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Combining captivating storytelling with eye-opening findings, Inviting Disaster delves inside some of history's worst catastrophes in order to show how increasingly "smart" systems leave us wide open to human tragedy.
Weaving a dramatic narrative that explains how breakdowns in these systems result in such disasters as the chain reaction crash of the Air France Concorde to the meltdown at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Station, Chiles vividly demonstrates...
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A partir del ingreso de las netbooks al espacio escolar se impone un modelo educativo distinto que atraviesa la dinámica de la escuela y, por ende, requiere de un posicionamiento docente proactivo en su uso y que acepte el desafío de repensar sus actividades. Por ello, este libro acerca una propuesta de trabajo para el espacio en el que se desarrollan las clases de Educación Física que permita a los docentes reconocer el aporte de las TIC a la...
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Penetrant Testing: Principles, Techniques, Applications and Interview Q&A with Experts" is a comprehensive guide that provides a detailed overview of the principles, techniques, and applications of liquid penetrant inspection (LPI) or dye penetrant testing (DPT) for detecting surface-breaking defects in materials. In addition to covering the fundamental concepts of penetrant testing, this book also features a series of exclusive interview Q&A sessions...
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Why darkness is so important – to plants, to animals, and to ourselves – and why we must protect it all costs.
Darkness is the first thing we know in our human existence. Safe and warm inside the bubble of the womb, we are comfortable in that embracing dark. But as soon as we are bought into the light, we learn to fear the dark. Why?
This book is a celebration of all things that go bump in the night and the joy that can be found when the sun...
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In today's era, where digital technologies permeate every facet of life, the question of cybersecurity becomes increasingly pertinent. Virtual spaces, widely utilized for both personal and business purposes, have become targets for various threats and attacks, presenting significant challenges in safeguarding personal data, corporate secrets, and infrastructure.
This book represents a compilation of crucial knowledge and strategies in the realm of...
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"La Guerra de los Chips" es un viaje apasionante al corazón de la revolución tecnológica que define nuestra era. Desde los laboratorios de investigación hasta los pasillos de las corporaciones más poderosas del mundo, este libro desvela los entresijos de una batalla épica por el dominio en el mercado de los semiconductores.
A través de narrativas cautivadoras y análisis perspicaces, el autor nos sumerge en un mundo de rivalidades empresariales,...
87) Raising Ducks: The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Duck Keeping for Eggs, Meat, and Companionship With
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The ultimate guide to raising ducks for eggs, meat, and companionship!
Have you ever thought of having a supply of fresh, organic eggs and meat in your backyard?
Are you looking to bond with nature through the delightful kind of companionship that only ducks can offer?
Are you curious about the secrets behind successful duck raising?
Dive into the fascinating world of duck homesteading with this ultimate guide! This comprehensive guide offers an immersive...
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Buy now to get the main key ideas from Sean Cannell & Benji Travis's Youtube Secrets
In YouTube Secrets (2018), Benji Travis and Sean Cannell explain how to build a YouTube channel and become an influencer. They base their advice on their personal experience on the platform as well as the stories of other creators including Gary Vaynerchuk, Casey Neistat, Melanie Ham, and many others. Travis and Cannell guide aspiring YouTube creators through the...
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Welcome to a journey through the multifaceted world of IT project management. As the author of this eBook, I bring a blend of experiences gathered over 18 years of leading and executing complex IT projects, particularly in ERP and software systems. This Audiobook is crafted to serve as a comprehensive guide for aspiring and seasoned IT project managers. It delves into the core aspects of project management, offering practical advice, insights, and...
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Un examen minucioso del comportamiento humano y una respuesta a la pregunta: ¿por qué hacemos las cosas que hacemos? Sapolsky analiza los factores en juego, desde el momento previo hasta los factores arraigados en la historia de nuestra especie y su legado evolutivo. Partiendo de una explicación neurobiológica -¿qué sucedió en el cerebro de una persona un segundo antes de que se comportara así?, ¿qué visión, sonido u olor hicieron que el...
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Over the last forty years, scientists have uncovered evidence that if the Universe had been forged with even slightly different properties, life as we know it - and life as we can imagine it - would be impossible. Join us on a journey through how we understand the Universe, from its most basic particles and forces, to planets, stars and galaxies, and back through cosmic history to the birth of the cosmos. Conflicting notions about our place in the...
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Summary of Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time is about the universe, both the grand-scale universe of stars and planets, general relativity, and the tiny universe of atoms and subatomic particles, quantum mechanics. The reason the book covers both dimensions is that understanding both is the only way to understand the way the universe works as a whole. Some theories explain the workings of the grand scale of the universe and others the workings...
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AI Unleashed Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals and Artificial Intelligence Revolution
In a world that's constantly evolving, embracing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just an option; it's a necessity. If you're ready to embark on a journey of discovery and mastery, the "AI Unleashed Bundle" is your definitive guide.
Audiobook 1: Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals: Unlocking the Power of Artificial Intelligence
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Kein Konsum ist auch keine Lösung
Müssen wir den Greenwashing-Lügen der Konsumgüterhersteller auf den Leim gehen, die uns jedes noch so pestizid- und schadstoffbelastete Produkt als ökologisch fair, nachhaltig und klimafreundlich verkaufen möchten? Müssen wir nicht!
Gestützt auf unabhängige Produkttests von ÖKO-TEST decken Kerstin Scheidecker und Katja Tölle die Marketingtricks der Industrie auf und geben Orientierung für den wöchentlichen...
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Set in a revolutionary era of physics and science when a series of rapid-fire discoveries was upending our understanding of the universe, Splinters of Infinity by Mark Wolverton tells a little-known story: the tale of two of America's foremost physicists, Robert Millikan (1868-1953) and Arthur Compton (1892-1962), who found themselves locked in an intense, often deeply personal, conflict about cosmic rays. Confirmed in 1912, cosmic rays-enigmatic...
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Buy now to get the insights from Avi Loeb's Extraterrestrial.
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1) Many things await us when we simply look up at the celestial objects above us, as they are the inspiration that pushed renowned scientists to make discoveries and change our view of Earth.
2) What if scientists focused on the possibility of unknown civilizations beyond our Earth? And if their existence proved to be true, it seems unlikely that humanity would be...
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Gabor Maté's 'When the Body Says No' explores the significant impact of stress on health, linking emotional stress and repressed feelings with physical illness. The book highlights the importance of addressing emotional health to prevent and heal physical ailments, advocating for a holistic approach to health that considers the intricate connection between the mind and body.
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"Human Compatible" by Stuart Russell presents a groundbreaking vision for the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on humanity. This audiobook summary distills Russell's in-depth analysis and proposals into a concise, compelling listen, capturing the key takeaways and insights from the original book. By eliminating all unnecessary information, we ensure that you gain a comprehensive understanding of Russell's arguments in a fraction...
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Welcome to the world of psychotropic plants — plants that can affect your mental state! Across the globe, there has been a long tradition of using such plants for fun, for spiritual purposes, for self-exploration, for healing and sometimes for nefarious purposes. There's a colourful spectrum of psychotropic plants and in the Psychotropic Plants Audiobook, you'll get an opportunity to explore plants at both ends of this spectrum, from the sedatives...
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Buy now to get the Key Takeaways from Frank Wilczek's Fundamentals.
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1) There is a common theme that runs through literature, philosophy, and theology that humans are insignificantly small when compared to the vastness of our universe. But when you look at humans, there are approximately 10 octillion atoms inside each of us. In essence, we are extremely vast as well.
2) Global Positioning System (GPS) is able to obtain our location...
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