Computing with the Raspberry Pi

Computing with the Raspberry Pi
Author: Brian Schell
Publisher: Apress
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2019-10-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1484252934

The Raspberry Pi is about as minimalist as a computer gets, but it has the power to run a full Linux operating system and many great desktop and command line tools as well. Can you push it to operate at the level of a $2,000 computer? This book is here to help you find out. The primary focus of this book is getting as much as possible done with a simple Pi through non-graphic, non-mouse means. This means the keyboard and the text-mode screen. On the desktop side, you'll look at many of the most powerful GUI apps available, as these offer an easy entry to get started as you learn the command line. You'll begin by setting up and configuring a Raspberry Pi with the option to run it as a graphical desktop environment or even more economically boot straight to the command line. If you want more performance, more efficiency, and (arguably) less complexity from your Pi that can only be found through the keyboard and command line. You'll also set up and configure a Raspberry Pi to use command line tools from within either the Raspberry Pi terminal, or by logging in remotely through some other computer. Once in, you'll look at Package Managers, Tmux, Ranger, and Midnight Commander as general-purpose power tools. The book then gets into specific task-oriented tools for reading email, spreadsheet work, notes, security, web browsing and design, social media, task and video password management, coding, and much more. There are conceptual overviews of Markdown, LaTeX, and Vim for work. What You'll LearnSet up a Raspberry Pi system to get real work done using only the command line Login to a Pi remotely to use it as a remote server Integrate desktop Linux with command line mastery to optimize a Pi Work with tools for audio, writing news and weather, books, and graphics. Who This Book Is For Those with minimal technical skills or hobbyists who are interested in “retro computing” or “minimalist” approaches.

Amateur Radio Guide to Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)

Amateur Radio Guide to Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)
Author: John S. Burningham
Publisher:
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2014-04-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781631731952

Introduction to Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) for Amateur Radio operators. Describes the basics of the DMR technology, how radio amateurs are implementing world-wide networks, selection of user radios, and basic operation for the beginner or someone deciding to purchase DMR equipment to use in amateur radio.

Ham Radio For Dummies

Ham Radio For Dummies
Author: H. Ward Silver
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2021-04-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119695600

Respond to the call of ham radio Despite its old-school reputation, amateur radio is on the rise, and the airwaves are busier than ever. That’s no surprise: being a ham is a lot of fun, providing an independent way to keep in touch with friends, family, and new acquaintances around the world—and even beyond with its ability to connect with the International Space Station! Hams are also good in a crisis, keeping communications alive and crackling during extreme weather events and loss of communications until regular systems like cell phones and the internet are restored. Additionally, it’s enjoyable for good, old-fashioned tech geek reasons—fiddling with circuits and bouncing signals off the ionosphere just happens to give a lot of us a buzz! If one or more of these benefits is of interest to you, then good news: the new edition of Ham Radio For Dummies covers them all! In his signature friendly style, longtime ham Ward Silver (Call Sign NØAX)—contributing editor with the American Radio Relay League—patches you in on everything from getting the right equipment and building your station (it doesn’t have to be expensive) to the intricacies of Morse code and Ohm’s law. In addition, he coaches you on how to prepare for the FCC-mandated licensing exam and tunes you up for ultimate glory in the ham radio hall of fame as a Radiosport competitor! With this book, you’ll learn to: Set up and organize your station Communicate with people around the world Prep for and pass the FCC exam Tune into the latest tech, such as digital mode operating Whether you’re looking to join a public service club or want the latest tips on the cutting edge of ham technology, this is the perfect reference for newbies and experts alike—and will keep you happily hamming it up for years!

Handbook of Statistical Analysis and Data Mining Applications

Handbook of Statistical Analysis and Data Mining Applications
Author: Robert Nisbet
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 859
Release: 2009-05-14
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 0080912036

The Handbook of Statistical Analysis and Data Mining Applications is a comprehensive professional reference book that guides business analysts, scientists, engineers and researchers (both academic and industrial) through all stages of data analysis, model building and implementation. The Handbook helps one discern the technical and business problem, understand the strengths and weaknesses of modern data mining algorithms, and employ the right statistical methods for practical application. Use this book to address massive and complex datasets with novel statistical approaches and be able to objectively evaluate analyses and solutions. It has clear, intuitive explanations of the principles and tools for solving problems using modern analytic techniques, and discusses their application to real problems, in ways accessible and beneficial to practitioners across industries - from science and engineering, to medicine, academia and commerce. This handbook brings together, in a single resource, all the information a beginner will need to understand the tools and issues in data mining to build successful data mining solutions. - Written "By Practitioners for Practitioners" - Non-technical explanations build understanding without jargon and equations - Tutorials in numerous fields of study provide step-by-step instruction on how to use supplied tools to build models - Practical advice from successful real-world implementations - Includes extensive case studies, examples, MS PowerPoint slides and datasets - CD-DVD with valuable fully-working 90-day software included: "Complete Data Miner - QC-Miner - Text Miner" bound with book

ARRL's VHF Digital Handbook

ARRL's VHF Digital Handbook
Author: Steve Ford
Publisher: American Radio Relay League
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2008
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0872591220

Without complicated "owners manual" jargon, ARRL's VHF Digital Handbook presents the material through a unique how-to approach and friendly, conversational style. Readers will understand how to set up and operate their equipment and software, and make the best use of their VHF digital station.--Book cover.

A Beginner's Guide to Digital Video

A Beginner's Guide to Digital Video
Author: Peter Wells
Publisher: AVA Books (UK) Ltd.
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2004-08
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9782884790376

Lifting the lid on the potential of digital video, the author explains, from start to finish, how to make a movie. Fundamentals such as storytelling are explained and there is also an introduction to special effects. Finally, there is a guide to available camcorders and editing systems.

Nonlinear Physics for Beginners

Nonlinear Physics for Beginners
Author: Lui Lam
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Total Pages: 358
Release: 1998
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9789810201401

Almost all real systems are nonlinear. For a nonlinear system the superposition principle breaks down: The system's response is not proportional to the stimulus it receives; the whole is more than the sum of its parts. The three parts of this book contains the basics of nonlinear science, with applications in physics. Part I contains an overview of fractals, chaos, solitons, pattern formation, cellular automata and complex systems. In Part II, 14 reviews and essays by pioneers, as well as 10 research articles are reprinted. Part III collects 17 students projects, with computer algorithms for simulation models included.The book can be used for self-study, as a textbook for a one-semester course, or as supplement to other courses in linear or nonlinear systems. The reader should have some knowledge in introductory college physics. No mathematics beyond calculus and no computer literacy are assumed.

The Rough Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding in North America

The Rough Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding in North America
Author: Tam Leach
Publisher: Rough Guides
Total Pages: 582
Release: 2003
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781843530794

A guide for both skiers and snowboarders to the slopes and resorts of the US and Canada, covering over 100 destinations from world-class mountains to local gems. There is in-depth coverage of the ski areas, including piste reviews, suggestions for backcountry forays, details of boardparks and tips on avoiding crowds. The guide also provides informative and colourful reviews of the other attractions that make up a ski trip - hotels, restaurants, bars, spas and shopping.

Absolute Beginner's Guide to A+ Certification

Absolute Beginner's Guide to A+ Certification
Author: Mark Edward Soper
Publisher: Que Publishing
Total Pages: 888
Release: 2004
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780789730626

Prepare for the A+ exam with the help of the industry's bestselling PC hardware author of all time. Covering the 2003 update to the 220-221 and 220-222 exams, Soper's book is loaded with informative illustrations, photos and screen captures. The CD-ROM provides study resources, including a PrepLogic test engine, lab exercises, and study notes, plus a pocket study guide in printable PDF format.