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Exploring Blazor
Build and develop web applications with Blazor in C#. This new edition not only covers the new structure for the Blazor environment, it also demonstrates the latest features, such as rendering, hosting types, improved security arrangements, and updates the syntax. Two new chapters on Forms and Validation along with Security in Blazor are also added. The code and project layout have been updated in .NET 9 for this new edition.The book starts with an introduction to Blazor, along with its various categories and its basics and syntax, including Razor syntax implementation. You will go through Blazor navigation and life cycle followed by its components. You will then learn features specific to each Blazor type. You will see how Blazor works with storage, files, and JavaScript, and you will create a Blazor code library. You will also create web applications in Blazor using practical implementations and real-life scenarios for both the server side and the client side.After reading this book, you will be able to build web applications with Blazor in C#11 and .NET Core 9.0.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Bind data and handle events in C# Blazor* Handle components and page navigation in Blazor* Connect Blazor front-end to APIs* Interact with files using Blazor* Understand the layout of Visual Studio Blazor project templates WHO THIS BOOK IS FORC# and .NET Core developers.TAURIUS LITVINAVICIUS is a businessman and technology expert based in Lithuania who has worked with organizations in building and implementing various projects in software development, sales, and other fields of business. He currently works on modern financial applications and consults companies on technology and cost-related issues. As with most of his projects, this book uses cutting-edge technologies, such as Blazor. Taurius is responsible for technological improvements, development of new features, and general management.Chapter 1: Introduction to Blazor.- Chapter 2: Razor Syntax and the Basics of Blazor.- Chapter 3: Blazor Components and Navigation.- Chapter 4: Blazor Components.- Chapter 5: Specifics of Different Types of Blazor.- Chapter 6: Forms in Blazor.- Chapter 7: General Blazor.- Chapter 8: Security in Blazor.- Chapter 9: Practice Tasks for Server rendering Blazor.- Chapter 10: Practice Tasks for Client (WebAssembly) Blazor.
Generative AI
THIS BOOK IS ESSENTIAL FOR ANYONE EAGER TO UNDERSTAND THE GROUNDBREAKING ADVANCEMENTS IN GENERATIVE AI AND ITS TRANSFORMATIVE EFFECTS ACROSS INDUSTRIES, MAKING IT A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR BOTH PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND CREATIVE INSPIRATION.Generative AI: Disruptive Technologies for Innovative Applications delves into the exciting and rapidly evolving world of generative artificial intelligence and its profound impact on various industries and domains. This comprehensive volume brings together leading experts and researchers to explore the cutting-edge advancements, applications, and implications of generative AI technologies. This volume provides an in-depth exploration of generative AI, which encompasses a range of techniques such as generative adversarial networks, recurrent neural networks, and transformer models like GPT-3. It examines how these technologies enable machines to generate content, including text, images, and audio, that closely mimics human creativity and intelligence. Readers will gain valuable insights into the fundamentals of generative AI, innovative applications, ethical and social considerations, interdisciplinary insights, and future directions of this invaluable emerging technology. Generative AI: Disruptive Technologies for Innovative Applications is an indispensable resource for researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in the transformative potential of generative AI in revolutionizing industries, unleashing creativity, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in artificial intelligence. AUDIENCEAI researchers, industry professionals, data scientists, machine learning experts, students, policymakers, and entrepreneurs interested in the innovative field of generative AI. N. GAYATHRI, PHD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Ghandi Institute of Technology and Management, India. She has published several articles in international journals, edited many books, and serves as a guest editor and reviewer for several international journals. Her research interests include big data analytics, Internet of Things, and mobile networks, and sustainable computing. S RAKESH KUMAR, PHD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Ghandi Institute of Technology and Management, India. He has several publications in international journals, conference proceedings, and edited volumes. His research interests include artificial intelligence and machine learning. RAMESH CHANDRAN, PHD, is an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Vellore Institute of Technology, India, with over 19 years of combined teaching and industry experience. He has published over 20 articles in international journals and has presented papers in national and international conferences. His research interests include cloud computing, data mining, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and blockchain. PETHURU RAJ, PHD, is a chief architect at Reliance Jio Platforms Ltd., Bangalore, India with over 30 years of combined industry and research experience in information technology. He has been granted international research fellowships from organizations including the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and the Japan Science and Technology Agency. His research interests include Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, model optimization techniques, blockchain, digital twins, and cloud computing. DANILO PELUSI, PHD, is an associate professor of Computer Science in the Department of Communication Sciences, University of Teramo, Italy. He is an editor for several internationally published books and journals and a member of Machine Intelligence Research Labs. His research interests include coding theory, artificial intelligence, signal processing, pattern recognition, fuzzy logic, neural networks, and genetic algorithms.
DDD 4 Developers
Neue, spannende Konzepte für DDD-Enthusiasten und Softwaremodellierer - Fokus auf Implementierungsdetails von DDD für komplexe Anwendungen - Praxisnahe Muster für die Umsetzung mit anschaulichen Beispielen - Behandlung realer Frage- und Problemstellungen in Softwareentwicklungsprojekten In den letzten Jahrzehnten hat sich Domain-Driven Design (DDD) als Technik der Wahl etabliert, um der enormen und zunehmenden Komplexität der Fachdomänen in der Softwaremodellierung zu begegnen. Christopher Rudoll zeigt, was die Prinzipien des Domain-Driven Design über die zentralen Tätigkeiten der Domänenmodellierung und des Prozessdesigns hinaus in der ganz konkreten Implementierungspraxis bedeuten und wie sie sich auf Fragestellungen in der täglichen Arbeit von Softwareentwicklern anwenden lassen. Dabei wird deutlich, dass DDD nicht nur mit Event Storming und der Identifikation von Bounded Contexts zu tun hat, sondern auch in Detailfragen der Implementierung sehr hilfreiche Leitlinien bieten kann. Solche Leitlinien werden in Form von Patterns und Antipatterns anhand von Code und UML-Beispielen ausführlich erläutert. Aus dem Inhalt: - Supple Design – Evansʼ Prinzipien - Ontologie – Abbildung der Welt in Software - Semantik – Abbildung sprachlicher Konzepte in Software - Konzeptuelle Räume – kognitive Grundlagen der Konzeptbildung - Die (lästige) Realität – Fallstricke und Stolpersteine Das Buch bietet sowohl für DDD-Enthusiasten und Softwaremodellierer als auch für Business-Analysten und Architekten neue, spannende Konzepte. Es erweitert den Werkzeugkasten eines jeden Entwicklers.
Datenvisualisierung im praktischen Einsatz
Datenvisualisierungen meisterhaft gestalten - Optimieren Sie Ihre Visualisierungen mit Farbtheorie und Typografie - Setzen Sie universelle Designprinzipien um - Erstellen Sie interaktive und überzeugende Visualisierungen Dieses Buch vermittelt zentrale Designkonzepte für die Erstellung klarer und ansprechender Datenvisualisierungen. Desirée Abbott konzentriert sich dabei auf die universelle Anwendung von Farbtheorie, Typografie und Interaktivität, ohne in technische Details oder Programmiersprachen abzutauchen. Sie lernen, wie Sie Visualisierungen für verschiedene Zielgruppen gestalten und sowohl Funktionalität als auch ästhetische Ansprüche berücksichtigen. Viele Praxisbeispiele sowie ein größeres, abschließendes Projekt helfen Ihnen, eigene Visualisierungen strukturiert umzusetzen. Grundlegende Designprinzipien stehen im Mittelpunkt und die Vorteile, klare und verständliche Visualisierungen zu priorisieren, werden immer wieder durch konkrete Beispiele veranschaulicht. Dabei legt die Autorin einen besonderen Fokus auf barrierefreie Designs. Sie lernen außerdem, wie Sie die Datenkommunikation verbessern, und profitieren von Desirée Abbotts Erfahrung und Ratschlägen aus ihrem Arbeitsalltag
The Road to the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation
This book offers a policy analysis of the emergence of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) through the lens of John Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework. Drawing on 32 expert interviews with key stakeholders—including EU institution representatives (such as trilogue negotiators), member states, industry leaders, NGOs, and journalists—the author provides a deep dive into the decision-making process behind the regulation. Additionally, the study examines 462 position papers from the EU Commission’s consultation phases (2009–2011) to uncover the factors that shaped the adoption of the GDPR. At its core, this work explores the ‘window of opportunity’ that enabled the regulation's adoption.Introduction.- Theoretical Framework.- Methodology.- Tracing Data Protection: National, International, and EU Milestones.- The Road to the GDPR: The European Problem Stream.- The Road to the GDPR: The European Policy Stream.- The Road to the GDPR: The European Political Stream.- The Policy Entrepreneurs.- The Window of Opportunity.- Conclusions.
The Unit Testing Practice Cookbook
Master unit testing with the .NET framework by observing examples of best practices. After reading this book, you will feel confident and prepared to approach most situations that a developer will encounter on .NET and ASP.NET Core applications.Learn the best tools to practice effective unit testing, how to architect your code so that it is easily testable, and improve your code coverage. This book is packed with concrete case studies selected from the real-world experiences of a veteran developer, especially when it comes to legacy code.After reading _The Unit Testing Practice Cookbook_, you will be able to approach unit testing with confidence and make your .NET applications as reliable as possible.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Master unit testing practice* Architect your applications efficiently to make your code easily testable* Use the best tools for unit testing* Automate your unit testsWHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is intended for any developer level wishing to master unit tests with the Microsoft .NET Framework.ANTHONY GIRETTI is a passionate developer with twenty years of experience who loves to learn new technologies. He is an eight-time Microsoft MVP and became a certified MCSD in 2016. He is currently a senior full-stack developer at Marchex in Toronto, Canada. As a specialist in .NET, his expertise in IT and his passion for sharing his knowledge allows him to help developers excel at their web projects. He loves to deal with performance constraints, high availability, and optimization challenges.Chapter 1: Introducing Unit Testing Practice.- Chapter 2: Clean Code & Clean Architecture for Easy Unit Testing.- Chapter 3: Learning the Best Practices with the Best Tools.- Chapter 4: Unit Test .NET applications.- Chapter 5: Automating Unit Tests.- Chapter 6: Case Study.
Information Security and Privacy Quick Reference
A FAST, ACCURATE, AND UP-TO-DATE DESK REFERENCE FOR INFORMATION SECURITY AND PRIVACY PRACTITIONERS EVERYWHEREInformation security and privacy roles demand up-to-date knowledge coming from a seemingly countless number of sources, including several certifications—like the CISM, CIPP, and CISSP—legislation and regulations issued by state and national governments, guidance from local and industry organizations, and even international bodies, like the European Union. The Information Security and Privacy Quick Reference: The Essential Handbook for Every CISO, CSO, and Chief Privacy Officer is an updated, convenient, and accurate desk reference for information privacy practitioners who need fast and easy access to the latest guidance, laws, and standards that apply in their field. This book is the most effective resource for information security professionals who need immediate and correct solutions to common and rarely encountered problems. An expert team of writers—Joe Shelley, James Michael Stewart, and the bestselling technical author, Mike Chapple—draw on decades of combined technology and education experience to deliver organized and accessible coverage of:* Security and Privacy Foundations * Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance* Security Architecture and Design* Identity and Access Management* Data Protection and Privacy Engineering* Security and Privacy Incident Management* Network Security and Privacy Protections* Security Assessment and Testing* Endpoint and Device Security* Application Security* Cryptography Essentials* Physical and Environmental Security* Legal and Ethical Considerations* Threat Intelligence and Cyber Defense* Business Continuity and Disaster RecoveryInformation Security and Privacy Quick Reference is a must-have resource for CISOs, CSOs, Chief Privacy Officers, and other information security and privacy professionals seeking a reliable, accurate, and fast way to answer the questions they encounter at work every single day. Introduction xiii1 SECURITY AND PRIVACY FOUNDATIONS 1Security 101 1Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) 3Disclosure, Alteration, and Destruction (DAD) 4Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) 5Privacy in the Modern Era 6Foundational Privacy Principles 8Security and Privacy Frameworks 11Security and Privacy Policies: Creation and Enforcement 14Establishing Security Awareness Programs 16Security Strategies 192 GOVERNANCE, RISK MANAGEMENT, AND COMPLIANCE 23The Role of Governance in Security and Privacy 23Key Regulations and Standards 26Regulatory Compliance 29Building and Managing a Risk Management Framework 32Managing Third-Party Risks and Vendor Assessments 353 SECURITY ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN 39Principles of Secure Design 39Security Operations Foundations 42Ensuring Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability 44Understanding Security Models 46Implementing Personnel Security 49Applying Protection Mechanisms 52System Resilience and High Availability 544 IDENTITY AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT 57IAM Core Concepts and Principles 57Authentication Methods and Multifactor Authentication 60Role-Based Access Control Versus Attribute-Based Access Control 62Identity Federation and Single Sign-On 65Zero Trust Architecture for IAM 68Identity Governance Life Cycle 71Access Control Attacks 735 DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY ENGINEERING 77Data Classification and Labeling 77Data Masking, Tokenization, and Encryption 80Data Loss Prevention Strategies 82Privacy by Design 85Developing a Privacy Program 87Cross-Border Data Transfers and Legal Implications 90Data Subject Rights and Privacy Request Handling 93Data Retention, Archiving, and Secure Disposal 966 SECURITY AND PRIVACY INCIDENT MANAGEMENT 101Incident Response Planning 101Detection and Triage of Security and Privacy Incidents 104Investigating Incidents 106Communication Plans for Incident Response 110Post-Incident Review and Lessons Learned 113Privacy Breach Notifications and Regulatory Reporting 1177 NETWORK SECURITY AND PRIVACY PROTECTIONS 121Secure Network Components 121Network Segmentation 125System Hardening 128Firewalls and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems 130Virtual Private Networks and Secure Access Service Edge 133Secure Wireless Network Management 136Securing the Cloud 139Network Monitoring 1428 SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND TESTING 145Building a Security Assessment and Testing Program 145Vulnerability Management 147Understanding Security Vulnerabilities 150Penetration Testing 153Testing Software 155Training and Exercises 1589 ENDPOINT AND DEVICE SECURITY 163Endpoint Detection and Response 163Network Device Security 166Mobile Device Management 169Understanding Malware 173Malware Prevention 176Patching and Vulnerability Remediation 17810 APPLICATION SECURITY 183Secure Software Development Life Cycle 183DevSecOps and DevOps Integration 187Application Attacks 191Injection Vulnerabilities 192Authorization Vulnerabilities 194Web Application Attacks 196Application Security Controls 198Coding Best Practices 20111 CRYPTOGRAPHY ESSENTIALS 205Core Cryptography Concepts 205Symmetric Cryptography 208Asymmetric Cryptography 210Hash Functions 213Digital Signatures 216Public Key Infrastructure 218Key Management Best Practices 220Cryptographic Attacks 22212 PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY 227Security and Facility Design 227Physical Access Controls and Monitoring 229Security in Data Centers and Server Rooms 232Environmental Controls 234Implement and Manage Physical Security 23513 LEGAL AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS 237Computer Crime 238Intellectual Property Laws 241Software Licensing Laws 243Import/Export Laws 244Privacy Laws 246Compliance 249Ethical Considerations 25014 THREAT INTELLIGENCE AND CYBER DEFENSE 253Threat Actors 253Threat Vectors 256Threat Intelligence 258Threat Feeds 259Threat Hunting 262Assessing Threat Intelligence 263Cyber Kill Chain and the MITRE ATT&CK 26515 BUSINESS CONTINUITY AND DISASTER RECOVERY 269Project Scope and Planning 270Conducting Business Impact Analysis 273Business Continuity Planning Essentials 277Recovery Planning Essentials 279Disaster Recovery Strategies and Solutions 282Testing and Simulation Exercises 284Index 289
Building Generative AI Agents
The dawn of AI agents is upon us. Tech visionaries like Bill Gates, Andrew Ng, and Vinod Khosla have highlighted the monumental potential of this powerful technology. This book will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to build generative AI agents using the most popular frameworks, such as AutoGen, LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, and Haystack.Recent breakthroughs in large language models have opened up unprecedented possibilities. After years of gradual progress in machine learning and deep learning, we are now witnessing novel approaches capable of understanding, reasoning, and generating content in ways that promise to revolutionize nearly every industry. This platform shift is as significant as the advent of mainframes, PCs, cloud computing, mobile technology, and social media. It’s why the world’s largest technology companies – like Microsoft, Apple, Google, and Meta – are making enormous investments in this category.While chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini have demonstrated remarkable potential, the years ahead will see the rise of generative AI agents capable of executing complex tasks on behalf of users. These agents already exhibit capabilities such as running test suites, searching the web for documentation, writing software, answering questions based on vast organized information, and performing intricate web-based tasks across multiple domains. They can autonomously investigate cybersecurity incidents and address complex customer support needs. By integrating skills, knowledge bases, planning frameworks, memory, and feedback loops, these systems can handle many tasks and improve over time._Building Generative AI Agents_ serves as a high-quality guide for developers to understand when and where AI agents can be useful, their advantages and disadvantages, and practical advice on designing, building, deploying, and monitoring them.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* The foundational concepts, capabilities, and potential of AI agents.* Recent innovations in large language models that have enabled the development of AI agents.* How to build AI agents for launching a product, creating a financial plan, handling customer service, and using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG).* Essential frameworks for building generative AI agents, including AutoGen, LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, and Haystack.* Step-by-step guidance on designing, building, and deploying AI agents.* Insights into the future of AI agents and their potential impact on various industries.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORExperienced software developersTOM TAULLI (@TTAULLI) is a consultant to various companies, such as Aisera, a venture-backed generative AI startup. He has written several books like AI Basics and Generative AI. Tom has also taught IT courses for UCLA, PluralSight and O’Reilly Media. For these, he has provided lessons in using Python to create deep learning and machine learning models. He has also taught on topics like NLP (Natural Language Processing).GAURAV DESHMUKH is a highly skilled technology leader with over a decade of experience driving transformative software engineering initiatives. Throughout his career, he has held pivotal technical roles at prominent companies such as Guidewire, Cigna, Home Depot, American Agricultural Laboratory (AmAgLab), Tata Exlsi, and Amdocs. Gaurav's expertise encompasses a range of cutting-edge technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software automation, data engineering, and full-stack development with various programming languages and web technology frameworks. He employs his vast knowledge to create innovative solutions that optimize workflows and drive business growth. Gaurav holds both an MBA and a Master's degree in Computer Science, with a focus on data warehousing and computer vision. He is dedicated to elevating the strategic role of software engineering in delivering business value. As a distinguished leader, Gaurav can be reached at gauravkdeshmukh89@gmail.com to explore transformative technical initiatives.Chapter 1: Introduction to Generative AI Agents.- Chapter 2: Generative AI Foundations.- Chapter 3: Types of Agents.- Chapter 4: Open AI GPT Agents and the Assistants API.- Chapter 5: Development Agents.- Chapter 6: Crew AI.- Chapter 7: AutoGen.- Chapter 8: LangChain.- Chapter 9: LangGraph.- Chapter 10: Haystack.- Chapter 11: Takeaways.
Informationssicherheit und Datenschutz - einfach und effektiv (2. Auflg.)
Informationssicherheit und Datenschutz – einfach und effektiv, in 2. Auflage aus dem Mai 2025.Die Bedrohungslage und somit die Herausforderungen für Informationssicherheit und Datenschutz nehmen immer weiter zu. Ein handhabbares wirksames und gleichzeitig entlastendes Instrumentarium ist deshalb für jedes Unternehmen unerlässlich. In diesem Buch werden Ihnen die Normen, gesetzlichen Anforderungen und Umsetzungsempfehlungen für Datenschutz und Informationssicherheit aufgezeigt und Sie erhalten Leitfäden und Hilfestellungen zum Aufbau Ihres Managementsystems.Die ISO 27001 gibt als internationale Norm für Informationssicherheit den Rahmen für das Managementsystem vor. Durch direkt nutzbare lean Best- Practices können Sie einfacher Ihre handhabbare Regulatorik ableiten, die sowohl ISO-27001-konform sind als auch den modernisierten IT-Grundschutz abdecken. Wichtig sind insbesondere die Integration mit dem Datenschutz (EU-DSGVO) sowie die Nutzbarkeit auch für andere Anforderungen und Umsetzungsempfehlungen, wie TISAX oder FAIT.Aus dem Inhalt:Anforderungen an Informationssicherheit und Datenschutz (u.a. ISO 27001, IT-Grundschutz und EU-DSGVO)Integriertes Managementsystem für Informationssicherheit und DatenschutzSchritt-für-Schritt-Leitfaden für den Aufbau des ManagementsystemsBest-Practices wie Schutzbedarfsfeststellung, Risikomanagement, Notfallmanagement, ISMS-Reporting und Sicherheits- und DatenschutzorganisationIntegration von Enterprise Architecture Management, IT-Servicemanagement und Informationssicherheit Vorbereiten für eine ISO-27001-ZertifizierungModernisierten IT-Grundschutz nutzenEnterprise Architecture Management und IT-Servicemanagement als Asset-Lieferant nutzenÜber den Autor Inge Hanschke hat in über 35 Berufsjahren als IT-Managerin bei Anwenderunternehmen, in einem ERP-Produkthaus und bei verschiedenen IT-Dienstleistern die IT strategisch und an den Geschäftsanforderungen ausgerichtet und das IT-Management professionalisiert. Die langjährigen Erfahrungen münden in die Methode zum Lean IT-Management (siehe www. Hanschke-Consulting.com).
Lean IT-Management - einfach und effektiv (2. Auflg.)
Lean IT-Management – einfach und effektivIn diesem Buch erhalten Sie als IT-Manager oder CIO Best-Practices zur Bewältigung Ihrer Herausforderungen in der Planung und Steuerung der IT an die Hand. Wählen Sie die für Sie relevanten Bausteine für das Enterprise Architecture Management, Prozessmanagement, Demand Management, Projektportfoliomanagement oder die IT-Organisation und die IT-Steuerung aus. Mithilfe der Leitfäden schaffen Sie für sich ein einfaches und gleichzeitig effektives Instrumentarium, um einerseits die IT-Komplexität zu beherrschen und andererseits die Veränderungen und Weiterentwicklung der IT-Landschaft zielgerichtet zu planen und zu steuern.Mit den praktischen Anleitungen und Best-Practices können Sie schnell die für Sie relevanten Quick-wins verwirklichen und Ihr Lean IT-Management-Instrumentarium Schritt für Schritt wertorientiert gestalten und etablieren.Aus dem Inhalt:Lean IT-ManagementIT-Planung IT-SteuerungEAM und UnternehmensarchitekturProzessmanagementDemand ManagementIT-GovernanceGlossar für das IT-ManagementÜber die Autorin: Inge Hanschke hat in über 35 Berufsjahren als IT-Managerin bei Anwenderunternehmen, in einem ERP-Produkthaus und bei verschiedenen IT-Dienstleistern die IT strategisch und an den Geschäftsanforderungen ausgerichtet und das IT-Management professionalisiert. Die langjährigen Erfahrungen münden in die Methode zum Lean IT-Management (siehe www. Hanschke-Consulting.com).
Computer für Senioren
Computer für SeniorenComputer einschalten, Buch aufschlagen, loslegen! So einfach kann Ihr Start mit Windows 11 sein. Mit diesem Werk bringen Sie sich alles rund um Ihren neuen PC selbst bei, und das ganz ohne Vorwissen: im Internet surfen, E-Mails schreiben, Fotos bearbeiten, Briefe ausdrucken – der Autor Philip Kiefer zeigt Ihnen alle nötigen Schritte am Bild und kommt ohne komplizierte Fachbegriffe aus. Die Anleitungen eignen sich für PC und Notebook gleichermaßen. So macht der Einstieg in die digitale Welt Spaß!Den Computer einrichten, im Internet surfen, E-Mails schreiben, Fotos ansehen, Geräte anschließen u. v. m.Für PC und NotebookAktuell zu Windows 11Aus dem InhaltAlles problemlos einrichtenSich am Bildschirm zurechtfindenPC und Notebook mit Maus und Touchpad bedienenIm Internet surfenE-Mails schreiben und empfangenKamera und Drucker anschließenFotos verschönern und präsentierenTexte schreiben und ausdruckenSicher sein vor Viren & Co.Texte und Bilder geordnet ablegen und schnell auffindenZum Autor:Philip Kiefer zählt zu den renommiertesten Computer-Fachbuchautoren Deutschlands und zeichnet sich besonders durch sein Talent aus, komplexe technische Inhalte leicht verständlich zu vermitteln.
Unleashing AI
UNLEASHING AI: HARNESSING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS IS A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR BUSINESS LEADERS, PROFESSIONALS, AND ENTREPRENEURS LOOKING TO UNDERSTAND AND LEVERAGE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL OF AI TECHNOLOGIES.Unleashing AI is an actionable resource that equips the readers with the knowledge and strategies to harness the power of AI for competitive advantage. This book goes beyond the hype and technical jargon, offering a clear and accessible exploration of AI's applications, implementation challenges, and ethical considerations. It reviews the fundamental concepts of AI, its applications across various business functions, and the ethical considerations associated with its deployment. Through detailed chapters and practical insights, readers will gain a deep understanding of how to integrate AI into their business strategies to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage.By combining expert insights, and practical frameworks, Unleashing AI empowers readers to navigate the AI landscape, identify opportunities, and develop effective AI strategies aligned with their business goals.
Expert Scripting and Automation for SQL Server DBAs
The market is trending toward a much smaller ratio of DBAs to SQL Server instances, but this book will help you meet this new reality by harnessing automation to continue building and maintaining reliable database platform services for your SQL Server enterprise. The book will help you automate your workload and manage more databases and instances with greater ease and efficiency by combining metadata-driven automation with the power of PowerShell. You'll soon be able to automate your new instance-builds and centralize your maintenance.This book walks you through automating the SQL Server build processes and maintenance of multiple instances from a single location, as well as how to use database metadata to drive your automation. With a heavier focus on PowerShell, this 2nd edition highlights modern techniques, such as configuration management. Also new in this edition, you will learn how to use PowerShell modules such as SqlServer and DBATools, which is a popular community module that you can rely on to keep your database estate running smoothly. You will understand the benefits of centralizing maintenance to better keep your enterprise responding with reliable performance to the loads placed upon it by your business. The book helps you become faster and better at what you do for a living, and thus will boost your value within the job market.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Automate SQL Server installation and configuration* Apply techniques such as Desired State Configuration to prevent drift on your servers and instances* Increase your value to your organization by automating low-value tasks and focusing your time on the higher-value ones * Take advantage of database metadata to drive automation, allowing you to build intelligent automated routines* Promote and demonstrate how to modernize database maintenance across your enterprise * Apply tools such as PowerShell with modern techniques to increase your value in the job market WHO THIS BOOK IS FORSQL Server DBAs who want to increase their productivity by embracing automationPETER CARTER is a SQL Server expert with two decades of experience developing, administering, and architecting SQL Server platforms and data-tier applications. Peter was awarded an MCC by Microsoft in 2011, and currently leads a team of platform engineers within a major UK company. His passion for SQL Server shows through in everything he does, and has written a number of SQL Server books (Apress), including _Pro SQL Server 2022 Administration_, _SQL Server Advanced Data Types_, _Securing SQL Server,_ and _SQL Server 2019 AlwaysOn_.1. T-SQL Technique For DBAs.- 2. PowerShell Fundamentals.- 3. PowerShell DSC.- 4. Working With The sqlserver Module.- 5. Working With DbaTools.- 6. Automating Installation.- 7. Metadata Driven Automation.- 8. Building an Inventory Database.- 9. Implementing Configuration Management For SQL Server.- 10. Centralizing Maintenance.- 11. Automating Routine Maintenance and Break/Fix Scenarios.
Scaling Enterprise Solutions with Large Language Models
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the bedrock of today's applications, propelling the field towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Despite this advancement, integrating such breakthroughs into large-scale production-grade enterprise applications presents significant challenges. This book addresses these hurdles in the domain of large language models within enterprise solutions.By leveraging Big Data engineering and popular data cataloguing tools, you’ll see how to transform challenges into opportunities, emphasizing data reuse for multiple AI models across diverse domains. You’ll gain insights into large language model behavior by using tools such as LangChain and LLamaIndex to segment vast datasets intelligently. Practical considerations take precedence, guiding you on effective AI Governance and data security, especially in data-sensitive industries like banking.This enterprise-focused book takes a pragmatic approach, ensuring large language models align with broader enterprise goals. From data gathering to deployment, it emphasizes the use of low code AI workflow tools for efficiency. Addressing the challenges of handling large volumes of data, the book provides insights into constructing robust Big Data pipelines tailored for Generative AI applications. _Scaling Enterprise Solutions with Large Language Models_ will lead you through the Generative AI application lifecycle and provide the practical knowledge to deploy efficient Generative AI solutions for your business.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN* Examine the various phases of an AI Enterprise Applications implementation.* Turn from AI engineer or Data Science to an Intelligent Enterprise Architect.* Explore the seamless integration of AI in Big Data Pipelines.* Manage pivotal elements surrounding model development, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the complete application lifecycle.* Plan and implement end-to-end large-scale enterprise AI applications with confidence.WHO THIS BOOK IS FOREnterprise Architects, Technical Architects, Project Managers and Senior Developers.Arindam Ganguly is an experienced Data Scientist in one of the leading Multi-National Software Service Firm where he is responsible for developing and designing intelligent solutions leveraging his expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics. He has over 8 years of experience delivering enterprise products and applications and has proven skill sets in developing and managing a number of software products with various technical stacks.Arindam also is well-versed in developing automation and hyper-automation solutions leveraging automated workflow engines and integrating them with AI. Additionally, he is the author of _Build and Deploy Machine Learning Solutions using IBM Watson_, which teaches how to build artificial intelligent applications using the popular IBM Watson toolkit.Chapter 1_Machine Learning Primer.- Chapter 2_Natural Language Processing Primer.- Chapter_3: RNN to Transformer and BERT.- Chapter_4: Large Language Models.- Chapter_5: Retrieval Augmented Generation.- Chapter_6: LLM Evaluation and Optimization.- Chapter_7: AI Governance and Responsible AI.- Chapter_8: Adding Intelligence to a Large Enterprise Applications.- Chapter_9: Data Pipelines in Generative AI.- Chapter_10: Putting it all Together.
Metaverse Technologies, Security, and Applications for Healthcare
UNLOCK THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL OF THE METAVERSE WITH THIS CRUCIAL BOOK THAT DELVES INTO VITAL INFORMATION, SECURITY CONCERNS, AND INNOVATIVE APPLICATIONS THAT CAN SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCE PERSONALIZED PATIENT CARE IN A RAPIDLY EVOLVING DIGITAL LANDSCAPE.This book explores insights into information security concerns, preventive measures, and their impact on healthcare applications in the Metaverse. The Metaverse is an amplified virtual world derived from the conjunction of virtual and physical space, where users can interact in an augmented world to meet each other virtually and engage in virtual activities that give authentic practice. The healthcare industry will tremendously benefit from this technology by using it to enhance personalized care for clients. Public health experts believe that while much has been said about the potential of the Metaverse in the entertainment and gaming industry, healthcare is another industry where its impact could be transformational. This volume provides a better understanding of healthcare applications in the Metaverse and why digital information security is of major concern. Recently, the world saw the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which physically stopped mobility. Life is taken care of using digital interactions and the movement of information digitally through the Metaverse. This book explores implementation issues and performance evaluations of emerging technologies, along with research results and networking methods to demonstrate the immense benefits of this emerging technology. Readers will find this book:* Provides comprehensive coverage of the Metaverse, including theoretical modeling of Metaverse architecture and protocols, prospective challenges, and information security;* Explores wide applications of the Metaverse and their relevance in healthcare;* Introduces solutions to real-life problems and the future prospects of the Metaverse.AUDIENCEResearchers, students, educators, and healthcare professionals focused on information communication technologies and their benefits in healthcare. AJAY KUMAR VYAS, PHD is an associate professor and the head of the Information and Communication Technology Department at Adani University, India with over 18 years of teaching and research experience. He is the author of over 50 research papers in peer-reviewed international journals and conferences, books, and many book chapters. His research interests include optical devices, AI applications for optics, and 5G and 6G communication. HARLEEN KAUR, PHD is an associate professor and chief investigator in the School of Engineering Sciences and Technology at Jamia Hamdard and a visiting professor at The World Academy of Sciences in Italy. She has published over 100 publications in refereed journals and conferences. Her key research includes information analytics, applied machine learning, and predictive modeling. SOURABH SHARMA, PHD is an associate professor in the School of Engineering at Avantika University with over 12 years of academic experience. He is a life member of the Soft Computing Research Society and provides his support and guidance as a reviewer in various international journals and conferences. His research expertise includes image processing applications, soft computing using optimization algorithms, and information security and mining. BHAVYA ALANKAR, PHD is an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Jamia Hamdard with over 20 years of teaching and research experience. He has authored and edited several books on very-large-scale integration, machine learning, and Internet of Things. His research interests include VLSI design, cloud computing, deep learning, and reconfigurable computing. Preface xviiAcknowledgments xxiPART I: METAVERSE TECHNOLOGY 11 INTRODUCTION TO METAVERSE FOR HEALTHCARE 3Amit Sharma1.1 Introduction of Metaverse 31.2 Metaverse in Healthcare 51.3 Potential Uses of Metaverse in Healthcare 61.3.1 Telemedicine and Virtual Consultations 61.3.2 Medical Education and Training 71.3.3 Patient Education and Engagement 101.3.4 Mental Health 111.3.5 Rehabilitation 131.4 Technological Infrastructure 141.4.1 Technologies 151.4.2 Wearable and Hardware 181.5 Benefits and Opportunities 221.5.1 Improved Accessibility 221.5.2 Enhanced Patient Experience 231.5.3 Cost Reduction 241.6 Challenges and Risks 251.6.1 Hardware 251.6.2 Ethical Concerns 251.6.3 Privacy and Data Security 261.6.4 Identity Hacking 261.6.5 Addiction and Mental Health 271.6.6 Regulatory and Legal Issues 271.6.7 Currency and Digital Payment 271.6.8 Technical Challenges 281.7 Metaverse’s Prospects for the Future in Healthcare 281.7.1 Predictions for the Future 281.7.2 Potential Technological Advancements 291.7.3 Long-Term Implications 291.8 Conclusion 30References 302 METAVERSE AND VIRTUAL HEALTHCARE: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES 37Diksha Dani, Gaurav Agrawal and Abha Kiran Rajpoot2.1 Introduction 382.2 Metaverse Enabling Technologies 402.2.1 Extended Reality 402.2.2 Blockchain 412.2.3 Internet of Things 412.2.4 Spatial and Edge Computing 422.2.5 3D Modeling and Reconstruction 432.2.6 Brain-Computer Interface 432.2.7 Artificial Intelligence 442.2.8 Advanced Wi-Fi Technology 442.3 Application in Healthcare 452.3.1 Metaverse in Surgeries 452.3.2 Education and Training 472.3.3 Medical Diagnosis and Consultation 482.3.4 Metaverse in Pain Management 482.3.5 Medical Health Data Management 492.4 Limitations and Challenges 492.4.1 Privacy and Security 492.4.2 Health Concerns 502.4.3 Dependence on the Internet 502.4.4 Interoperability 512.4.5 High Cost of Technology 512.4.6 Environmental Impact 522.5 Conclusion 52References 533 INNOVATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY: AN ETHICAL PERSPECTIVE ON METAVERSE HEALTHCARE 57Ajay Sudhir Bale3.1 Introduction 583.2 Methodology 593.2.1 Medical Training Metaverse 603.2.1.1 Osso Vr 633.2.1.2 MediVizor 693.2.2 Virtual Clinical Trials 693.3 Discussion 75Conclusion and Future Scope 77References 784 THE HEALTHCARE METAVERSE: UTILIZATIONS, OBSTACLES, AND PROSPECTS 81Shilpa MahajanIntroduction 81Metaverse 82Metaverse Components 83AR/VR Technologies 83Digital Avatars 843D Virtual Environments 85Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies 85Issues Faced by Healthcare Industries 87Applications of Metaverse in Healthcare Industry 89Limitation of AR/VR in Healthcare 90Challenges of Metaverse in Healthcare 94Future Directions 95Conclusion 96References 965 CREATING THE HEALTHCARE OF TOMORROW: THE METAVERSE’S OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES 101Vedanshee Upadhyay and Sourabh Sharma5.1 Introduction 1025.2 Analysis: Metaverse and Healthcare 1055.3 Discussion and Synthesis 1105.4 Conclusion 112References 1136 THE ROLE OF METAVERSE, AI, AND 5G IN MODERNIZING HEALTHCARE PLATFORMS 121Baby Chithra R., Salna Joy and Ajay Sudhir Bale6.1 Introduction 1226.1.1 Metaverse 1226.1.2 Ai 1246.1.3 5G and Beyond 1266.2 Application of Metaverse in Healthcare 1286.3 5G and AI Integration with Metaverse 1356.4 Conclusion and Future Scope 140References 1427 METAVERSE MAKEOVER: TRANSFORMING PATIENT CARE AND WELLNESS IN VIRTUAL REALMS 147Ritesh Kumar Jain, Ajay Kumar Vyas, Vishnu Agarwal and Paras Kothari7.1 Introduction 1487.2 The Evolution of Healthcare in Virtual Environments 1507.3 Applications of the Metaverse in Patient Care 1537.4 Improving Healthcare Education and Training 1577.5 Challenges and Considerations 1617.6 Future Directions and Opportunities 1657.7 Conclusion 167References 1698 METAVERSE IN MEDICAL TRAINING AND EDUCATION 173Avnish Bora and Sunil Vyas8.1 Introduction 1748.2 Virtual Reality 1808.3 Augmented Reality 1828.4 The Technology 1858.4.1 Augmented Reality (AR) 1858.4.2 Virtual Reality (VR) 1868.5 Market of AR and VR in Healthcare Practice 1878.6 Case Studies 1928.7 Future Directions 1938.8 Conclusion 195References 195PART II: SECURITY FOR METAVERSE 1999 SECURING HEALTHCARE IN THE METAVERSE: ADVANCE DEEP LEARNING ALGORITHMS FOR NON-TATA PROMOTER CLASSIFICATION IN GENOME SEQUENCING 201Om Varshney, Yashasvi Agrawal, Yashasvi Kanathey, Yoginii Waykole, Om Mishra and Harsh S. Dhiman9.1 Introduction 2029.2 Literature Review 2029.3 Methodology 2059.3.1 Preprocessing 2069.3.2 Sequence Modeling 2069.3.3 Convolutional Models 2069.3.4 Combining Sequence Modeling and Feature Extraction 2079.3.5 WaveNet 2079.4 Experimental Setup 2089.4.1 Data Collection 2089.5 Evaluation Metrics 2099.6 Training Parameters 2099.7 Results and Discussion 2109.7.1 Lstm 2109.7.2 Cnn 2119.7.3 ConvoLSTM 2129.7.4 WaveNet 2139.8 Conclusion 216References 21610 DATA PROTECTION REGULATION FOR E-HEALTH DEVICES 219Satwika Dash, Kumash Patel and Manivel Kandasamy10.1 Introduction to E-Health Devices 22010.1.1 Definition of E-Health Devices 22110.1.2 Scope and Trends in E-Health Devices 22110.1.2.1 Scope of E-Health Devices 22110.1.2.2 Trends in E-Health Devices 22210.1.3 E-Health Devices in Healthcare and Important Roles 22310.1.3.1 Patient Empowerment and Self- Management 22310.1.3.2 Healthcare Provider Efficiency and Effectiveness 22310.1.3.3 Healthcare System Optimization 22410.2 Importance of Data Protection Regulations 22410.2.1 Overview of General Data Protection Regulation (gdpr) 22410.2.2 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 22510.2.3 Accountability Act and Relevant Regulations (CCPA and PIPEDA) 22510.2.4 Important Guidelines and International Standards 22610.3 Security Principles and Data Privacy 22710.3.1 Overview of Data Minimization 22710.3.2 Data Integrity 22710.3.3 Data Confidentiality 22810.3.4 Transparency and Accountability of Data Privacy 22910.3.4.1 Transparency 22910.3.4.2 Rights of Data Security 23010.4 Regulatory Requirements and Compliance Framework 23110.4.1 Data Preprocessing, Retention, and Storage 23110.4.1.1 Data Preprocessing 23110.4.1.2 Data Retention 23110.4.1.3 Data Storage 23110.4.2 Data-Sharing Access 23210.4.3 Risk Assessment of E-Health Devices 23210.4.4 Data Protection and Privacy 23310.4.5 Security Mechanisms for Regulatory Requirements 23410.5 Data Transfer and Standard Regulations 23510.5.1 Global Data Transfer and Legal Frameworks 23510.5.2 Binding Corporate Rules (BCR) 23610.5.3 Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) 23710.5.4 Decision-Making for Data Transfer 23810.6 Future Data Protection for the E-Health Sector 23910.6.1 Future Technologies and Impact of the E-Health Sector 23910.6.2 Emerging Technologies in Data Protection 24010.6.2.1 AI and Machine Learning in Data Protection 24210.6.2.2 Role of Blockchain in Data Protection Management 24310.6.2.3 Data Protection Regulatory Evaluation 24410.6.3 Security Measures and Ethical Considerations 24510.6.4 Enhancing the Protection Control over Personal Health Data 24610.6.5 Industry Standards in Data-Sharing Mechanisms 24710.6.6 Future Challenges and Solutions for Data Protection 24810.6.7 Summary of the Data Protection 24910.6.7.1 Applications of Data Privacy and Security in E-Health 25010.6.7.2 Future Trends in Data Protection for E-Health 251References 25311 AN EXTENSIVE REVIEW OF CURRENT CYBERSECURITY TRENDS IN THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR 255Manoj Dhawan and Lalit Purohit11.1 Introduction 25611.2 Related Work 25811.3 Findings from the Review 26611.4 Limitations and Suggestions for Future Research 27011.5 Conclusion 272References 27212 IMPLEMENTATION OF METAVERSE TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SECURITY 277Manas Tiwari, Kamal Kumar Kushwah, Hameed Khan and Ajay Kumar Vyas12.1 Introduction 27812.2 Unpacking the Metaverse and Its Key Ingredients 28012.2.1 Virtual Reality (VR) 28112.2.2 Augmented Reality (AR) 28112.2.3 Mixed Reality (MR) 28112.2.4 Metaverse Enables in Health Space 28112.2.5 Telemedicine and Remote Consultations 28212.3 Patient Engagement and Therapy in the Metaverse 28312.3.1 Virtual Reality Treatment 28412.3.2 Involved Patients and Personalized Therapy 28512.3.3 Establishing Networks and Communities 28512.4 Case Study for the Global Health Initiative 28612.5 Ethical Factors in VR Therapy 28812.5.1 Informed Consent 28812.5.2 Individualized 28812.5.3 Constant Monitoring 28812.6 Technological Challenges and Solutions 28912.6.1 The Metaverse’s Potential for Healthcare 28912.6.2 Prospective Applications in the Future 29012.6.3 Potential Limitations and Challenges 29212.7 Conclusion 292References 29313 METAVERSE TECHNOLOGIES, SECURITY, AND APPLICATIONS FOR HEALTHCARE 297Shilpi Jindal, Shristi Chaudhary, Shalini Sharma, Meenu Rani and Sonia Bajaj13.1 Introduction to the Metaverse 29813.2 Metaverse Technologies: Back to the Basics and Beyond 29813.2.1 Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) 29813.2.2 Blockchain and Decentralized Technologies 29913.2.3 AI and ml 29913.2.4 5G and Edge Computing 29913.2.5 Innovations in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) 29913.3 Security Challenges in the Metaverse for Healthcare 30013.3.1 Data Privacy and Confidentiality 30013.3.2 Identity Management and Authentication 30013.3.3 Cybersecurity Threats and Attack Vectors 30013.3.4 Data Integrity and Reliability 30113.3.5 Compliance with Regulatory Requirements 301References 30714 LEADING-EDGE KEY MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES IN THE CRYPTOGRAPHY: THE METAVERSE-DRIVEN STRATEGY 313Devendra Kuril, Manoj Dhawan and Lalit Purohit14.1 Introduction 31414.2 Association of Sections 31514.3 Significant and Consequence of the Leading-Edge Key Management 31514.4 Recommended Approaches 31714.5 An Extremely Efficient Encipher/Decipher Suggested Algorithm 31914.5.1 Essential Key Elements 31914.5.2 Approaches in the Process of Encipher/Decipher 31914.6 Observation and Examination 32114.6.1 Considering an Instance as All Factors Remained Null During Leading-Edge Key Generation 32114.7 Summarization and Future Work 321References 322PART III: APPLICATIONS OF METAVERSE 32515 IMPLEMENTATION OF METAVERSE FOR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM MODELING 327Naureen Afrose, Rideb Chakraborty, Ahana Hazra, Pratibha Bhowmick and Mithun Bhowmick15.1 Introduction 32815.2 Key Technologies of the Metaverse for Healthcare 32915.2.1 Virtual Reality (VR) 32915.2.2 Mixed Reality (MR) 33115.2.3 Extended Reality (XR) 33215.2.4 Augmented Reality (AR) 33415.2.5 Artificial Intelligence (AI) 33515.3 Metaverse Implementation in Healthcare Modeling 33615.3.1 Integrating Healthcare Data Sources: EHRs, Imaging, Demographics, and Facility Layouts 33815.3.2 Patient Pathway Simulation: Optimizing Care Delivery and Patient Flow 34015.3.3 Healthcare Facility Design: Virtual Prototyping for Improved Efficiency 34115.3.4 Epidemiological Forecasting: Simulating Disease Spread and Resource Allocation 34115.4 Benefits of Metaverse for Healthcare System Modeling 34315.4.1 Improved Patient Outcomes 34315.4.2 Better Decision-Making 34415.4.3 Increased Efficiency 34415.5 Challenges and Considerations 34515.6 The Future of Metaverse in Healthcare System Modeling 34615.7 Conclusion 347References 34716 5G SPEEDS FOR METAVERSE HEALTHCARE PROMISES AND CHALLENGES 351Mamta B. Savadatti, Ajay Sudhir Bale, Achyutesh Dixit and Subhashish Tiwari16.1 Introduction 35216.2 5G Network Requirements for Metaverse Healthcare 35416.2.1 Low Latency 35616.2.2 Key Performance Indicators for 5G Healthcare 35716.2.3 High Connection Density 35816.2.4 Reliability 35816.2.5 Architecture of Smart Healthcare System 35916.3 Enabling Metaverse Healthcare Applications with 5G 36116.3.1 Real-Time Patient Monitoring 36216.3.2 High-Fidelity Medical Visualization 36316.3.3 Virtual Collaborative Environments 36416.3.4 Haptic Feedback and Immersion 36516.4 Challenges in 5G Rollout for Healthcare Metaverse 36816.4.1 Network Coverage 36816.4.2 Spectrum Allocation 36916.4.3 Technical Obstacles 37116.5 Risks and Uncertainties 37216.6 Conclusion and Future Directions 373References 37317 INCORPORATING DIGITAL TWIN TECHNOLOGY IN HEALTHCARE: PROSPECTS AND CONSTRAINTS 379Krupa Purohit17.1 Introduction 38017.2 Leveraging Digital Twin Technology to Enhance Patient Care 38117.2.1 Customized Healthcare 38217.2.2 Healthcare Administration and Preventive Treatment 38217.2.3 Training and Planning for Surgery 38317.2.4 Hospital and Healthcare System Administration 38317.3 Prospects and Constraints 38317.3.1 Prospects 38317.3.2 Constraints 38417.4 Healthcare Facilities Utilizing Digital Twins 38517.5 Prospective Avenues for Further Investigation 390References 39118 APPLICATION PERSPECTIVES OF DIGITAL TWIN IN HEALTHCARE USING METAVERSE 393Bablu Kumar Singh and Ajay Kumar Vyas18.1 Introduction 39318.2 Need for Digital Twin for Healthcare 39718.3 Opportunity 39918.4 Applications 39918.5 Metaverse: Challenges and Opportunity 40318.6 Conclusion 404References 40519 OPTIMIZING DHD FOR HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS IN THE METAVERSE 409Vrunda Patel, Mansvi Patel, Khush Patel and Jignesh Thaker19.1 Introduction 41019.2 Materials Used in Dynamic Holography Display 41119.2.1 Experimental Details 41419.3 How to Train Network Through CNN for the Optimization of Phase-Only Hologram 41619.4 Metaverse Technology in Healthcare with Holographic Display 41919.4.1 Metaverse Interfacing 41919.4.2 Employment of Healthcare Technologies with Metaverse 422References 42720 XAI WITH DIFFERENT METHODS AND APPLICATIONS IN HEALTHCARE 431Mamta Motiramani, Nainsiben Patel and Alok Kumar Singh20.1 Introduction 43220.2 Leveraging Open Data and XAI 43320.2.1 Explainable Open Data 43420.2.2 XAI in Healthcare 43520.3 Knowledge Graph 43620.4 Metaverse Using Immersive Technology 43720.4.1 Technologies for Metaverse Healthcare 43720.5 Deep Learning–Based Medical Image Analysis 43920.6 Dynamic Pruning via XAI 44020.7 Predictive Analytics of Pancreatic Cancer 44120.8 Approach to Interpretable Healthcare Model 44120.9 Challenges 44420.10 Conclusion 446References 446Index 451
Artificial Intelligence Textbook with Reinforcement Learning
This a book on Artificial Intelligence. It is both a text book and a reference book. It is designed for online learning. It is one of many books on the subject of artificial intelligence. There are more than 400 of them. It is the only one on strategy that is intended to reflect on how to go about doing AI for productive purposes. It also covers about what AI is already, but it is more than that. It answers the question “Can a machine think?” and most people are quite tired of that question. In fact, people are now more interested in how to do what we want to do. In fact, AI is a inportant subject in our lives and here are two outstanding books that atune to that assertion: The Singularity is Nearer (2024) by Ray Kurzweil, and Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach (1995) by Stuart Russell and Peter Norvig. The writers are exceedingly intelligent, and the books are useful but not that easy to read. University research is equally noteworthy. But what about the strategy of adopting AI for the modern operational environment? How do you know what to do and how to do it. Do you have to be a scientist or a mathematician to do the job? Absolutely not. Do you need to be a manager, a major CEO, or even the President of a country. Probably yes. But you need to have the information to do the job. This book gives you what you should do to implement AI in the organization and precisely what you need to know in order to do it. When doing the job of implementing, should you be knowledgeable about precisly what has to be done? Of course. Do you personally have to do it? Not at all. Do you need information on related subjects, of course again. Do you have to read this book serially? Of course not; it is too detailed. Will this be happy reading? On some topics, yes. I other sections, not so much. There are a lot of pages because the environment of AI is large and complicated. Many of the subjects covered in this book will be extremely useful in other areas of business and the organizaton. One more thing. One of the leading topics in Artificial Intelligence research is Reinforcement Learning that serves as the basis for ChatGPT, similar systems, and a wide range of AI topics. Every reader and every student should be advised of its existent and be comfortable with its subject matter.
Anwendungsbezogenes Projektmanagement
Die Intention dieses Buches ist es, Projektleitern zu helfen handwerkliche Fehler im Projektmanagement zu vermeiden und sie in ihrer Professionalität zu unterstützen. Neben einem ausführlichen IT-Praxisfall sind Mustervorlagen eines Projektauftrags sowie eines Projektabschlussberichts enthalten. Mit der zweiten Auflage wurden die Facetten des Projektmanagements erweitert und um agiles Projektmanagement ergänzt. Gleichzeitig dient das Buch aber auch als Grundlage für Hochschulkurse zum Projektmanagement. Es ist durch die Kombination aus langjähriger, intensiver Projektleitererfahrung sowie akademischer Betrachtung des Themas in Vorlesungen an verschiedenen Universitäten und Hochschulen entstanden.CHRISTIAN BÄR ist Professor für Wirtschaftsinformatik mit Schwerpunkt Projektmanagement und verbindet, als Chief Technology Officer der DATEV eG, die Lehre mit der Praxis.JENS FIEGE ist Geschäftsführer bei der b4value.net GmbH. Er hat umfassende Erfahrungen im klassischen und agilen Projektmanagement und war Lehrbeauftragter der DHBW Mannheim.MARKUS WEIẞ ist als Product Owner bei der DATEV eG für die Steuerung eines Softwareentwicklungsbereichs verantwortlich und daneben als Dozent tätig.MARTIN ERTEL ist als Projektleiter für den Aufbau eines Entwicklungsstandorts in Polen und als Staffing Manager für das Staffing von Entwicklungsprojekten bei der DATEV eG verantwortlich.Teil I: Pragmatische und methodische Vorgehensweise.-Begriffsbestimmungen und Definitionen.- Projektwürdigkeitsanalyse.- Projektorganisation und Durchführung.- SMART formulierter Projektauftrag.- Rahmenbedingungen für die Projektsteuerung.- Projektkoordination.- Projektcontrolling.- Projektabschluss.- Teil II: Praxisfall.- Das Softwareprojekt bei der Muster GmbH.- Index.
Artificial Intelligence in Remote Sensing for Disaster Management
INVEST IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN REMOTE SENSING FOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT TO GAIN INVALUABLE INSIGHTS INTO CUTTING-EDGE AI TECHNOLOGIES AND THEIR TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE IN EFFECTIVELY MONITORING AND MANAGING NATURAL DISASTERS.Artificial Intelligence in Remote Sensing for Disaster Management examines the involvement of advanced tools and technologies such as Artificial Intelligence in disaster management with remote sensing. Remote sensing offers cost-effective, quick assessments and responses to natural disasters. In the past few years, many advances have been made in the monitoring and mapping of natural disasters with the integration of AI in remote sensing. This volume focuses on AI-driven observations of various natural disasters including landslides, snow avalanches, flash floods, glacial lake outburst floods, and earthquakes. There is currently a need for sustainable development, near real-time monitoring, forecasting, prediction, and management of natural resources, flash floods, sea-ice melt, cyclones, forestry, and climate changes. This book will provide essential guidance regarding AI-driven algorithms specifically developed for disaster management to meet the requirements of emerging applications. NEELAM DAHIYA, PHD is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Applications at Chitkara University, Punjab, India. She has authored over ten articles in international journals and filed more than ten patents with the Indian Patent Office, five of which were granted. She has also reviewed various articles for renowned journals and conferences. Her research interests include remote sensing, digital image processing, deep learning, and hyperspectral imaging. GURWINDER SINGH, PHD is an associate professor at the Institute of Computing at Chandigarh University, India. He has internationally published over 35 articles, conference papers, and book chapters, as well as one patent. He also serves as a member of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing and the Indian Society of Remote Sensing. His research interests include remote sensing, digital image processing, agricultural land use classification, machine learning, and deep learning. SARTAJVIR SINGH, PHD is a professor and the Associate Director for the University Institute of Engineering at Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. He has filed over 50 patents with the Indian Patent Office, with over half granted. He has authored over 50 articles in international journals and edited various proceedings for conferences and symposia in addition to serving as an editor for several international journals. His research interests include electronics, remote sensing, and digital image processing. APOORVA SHARMA is a digital analyst and assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. She has published three articles in internationally reputed journals and conferences and contributed to innovative wearable and geospatial technologies. Her research interests include remote sensing, digital image processing, agriculture and cryosphere studies, machine learning, and deep learning.
systemd for Linux SysAdmins
Explore the world of systemd—yes, all lower-case, even at the beginning of a sentence— which is the modern replacement for init and SystemV init scripts. It is also much more. It can evoke a wide range of reactions from SysAdmins and others responsible for keeping Linux systems up and running. The fact that systemd is taking over so many tasks in modern Linux systems has engendered push-back and discord among certain groups of developers and SysAdmins.You will learn systemd’s strengths and weaknesses, and why there’s no truth in the myth that systemd is a monolithic monstrosity.Learn how systemd is the mother of all processes, and is responsible for bringing the Linux host up to a state in which productive work can be done. You’ll learn about the functions assumed by systemd, which is far more extensive than the old init program, and how it manages many aspects of a running Linux host, including:* Mounting filesystems* Managing hardware* Creating new systemd services and understanding existing ones* Creating timers that trigger system maintenance events* Starting and managing the system services that are required to have a productive Linux host* Using the systemd journal to access critical performance and problem solving information.* Why the systemd plan to take over the world is actually a good thing_systemd for Linux SysAdmins_ is your one-stop shop, giving you everythiing you need to get started and utilize this software suite for Linux operatiing systems.YOU WILL LEARN:* How to use systemd, what it is, and what it does* To manage each of the major functional components of systemd and learn from real-world examples to illustrate their typical usage by SysAdmins* Pragmatic work-arounds, hints and tricks to minimize issues to ensure you have greater systemd functionalityTHIS BOOK IS FOR:Linux system administrators (SysAdmins) who need to or are already in the process of switching from SystemV to systemd. It’s also intended for SysAdmins with more systemd experience but who want to improve their knowledge and skills with systemd.DAVID BOTH, SCSA, RHCT, RHCE is an Open Source Software and Linux advocate, trainer, writer, and speaker. He has been working with Linux and Open Source Software since 1996 and has been working with computers for over 50 years. He is a strong proponent of and evangelist for the "Linux Philosophy for System Administrators."He has taught RHCE classes for Red Hat and has worked at MCI Worldcom, Cisco, and the State of North Carolina. He has taught classes on Linux ranging from Lunch'n'Learns to full five day courses.David has written articles for magazines including, Linux Magazine, Linux Journal, and OS/2 Magazine back when there was such a thing. David wrote for Opensource.com (OSDC) before it was closed by Red Hat. He now writes for Both.org while working with a core group of OSDC alumni to recreate the community that made OSDC so successful.David has published eight books with Apress, “_The Linux Philosophy for SysAdmins_,” August 2018, and a three volume self-study training course, “_Using and Administering Linux — From Zero to SysAdmin_,” released in December, 2019, and "_Linux for the Small Business,_" released in late 2022. The second edition of “_Using and Administering Linux — From Zero to SysAdmin_,” was released in 2023.He has found some interesting and unusual ways of problem solving, including sitting on one computer on which he was working.Chapter 1: Learning to Love systemd.- Chapter 2: Linux Boot and Startup.- Chapter 3: Understanding Linux startup with systemd.-Chapter 4: How I Manage startup Using system.- Chapter 5: Using the systemctl Command to Manage systemd Units.- Chapter 6: Control Your Computer Time and Date with system.- Chapter 7: Use systemd Timers.- Chapter 8: Analyzing systemd Calendar and Timespans.- Chapter 9: firewalld.- Chapter 10: Managing Resources with cgroups in system.- Chapter 11: Using systemd-Resolved Name Service.- Chapter 12: Replacing rc.local in systemd Linux Systems.- Chapter 13: Using systemd Journals to Troubleshoot Transient Problems.- Chapter 14: Analyze Linux startup Performance.- Chapter 15: How to use systemd as a Troubleshooting Tool.- Chapter 16: Why I Support the systemd Plan to Take over the World.
Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For Dummies
A COMPREHENSIVE ROADMAP TO USING AI IN YOUR CAREER AND IN YOUR LIFEArtificial intelligence is everywhere. Major software organizations like Microsoft, Google, and Apple have built AI directly into products and invited the world to become part of the AI revolution. And it's impossible to use these tools to their fullest potential without understanding the basics of what AI is and what it can do. Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For Dummies compiles insight from the expert authors of AI books in the For Dummies series to provide an easy-to-follow walkthrough for anyone interested in learning how to use AI. You'll learn how to put artificial intelligence to work for you and your company in a wide variety of situations, from creating office assistants to managing projects and marketing your products. INSIDE THE BOOK:* How to prompt AI platforms like ChatGPT and Copilot while avoiding “hallucinations” and other bugs* Strategies for adding artificial intelligence tools to your company's existing workflows to improve efficiency and generate new opportunities* Techniques to improve your programming capabilities with AI or create new AI-powered toolsPerfect for professionals curious about the potential and pitfalls associated with generative artificial intelligence, Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For Dummies shows you exactly how AI works and how you can apply it in your own professional and personal life. This collection gathers the work of top authors of AI topics in the For Dummies series including CHRIS MINNICK, author of Coding with AI For Dummies;JOHN PAUL MUELLER, LUCA MASSARON and STEPHANIE DIAMOND, co-authors of Artificial Intelligence For Dummies, 3rd Edition; PAM BAKER, author of ChatGPT For Dummies;SHIV SINGH, author of Marketing with AI For Dummies;DANIEL STANTON, author of Project Management with AI For Dummies;PAUL MLADJENOVIC, author of AI Investing For Dummies; SHERYL LINDSELL-ROBERTS, author of Business Writing with AI For Dummies; and JEFFREY ALLAN, co-author of Writing AI Prompts For Dummies.
Wissensmanagement (8. Auflg.)
Aktueller und umfassender Überblick über das Thema Wissensmanagement in 8. Auflage aus dem Mai 2025.Die Entwicklung der letzten zehn Jahre zeigt, dass in Organisationen das Interesse am Wissensmanagement wächst. Dennoch ist festzustellen, dass der Nutzen des Wissensmanagements von einem tieferen Verständnis der verfügbaren Konzepte abhängt und nicht von der Unternehmensgröße.Das Themenfeld des Wissensmanagements wird in diesem Buch systematisch geordnet und in Verbindung mit den aktuellen Entwicklungen auf einem anspruchsvollen Niveau aufbereitet. Ziele sind eine umfassende Einführung und ein ganzheitlicher Überblick. Der Fokus wird dabei auch auf die praktische Umsetzung und auf ungelöste Probleme und Herausforderungen gelenkt. Damit bietet das Buch Orientierung in einem innovativen und zukunftsorientierten Anwendungsfeld, das mittlerweile in der Wissenschaft und in der Praxis gleichermaßen akzeptiert ist.AUS DEM INHALT:Die Herausforderung: Wandel und Bewältigung von Wandel in Unternehmen // Grundlagen des Wissensmanagements // Referenzdisziplinen des Wissensmanagements // Methodische und softwaretechnische Unterstützung des Wissensmanagements // Wissensmanagement in der Praxis
Quantencomputing
In Erstauflage aus dem Mai 2025: Grundlagen, Algorithmen, Anwendung. Mit Python-Beispielen zur direkten Umsetzung.Was ist ein Qubit? Können sie wirklich zwei Zustände gleichzeitig annehmen? Und was bedeutet Quantenüberlegenheit? Quantencomputing schafft eine neue Dimension in der Verarbeitung von Informationen und liefert Ansätze für Probleme, die bisher nicht effizient gelöst werden können.In diesem Leitfaden gibt Ihnen Dr. Kaveh Bashiri einen ausführlichen Einblick in die Grundlagen und Anwendungsszenarien des Quantencomputings. Sie lernen zunächst das theoretische Fundament kennen, bevor Sie auf diesem Verständnis bahnbrechende Quantenalgorithmen nachvollziehen. Dabei erwartet Sie ein praxisorientierter Zugang mit vielen Beispielen, die Sie selbst in Qiskit programmieren können.Mehr als Einsen und Nullen. Grundlagen verstehen Qubits, Gatter, Superposition: Die mathematischen Grundlagen des Quantencomputings werden verständlich erklärt und eingeordnet. Auf diesem Fundament starten Sie eigene Programmierexperimente. Mit Qiskit arbeiten Wenn Sie mit Quantencomputern arbeiten wollen, brauchen Sie nicht unbedingt die Ausstattung eines Forschungslabors. Mit Qiskit emulieren Sie die Funktion echter Quantenrechner und probieren Quantenalgorithmen ganz einfach aus. Von der Theorie zur Anwendung Viele Aspekte des Quantencomputings sind noch Zukunftsmusik, und trotzdem ist der Einfluss groß. In einem Ausblick erfahren Sie, welche Auswirkungen die Quantentheorie auf die Informatik hat und wie Sie die Entwicklung von Kryptografie-Algorithmen beeinflusst. Aus dem Inhalt: Hintergründe und Theorie Warum brauchen wir überhaupt Quantencomputer? Mathematische Grundlagen: Lineare Algebra, Dirac-Notation, Wahrscheinlichkeitstheorie Von der klassischen Informatik zu den Quanten Elemente der Quantenmechanik Quantenschaltkreismodelle und Qubits Quantenverschränkungen Algorithmen und Anwendung: Deutsch-Jozsa, Simon, Shor, Grover und mehr Post-Quanten-Kryptografie Über den Autor: Dr. Kaveh Bashiri arbeitet in der IT-Sicherheit und beschäftigt sich hauptsächlich mit kryptografischen Auswirkungen von Quantenalgorithmen sowie mit Post-Quanten-Verfahren.
Distributed Time-Sensitive Systems
THE BOOK PROVIDES INVALUABLE INSIGHTS INTO CUTTING-EDGE ADVANCEMENTS ACROSS MULTIPLE SECTORS OF SOCIETY 5.0, WHERE CONTEMPORARY CONCEPTS AND INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLICATIONS EMPOWER YOU TO UNDERSTAND AND ENGAGE WITH THE TRANSFORMATIVE TECHNOLOGIES SHAPING OUR FUTURE. Distributed Time-Sensitive Systems offers a comprehensive array of pioneering advancements across various sectors within Society 5.0, underpinned by cutting-edge technological innovations. This volume delivers an exhaustive selection of contemporary concepts, practical applications, and groundbreaking implementations that stand to enhance diverse facets of societal life. The chapters encompass detailed insights into fields such as image processing, natural language processing, computer vision, sentiment analysis, and voice and gesture recognition and feature interdisciplinary approaches spanning legal frameworks, medical systems, intelligent urban development, integrated cyber-physical systems infrastructure, and advanced agricultural practices. The groundbreaking transformations triggered by the Industry 4.0 paradigm have dramatically reshaped the requirements for control and communication systems in the factory systems of the future. This revolution strongly affects industrial smart and distributed measurement systems, pointing to more integrated and intelligent equipment devoted to deriving accurate measurements. This volume explores critical cybersecurity analysis and future research directions for the Internet of Things, addressing security goals and solutions for IoT use cases. The interdisciplinary nature and focus on pioneering advancements in distributed time-sensitive systems across various sectors within Society 5.0 make this thematic volume a unique and valuable contribution to the current research landscape. AUDIENCEResearchers, engineers, and computer scientists working with integrations for industry in Society 5.0
Künstliche Intelligenz heute
Künstliche Intelligenz wird schon heute in vielen Unternehmen angewendet. Und es werden immer mehr. Schon bald werden KI-Anwender starke Wettbewerbsvorteile erzielen, weil sie bessere Produkte anbieten, die haltbarer sind, effizienter produziert wurden und wahrscheinlich auch nachhaltiger sein werden. Diese Unternehmen haben also gleich mehrere Vorteile. Aber: Dies sind nur selten deutsche Unternehmen. Und es sind noch seltener deutsche Startups. In diesem Buch spricht Gunnar Brune mit Anwendern, Forschern und Investoren aus Wirtschaft, Medizin und Wissenschaft, um zu zeigen, wie Machine Learning und Künstliche Intelligenz erfolgreich und oft überraschend einfach zum Einsatz kommen (Applied AI). Die Lektüre bietet Informationen, Ansätze und Inspiration für den nutzbringenden Einsatz von Künstlicher Intelligenz heute.Die zweite Auflage erweitert das Buch um aktuelle Themen wie Generative Künstliche Intelligenz, KI-Storytelling und KI-Unternehmensstrategien.GUNNAR BRUNE ist Strategieberater und Autor für Wirtschaftsthemen. Gemeinsam mit dem Netzwerk AI.HAMBURG unterstützt er die Anwendung von Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Wirtschaft, damit deren strategische Chancen genutzt werden können..- 1 Einführung in die Welt aktueller Anwendungen Künstlicher Intelligenz (Applied AI)..- 1.1 Künstliche Intelligenz: aktuelles Werkzeug und Science Fiction..- 1.2 Künstliche Intelligenz in Deutschland: viele Fragen und wenig Wissen..- 1.3 Künstliche Intelligenz am Arbeitsplatz: Furcht und Staunen..- 1.4 Künstliche Intelligenz in der Medizin: Wenig Vertrauen bei Patienten..- 1.5 Künstliche Intelligenz im Alltag: Unterstützung wird gerne angenommen..- 1.6 Künstliche Intelligenz und Nachhaltigkeit: Deutschland denkt ans Auto..- 2 Applied AI und das AI-Paradox..- 3 Mit Künstlicher Intelligenz mehr Market Intelligence generieren..- 3.1 Portrait Dr. Robin P. G. Tech..- 3.2 Interview..- 4 Mehr Qualität, geringere Kosten, höhere Effizienz. KI in der Produktion von Nahrungsmitteln..- 4.1 Portrait Dr. Ralph Grothmann..- 4.2 Interview..- 5 Mit Enthusiasmus für Daten kann jeder Mehrwert für Unternehmen und Mitarbeitende schaffen..- 5.1 Portrait Dr. Robert Friedrich..- 5.2 Interview..- 6 Mit Künstlicher Intelligenz besseren Content produzieren..- 6.1 Portrait Eugen L. Gross..- 6.2 Interview..- 7 Künstliche Intelligenz und der Mensch – together forever..- 7.1 Portrait Andreas Wartenberg..- 7.2 Interview..- 8 Mit Künstlicher Intelligenz das Wissen der Chefärzte konservieren...- 8.1 Portrait Matthias Steffen..- 8.2 Interview..- 9 Mit KI-Unterstützung kann man Krebs spezifischer therapieren und Nebenwirkungen vermeiden..- 9.1 Portrait Felix Faber..- 9.2 Interview..- 10 Künstliche Intelligenz: Wir erkunden eine Terra Incognita für das Marketing..- 10.1 Portrait Prof. Dr. Raoul V. Kübler..- 10.2 Interview..- 11 Neue Algorithmen lösen Probleme, die man vorher auf diese Art nicht lösen konnte..- 11.1 Portrait Prof. Dr. Ulf Brefeld..- 11.2 Interview..- 12 Der Umgang mit lernenden Maschinensystemen ist eine wichtige Bildungsaufgabe..- 12.1 Portrait Prof. Dr. Sascha Spoun..- 12.2 Interview..- 13 Mit Künstlicher Intelligenz lassen sich wie nie zuvor technische Verfahren und Produkte optimieren..- 13.1 Portrait Prof. Dr. Andreas Timm-Giel..- 13.2 Interview..- 14 Mehr Impact für Künstliche Intelligenz mit mehr KI-Startups aus Deutschland..- 14.1 Portraits Petra Vorsteher und Ragnar Kruse..- 14.2 Interview..- 15 Künstliche Intelligenz anwenden. Jetzt..- 15.1 Wir haben viele Chancen. Nutzen wir unsere besten Energien und Fähigkeiten..- 15.2 KI: ein Modewort und ein großes Missverständnis..- 15.3 Künstliche Intelligenz ist ein Werkzeug für heute..- 15.4 Künstliche Intelligenz braucht Mentoren..- 15.5 Mit Künstlicher Intelligenz: besser entscheiden, effizienter wirtschaften..- 15.6 Die Arbeit mit Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Wirtschaft..- 15.7 Die Arbeit mit Künstlicher Intelligenz in der Medizin..- 15.8 Mensch und Maschine werden in Zukunft zusammenarbeiten..- 15.9 Digitalisierung und Künstliche Intelligenz lassen sich nicht trennen..- 15.10 Künstliche Intelligenz heute: Die Zeit ist gekommen.