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Computer Orchestration Tips And Tricks

Using modern technology, composers no longer need to wait until an orchestra plays their score to hear what their music will actually sound like. Using a computer and suitable software, it’s possible for anyone to produce high-quality results that can be used for music CDs, film and TV scores — or even as a basis [...]

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

Know in 10 minutes what it takes others hours, and keep up with the latest trends in your industry.
In this summary you will learn:

Seven approaches that effective people take to attain fulfillment
How to build your character and shape your life more deliberately

Why you should read The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
This book was a [...]

Head First Algebra

Contrary to popular thought, algebra is not just a headache: it is solving for the unknown. “Algebra is about finding the information you’re looking for by using the information you already have,” explain Tracey Pilone and Dan Pilone, authors of the newly released Head First Algebra. “The unknown could be the cost of a car [...]

Head First Physics

Are you or your offspring struggling to pass the AP Physics B exam? Is your college physics class giving you a headache? Or do you wish you understood how the world around you really works?
Then check out Head First Physics: A Learner’s Companion to Mechanics and Practical Physics. Using the unique and highly effective visual [...]

Make Projects: Small Form Factor PCs

Chances are you love playing music on your computer. And if you’ve ever longed to build a dedicated digital audio jukebox, now you can by following the instructions in an exciting new book from Make Projects — Small Form Factor PCs — can show you how.
Developed by the creative team that brings you Make — [...]

Digital Astrophotography

At first glance, the challenge of astrophotography may appear daunting. But spectacular results are not only possible; they are easy to learn with the step-by-step approach of Digital Astrophotography: A Guide to Capturing the Cosmos. Amateurs today can produce images that only 20 years ago a large professional observatory would have been proud of-and this [...]

Forbidden LEGO: Building Instructions For LEGO Models That Break The LEGO Rules

It just may be impossible to exhaust the creative potential of LEGO bricks. When LEGO builders use their imagination, the possibilities are endless. But the LEGO Company has its official (and sensible) rules for building that include no cutting or tampering with bricks, creating models that shoot unapproved projectiles, or using non-standard parts. Well, toss [...]

Mind Wars - Brain Research And National Defense

Jonathan Moreno discusses his new book, Mind Wars: Brain Research and National Defense (Nov. 2006/Dana Press) in a public lecture featuring Jennifer Bard, Professor of Law and Director of the Health Law Program, Texas Tech University; and, Paul Root Wolpe, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Senior Fellow of the Center for Bioethics, University of Pennsylvania. [...]

Jurassic Poop

Twenty-five years ago American entomologist George Poinar’s work on ancient insects in amber inspired Michael Crichton’s futuristic thriller Jurassic Park. Now son Hendrik Poinar’s groundbreaking work has inspired the world’s first book on the science of fossil feces, Jurassic Poop.
The new children’s book by Canadian science writer Jacob Berkowitz reveals that America not only has [...]

The Fundamental Flaw In “The Long Tail”

I’ve spent a few weeks thinking about Chris Anderson’s The Long Tail, the premise of his popular new book and his suggested implications for business in the future. Finally, a few days ago I read Lee Gomes’ terrific column in the Wall Street Journal where he debunks some of Anderson’s statistical analysis, which really helped [...]

Global Environmental Governance

Ten global environmental threats and how they can be addressed through treaties, new forms of government and international cooperation are examined in a new book, Global Environmental Governance.
The book, written by Yale Dean Gus Speth and political scientist Peter Haas outlines shortcomings of current efforts to address climate disruption, loss of biodiversity, acid rain, ozone [...]

Don’t Get Burned On eBay

Every day, people fall into traps while bidding, paying, shipping and dealing with other eBayers. But you don’t have to. Don’t Get Burned On eBay helps you profit from others’ mistakes. It’s packed with hair-raising stories of people who made innocent mistakes that led to grief, humiliation, and loss of money. With sharp, witty rhetoric, [...]

iPod & iTunes: The Missing Manual, Fourth Edition

“The tiny square pamphlet that Apple includes with each artfully designed iPod package is enough to get your iPod up and running, charged, and ready to download music,” says J. D. Biersdorfer, technology Q&A columnist for the “New York Times.” “But if you want to know more about how the iPod works, all the great [...]

Repairing & Upgrading Your PC - O’Reilly’s Latest Release

Most people take their cars to a service station, whether it’s for a standard oil change or a more complex tune-up. But what if you didn’t have to? What if you had a complete guide to car repair and could do it yourself? You could save money and impress colleagues by becoming a savvy do-it-yourselfer. [...]

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