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GenAI on AWS  by Olivier Bergeret

GenAI on AWS

Olivier Bergeret

"GenAI on AWS: A Practical Approach to Building Generative AI Applications on AWS is an essential guide for anyone looking to dive into the world of generative AI with the power of Amazon Web Services (AWS). Crafted by a team of experienced cloud and software...

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Nonprofit AI  by Nathan Chappell

Nonprofit AI

Nathan Chappell

"Despite the clear benefits, many nonprofits are still in the nascent stages of their AI transformation journey. Recent studies have found that while 89% of nonprofit organizations believe AI will improve efficiency, only 12% currently use it. This gap known...

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Navigating artificial intelligence  by Brian Clegg

Navigating artificial intelligence

Brian Clegg

"What with machine learning and deep learning, chat bots and robots, generative AI and deep fakes, the modern landscape of artificial intelligence is suddenly a very real place to explore. But how are you expected to navigate this exciting and potentially...

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The singularity paradox  by Anders Indset

The singularity paradox

Anders Indset

"The Singularity Paradox: Bridging the Gap Between Humanity and AI delves deep into the concept of singularity, described as "the final narcissistic injury of mankind (FNI)," and introduces the idea of creating "Artificial Conscious Entities (ACEs)" as a means...

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Microsoft 365 Excel formulas & functions  by Ken Bluttman

Microsoft 365 Excel formulas & functions

Ken Bluttman

"Microsoft Excel is the Swiss Army knife of apps. With over 470 built-in functions and countless custom formulas, the program can help make you the smartest guy or gal in any room. And now that it's been supercharged with Copilot--Microsoft's AI-powered...

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Microsoft SharePoint  by Rosemarie Withee

Microsoft SharePoint

Rosemarie Withee

"SharePoint For Dummies is your trusted instruction manual as you learn to create sites, upload and manage documents, collaborate with coworkers, and streamline workflows. Updated to include new AI functionality with Copilot, this edition walks you through the...

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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic  by Rob Sylvan

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic

Rob Sylvan

"New and experienced photographers will gain tips and tricks for using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic. Learn to edit, organize, and share large numbers of digital photos. This edition walks through all of the software's fundamental features, as well as the...

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Microsoft 365 Word for professionals  by Dan Gookin

Microsoft 365 Word for professionals

Dan Gookin

"This latest edition of Word For Dummies is packed with the essentials you need to turn any old copy of the famous word processor into a document-creating, table-formatting, graphics-editing super app. You'll even learn how to customize your version of...

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Microsoft 365 Excel  by David H. Ringstrom

Microsoft 365 Excel

David H. Ringstrom

"A crystal-clear walkthrough to Microsoft(R) 365 Excel(R) spreadsheets Are you ready to take full control of your data, crunch numbers, and become the office MVP? With the help of this book, you'll learn how to build spreadsheets, organize data, perform...

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Microsoft Excel 365 bible  by Michael Alexander

Microsoft Excel 365 bible

Michael Alexander

"Neatly organized and written using accessible language, Microsoft Excel 365 Bible contains everything that readers need to know to get up and running quickly with Excel. Covering the numerous updates to Excel 365 since the previous edition was published in...

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iPad for seniors  by Dwight Spivey

iPad for seniors

Dwight Spivey

"This guide shows you how to get started with your iPad. It includes information on iPad accessibility features, using maps and organising your calendar, finding and browsing sites of interest to seniors on the Web with mobile Safari, using the iPad for e-mail...

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Cybersecurity  by Joseph (Cybersecurity expert) Steinberg

Cybersecurity

Joseph (Cybersecurity expert) Stein...

"Cybercriminals are constantly updating their strategies and techniques in search of new ways to breach data security--shouldn't you learn how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe? Fully updated with information on AI, hybrid work environments, and more,...

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iPad for seniors in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

iPad for seniors in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile, and easy to use, and there is no reason why it should be the preserve of the younger generation. The range of models has been expanded over the years so that there are now different sizes to cover all...

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Macs for seniors  by Mark L Chambers

Macs for seniors

Mark L Chambers

"Get going with your Mac(R) computer You can become a Mac user at any age. Macs(R) For Seniors For Dummies makes it simple to figure out your Mac, even if you're a first-timer. This book gets straight to the point, with clear instructions on how to buy, set...

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ChatGPT for dummies  by Pamela Baker

ChatGPT for dummies

Pamela Baker

""Updated to provide a deeper and closer look at ChatGPT... Expanded and extended, this new edition of ChatGPT For Dummies covers the latest tools, models, and options available on the popular generative AI platform. You'll learn best practices for using...

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Beyond cracking the coding interview  by Gayle Laakmann McDowell

Beyond cracking the coding interview

Gayle Laakmann McDowell

"For over a decade, Cracking the Coding Interview has been hailed as the "bible" of interview prep. Now, Beyond Cracking the Coding Interview builds on that foundation to prepare you for today's tougher coding interviews and hiring climate. This sequel...

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Twisty little passages  by Nick Montfort

Twisty little passages

Nick Montfort

"This book examines interactive fiction from a gaming and literary perspective. The author offers both aficionados and first-time users a way to approach interactive fiction that should lead to a more pleasurable and meaningful experience of it"--Publisher's...

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The shortest history of AI  by Toby Walsh

The shortest history of AI

Toby Walsh

"Revealing how many 'overnight' successes were decades in the making, this accessible and illuminating book simplifies AI into six key ideas, equipping readers to understand where we've been and where we're headed"--Publisher's description.

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These strange new minds  by Christopher Summerfield

These strange new minds

Christopher Summerfield

"An insider look at the Large Language Models (LLMs) that are revolutionizing our relationship to technology, exploring their surprising history, what they can and should do for us today, and where they will go in the future--from an AI pioneer and...

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Microsoft 365 Office all-in-one  by Paul McFedries

Microsoft 365 Office all-in-one

Paul McFedries

"Provides detailed coverage of each Office 365 module and offers advice on optimizing the applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access"--Publisher's description.

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Building a career in cybersecurity  by Yuri Diogenes

Building a career in cybersecurity

Yuri Diogenes

"Cybersecurity is one of the world's fastest growing, most exciting fields--but that doesn't mean it's easy to enter the industry and succeed. Now, there's a complete guide to creating a great cybersecurity career, whether you are migrating to cybersecurity...

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The thinking machine  by Stephen Witt

The thinking machine

Stephen Witt

"The riveting investigative account of Nvidia, the tech company that has exploded in value for its artificial intelligence computing hardware, and Jensen Huang, Nvidia's charismatic, uncompromising CEO In June of 2024, spurred by the frenzy of investment...

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iPhone for seniors in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

iPhone for seniors in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"IPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 9th edition covers all models of iPhone using iOS 17"--Publisher's description.

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Windows 11 in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

Windows 11 in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"A comprehensive, yet concise guide that walks you through Windows 11 basics so that you're up and running in no time. Then, in easy steps, it gently guides you through advanced features to help you venture further and get more from Windows 11"--Publisher's...

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From pessimism to promise  by Payal Arora

From pessimism to promise

Payal Arora

"In this book, digital anthropologist Payal Arora proposes ways in which we can envision new design systems and thinking to include the world. Drawing from fieldwork on young people's digital usage in Brazil, India, Bangladesh and Nigeria, Arora reveals how...

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Microsoft 365 Word  by Dan Gookin

Microsoft 365 Word

Dan Gookin

"The bestselling beginner's guide to Microsoft Word. Written by the author of the first-ever For Dummies book, Dan Gookin, this new edition of Word For Dummies quickly and painlessly gets you up to speed on mastering the world's number-one word processing...

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Microsoft 365 PowerPoint  by Doug Lowe

Microsoft 365 PowerPoint

Doug Lowe

"Present like a pro, with the top-selling PowerPoint book on the market Since 1999, PowerPoint For Dummies has been giving readers a jargon-free way to compose compelling presentations. This update covers the latest release of Office and Office 365. Learn the...

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Windows 11 for seniors  by Curt Simmons

Windows 11 for seniors

Curt Simmons

"The top-selling Windows book for the older and wiser crowd Windows 11 For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition delivers fluff-free information on making the latest version of Windows work for you. You'll get clear guidance on the basics, troubleshooting tips, and...

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Java  by Barry Burd

Java

Barry Burd

"Learn to code with Java and open the gate to a rewarding career Now in its 9th edition, Java For Dummies gives you the essential tools you need to understand the programming language that 17 million software developers rely on. This beginner-friendly guide...

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Canva  by Jesse Stay

Canva

Jesse Stay

"The essential guide to the popular, beginner-friendly graphic design platform Canva For Dummies is a beautiful full-color reference, covering everything you need to create dazzling visual materials in Canva Free and Pro versions"--Publisher's description.

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Artificial intelligence for developers in easy steps  by Richard Urwin

Artificial intelligence for developers in easy steps

Richard Urwin

"Artificial Intelligence for Developers in easy steps is for coders who want to enhance their skillset quickly and easily. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay, and this guide reveals how AI works and illustrates how to build AI applications. It even...

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The AI revolution 2050  by Marcin Tkaczyk

The AI revolution 2050

Marcin Tkaczyk

"The Al revolution is well underway, and you have a choice: Get on board, or get left behind. Al is advancing at an astonishing pace, and to keep up, you're going to need to be adaptable and fully informed about its developments. If you're already thinking...

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Microsoft 365 Excel VBA programming  by Dick Kusleika

Microsoft 365 Excel VBA programming

Dick Kusleika

"Your step-by-step guide to doing more with Microsoft Excel Fully updated for the latest version of Office 365, Excel VBA Programming For Dummies will take your Excel knowledge to the next level. With a little background in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)...

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Microsoft 365 Access  by Laurie Ulrich-Fuller

Microsoft 365 Access

Laurie Ulrich-Fuller

"In the newly revised edition of Microsoft Access For Dummies, professional database developer and Access extraordinaire Laurie Ulrich-Fuller walks you through the ins-and-outs of one of the world's most popular database platforms. This is the perfect...

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Windows 11 all-in-one  by Ciprian Adrian Rusen

Windows 11 all-in-one

Ciprian Adrian Rusen

"Filled with tweaks, tips and troubleshooting tricks, this must-have resource to Windows 11 shows you, through step-by-step instructions, how to dig through Microsoft's ubiquitous operating system and get the most out of the latest version"--Publisher's...

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Microsoft Copilot  by Chris Minnick

Microsoft Copilot

Chris Minnick

"Microsoft is enhancing all its most widely used productivity software--including Windows and apps like Word and Excel--with the power of AI. And now you can learn to make the most of this revolutionary new tool with Microsoft Copilot For...

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Microsoft 365 Outlook  by Faithe Wempen

Microsoft 365 Outlook

Faithe Wempen

"Get up to speed on Microsoft's world-famous emailing, scheduling, collaborating, and organizing super-app Microsoft Outlook can do pretty much anything for you-short of cooking you a steak dinner. It can deliver and sort your email, filter out the junk, help...

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Microsoft 365 Copilot at work  by Sandar Van Laan

Microsoft 365 Copilot at work

Sandar Van Laan

"Learn to leverage Microsoft's new AI tool, Copilot, for enhanced productivity at work In Microsoft 365 Copilot At Work: Using AI to Get the Most from Your Business Data and Favorite Apps, a team of software and AI experts delivers a comprehensive guide to...

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AI engineering  by Chip Huyen

AI engineering

Chip Huyen

"Foundation models have enabled many new AI use cases while lowering the barriers to entry for building AI products. This has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful development tool that anyone can use -- including those with no prior AI...

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The advanced Roblox coding book  by Heath Haskins

The advanced Roblox coding book

Heath Haskins

"The Advanced Roblox Coding Book provides next-level, beginner-friendly guidance for middle-grade readers using Roblox Studio and Lua code to create interactive games. Players will learn where and how to use scripts, how to introduce variables and customize...

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Genesis  by Henry Kissinger

Genesis

Henry Kissinger

"As it absorbs data, gains agency, and intermediates between humans and reality, AI (Artificial Intelligence) will help us to address enormous crises, from climate change to geopolitical conflicts to income inequality. It might well solve some of the greatest...

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Data science essentials  by Lillian Pierson

Data science essentials

Lillian Pierson

"Data Science Essentials For Dummies is a quick reference on the core concepts of the exploding and in-demand data science field, which involves data collection and working on dataset cleaning, processing, and visualization. This direct and accessible resource...

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Microsoft Power Platform  by Jack A. Hyman

Microsoft Power Platform

Jack A. Hyman

"Microsoft Power Platform For Dummies covers the essentials you need to know to get started with Microsoft Power Platform, the suite of business intelligence applications designed to make your enterprise work smarter and more efficiently. You'll get a handle...

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YouTube channels  by Rob Ciampa

YouTube channels

Rob Ciampa

"Unleash Your Video Stardom! Ready to shine on the world's biggest stage? With YouTube Channels For Dummies, you'll unlock the secrets to creating powerful videos and channels that captivate audiences and propel your brand to stardom. Four renowned experts...

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Networking all-in-one  by Doug Lowe

Networking all-in-one

Doug Lowe

"The essentials you need to learn about networking--10 books in one! With over 900 pages of clear and trustworthy information, Networking All-in-One For Dummies is the perfect beginner's guide AND the perfect professional reference book. Small networks, large...

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Java essentials  by Doug Lowe

Java essentials

Doug Lowe

"Swiftly brush up on the foundations of Java programming Java Essentials For Dummies is a reliable and succinct reference on the core components of Java-the multifaceted general-purpose language used for desktop, mobile, and web applications. This...

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SQL essentials  by Richard Blum

SQL essentials

Richard Blum

"SQL All-in-One For Dummies has everything you need to get started with the SQL programming language, and then to level up your skill with advanced applications. This relational database coding language is one of the most used languages in professional...

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Teach yourself visually iPhone 16  by Guy Hart-Davis

Teach yourself visually iPhone 16

Guy Hart-Davis

"Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 16 is your ultimate guide to getting the most out of your brand-new iPhone! Apple's graphics-driven iOS 18.1 is perfect for visual learners, so this book uses a visual approach to show you what you need to know to get up and...

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C++ essential  by John Mueller

C++ essential

John Mueller

"The quick and crystal-clear guide to C++ programming. C++ Essentials For Dummies is your useful reference to the key concepts of C++, the popular general-purpose language utilized everywhere from building games to writing parts of operating systems. With...

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The line  by James Boyle

The line

James Boyle

"The line that distinguishes people from animals, systems, and things is getting harder to draw. For all the concern about AI and genetic engineering, there has been surprisingly little discussion of the possible personhood of the new entities this century...

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The language of cyber attacks  by Aaron Mauro

The language of cyber attacks

Aaron Mauro

"The perils of clicking an unknown link or divulging sensitive information via email are well-known, so why do we continue to fall prey to malicious messages? Examining practices and tools such as phishing, ransomware and clickbait, this groundbreaking book...

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Getting great results with Excel Pivot Tables, PowerQuery, and PowerPivot  by Thomas Fragale

Getting great results with Excel Pivot Tables, PowerQuery, and PowerPivot

Thomas Fragale

"Excel is still the most popular tool for organizing and analyzing data, and today's professionals are expected to have a high degree of fluency with it. Complex Excel tools like Pivot Tables, PowerQuery, and PowerPivot can help you manage and report on data...

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Adobe Animate Classroom in a book 2024 release  by Russell Chun

Adobe Animate Classroom in a book 2024 release

Russell Chun

"The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Animate! Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program doesan official training series from Adobe, developed...

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iPhone for seniors  by Dwight Spivey

iPhone for seniors

Dwight Spivey

"iPhone For Seniors For Dummies, 2025 Edition helps you make the most out of your iPhone. You'll learn all about iPhone models and get help in deciding which one suits you best. If you've already got your phone in hand, you're ready to make calls, send text...

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iPhone  by Guy Hart-Davis

iPhone

Guy Hart-Davis

"iPhone For Dummies, 2025 Edition, covers the iPhone basics, as well as the features of iPhone 16 and earlier models. You'll also learn how to navigate the new iOS 17 release to make phone and FaceTime calls, send texts and messages, get online, play games,...

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Android smartphones for seniors  by Marsha Collier

Android smartphones for seniors

Marsha Collier

"Take command of your Android smartphone. Android Smartphones For Seniors For Dummies is the best no-nonsense guide for members of theolder-and-better crowd who want to use their smartphone's features without making a support call. This fluff-free guide shows...

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The C# type system  by Steve (Software developer) Love

The C# type system

Steve (Software developer) Love

"Modern C# is a comprehensive guide to the best practices for effectively using C# to create value types and write better programs. The book explores the core features of the memory and object models of C#, using practical examples and real-world...

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Taming Silicon Valley  by Gary Marcus

Taming Silicon Valley

Gary Marcus

"An expert on AI safety explains what we must do now to minimize the serious harms and threats that AI poses while realizing its benefits for society"--Publisher's description.

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Computers for seniors  by Faithe Wempen

Computers for seniors

Faithe Wempen

"Become a tech-savvy computer user, the beginner-friendly way. Computers For Seniors For Dummies gives you the confidence you need to connect with friends and explore the internet all from the comfort of your couch. This step-by-step guide walks you through...

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Artificial intelligence  by John Mueller

Artificial intelligence

John Mueller

"Dive into the intelligence that powers artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence is swiftly moving from a sci-fi future to a modern reality. This edition of Artificial Intelligence For Dummies keeps pace with the lighting-fast expansion of AI tools that...

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Devil in the stack  by Andrew Smith

Devil in the stack

Andrew Smith

"From internationally bestselling author and journalist Andrew Smith, an immersive, alarming, sharp-eyed journey into the bizarre world of computer code, told through his sometimes painful, often amusing attempt to become a coder himself. Throughout history,...

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Photoshop Elements 2025  by Barbara Obermeier

Photoshop Elements 2025

Barbara Obermeier

"The "Photoshop Elements 2025 For Dummies" guide offers a comprehensive introduction to Adobe's user-friendly photo editing software, tailored for beginners and non-professionals. It covers a range of editing tools and techniques, from basic adjustments like...

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Windows 11  by Alan Simpson

Windows 11

Alan Simpson

"'Windows 11' brings you up to speed on the latest version of Windows, so you can make your PC operate the way you need it to with no guesswork. This straightforward and approachable resource helps you keep your PC or laptop humming, helping you do things like...

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MacOS Sequoia  by Guy Hart-Davis

MacOS Sequoia

Guy Hart-Davis

"Apple's legendary computer operating system just got an update. macOS Sequoia for dummies shows you the ropes. Packed with clear and valuble information for new and veteran Mac user alike, this book covers the basics of operating a Mac, and it explores the...

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ChatGPT and the future of AI  by Terrence J. (Terrence Joseph) Sejnowski

ChatGPT and the future of AI

Terrence J. (Terrence Joseph) Sejno...

"The inside story of how large language models such as ChatGPT have, in few short months, captured the imagination of the world"--Publisher's description.

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Head first Python  by Paul Barry

Head first Python

Paul Barry

"Want to learn the Python language without slogging your way through how-to manuals? With Head First Python, you'll quickly grasp Python's fundamentals by working with built-in data structures and functions. You'll build your very own web app, which--once it's...

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PCs & laptops  by Dan Gookin

PCs & laptops

Dan Gookin

"PCs and Laptops For Dummies is a user's guide to the features your PC or laptop has to offer--and how to use them successfully. With this book as your coach, you can jump over technological hurdles with ease, navigating the hardware and software of your...

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Build a website with ChatGPT  by Paul McFedries

Build a website with ChatGPT

Paul McFedries

"Create a portfolio of cool and creative websites--all without having to write your own code. Build a Website with ChatGPT teaches you zero-coding web development utilizing powerful generative AI tools like ChatGPT. If you can open a web browser, you're ready...

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Bit by bit  by Ecy Femi King

Bit by bit

Ecy Femi King

"Originally designed as an educational supplement for the renowned Stanford courses Computer Science 106A and 106B, Bit by Bit is a comic-style resource that uses fractal grids, custom-drawn characters, and fun graphics as a visually immersive introduction to...

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Learn Python the hard way  by Zed Shaw

Learn Python the hard way

Zed Shaw

"Zed Shaw has created the world's most reliable system for learning Python. Follow it and you will succeed--just like the millions of beginners Zed has taught to date! You bring the discipline, persistence, and attention; the author supplies the masterful...

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Fighting phishing  by Roger A. Grimes

Fighting phishing

Roger A. Grimes

"Fighting Phishing: Everything You Can Do To Fight Social Engineering and Phishing serves as the ideal defense against phishing for any reader, from large organizations to individuals. Unlike most anti-phishing books, which focus only on one or two strategies,...

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See yourself in cyber  by Ed (Cybersecurity expert) Adams

See yourself in cyber

Ed (Cybersecurity expert) Adams

"In this book, information security strategist and educator Ed Adams delivers a unique and insightful discussion of the many different ways the people in your organization--inhabiting a variety of roles not traditionally associated with cybersecurity--can...

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The mind's mirror  by Daniela Rus

The mind's mirror

Daniela Rus

"An exciting introduction to the true potential of AI from the director of MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. Imagine a technology capable of discovering new drugs in days instead of years, helping scientists map distant galaxies...

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How AI will change your life  by Patrick Dixon

How AI will change your life

Patrick Dixon

"Bestselling keynote speaker's timely take on the future with artificial intelligence. Artificial Intelligence will create gigantic benefits for humankind but will become more powerful than many governments, with purposes and plans of its own, and the ability...

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MacBook Pro and MacBook Air  by Guy Hart-Davis

MacBook Pro and MacBook Air

Guy Hart-Davis

"Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro and MacBook Air covers all the vital information you need to start working on your MacBook. With this highly illustrated and easy-to-follow guide, you'll learn to navigate the macOS interface like a pro; customize your...

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Why machines learn  by Anil Ananthaswamy

Why machines learn

Anil Ananthaswamy

"A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence. Machine-learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a...

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Language of deception  by Justin Hutchens

Language of deception

Justin Hutchens

"A penetrating look at the dark side of emerging AI technologiesIn The Language of Deception: Weaponizing Next Generation AI, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity veteran Justin Hutchens delivers an incisive and penetrating look at how contemporary and...

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Generative AI  by Pamela Baker

Generative AI

Pamela Baker

"Generative AI tools capable of creating text, images, and even ideas seemingly out of thin air have exploded in popularity and sophistication. This valuable technology can assist in authoring short and long-form content, producing audio and video, serving as...

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Feeding the machine  by James Muldoon

Feeding the machine

James Muldoon

"Silicon Valley has sold us the illusion that artificial intelligence is a frictionless technology that will bring wealth and prosperity to humanity. But hidden beneath this smooth surface lies the grim reality of a precarious global workforce of millions...

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Mastering AI  by Jeremy (Jeremy A.) Kahn

Mastering AI

Jeremy (Jeremy A.) Kahn

"An urgent book on generative artificial intelligence from one of the top US journalists in the tech field, exploring the risk and benefits looming. The debut of ChatGPT on November 30th was a watershed moment in the history of technology. We stand on the...

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AI snake oil  by Arvind Narayanan

AI snake oil

Arvind Narayanan

"A trade book that argues that predictive AI is snake oil: it cannot and will never work. Artificial Intelligence is an umbrella term for a set of loosely related technologies. For instance, ChatGPT has little in common with algorithms that banks use to...

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How AI thinks  by Nigel Toon

How AI thinks

Nigel Toon

"We are used to thinking of computers as being a step up from calculators - very good at storing information, and maybe even at playing a logical game like chess. But up to now they haven't been able to think in ways that are intuitive, or respond to questions...

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The nature of code  by Daniel Shiffman

The nature of code

Daniel Shiffman

"A beginner-friendly creative coding tutorial that explores a range of programming strategies for developing computer simulations of natural systems-from elementary concepts in math and physics to sophisticated machine-learning algorithms. All examples are...

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Head first JavaScript programming  by Eric Freeman

Head first JavaScript programming

Eric Freeman

"What will you learn from this book? Now in its second edition, this brain-friendly guide is your comprehensive journey into modern JavaScript, covering everything from the core language fundamentals to cutting-edge features that define JavaScript today....

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Supremacy  by Parmy Olson

Supremacy

Parmy Olson

"In November of 2022, a webpage was posted online with a simple text box. It was an AI chatbot called ChatGPT, and was unlike any app people had used before. It was more human than a customer service agent, more convenient than a Google search. Behind the...

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Podcasting  by Jeremy Wade Morris

Podcasting

Jeremy Wade Morris

"Podcasting burst onto the media landscape in the early 2000s. At the time, there were hopes it might usher in a new wave of amateur and professional cultural production and represent an alternate model for how to produce, share, circulate and experience new...

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Lightroom in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

Lightroom in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"Lightroom in easy steps begins by looking at the desktop, mobile and web versions of Lightroom and shows how they can be used individually and together to effortlessly capture, edit, and share photos between your devices. This provides a one-stop-shop for all...

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Content design  by Sarah (Training consultant) Winters

Content design

Sarah (Training consultant) Winters

"Sarah Winters (internationally renowned leader and founder of Content Design London) and content designer Rachel Edwards explain how to use content design techniques to make your content better for your users, and your organisation.They explain: what content...

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Mastering AI  by Jeremy (Jeremy A.) Kahn

Mastering AI

Jeremy (Jeremy A.) Kahn

"A Fortune magazine journalist draws on his expertise and extensive contacts among the companies and scientists at the forefront of artificial intelligence to offer dramatic predictions of AI's impact over the next decade, from reshaping our economy and the...

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Programming with GitHub® Copilot  by Kurt Dowswell

Programming with GitHub® Copilot

Kurt Dowswell

"Accelerate your programming with the most popular AI coding tool on the market: GitHub Copilot. In Programming with GitHub Copilot: Write Better Code — Faster, veteran software developer and GitHub community hero Kurt Dowswell delivers an insightful and...

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New scientist essential guide

New scientist essential guide

"What the new age of artificial intelligence means for humanity. AI has long been considered tomorrow's technology. But in November 2022 the release of ChatGPT ushered in the age of generative AI. These powerful and creative tools are transforming everything...

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Jensen Huang's NVIDIA  by Daniel D. Lee

Jensen Huang's NVIDIA

Daniel D. Lee

""Jensen Huang's Nvidia: Processing the Mind of Artificial Intelligence" delves into the compelling journey of Nvidia from its inception to becoming a titan in the realms of artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing, and beyond. Under the...

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Android phones for seniors in easy steps  by Nick Vandome

Android phones for seniors in easy steps

Nick Vandome

"Android Phones for Seniors In Easy Steps, 4th edition covers versions up to Android13--the most widely used version of Android--but it can also be used for most other versions of Android too. Throughout the book you will learn how to: Get started with the...

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Get started with MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico  by Gareth Halfacree

Get started with MicroPython on Raspberry Pi Pico

Gareth Halfacree

"Microcontrollers, like the RP2040 chip at the heart of Raspberry Pi Pico, are computers stripped back to their bare essentials. You don't use monitors or keyboards with them — instead, you program them over USB to take their input from (and send their output...

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Our next reality  by Alvin W. Graylin

Our next reality

Alvin W. Graylin

"Over the last 100 years, technology has changed our world. Over the next decade it will transform our reality. We are entering a new technological age in which artificial intelligence and immersive media will transform society at all levels, mediating our...

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Google Workspace  by Paul McFedries

Google Workspace

Paul McFedries

"Google Workspace For Dummies is here to show you the tips and tricks for upping your productivity with Google's cloud-based software suite. This book includes jargon-free instructions on using Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Chat, and Meet. You'll learn...

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MacBook  by Mark L. Chambers

MacBook

Mark L. Chambers

"So sleek, so cool. From the moment you slid it from the box, you wanted to learn as much as you possibly could about your new device. Whether you're a newbie or a Mac veteran, you'll find all you need right here--from initial set-up and customization to...

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C# 12 and .NET 8  by Mark J. Price

C# 12 and .NET 8

Mark J. Price

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Prompt engineering for generative AI  by James Phoenix

Prompt engineering for generative AI

James Phoenix

"Large language models (LLMs) and diffusion models such as ChatGPT and Stable Diffusion have unprecedented potential. Because they have been trained on all the public text and images on the internet, they can make useful contributions to a wide variety of...

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