Computer Safety

This comprehensive introductory computer graphics textbook focuses on conceptual aspects of computer graphics, covering the fundamental mathematical models as well as the inherent problems encountere

A brain-computer interface (BCI) establishes a direct output channel between the human brain and external devices. BCIs infer user intent via direct measures of brain activity and thus enable communic

The book investigates how, and which, forgiving road environments (FOR) and self-explaining road measures (SER) will contribute to increasing road safety and also increase network efficiency on the ro

Chemical food safety deals with all aspects of chemical risks in the food chain, predominantly with the biologically active components of food, additives, contaminants and their toxicology. Preventing

Learn more about FIRE SAFETY with Lieutenant Toby, who’s no ordinary puppy in this vividly illustrated and colored picture book! Complete with colorful illustrations for emphasis, this book is perfect

Adding depth and context to the Safety Management systems materials available from the Federal Aviation Administration, the International Civil Aviation Organization, and other sources, this volume pr

Safety and Security Engineering, by its very nature, requires an interdisciplinary approach. Research and applications therefore bring together systematically many engineering disciplines, ranging fr

Written by an information security specialist, this second edition of Investigating Computer-Related Crime discusses cybercrime, its investigation, and the difficulties encountered by both public law

The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that every year there are 2.2 million fatal and 270 million non-fatal accidents or occupational diseases worldwide. Occupational Health and Safety

Increased concern for patient safety has put the issue at the top of the agenda of practitioners, hospitals, and even governments. The risks to patients are many and diverse, and the complexity of the

This book provides engineers with the safety and risk assessment tools and techniques they need to work effectively in any safety or reliability critical environment. These tools are primarily statist

Kathleen Baty's transformation from ordinary citizen to Safety Chick began with her experience as the victim of an aggressive stalker. She is now a safety consultant who has appeared on national TV. I

A unique probability guide for computer scienceWhile many computer science curricula include only an introductory course on general probability, there is a recognized need for further study of this ma

The Oxford Handbook of Computer Music offers a state-of-the-art cross-section of the most field-defining topics and debates in computer music today. A unique contribution to the field, it situates com

A comprehensive resource for those developing and executing a loss control audit program, this book comes at the material from three perspectives: Workplace safety, physical security, and life safety

The computer recognition systems are nowadays one of the most promising directions in artificial intelligence. This book is the most comprehensive study of this field. It contains a collection of 78 c

Fire safety regulations in many countries require Fire Risk Assessment to be carried out for buildings such as workplaces and houses in multiple occupation. This duty is imposed on a "Responsible Pers

Introduction to Computer Forensics"" is an excellent book for the non-technical person who knows very little (or even nothing) about computer forensics but who desires to learn about it. The book is a

The toxicological monographs in this volume summarize the safety data on a number of food additives: branching glycosyltransferase from Rhodothermus obamensis expressed in Bacillus subtilis, cassia gu

This new edition of Environmental Health and Safety Audits not only will help you put your company on course toward effective environmental compliance, but also now brings you up to date on changes in

Using a hands-on approach, Computer Accounting with QuickBooks(R) 2011 integrates understanding accounting with mastery of QuickBooks software. The text provides proven instructional techniques based

Patient safety is an issue which in recent years has grown to prominence in a number of countries’ political and health service agendas. The World Health Organisation has launched the World Alliance f

Even though the perception of food quality may depend on its hedonic and often subjective attributes, it is essential to quantitatively evaluate its quality and safety. Fortunately, the advent of soph

When you purchase a product, you expect it to work. Construction workers on high-rise buildings need to be confident that their safety harnesses will arrest a fall. Firefighters need to know that thei

This collection of twenty articles on computer gaming showcases current scholarship in the development of game technologies and computer simulation applications. Divided into sections covering game an

Games provide mathematical models for interaction. Numerous tasks in computer science can be formulated in game-theoretic terms. This fresh and intuitive way of thinking through complex issues reveals underlying algorithmic questions and clarifies the relationships between different domains. This collection of lectures, by specialists in the field, provides an excellent introduction to various aspects of game theory relevant for applications in computer science that concern program design, synthesis, verification, testing and design of multi-agent or distributed systems. Originally devised for a Spring School organised by the GAMES Networking Programme in 2009, these lectures have since been revised and expanded, and range from tutorials concerning fundamental notions and methods to more advanced presentations of current research topics. This volume is a valuable guide to current research on game-based methods in computer science for undergraduate and graduate students. It will also in

International contributors from academe, research, and industry confirm the importance of computer games as tools in education and management, and examine challenges and trends in computer games in se

Essential reading for launching a career in computer forensicsInternet crime is on the rise, catapulting the need for computer forensics specialists. This new edition presents you with a completely up

During day-to-day use, thousands of lives are lost each year due to accidents, directly or indirectly, resulting from poor transportation system reliability and safety. In the United States, automobil

"Computer Basics in Easy Steps" offers both practical information and inspiration to digital newbies. In clear, simple language, Michael Price describes the hardware that makes up a computer, as well

The sixth edition of this book covers the key topics in computer organization and embedded systems. It presents hardware design principles and shows how hardware design is influenced by the requireme

Covers the key topics in computer organization and embedded systems. This book presents hardware design principles and shows how hardware design is influenced by the requirements of software. It expla

Describes proper fire safety procedures, including how to escape from a house fire, what to do if clothes catch on fire, and how to prevent household fires, and explains the importance of fire drills

The CCIS series is devoted to the publication of proceedings of computer science conferences. Its aim is to efficiently disseminate original research results in informatics in printed and electronic f

All people involved with preparation of food for the commercial or retail market need a sound understanding of the food safety risks associated with their specific products and, importantly, how to c

The aim of this book is to present the mathematical theory and the know-how to make computer programs for the numerical approximation of Optimal Control of PDE's. The computer programs are presented i

In crime prevention, security and community safety, attempts to replicate individual `success-story' projects often end in implementation failure. And the effort remains divided - between situational

This book details the latest developments in sensing technology and its applications in the food industry, profiling the improvements achieved in recent years for better food quality, safety, processi

This collection of fifteen essays on computer interface design showcases current research on subjects relating to the design of computer interfaces to elicit best or expected responses from human user

This is a simple, practical book that anyone can understand. It is written to talk the reader through the wonderful world of computer programming.When I was a lecturer at a computer programming school