Understanding Digital Subscriber Line Technology Review

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(More customer reviews)Although certainly not perfect, as it is not very well unified, it is one of the best books available on DSL.Even though it appears as if each author wrote their seperate section and it was never well integrated, there is information here on the DSLs that is not available in one place anywhere else. A wonderful reference on modem design, the issues of deploying DSL, and the standards process.

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78054-4 DSL technologies explained by the experts who created the standards The most complete coverage anywhere: ISDN, HDSL, ADSL, and VDSL The basic infrastructure for the global broadband network of the future is already in place in most homes and offices. Ordinary telephone lines can provide low-cost, high-volume access to the exploding world of telecommunications services that users increasingly rely on. Now, leading experts in the field have come together to share their insights in a single volume, explaining the past, present, and future of all the DSL technologies. Understanding Digital Subscriber Line Technology:* Covers the entire DSL family, from ISDN at 144 kb/s to VDSL at 52 Mb/s * Details DSL at all layers of protocol, with special emphasis on the physical layer * Discusses applications from both provider and end-user points of view * Gives an insider's view of the telecommunications standards processKey standards are explained, including transmission line characteristics, data rates, modulation and coding methods, operations procedures, transconvergence layers, protocols, and network architectures.With its inside track and extensive level of detail, Understanding Digital Subscriber Line Technology will be indispensable to telecom and datacom engineers at every level. It also offers a comprehensible explanation of issues in this growing field to managers, marketing experts, and consumers of DSL technology.

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Prebles' Artforms (10th Edition) (MyArtsLab Series) Review

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(More customer reviews)I just puchased the latest edition of Artforms which includes the CD-ROM with interactive explanations on elements of art. Artforms is a great introduction to art and art history for those who have always wanted to understand how to look at art and interpret it for themselves. Over half the book is dedicated to elements and principles of art and craftsmanship. I use this book in training my art museum volunteers so that they have a clear understanding of why some works of art have strong visual impact while others do not. I like how the book uses a mix of artwork from various time periods, media and cultures to explain the elements and principles. Far too many art/art history books become a history of painting, and Artforms represents a variety of art forms other than 2D. The history portion of the book is a gloss of art history, but good enough for someone just delving into art. The book is easy to read, relatively jargon-free and has a nice glossary at the end. I wish the CD had more information on it that you could use in a classroom setting, projecting it on an overhead, but that is my instructor point of view. For someone studying at home it is quite nice. To sum up, the book is so good I now own two editions and will continue to recommend it to people who want to understand how to look at art.

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Prebles' Artforms continues to lead the field with its steadfast focus on contemporary art, global artists, and cutting edge technology for the art appreciation classroom. We form Art. Art forms us. The title of this book has a dual meaning. Besides the expected discussion of the various forms of art, the title also reflects the fact that art does indeed help to form us as people. As we create forms, we are in turn formed by what we have created. Several years ago, the title was changed to Prebles' Artforms, acknowledging the pioneering contribution of the original authors, Duane and Sarah Preble, to the study of art. Their vision and spirit have touched hundreds of thousands of students who have studied this book. Artforms grew out of a desire to introduce art through an engaging visual experience, and to expose students to a culturally diverse canon of work. It is written and designed to help readers build an informed foundation for individual understanding and enjoyment of art. By introducing art theory, practice, and history in a single volume, this book aims to draw students into a new or expanded awareness of the visual arts.Beyond fostering appreciation of major works of art, this book's primary concern is to open students' eyes and minds to the richness of the visual arts as unique forms of human communication and to convey the idea that the arts enrich life best when we experience, understand, and enjoy them as integral parts of the process of living.

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The Prentice Hall Essentials Dictionary of Culinary Arts Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great reference book. A family friend completed his chef training at Cordon Bleu and this was a reccomended book. It's pretty comprehensive yet great for the everyday cook. I purchased one for myself and 2 for gifts. I keep mine handy and use it often. This would be a thoughtful gift for anyone with culinary interest.

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This concise version of the culinary dictionary is sized and priced to be used with other Hospitality/Culinary books. Offering over 6,000 entries, it includes authoritative yet concise definitions and a guide to accurate capitalization and phonetic pronunciation. Charts for common food additives, common food labeling terms, and selected produce varieties appear in the back and metric conversions and measurement equivalents are also included. Designed to support those in culinary arts, its definitions, line drawings, charts and tables are excellent for quick, at-a-glance reference.

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Crime Scene Investigation (2nd Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)Review of 1st Edition...VERY DISAPPOINTING FOR A NEWLY PUBLISHED BOOK, ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE A SEASONED CRIME SCENE SEARCH INVESTIGATOR. ALTHOUGH THE TEXT IS EASY TO READ AND UNDERSTAND, IT IS TOO ELEMENTARY, AND APPEARS TO OFFER NOTHING NEW. THERE IS A GENERAL LACK OF ELABORATION OF COVERED TOPICS/TECHNIQUES. THE TITLE OF THIS BOOK SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED THE WORD, "INTRODUCTION" OR "BASIC". DEFINITELY A BOOK FOR BEGINNERS OR THOSE SEEKING GENERAL KNOWLEDGE. TOO PRICEY FOR THE CONTENT.

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Focusing on the basics of crime scene investigation as it should be done by professionals, this book shows how to do a perfect job; its emphasis is on proven evidence, collection, and analysis. It provides a high level of relevant and realistic information needed to process crime scenes in today's environment. Generously illustrated with photographs, the book clearly demonstrates techniques used by field and lab personnel to preserve, process, and analyze a wide variety of evidence. Career profiles of working professionals in the field and actual case histories document how crime scene investigation is successfully used to solve crimes. For professionals in a variety of forensic science fields, including firearms examiners, fingerprint examiners, serologists, toxicologists, photographers, journalists, crime scene investigators, and and others in the field of law and law enforcement.

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The Person: Readings in Human Nature Review

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(More customer reviews)This anthology of readings on the concept 'person' is like none other. The editor selected a wide range of texts spanning the history of philosophy from Plato to the present day. Anyone interested in learning the evolution of the fascinating concept 'person' must get this book. Stephens' introduction to the volume is lucid and informative. Nonwestern philosophical views are included along with discussions of the divine Trinity, nonhuman animals, androids, and corporate persons. Teachers have many provocative readings to choose from in designing their courses. The brief introductions to each reading are great. Discussion questions for each text are terrific.

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L'Essentiel de la grammaire fran?aise (3rd Edition) (French Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is the best reference grammar I have seen for people who want to truly master the French language. "L'essentiel" discusses all the main topics that seem to plague foreign learners - use of the subjunctive, when to suppress articles, subordinate clauses - and the chapters on a given topic are divided into "Form" and "Use" sections showing you, for example, how to form the conditional tense and then explaining its use in French.
Much mention is made of verbs that are followed by prepositions (eg: commencer a faire qqch, etc), but a more expanded discussion of phrasal verbs would be very useful, as only the most common ones are discussed (eg: en vouloir a, etc).
One area where improvement could be made is in the usage of le passe simple tense. Explanation on this topic is sparse, and the reader does not get an idea of the true difference between the passe simple and the use of the passe compose to express the same idea. Little explanation is also given on how the imperfect subjunctive must be used in cases requiring the subjunctive mood once the passe simple is employed.
But overall, an excellent book for someone who already knows French and wants to move towards a magnus level.

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A clear and concise review of the essentials of french grammar, the workbook compliments the main text.

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Keys to Science Success Review

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(More customer reviews)I was really surprised as to how fast I had received this product. I got it the very next day, which was good because I needed it for a class. The condition stated that the book was in OK condition but when I received it, it looked brand new!! No bends or creases, the book was not even written in. Thanks a bunch!!

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Proficiency in the sciences and an understanding of technological advances has become a must for career success. Based on the successful Keys to Success, this resource explores all aspects of careers in science, from career planning and preparation to networking. Discusses how to study in the sciences—how science books differ from other books and how to approach them, understanding inquiry-based learning, and conducting research. Emphasizes communication skills through various group projects and written work. Uses eye-catching visual aids throughout including full-color photos, graphics, and cartoons. Includes all chapter content from the popular Keys to Success brief edition but tailors each chapter to science-related material. For anyone interested in pursuing or changing to a career in the life sciences or physical sciences, nursing, engineering, computer science, or mathematics.

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