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This book offers a concise yet thorough overview of the fundamental and advanced concepts in networking, covering protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and HTTP, and diving into the intricacies of network security with discussions on WPA, WPA2, and WEP. It elucidates the operational mechanisms and importance of networking hardware, including modems, routers, and switches, while also touching on the evolution of internet protocols from IPv4 to IPv6. The text explores the critical role of data transmission technologies and error correction techniques, making it an essential read for anyone looking ...

Known as the "Age of Enlightenment", the 1700s were a time that provoked significant leaps in philosophical thought. Most importantly, the thinkers of the time espoused the virtues of happiness, the evidence provided by the senses, and the distance between organised religion and the state. "400 Quotations from the Philosophy of the Enlightenment" offers a fascinating insight into the philosophical revolution that was taking place during the 18th century. It is ideal for those needing an extra bit of motivation throughout their day.

"600 Quotations from French Philosophy" is a collection of thoughts and reflections from six of the greatest French thinkers of all time. France’s influence on Western philosophy cannot be understated, from the Age of Enlightenment through to the founding of modern philosophy. Many of these quotes have as much resonance today as they did when they were first coined. Superb for dipping in and out of, there are more than a few thoughts in this book worth memorising, and even more that are sure to inspire.

La Révolution française est la période de l'histoire de France comprise entre l'ouverture des États généraux, le 5 mai 1789, et le coup d'État du 18 brumaire de Napoléon Bonaparte, le 9 novembre 1799. Il s'agit d'un moment crucial de l'histoire de France, puisqu'elle marque la fin de l'Ancien Régime, et le remplacement de la monarchie absolue française par une monarchie constitutionnelle, puis par la Première République.

Before the world succumbed to the silent grip of the undead, there was a time when the greatest threats were not the walking dead but the specters of war and the shadow of nuclear annihilation. This prequel to the "Zombie Chronicles" unfolds in the heart of the Cold War era, a period when the line between friend and foe blurred under the weight of mutual distrust and fear. It was a time when the American landscape was dotted not with the remnants of a post-apocalyptic nightmare but with the concrete manifestations of fear itself—underground bunkers and bomb shelters, meant to be ...

Nacht für Nacht beobachten die Anwohner des Bezirks Yarborough ein Automobil, das mit höllischer Geschwindigkeit durch die Coronation Street braust. Die Polizei versucht mehrfach, den Wagen anzuhalten. Ohne Erfolg. Denn auf halber Strecke scheint es sich in Luft aufzulösen. Handelt es sich um ein Geisterauto? Oder gar ein fliegendes Automobil? Professor van Dusen ist von dem Fall nur wenig begeistert. Und so nimmt Holly Henrietta Hatch die Ermittlungen in die Hand.

Jacques Bainville, historien éminent de l'Académie Française, nous raconte ici de façon claire et succincte la grande Histoire de son pays. En huit chapitres qui vont de Vercingétorix à la scission de 1830, l'auteur démontre que l'histoire ne peut être résumée à une succession de dates. Bien au contraire, l'histoire de la France est pétrie de complexité, d'évènements interconnectés que son talent arrive à mettre en perspective de façon à la rendre compréhensible. Car cet ouvrage d'une grande qualité est avant toute chose accessible au grand public.

Quand la gigantesque Miss Amelia accueille un gringalet bossu qui se prétend son parent, les rumeurs s'enflamment. Va-t-elle l'abattre pour le détrousser ? Son magasin rouvre, transformé en café. Il devient un lieu incontournable pour la clientèle que Cousin Lymon distrait de sa vie misérable. Les deux êtres que tout oppose s'associent corps et âmes, pour le meilleur et pour le pire. La ballade du café triste, Wunderkind, Un problème familial... Carson McCullers a élaboré de 1936 à 1951 ce recueil de sept nouvelles où l'alcool et la musique coulent à flots.

The Family, fondée par Alice Zagury, Oussama Ammar et Nicolas Colin, a révolutionné l'écosystème des startups françaises entre 2013 et 2025. The Family a favorisé la diversité, cassé les hiérarchies, et permis à des entrepreneurs venus de tous horizons de transformer leurs idées en succès. Mais cette aventure hors du commun a aussi connu des crises, des scandales financiers et des remises en question, révélant les défis éthiques et structurels de l'innovation à l'ère numérique.

Klipkouers is ‘n Besigheids Podcast/Business Podcast waar Jacques Basson gereeld gesels met Afrikaanse entrepreneurs en impakmakers ten einde praktiese besigheids-en lewensadvies te ontgin. Besoek ons webwerf: www.klipkouers.com

In over 75 chapters, Alex Jacques tells the story of Formula 1’s rise, fall and recovery through the extraordinary moments that shaped the direction of the world’s most dramatic sport. Covering the teams, the drivers, the bosses, and the pit crews, Alex Jacques truly takes us trackside to feel the energy and hear from the personalities we love to watch.

Septembre 2024. Un incendie se déclare à proximité de la maison de Paul Kessler, dans le Var. Immédiatement, la mémoire de l'ancien commandant de police le ramène à une affaire qu'il a traitée dix ans plus tôt. À l'époque, les investigations de son équipe ont conduit à l'inculpation de l'ex-petit ami de la victime. Mais toutes les certitudes de Kessler vont voler en éclats face à la colère et aux doutes de Laurence Dumas.

In a world where the lines between natural disaster and supernatural terror blur, the survivors of Los Angeles face the ultimate challenge: the zombie tornado. This gripping tale follows a resilient group of survivors as they navigate the chaos of a city overtaken by a swirling vortex of zombies. Through the ruins of their past lives and into the heart of apocalyptic horror, they forge bonds, face betrayals, and unearth strengths they never knew they had. "Zombie Tornado" is a story of survival, courage, and the human spirit's indomitable will to persevere against all odds.

Dive into the heart of a city veiled in mystery and magic with "The Werecrow," a riveting tale where the line between light and dark is guarded by the unlikeliest of heroes. Eli, once a simple man, is thrust into the ancient lineage of the Werecrow, becoming the city's silent protector against forces that seek to tip the balance into chaos. As the night deepens, Eli discovers he is not alone in his fight. Allies emerge from the shadows, each bearing their own secrets and powers, forming an uneasy alliance against a common enemy. From the mystical depths of the ancient library to the ...

Juliet Jacques and Rebecca Root, author and narrator of Trans: A Memoir, join Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios to discuss the process of writing and narrating this work. Both women also candidly share their personal experiences undergoing gender reassignment services.

The Definitive Guide to WebAssembly

Lara, a high school senior living in New Orleans, is forced to confront the undead when the outbreak consumes the city and the nearby Bayou. As the pandemic spreads, Lara must persevere and work with other survivors in order to outlast the tides of blood.

In a reimagined New Orleans and its haunting bayous, survivors of a devastating outbreak band together to rebuild and reclaim their city. Amidst the ruins, they forge new communities, develop sustainable solutions, and unravel the mysteries of the infection that changed their world. Through trials and triumphs, their stories of resilience and hope paint a vivid picture of human endurance and the transformative power of unity in the face of unimaginable adversity. This tale weaves together the gritty realities of survival with a poignant exploration of the enduring spirit of New Orleans.

Porté par le timbre profond et éraillé d'Ingrid Donnadieu, découvrez un polar où la mort ne frappe pas toujours au hasard... Ce matin-là, comme tous les dimanches, Alice Pernelle s'éclipse de la maison de ses parents pour aller courir avec son chien dans la campagne environnante. Mais en arrivant au bord de la Cure, cette rivière qui traverse le village de Pierre-Perthuis, une scène terrible lui coupe les jambes et lui soulève l'estomac. Un corps écartelé entre quatre arbres et grouillant de vers.

Years into the 22nd century, well after World War III and the resurgence of the Soviet-engineered zombie pandemic, the fight to save humanity continues. J and Alex fight to maintain the remnants of civilization in Germany, one of the last known collective of humans that are surviving the apocalypse.