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Book Description

Based on the principles of cognitive science and instructional design, Fluent Visual Basic, part of the Fluent Learning series, is a true tutorial that will help you build effective working models for understanding a large and complex subject: developing .NET Framework applications in Visual Basic.

Most introductory books just talk at you and give you “exercises” that have more to do with taking dictation than actually learning. Fluent Visual Basic is different. It guides you through learning the way your mind likes to learn: by solving puzzles, making connections, and building genuine understanding instead of just memorizing random facts.

Detailed information on How to…

• Write .NET applications in Visual Basic
• Leverage the incredible power of the .NET Framework Class Library
• Apply Object-Oriented principles, Design Patterns, and best practices to your code
• Develop desktop applications using the powerful Windows Presentation Foundation user interface API

Table of Contents
Part I: Getting Started
1. Application Development
2. The .NET Platform
3. The Visual Studio UI Download Now »

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Sams Teach Yourself Google™+ in 10 Minutes gives you straightforward, practical answers when you need fast results. Work through its 10-minute lessons to jumpstart your Google+ experience…and then use today’s hottest social network to connect with everyone and everything you care about!

Tips point out shortcuts and solutions.
Cautions help you avoid common pitfalls.
Notes provide additional information.
Plain English definitions explain new terms.

10 minutes is all you need to learn how to…

• Create a great Google+ profile
• Take control of your privacy on Google+
• Use Circles to share exactly what you want, with only the people you want to see it
• Manage conversations with Google+ Stream
• Upload your photos to share with friends and family
• Hold group video chats for free on Google+ Hangouts
• Take your social network wherever you go with Google+ Mobile
• Play games on Google+: from Angry Birds to Sudoku and beyond
• Quickly access the best Google+ features with the Google+ bar
• Have more fun and get more productive with Google+ add-ons and extensions

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started with Google+ Download Now »

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In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you’ll discover how to implement, monitor, and manage a TCP/IP network–even the latest cloud-based and IPv6 networks. Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll uncover the essentials of TCP/IP and put that knowledge to work through practical examples. Each lesson builds on what you’ve already learned, giving you a strong real-world foundation for success. Expert author and network engineer Joe Casad guides you from the basics to advanced techniques—including TCP/IP’s architecture, layers, subnetting, CIDR, routing, security, utilities, remote access, web services, streaming, and much more.

Practical discussions provide an inside look at TCP/IP components and protocols.
Step-by-step instructions walk you through many common tasks.
Q&As at the end of each hour help you test your knowledge.
Notes and tips point out shortcuts and solutions and help you steer clear of potential problems.

If you’re looking for a smart, concise introduction to the protocols that power the Internet, start your clock and look inside. Sams Teach Yourself TCP/IP in 24 Hours is your guide to the secrets of TCP/IP.

Learn how to…

• Understand what TCP/IP is, and how it works
• Discover how IPv6 differs from IPv4, and how to migrate or coexist with IPv6
• Work with TCP/IP’s Network Download Now »

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The professional programmer’s Deitel® guide to Android™ smartphone and tablet app development and the Eclipse IDE with the Android Development Tools (ADT) plug-in

Billions of apps have been downloaded from Android Market! This book gives you everything you’ll need to start developing great Android apps quickly and getting them published on Android Market. The book uses an app-driven approach—each new technology is discussed in the context of 16 fully tested Android apps, complete with syntax coloring, code walkthroughs and sample outputs.

Apps you’ll develop include:

• SpotOn Game
• Slideshow
• Flag Quiz
• Route Tracker
• Favorite Twitter® Searches
• Address Book
• Tip Calculator
• Doodlz
• Weather Viewer
• Cannon Game
• Voice Recorder Download Now »

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Beyond the Basics…Beneath the Surface…In Depth

Mac OS X Lion  in Depth – Do more with Mac OS X Lion–in less time!

Mac OS X Lion In Depth is a comprehensive guide to Mac OS X Lion, grounded in real-world advice and experience. The author, Robyn Ness, is a long-time Mac user and provides practical instruction on how to get up and running with Lion, and then move on to more advanced features and options.

• Streamline your workflow with Mission Control and Spaces
• Organize your apps with Launchpad
• Get the most from Lion’s multitouch gestures
• Set up your desktop and apps to give you a clean start or resume where you left off
• Purchase and download apps from the Mac App Store and run full-screen apps
• Manage contacts, calendars, and email
• Set up user accounts and parental controls
• Configure wired and wireless networking
• Chat, video chat, and screen-share with Lion’s iChat and FaceTime
• Use the Safari web browser for reading lists, bookmarks, and RSS
• Share files with nearby Lion users with AirDrop
• Run Windows and Windows apps on your Mac
• Activate Universal Access and accessibility features
• Recover files through Versions and Time Machine Download Now »