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Dawn of the New Everything: Encounters with Reality and Virtual Reality

Jaron Lanier · Henry Holt and Co.
Pages: 351
Format: Hardcover

The father of virtual reality explains its dazzling possibilities by reflecting on his own lifelong relationship with technologyBridging the gap between tech mania and the experience of being inside the human body, Dawn of the New Everything is a look at what it means to be human at a moment...
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The Sentient Machine: The Coming Age of Artificial Intelligence

AMIR HUSAIN · Scribner
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover

In the tradition of Michio Kaku's The Future of the Mind, acclaimed technologist and inventor Amir Husain answers the universal question of how we can live amidst the coming age of sentient machines and artificial intelligence - and not only survive, but thrive.The future is now. Artificial...
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Outnumbered: From Facebook and Google to Fake News and Filter-bubbles – The Algorithms That Control Our Lives

David Sumpter · Bloomsbury Sigma
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover

Outnumbered is a journey to the dark side of mathematics, from how it dictates our social media activities to our travel routes. Algorithms are running our society, and as Facebook's Cambridge Analytica scandal has revealed, we don't even realize how our data has been used against...
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Online Danger: How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones From the Evil Side of the Internet

Eric Cole · Morgan James Publishing
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback

Cyberspace is an informative, fun, and educational place for the entire family, but danger lurks everywhere you turn online. From phishing to cyber bullying to identity theft, there are a myriad of ways that you and your loved ones could be harmed online, often with irreparable damage....
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SketchUp For Dummies

Aidan Chopra · John Wiley
Pages: 480
Format: Print book

Design almost anything in 3D with SketchUp Whether you've dabbled in drawing in 3D or are interested in learning the basics of design, SketchUp For Dummies makes it fast and easy to learn the ropes of a powerful, user-friendly tool to bring your design ideas to life. From creating a basic...
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JavaScript Absolute Beginner's Guide

Kirupa Chinnathambi · Que
Pages: 416
Format: Print book

JavaScript Absolute Beginner's Guide No experience necessary Make the most of JavaScript -- even if you've never programmed anything before. This book is the fastest way to learn JavaScript and use it together with CSS3 and HTML5 to create powerful web and mobile experiences. Learn how to do what...
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My iPhone

BRAD MISER · Que Publishing
Pages: 736
Format: Paperback

Covers all iPhones capable of running iOS 11. Step-by-step instructions with callouts to iPhone images that show you exactly what to do. Help when you run into iPhone problems or limitations. Tips and Notes to help you get the most from your iPhone. Full-color, step-by-step...
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Teach Yourself VISUALLY macOS High Sierra

McFedries · Visual
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback

Take a guided tour of macOS High Sierra and discover just how much your Mac can do Teach Yourself VISUALLY macOS High Sierra is the perfect introduction to Apple's operating system. With clear, step-by-step instructions and plenty of rich visuals, it walks you through the new macOS...
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Learn Python 3 the Hard Way: A Very Simple Introduction to the Terrifyingly Beautiful World of Computers and Code

ZED A SHAW · Addison-Wesley Professional
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback

You Will Learn Python 3! Zed Shaw has perfected the world's best system for learning Python 3. Follow it and you will succeed - just like the millions of beginners Zed has taught to date! You bring the discipline, commitment, and persistence; the author supplies everything else. In Learn...
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Coding for Parents: Everything you need to know to confidently help with homework

FRAZER WILSON · Sterling
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback

Facing the daunting prospect of helping your children with their coding homework?Coding for Parents teaches you what you need to know . . . so you can teach your kids! Unlock the mysteries of coding with this easy-to-follow and well-illustrated guide - and help your kids ace their coding...
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AutoCAD 2018 Beginning and Intermediate

MUNIR HAMAD · Mercury Learning & Information
Pages: 800
Format: Paperback

This book is the most comprehensive book you will find on AutoCAD 2018 - 2D Drafting. Covering all of the 2D concepts, it uses both metric and imperial units to illustrate the myriad drawing and editing tools for this popular application. Use the companion disc to set up drawing exercises...
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IPHONE FOR DUMMIES

EDWARD C BAIG · For Dummies
Pages: 416

The iPhone boot camp for getting the most out of your device iPhone For Dummies is the ultimate user-friendly guide to the iPhone Whether you're new to the iPhone or just want to get more out of it, this book will show you the essentials you need to know to take full advantage of the major...
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Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 7: Covers iOS 10 and all models of iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPhone SE

Hart-Davis · Visual
Pages: 320
Format: Print book

A visual guide to the latest iPhone technology Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone is the visual guide to mastering the powerful features and functionality of Apple's latest smartphone. Whether you're a newbie or upgrading to the latest model, this easy to navigate guide features visually...
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PHP and MySQL web development

Luke Welling; Laura Thomson · Addison-Wesley
Format:  Print book : English : 5th edView all editions and formats

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iPhone 5, SE, 6 & 7 Made Easy

Chris Smith · Flame Tree Publishing
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback

The latest versions of the iphone have enhanced features and this guide will help you to get the most out of them. The iPhone 7 is an incredible, feature-rich phone and easy to use if you know how. As one of the most popular smartphones, almost everyone needs to know how to use this fundamental...
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