As the Twisted project’s originator and nominal leader—and as someone who is not being paid for writing this—I can very honestly say that this is a fine book, and it has made me proud of what I’ve started. You now hold in your hands a wondrous key that contains the knowledge to unlock a very powerful software system—a software system borne of a consistent, methodical vision; a vision …
Internet use and social networking by young people is the first of a series of short reports that provide detailed analysis of particular topics from a major piece of community research commissioned by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
"When it comes to looking for a job, it's not what you know, it's who you know." Well, there are a couple of major problems with that nugget of wisdom: If you know a lot of people, but they are not aware of (a) the collection of skills, experience and talent you offer or (b) the types of employment you are seeking, they can’t help you. If you know a lot of people, but you don’t h…
The phone service and system is a necessity for any successful organization. Having the right hardware and software is strikingly imperative. Although embedded with many fine details that must be focused closely on, transitioning from a traditional analog phone system to one with Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) capabilities does not have to be an intimidating process. With reliable resource…
More than ever, organizations require trusted, high quality data to satisfy governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives. Organizations are discovering that poor quality data has a significant impact on their ability to support business processes, comply with industry regulators, and to make accurate decisions and are raising the visibility of data quality activities within their enterpri…
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Identity—the very essence of who we are and how we interact with others—is in the middle of a period of extraordinary tumult. The Internet and a host of new communications technologies have transformed the concept of identity and redefined our relationships to businesses, governments and constantly churning networks of friends and peers. Growing numbers of digital natives now define thems…
PREFACE THE Traffic Library consists of twenty-five volumes. The information which it contains is both practical and authentic. It embraces the field of freight, express and parcel post rates and services, and comprehends a systematic and scientific study of the principles and problems of the second greatest industry in America — Transportation. The information is arranged in correlat…
PREFACE ALL transportation and functions of common carriers are not controlled by the Act to Regulate Commerce and other federal legislation. There are forms of transportation and corporate rights, responsibilities and duties of carriers, which do not come within the purview of the national system of regulation. The Act to Regulate Commerce was intended by Congress to afford an effecti…
Computer systems are coming of age. As computer systems become more prevalent, sophisticated, embedded in physical processes, and interconnected, society becomes more vulnerable to poor system design, accidents that disable systems, and attacks on computer systems. Without more responsible design and use, system disruptions will increase, with harmful consequences for society. They will also re…
The 1999 World Trade Organization (WTO) protest in Seattle was a defining moment in how local law enforcement manages mass demonstra- tions.Even the most memorable demonstrations, including the 1968 Democratic National Con- vention (DNC) in Chicago and the anti-war protest at Kent State University, were not organ- ized or carried out with the intent to cause injury or large-scale destruction. H…
Preface This volume represents the summed efforts of many dedicated individuals. As a representative of the Subcommittee, 1 would like to acknowledge the kind assistance rendered by some of them. Mr. Sheldon Novick, Miss Mary Wayne, and Mr. Lin Mattison edited the report, and offered valuable advice. Mrs. Kathleen Berman, Mrs. Joan Pintchuk, and Miss Robyn Knefel helped type the prepublica…
All organizations are subject to fraud risks. Large frauds have led to the downfall of entire organizations, massive investment losses, significant legal costs, incarceration of key individuals, and erosion of confidence in capital markets. Publicized fraudulent behavior by key executives has negatively impacted the reputations, brands, and images of many organizations around the globe. Regula…
Business intelligence, including reporting and analytics, is essential to an organization’s survival and growth. Understanding your data and turning it into actionable insights is the key to sustaining and growing your business. As companies recognize this need, the employees that facilitate these insights, also known as “data scientists,” are highly sought after across the board. Microso…