Graphical and digital media applications

When some useful information is hidden behind a mass of unwanted information we often resort to information processing used in its broad sense or specifically to signal processing when the useful information is a waveform.

Advances in Computers covers new developments in computer technology.

As the visual effects industry has diversified, so too have the books written to serve the needs of this industry.

A virtual evolution in IT shops large and small has begun.

The rapid advances and industry demands for networked delivery of information and pictures through computer networks and cable television has created a need for new techniques and standards for the packaging and delivery of digital information.

Pyramid Algorithms presents a unique approach to understanding, analyzing, and computing the most common polynomial and spline curve and surface schemes used in computer-aided geometric design, employing a dynamic programming method based on recursive pyramids.

Designing PCBs is made easier with the help of today's sophisticated CAD tools, but many companies' requirements do not justify the acquisition cost and learning curve associated with specialized PCB design software.

This book will take readers from the discovery of vulnerabilities and the creation of the corresponding exploits, through a complete security assessment, all the way through deploying patches against these vulnerabilities to protect their networks.

Readings in Multimedia Computing and Networking captures the broad areas of research and developments in this burgeoning field, distills the key findings, and makes them accessible to professionals, researchers, and students alike.

Now that PC users have entered the realm of programmable hardware, graphics programmers can create 3D images and animations comparable to those produced by RenderMan's procedural programs--but in real time.

This book contains simple and advanced scripting using both ESX and Linux commands to provide awesome virtual tools to automate administrative tasks of ESX Server.

Level of detail (LOD) techniques are increasingly used by professional real-time developers to strike the balance between breathtaking virtual worlds and smooth, flowing animation.

The latest from a computer graphics pioneer, An Introduction to NURBS is the ideal resource for anyone seeking a theoretical and practical understanding of these very important curves and surfaces.

Inside OrCAD Capture for Windows is a reference manual and tutorial for engineers and technicians who use OrCAD as an engineering design assistance (EDA) tool.

Inside OrCAD goes beyond the reference guide supplied by OrCAD.

How to Cheat at Windows Systems Administrators using Command Line Scripts teaches system administrators hundreds of powerful, time-saving tips for automating daily system administration tasks using Windows command line scripts.

This fifth edition has been fully updated to cover the many advances made in CAGD and curve and surface theory since 1997, when the fourth edition appeared.

This book introduces a customer-centered approach to business by showing how data gathered from people while they work can drive the definition of a product or process while supporting the needs of teams and their organizations.

The use of evolution for creative problem solving is one of the most exciting and potentially significant areas in computer science today.

Whether you're a programmer developing new animation functionality or an animator trying to get the most out of your current animation software, Computer Animation: Algorithms and Techniques will help work more efficiently and achieve better results.

Rapidly evolving computer and communications technologies have achieved data transmission rates and data storage capacities high enough for digital video.

This sequel to Graphics Gems (Academic Press, 1990), and Graphics Gems II (Academic Press, 1991) is a practical collection of computer graphics programming tools and techniques.

Graphics Gems V is the newest volume in The Graphics Gems Series.

For anyone who has ever wondered how cameras work, this book is a pleasant way to learn.

The first book published on deploying Voice Over IP (VoIP) products from Nortel Networks, the largest supplier of voice products in the world.

Computer-generated visual effects are now used extensively in feature films, commercials, music videos, and multimedia.

Subdivision Methods for Geometric Design provides computer graphics students and designers with a comprehensive guide to subdivision methods, including the background information required to grasp underlying concepts, techniques for manipulating subdivision algorithms to achieve specific effects, and a wide array of digital resources on a dynamic companion Web site.

Interactivity is one of the most captivating topics for today's online community.

Until recently, the phenomenal economic development of the Asian tigers, Chile, and Malaysia, as well as the sustained economic growth of the United States, painted a very desirable and optimistic picture of free markets, fiscal responsibility, and, more generally, the entire dogma of neoclassical economics.

Successful businesses and organizations are continually looking for ways to improve service and customer satisfaction in order to achieve long-term customer loyalty.

In the early days of the Web a need was recognized for a language to display 3D objects through a browser.

The definitive work for IT professionals responsible for the management of the design, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise wide security projects.

Penetration testing a network requires a delicate balance of art and science.

Nessus, Snort, and Ethereal Power Tools covers customizing Snort to perform intrusion detection and prevention; Nessus to analyze the network layer for vulnerabilities; and Ethereal to sniff their network for malicious or unusual traffic.

This book will detail the default and custom installation of VMware's ESx server as well as basic and advanced virtual machine configurations.

Implementing cryptography requires integers of significant magnitude to resist cryptanalytic attacks.

AVVID (Architecture for Voice, Video, and Integrated Data), the latest development from Cisco Systems is redefining the way businesses communicate.

The incredible low maintenance costs of Snort combined with its powerful security features make it one of the fastest growing IDSs within corporate IT departments.

Special Ops: Internal Network Security Guide is the solution for the impossible 24-hour IT work day.

Music Engineering is a hands-on guide to the practical aspects of electric and electronic music.

Announcing the "e;Mission Critical"e; series from Syngress Media - providing crucial coverage of the topics necessary for IT professionals to perform and succeed on the job.

This book covers Exam 200-14 in great detail, digging into some of the most important details involved in locking down Windows systems and networks and taking a systemic approach to keeping Windows networks and systems secured.

Managing and Securing a Cisco Structured Wireless-Aware Network is essential reading for any network admin, network engineer, or security consultant responsible for the design, deployment and/or management of a Cisco Structured Wireless-Aware Network.

Information Visualization is the major revision of a classic work on information visualization.

High dynamic range imaging produces images with a much greater range of light and color than conventional imaging.

The complete, authoritative guide to protecting your Windows 2000 Network"e;Essential reading for your IT security organization.

From the authors of the bestselling Hack Proofing Your Network!

From the authors of the bestselling Hack Proofing Your Network!

This book provides system administrators with all of the information as well as software they need to run Ethereal Protocol Analyzer on their networks.

The Holy War between Microsoft Corporation and Sun Microsystems is heating up as Sun unveils JAX Pack to compete with Microsoft's .