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This revised and expanded edition presents the analytic modeling of queues using up-to-date examples. It contains additional material (call centers and simulation), discussions (Transform Approximation Method and Level Crossing Analysis), and exercises.

Discover how algorithms shape and impact our digital world All data, big or small, starts with algorithms. Algorithms are mathematical equations that determine what we see based on our likes, dislikes, queries, views, interests, relationships, and more online.

Everything aspiring authors need to write, publish, and sell a children's book Everyone loves a children's book and many dream about writing one.

The ideal hands-on reference for piano students who want to strengthen their skills and refine their technique--and the perfect companion and next step to the bestselling Piano For Dummies. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

The fun and easy way to start playing classical guitar For guitarists and would-be guitarists who want to pick up classical guitar techniques and explore the classical repertoire, this new guide offers hands-on instruction in the fundamentals as well as the practice exercises players need to take their skills to the next level.

Texas Holda em has never been more popular----;television shows such as ESPNa s World Series of Poker, Bravo and NBCa s Celebrity Poker Showdown, and the Travel Channela s World Poker Tour draw huge audiences, and an estimated 1. 88 million people play online poker every month.

Half the states in the U.S. offer some form of casino gambling, and gamblers spent over $2 billion at American casinos in 2004. This hands-on guide shows would-be high rollers how to maximize winnings and minimize losses in the most popular casino games-poker, blackjack, keno, baccarat, craps, roulette, slot machines, and even sports wagering.

PLANTS AS BIOREACTORS FOR INDUSTRIAL MOLECULESAn incisive and practical discussion of how to use plants as bioreactorsIn Plants as Bioreactors for Industrial Molecules, a team of distinguished researchers delivers an insightful and global perspective on the use of plants as bioreactors. In the book, you'll find coverage of the basic, applied, biosynthetic, and translational approaches to the exploitation of plant technology in the production of high-value biomolecules. The authors focus on the yield and quality of amino acids, vitamins, and carbohydrates.The authors explain how high-value biomolecules enable developers to create cost-effective biological systems for the production of biomolecules useful in a variety of sectors. They provide a holistic approach to plant-based biological devices to produce natural molecules of relevance to the health and agriculture industries.Readers will also find:* A thorough overview of plants as bioreactors and discussions of molecular farming for the production of pharmaceutical proteins in plants* Comprehensive explorations of plants as edible vaccines and plant cell culture for biopharmaceuticals* Practical discussions of the production of attenuated viral particles as vaccines in plants and insecticidal protein production in transgenic plants* Extensive treatment of the regulatory challenges involved in using plants as bioreactorsPerfect for academics, scientists, and researchers in industrial microbiology and biotechnology, Plants as Bioreactors for Industrial Molecules will also earn a place in the libraries of biotechnology company professionals in applied product development.

Harness the planet's most numerous resources with this comprehensive guideMicroorganisms constitute the invisible majority of all living creatures on Earth. They are found virtually everywhere on the planet, including environments too extreme for any larger organisms to exist. They form a hugely significant resource whose potential value for human society cannot be overlooked. The creation of microorganism-based bioreactors for the industrial production of valuable biomolecules has the potential to revolutionize a range of industries and fields.Microbial Bioreactors for Industrial Molecules provides a comprehensive introduction to these bioresources. It covers all potential approaches to the use of microbial technology and the production of high-value biomolecules for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agricultural industries, among others. The book's rigorous detail and global, holistic approach to harnessing the power of the planetary microbiome make it an invaluable introduction to this growing area of research and production.Readers will also find:* Detailed coverage of basic, applied, biosynthetic, and translational approaches to the use of microbial technology* Discussion of industrially produced microbe-borne enzymes including invertase, lipase, keratinase, protease, and more* Approaches for using microbial bioreactors to generate biofuelsMicrobial Bioreactors for Industrial Molecules is essential for scientists and researchers in microbiology and biotechnology, as well as for professionals in the biotech industries and graduate students studying the applications of the life sciences.

Transform your school and your classroom with these best practices in equityThat the typical modern classroom lacks equity will come as no surprise to many educators. But few resources explain how to remedy that situation in the here and now.Leading Equity delivers an eye-opening and actionable discussion of how to transform a classroom or school into a more equitable place. Through explorations of ten concrete steps that you can take right now, Dr. Sheldon L. Eakins offers you the skills, resources, and concepts you'll need to address common equity deficiencies in education. You'll learn about:* Things you can do today to advance the cause of equity in your classroom, from reconsidering your language choices to getting to know yourself and your students* Using social justice as the basis for your advocacy for equity* How to promote a decolonial atmosphere and model vulnerability and humility for your students and colleaguesIdeal for educators and educational leaders at all stages of their careers, Leading Equity will help you improve your ability to offer an equitable environment to all of your students.

A practical blueprint to rebuilding an education system that is no longer working for its studentsIn From Reopen to Reinvent, distinguished education strategist Michael B. Horn delivers a provocative and eye-opening call to action for the overthrow of an education system that is not working well for any of its students. Grounded in what educators should build in its place to address the challenges that stem from widespread unmet learning needs, the book walks readers through the design of a better path forward.Using time-tested leadership and innovation frameworks like Jobs to Be Done, "Begin with the End," tools of cooperation, threat-rigidity, and discovery-driven planning, From Reopen to Reinvent offers a prescriptive and holistic approach to the purpose of schooling, the importance of focusing on mastery for each student, and the ideal use of technology. It also provides readers with:* A set of processes and ideals that schools should implement to deal with the challenges they presently face* A way to transform threats into opportunities using threat-rigidity research* A discussion of how the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that schools are not as flexible and equitable as we need them to bePerfect for K-12 educators and parents and school board members involved in the school community, From Reopen to Reinvent is also an essential resource for professionals working in education-related non-profits and state education agencies.

Stay informed about every major and recent development in the law of intellectual property in the US In the 2022 Cumulative Supplement to the 5th edition of Intellectual Property: Valuation, Exploitation, and Infringement Damages, a renowned team of authors delivers a comprehensive and authoritative review of the most relevant and impactful changes to the legal regime governing intellectual property in the United States. Current to the year 2022, the Supplement explores the legislative and regulatory changes, as well as major developments in case law, affecting intellectual property in the US. An indispensable update for lawyers advising founders, entrepreneurs, and executives in any industry, and business leaders themselves, this volume is a one-stop resource covering every applicable recent change in a rapidly evolving area of the law.

Raising funds to fulfill a nonprofit organization's goals is critical to its success, but fundraising regulations are an increasingly complex maze. The Law of Fundraising, Fifth Edition is the definitive guide to demystifying federal and state fundraising regulations.

Your step-by-step roadmap to unlocking the full potential of your new Galaxy S22Your new Samsung Galaxy S22 is packed with more features than you can count. So, how should you go about using this fantastic phone to its fullest? With some friendly and expert help from Samsung Galaxy S22 For Dummies!This book on Samsung's latest version of its flagship smartphone will walk you through every important function and feature on the S22. Want to make a call or send an email? Samsung Galaxy S22 For Dummies will show you how to set up your accounts and contacts to help you stay in touch with your friends and family. More interested in playing some new games or using the latest app? Flip to the chapter on accessing the Google Play Store and grab your favorite downloads.You'll find step-by-step descriptions, complete with helpful screenshots and pictures, to help you:* Understand the home screen, buttons, and menus of your new phone so you can navigate it with ease* Customize your phone with ringtones, wallpapers, lock screens, and widgets* Improve your productivity with functional apps like Calendar and GPSWhether this is your first Samsung phone, or just the latest in a long line of them, Samsung Galaxy S22 For Dummies is your secret weapon to unlocking the full potential of one of the most powerful smartphones on the market today.

Prepare for test success with this all-in-one CASP+ Certification Kit!The kit includes:CASP+ Study Guide: Exam CAS-004, Fourth Edition, builds on the popular Sybex Study Guide approach, providing 100% coverage of the CASP+ Exam CAS-004 objectives. The book contains clear and concise information on crucial security topics. It includes practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience, as well as exam highlights and end-of-chapter review questions. The comprehensive study resource provides authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including:* Security Architecture* Security Operations* Security Engineering and Cryptography* Governance, Risk, and ComplianceBecause the exam focuses on practical applications of key security concepts, the book includes an appendix of additional hands-on labs.CASP+ Practice Tests: Exam CAS-004, Second Edition, provides hundreds of domain-by domain questions, covering the CASP+ objectives, PLUS two additional practice exams, for a total of 1,000 practice test questions.You'll also get one year of FREE access after activation to the Sybex interactive learning environment and online test bank. Let this book help you gain the confidence you need for taking the CASP+ Exam CAS-004 and prepare you for test success.

A guided journey revealing hidden values and buried treasures while negotiating the investing landscape.A metaphorical journey through the hot, shifting sands of the capital markets 'desert' to awaken readers to the urgency of the "Behavior Gap"--a chronic gap of under-performance relative to the markets experienced by investors worldwide.This is a roadmap of portfolio management concepts and contrarian tactics that can turn misbehaviors, undue risks, and short-term gambles into longer-term strengths. Through 27 chapters and four tiers, the author progressively introduces more powerful tools & techniques used in the founding and ongoing management of the Oasis Growth Fund, a North American Hedge Fund.

Crush siloes by connecting teams, data, and technologies with a new systems-based approach to growth.Growing a business in the 21st Century has become a capital intensive and data-driven team sport. In Revenue Operations: A New Way to Align Sales and Marketing, Monetize Data, and Ignite Growth, an accomplished team of practitioners, academics, and experts provide a proven system for aligning revenue teams and unlocking growth. The book shows everyone how to connect the dots across an increasingly complex technology ecosystem to simplify selling and accelerate revenue expansion. With Revenue Operations, you'll understand what it takes to successfully transition to the new system of growth without killing your existing business. This practical and executable approach can be used by virtually any business - large or small, regardless of history or industry - that wants to generate more growth and value. By reading this book you will find:* Real-world case studies and personal experiences from executives across an array of high technology, commercial, industrial, services, consumer, and cloud-based businesses.* The six core elements of a system for managing your commercial operations, digital selling infrastructure, and customer data assets.* Nine building-blocks that connect the dots across your sales and marketing technology ecosystem to generate more consistent growth and a better customer experience at lower costs.* The skills and tools that next generation growth leaders will need to chart the roadmap for a successful career in any growth discipline for the next 25 years.An indispensable resource for anyone who wants to get more from their business - board members, CEOs, business unit leaders, strategists, thought leaders, analysts, operations professionals, partners, and front-line doers in sales, marketing, and service - Revenue Operations is based on over one thousand surveys of and interviews with business professionals conducted during 2020 and 2021. It also includes a comprehensive analysis of the sales and marketing technology landscape. As a perfectly balanced combination of academic insight and data-driven application, this book belongs on the bookshelves of anyone responsible for driving revenue and growth.

Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today BestsellerUnlock the power of flexible work with this practical "how-to" guide from the leadership of Slack and Future ForumThe way we work has changed. The era of toiling from nine-to-five, five-days-a-week in the office is now a relic of the past, and is being replaced by a better way--flexible work. But flexibility means a lot more than a day or two a week to "work from home": 93% of your employees want more flexibility in when, not just where, they work. They want choice and they are leaving their roles to find it. The most successful leaders will go much further than offering occasional remote workdays--they will redesign every aspect of how work gets done, from defining how they measure organizational success to training their managers to make it happen.How the Future Works: Leading Flexible Teams to Do The Best Work of Their Lives offers a blueprint for using flexible work to unlock the potential of your people. The book offers the steps necessary to building the new principles and guardrails to empower flexible, high-performing teams. And it teaches readers to lead with purpose, to manage and measure differently, and to believe that by letting go, they'll get more back than they thought possible.How the Future Works explains how to:* Establish leadership principles, commitments, and outcomes for truly flexible teamwork* Measure and assess productivity in a flexible workplace* Reskill managers to ensure a level playing field for all employees* Implement the infrastructure necessary to make flexible work successfulUsing original research from Future Forum, a consortium by Slack, and global case studies from leading companies such as Levi Strauss & Co., Genentech, Royal Bank of Canada, and IBM, How the Future Works offers concrete solutions and practical steps for building high functioning teams of talented, engaged people by providing them with the flexibility and choice they need to do their best work.

Mind your online P's and Q's with this expert digital manners guideConducting yourself online can be challenging. It sometimes seems like the web and social media is tailor-made to cause upset and anger. But, with the right guide, anyone can learn how to be a beacon of civility and politeness online. In Digital Etiquette For Dummies, a team of online communication experts share their combined insights into improving your presence on social media, writing emails that exude positivity and clarity, behaving correctly in virtual meetings, and much more. You'll become a paragon of politeness as you learn to apply the timeless rules of etiquette to the unique environment of the web, social media, email, Zoom, and smartphones.In this book, you'll also:* Learn near-universal etiquette rules for email, social media, cellphones, and more* Discover ways to make sure that your polite attitude isn't being lost in the text-only context of a business email* Avoid common social media pitfalls and digital faux pas that can trip up even the most careful communicatorsA great handbook for anyone who uses digital communication in business or in their personal life (so, pretty much everyone), Digital Etiquette For Dummies also belongs on the reading lists of those trying to improve their online interactions on social media.

An actionable blueprint for transformational business journeysLeading transformation in teams, businesses, and organizations is complex, and leaders are expected to know how to do it. This book provides the clear thinking required to navigate this challenge.In Navigate the Swirl: 7 Conversations for Business Transformation renowned growth and strategy leader Richard Hawkes delivers a simple and powerful framework that any team can apply to overcome the most common leadership challenges to growing and scaling companies, known as "The Swirl." In this straightforward book, he draws on decades of experience guiding teams to implement strategic change at companies like Edward Jones, GENEWIZ, Hitachi, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Mars, and Chicos. In this book you will learn:* To understand and lead disruptive change in a complex social system - your company* Ways to visualize and diagnose the essential working parts of a company* How to apply an integrated toolset for teams to lead organizational change and business transformation* How to create transformational journey maps that leaders, teams, businesses, and companies must apply to unleash growth potential and agility* How networks of teams should work together to develop each other's leadership and to manage and accelerate changeWritten as a practical guide for business and team leaders, Navigate the Swirl: 7 Conversations for Business Transformation belongs on the desks and in the hands of every purpose driven leader.

Practical and insightful solutions to the growing problem of academic dishonestyIn Cheating Academic Integrity: Lessons from 30 Years of Research, a team of renowned academic integrity experts delivers revealing and practicing insights into the causes of--and solutions to--academic cheating by students. This edited volume combines leading research from an interdisciplinary group of scholars, offering readers an overview of the most important topics and trends in academic integrity research.The book focuses on teaching, classrooms, and faculty behavior and offers a glimpse into the future of this rapidly developing field. Readers will also find:* Discussions of the newest forms of cheating, including online "contract cheating" and "paper mills" and the methods used to combat them* Explorations of the prevalence of cheating and plagiarism between 1990 and 2020* Psychological perspectives on the student motivations underlying academic integrity violations* Teaching and learning approaches to reduce academic misconduct in both online and in-person coursesA must-read resource for administrators, leaders, and policymakers involved with higher education, Cheating Academic Integrity also belongs on the bookshelves of school administrators-in-training and others preparing for a career in education.

The Fifth Edition of the CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 offers accessible and essential test preparation material for the popular A+ certification. Providing full coverage of all A+ exam objectives and competencies covered on the latest Core 1 and Core 2 exams, the book ensures you'll have the skills and knowledge to confidently succeed on the test and in the field as a new or early-career computer technician.The book presents material on mobile devices, hardware, networking, virtualization and cloud computing, network, hardware, and software troubleshooting, operating systems, security, and operational procedures. Comprehensive discussions of all areas covered by the exams will give you a head start as you begin your career as a computer technician.This new edition also offers:* Accessible and easy-to-follow organization perfect to prepare you for one of the most popular certification exams on the market today* Opportunities to practice skills that are in extraordinary demand in the IT industry* Access to the Sybex online test bank, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key termsPerfect for anyone prepping for the Core 1 and Core 2 A+ exams, CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 is a must-have resource for new and early-career computer technicians seeking to improve their skills and increase their efficacy in the field.

The ultimate resource for successful certification and IT skillset enhancementThe newly revised and updated Fifth Edition of the CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide with Online Labs: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 is the ultimate test preparation tool for anyone hoping to succeed on the highly sought-after A+ certification exams.This comprehensive set of study aids covers every exam objective and competency tested by the Core 1 and Core 2 exams. You'll find coverage of mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing, hardware and network troubleshooting, operating systems, security, software trouble shooting, and operational procedures.The book also includes:* Practical examples and real-world insights drawn from the experiences of actual computer technicians* 6 months of access to 28 online A+ Core 2 Exam 220-1102 Practice Lab modules* Access to the Sybex online test bank, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a searchable glossary of key termsPerfect for anyone preparing for the popular A+ certification exams, CompTIA A+ Complete Deluxe Study Guide with Online Labs: Core 1 Exam 220-1101 and Core 2 Exam 220-1102 is also an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to improve their computer technician skillset and better their performance on the job.

HYDROGEN SULFIDECovers H2S interactions, methods of detection and delivery in biological environments, and a wide range of applicationsResearch on hydrogen sulfide (H2S) spans diverse disciplines including chemistry, biology, and physiology. In recent years, new materials and approaches have been developed to deliver H2S and related reactive sulfur species in various clinical contexts. Although many biological pathways involving H2S are complex, all are governed by fundamental chemical interactions between reactive sulfur species and other molecular entities.Hydrogen Sulfide: Chemical Biology Basics, Detection Methods, Therapeutic Applications, and Case Studies provides the foundation required for understanding the fundamental chemical biology of H2S while highlighting the compound's therapeutic potential and medicinal applications. This book covers key aspects of H2S chemical biology, including the fundamental chemistry of reactive sulfur species; the measurement, detection, and delivery of H2S in biological environments; and the therapeutic and medicinal uses of exogenous H2S delivery in various pharmacologically relevant systems. Throughout the text, editor Michael Pluth and chapter contributors discuss the opportunities and future of the multidisciplinary field.* Provides approaches for delivering H2S with relevance to biological and therapeutic applications* Describes complex interactions of H2S with bioinorganic complexes and reactive sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen species* Summarizes advances in available tools to detect, measure, and modulate H2S levels in biological environments, such as real-time methods for H2S fluorescence imaging in live cell and animal systems* Helps readers understand known systems and make connections to new and undiscovered pathways and mechanisms of action* Includes in-depth case studies of different systems in which H2S plays an important roleHydrogen Sulfide: Chemical Biology Basics, Detection Methods, Therapeutic Applications, and Case Studies is an important source of current knowledge for researchers, academics, graduate students, and industrial scientists in the fields of redox biology, hydrogen sulfide research, and medicinal chemistry of small biological molecules.

Master the essential human component of digital transformationIn The Human Side of Digital Business Transformation, veteran emerging technology expert Kamales Lardi delivers an essential and practical exploration of the real-world implementation of digital transformation. The book teaches readers how to drive digital business transformation success by addressing a key element - the people side of transformation. This includes managing internal stakeholders, such as leadership teams and employees, as well as external stakeholders, such as customer, partners and supplier.The author provides a proven digital business transformation framework that facilitates the successful execution of new digital solutions. She also discusses:* Digital maturity and transformation readiness assessments complete with supplementary, online tools* Best practices and key learnings that drive the human side of transformation* Real-world case studies and examples from renowned business leaders that offer success factorsA can't-miss resource for leadership teams, management, and board members, as well as change managers and leaders in organizations, The Human Side of Digital Business Transformation will also be invaluable for students in business and executive education programs, consultants, and other business leaders interested in digital transformation.

A practical blueprint for successful, measurable, and impactful DEI initiativesIn Data-Driven DEI: The Tools and Metrics You Need to Measure, Analyze, and Improve Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Dr. Randal Pinkett, a renowned diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) thought leader delivers a practical and evidence-based blueprint to achieving lasting impact with your DEI initiatives. Dr. Pinkett has created a simple, step-by-step process to assess the current state of your DEI, analyze that data to create a personal and organizational action plan, and implement data-driven, science-based, and technology-enabled interventions for greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. The book provides:* Tools and instruments to assess your personal preferences and competencies as well as your organizational culture, climate, policies, and practices* Strategies and proven practices to mitigate bias, improve decision-making, foster innovation, and expand thinking preferences, cultural competence, inclusive leadership, allyship and more* A library of measures, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge progress, evaluate results and demonstrate impactAn indispensable resource for individual contributors, managers, executives, founders, entrepreneurs, and other business leaders, Data-Driven DEI deserves a place on the bookshelf of any professional seeking to have a real-world impact that delivers personal and organizational results.