The New Media Reader

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Bruce Hallberg

"Get a solid introduction to networking fundamentals using this practical guideLearn the basics of networking with this hands-on introductory resource. You'll get all the core information you need to get started--including design and configuration, hardware, networking protocols, clients, security--plus, you'll get 8 pages of blueprints that map out basic network design topologies. Now updated in a new edition, this guide contains expanded coverage of TCP/IP, firewalls and encryption methods, disaster recovery, NetWare 5.1, Linux, and Windows 2000 Server. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style this book offers the right mix of key concepts and technical know-how to make this invaluable for both novices and more experienced network professionals alike. Whether you're just beginning your career in networking, studying for a networking certification exam, or looking to refresh your current knowledge this is the only book you need.Gain an understanding of networking from a corporate perspective Learn the differences between peer-to-peer and client-server networking Get details on networking hardware components and the OSI model Understand LAN and WAN connections--including ethernet, token ring, ATM, frame relay, and more Work with network protocols--TCP/IP, DNS, Telnet, AppleTalk, IPX/SPX and others Choose backup strategies and learn about disaster recovery methods Install, set up, and administer NetWare 5.1, Windows 2000 Server, and Linux Maintain and troubleshoot workstations effectively"

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Clyde Kluckhohn

"While the world has undoubtedly been shrinking, at the same time it has grown more complex. The likelihood of culture clashes leading to outright conflict is high, perhaps higher than ever. As Andrea L. Smith convincingly argues in her new introduction to this classic work, certain questions are as valid today as in 1949, when Mirror for Man was first published. Can anthropology break down prejudices that exist between peoples and nations? Can knowledge of past human behavior help solve the world's modern problems? What effect will American attitudes likely have on the future of the world? In Mirror for Man, Clyde Kluckhohn scrutinizes anthropology, showing how the discipline can contribute to the reconciliation of conflicting cultures. He questions age-old race theories, shows how people came to be as they are, and examines limitations in how human beings can be molded. Taking up one of the most vital questions in the post-World War II world, whether international order can be achieved by domination, Kluckhohn demonstrates that cultural clashes drive much of the world's conflict, and shows how we can help resolve it if only we are willing to work for joint understanding. By interpreting human behavior, Kluckhohn reveals that anthropology can make a practical contribution through its predictive power in the realm of politics, social attitudes, and group psychology. Andrea L. Smith's new introduction provides convincing evidence for the continuing importance of one of the earliest 'public intellectuals.'"--Provided by publisher.

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Steve Wilson

World War III has come and gone. The survivors call it the BLAM! The western part of North America is ruled by warring biker gangs. In the east there is a totalitarian militaristic power. East and West inevitably clash.

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Richard Hayes and Daniel Grossman

"In this book, Richard Hayes and Daniel Grossman draw on their expertise in public relations and journalism to empower researchers in a variety of fields to spread their message on their own terms. The authors provide tips on how to translate abstract concepts into concrete metaphors, craft soundbites, and prepare for interviews. For those looking for a higher profile, the authors explain how to become a reporter's trusted source - the first card in the Rolodex - on controversial issues." "A must-read for all scientists, this book shows how it is possible for the discoveries that hibernate in lecture halls and academic journals to reach a broader audience in a way that is accurate and effective."--Jacket.