Wednesday, October 13, 2010

The Internet : A User`s Guide

K.L. JAMES, is Technical Officer, Computer Centre, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. With over two decades of experience in teaching and research, he has designed and implemented several software projects at different levels. The author has many computer books to his credit. He has also published several technology articles in leading journals.

In this new era, the Internet has changed the ways of doing business activities, learning methods, teaching strategy, communication styles and social networking. This book attempts to answer and solve all the mysteries entangled with the Web world.

Now in its second edition, the book discusses all the updated topics related to the Internet. Beginning with an overview of the Internet, the book sails through the evolution and growth of the Internet, its working, hardware and software requirements, protocols used, e-mail techniques, various Internet security threats and the methods of using and configuring different security solutions, file transfer methods and several other Internet services with all the details illustrated through live screenshots.

Presented in a simple yet engaging style and cogent language, this book will be useful for any course introducing students to the Internet or where the Internet is a part of the curriculum. It will also immensely benefit all those who are interested in developing the necessary skills to use the Internet.

WHAT IS NEW TO THIS EDITION :

Chapters on Internet Telephony and Web Conferencing, Blogs and Social Networking

Inclusion of topics such as Web 2.0, Web 3.0 technologies, IPv6, VoIP, Wikis, SMS and Blogs

Detailed features of the newest Internet tools and software applications including open-source, free and cross-platform types

Comprehensive and updated Internet dictionary acquainting with the Web world terminologies

ISBN: 9788120340299
Published by: PHI Learning
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Friday, October 8, 2010

The Great Horizon

A short biography of Alexander Fleming, the man who discovered penicillin, a magical healer of many deadly diseases. This wonder drug in was discovered 1928 at a time when humans were prey to many diseases. Penicillin has been singularly been responsible for not only eradicating and controlling many ailments but also contributing to the average human longevity.

ISBN: 8188588059
Author: Dasgupta, Debabrata
Published by: Dolphin Books
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The Economics Of Growth

ilippe Aghion Robert C. Waggoner Professor of Economics at Harvard University.

Peter Howitt Lyn Crost Professor of Social Sciences at Brown University.

ISBN: 9788120340640
Author: Philippe Aghion & Peter Howitt
Published by: PHI Learning
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Thursday, October 7, 2010

The Dynamic Earth System

A. M. PATWARDHAN (Ph.D.) has been Professor of Geology and Head, Department of Environmental Science, University of Pune. He has also been Director, Interdisciplinary School (Science), University of Pune.

Addressed to students and teachers of Earth Science as well as professional enthusiasts exploring the spectrum of the subject through applied disciplines, this second edition of the well-received text presents an insight into the Earth’s unique internal structure and composition. It facilitates easy comprehension of the complex dynamic mechanism of Plate Tectonics and processes, involving mantle–crust interaction, surface modification and biogeochemical cycles. The book also interconnects the magmatic, metamorphic and sedimentary processes within the framework of Plate Tectonics.

The final chapter is devoted to the causes of natural disasters and environmental threats and their management.

The second edition spreads the subject matter into 14 chapters, putting more focus on the dynamic processes operating inside and on the surface of the Earth। It is replete with examples from the Indian geological record, making the book useful and stimulating for students, researchers, teachers and professionals alike.

ISBN: 9788120340527
Published by: PHI Learning
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Textbook Of Production Engineering

K. C. Jain, Ph.D., is Senior Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Prestige Institute of Engineering and Science (PIES), Indore. Earlier he has been the Director, Govindram Seksaria Institute of Management and Research (GSIMR), Indore, and Dean, Faculty of Industrial Technology, Rajiv Gandhi University of Technology, Bhopal. Dr. Jain has more than four decades of teaching experience in Mechanical Engineering and Production Engineering. He has authored a number of books on various subjects related to these fields.

A. K. Chitale, Ph.D., is former Director and Academic Advisor, GSIMR, Indore. Dr. Chitale has more than four decades of experience of teaching and research in Mechanical Engineering and Production Engineering. He has authored a number of books on these subjects.

This textbook offers exhaustive coverage of the fundamental concepts and applications of production engineering. It is intended to serve the needs of the undergraduate students of Mechanical Engineering and Production Engineering. The postgraduate students of Mechanical Engineering and Production Engineering will also find the book highly useful.

The text is divided into five parts. The first part covers the various theoretical, design, and process aspects of metal cutting. The design and mechanisms of various machine tools and their parts are presented in the second part. The third part of the book deals with various aspects of precision measurement and manufacturing. The concept and processes of metal working, and the design of press tools, are covered in the fourth part. The fifth part presents the various modern methods of manufacturing such as ultrasonic machining (USM), electrochemical deburring (ECD), and hot machining.

A variety of worked-out examples and end-of-chapter review questions are provided to strengthen the grasp as well as to test the comprehension of the underlying concepts and principles. The text is extensively illustrated to aid the students in gaining a thorough understanding of various production processes and the principles behind them.

ISBN: 9788120335264
Author: K. C. Jain & A. K. Chitale
Published by: PHI Learning
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Monday, October 4, 2010

Textbook Of Computer Science : For Class Xii

Seema Bhatnagar has been writing books, articles and columns about computer programming since 1990. She holds a Master’s in computer science and allied sciences besides degrees in education. She possesses 18 years experience in the field of imparting computer education in well known schools in New Delhi like Modern School, Don Bosco School, and Springdales School. Presently, Seema Bhatnagar is Principal of Delhi Public School Panipat City, Panipat. She has vast professional experience of having worked with CBSE, NCERT, National Institute of Open School and ICSE as subject matter expert in areas of head examinership, writing books, being on curriculum committees and setting question papers.

" Written in Accordance with CBSE Syllabus for Board Examination to be Held in 2009 and 2010

This textbook is a sequel to the Textbook of Computer Science for Class XI. It is written in a simple, direct style for maximum clarity. It comprehensively covers the Class XII CBSE syllabus of Computer Science (subject code 083). The goal of the book is to develop the student’s proficiency in fundamentals and make the learning process creative, engrossing and interesting. There are practice exercises and questions throughout the text, designed on the pattern of sample question papers published by CBSE.

The approach of this book is to teach the students through extensive “skill and drill” type exercises in order to make them high-ranking achievers in the Board examinations.

KEY FEATURES

 Provides accurate and balanced coverage of topics as prescribed in the CBSE syllabus code 083.

 Builds a solid programming foundation in C++.

 Students can prepare a Practical File with solved programming examples given in the text.

 End-of-chapter questions help teachers prepare assignments for self-practice by the students.

 End-of-chapter Programming Exercises help students in preparing for the Board practical examination.

 Solved questions at the end of each chapter prepare students for the Board theory examination.

For further guidance on how to use this book effectively, e-mail the author using seema_591@rediffmail.com"

ISBN: 9788120335189
Author: Seema Bhatnagar
Published by: PHI Learning
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Sunday, October 3, 2010

Practical Design Of Reinforced Concrete Structures

KARUNA MOY GHOSH, CEng, FIStructE (London), MIE Civil Engg (India), formerly Chief Structural Engineer with Kaiser Engineers and Constructors, Inc. and also with Mott MacDonald Group (London) and W.S. Atkins and Partners (India), has more than four decades of extensive professional experience in the fields of civil, structural and foundation engineering. He is the author of Foundation Design in Practice, published by PHI Learning, New Delhi.

This book is a comprehensive presentation of the practical aspects of analysis and design of reinforced concrete structures. Written on the basis of the British (BS) and European (Eurocode) codes of practices, this book is primarily meant for the undergraduate students of civil engineering. It will also be highly useful for structural engineers working in the fields of design, consultancy and construction involving reinforced concrete structures.

The text is organized into four parts, each dealing with the analysis and design of a specific type of reinforced concrete structure. The first part covers the multi-storeyed administrative/office building. The second part deals with the elevated storage bin structure used in steel plants. The elevated structural framework subjected to mechanical vibration is the subject matter of the third part. The fourth and final part discusses the precast reinforced concrete workshop building. The important activities required to be carried out prior to structural analysis—structural arrangement planning, materials selection, examination of buildability and environmental impact—are covered in the initial chapters in each part. This is followed by a step-by-step presentation of the analysis and design procedures for various structures and structural elements/members.

The book presents the various structural analyses and design calculations in an exhaustive manner. The text is illustrated with a large number of visuals. Important additional information relevant to this field can be found in the references provided at the end of various chapters. The STRAP structural analysis program for the multi-storeyed administrative/office building, and the vibration analysis of the elevated reinforced concrete framed structure, are provided in the Annexures to the book.

ISBN: 9788120340282
Author: KARUNA MOY GHOSH
Published by: PHI Learning
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