Seven Wonders of Green Building Technology

84 pages | Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books (CT) (January 2010) | English | ISBN-10: 0761342427 | PDF | 17.6 Mb
In every age, science and technology have advanced human civilization. From architecture to engineering, medicine to transportation, humans have invented extraordinary wonders. People have been constructing buildings for thousands of years. But in modern times, people have become more interested in new kinds of building techniques. They want to make buildings that are "green," or good for the environment. Some green builders make houses out of recycled materials. Others make buildings that use the sun and wind for heating and cooling. In some places, whole communities are based on green building technology. In this book, we'll explore seven wonders of green building technology. We'll learn about Earthships, which collect rain for drinking water and make heat and electricity from the sun's rays. We'll visit Menara Mesiniaga, a skyscraper in Malaysia that is cooled by fresh tropical breezes. We'll explore BedZED, a green community in the United Kingdom that has gardens on rooftops, and we'll visit Samso, an island in Denmark that makes its own electricity from wind turbines. These and other buildings and communities are leading the way to a new, greener future.

About the Author
Karen Sirvaitis is an author and editor. She wrote many of the Across the USA TODAY (formerly Hello USA) titles and most recently USA TODAY's Lifeline Biography of Barack Obama.

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Professional Portrait Photography Techniques and Images from Master Photographers

Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc.| Date: 2008 | Pages: 128 | PDF | English
By examining the work of 10 of today’s top portrait photographers and supplementing the images with interviews, this book offers insight into the working habits, equipment selection, and business strategies of those at the top of their game. In-depth and engaging, the guide also reveals creative inspiration and technical insight it reviews 15 to 20 of each artist's most highly acclaimed images, thereby providing an understanding of the full range of portrait styles that make up the body of modern portraiture. With the hard-won advice, strategies for success, and markedly different work included in this book, photographers will quickly learn how to evoke and capture timeless expressions, modulate lighting, create stunning compositions, and more.

About the Author
Lou Jacobs Jr. is a professional photographer and regular contributor to Rangefinder magazine. He is the author of more than 30 books, including Photographer's Lighting Handbook and Studio Lighting. He lives in Cathedral City, California.

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Networking, A Beginner's Guide, Fifth Edition (Networking Professional's Library)

448 pages | Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 5 edition (October 19, 2009) | English | ISBN-10: 0071633553 | PDF | 7.2 Mb
A practical guide to networking fundamentals

Fully up to date with the latest technologies, this introductory handbook covers wired and wireless network design, configuration, hardware, protocols, security, backup, recovery, virtualization, and more. After laying the groundwork, Networking: A Beginner's Guide, Fifth Edition explains, step-by-step, how to install, set up, and administer Windows Server 2008, Exchange Server 2010, Fedora 10, and Apache. If you're beginning a career in networking or looking to refresh your skills, you need this detailed reference.

* Learn about network cabling, topologies, hardware, and the OSI Model
* Set up a small office and home office (SOHO) wired or wireless network
* Connect LANs and WANs
* Work with network protocols--TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, VoIP, and others
* Enable remote access through a VPN or other methods
* Secure your network and handle backup and disaster recovery
* Install, configure, and administer Windows Server 2008, Exchange Server 2010, Fedora 10, and Apache
* Understand virtualization technologies, and learn how to set up and use VMware Server
* Learn how the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 affects networking and IT professionals

Bruce Hallberg has been involved in IT for more than 25 years and has consulted for Fortune 1000 firms on the implementation of management information and networking systems. He is the bestselling author of more than 20 books.

About the Author
Bruce A. Hallberg has more than 25 years of experience in the computer industry. He is the bestselling author of more than 20 computer books, including all four previous editions of Networking: A Beginner’s Guide.

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Microsoft Windows 7 Administrator's Reference: Upgrading, Deploying, Managing, and Securing Windows 7

672 pages | Publisher: Syngress (May 6, 2010) | English | ISBN-10: 1597495611 | PDF
Microsoft Windows 7 Administrator's Reference gives you a complete overview of all the important day-to-day duties for which administrators are responsible. From a complete overview of upgrading and implementing to a detailed view of security in Windows 7, this book will keep you on track. Coverage includes: installing and deployment, managing the new Windows 7 environment, overview of the new desktop features, and technical help for troubleshooting and networking (to name a few).

Written by current systems administrators with a deep experience in Windows, security, and networked and enterprise environments, this book is like having your own on-site consultant in the trenches with you. Each chapter of Microsoft Windows 7 Administrator's Reference is designed to give you easy access to the answers you need most. Whether you are looking for quick troubleshooting information, a compilation of the new desktop environment, or even virtualization and mobility information, you'll find it quickly.

* Covers Powershell V2, Bitlocker, and mobility issues
* Includes comprehensive details for configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting
* Consists of content written for system administrators by system administrators

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Living Like You Mean It: Use the Wisdom and Power of Your Emotions to Get the Life You Really Want

208 pages | Publisher: Jossey-Bass (March 3, 2009) | English | PDF | ISBN-10: 0470377038
"Where shall we run if we run from ourselves? This book asks us to look anew at our models of health and happiness and to realize that personal liberation is not possible if we are not at liberty to feel what we feel. Through stories and examples, Ron Frederick walks us through that issue in a way that is simple, clear, and focused and that has a chance to fundamentally change human lives." —Steven C. Hayes, PhD, University of Nevada, author of Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life

"Written like he means it—and clearly he does—Ron Frederick's book is a gift, written by a master clinician and an amazing person. His heart and soul, his humor and sparkling intelligence, his pathos and practicality, are all there from the great title to the very last word. Down to earth and with a twinkle in his eyes, Ron Frederick is the guide and companion you have been looking for. As he passionately makes clear: you can shed your resignation and vitality and joy can be yours again. And as you journey to reconnect with yourself and those you love—you will not be alone. Step by step, you feel him with you, steady and wise. What a great book! I will recommend it to my patients and friends alike. And, what's more, I can't wait to read it again." —Diana Fosha, PhD, Director of the AEDP Institute. author of The Transforming Power of Affect

"Dr. Frederick's wise and powerful book is an inspiration. It is also a practical guide to help us feel more deeply, face our fears more confidently, and live each moment more fully." —Dr. Larina Kase, Author of The Confident Leader: How the Most Successful People Go from Effective to Exceptional, and the New York Times Bestseller The Confident Speaker

"Dr. Frederick’s first book demonstrates his gift of communicating in an accessible, human, meaningful manner about one of life’s most important mysteries—the true value and purpose of our emotions. He shows us how to navigate the guidance system they provide on the road to happiness, fulfillment and depth in our lives. Hopefully, this will be the first of many books from this gifted writer." —Joseph Bailey, Licensed psychologist and bestselling author of Fearproof Your Life and Slowing Down to the Speed of Life

"It is a delight to read a book on emotions that integrates so much of the cutting edge research in brain, body, mind and attachment. Ron Fredrick has managed to take difficult concepts and translate them into language that is understandable. This is a book for those who seek to reconnect with their own emotions, and with the emotions of people they care about. I highly recommend "Living Like You Mean It." —Marion Solomon, PhD, Director of Clinical Training, Lifespan Learning Institute. author of Lean on Me

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Joy of Cooking: All About Party Foods & Drinks

128 pages | Publisher: Scribner}| English | PDF | ISBN-10: 074321679
A party menu differs, of course, according to the party-one would hardly serve the same food at a bridal shower as at a Super Bowl gathering. But this volume, part of Scribner's "All About" series, adapted from the Joy of Cooking cookbooks, provides drinks and snacks for just about any occasion. The choices span the map, encompassing Vietnamese Summer Rolls, Buffalo Chicken Wings and Lamb Brochettes with North African Spices. What remain consistent throughout are the lovely photography, the clear, competent directions and the useful sidebars. Becker, the grandson of the founder of the Joy of Cooking enterprise, includes instructive notes along with most recipes, explaining that harissa, for example, is a North African spice paste, and that cheese should always be served at room temperature. Becker concludes the book with a chapter on party drinks, giving the home bartender instructions on everything from a cold-weather eggnog to a fruity, and correct, Sangria.

This latest batch of spin-off cookbooks from the All New All Purpose Joy of Cooking includes one on a topic that was not covered in that revision. The chapter on canning and preserving, much of which was written by cookbook author Sylvia Thompson, unfortunately didn't make it into the 1997 revision because of space limitations, so it's nice to have it appear as its own book. Like the other "All About" titles, and unlike the big Joy, these all include color photographs, as well as additional material not included in the revision. Canning & Preserving is recommended for all collections on the topic; the other titles are for most libraries.

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How To Hide Anything

120 pages | Publisher: Paladin Press | English | PDF | ISBN-10: 0873642899 | 6.2 Mb
With little effort and expense, you can hide cash, armaments and even family from the menacing eyes of burglars, terrorists or anyone. Learn how to construct dozens of hiding places right in your house and yard. Here are small hiding places for concealing money and jewelry and large places for securing survival supplies or persons. More than 100 drawings show how to turn ordinary items into extraordinary hiding places.


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