McGraw-Hill

CEH; certified ethical hacker exam guide. (CD-ROM included)

This guide to the Certified Ethical Hacker certification examination provides a comprehensive review of all test subject areas as well as detailed reference material for this computer security and penetration testing exam. The work covers basic cryptography, reconnaissance and information gathering, scanning and enumeration, network hacking, social engineering and physical access, wireless network attacks, trojans and software-based attacks, and developing Pen test routines. Chapters include illustrations, code examples and sidebars and each section concludes with numerous practice questions. An accompanying CD-ROM includes two complete practice exams, an electronic version of the text, as well as recommendations for software tools and other references. Walker is an IT security trainer and a security engineer at Hewlett-Packard. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

CompTIA A+ certification practice exams; (exams 220-701 & 220-702). (CD-ROM included)

This practice exam guide to the CompTIA A+ 220-701 and 220-702 certification examinations provides sample questions with detailed answers in twenty subject areas covering all sections of this popular entry-level computer technician certification test. Each chapter includes twelve exam questions with both quick key and in-depth answers and an accompanying CD-ROM provides several additional practice exams. Pyles and Pastore are consultants and computer technology educators. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Commercial aviation safety, 5th ed.

The fifth edition of this guide includes the most current procedures and standards for the commercial aviation safety system. In addition to standards and practices from air traffic and regulatory agencies, the book also includes recording and reporting safety data, review of safety statistics, accident causation models, human factors in aviation safety, air traffic and aircraft safety systems, airport and airline safety, aviation security, and aviation safety management systems. Authors are Rodrigues (mechanical engineering, Petroleum Institute, Abu Dhabi, and former College of Aviation professor) and Cusick (aeronautics, Florida Institute of Technology). (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

CompTIA strata IT fundamentals exam guide (Exam FC0-U41). (CD-ROM included)

This study guide to the CompTIA Strata IT fundamentals FCO-U41 examination provides a comprehensive discussion of all test subject areas for this entry-level computer technology certification exam. The volume covers simple and complex personal computer operations, maintenance and upgrades, networking and security, and each section includes sample exam questions, illustrations, screenshots, tips and notes. An accompanying CD-ROM provides two practice tests, video tutorials, and an e-book version of the text. Jernigan is the author of several computer certification training guides and Meyers is an expert on computer certification and a proficiency trainer. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Effective MySQL; optimizing SQL statements.

This small technical guide for database administrators provides detailed information on the optimizations of SQL statements and the troubleshooting and maintenance of running database processes. Beginning with a section on identifying performance problems and query optimization, the volume covers the essential database analysis commands, MySQL indexes, MySQL configuration options, the SQL lifecycle and advanced and hidden performance tips. Chapters include numerous code examples and access to additional online resources is provided. Bradford is an experienced database administrator and MySQL expert. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

The healthy PC; preventive care, home remedies, and green computing, 2d ed.

Intended for Microsoft Windows users, this guide to personal computer care provides helpful information on performing useful tasks for do-it-yourself optimization, upgrading, and maintenance. The volume is divided into sections covering tune-ups, optimization and protection, network and Internet safety, and hardware and operating system upgrades. Each chapter includes step-by-step instructions, notes, illustrations, and screenshots and access to additional online resources is provided through a companion website. Hart-Davis is the author of several computer how-to and optimization guides. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

How to do everything Adobe Acrobat X.

Many people make use of the free Abode Reader which enables the viewing of documents in the Portable Document Format (PDF). Sahlin, an Acrobat instructor, offers a guide to the many other features available with Adobe Acrobat X Pro. His highly practical handbook guides users from the basic navigation of a PDF document to adding multimedia functions. An update of the 2009 volume on the use of Adobe Acrobat 9, this book covers new capabilities such as improved scanning and making use of Actions Wizard and the Quick Tools bar. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Human development, 10th ed.

Beginning with the scientific framework for studying all aspects of human development across the life span from reproductive to end- of-life issues, this slightly shorter revision of the 2009 edition incorporates recent research concerning how gender, race/ethnicity, and socioeconomic factors affect development. Crandell (psychology, Broome Community College, Binghamton, NY) notes that rather than providing information about the "average" person, the text addresses the issues surrounding the diverse U.S. population including the differently abled, and changing attitudes toward aging and dying. The text includes features on implications for practice and further developments, tips for observing children, critical thinking questions, chapter follow-ups using Internet resources, a glossary, updated references, and a companion website. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Java; a beginner's guide, 5th ed.

Java authority Schildt provides a clearly-written instruction manual on the fundamentals of java programming. The step-by-step guidance, self-tests, and projects are intended to give readers a good grasp of Java programming essentials — and a platform for learning the other aspects of the popular programming language. A partial list of topics includes: data types and operators, program control statements, methods and classes, packages and interfaces, multithreaded programming, and Swing. A McGraw Hill imprint. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Java; the complete reference, 8th ed.

For new programmers, this reference to the Java language discusses basic issues and gives many examples; for more experienced programmers, the book covers advanced features and libraries. The eighth edition is updated for Java SE 7 and the expanded features of NIO.2. The book begins with an in-depth tutorial on the Java language, from basics such as data types and operators to advanced topics such as exception handling and applets. The largest section of the book covers the Java API library. The next section covers software development with three important Java technologies: Java Beans, servlets, and Swing. Two application chapters show how to develop applets that perform financial calculations and how to create a download manager. A companion website offers source code for all of the book's examples. Schildt has written other books on programming. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

LPIC-1/CompTIA Linux+ certification exam guide (exams LPIC-1/LX0-101 & LX0-102). (CD-ROM included)

This study guide for the ComTIA Linux+ LPIC-1/LXO-101 and LXO-102 certification examinations provides comprehensive coverage of all test subject areas of this popular entry level GNU/Linux administrator certification exam. Each chapter provides extensive subject material as well as practice exam questions with detailed answers as well as relevant illustrations, CLI commands and command outputs. Topics discussed include working in the Linux shell, files and directories, graphical environments, users and groups, permissions, managing hardware, process management, networking and security and encryption. An accompanying CD-ROM provides over 150 practice exam questions as well as video tutorial and a digital copy of the text. Tracy is an experienced computer educator and trainer. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Oracle database 11g & MySQL 5.6 developer handbook.

This handbook for database designers and developers provides detailed information on creating custom applications using Oracle Database 11g and MySQL 5.6. Beginning with an overview of development components including architecture, client interface, security models and transaction models, the work examines topics such as creating and modifying users and structures, data insertion, update and deletion, queries, merging data, and SQL and PSM language basics. Chapters include numerous code examples and sidebars as well as mastery questions with answer keys and brief answer explanations. McLaughlin is a database expert and Oracle ACE. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Oracle Hyperion financial management tips & techniques; design, implementation & support.

Focusing on the "why" rather than the "how to," this guide to Oracle's Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) software explores the ways in which business intelligence professionals can harness the power of the scalable application layer and simple web interfaces of this financial database product to create custom, secure and robust business reporting applications. Topics discussed include designing and building your own Oracle HFM applications, rules and calculations, reporting, data integration and testing, supporting applications, tuning and optimization, and common Oracle HFM rules. Chapters explore real world business reporting examples and the volume includes a section of case studies. Fugere is an expert in Hyperion products. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Oracle Streams 11g data replication.

For database administrators and systems architects, this handbook for Oracle Streams 11g provides detailed information on the data replication capabilities of this popular database management tool. Beginning with an overview of the Streams software and its place in database and server architecture, the volume covers Streams configuration, including setting up data replication to multiple targets with data transformation capabilities, and management strategies including monitoring replications, and maintenance and troubleshooting. Chapters include illustrations, code examples, and sample scripts while a series of appendices provides information on Streams best practices, Streams health check reports, and data dictionary views. Deshpande is a technical manager for Oracle and is the author of several texts on Oracle server products. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Oracle VM implementation and administration guide.

This official guide to virtualization using Oracle VM software provides IT managers and professionals with step-by-step instructions for performing common tasks with this virtual server management software. Beginning with an overview of the multifaceted benefits of virtualization, the volume covers specific features of Oracle VM, installation and configuration, managing and configuring Oracle VM servers and guests and guest operating system installation and configuration. Chapters include illustrations, screenshots, cautions and notes, and a series of appendices provide specific information on Linux support functions and Oracle VM log files. Whalen is a database and virtualization consultant. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Oracle WebLogic server 11g administration handbook.

Essential reading for server administrators and web application managers, this guide to Oracle's WebLogic Server 11g provides detailed information on the installation, configuration, and management of this popular Java-based multi-use web application server suite. Topics discussed include installation and management tools, creating and configuring server domains, monitoring and troubleshooting, setting up server clusters, and managing server security. Chapters include detailed code examples and screenshots as well as step-by-step instructions and clear summaries. Alapati is senior technical director for Miro Consulting, an Oracle database and e-business consulting firm. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Psychology; perspectives & connections, 2d ed.

The second edition of this introductory text contains 2,300 research citations; most are sources from 2009 or later. There is much new material reflecting recent research in areas such as the effects of technology on the brain and how emotions and political beliefs affect perception. Coverage progresses from conducting research in psychology through the biology of behavior, language and thought, motivation and emotion, stress and health, personality, and psychological disorders. The excellent layout includes color photos and high-quality anatomical and process illustrations with plastic overlays of definitions and labels. Other learning features include margin definitions, profiles of key figures of the past and present, application boxes, quizzes, and detailed key concept reviews. Online teacher resources include an image bank, test banks, and lecture slides. Feist is affiliated with San Jose State University. Rosenberg is affiliated with UC-Davis. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Quickbooks 2012 quicksteps.

Barich, a QuickBooks consultant and author of other books on the software, helps computer users learn QuickBooks 2012's common tasks through a set of step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and screenshots. Chapters are organized by function and the tasks needed to perform them, such as installation, adding and reconciling accounts, working with lists, managing and invoicing customers, managing vendors and paying bills, tracking inventory, running payroll, using reports, performing maintenance, customizing, and budgeting and planning. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

The science of psychology; modules, 2d ed.

This update of the 2008 edition allows for course customization with 70 modules in 17 areas of psychology. Following outstanding color overlay images of the central and peripheral nervous systems and sensory organs, King (psychological sciences, U. of Missouri, Columbia) covers core topics in the field including the application of the scientific method; foundations of behavior; findings from the cognitive revolution; gender development and sexuality; industrial and organizational psychology; therapies; and health psychology. Aligned with the APA Guidelines for the Undergraduate Major in Psychology, the text includes online resources. An electronic version is available. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Structural steel designer's handbook, 5th ed.

For engineers, designers, and architects, this comprehensive volume provides detailed information on technical specifications for designing buildings, industrial structures, and bridges, using steel members. The handbooks covers topics such as properties of structural steel and manufacturing processes; fabrication and erection; connections, loads, building codes and fire protection; design of building members; floor and roof systems; lateral force designs; highway bridge design criteria; rail bridge design; and beam and girder, truss, cable and arch bridges. Notated technical drawings are included throughout and the material is formatted and indexed for easy reference. The work is authored by a team of contributors, all of whom are experienced practicing engineers with major building and design firms. (Annotation ©2011 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)