Hardware Software

AI Hardware, Software, and Architectures Powering Modern Artificial Intelligence From GPUs and ASICs to CUDA, Accelerators, Compilers, and Runtimes Modern artificial intelligence is not powered by models alone—it is driven by a carefully engineered stack of hardware, software, and system architectures working together at scale. This book provides a clear, practical, and system-level view of how modern AI actually runs, from silicon to software. It explains how GPUs, ASICs, and emerging accelerators execute neural networks, how CUDA and alternative runtimes expose hardware capabilities, ...

UPDATED FOR 2026 WITH NEW CONTENT AND WINDOWS 11 FEATURES. A Foundation in Computers & Software That's Easy to Understand. Take the mystery out of using a computer with Computers Made Easy: From Dummy to Geek — the ultimate beginner’s guide to understanding modern computing. Whether you’re new to technology or just want to sharpen your skills, this book gives you the confidence to use your computer efficiently and safely. Discover how to navigate Windows 10 and Windows 11, manage files, browse the web securely, and handle everyday tasks like email, cloud storage, and document creation...

A Step-by-Step Master Class in Indie Game Development, from the Creator of the Emmy® Winning Neverwinter Nights™ Honors for Don Daglow's From Dream to Delivery books: Winner, 2019 Independent Press Book Awards Winner, Kirkus Top 100 Indie Books of 2019 Finalist, 2020 Top Shelf Book Awards Finalist, Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards Finalist, National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist, Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist, Book Excellence Awards "Don Daglow has survived 40+ years creating games and always retained his positive attitude. Learn from the master." – Jeff Braun, ...

**Narrated by the Author** National security strategist and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O’Neill exposes how nefarious cybercriminals relentlessly attempt to access your data and wallet, and arms you with his proven tactics for spotting and neutralizing cyberthreats to protect...

Unlock the skills of a professional penetration tester and discover how to identify and close the same security gaps hackers look for every day. Penetration PEN Testing Like a Pro gives you a complete, practical roadmap for mastering both software and hardware testing techniques. Inside, you’ll find 50 essential skills and workflows that cover everything from network scanning and wireless testing to web application security, social engineering, and cloud assessments. Each skill is explained in plain language, with step-by-step methods that make even advanced concepts clear and easy to ...

Arduino is a fascinating platform used to build electronic projects. It is preferred by a lot of experts just starting out electronic projects. That is because of the ease of operation that it offers and its wide range of simple versions you can try. Coding with an Arduino program can make it pretty easy to control your electronics. You may control switch, LED, and so on by simply programming them with an Arduino board.

This book is a fun and informative guide for BIPOC children to explore the exciting world of STEM, software and hardware development, and space exploration. Written at a 3rd-grade reading level, it introduces children to the different STEM fields and the amazing careers that await them in the future. It features BIPOC characters who are passionate about STEM and will inspire children to pursue their own interests in these fields. With parent's resources and online learning resources included, this book is a must-have for any BIPOC child who wants to learn more about STEM, software and ...

If you are trying to build real tech competence while balancing work, family, and everything else, you do not need a massive textbook. You need a clear path through the fundamentals, written in plain English, with enough structure to keep you moving forward even on the weeks when study time is scarce. Tech+ For Busy People is designed to help you develop the core knowledge that the CompTIA Tech+ exam expects, while also building the everyday understanding that makes entry-level technology work feel less mysterious. The goal is simple: turn scattered “I’ve heard of that” familiarity ...

2020 Audie Awards Winner – Business/Personal Development A comprehensive step-by-step guide to creating a hit show, So You Want to Start a Podcast covers everything from hosting and guest booking to editing and marketing - while offering plenty of encouragement and insider stories along the...

Philosophy: From Consumer to Creator The guiding philosophy of Embedding Computing is "learning by doing." The book is founded on the belief that the most effective way to understand embedded systems is to build them. While theory provides the "why," practical application provides the "how"—and it is the "how" that transforms a student into an engineer. Every chapter is structured to take you from concept to code, from schematic to a functioning circuit. It intentionally prioritizes application, treating theoretical discussions as the essential scaffolding needed to support hands-on ...

A clear and structured guide to AI infrastructure. This book provides a straightforward and well organized explanation of the systems that make artificial intelligence possible.t explains the full infrastructure that supports modern AI, from hardware and data systems to networking and control software. Designed for readers with a basic understanding of technology, it keeps the language simple while remaining technically accurate. You will learn: What makes AI infrastructure different from traditional computing How processors such as CPUs, GPUs, TPUs, NPUs, and FPGAs support AI workloads How...

Look up, tune in, and discover a side of the universe most people never hear. Building a Low-Cost Radio Telescope is an exciting, practical guide for curious makers, hobbyists, students, and science enthusiasts who want to explore radio astronomy without getting lost in overwhelming theory or expensive equipment. This book shows what an affordable radio telescope can realistically achieve and how to turn simple components into a working observing system. From the first big decisions to the final calibration, it breaks the process into clear, manageable steps so readers can move from ...

Newly updated for 2023! This book defines all modern tech terms and explains how the machines and devices that saturate our everyday life work exactly. But here's the important part: the explanations in this book are written simply and in a way that the average person can understand. With over 100 chapters, you'll remove the confusions associated with modern-day technology, and gain answers to questions you may not even know you had.

🔧 Unlock the Secrets to Laptop Repair & Troubleshooting with The Ultimate Laptop Repair & Troubleshooting Bible Introducing the “The Ultimate Laptop Repair & Troubleshooting Bible” – your go-to resource for mastering laptop maintenance, repair, and diagnostics, authored by renowned expert Jeff Cliff. 🖥️ Are you tired of relying on costly repairs or feeling helpless when your laptop malfunctions? This comprehensive guide is your gateway to becoming a proficient technician, capable of handling any laptop issue that comes your way! 📘 Inside this essential handbook, you’ll ...

This audiobook provides an overview of IT terminology for English speakers working with Japanese-speaking customers, clients, or partners. Core words and phrases appropriate to the IT sector are presented in English and Japanese. Topics covered include common Japanese vocabulary that is not exclusive to the technology field.

The Internet can be a scary, dangerous place especially for children. This book shows parents how to help digital kids navigate this environment. Sexting, cyberbullying, revenge porn, online predators…all of these potential threats can tempt parents to snatch the smartphone or tablet out of...

Dive into the fascinating realm of 3D printing with "The Future Print", an innovative and in-depth eBook. Structured across 13 intricate chapters, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to anyone—be it a hobbyist, a professional or even a complete beginner—keen on understanding the fast-evolving world of 3D printing. Chapter 1 lays the groundwork with an overview of 3D printing - its evolution, basic principles and multitude of applications. From there, you're taken on a journey through the materials used in 3D printing, brought to life in Chapter 2. Each material is evaluated for ...

Steve Lohr, a technology reporter for the New York Times, chronicles the rise of Big Data, addressing cutting-edge business strategies and examining the dark side of a data-driven world. Coal, iron ore, and oil were the key productive assets that fueled the Industrial Revolution. Today, Data is...

Weighing in from the cutting-edge frontiers of science, today’s most forward-thinking minds explore the rise of “machines that think.” Stephen Hawking recently made headlines by noting, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” Others...

Former Wall Street Journal technology reporter Yukari Iwatani Kane delves deep inside Apple in the two years since Steve Jobs’s death, revealing the tensions and challenges CEO Tim Cook and his team face as they try to sustain Jobs’s vision and keep the company moving forward. Steve Jobs's...