-Titulo Original : Beginning Programming With C For Dummies (for Dummies (computers))-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Learn to program with C quickly with this helpful For Dummies guide Beginning Programming with C For Dummies, 2nd Edition gives you plain-English explanations of the fundamental principles of C, arming you with the skills and know-how to expertly use one of the worlds most popular programming languages. Youll explore what goes into creating a program, how to put the pieces together, learn how to deal with standard programming challenges, and much more. Written by the bestselling author of C For Dummies, this updated guide explores the basic development concepts and techniques of C from a beginners point of view, and helps make sense of the how and why of C programming from the ground up. Beginning with an introduction to how programming languages function, the book goes on to explore how to work with integer expressions and character expressions, keep errors out of your code, use loops and functions, divide your code into modules, and become a functional programmer. Grasp C programming like a pro, even if youve never written a line of code Master basic development concepts and techniques in C Get rid of bugs and write programs that work Find all the code from the book and an updated C compiler on the companion website If youre a student or first-time programmer looking to master this object-oriented programming language, Beginning Programming with C For Dummies, 2nd Edition has you covered. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Think like a programmer and understand how C works Create programs and get bugs out of your code Master basic development concepts and techniques in C Work with the Code::Blocks C compiler, available online Programming made easy with the definitive guide to the popular C language Want to get started with programming but don’t know quite where to begin? This complete guide to learning C programming will help you start your journey! Learn to walk the programming walk while figuring out how to use C, install and use the compiler, work with loops, grasp objects and classes, and write real programs that work. Let’s get started - get a complete grasp of what computers need to work, what algorithms are, and how programming languages function Get functional - find out how to write simple expressions, declare integer variables, and make decisions within a program Exterminate - get the bugs out of your programs with an in-depth look at debugging, unit tests, and using predefined preprocessor commands Take it one step further - explore more advanced topics on your own, with tips on where to start and how to find more information Open the book and find: How programming languages work How to master basic development concepts in C Tips for getting rid of bugs in your code How to work with integer and character expressions The essential parts of control and looping structures How to use constructors and destructors How to build data structures that mimic the real world Advanced language features to ramp up your code Visit the companion website at dummies /extras/beginningprogrammingcplusplus for code from the book and an updated C compiler. From the Back Cover Learn to: Think like a programmer and understand how C works Create programs and get bugs out of your code Master basic development concepts and techniques in C Work with the Code::Blocks C compiler, available online Programming made easy with the definitive guide to the popular C language Want to get started with programming but don’t know quite where to begin? This complete guide to learning C programming will help you start your journey! Learn to walk the programming walk while figuring out how to use C, install and use the compiler, work with loops, grasp objects and classes, and write real programs that work. Let’s get started - get a complete grasp of what computers need to work, what algorithms are, and how programming languages function Get ...

-Titulo Original : C For Dummies (for Dummies (computers))-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: The best-selling C For Dummies book makes C easier! C For Dummies, 7th Edition is the best-selling C guide on the market, fully revised for the 2014 update. With over 60% new content, this updated guide reflects the new standards, and includes a new Big Data focus that highlights the use of C among popular Big Data software solutions. The book provides step-by-step instruction from the ground up, helping beginners become programmers and allowing intermediate programmers to sharpen their skills. The companion website provides all code mentioned in the text, an updated GNU_C, the new C compiler, and other applications. By the end of the first chapter, you will have programmed your first C application! As one of the most commonly used programming languages, C is a must-have skill for programmers who wish to remain versatile and marketable. C For Dummies, 7th Edition provides clear, concise, expert instruction, which is organized for easy navigation and designed for hands-on learning. Whether youre new to programming, familiar with other languages, or just getting up to speed on the new libraries, features, and generics, this guide provides the information you need. Provides you with an introduction to C programming Helps you become a functional programmer Features information on classes, inheritance, and optional features Teaches you 10 ways to avoid adding bugs The book incorporates the newest C features into the fundamental instruction, allowing beginners to learn the update as they learn the language. Staying current on the latest developments is a crucial part of being a programmer, and C For Dummies, 7th Edition gets you started off on the right foot. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Program in C from the ground up Write your first program in C Work with master classes and inheritance Sail through streaming I/O The bestselling guide that shows you how to master C from the ground up Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate programmer looking to fine-tune your skills, C For Dummies gives you clear instructions and guidance on becoming a functional C programmer. Updated to reflect the latest changes for C 2014, this hands-on guide shows you how to make sense of classes, inheritance, and advanced strokes-and much more. C Programming 101 - find out what it means to write a computer program, learn to speak the C language, and start crunching C commands Put the “fun” in functional programming - build upon your newly-gained knowledge to bundle sections of C code into modules, and then reuse those modules in programs The plot thickens - get the scoop on object-oriented programming and grasp classes, constructors, destructors, and much more Fly first class - understand why inheritance is the key to effective C programming, and become a first-rate object-oriented programmer Become a master programmer - take your skills to the next level and master features like file input/output, error-handling, constructs, and templates Open the book and find: How to create your first program in Code::Blocks Mathematical and logical operations An introduction to pointers What you need to know about object-oriented programming How to use the copy constructor Ways to handle errors and keep your program from being hacked A companion website that features all the code from the book From the Back Cover Learn to: Program in C from the ground up Write your first program in C Work with master classes and inheritance Sail through streaming I/O The bestselling guide that shows you how to master C from the ground up Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate programmer looking to fine-tune your skills, C For Dummies gives you clear instructions and guidance on becoming a functional C programmer. Updated to reflect the latest changes for C 2014, this hands-on guide shows you how to make sense of classes, inheritance, and advanced strokes-and muc...

-Titulo Original : Oracle 12c For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Demystifying the power of the Oracle 12c database The Oracle database is the industry-leading relational database management system (RDMS) used from small companies to the world’s largest enterprises alike for their most critical business and analytical processing. Oracle 12c includes industry leading enhancements to enable cloud computing and empowers users to manage both Big Data and traditional data structures faster and cheaper than ever before. Oracle 12c For Dummies is the perfect guide for a novice database administrator or an Oracle DBA who is new to Oracle 12c. The book covers what you need to know about Oracle 12c architecture, software tools, and how to successfully manage Oracle databases in the real world. Highlights the important features of Oracle 12c Explains how to create, populate, protect, tune, and troubleshoot a new Oracle database Covers advanced Oracle 12c technologies including Oracle Multitenant-the pluggable database concept-as well as several other key changes in this release Make the most of Oracle 12cs improved efficiency, stronger security, and simplified management capabilities with Oracle 12c For Dummies. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Design, install, and configure your Oracle 12c software stack Tune and maintain your database for optimal performance Protect, back up, and recover your valuable data Manage your database better and more easily than ever before Discover the power of Oracle and build, manage, and maintain an Oracle database If implementing and managing an Oracle database is part of your job (or the job you want!), this book is what you need. Youll see why Oracle is the enterprise database of choice, understand its architecture, and learn to create, implement, and fine-tune an Oracle database. Then youll learn to secure it, build a backup plan, and keep it running. Database essentials set up, deploy, and manage an Oracle 12c database and learn what to expect as an Oracle database administrator Cloudy is clear plug into the cloud; your Oracle 12c database is designed for cloud hosting Data is big use Oracles newest features to organize, analyze, and capitalize on existing data so you can get more from your big data Fine-tune for perfection learn to tune and maintain your database for optimal performance Safety first utilize the latest security features that ensure data privacy Keeping it happy make a checklist of database maintenance duties and police it appropriately Wait, theres more understand the architecture of Oracle Multitenant, a new feature that lets you consolidate multiple databases in the cloud Open the book and find: Why database architecture is important How to prepare for deployment Everything you need to know about the Oracle environment Advice on using the database configuration assistant Some SQL basics Database tune-up tips How to handle authentication Valuable troubleshooting advice From the Back Cover Learn to: Design, install, and configure your Oracle 12c software stack Tune and maintain your database for optimal performance Protect, back up, and recover your valuable data Manage your database better and more easily than ever before Discover the power of Oracle and build, manage, and maintain an Oracle database If implementing and managing an Oracle database is part of your job (or the job you want!), this book is what you need. Youll see why Oracle is the enterprise database of choice, understand its architecture, and learn to create, implement, and fine-tune an Oracle database. Then youll learn to secure it, build a backup plan, and keep it running. Database essentials set up, deploy, and manage an Oracle 12c database and learn what to expect as an Oracle database administrator Cloudy is clear plug into the cloud; your Oracle 12c database is designed for cloud hosting Data is big use Oracles newest features to organize, analyze, and capitalize on existing data so you c...

-Titulo Original : Beginning Html5 And Css3 For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Your full-color, friendly guide to getting started with HTML5 and CSS3! HTML and CSS are essential tools for creating dynamic websites and help make your websites even more effective and unique. This friendly-but-straightforward guide gets you started with the basics of the latest versions of HTML and CSS: HTML5 and CSS3. Introducing you to the syntax and structure of the languages, this helpful guide shows you how to create and view a web page, explains ideal usage of HTML5 and CSS3, walks you through the CSS3 rules and style sheets, addresses common mistakes and explains how to fix them, and explores interesting HTML5 tools. Serves as an ideal introduction to HTML5 and CSS3 for beginners with little to no web development experience Details the capabilities of HTML5 and CSS3 and how to use both to create responsive, practical, and well-designed websites Helps you understand how HTML5 and CSS3 are the foundation upon which hundreds of millions of web pages are built Features full-color illustrations to enhance your learning process Beginning HTML5 and CSS3 For Dummies is the perfect first step for getting started with the fundamentals of web development and design. From the Author Author Message from Chris Minnick As the new co-author for this long-running and very popular series, I thought Id take a moment to introduce myself and tell you what makes this book special. My education as a web developer started prior to the first edition of HTML For Dummies, but I do vividly remember first learning HTML way back in 1993. The entire process of writing and publishing web pages was new to me (and to almost everyone) back then, and I had many questions. I remember the frustration of following a tutorial and realizing that there was some required piece of knowledge that wasnt being mentioned. Without that one piece of the puzzle, which I didnt even know how to ask about, there seemed to be no hope of me making the leap from web user to web author. Eventually, however, I would have an ah-ha moment that would carry me to the next stumbling block and Id be forced to bumble around in the dark a while longer. Over time, I got really good at learning new web development skills -- but it wasnt the most efficient way to learn. When books on HTML and web development started coming out, I gobbled them up. Before we even met, several of Ed Tittels books were indispensable references during the first decade of my career as a web developer. I met Ed in 2000, when I was teaching Cold Fusion and Active Server Pages at Austin Community College, and he helped me get my start as a computer book author. After writing and co-writing several books, I got burned out on writing books and took some time off...about 10 years, to be more precise. I came out of my book-writing retirement to write WebKit For Dummies in 2011. Working with the team at Wiley was a great experience, and contributing to the For Dummies series is quite an honor for me. When Ed asked me to step in as his co-author for Beginning HTML5 and CSS3 For Dummies, I replied YES! within 1 minute of getting his email. I had already been thinking about how I would approach writing a new HTML book, and I was excited to find that Eds vision for the book was very close to mine and both of us were very much in line with the vision of the editors at Wiley. Our first decision was: This should be a book for beginners. We wanted to reach way back into our memories and remember every frustration we had when we were getting started, and figure out a better and more complete way to teach the basics. Next, we decided that this should be an HTML5 book, and XHTML would be mentioned as little as possible (and preferably not at all). With HTML5 now widely supported by web browsers, theres really no reason for anyone to learn, or try to use, XHTML. Finally, we decided that nearly all coverage of JavaScript would be cut. This was not an easy decision, ...

-Titulo Original : Ti-84 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Get up-to-speed on the functionality of your TI-84 Plus calculator Completely revised to cover the latest updates to the TI-84 Plus calculators, this bestselling guide will help you become the most savvy TI-84 Plus user in the classroom! Exploring the standard device, the updated device with USB plug and upgraded memory (the TI-84 Plus Silver Edition), and the upcoming color screen device, this book provides you with clear, understandable coverage of the TI-84s updated operating system. Details the new apps that are available for download to the calculator via the USB cable Walks you through menus and basic arithmetic Addresses graphing and analyzing functions as well as probability and statistics functions Explains how to use the calculator for geometry Reviews communicating with PCs and other calculators TI-84 Plus Graphic Calculator For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the perfect solution for getting comfortable with the new line of TI-84 calculators! From the Inside Flap Learn to: Work with all three calculators in the TI-84 Plus family Use functions for basic arithmetic, graphing and analysis, geometry, and probability Develop essential skills for the classroom Enable your calculator to communicate with your PC Learn to graph scatter plots, analyze statistical data, and even write calculator programs That TI-84 graphing calculator in your hand is one amazing device. This book will help you unlock all the magic, so youll be able to use your TI-84 Plus for much more than basic math. Learn to enter and evaluate complex numbers, analyze functions, graph polar equations and sequences, calculate mortgages, share calculator files with your PC, and more. Meet your TI-84 Plus get acquainted with the keypad, Home screen, menus, and mode settings Master math essentials use your calculator for basic arithmetic functions, work with fractions, and solve equations Tackle complex problems work with complex numbers and matrices and use the Math, Angle, and Test menus The graph factor graph functions, inequalities, parametric equations, polar equations, and sequences Oh, the probability explore probability, work with statistical data, and conduct statistical data analysis Mortgages are interesting use the TVM Solver to calculate mortgages, loans, and compound interest Bright spots import a photo to use as the background of a graph Plays well with others transfer files among different calculators and to your PC Open the book and find: Tips on dealing with fractions How to use the Equation Solver Ways to display complex results Graph formatting tips How to solve equations by graphing When to use the binomial theorem What you can do with TI Connect Suggestions for managing memory From the Back Cover Learn to: Work with all three calculators in the TI-84 Plus family Use functions for basic arithmetic, graphing and analysis, geometry, and probability Develop essential skills for the classroom Enable your calculator to communicate with your PC Learn to graph scatter plots, analyze statistical data, and even write calculator programs That TI-84 graphing calculator in your hand is one amazing device. This book will help you unlock all the magic, so youll be able to use your TI-84 Plus for much more than basic math. Learn to enter and evaluate complex numbers, analyze functions, graph polar equations and sequences, calculate mortgages, share calculator files with your PC, and more. Meet your TI-84 Plus get acquainted with the keypad, Home screen, menus, and mode settings Master math essentials use your calculator for basic arithmetic functions, work with fractions, and solve equations Tackle complex problems work with complex numbers and matrices and use the Math, Angle, and Test menus The graph factor graph functions, inequalities, parametric equations, polar equations, and sequences Oh, the probability explore probability, work with statistical data, and conduct st...

-Titulo Original : Microsoft Office Home And Student Edition 2013 All-in-one For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: The go-to reference for the new Office Home & Student 2013 The Home & Student version of Microsoft Office targets the home and education markets, covering the four applications most used outside the workplace: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. The minibooks in this essential All-in-One guide include real-world examples and projects that cover the new features and capabilities of Office 2013. Straightforward advice and beneficial projects help you to learn the basics of creating a resume in Word, establishing a home budget in Excel, developing a dynamic school presentation with PowerPoint, and taking notes in OneNote. Targets home and school users of Office 2013, who primarily use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote Walks you through how to use Office 2013 for everyday projects, such as creating a cover letter in Word or reusable templates in Excel Demonstrates how to jazz up a school presentation with PowerPoint Provides you with straightforward instructions for taking notes in OneNote Shares common Office 2010 tools and details the basics of the Office ribbon Office Home & Student 2013 All-in-One For Dummies is an easy-to-understand guide to the essentials of Office 2013! From the Inside Flap 8 books in 1 Common Office Tasks Word 2013 Excel® 2013 PowerPoint® 2013 OneNote® 2013 Working with Charts and Graphics Office 2013 One Step Beyond File Sharing and Collaborating Complete home and school projects with the same tools business pros use Whether youre adding footnotes to a term paper, creating a household budget, or adding video to a presentation, Microsoft Office Home & Student provides the tools you need to get the job done. This book offers the guidance to complete those tasks, along with many others, using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Its the easy way to become an Office pro at home or school. The Office family explore the similarities among the Office programs, learn to use the interface, and pick up some handy speed techniques The last Word master Word basics and learn to lay out pages, build tables, use the proofing tools, and create scholarly papers Excel at Excel create worksheets and workbooks, use formulas and functions, and discover how to analyze data Make your PowerPoint put together a professional-looking slide show and learn to make your presentation perfect One perfect note see how OneNote can help you keep, find, and manage study notes Chart-toppers use data from Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to develop charts that communicate Beyond the basics discover how to automate tasks with macros, add links, embed data, and collaborate online Open the book and find: The common tools found in Office applications Tricks for using Word Styles Secrets for creating mass mailings Ways to forecast and analyze data How to make your PowerPoint presentation memorable Quick ways to find missing notes Steps for creating a SmartArt diagram Tips on using Office Web Apps and SkyDrive From the Back Cover 8 books in 1 Common Office Tasks Word 2013 Excel® 2013 PowerPoint® 2013 OneNote® 2013 Working with Charts and Graphics Office 2013 One Step Beyond File Sharing and Collaborating Complete home and school projects with the same tools business pros use Whether youre adding footnotes to a term paper, creating a household budget, or adding video to a presentation, Microsoft Office Home & Student provides the tools you need to get the job done. This book offers the guidance to complete those tasks, along with many others, using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Its the easy way to become an Office pro at home or school. The Office family explore the similarities among the Office programs, learn to use the interface, and pick up some handy speed techniques The last Word master Word basics and learn to lay out pages, build tables, use the proofing tools, and create scholarly papers Excel at Excel create worksheets and workbooks, use form...

-Titulo Original : Signals And Systems For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Getting mixed signals in your signals and systems course? The concepts covered in a typical signals and systems course are often considered by engineering students to be some of the most difficult to master. Thankfully, Signals & Systems For Dummies is your intuitive guide to this tricky course, walking you step-by-step through some of the more complex theories and mathematical formulas in a way that is easy to understand. From Laplace Transforms to Fourier Analyses, Signals & Systems For Dummies explains in plain English the difficult concepts that can trip you up. Perfect as a study aid or to complement your classroom texts, this friendly, hands-on guide makes it easy to figure out the fundamentals of signal and system analysis. Serves as a useful tool for electrical and computer engineering students looking to grasp signal and system analysis Provides helpful explanations of complex concepts and techniques related to signals and systems Includes worked-through examples of real-world applications using Python, an open-source software tool, as well as a custom function module written for the book Brings you up-to-speed on the concepts and formulas you need to know Signals & Systems For Dummies is your ticket to scoring high in your introductory signals and systems course. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Grasp the core concepts of signals and systems for success in the classroom Apply complex concepts such as discrete-time and continuous time signals, signal processing, and control systems Solve problems and work through real-life examples Getting mixed signals about signals and systems? The concepts covered in a typical signals and systems course are often considered by engineering students to be some of the most difficult to master. Thankfully, Signals & Systems For Dummies is your intuitive guide to this tricky material, walking you step-by-step through some of the more complex theories and mathematical formulas in a way thats easy to understand. Signals and systems 101 understand the language of signals and systems, and get an overview of the basic concepts and techniques necessary for tackling this course The time domain get a plain-English intro to differential and difference equation system models, which are used to represent electronic circuits, the audio equalizer on your MP3 music player, and more Between worlds drill down on the frequency domain and the world of system design, and bridge the gap between the continuous- and discrete-time worlds Know your domain understand the s- and z-domains a third domain system that engineers use to view the world and understand why poles and zeros rule here Open source tools solve example problems with Python using PyLab, along with a custom function module written for the book Open the book and find: Continuous-time signals and systems How to establish a general input/output relationship Difference equations in the time domain Worked through examples of real-world signals and systems applications The Fourier transform for continuous-time signals The scoop on sampling theory The discrete Fourier transform and FFT algorithms The Laplace transform for continuous-time signals From the Back Cover Learn to: Grasp the core concepts of signals and systems for success in the classroom Apply complex concepts such as discrete-time and continuous time signals, signal processing, and control systems Solve problems and work through real-life examples Getting mixed signals about signals and systems? The concepts covered in a typical signals and systems course are often considered by engineering students to be some of the most difficult to master. Thankfully, Signals & Systems For Dummies is your intuitive guide to this tricky material, walking you step-by-step through some of the more complex theories and mathematical formulas in a way thats easy to understand. Signals and systems 101 understand the language of sign...

-Titulo Original : Pinterest For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Organize your life, your likes, and more with Pinterest and this fun how-to guide Now you can organize your digital life with Pinterest, a hot new site that lets you create visual bookmarks of your favorite things and pin them on virtual pinboards. Want to save something from a blog? Have a favorite retail website? Want to pin a quick photo you took with your phone? Organize them all with Pinterest and this fast, friendly guide that shows you just how to do it. Youll see how to set up an account and your boards, how to pin and re-pin, where to use hashtags, find ways to share pins with your other social networks, and more. Helps you get the most out of Pinterest, a visual collection of bookmarks that you can organize into virtual pinboards Shows you how to set up an account and boards, how to pin and re-pin, use hashtags and like pins, and even share pins with your other social networks Also discusses Power Pinners, using search, and finding people to follow Offers tips, trick, and techniques to make the process easy and enjoyable Pinterest is fun and easy, and even more so with Pinterest for Dummies! Review Five Useful Pinterest Apps and Tools, from Pinterest for Dummies PinReach - PinReach measures a users influence across Pinterest and provides analytics for a users Pinterest account. Once you sign up and connect your PinReach account to your Pinterest account, you will be able to view your PinReach score and how it has changed over time. You can also view stats for individual boards and pins, discover who your most influential followers are, and view the days trending pins and members. Pin A Quote - Pin A Quote is a bookmarklet tool that lets you pin a selection of text from a Web site instead of an image. There isnt any sign up or account creation involved. Just install the bookmarklet in your browsers toolbar and you can begin pinning to your Pinterest account or sharing your selection on other social networks. SpinPicks - SpinPicks is an application that finds pin-worthy images from sources such as Flickr Creative Commons database, , Twitpic, and Reddit/R. After completing the short sign-up process, you will gain access to the beta application. Connect it to your Pinterest account, choose an image source, and click the wheel to spin. You can spin through as many images as you like until you find one that you want to pin. Snapito! - Snapito! captures screenshots of Web pages for Pinterest users to pin instead of a single image from a page. You can insert the URL you want to snap or you can install a bookmarklet and click that whenever you are visiting a page that you want to snap and pin. Snapito! also offers an option to timestamp a screenshot that will be stored on the Snapito! servers. Pinspiration - Pinspiration is a third-party app created exclusively for Windows Phone Pinterest users. The official Pinterest mobile app is currently only available for iOS devices, and Pinspiration gives Windows Phone users the ability to pin on the go from their mobile phones. From the Inside Flap All the steps you need to know to jump into Pinterest and thrive Dont miss the boat on one of the fastest-growing social networking sites. Get on board and learn all about Pinterest, a virtual pinboard that lets you share images and ideas. The platform is simple to use and navigate once you get the hang of it, and this book walks you through all of the steps to join, use, socialize, and flourish! Get a little social - join Pinterest, connect it to your Twitter and accounts, set up your profile, and start following other members Bells, whistles, and more - use all the features such as liking, commenting, hashtags, and tagging to get the most out of your experience Put your plans into place - from weddings and parties to home decorations and vacations, find out how to get, organize, and share ideas Learn the right etiquette - fol...

-Titulo Original : Canon Eos Rebel T3i / 600d For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: A full-color guide to Canons exciting new dSLR camera Whether its your first dSLR, your first Canon camera, or simply a new tool for your photography, your Canon Rebel T3i/600D has countless capabilities and youll want to understand them all. This book covers all the dials, menus, and controls, showing you how to use each one. It explains how to change and use various lenses and offers advice on exposure, focus, printing, using flash, sharing photos online, and much more, all with plenty of full-color examples to show what you can achieve. Canons popular T3i/600D offers a vast array of options for the new dSLR photographer; this book guides you through all the settings, dials, and menus Explains how to use Live View mode and record, edit, and play back video Provides tips and advice on working with exposure, manipulating focus and color, switching from auto to manual controls, and using lighting creatively Shows how to get photos from the camera to the computer, then edit and manage them using different software packages Illustrated with full-color photos from the author, showing what you can achieve This fun and friendly book helps you to quickly and confidently take advantage of the many creative possibilities offered by your new Canon camera. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Make the leap from point-and-shoot to digital SLR Get amazing results regardless of the light Easily download, organize, and share your photos Moving up to a T3i/600D? Learn to use all its features and capture top-quality photos! If this is your first SLR camera, you may be just a bit intimidated by all the menus, buttons, and other controls. Fear not youve come to the right book! Get the scoop on each and every camera feature, plus tips on exposure, focus, color, flash, printing, photo sharing, and more. Explore your options get acquainted with all the camera settings, work with different lenses, and experiment with manual focus Learn the lingo understand f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, and other techie terms Shoot movies, too work with Live View mode and record, play back, and edit movies and video snapshots Manage your photos transfer them from camera to computer, explore different software options, and prepare for printing Get creative master exposure, manipulate focus and color, and work with flash options Open the book and find: The best settings for landscapes, portraits, and close-ups Pro techniques for better action photos Secrets for nighttime and low-light shots When to use JPEG and when to use Raw Tips for fine-tuning color How to avoid noise and other picture defects in your photos What you can learn from picture data Speedy editing tricks for quick improvements From the Back Cover Learn to: Make the leap from point-and-shoot to digital SLR Get amazing results regardless of the light Easily download, organize, and share your photos Moving up to a T3i/600D? Learn to use all its features and capture top-quality photos! If this is your first SLR camera, you may be just a bit intimidated by all the menus, buttons, and other controls. Fear not youve come to the right book! Get the scoop on each and every camera feature, plus tips on exposure, focus, color, flash, printing, photo sharing, and more. Explore your options get acquainted with all the camera settings, work with different lenses, and experiment with manual focus Learn the lingo understand f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, and other techie terms Shoot movies, too work with Live View mode and record, play back, and edit movies and video snapshots Manage your photos transfer them from camera to computer, explore different software options, and prepare for printing Get creative master exposure, manipulate focus and color, and work with flash options Open the book and find: The best settings for landscapes, portraits, and close-ups Pro techniques for better action photos Secrets for nighttime and low...

-Titulo Original : Canon Eos Rebel T3/1100d For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: The perfect guide to get you up and running with your new Canon dSLR camera The Canon EOS Rebel T3/1100D is a popular dSLR camera for those moving up from point-and-shoot for the first time. This full-color guide explains all the buttons, dials, and menus, helping you understand your camera and start using all its features. Plenty of colorful photos from the authors portfolio illustrate what you can achieve. The book covers shooting in auto mode, using the onboard controls, working with Live View, and managing exposure, focus, color, and lighting. It also addresses specific shooting situations, how to get your images from the camera to the computer, and tips on editing and sharing your photos. Canons Rebel T3/1100D is a popular starter camera for those moving from point-and-shoot to SLR; this book helps dSLR newcomers understand and use all the controls Covers using all the dials, menus, and modes; working with Live View and playback; dialing in exposure and managing lighting; and shooting in auto mode Explains how to get the best images in various situations Addresses how to get images from the camera to the computer, editing techniques, and how to print photos or post them online Full-color photos from the authors collection show what you can achieve Anyone moving up to dSLR photography with the Canon T3/1100D will gain skill and confidence from this easy-to-follow guide. From the Inside Flap Learn to: Quickly master the onboard controls and set up your T3/1100D Get great shots in Auto or manual mode Easily print, download, and share your images Make the most of that feature-packed camera with this easy-to-follow guide! Your Canon T3/1100D is packed with power perfect for your first venture into dSLR photography. This book helps you use all that power. Explore what you can do with the Auto mode, then shift into manual mode and take control of exposure. Youll also find great tips on taking portraits, action shots, and nature photos youll be proud to show off! All the basics get familiar with the basic settings and set up your camera for standard use Secrets of Auto mode learn to get great shots with the automatic settings and how to prepare for different situations Go Live discover the Live View mode for shooting both stills and movies and get movie-making tips Got the shot, now what? find out how to play back images, transfer pictures to your computer, and prepare them for sharing as prints or online Release your creativity explore exposure and take control of focus with the fully manual camera settings Open the book and find: The functions hiding behind all your T3/1100Ds controls Tips for getting familiar with the camera in Auto mode How to use a tripod to get steadier shots How your cameras aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings control exposure Different ways to quickly review and evaluate your pictures Advice for taking better portraits and action shots How to quickly improve a photos color using white balance control From the Back Cover Learn to: Quickly master the onboard controls and set up your T3/1100D Get great shots in Auto or manual mode Easily print, download, and share your images Make the most of that feature-packed camera with this easy-to-follow guide! Your Canon T3/1100D is packed with power perfect for your first venture into dSLR photography. This book helps you use all that power. Explore what you can do with the Auto mode, then shift into manual mode and take control of exposure. Youll also find great tips on taking portraits, action shots, and nature photos youll be proud to show off! All the basics get familiar with the basic settings and set up your camera for standard use Secrets of Auto mode learn to get great shots with the automatic settings and how to prepare for different situations Go Live discover the Live View mode for shooting both stills and movies and get movie-making tips Got the shot, ...

-Titulo Original : Switching To A Mac For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Learn how to make the switch from PC to Mac a completely smooth transition The number of Mac users continues to increase significantly each year. If you are one of those people and are eager but also anxious about making the switch, then fear not! This friendly guide skips the jargon to deliver you an easy-to-read, understandable introduction to the Macintosh computer. Computer guru Arnold Reinhold walks you through the Mac OS, user interface, and icons. Youll learn how to set up your Mac, move your files from your PC to your Mac, switch applications, get your Mac online, network your Mac, secure your Mac, work with the iLife suite, troubleshoot common problems, and more. Dives in to helping you make the switch from PC to Mac as smooth and effortless as possible Walks you through the latest features of Mac OS X Lion to help you take advantage of all the cool things your Mac can do that you might not know about Offers clear instructions for working with the iLife applications, running Windows on your Mac via Boot Camp, networking your Mac, and switching your family or your business to a Mac Shares essential advice for troubleshooting common problems and provides easy tips for keeping your Mac happy Switching to Mac For Dummies, Mac OS X Lion Edition is all you need to switch to a Mac and never look back! From the Inside Flap Using a Mac is easy. This guide makes switching easy too! Congratulations! Youve decided to leave hassles behind and join the user-friendly, more secure community of Mac users. Consider this guide your welcome basket. Itll tell you what to expect, how to choose a Mac (if you havent already), and howto make the switch a breeze. Discover cool new OS X Lion features, the Macs handy built-in apps, and how to work the Mac way. Meet the family - compare the MacBook Air®, MacBook Pro, iMac®, Mac Pro, and Mac mini Im a Mac, and youre leaving a PC - see whats alike and whats different, and learn to use Apple menus and the Finder Can I keep it? - find out which peripherals will still work with your Mac Moving day - transfer your files, address book, and content stored on other media Ready, set, connect - set up your Internet service and e-mail application, and connect to your printer and other peripherals Get an apptitude - add apps from the Mac App Store; manage your music, photos, movies, and more with iTunes®, iPhoto®, and iMovie® Safety first - learn what makes Macs safer and why strong passwords are still important If you just cant say goodbye - see how to run Windows® on your Mac Open the book and find: How a Mac can simplify your life Tips on keeping your Mac updated and secure Ways to unleash your creativity with photos, audio, and video Advice on navigating with Launchpad and Mission Control Help with switching specialized software to your Mac Special tips for seniors and parents of young kids Instructions for Mac network and Wi-Fi setup How to enjoy ® and other social networking sites Learn to: Choose the Mac thats right for you Transfer your files from Windows® Surf the web, send and receive e-mail, and make FaceTime video calls Get the most from Mac OS X Lion and create cool projects with the iLife suite From the Back Cover Using a Mac is easy. This guide makes switching easy too! Congratulations! Youve decided to leave hassles behind and join the user-friendly, more secure community of Mac users. Consider this guide your welcome basket. Itll tell you what to expect, how to choose a Mac (if you havent already), and howto make the switch a breeze. Discover cool new OS X Lion features, the Macs handy built-in apps, and how to work the Mac way. Meet the family - compare the MacBook Air®, MacBook Pro, iMac®, Mac Pro, and Mac mini Im a Mac, and youre leaving a PC - see whats alike and whats different, and learn to use Apple menus and the Finder Can I keep it? - find out which peri...

-Titulo Original : Two-way Radios And Scanners For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Discover a fun new hobby with helpful possibilities Get directions, talk to folks overseas, or find out whether the fish are biting Want to check out the morning news in London, help out in emergencies, or tune in to the big race? Two-way radios open up a world of possibilities - literally. This handy guide tells you about the equipment you need, fills you in on radio etiquette, shows you how to stay legal, and gives you lots of cool ideas for family-friendly radio activities. Discover how to * Use the right radio lingo * Choose and operate different types of radios * Get a license if you need one * Communicate in emergencies * Program a scanner * Tune in to sporting events From the Inside Flap Discover a fun new hobby with helpful possibilities Get directions, talk to folks overseas, or find out whether the fish are biting Want to check out the morning news in London, help out in emergencies, or tune in to the big race? Two-way radios open up a world of possibilities literally. This handy guide tells you about the equipment you need, fills you in on radio etiquette, shows you how to stay legal, and gives you lots of cool ideas for family-friendly radio activities. Discover how to Use the right radio lingo Choose and operate different types of radios Get a license if you need one Communicate in emergencies Program a scanner Tune in to sporting events From the Back Cover Discover a fun new hobby with helpful possibilities Get directions, talk to folks overseas, or find out whether the fish are biting Want to check out the morning news in London, help out in emergencies, or tune in to the big race? Two-way radios open up a world of possibilities literally. This handy guide tells you about the equipment you need, fills you in on radio etiquette, shows you how to stay legal, and gives you lots of cool ideas for family-friendly radio activities. Discover how to Use the right radio lingo Choose and operate different types of radios Get a license if you need one Communicate in emergencies Program a scanner Tune in to sporting events About the Author H. Ward Silver has experienced a 20-year career as an electrical engineer developing instrumentation and medical electronics. He also spent 8 years in broadcasting, both programming and engineering. In 2000, he turned to teaching and writing as a second career, producing Ham Radios For Dummies in 2004. He supports Seattle University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department in laboratory instruction. He is an avid Amateur Radio operator, Extra Class, first licensed in 1972. Each month, his columns and articles can be found in the national ham radio magazine, QST, published by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). He is the author of the ARRL’s online courses in Antenna Design and Construction, Analog Electronics, and Digital Electronics. When not in front of a computer screen, you will find him working on his mandolin technique and compositions...

-Titulo Original : TI-89 Graphing Calculator For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Do you own a TI-89, TI-89 Titanium, TI-92 Plus, or a Voyage 200 graphing calculator? If you do, or if you need to get one for school or your job, then you need to know how it works and how to make the most of its functions. TI-89 For Dummies is the plain-English nuts-and-bolts guide that gets you up and running on all the things your TI-89 can do, quickly and easily. This hands-on reference guides you step by step through various tasks and even shows you how to add applications to your calculator. Soon you’ll have the tools you need to: Solve equations and systems of equations Factor polynomials Evaluate derivatives and integrals Graph functions, parametric equations, polar equations, and sequences Create Stat Plots and analyze statistical data Multiply matrices Solve differential equations and systems of differential equations Transfer files between two or more calculators Save calculator files on your computer Packed with exciting and valuable applications that you can download from the Internet and install through your computer, as well as common errors and messages with explanations and solutions, TI-89 For Dummies is the one-stop reference for all your graphing calculator questions! From the Inside Flap Get up to speed easily with your TI-89 Titanium Use advanced science and math applications, PDA functions, and more Your TI-89 Titanium graphing calculator is an amazing tool, and this plain-English guide gets you up and running on all the things it can do, quickly and easily. Find out how to use the preloaded applications, let your calculator double as a PDA, do algebra, trigonometry, and calculus, graph and analyze functions, and much more! THE DUMMIES WAY® Explanations in plain EnglishGet in, get out informationIcons and other navigational aidsOnline cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Use the keyboard, menus, and catalogFind absolute valuesGraph and analyze functionsAdd text to a graphEnter data using formulasDeal with vector calculus Get Smart!@ dummies Find listings of all our books Choose from many different subject categories Sign up for eTips at etips.dummies From the Back Cover Get up to speed easily with your TI-89 Titanium Use advanced science and math applications, PDA functions, and more Your TI-89 Titanium graphing calculator is an amazing tool, and this plain-English guide gets you up and running on all the things it can do, quickly and easily. Find out how to use the preloaded applications, let your calculator double as a PDA, do algebra, trigonometry, and calculus, graph and analyze functions, and much more! THE DUMMIES WAY® Explanations in plain EnglishGet in, get out informationIcons and other navigational aidsOnline cheat sheetTop ten listsA dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Use the keyboard, menus, and catalogFind absolute valuesGraph and analyze functionsAdd text to a graphEnter data using formulasDeal with vector calculus Get Smart!@ dummies Find listings of all our books Choose from many different subject categories Sign up for eTips at etips.dummies About the Author C.C. Edwards is an instructor at Coastal Carolina University and a former editor of Texas Instruments Eightysomething, a newsletter for parents and educators...

-Titulo Original : Access Vba Programming For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Create more powerful Access applications and databases! This friendly, easy-to-use guide shows experienced Access users how to use VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) to not only build Access databases and applications, but also: Covers programming fundamentals for nonprogrammers Includes practical, ready-to-use VBA code examples that readers can type or copy and paste from the Web into their own database projects Explains basic VBA skills and concepts for nonprogrammers, such as procedures, variables, and loops Covers more advanced topics, such as record sets and other programming activities that are unique to Access programming These authors have written more than ninety computer books and have been working with databases since the early 1980s From the Inside Flap Find out how to make your databases do your bidding The fun and easy way® to program for Access 2003, 2002, and 2000 Even if you still think code means the way spies talk to each other, this book will ease you into programming before you know it. Soon you ll be able to use VBA to make Access do things it can t do by itself, customize your databases, and even automate mundane chores like converting numbers to words for check printing. Discover how to: Use the VBA editor Work with variables, constants, and arrays Create recordsets with SQL Control lists with code and export data to files Debug your code Synchronize forms and reports The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun From the Back Cover Find out how to make your databases do your bidding The fun and easy way® to program for Access 2003, 2002, and 2000 Even if you still think code means the way spies talk to each other, this book will ease you into programming before you know it. Soon you ll be able to use VBA to make Access do things it can t do by itself, customize your databases, and even automate mundane chores like converting numbers to words for check printing. Discover how to: Use the VBA editor Work with variables, constants, and arrays Create recordsets with SQL Control lists with code and export data to files Debug your code Synchronize forms and reports The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun About the Author Alan Simpson is the author of over 90 computer books on databases, Windows, Web site design and development, programming, and networking. His books are published throughout the world in over a dozen languages and have millions of copies. Alan has also taught introductory and advanced computer programming courses at San Diego State University and the UCSD Extension. He has served as a consultant on high-technology, educationoriented projects for the United States Navy and Air Force. Despite that, Alan has no fancy job title because he has never had a real job...

-Titulo Original : Crystal Reports 10 For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Would you read information presented like this? No. It’s just not natural. Sometimes presentation is almost as important as content. When you create a report, the goal is to provide information for readers in a format they can readily understand. Crystal Reports 10 For Dummies, the latest version of the most popular report writer in the world, shows you how to create simple or sophisticated reports, turning data into interactive, actionable reports that convey what’s happening in your business. You can progress cover-to-cover or use the index to find out how to: Give your reports more pizzazz by using the correct fonts, color, drop shadows, graphic elements, and more Integrate elements from multiple, non-database sources Group sort, total result sets, cross-tab reports, and add formulas, charts, or maps Print reports Use customized Business Views gleaned from the same information to provide each reader with information he or she needs to know without spilling all the beans, sales figures, marketing information, or whatever Present multi-dimensional data in OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) cubes Get ideas from sample reports on the companion Web site Written by Allen G. Taylor, nationally known lecturer, teacher, and author of over 20 books, including Database Development for Dummies, Crystal Reports 10 For Dummies makes it crystal clear how to: Store your information securely in Crystal Repository Use Crystal Analysis 10 to display OLAP data so you and your report’s readers can analyze the information in an online environment Use Crystal Enterprise to put Crystal Reports online for viewing by hundreds or thousands of people in your organization Whether you want to dazzle your company’s CEO and shareholders, motivate the sales force, or simply share database information cogently, with Crystal Reports 10 For Dummies you not only make your point, you an impression. When your reports look professional, you look professional. From the Inside Flap Sample reports and more on companion Web site Create simple or sophisticated reports, add elements, format, and deliver them What good is all that data you re keeping if you can t put it in a form that means something? This handy guide gets you going with Crystal Reports 10 and its exciting enterprise enhancements. Let your data out of the database and turn it into interactive reports that tell you, and others, what s happening in your business. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Create and print a simple report Design reports to meet specific needs Sort, group, and total result sets Develop and update OLAP reports Integrate Crystal Reports with Crystal Enterprise® and Crystal Analysis® From the Back Cover Sample reports and more on companion Web site Create simple or sophisticated reports, add elements, format, and deliver them What good is all that data you re keeping if you can t put it in a form that means something? This handy guide gets you going with Crystal Reports 10 and its exciting enterprise enhancements. Let your data out of the database and turn it into interactive reports that tell you, and others, what s happening in your business. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Create and print a simple report Design reports to meet specific needs Sort, group, and total result sets Develop and update OLAP reports Integrate Crystal Reports with Crystal Enterprise® and Crystal Analysis® About the Author Allen G. Taylor is a 30-year veteran of the computer industry and the author of 30 books, including Cruise for Free, SQL For Dummies, 8th Edition, Crystal Reports 2008 For Dummies, Database Development For Dum...

-Titulo Original : Making Marriage Work For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: The inspiration for countless one-liners, witty sayings, stage farces and not a few murder mysteries, marriage is more than just a relationship between two people. It’s one of life’s biggest adventures and a healthy marriage can be one of life’s greatest gifts. But weathering the stresses and strains of married life and maintaining healthy marital bonds over a span of decades takes work, and sometimes you need help from a friendly expert. Which is where Making Marriage Work For Dummies comes in. Drawing on their experiences with thirty years of marriage, during which they raised three children, as well as decades of couples counseling, experts Steven and Sue Simring show you how to build a strong, happy and long-lasting marriage. They offer priceless tips on how to deal with most problems that come up between married couples, and they offer advice on how to: Make your relationship more romantic Work out big and small differences Argue in ways that strengthen you relationship Resolve disputes over money Cope with mid-life change Handle a spouse who cheats Deal with families and in-laws Reduce stress on your marriage Understand your partner’s annoying habits and quirks Balance career and family goals Seek professional help when you need it Illustrating their points with insightful, often amusing anecdotes from their own marriage and from the marriages of hundreds of couples they’ve counseled over the years, the Simrings explore such crucial topics as: Deciding if marriage is right for you Six common marriage myths Understanding the roots of marital problems Communicating with your partner The do’s and don’ts of fair marital fighting Making marriage sexy Examining the marriage life cycle Ideas for resolving money differences Succeeding with remarriage Filled with ideas you can use now to keep your marriage as strong as the day you took your vows, this is a survival guide for everyone committed to making marriage work. From the Inside Flap The premier therapist team in the country husband-and-wife therapists Dr. Steve and Sue Simring Montel Williams Features useful tools and techniques to keep communication strong! With proven strategies for managing money, sex, and the in-laws! Filled with ideas you can use now to build on that day you took your vows! Drawing on their own experience, including thirty years of marriage, three children, and decades of couples counseling, expert authors Steven and Sue Simring show you how to build a strong, happy, and long-lasting marriage and explain how to deal constructively with any problems along the way. Discover how to: Keep your marriage strong Spice up your sex life Develop conflict-resolution skills Cope with midlife change Find alternatives to divorce Succeed with remarriage Get smart! dummies Register to win cool prizes Browse exclusive articles and excerpts Get a free Dummies Daily e-mail newsletter Chat with authors and preview other books Talk to us, ask questions, get answers From the Back Cover The premier therapist team in the country husband-and-wife therapists Dr. Steve and Sue Simring Montel Williams Features useful tools and techniques to keep communication strong! With proven strategies for managing money, sex, and the in-laws! Filled with ideas you can use now to build on that day you took your vows! Drawing on their own experience, including thirty years of marriage, three children, and decades of couples counseling, expert authors Steven and Sue Simring show you how to build a strong, happy, and long-lasting marriage and explain how to deal constructively with any problems along the way. Discover how to: Keep your marriage strong Spice up your sex life Develop conflict-resolution skills Cope with midlife change Find alternatives to divorce Succeed with remarriage Get smart! dummies Register to win cool prizes Browse exclusive articles and excerpts Get a free Dummies Daily e-mail newsle...

-Titulo Original : Magic For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: You don’t need a white tiger, expensive props, or hours of preparation to do magic. With a little practice, some clever misdirection (which lays at the heart of all magic tricks), and showmanship, you can surprise family, friends, and coworkers using a few everyday items! If you’re looking to saw a beautiful women in half or make buildings disappear, we’re sorry, but this book isn’t you. But if you want to act out little miracles that you can perform on the spur of the moment with items that are usually within reach, then Magic For Dummies can show you how. Magic For Dummies features more than 90 easy-to-perform deceptions, illusions, and sleights of hand for any event or occasion. You’ll discover how to perform entertaining card tricks, coin tricks, disappearing acts, as well as the always-popular mind reading trick. You’ll even see how easy it is to make money disappear as well as melt a saltshaker! Chock-full of show-stopping tricks, Magic For Dummies will: Get you started with easy-to-learn magic tricks Let you turn a restaurant into a your stage with tricks that include utensils, mugs, and even food Show you how to use a deck of cards to perform endless magic tricks Make you the life of the party with tricks such as “Call This Number,” “The Strength Test,” and “The Phantom Photo” Get you out of tough situations by giving you ten things to say when things go wrong Filled with photos, patter, and presentation tips for every trick in the book, Magic For Dummies offers a great opportunity to become familiar with some of the coolest magic tricks ever performed. With the help of author David Pogue and the stunning tricks contributed by thirty-five of America’s top professional magicians, you’ll be leaving your friends, family, and coworkers spellbound at your mastery of the mystical arts. From the Inside Flap A book that all magicians of any age and level of experience will cherish and refer to for years to come! Lance Burton, World-Renowned Magician A wonderful introduction, not only to how its done, but also to how and why You can do it ! Tobias Beckwith, Magic Producer and Manager 350 Step-by-Step Photos Featured! Perform Magic at the Drop of a Hat You dont need a white tiger, expensive props, or hours of preparation to do magic. With a little practice and showmanship, you can bewitch family, friends, and coworkers using a few everyday items! Make money disappear, melt a salt shaker, and even read someones mind! The trick to spicing up your next party, presentation, or evening out is easy just pick up Magic For Dummies®! Chock-Full of Show-Stopping Tricks: The Ninja Key Catch The Torn and Restored Toilet Paper Straw through the Jaw Beans through Orifices Plus stunning tricks contributed by 35 of Americas top professional magicians, including Lance Burton, Johnny Thompson, Jeff McBride, and Paul Harris! From the Back Cover A book that all magicians of any age and level of experience will cherish and refer to for years to come! Lance Burton, World-Renowned Magician A wonderful introduction, not only to how its done, but also to how and why You can do it ! Tobias Beckwith, Magic Producer and Manager 350 Step-by-Step Photos Featured! Perform Magic at the Drop of a Hat You dont need a white tiger, expensive props, or hours of preparation to do magic. With a little practice and showmanship, you can bewitch family, friends, and coworkers using a few everyday items! Make money disappear, melt a salt shaker, and even read someones mind! The trick to spicing up your next party, presentation, or evening out is easy just pick up Magic For Dummies®! Chock-Full of Show-Stopping Tricks: The Ninja Key Catch The Torn and Restored Toilet Paper Straw through the Jaw Beans through Orifices Plus stunning tricks contributed by 35 of Americas top professional magicians, including Lance Burton, Johnny Thompson, Jeff McBride, and Paul Harris! About the A...

-Titulo Original : Ti-83 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Would you order a multi-course gourmet buffet and just eat salad? If you have a TI-83 Plus graphing calculator, you have a veritable feast of features and functions at your fingertips, but chances are you don’t take full advantage of them. This friendly guide will help you explore your TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator and use it for all it’s worth, and that’s a lot. With easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions plus screen shots, TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies shows you how to: Perform basic arithmetic operations Use Zoom and panning to get the best screen display Use all the functions in the Math menu, including the four submenus: MATH, NUM, CPS, and PRB Use the fantastic Finance application to decide whether to lease or get a loan and buy, calculate the best interest, and more Graph and analyze functions by tracing the graph or by creating a table of functional values, including graphing piecewise-defined and trigonometric functions Explore and evaluate functions, including how to find the value, the zeros, the point of intersection of two functions, and more Draw on a graph, including line segments, circles, and functions, write text on a graph, and do freehand drawing Work with sequences, parametric equations, and polar equations Use the Math Probability menu to evaluate permutations and combinations Enter statistical data and graph it as a scatter plot, histogram, or box plot, calculate the median and quartiles, and more Deal with matrices, including finding the inverse, transpose, and determinant and using matrices to solve a system of linear equations Once you discover all you can do with your TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator, you’ll find out how to make it do more! This guide shows you how to download and install the free TI Connect software to connect your calculator to your computer, and how to link it to other calculators and transfer files. It shows you how to help yourself to more than 40 applications you can download from the TI Web site, and most of them are free. You can choose from Advanced Finance, CellSheet, that turns your calculator into a spread sheet, NoteFolio that turns it into a word processor, Organizer that lets you schedule events, create to-do lists, save phone numbers and e-mail addresses, and more. Get this book and discover how your TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator can solve all kinds of problems for you. From the Inside Flap Use this cool tool to perform dozens of tasks! Do simple and complex calculations, analyze loans, even send files to your PC Nothing can crunch numbers like your TI-83 Plus, and this handy guide makes the crunching easy! In no time you ll be punching those buttons to convert decimals to fractions, find factorials, compare interest rates, graph and analyze functions and sequences, tame random numbers, manage matrices, and even have your calculator sharing stuff with your PC. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to: Solve equations and systems of equations Graph functions, parametric equations, and sequences Use complex numbers Multiply, reduce, and solve matrices Add applications to your calculator From the Back Cover Use this cool tool to perform dozens of tasks! Do simple and complex calculations, analyze loans, even send files to your PC Nothing can crunch numbers like your TI-83 Plus, and this handy guide makes the crunching easy! In no time you ll be punching those buttons to convert decimals to fractions, find factorials, compare interest rates, graph and analyze functions and sequences, tame random numbers, manage matrices, and even have your calculator sharing stuff with your PC. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how ...

-Titulo Original : Adobe Acrobat 6 For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Learn to use Adobe Acrobat and read, write, and manage documents like a pro You can convert any document to PDF, a universal file format, preserving all the fonts, formatting, graphics, and color of the source document - regardless of the application and platform used to create it - making it super easy to share documents electronically or after printing them. If you need to convert paper documents into files, save graphics as PDFs, create form files (that others can use to submit data), or create and publish files as ebooks, Adobe Acrobat 6 For Dummies can help - no experience with Adobe Acrobat or files is required. You can publish and distribute files anywhere: in print, attached to email, on corporate servers, and posted on websites. Professionals in sales, web design, marketing, and public relations alike - and anyone who needs to read, write, edit, or otherwise manipulate documents - will benefit from this no-nonsense and comprehensive guide written in plain English. You’ll discover how to Navigate the Acrobat user interface, including menus, toolbars, and keyboard shortcuts Access and distill files Automate the distilling of files Convert Microsoft Office documents Make a scanned document editable and searchable Capture paper documents and Web pages Add web pages to an existing document Print, annotate, edit, and securing files Collect and summarize comments during review Troubleshoot problems with printing PDFs Password-protect a document Extract text and graphics from PDFs Catalogue and distribute files Create interactive forms Build multimedia presentations - with movies and sound With your own copy of Adobe Acrobat 6 For Dummies, you can learn how to do all of that, find the best third-party Acrobat plug-ins to try, peruse helpful online resources, and more! From the Inside Flap Share, review, print, and edit documents with Acrobat 6 PDFs Let others view your documents accurately, even without the software that created them When you get right down to it, files are about bringing us all together. And this friendly book is about how to convert documents, distill files, make edits, extract elements, archive, and share your creations with others, even those whose systems are different from yours. Youll feel better and much more productive. THE DUMMIES WAY® Explanations in plain English “Get in, get out” information Icons and other navigational aids Online cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Get Smart!@ dummies Find listings of all our books Choose from many different subject categories Sign up for eTips at dummiesdaily From the Back Cover Share, review, print, and edit documents with Acrobat 6 PDFs Let others view your documents accurately, even without the software that created them When you get right down to it, files are about bringing us all together. And this friendly book is about how to convert documents, distill files, make edits, extract elements, archive, and share your creations with others, even those whose systems are different from yours. Youll feel better and much more productive. THE DUMMIES WAY® Explanations in plain English “Get in, get out” information Icons and other navigational aids Online cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Get Smart!@ dummies Find listings of all our books Choose from many different subject categories Sign up for eTips at dummiesdaily About the Author Greg Harvey is a veteran computer trainer and author who has written nearly 50 computer books. He owns and manages Mind Over Media, an electronic publishing venture...

-Titulo Original : Uml 2 For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Uses friendly, easy-to-understand For Dummies style to help readers learn to model systems with the latest version of UML, the modeling language used by companies throughout the world to develop blueprints for complex computer systems Guides programmers, architects, and business analysts through applying UML to design large, complex enterprise applications that enable scalability, security, and robust execution Illustrates concepts with mini-cases from different business domains and provides practical advice and examples Covers critical topics for users of UML, including object modeling, case modeling, advanced dynamic and functional modeling, and component and deployment modeling From the Inside Flap Get up to speed on object-oriented modeling Build complex architectures with UML 2, follow best practices, and express yourself When it comes to modeling, this book is not just another pretty face! It guides you gently through the complexities of UML, helps you adjust to the UML 2 standard, shows you how to extract key information from UML models, and more. Before you know it, you ll be communicating and developing systems like never before. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun From the Back Cover Get up to speed on object-oriented modeling Build complex architectures with UML 2, follow best practices, and express yourself When it comes to modeling, this book is not just another pretty face! It guides you gently through the complexities of UML, helps you adjust to the UML 2 standard, shows you how to extract key information from UML models, and more. Before you know it, you ll be communicating and developing systems like never before. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English Get in, get out information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun About the Author Michael Jesse Chonoles ia an established system developer, educator, author, and consultant. Michael has done just about everything that you can do in software and system development-business, requirements, and software analysis; software, system, and architectural design; coding in many languages; testing and quality control-right through marketing, packing, and shrinkwrapping the software. He is former Chief of Methodology at the Advanced Concepts Center (ACC) and has an MSE in Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and BSs in Math and Physics from MIT. James A. Schardt is Advanced Concepts Center’s Chief Technologist. He provides 24 years of experience and a firm grounding in object oriented development, data warehousing, and distributed systems. He teaches and mentors Fortune 50 companies in the U.S. and abroad. His many years of practice in object-oriented systems, database design, change management, business engineering, instructional design, and team facilitation bring a wealth of experience to his assignments....

-Titulo Original : Database Development For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Powerful, low-cost database development tools make it possible for virtually anybody to create their own database-and this hands-on guide makes it fun and easy Databases permeate every nook and cranny of our highly connected, information-intensive world, from ATMs to personal finance, online shopping, and networked information management. Databases have become so integral to the business environment that, nowadays, it’s next to impossible to stay competitive without the assistance of some sort of database technology-no matter what type or size of business you run. But developing your own database can be tricky. Whether you want to keep records for a small business or run a large e-commerce website, developing the right database system can be a major challenge. Which is where Database Development For Dummies comes in. From data modeling methods and development tools to Internet accessibility and security, this comprehensive guide shows you, step-by-step and with illustrations, everything you need to know about building a custom system from the ground up. You’ll learn to: Model data accurately Design a reliable functional database Deliver robust relational databases on time and on budget Build a user-friendly database application Put your database on the Web The book acquaints you with the most popular data modeling methods and shows you how to systematically design and develop a system incorporating a database and one or more applications that operate on it. Here’s more of what you’ll discover in the book: Database architecture and how it has evolved How database technology affects everyday life A structured approach to database development How to create an appropriate data model How to develop a reliable relational design The complexities that you’re likely to encounter in designing a database and how to simplify them Implementing your design using Microsoft Access 2000, SQL Server, and other powerful database development tools Database security Ten rules to know when creating a database Another ten rules to know when creating a database application If you need a database tailored to you and your company’s current and future data storage and management needs, this is the book for you. Get Database Development For Dummies and discover what it takes to design, develop, and implement a sophisticated database system. From the Author Before you start writing code to build a database, its critical to make sure that you have modeled it correctly. Its all too easy to create a database in a way that compromises reliability. This book, based on my personal experience, is a companion to my best-selling SQL For Dummies, which will help you create your database after you have modeled it, based on what you learn in Database Development For Dummies. About the Author Allen G. Taylor is a 30-year veteran of the computer industry and the author of 30 books, including Cruise for Free, SQL For Dummies, 8th Edition, Crystal Reports 2008 For Dummies, Database Development For Dummies, Access Power Programming with VBA, and SQL All-In-One For Dummies, Second Edition. He lectures internationally on astronomy, databases, innovation, and entrepreneurship. He also teaches database development and Crystal Reports through a leading online education. For the latest news on Allens activities, check out DatabaseCentral.Info or his blog at moontube.wordpress ...

-Titulo Original : Dos For Dummies, 3rd Edition-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: DOS made easy! Windows may rule the world of popular computing on PCs around theglobe, but DOS still has a place in the hearts and minds ofcomputer users who vaguely remember what a C prompt looks like.Even if DOS (with all its arcane commands and its drab, boringlook) isnt your idea of the best way to get things done on a PC,youll find plenty of fast and friendly help on hand with the thirdedition of DOS For Dummies. Heres a plain-speaking reference guide to all the command-linestuff and nonsense that makes DOS work, whether youre a native DOSuser or are an occasional dabbler who needs the operating system torun all those cool games under Windows. DOS For Dummies, 3rd Edition, avoids all the technicaljargon to cut to the heart of things with clear, easy-to-understandexplanations and step-by-step help for * Changing disks and drives * Dealing with the DOS prompt * Managing files * Running DOS inside Windows * Installing and running DOS-based software programs * Working with the printer and serial ports * Using the mouse and keyboard * Troubleshooting problems * Understanding DOS error messages All the basic DOS commands, from APPEND to XCOPY, aredemystified to make life in DOS much more bearable. This handyguide has plenty of helpful tips and tricks for bending DOS to yourwill, without having to dedicate your life (and all your free time)to mastering this little corner of the PC. Author Dan Gookins first edition of DOS For Dummies became an international best-seller. He considers himself a computer guru whose job it is to remind everyone that computersare not to be taken too seriously. His approach to computers islight and humorous, yet very informative. Gookin mixes hisknowledge of computers with a unique, dry sense of humor that keepsyou informed - and awake. Review The book that changed the way computer books are written and marketed has come out in a third edition. By and large, its the same as the previous edition (advances in MS-DOS have not been numerous), but there is some new information here. Further, DOS for Dummies remains an entertaining book and if you use DOS, its the book you want to assist you. The basic idea of this book is that you can identify a problem youre having with your computer, ranging from how to turn the thing on to how to back up only the files that have changed since the last backup. You can then turn to the relevant section--the table of contents is very detailed--read a few pages, carry out some procedure, and move on to the next problem. Youll find sections on hardware, file management, text editing, and software installation. Later chapters deal with troubleshooting. The newest material in this release of DOS for Dummies deals with DOS 6.22 and the DOS-like shell that you can use under Windows 95 and Windows 98. For users of the latest versions of Windows, Gookin demonstrates some relevant procedures. But most of the coverage deals with DOS itself and programs that are designed to run under DOS. Theres even stuff about WordStar here (its a little-known fact of history that the Rosetta stone was written with WordStar). DOS for Dummies is funny, too, in a wry sort of way. What kind of joke is appropriate to a section about parallel ports, anyway? The author manages to infuse practically every passage with humor. Other computer books should make an effort to take themselves less seriously. The verdict: if youre using DOS--and more of you are than the Windows people would have us believe--this book will provide you with valuable help. --David Wall Review “…excellent and fun to read…” (Mourne Observer & County Down News, 23 July 2003) From the Inside Flap This is the best book ever written for a beginner. - Chicago Tribune Run DOS applications on your Windows PC Your first aid kit for dealing with DOS The fun and easy way to access legacy files and applications Before Windows, there was...

-Titulo Original : Telecom For Dummies-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: Find out how to manage your telecom services and save your company money! Worldwide telecom spending was over $4 trillion in 2004, and virtually all 12 million businesses in the U.S. buy phone and other telecom services Our book shows people at small and medium-sized businesses how to make sense of telecom lingo and get the best deals Includes an overview of the major players in the telecom industry and an easy-to-understand explanation of the existing telecom infrastructure Helps people pinpoint the telecom services best suited to their business needs, understand billing, and troubleshoot problems Covers emerging industry trends, such as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), and how they can help businesses cut costs From the Inside Flap New to telecom? Get the scoop on all the basics Order, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom services from area codes to VoIP So youre now in charge of all that telecommunications stuff? Dont panic - heres your secret weapon! This plain-English guide will fill you in on the products, services, maintenance procedures, and key players in the telecom world, help you choose the most economical solutions for your business, and make you look good to the boss. Discover how to Decide what your company needs Analyze telecom carriers Negotiate the best deal Move phone numbers to another carrier Order toll-free numbers Recognize the causes of common problems From the Back Cover New to telecom? Get the scoop on all the basics Order, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom services from area codes to VoIP So youre now in charge of all that telecommunications stuff? Dont panic - heres your secret weapon! This plain-English guide will fill you in on the products, services, maintenance procedures, and key players in the telecom world, help you choose the most economical solutions for your business, and make you look good to the boss. Discover how to Decide what your company needs Analyze telecom carriers Negotiate the best deal Move phone numbers to another carrier Order toll-free numbers Recognize the causes of common problems About the Author Stephen Olejniczak is Director of Operations for ATI, a long distance company. As a manager and trainer, he has worked with service providers, sales forces, and corporate customers for 13 years...

-Titulo Original : Autocad & Autocad Lt All-in-one Desk Reference For Dummies (for Dummies (computer/tech))-Fabricante : For Dummies-Descripcion Original: AutoCAD is the leading software tool for creating technical and architectural drawings, but it definitely doesnt lead in the easy to master category. Thats why theres AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies-the perfect way to break a complex topic into bite-size, easy-to-understand pieces. Once you get the hang of using AutoCAD and its slightly less feature-rich cousin, AutoCAD LT, you discover that it offers wonderful advantages. AutoCAD allows you to Create precision to 14 significant digits Re-use portions of your drawings by copying and pasting Draw things full size and print your drawings in any scale Produce drawings that are easier to read when reduced Electronically share and distribute drawings Design in 2D or 3D So obviously, the trick is to speed up that getting the hang of it process. Thats where AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies comes in especially handy. Ten easy-to-follow minibooks cover every aspect of AutoCAD, including the latest features of AutoCAD 2007, so you can find just what you need to know quickly and easily. Youll get the scoop on AutoCAD basics, such as setting up drawings, finding your way around the interface, and using all the tools Drawing and modifying objects in 2D and annotating your drawings 3D modeling and viewing, working with solids and surfaces, and rendering Understanding how AutoCAD LT differs from AutoCAD and deciding which program you need Advanced drafting skills, including organizing drawings, working with blocks, and using AutoCAD utilities Setting up your drawings for plotting to paper and publishing Sharing your drawings online for collaboration Customizing and programming AutoCAD to make it work the way you want it to In the familiar, friendly For Dummies fashion, AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies gives you plain-English explanations and step-by-step directions. Written by a pair of AutoDesk Authorized Authors, this handy guide will help make your relationship with AutoCAD a happy and productive one. From the Inside Flap 10 books in 1 your key to AutoCAD success! Your one-stop guide to all thats new in the leading CAD software Heres a whole shelf of reference books in one handy cover! These convenient minibooks make it easy to find and figure out what you need to know, no matter how you use AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. From basic stuff like setting up drawings to 3D modeling, customization, and programming AutoCAD, youve got the goods all in one place. Discover how to Set up drawings and files Draw and modify objects Work with text and dimensions Create 2D and 3D drawings Plot and publish your work Manage drawings for sharing From the Back Cover 10 books in 1 your key to AutoCAD success! Your one-stop guide to all thats new in the leading CAD software Heres a whole shelf of reference books in one handy cover! These convenient minibooks make it easy to find and figure out what you need to know, no matter how you use AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. From basic stuff like setting up drawings to 3D modeling, customization, and programming AutoCAD, youve got the goods all in one place. Discover how to Set up drawings and files Draw and modify objects Work with text and dimensions Create 2D and 3D drawings Plot and publish your work Manage drawings for sharing About the Author Lee Ambrosius owns HyperPics, LLC, an AutoCAD consulting company. David Byrnes teaches CAD and 3D modeling at Emily Carr Institute of Art Design and British Columbia Institute of Technology. Both are AutoDesk Authorized Authors...