respond, and behave. Instead of focusing on engineering or code, this book examines AI through observable patterns—semantic density, attention routing, reasoning depth, and linguistic stability. Readers will learn why answers sometimes drift, why reasoning depth fluctuates, ... Read more

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AI Observer: Inside the Mechanics of LLM Reasoning offers a clear, structured exploration of how large language models think, respond, and behave. Instead of focusing on engineering or code, this book examines AI through observable patterns—semantic density, attention routing, reasoning depth, and linguistic stability. Readers will learn why answers sometimes drift, why reasoning depth fluctuates,
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Energy-Efficient Algorithms and Systems in Computing

Optimizing Performance and Sustainability Through Advanced Computational Methods

Edited by Hicham Gibet Tani, Mohamed Kouissi, Mohamed Ben Ahmed, Boudhir Anouar Abdelhakim, Lotfi Elaachak ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book delivers cutting-edge research focused on reducing energy consumption across computing systems while maintaining performance and scalability. It presents novel methods and architectures that advance the field of sustainable and green technologies. Contributions span topics such as low-power algorithms, green cloud infrastructures, energy-aware IoT systems, and intelligent optimization ... Read more

$197.09 USD

This book delivers cutting-edge research focused on reducing energy consumption across computing systems while maintaining performance and scalability. It presents novel methods and architectures that advance the field of sustainable and green technologies. Contributions span topics such as low-power algorithms, green cloud infrastructures, energy-aware IoT systems, and intelligent optimization
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The Biological Recording Handbook

Making Wildlife Count

by Sarah Whild ...

Series series Data in the Wild
Biological recording is the discipline of writing down natural history observations of a correctly identified species, in a specific location, on a specific date, by a named individual. Simple enough, you may think. But these four pieces of data each have their own pitfalls for the unwary, whether making records or using them in analysis.This is the first time that all of the principles and ... Read more

$43.19 USD

Biological recording is the discipline of writing down natural history observations of a correctly identified species, in a specific location, on a specific date, by a named individual. Simple enough, you may think. But these four pieces of data each have their own pitfalls for the unwary, whether making records or using them in analysis.This is the first time that all of the principles and
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Dataproc Cookbook

Running Spark and Hadoop Workloads in Google Cloud

by Narasimha Sadineni, Anuyogam Venkataraman ...

Want to build big data solutions in Google Cloud? Dataproc Cookbook is your hands-on guide to mastering Dataproc and the essential GCP fundamentals—like networking, security, monitoring, and cost optimization--that apply across Google Cloud services. Learn practical skills that not only fast-track your Dataproc expertise, but also help you succeed with a wide range of GCP technologies.Written by ... Read more

$48.99 USD

Want to build big data solutions in Google Cloud? Dataproc Cookbook is your hands-on guide to mastering Dataproc and the essential GCP fundamentals—like networking, security, monitoring, and cost optimization--that apply across Google Cloud services. Learn practical skills that not only fast-track your Dataproc expertise, but also help you succeed with a wide range of GCP technologies.Written by
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PowerShell Essential Guide

Master the fundamentals of PowerShell scripting and automation (English Edition)

by Prashanth Jayaram, Rajendra Gupta ...

In the last decade, PowerShell has propelled in every way in the automation arena. Since the inception of PowerShell, it has become a de facto tool for automation, and it is the favorite solution of many Windows administrators, with the capability to automate almost any task in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since the advent of PowerShell, it has been a lot easier to import the related modules and ... Read more

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In the last decade, PowerShell has propelled in every way in the automation arena. Since the inception of PowerShell, it has become a de facto tool for automation, and it is the favorite solution of many Windows administrators, with the capability to automate almost any task in the Microsoft ecosystem. Since the advent of PowerShell, it has been a lot easier to import the related modules and
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Artificial Intelligence in Business

Applications and Ethical Considerations in the Digital Age. Proceedings of the 19th SICB “Artificial Intelligence in Business”, Volume 1

Edited by Abdul Razzak Alshehadeh, Ihab Ali El-Qirem, Ghaleb Awad Elrefae ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book covers results of the 19th Scientific Annual International Conference for Business SICB: Artificial Intelligence in Business.This collection of 30 peer-reviewed papers from the 19th SICB International Conference presents vital research on AI's integration into business practices. Through six comprehensive sections, the volume examines how AI is transforming multiple business domains:AI ... Read more

$197.09 USD

This book covers results of the 19th Scientific Annual International Conference for Business SICB: Artificial Intelligence in Business.This collection of 30 peer-reviewed papers from the 19th SICB International Conference presents vital research on AI's integration into business practices. Through six comprehensive sections, the volume examines how AI is transforming multiple business domains:AI
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New Developments in Unsupervised Outlier Detection

Algorithms and Applications

by Xiaochun Wang, Xiali Wang, Mitch Wilkes ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book enriches unsupervised outlier detection research by proposing several new distance-based and density-based outlier scores in a k-nearest neighbors’ setting. The respective chapters highlight the latest developments in k-nearest neighbor-based outlier detection research and cover such topics as our present understanding of unsupervised outlier detection in general; distance-based and ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book enriches unsupervised outlier detection research by proposing several new distance-based and density-based outlier scores in a k-nearest neighbors’ setting. The respective chapters highlight the latest developments in k-nearest neighbor-based outlier detection research and cover such topics as our present understanding of unsupervised outlier detection in general; distance-based and
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Uncertainty and Imprecision in Decision Making and Decision Support: New Advances, Challenges, and Perspectives

Selected papers from BOS-2020, held on December 14-15, 2020, and IWIFSGN-2020, held on December 10-11, 2020 in Warsaw, Poland

Edited by Krassimir T. Atanassov, Vassia Atanassova, Janusz Kacprzyk, Andrzej Kałuszko, Maciej Krawczak, Jan W. Owsiński, Sotir S. Sotirov, Evdokia Sotirova, Eulalia Szmidt, Sławomir Zadrożny ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book is composed of selected papers from the Sixteenth National Conference on Operational and Systems Research, BOS-2020, held on December 14-15, 2020, one of premiere conferences in the field of operational and systems research. The second is the Nineteenth International Workshop on Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets and Generalized Nets, IWIFSGN 2020, held on December 10-11, 2020, in Warsaw, Poland, ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This book is composed of selected papers from the Sixteenth National Conference on Operational and Systems Research, BOS-2020, held on December 14-15, 2020, one of premiere conferences in the field of operational and systems research. The second is the Nineteenth International Workshop on Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets and Generalized Nets, IWIFSGN 2020, held on December 10-11, 2020, in Warsaw, Poland,
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Introduction to Data Compression

by Khalid Sayood ...

Series series The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Multimedia Information and Systems
Introduction to Data Compression, Fourth Edition, is a concise and comprehensive guide to the art and science of data compression. This new edition includes all the cutting edge updates the reader will need during the work day and in class. It provides an extensive introduction to the theory underlying today's compression techniques with detailed instruction for their applications using several ... Read more

$80.99 USD

Introduction to Data Compression, Fourth Edition, is a concise and comprehensive guide to the art and science of data compression. This new edition includes all the cutting edge updates the reader will need during the work day and in class. It provides an extensive introduction to the theory underlying today's compression techniques with detailed instruction for their applications using several
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Recent Advances in Information and Communication Technology 2020

Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Computing and Information Technology (IC2IT 2020)

Edited by Phayung Meesad, Sunantha Sodsee ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book gathers the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Computing and Information Technology (IC2IT 2020), held on May 14th–15th, 2020, at Dusit Thani Pattaya, Thailand. The topics covered include big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, speech recognition, image and video processing, and deep learning. In turn, the topics represent major ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book gathers the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Computing and Information Technology (IC2IT 2020), held on May 14th–15th, 2020, at Dusit Thani Pattaya, Thailand. The topics covered include big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, speech recognition, image and video processing, and deep learning. In turn, the topics represent major
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Mastering Social Media Mining with R

Extract valuable data from your social media sites and make better business decisions using R

by Sharan Kumar Ravindran, Vikram Garg ...

Extract valuable data from your social media sites and make better business decisions using RKey FeaturesExplore the social media APIs in R to capture data and tame itEmploy the machine learning capabilities of R to gain optimal business valueA hands-on guide with real-world examples to help you take advantage of the vast opportunities that come with social media dataBook DescriptionWith an ... Read more

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Extract valuable data from your social media sites and make better business decisions using RKey FeaturesExplore the social media APIs in R to capture data and tame itEmploy the machine learning capabilities of R to gain optimal business valueA hands-on guide with real-world examples to help you take advantage of the vast opportunities that come with social media dataBook DescriptionWith an
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Machine Learning Techniques for Text

Apply modern techniques with Python for text processing, dimensionality reduction, classification, and evaluation

by Nikos Tsourakis ...

Take your Python text processing skills to another level by learning about the latest natural language processing and machine learning techniques with this full color guideKey FeaturesLearn how to acquire and process textual data and visualize the key findingsObtain deeper insight into the most commonly used algorithms and techniques and understand their tradeoffsImplement models for solving real ... Read more

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Take your Python text processing skills to another level by learning about the latest natural language processing and machine learning techniques with this full color guideKey FeaturesLearn how to acquire and process textual data and visualize the key findingsObtain deeper insight into the most commonly used algorithms and techniques and understand their tradeoffsImplement models for solving real
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Learning Kibana 5.0

Exploit the visualization capabilities of Kibana and build powerful interactive dashboards

by Bahaaldine Azarmi ...

Exploit the visualization capabilities of Kibana and build powerful interactive dashboardsKey Features\[\*\] Introduction to data-driven architecture and the Elastic stack\[\*\] Build effective dashboards for data visualization and explore datasets with Elastic Graph\[\*\] A comprehensive guide to learning scalable data visualization techniques in KibanaBook DescriptionKibana is an open source ... Read more

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Exploit the visualization capabilities of Kibana and build powerful interactive dashboardsKey Features\[\*\] Introduction to data-driven architecture and the Elastic stack\[\*\] Build effective dashboards for data visualization and explore datasets with Elastic Graph\[\*\] A comprehensive guide to learning scalable data visualization techniques in KibanaBook DescriptionKibana is an open source
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Cyber Security Impact on Digitalization and Business Intelligence

Big Cyber Security for Information Management: Opportunities and Challenges

Edited by Haitham M. Alzoubi, Muhammad Turki Alshurideh, Taher M. Ghazal ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book takes a unique approach by exploring the connection between cybersecurity, digitalization, and business intelligence. In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of business operations. Meanwhile, organizations continue to leverage digital technologies for their day-to-day operations. They must be aware of the risks associated with cyber-attacks and implement robust ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This book takes a unique approach by exploring the connection between cybersecurity, digitalization, and business intelligence. In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of business operations. Meanwhile, organizations continue to leverage digital technologies for their day-to-day operations. They must be aware of the risks associated with cyber-attacks and implement robust
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Job Interview Corpus

Data Transcription and Major Topics in Corpus Linguistics

by Daniela Wawra ...

The aim of this book and its accompanying audio files is to make accessible a corpus of 40 authentic job interviews conducted in English. The recordings and transcriptions of the interviews published here may be used by students, teachers and researchers alike for linguistic analyses of spoken discourse and as authentic material for language learning in the classroom. The book includes an ... Read more

$67.99 USD

The aim of this book and its accompanying audio files is to make accessible a corpus of 40 authentic job interviews conducted in English. The recordings and transcriptions of the interviews published here may be used by students, teachers and researchers alike for linguistic analyses of spoken discourse and as authentic material for language learning in the classroom. The book includes an
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Advances in Intelligent Networking and Collaborative Systems

The 11th International Conference on Intelligent Networking and Collaborative Systems (INCoS-2019)

Edited by Leonard Barolli, Hiroaki Nishino, Hiroyoshi Miwa ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents the latest innovative research findings, methods, and development techniques related to intelligent social networks and collaborative systems, intelligent networking systems, mobile collaborative systems, and secure intelligent cloud systems. Offering both theoretical and practical perspectives, it also reveals synergies among various paradigms in the multi-disciplinary field of ... Read more

$215.99 USD

This book presents the latest innovative research findings, methods, and development techniques related to intelligent social networks and collaborative systems, intelligent networking systems, mobile collaborative systems, and secure intelligent cloud systems. Offering both theoretical and practical perspectives, it also reveals synergies among various paradigms in the multi-disciplinary field of
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Human Movements in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

by Cezary Biele ...

Series series Intelligent Technologies and Robotics (R0)
This book discusses human–computer interaction (HCI) which is a multidisciplinary field of study which aims at developing and implementing tools and techniques to attain an effective and efficient interaction between the humans (the users) and computers. In recent years, there is an increase of interest of HCI researchers and practitioners in the inclusion of gaze gestures which can greatly ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book discusses human–computer interaction (HCI) which is a multidisciplinary field of study which aims at developing and implementing tools and techniques to attain an effective and efficient interaction between the humans (the users) and computers. In recent years, there is an increase of interest of HCI researchers and practitioners in the inclusion of gaze gestures which can greatly
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Microsoft Power Platform Instalado E Funcionando

by Jideon Francisco Marques ...

O livro começa com o básico, explicando o que são low-code e no-code e mostrando como maximizar a eficiência na criação de aplicativos de negócios para uma organização. Em seguida, o livro descreve a base da Microsoft Power Platform, bem como todos os seus componentes e serviços. Os leitores começarão com exercícios práticos imediatamente, começando com o provisionamento de um ambiente Power ... Read more

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O livro começa com o básico, explicando o que são low-code e no-code e mostrando como maximizar a eficiência na criação de aplicativos de negócios para uma organização. Em seguida, o livro descreve a base da Microsoft Power Platform, bem como todos os seus componentes e serviços. Os leitores começarão com exercícios práticos imediatamente, começando com o provisionamento de um ambiente Power
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Cloud Analytics with Google Cloud Platform

An end-to-end guide to processing and analyzing big data using Google Cloud Platform

by Sanket Thodge ...

Combine the power of analytics and cloud computing for faster and efficient insightsKey Features\[\*\]Master the concept of analytics on the cloud: and how organizations are using it\[\*\]Learn the design considerations and while applying a cloud analytics solution\[\*\]Design an end-to-end analytics pipeline on the cloudBook DescriptionWith the ongoing data explosion, more and more organizations ... Read more

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Combine the power of analytics and cloud computing for faster and efficient insightsKey Features\[\*\]Master the concept of analytics on the cloud: and how organizations are using it\[\*\]Learn the design considerations and while applying a cloud analytics solution\[\*\]Design an end-to-end analytics pipeline on the cloudBook DescriptionWith the ongoing data explosion, more and more organizations
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Learning AI Tools in Tableau

by Ann Jackson ...

As businesses increasingly rely on data to drive decisions, the role of advanced analytics and AI in enhancing data interpretation is becoming crucial. For professionals tasked with optimizing data analytics platforms like Tableau, staying ahead of the curve with the latest tools isn't just beneficial—it's essential.This insightful guide takes you through the integration of Tableau Pulse and ... Read more

$36.99 USD

As businesses increasingly rely on data to drive decisions, the role of advanced analytics and AI in enhancing data interpretation is becoming crucial. For professionals tasked with optimizing data analytics platforms like Tableau, staying ahead of the curve with the latest tools isn't just beneficial—it's essential.This insightful guide takes you through the integration of Tableau Pulse and
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Cognitive Computing with IBM Watson

Build smart applications using artificial intelligence as a service

by Tanmay Bakshi, Robert High ...

Understand, design, and create cognitive applications using Watson's suite of APIsKey FeaturesWork with IBM Watson APIs to build efficient and powerful cognitive appsBuild smart apps to carry out different sets of activities with the help of real-world use casesGet well-versed with the best practices of IBM Watson and implement them in your daily workBook DescriptionCognitive computing is rapidly ... Read more

$26.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Understand, design, and create cognitive applications using Watson's suite of APIsKey FeaturesWork with IBM Watson APIs to build efficient and powerful cognitive appsBuild smart apps to carry out different sets of activities with the help of real-world use casesGet well-versed with the best practices of IBM Watson and implement them in your daily workBook DescriptionCognitive computing is rapidly
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Information Systems for Intelligent Systems

Proceedings of ISBM 2025, Volume 5

Edited by Andres Iglesias, Jungpil Shin, Nityesh Bhatt, Amit Joshi ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book includes selected papers presented at the World Conference on Information Systems for Business Management (ISBM 2025), held in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 24–26, 2025. It covers up-to-date cutting-edge research on data science, information systems, infrastructure and computational systems, engineering systems, business information systems, and smart secure systems. ... Read more

$251.99 USD

This book includes selected papers presented at the World Conference on Information Systems for Business Management (ISBM 2025), held in Bangkok, Thailand, on September 24–26, 2025. It covers up-to-date cutting-edge research on data science, information systems, infrastructure and computational systems, engineering systems, business information systems, and smart secure systems.
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Web3时代如何提升认知

by Joshua Tang ...

在Web3时代，区块链、去中心化身份（DID）、智能合约和代币经济正在重塑数字世界的规则，全球80亿人每日生成的数据流构成了浩瀚的"电子油田"，其中每一笔数据、交易和互动都成为可挖掘的"电子黄金矿脉"。这一去中心化生态赋予了用户前所未有的数据主权、经济机会和创新空间，但也带来了信息过载、技术复杂性和伦理挑战。如何在"电子油田"中高效挖掘"电子黄金"，需要全新的认知框架，结合技术、经济、心理学和伦理的跨学科思维。本书《Web3时代如何提升认知》旨在为读者提供系统化的认知升级路径，通过18章的深入分析和实用策略，帮助个人和组织在Web3中优化决策、规避风险并创造价值。 ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

在Web3时代，区块链、去中心化身份（DID）、智能合约和代币经济正在重塑数字世界的规则，全球80亿人每日生成的数据流构成了浩瀚的"电子油田"，其中每一笔数据、交易和互动都成为可挖掘的"电子黄金矿脉"。这一去中心化生态赋予了用户前所未有的数据主权、经济机会和创新空间，但也带来了信息过载、技术复杂性和伦理挑战。如何在"电子油田"中高效挖掘"电子黄金"，需要全新的认知框架，结合技术、经济、心理学和伦理的跨学科思维。本书《Web3时代如何提升认知》旨在为读者提供系统化的认知升级路径，通过18章的深入分析和实用策略，帮助个人和组织在Web3中优化决策、规避风险并创造价值。
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