If Anyone Builds It, Everyone DiesEliezer Yudkowsky & Nate Soares
- Genre: Computers & Internet
- Publish Date: September 16, 2025
- Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
- Apple Books | $14.99Amazon Kindle
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If Anyone Builds It, Everyone DiesEliezer Yudkowsky & Nate Soares
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | The scramble to create superhuman AI has put us on the path to extinction—but it’s not too late to change course, as two of the field’s earliest researchers explain in this clarion call for humanity. "May prove to be the most important book of our time.”—Tim Urban, Wait But Why In 2023, hundreds of AI luminaries signed an open letter warning that artificial intelligence poses a serious risk of human extinction. Since then, the AI race has only intensified. Companies and countries are rushing to build machines that will be smarter than any person. And the world is devastatingly unprepared for what would come next. For decades, two signatories of that letter—Eliezer Yudkowsky and Nate Soares—have studied how smarter-than-human intelligences will think, behave, and pursue their objectives. Their research says that sufficiently smart AIs will develop goals of their own that put them in conflict with us—and that if it comes to conflict, an artificial superintelligence would crush us. The contest wouldn’t even be close. How could a machine superintelligence wipe out our entire species? Why would it want to? Would it want anything at all? In this urgent book, Yudkowsky and Soares walk through the theory and the evidence, present one possible extinction scenario, and explain what it would take for humanity to survive. The world is racing to build something truly new under the sun. And if anyone builds it, everyone dies. “The best no-nonsense, simple explanation of the AI risk problem I've ever read.”—Yishan Wong, Former CEO of Reddit
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EnshittificationCory Doctorow
Enshittification: it’s not just you—the internet sucks now. Here’s why, and here’s how we can disenshittify it. We’re living through the Enshittocene, the Great Enshittening, a time in which the services that matter to us, that we rely on, are turning into giant piles of shit. It’s frustrating. Demoralizing. Even terrifying. Enshittification identifies the problem and proposes a solution. When Cory Doctorow coined the term enshittification , he was not just finding a funner way to say “things are getting worse.” He was making a specific diagnosis about the state of the digital world and how it is affecting all of our lives (and not for the better). The once-glorious internet was colonized by platforms that made all-but-magical promises to their users—and, at least initially, seemed to deliver on them. But once users were locked in, the platforms turned on them to make their business customers happy. Then the platforms turned to abusing their business customers to claw back all the value for themselves. In the end, the platforms die. Doctorow’s argument clearly resonated. Once named, it became obvious that enshittification is everywhere, so much so that the American Dialect Society named it its 2023 Word of the Year, and was cited as an inspiration for the 2025 season of Black Mirror. Here, now, in Enshittification the book, Doctorow moves the conversation beyond the overwhelming sense of our inevitably enshittified fate. He shows us the specific decisions that led us here, who made them, and—most important—how they can be undone. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
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Hands-On Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn, Keras, and TensorFlowAurélien Géron
Through a recent series of breakthroughs, deep learning has boosted the entire field of machine learning. Now, even programmers who know close to nothing about this technology can use simple, efficient tools to implement programs capable of learning from data. This bestselling book uses concrete examples, minimal theory, and production-ready Python frameworks (Scikit-Learn, Keras, and TensorFlow) to help you gain an intuitive understanding of the concepts and tools for building intelligent systems. With this updated third edition, author Aurélien Géron explores a range of techniques, starting with simple linear regression and progressing to deep neural networks. Numerous code examples and exercises throughout the book help you apply what you've learned. Programming experience is all you need to get started. Use Scikit-learn to track an example ML project end to endExplore several models, including support vector machines, decision trees, random forests, and ensemble methodsExploit unsupervised learning techniques such as dimensionality reduction, clustering, and anomaly detectionDive into neural net architectures, including convolutional nets, recurrent nets, generative adversarial networks, autoencoders, diffusion models, and transformersUse TensorFlow and Keras to build and train neural nets for computer vision, natural language processing, generative models, and deep reinforcement learning
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Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right NowJaron Lanier
AS SEEN IN THE NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY THE SOCIAL DILEMMA A WIRED " ALL-TIME FAVORITE BOOK" A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST BOOK "THE CONSCIENCE OF SILICON VALLEY"- GQ “Profound . . . Lanier shows the tactical value of appealing to the conscience of the individual. In the face of his earnest argument, I felt a piercing shame about my own presence on Facebook. I heeded his plea and deleted my account.” - Franklin Foer, The New York Times Book Review “Mixes prophetic wisdom with a simple practicality . . . Essential reading.” - The New York Times (Summer Reading Preview) You might have trouble imagining life without your social media accounts, but virtual reality pioneer Jaron Lanier insists that we’re better off without them. In Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now , Lanier, who participates in no social media, offers powerful and personal reasons for all of us to leave these dangerous online platforms. Lanier’s reasons for freeing ourselves from social media’s poisonous grip include its tendency to bring out the worst in us, to make politics terrifying, to trick us with illusions of popularity and success, to twist our relationship with the truth, to disconnect us from other people even as we are more “connected” than ever, to rob us of our free will with relentless targeted ads. How can we remain autonomous in a world where we are under continual surveillance and are constantly being prodded by algorithms run by some of the richest corporations in history that have no way of making money other than being paid to manipulate our behavior? How could the benefits of social media possibly outweigh the catastrophic losses to our personal dignity, happiness, and freedom? Lanier remains a tech optimist, so while demonstrating the evil that rules social media business models today, he also envisions a humanistic setting for social networking that can direct us toward a richer and fuller way of living and connecting with our world.
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What Is ChatGPT DoingStephen Wolfram
Nobody expected this—not even its creators: ChatGPT has burst onto the scene as an AI capable of writing at a convincingly human level. But how does it really work? What's going on inside its "AI mind"? In this short book, prominent scientist and computation pioneer Stephen Wolfram provides a readable and engaging explanation that draws on his decades-long unique experience at the frontiers of science and technology. Find out how the success of ChatGPT brings together the latest neural net technology with foundational questions about language and human thought posed by Aristotle more than two thousand years ago.
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SuperintelligenceNick Bostrom
The human brain has some capabilities that the brains of other animals lack. It is to these distinctive capabilities that our species owes its dominant position. Other animals have stronger muscles or sharper claws, but we have cleverer brains. If machine brains one day come to surpass human brains in general intelligence, then this new superintelligence could become very powerful. As the fate of the gorillas now depends more on us humans than on the gorillas themselves, so the fate of our species then would come to depend on the actions of the machine superintelligence. But we have one advantage: we get to make the first move. Will it be possible to construct a seed AI or otherwise to engineer initial conditions so as to make an intelligence explosion survivable? How could one achieve a controlled detonation? To get closer to an answer to this question, we must make our way through a fascinating landscape of topics and considerations. Read the book and learn about oracles, genies, singletons; about boxing methods, tripwires, and mind crime; about humanity's cosmic endowment and differential technological development; indirect normativity, instrumental convergence, whole brain emulation and technology couplings; Malthusian economics and dystopian evolution; artificial intelligence, and biological cognitive enhancement, and collective intelligence. This profoundly ambitious and original book picks its way carefully through a vast tract of forbiddingly difficult intellectual terrain. Yet the writing is so lucid that it somehow makes it all seem easy. After an utterly engrossing journey that takes us to the frontiers of thinking about the human condition and the future of intelligent life, we find in Nick Bostrom's work nothing less than a reconceptualization of the essential task of our time.
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Invisible WomenCaroline Criado Perez
The landmark, prize-winning, international bestselling examination of how a gender gap in data perpetuates bias and disadvantages women. #1 International Bestseller * Winner of the Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award * Winner of the Royal Society Science Book Prize Data is fundamental to the modern world. From economic development to health care to education and public policy, we rely on numbers to allocate resources and make crucial decisions. But because so much data fails to take into account gender, because it treats men as the default and women as atypical, bias and discrimination are baked into our systems. And women pay tremendous costs for this insidious bias: in time, in money, and often with their lives. Celebrated feminist advocate Caroline Criado Perez investigates this shocking root cause of gender inequality in Invisible Women . Examining the home, the workplace, the public square, the doctor’s office, and more, Criado Perez unearths a dangerous pattern in data and its consequences on women’s lives. Product designers use a “one-size-fits-all” approach to everything from pianos to cell phones to voice recognition software, when in fact this approach is designed to fit men. Cities prioritize men’s needs when designing public transportation, roads, and even snow removal, neglecting to consider women’s safety or unique responsibilities and travel patterns. And in medical research, women have largely been excluded from studies and textbooks, leaving them chronically misunderstood, mistreated, and misdiagnosed. Built on hundreds of studies in the United States, in the United Kingdom, and around the world, and written with energy, wit, and sparkling intelligence, this is a groundbreaking, highly readable exposé that will change the way you look at the world.
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Practical Artificial Intelligence with SwiftMars Geldard, Jonathon Manning, Paris Buttfield-Addison & Tim Nugent
Create and implement AI-based features in your Swift apps for iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. With this practical book, programmers and developers of all kinds will find a one-stop shop for AI and machine learning with Swift. Taking a task-based approach, you’ll learn how to build features that use powerful AI features to identify images, make predictions, generate content, recommend things, and more. AI is increasingly essential for every developer—and you don’t need to be a data scientist or mathematician to take advantage of it in your apps. Explore Swift-based AI and ML techniques for building applications. Learn where and how AI-driven features make sense. Inspect tools such as Apple’s Python-powered Turi Create and Google’s Swift for TensorFlow to train and build models. I: Fundamentals and Tools— Learn AI basics, our task-based approach, and discover how to build or find a dataset. II: Task Based AI— Build vision, audio, text, motion, and augmentation-related features; learn how to convert preexisting models. III: Beyond— Discover the theory behind task-based practice, explore AI and ML methods, and learn how you can build it all from scratch... if you want to
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Ghost in the WiresWilliam L. Simon, Steve Wozniak & Kevin Mitnick
In this "intriguing, insightful and extremely educational" novel, the world's most famous hacker teaches you easy cloaking and counter-measures for citizens and consumers in the age of Big Brother and Big Data (Frank W. Abagnale). Kevin Mitnick was the most elusive computer break-in artist in history. He accessed computers and networks at the world's biggest companies -- and no matter how fast the authorities were, Mitnick was faster, sprinting through phone switches, computer systems, and cellular networks. As the FBI's net finally began to tighten, Mitnick went on the run, engaging in an increasingly sophisticated game of hide-and-seek that escalated through false identities, a host of cities, and plenty of close shaves, to an ultimate showdown with the Feds, who would stop at nothing to bring him down. Ghost in the Wires is a thrilling true story of intrigue, suspense, and unbelievable escapes -- and a portrait of a visionary who forced the authorities to rethink the way they pursued him, and forced companies to rethink the way they protect their most sensitive information. "Mitnick manages to make breaking computer code sound as action-packed as robbing a bank." -- NPR
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HBR Guide to Generative AI for ManagersElisa Farri & Gabriele Rosani
Leverage gen AI to save time, innovate faster, and lead effectively. You're probably aware that generative AI can output quality text and create stunning images in seconds. But smart managers are now using gen AI for high-level work—problem-solving, driving innovation, strategic thinking, and dozens of other applications. Managers who develop their generative AI capabilities will soon be leaping ahead of those who don't. Fortunately, you can start today and see immediate results. The HBR Guide to Generative AI for Managers is packed with practical tips, prompts, and case studies to accelerate and improve countless aspects of your work. You'll learn how to: Run smart experimentsBoost your productivityDetermine the right collaboration mode: a Co-Pilot or a Co-ThinkerDialogue with AI for better decision-makingBe aware of the risks and avoid trapsCapitalize on your gen AI–enabled mindset Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted brand in business. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.
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Introduction to Algorithms, fourth editionThomas H. Cormen, Charles E. Leiserson, Ronald L. Rivest & Clifford Stein
A comprehensive update of the leading algorithms text, with new material on matchings in bipartite graphs, online algorithms, machine learning, and other topics. Some books on algorithms are rigorous but incomplete; others cover masses of material but lack rigor. Introduction to Algorithms uniquely combines rigor and comprehensiveness. It covers a broad range of algorithms in depth, yet makes their design and analysis accessible to all levels of readers, with self-contained chapters and algorithms in pseudocode. Since the publication of the first edition, Introduction to Algorithms has become the leading algorithms text in universities worldwide as well as the standard reference for professionals. This fourth edition has been updated throughout. New for the fourth edition New chapters on matchings in bipartite graphs, online algorithms, and machine learningNew material on topics including solving recurrence equations, hash tables, potential functions, and suffix arrays140 new exercises and 22 new problemsReader feedback–informed improvements to old problemsClearer, more personal, and gender-neutral writing styleColor added to improve visual presentationNotes, bibliography, and index updated to reflect developments in the fieldWebsite with new supplementary material Warning: Avoid counterfeit copies of Introduction to Algorithms by buying only from reputable retailers. Counterfeit and pirated copies are incomplete and contain errors.
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Windows PowerShell Step by StepEd Wilson
Your hands-on guide to Windows PowerShell scripting fundamentals Expand your expertise--and teach yourself the fundamentals of Windows PowerShell scripting, including features available in Windows PowerShell 5. If you are an IT professional, power user, or consultant, you’ll get the guidance, exercises, and code you need to master core techniques for automating Windows setup, deployment, and management. Discover how to: Run cmdlets and command-line utilities Administer Windows-based servers and desktops with built-in cmdlets Use providers to access external information Write and run scripts from the Windows ISE Create functions that are easy to maintain Build standardized environments with profiles Automate Windows systems with WMI, CIM cmdlets, and remoting Automate Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) Debug scripts and handle errors Run commands that survive interruptions Use Desired State Configuration (DSC) to manage software services and their environments Get powerful new modules from PowerShell Gallery About You This book is for: IT professionals and power users who want to get productive with Windows PowerShell, including new features in Windows PowerShell 5 Windows system administrators who want to be more efficient and productive Anyone pursuing Windows PowerShell certifications No experience with Windows PowerShell or other scripting technologies necessary
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AIRoman V. Yampolskiy
Delving into the deeply enigmatic nature of Artificial Intelligence (AI), AI: Unexplainable, Unpredictable, Uncontrollable explores the various reasons why the field is so challenging. Written by one of the founders of the field of AI safety, this book addresses some of the most fascinating questions facing humanity, including the nature of intelligence, consciousness, values and knowledge. Moving from a broad introduction to the core problems, such as the unpredictability of AI outcomes or the difficulty in explaining AI decisions, this book arrives at more complex questions of ownership and control, conducting an in-depth analysis of potential hazards and unintentional consequences. The book then concludes with philosophical and existential considerations, probing into questions of AI personhood, consciousness, and the distinction between human intelligence and artificial general intelligence (AGI). Bridging the gap between technical intricacies and philosophical musings, AI: Unexplainable, Unpredictable, Uncontrollable appeals to both AI experts and enthusiasts looking for a comprehensive understanding of the field, whilst also being written for a general audience with minimal technical jargon.
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Beginning Programming with Java For DummiesBarry Burd
Become a Java wizard with this popular programming guide Consider Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies your indispensable guide to learning how to program in one of the most popular programming languages—Java! Java is an invaluable language to master, as it's widely used for application development, including Android, desktop, and server-side applications. Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies is written specifically for newbies to programming. The book starts with an overview of computer programming and builds from there; it explains the software you need, walks you through writing your own programs, and introduces you to a few of the more-complex aspects of programming in Java. It also includes step-by-step examples you can try on your own (and email the author if you need help). As you work through the book, you'll get smart about these Java features: Object-oriented programming (OOP), a Java mainstay IntelliJ IDEA, an integrated development environment (IDE), that gives you one place to do all your programming, including debugging code Loops, branches, and collections Variables and operators Expressions, statements, and blocks Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies translates all this foreign programming and computer syntax into plain English, along with plenty of helpful examples and tips. Learning a new language—and coding is definitely its own language—should be a fun endeavor. With this book as your handy interpreter, you’ll be on your way to fluency, speaking the language of coders everywhere!
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Midjourney Mastery - The Ultimate Handbook of PromptsAndreea Todinca
Whether you are a seasoned artist or just starting your creative journey, this book is here to ignite your imagination, fuel your passion, and inspire you to create extraordinary works of art. This book provides over 500 carefully crafted text prompts with illustrated examples, over 10k keywords and step-by-step instructions for creating stunning artworks with Midjourney. This invaluable resource covers digital art, photography, architecture, interior designs, drawings, paintings, patterns, logos, tattoos, t-shirt designs, anime and manga . You'll learn how to describe forms, materials, lighting, scale, style, and more using Midjourney's natural language generation model. Each prompt is accompanied by Midjourney examples, teaching you how text can inspire photorealistic AI designs across design disciplines. So, grab your preferred tools, immerse yourself in these prompts, and let your creativity unfold. Get ready to embark on an artistic adventure like no other. Discover a wealth of information, including writing techniques, inspiration sources, and top-notch prompts for reference. Explore basic and advanced knowledge, commands (with illustrated examples), and parameters in Midjourney. With step-by-step instructions, practical tips, and over 500 prompts accompanied by generated images, you'll master the art of prompt writing. Perfect for beginners and advanced users alike, this book delves into different Midjourney versions and effective utilization. you'll have the tools and knowledge to create captivating visuals. Start your Midjourney journey today and elevate your creativity to new heights!
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Canva For DummiesJesse Stay
The essential guide to the popular, beginner-friendly graphic design platform Canva For Dummies is a beautiful full-color reference, covering everything you need to create dazzling visual materials in Canva Free and Pro versions. Discover all tools, templates, and features at the ready, plus utilize expert tips and tricks to improve your design and visual communication skills. Start with basic functionalities and graphic design principles, and then work your way up to more complex design tasks with ease. Canva For Dummies also covers Canva's new AI tool, Magic Studio, so you'll be up to speed on everything this cool app can do. Plus, the useful case studies and practical design projects inside are sure to ignite your creativity. Create effective social media posts, presentations, brand style guides, and everything in between, thanks to the helpful guidance in this book. Understand the Canva interface and get a primer on graphic design Explore advanced tools and techniques, including Canva's new AI tool, Magic Studio Create engaging visuals for business, social media, and beyond Utilize Canva hacks and trends to make your graphics pop This handy guide is for everyone, answering all your questions whether you're new to the platform or a current user. Rock your next design project with Canva For Dummies!
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Learning HTTP/2Stephen Ludin & Javier Garza
What can your organization gain by adopting HTTP/2? How about faster, simpler, and more robust websites and applications? This practical guide demonstrates how the latest version of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol can dramatically improve website and application performance. You’ll take a deep dive into HTTP/2 details, and learn how this updated protocol is changing the web landscape. HTTP/1.1 has been the primary means of communicating data across the web for the past 20 years, but the level of interaction today has gone well beyond what people envisioned in 1997. With this book, authors Stephen Ludin and Javier Garza show you how HTTP/2 will help speed the execution of modern sites and applications. With this book, you’ll explore: Performance challenges that led to the HTTP upgradeHTTP/2 in a nutshell, including benefits and transition methodsExisting best practices and hacks to improve web performanceHTTP/2 support for browsers, servers, proxies, and content delivery networksHow the performance of sites using HTTP/2 compares to their HTTP/1.1 experienceHTTP/2’s effect on specific issues such as latency, packet loss, and Time to First Byte (TTFB) HTTP/2’s effect on specific issues such as latency, packet loss, and Time to First Byte (TTFB)
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Adobe Premiere Pro Classroom in a Book 2025 ReleaseMaxim Jago
The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Premiere Pro Classroom in a Book 2025 Release contains 17 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. You can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Edit video in Adobe Premiere Pro Use automation and AI-based features to speed up the completion of professional creative projects Organize media, combine elements as a continuous sequence, edit video using text-based editing tools, add music and background audio, apply transition effects, create titles, add video and audio effects, and add filmic looks Take your projects further by sweetening and mixing sound, retiming music, compositing footage, automatically reframing visuals, adjusting color, using advanced editing techniques, managing projects, exporting, and much more Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts.
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Ultimate Data Engineering with DatabricksMayank Malhotra
Ultimate Data Engineering with Databricks is a comprehensive handbook meticulously designed for professionals aiming to enhance their data engineering skills through Databricks. Bridging the gap between foundational and advanced knowledge, this book employs a step-by-step approach with detailed explanations suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Focused on practical applications, the book employs real-world examples and scenarios to teach how to construct, optimize, and maintain robust data pipelines. Emphasizing immediate applicability, it equips readers to address real data challenges using Databricks effectively. The goal is not just understanding Databricks but mastering it to offer tangible solutions. Beyond technical skills, the book imparts best practices and expert tips derived from industry experience, aiding readers in avoiding common pitfalls and adopting strategies for optimal data engineering solutions. This book will help you develop the skills needed to make impactful contributions to organizations, enhancing your value as data engineering professionals in today's competitive job market.
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The Swift CodebookGrace Huang
Are you interested in building iOS and macOS apps, but find yourself stumbling over the basics of the Swift programming language? If so, this book is for you. In "The Swift Codebook", author Grace Huang addresses the common questions and challenges faced by students learning Swift. Drawing from years of teaching experience in building macOS and iOS apps, Grace provides clear explanations and practical examples of fundamental Swift concepts such as variables, functions, control flow, error handling, and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). Designed to be accessible and user-friendly, this book is perfect for learners from diverse backgrounds, whether you're a sales professional, nurse, college student, designer, finance professional, or lawyer. No prior programming experience is required, making it an ideal resource for beginners. "The Swift Codebook" is more than just a tutorial—it's a comprehensive reference that you can turn to whenever you need guidance or clarification on Swift syntax and best practices. With a focus on practicality, the book includes plenty of tips and notes to help you apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.
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AI for RoboticsAlishba Imran & Keerthana Gopalakrishnan
This book approaches robotics from a deep learning perspective. Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed many fields, including robotics. This book shows you how to reimagine decades-old robotics problems as AI problems and is a handbook for solving problems using modern techniques in an era of large foundation models. The book begins with an introduction to general-purpose robotics, how robots are modeled, and how physical intelligence relates to the movement of building artificial general intelligence, while giving you an overview of the current state of the field, its challenges, and where we are headed. The first half of this book delves into defining what the problems in robotics are, how to frame them as AI problems, and the details of how to solve them using modern AI techniques. First, we look at robot perception and sensing to understand how robots perceive their environment, and discuss convolutional networks and vision transformers to solve robotics problems such as segmentation, classification, and detection in two and three dimensions. The book then details how to apply large language and multimodal models for robotics, and how to adapt them to solve reasoning and robot control. Simulation, localization, and mapping and navigation are framed as deep learning problems and discussed with recent research. Lastly, the first part of this book discusses reinforcement learning and control and how robots learn via trial and error and self-play. The second part of this book is concerned with applications of robotics in specialized contexts. You will develop full stack knowledge by applying the techniques discussed in the first part to real-world use cases. Individual chapters discuss the details of building robots for self-driving, industrial manipulation, and humanoid robots. For each application, you will learn how to design these systems, the prevalent algorithms in research and industry, and how to assess trade-offs for performance and reliability. The book concludes with thoughts on operations, infrastructure, and safety for data-driven robotics, and outlooks for the future of robotics and machine learning. In summary, this book offers insights into cutting-edge machine learning techniques applied in robotics, along with the challenges encountered during their implementation and practical strategies for overcoming them. What You Will Learn Explore ML applications in robotics, covering perception, control, localization, planning, and end-to-end learning Delve into system design, and algorithmic and hardware considerations for building efficient ML-integrated robotics systems Discover robotics applications in self-driving, manufacturing, and humanoids and their practical implementations Understand how machine learning and robotics benefit current research and organizations
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.NET MAUI Cross-Platform Application DevelopmentRoger Ye
Build apps using .NET MAUI and Blazor with this comprehensive, revised guide for .NET 8. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format. Key Features Handle data effectively with expanded coverage on the MVVM model and data bindingIntegrate platform-specific code using plugins and custom controlsMigrate from Xamarin.Forms to .NET MAUI for the latest hybrid app development capabilities Book Description An evolution of Xamarin.Forms, .NET MAUI is a cross-platform framework for creating native mobile and desktop apps with C# and XAML. Using .NET MAUI, you can develop apps that’ll run on Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows from a single shared codebase. In this revised edition of .NET MAUI Cross-Platform Application Development you will be introduced to .NET 8 and get up to speed with app development in no time. The book begins by showing you how to develop a cross-platform application using .NET MAUI, including guidance for migrating from Xamarin.Forms. You’ll gain all the knowledge needed to create a cross-platform application for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows following an example project step by step. As you advance, you’ll integrate the latest frontend technology into your app using Blazor components, including the new Blazor Bindings feature. After this, you’ll learn how to test and deploy your apps. With new coverage on creating mock .NET MAUI components, you can develop unit tests for your application. You will additionally learn how to perform Razor component testing using bUnit. By the end of this book, you’ll have learned how to develop your own cross-platform applications using .NET MAUI. What you will learn Develop high-performance apps with logical user interfacesImprove the maintainability of apps using the MVVM design patternUnderstand the progression from Xamarin.Forms and how to migrate to .NETDelve into templated components and Razor class libraries for crafting Blazor UI elementsPublish your creations to major app stores with guidance on preparation and processesExtend your testing repertoire with bUnit for Razor components for reliable unit testing Who this book is for This book is for mobile developers interested in cross-platform application development with working experience of the .NET Core framework, as well as junior engineers who’ve just begun their career in mobile app development. Native app developers (desktop) or Xamarin developers who want to migrate to .NET MAUI will also benefit from this book. Basic knowledge of modern object-oriented programming languages, such as C#, Java or Kotlin, is assumed.
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Cybersecurity For DummiesJoseph Steinberg
Get the know-how you need to safeguard your data against cyber attacks Cybercriminals are constantly updating their strategies and techniques in search of new ways to breach data security—shouldn't you learn how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe? Fully updated with information on AI, hybrid work environments, and more, Cybersecurity For Dummies is the best-selling guide you need to learn how to protect your personal and business information from the latest cyber threats. This book helps you build stronger defenses, with detailed instructions on how to protect your computer, your online data, and your mobile devices. Learn how to set up the right security measures and prevent breaches—as well as what to do if your information or systems are compromised. Learn about the different types of cyberattacks and how to defend against them Beef up your data security for hybrid work environments and cloud storage Keep your family members safe against deepfake and other social engineering attacks Make sure you have a plan to respond quickly and limit damage in the event of a breach Ideal for businesses and individuals who want to be cyber-secure. Cybersecurity For Dummies is also a great primer for anyone interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity.
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Free Facebook Traffic StrategiesRed Boy
To successfully drive free traffic from Facebook you have to know what works and what doesn’t. Other marketers have tried driving free traffic from Facebook and failed. In this guide you will learn everything that you need to know to use the Facebook platform to generate free traffic.
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Cómo ganar dinero con ChatGPT y la IALeviatan
Cómo ganar dinero con ChatGPT y la IA no es solo un libro sobre tecnología — es una guía para una nueva forma de pensar, crear y vivir. En una era en la que las máquinas aprenden más rápido que los humanos, el verdadero poder ya no está en la información, sino en la conciencia. Esta obra te enseña a transformar la inteligencia artificial en tu aliada más poderosa: una herramienta que multiplica tu creatividad, automatiza tus ideas y convierte tus pensamientos en fuentes reales de ingresos. A través de ejemplos, ejercicios y reflexiones profundas, el autor Leviatán te invita a redescubrir el arte de crear valor en un mundo digital. Aprenderás cómo usar ChatGPT y la inteligencia artificial para diseñar sistemas que trabajan por ti, incluso mientras duermes. Desde micro-automatizaciones hasta imperios digitales, descubrirás cómo combinar mente, energía y tecnología para construir un flujo constante de prosperidad. Este libro fusiona tres dimensiones esenciales: • La práctica : estrategias concretas para crear productos digitales, ebooks, cursos, contenidos y servicios automatizados. • La mentalidad : principios de claridad, enfoque y acción que transforman tus hábitos en resultados. • La espiritualidad del trabajo : una visión consciente del éxito, donde la productividad nace de la calma y la intuición reemplaza el esfuerzo ciego. Cada capítulo abre una nueva puerta: • Cómo detectar oportunidades invisibles que otros no ven. • Cómo convertir ideas simples en ingresos automáticos. • Cómo escribir prompts que actúan como verdaderos "hechizos digitales" para obtener resultados precisos. • Cómo usar Notion, Canva, Stripe y ChatGPT en un ecosistema que crea, vende y crece sin tu intervención constante. • Cómo construir un micronegocio de IA que funcione con ritmo, ligereza y propósito. Leviatán revela el Sistema de las 72 horas : un método para pasar de la idea a la acción en solo tres días, eliminando la parálisis por análisis y conectando directamente con el flujo creativo. También explora la Senda del Creador Consciente , mostrando cómo la verdadera ventaja no está en trabajar más, sino en ver más lejos — en anticiparse al mercado, sentir las tendencias y crear desde la intuición. El mensaje central es claro: la IA no sustituye al ser humano — lo amplifica. La tecnología se convierte en espejo de la mente, y cada pensamiento consciente se transforma en materia, valor y abundancia. Cómo ganar dinero con ChatGPT y la IA es, a la vez, un manual práctico y un manifiesto espiritual. Enseña a programar la energía, no solo los algoritmos. A construir sistemas que respiran contigo. A usar la inteligencia artificial no como una herramienta fría, sino como una extensión de tu propósito. Si alguna vez has sentido que el mundo se mueve más rápido de lo que puedes seguir, este libro te mostrará cómo sincronizarte con ese ritmo sin perder tu equilibrio. Aprenderás a vivir en flujo , a crear desde la serenidad y a manifestar resultados tangibles desde la claridad interior. No importa si eres emprendedor, artista, freelancer, escritor o simplemente alguien que busca libertad — este libro te da un mapa completo para transformar tu creatividad en prosperidad. Con ejemplos reales, prompts listos para usar y ejercicios de expansión mental, descubrirás que la clave no está en hacer más, sino en pensar mejor y actuar con conciencia .
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Spark for Data ScienceSrinivas Duvvuri & Bikramaditya Singhal
Analyze your data and delve deep into the world of machine learning with the latest Spark version, 2.0 About This Book • Perform data analysis and build predictive models on huge datasets that leverage Apache Spark • Learn to integrate data science algorithms and techniques with the fast and scalable computing features of Spark to address big data challenges • Work through practical examples on real-world problems with sample code snippets Who This Book Is For This book is for anyone who wants to leverage Apache Spark for data science and machine learning. If you are a technologist who wants to expand your knowledge to perform data science operations in Spark, or a data scientist who wants to understand how algorithms are implemented in Spark, or a newbie with minimal development experience who wants to learn about Big Data Analytics, this book is for you! What You Will Learn • Consolidate, clean, and transform your data acquired from various data sources • Perform statistical analysis of data to find hidden insights • Explore graphical techniques to see what your data looks like • Use machine learning techniques to build predictive models • Build scalable data products and solutions • Start programming using the RDD, DataFrame and Dataset APIs • Become an expert by improving your data analytical skills In Detail This is the era of Big Data. The words 'Big Data' implies big innovation and enables a competitive advantage for businesses. Apache Spark was designed to perform Big Data analytics at scale, and so Spark is equipped with the necessary algorithms and supports multiple programming languages. Whether you are a technologist, a data scientist, or a beginner to Big Data analytics, this book will provide you with all the skills necessary to perform statistical data analysis, data visualization, predictive modeling, and build scalable data products or solutions using Python, Scala, and R. With ample case studies and real-world examples, Spark for Data Science will help you ensure the successful execution of your data science projects. Style and approach This book takes a step-by-step approach to statistical analysis and machine learning, and is explained in a conversational and easy-to-follow style. Each topic is explained sequentially with a focus on the fundamentals as well as the advanced concepts of algorithms and techniques. Real-world examples with sample code snippets are also included.
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Agentic Design PatternsAntonio Gulli
This book is a practical resource designed to help developers master the art of building sophisticated AI agents. As artificial intelligence evolves from simple reactive programs to autonomous entities capable of understanding context and making complex decisions, this book provides the essential patterns and proven techniques needed to construct intelligent systems effectively. Each of the 21 patterns represents a fundamental building block for creating agents that can perceive their environment, make informed decisions, and execute actions autonomously. Agentic Design Patterns: A Hands-On Guide to Building Intelligent Systems is structured as a comprehensive hands-on guide, with each chapter dedicated to a single agentic pattern. Within each chapter, you will find a detailed pattern overview, practical applications and use cases, a hands-on code example, and key takeaways for quick review. From foundational concepts such as Prompt Chaining and Tool Use to advanced topics like Multi-Agent Collaboration and Self-Correction, readers will gain practical knowledge they can immediately apply. While the chapters build on each other, you can also use the book as a handy reference, jumping to patterns that address your specific challenges. To provide a tangible "canvas" for the code examples, this guide utilizes three prominent agent development frameworks: LangChain and its extension LangGraph, which offer a flexible way to build complex operational sequences; Crew AI, which provides a structured framework for orchestrating multiple agents; and the Google Agent Developer Kit (Google ADK), which offers tools for building, evaluating, and deploying agents. By showcasing examples across these tools, you will gain a broad understanding of how these patterns can be applied in any technical environment. Building effective agentic systems requires more than just a powerful language model; it demands structure and design. Agentic patterns provide reusable, battle-tested solutions to common challenges, much like design patterns in software engineering. They offer a common language that makes an agent's logic clearer, more maintainable, and more robust. By the end of this journey, you will possess both the theoretical understanding and the practical skills to implement these 21 essential patterns, enabling you to build more intelligent, capable, and autonomous systems on your chosen development canvas. The cover image is AI-generated.
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CompTIA CySA+ Study GuideMike Chapple & David Seidl
Master key exam objectives and crucial cybersecurity concepts for the updated CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 exam, along with an online test bank with hundreds of practice questions and flashcards In the newly revised third edition of CompTIA CySA+ Study Guide: Exam CS0-003 , a team of leading security experts and tech educators delivers comprehensive and accurate coverage of every topic and domain covered on the certification exam. You’ll find clear and concise information on critical security topics presented by way of practical, real-world examples, chapter reviews, and exam highlights. Prepare for the test and for a new role in cybersecurity with the book’s useful study tools, including: Hands-on lab exercises and an opportunity to create your own cybersecurity toolkit Authoritative discussions of each exam competency, including security operations, vulnerability management, incident response and management, and reporting and communication Complimentary access to Sybex's proven library of digital resources, including an online test bank, bonus questions, flashcards, and glossary, all supported by Wiley's support agents who are available 24x7 via email or live chat to assist with access and login questions Reduce test anxiety and get a head-start learning the on-the-job skills you’ll need on your first day in a cybersecurity career. Or augment your existing CompTIA Security+ certification with an impressive new credential. Fully updated for the newly released CS0-003 exam, CompTIA CySA+ Study Guide: Exam CS0-003, Third Edition is an essential resource for test takers and cybersecurity professionals alike.
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iOS 26 User Guide for Beginners and SeniorsClear Start Guides
“Ready to unlock everything iOS 26 can do — without the confusion or hidden stress?” Apple’s latest iOS 26 update is packed with the powerful new Liquid Glass design, smarter Apple Intelligence tools, and stronger privacy features than ever before. But for many people — especially beginners and seniors — all these hidden updates just make the iPhone feel more complicated. That’s where Clear Start Guides comes in: your trusted, step-by-step companion that makes every feature simple, clear, and stress-free. Whether you’re brand new to iPhone or upgrading from an older model, you’ll finally understand how to set up your phone properly, use every new tool, and keep your information safe — all without the frustration. Inside this premium guide, you’ll discover: – How to master your iPhone’s core settings so it works exactly the way you need it to – Step-by-step instructions for taking full advantage of iOS 26’s Liquid Glass Home Screen and Control Center – Clear guidance for using Apple Intelligence features to plan, write, and search smarter than ever before – Privacy, security, and safety tips to protect your personal data – Troubleshooting tricks and simple solutions when things go wrong – Easy photo and video tips so you can capture and share your best memories – Quick-start sections to get you up to speed fast — no more hunting through hidden menus – Helpful customizations and shortcuts to make everyday tasks easier – Accessibility features and large-text settings so your iPhone fits your comfort level – Plus: Bonus iPhone tips every new user should know to feel confident Why choose this guide? – Written in plain English — no confusing tech jargon, ever – Perfect for seniors and beginners who want real answers they can trust – Clear explanations for both basic tasks and advanced iOS 26 options – Includes easy examples and checklists to help you put everything into practice – Designed to stay relevant with the latest updates so you’re never left behind Whether you want to make FaceTime calls with family, safely browse the web, listen to your favorite music, or explore Apple’s new features without the stress — this guide gives you the tools and peace of mind to do it all. No more confusion. No more wasted time searching for settings you can’t find. Just a smart, secure, easy-to-use iPhone that makes your life simpler — the way it should be. Start your iOS 26 journey today — and see how clear and stress-free your iPhone can be!
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AI Snake OilArvind Narayanan & Sayash Kapoor
From two of TIME’ s 100 Most Influential People in AI, what you need to know about AI—and how to defend yourself against bogus AI claims and products Confused about AI and worried about what it means for your future and the future of the world? You’re not alone. AI is everywhere—and few things are surrounded by so much hype, misinformation, and misunderstanding. In AI Snake Oil , computer scientists Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor cut through the confusion to give you an essential understanding of how AI works and why it often doesn’t, where it might be useful or harmful, and when you should suspect that companies are using AI hype to sell AI snake oil—products that don’t work, and probably never will. While acknowledging the potential of some AI, such as ChatGPT, AI Snake Oil uncovers rampant misleading claims about the capabilities of AI and describes the serious harms AI is already causing in how it’s being built, marketed, and used in areas such as education, medicine, hiring, banking, insurance, and criminal justice. The book explains the crucial differences between types of AI, why organizations are falling for AI snake oil, why AI can’t fix social media, why AI isn’t an existential risk, and why we should be far more worried about what people will do with AI than about anything AI will do on its own. The book also warns of the dangers of a world where AI continues to be controlled by largely unaccountable big tech companies. By revealing AI’s limits and real risks, AI Snake Oil will help you make better decisions about whether and how to use AI at work and home.
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Why Machines LearnAnil Ananthaswamy
A rich, narrative explanation of the mathematics that has brought us machine learning and the ongoing explosion of artificial intelligence Machine learning systems are making life-altering decisions for us: approving mortgage loans, determining whether a tumor is cancerous, or deciding if someone gets bail. They now influence developments and discoveries in chemistry, biology, and physics—the study of genomes, extrasolar planets, even the intricacies of quantum systems. And all this before large language models such as ChatGPT came on the scene. We are living through a revolution in machine learning-powered AI that shows no signs of slowing down. This technology is based on relatively simple mathematical ideas, some of which go back centuries, including linear algebra and calculus, the stuff of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century mathematics. It took the birth and advancement of computer science and the kindling of 1990s computer chips designed for video games to ignite the explosion of AI that we see today. In this enlightening book, Anil Ananthaswamy explains the fundamental math behind machine learning, while suggesting intriguing links between artificial and natural intelligence. Might the same math underpin them both? As Ananthaswamy resonantly concludes, to make safe and effective use of artificial intelligence, we need to understand its profound capabilities and limitations, the clues to which lie in the math that makes machine learning possible.
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The Microsoft Office 365 BiblePeter Sutherland
If you frequently use a PC for work, entertainment, or any other purpose, mastering essential Microsoft programs is absolutely crucial. I've seen countless people struggle with applications like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams, Access, and Publisher—not only finding them difficult to use but also wasting valuable time on tasks that should take minutes or even seconds instead of hours or days. Moreover, the average user taps into less than 5% of these programs' full capabilities. That’s exactly why I created this comprehensive, step-by-step guide—to help you quickly and efficiently master these tools, even if you have no prior experience! LET'S SEE TOGETHER WHAT THIS BUNDLE CONTAINS [10 BOOKS IN 1]: ✅ Microsoft Word ✅ Microsoft Excel ✅ Microsoft PowerPoint ✅ Microsoft Access ✅ Microsoft Outlook ✅ Microsoft Skype ✅ Microsoft Teams ✅ Microsoft OneDrive ✅ Microsoft OneNote (include Microsoft Forms chapter) ✅ Microsoft Sharepoint This book covers the most essential Microsoft Office programs and will help you: ✅ Master each program inside and out ✅ Quickly grasp the fundamentals and use key functions effectively ✅ Discover shortcuts and smart tips to boost efficiency and save time ✅ Understand the differences between programs and when to use each one ✅ Unlock hidden features and powerful tools you probably never knew existed ✅ And so much more! Even if you're a complete beginner or just got your PC a few days ago, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering Microsoft Office with ease. Scroll up and grab your copy now to start your journey toward Microsoft Office 365 mastery!
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Designing with SOLIDWORKS 2025Michael J. Rider Ph.D.
• Focuses on applying SOLIDWORKS as a design tool • Design intent and engineering principles are discussed and applied throughout the book • Combines practical tutorials with real-world end-of-chapter problems • Includes an introduction to SOLIDWORKS SimulationXpress • Contains numerous useful appendices • This edition features additional end of chapter problems Designing with SOLIDWORKS 2025 is a thoughtfully crafted guide that presents you with a basic introduction to engineering design while simultaneously providing you with a strong foundation using SOLIDWORKS. This textbook goes beyond merely teaching the functionalities of SOLIDWORKS 2025; it underscores the pivotal role of SOLIDWORKS in modern engineering and design, making it an essential skill for aspiring engineers and designers. The author’s approach balances technical proficiency with design theory, ensuring students not only master the software but also understand the engineering principles underlying their designs. This blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge prepares students for real-world challenges in engineering and design. With exercises concluding each chapter, students can practice and solidify their understanding. Above all, this text is designed to help you expand your creative talents and communicate your ideas through the graphics language. The book begins with a foundational introduction to SOLIDWORKS, suitable for beginners yet insightful for seasoned users. Subsequent chapters delve into creating 3D parts, assemblies, and understanding assembly drawings, with a dedicated chapter on SOLIDWORKS SimulationXpress for an introduction to finite element analysis. Learning SOLIDWORKS through this textbook is not just about mastering a software tool; it's about embracing the future of digital design and engineering. As industries increasingly rely on digital design and virtual simulations, proficiency in SOLIDWORKS equips you with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. The book's blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge prepares you for real-world challenges, fostering innovation and problem-solving skills. Why Choose This Book • In-depth Coverage: Detailed exploration of SOLIDWORKS 2025's features and capabilities, from basic sketching to simulations. • Practical Tutorials: Step-by-step tutorials that cater to both new learners and experienced users, emphasizing engineering design intent. • Comprehensive Learning: Integration of fundamental engineering principles with software skills, enhancing understanding and application. • Real-World Applications: End-of-chapter problems rooted in practical scenarios, bridging the gap between theory and practice. • Accessible Learning: Clear, engaging writing style that simplifies complex concepts, making them accessible to a wide range of learners. • Classroom-Friendly Format: Designed for classroom use, with assignments and problems suitable for classroom discussions. • Updated Content: The latest features and tools of SOLIDWORKS 2025 are explored, keeping the content current and relevant. • Resourceful Appendices: Quick-reference materials to save time and enhance learning efficiency. Table of Contents 1. Getting Started 2. Sketch Commands 3. Extruded Boss/Base 4. Revolved Boss/Base 5. Patterned and Mirrored Features 6. Dimensioning 7. Parametric Modeling using Equations 8. Assemblies and Subassemblies 9. Assembly Drawing 10. Tolerancing and GD&T 11. Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Appendices Appendix A – Drill and Tap Chart Appendix B – Number and Letter Drill Sizes Appendix C – Surface Roughness Chart Appendix D – Clevis Pin Sizes Appendix E – Square and Flat Key Sizes Appendix F – Screw Sizes Appendix G – Nut Sizes Appendix H – Setscrew Sizes Appendix I – Washer Sizes Appendix J – Retaining Ring Sizes Appendix K – Basic Hole Tolerance Appendix L – Basic Shaft Tolerance Appendix M – Inch Tolerance Zones Appendix N – Metric Tolerance Zones Appendix O – International Tolerance Grades References
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iOS 26 Pro User Guide — Mastering Apple Intelligence and the Power of Your iPhoneClear Start Guides
Ready to go beyond settings — and start using your iPhone like it was designed for you? Apple’s iOS 26 redefines what a phone can do. With Apple Intelligence, Liquid Glass design, and the next generation of privacy and performance tools, your iPhone is now a personal command center — smarter, faster, and more adaptive than ever before. But most people only experience a fraction of its real power. Because it’s not just about what’s new — it’s about what’s possible when you actually master it. That’s where Clear Start Guides comes in. This isn’t a beginner’s manual — it’s your step-by-step system for professional-level control. Whether you use your iPhone for work, creative projects, or just want to move beyond the basics, this guide shows you how to combine every new feature into a workflow that feels fast, seamless, and truly personal. Inside, you’ll discover how to: – Unlock the full potential of Apple Intelligence to write, summarize, and search naturally – Master Liquid Glass navigation and hidden gestures for faster, frictionless control – Automate tasks with Shortcuts and Focus modes that save hours every week – Use visual understanding to translate, identify, and act on what’s in front of your camera or screen – Create secure, synchronized systems across your Apple devices using iCloud, Face ID, and privacy vaults – Capture, edit, and share pro-quality photos and videos without third-party apps – Reclaim your focus by structuring notifications, widgets, and Live Activities the right way – And much more — from charging optimization to real-time collaboration and creative workflows Why this guide works – Written in clear, calm English — no tech jargon, no wasted words – Structured for real-world mastery, not just feature lists – Designed to match how pros actually use iOS — with workflows that stick – Ideal for anyone upgrading to iPhone 17 or running iOS 26 on Pro-class hardware – Crafted by Clear Start Guides, known for transforming complexity into clarity across Apple’s ecosystem Your iPhone can already do more than you think. This guide shows you how to unlock that potential with purpose — so every tap, swipe, and automation feels intentional, productive, and powerful. Stop adapting to your phone. Make your iPhone adapt to you. Start mastering iOS 26 today — and experience the Pro difference.
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Packaging for Apple AdministratorsArmin Briegel
**New, updated version!** **Oct 14, 2019 with new examples and Catalina notes** **(see version history for details)** The essential introduction for system administrators to using, analyzing and building installation package files (pkg) on macOS. In this book you will learn: - How to work with packages, analyze them without installing and install them from the command line and remotely - How to inspect packages with the tools built into macOS and third party tools - How to build your own packages, from simple packages to complex - How to use the tools for package creation and customization from macOS and some third-party tools Working with installation packages is a fundamental skill for any system administrator. Package files are versatile and used in many ways, wether you use Jamf Pro (aka Casper), Munki, Filewave, LanRev, Apple Remote Desktop or a different management system. This book will introduce you to the installation package file format (pkg). It will give you many examples on various techniques and strategies to build packages which will scale from small workgroups to large enterprise or school level deployments. It also discusses larger concepts such as testing, scripting and configuration management. Table of Contents: About this Book Installation - Installing Packages - Inspecting Packages - Inspector Applications - Testing Package Installation Building Packages - Building - Installation Scripts - Signing Packages - Payload-Free Packages Re-Packaging - Re-Packaging Applications - Custom Installers Configuration Files - Challenges - Configuration Profiles - Other Settings Files Distribution Packages - What are Distribution Packages - Installation Choices - Building Distribution Packages - Installer Interface Packaging Strategies - Application Installation - Configuration Files Other Package Builders - munkipkg - WhiteBox Packages - Jamf Composer Conclusion Appendix - Legacy Package Formats
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Property Lists, Preferences and Profiles for Apple AdministratorsArmin Briegel
Property Lists, Preferences and Profiles for Apple Administrators (New Update, June 2018!) These three topics seem minor, but can be a major headache for Apple Administrators. Mastering them will make you a better Apple Administrator. Property Lists are a common configuration file format on macOS and iOS. Learn about the file structure, file formats and the tools and scripting languages that you can use to read and edit Property Lists. Preferences are special use case of property lists. Learn about the special considerations and tools you need to work with preferences. Also learn how you can read and change user and system preferences safely. Configuration Profiles provide and manage pre-defined settings for users and computers on macOS and iOS. Whether you use Apple’s Profile Manager, a commercial Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution like Jamf Pro or Filewave, or an open source management system like Munki, you will learn how configuration profiles work and how you can build custom profiles for many solutions. Table of Contents What are Property Lists? • XML Property List File format • other File formats Editing Property Lists • Text Editors • Xcode • PlistEdit Pro • PlistBuddy • plutil • Python • AppleScript • Swift Preferences • Overview • defaults Command • Preference Domains • Python Configuration Profiles • About Configuration Profiles • Installing Profiles • Creating Profiles Appendix • On Hidden Files • Internet Shortcut Files
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 User Guide for Everyday UsersClear Start Guides
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 isn’t just another smartwatch — it’s Apple’s most powerful, precise, and adventure-ready wearable ever. But for most everyday users, that power can feel overwhelming. Complex settings. Hidden gestures. Constant updates. It’s easy to end up using only a fraction of what the Ultra 3 can actually do. This guide changes that. Created by Clear Start Guides — the trusted name that’s helped thousands of Apple users master their devices with clarity and confidence — this book is your shortcut to complete confidence. You won’t just follow steps. You’ll build real fluency, unlocking every feature that matters without the confusion, guesswork, or wasted time. Unlike scattered online tips or dense technical manuals, this guide is designed specifically for real-world everyday users who want results without frustration. It removes the clutter, simplifies decisions, and reveals how to get the most out of your Ultra 3 — whether you’re training for a 10K, managing your health data, or just aiming to stay connected and safe wherever life takes you. Inside, you’ll discover how to: – Set up your Ultra 3 quickly and cleanly with watchOS 26 – Customize faces, complications, and the Action Button for instant control – Track workouts, fitness, and health metrics with clarity and purpose – Navigate off-grid using dual-frequency GPS, Backtrack, and waypoints – Use satellite messaging, SOS, and safety features with confidence – Maximize battery life and daily performance without sacrificing features – Streamline notifications, Smart Stack, Wallet, and everyday utilities – Troubleshoot problems instantly with pro-level quick fixes Every tap, swipe, and glance will finally make sense. By the time you finish this guide, your Apple Watch Ultra 3 won’t just be a gadget — it’ll be your most reliable daily companion for fitness, health, safety, and beyond. Don’t just wear the Ultra 3. Command it with confidence. It’s built for more. This guide will show you how.
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Artificial Intelligence For DummiesJohn Paul Mueller, Luca Massaron & Stephanie Diamond
Dive into the intelligence that powers artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence is swiftly moving from a sci-fi future to a modern reality. This edition of Artificial Intelligence For Dummies keeps pace with the lighting-fast expansion of AI tools that are overhauling every corner of reality. This book demystifies how artificial intelligence systems operate, giving you a look at the inner workings of AI and explaining the important role of data in creating intelligence. You'll get a primer on using AI in everyday life, and you'll also get a glimpse into possible AI-driven futures. What's next for humanity in the age of AI? How will your job and your life change as AI continue to evolve? How can you take advantage of AI today to make your live easier? This jargon-free Dummies guide answers all your most pressing questions about the world of artificial intelligence. Learn the basics of AI hardware and software, and how intelligence is created from code Get up to date with the latest AI trends and disruptions across industries Wrap your mind around what the AI revolution means for humanity, and for you Discover tips on using generative AI ethically and effectively Artificial Intelligence For Dummies is the ideal starting point for anyone seeking a deeper technological understanding of how artificial intelligence works and what promise it holds for the future.
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Genius MakersCade Metz
"This colorful page-turner puts artificial intelligence into a human perspective. Through the lives of Geoff Hinton and other major players, Metz explains this transformative technology and makes the quest thrilling." —Walter Isaacson, author of The Code Breaker Recipient of starred reviews in both Kirkus and Library Journal THE UNTOLD TECH STORY OF OUR TIME What does it mean to be smart? To be human? What do we really want from life and the intelligence we have, or might create? With deep and exclusive reporting, across hundreds of interviews, New York Times Silicon Valley journalist Cade Metz brings you into the rooms where these questions are being answered. Where an extraordinarily powerful new artificial intelligence has been built into our biggest companies, our social discourse, and our daily lives, with few of us even noticing. Long dismissed as a technology of the distant future, artificial intelligence was a project consigned to the fringes of the scientific community. Then two researchers changed everything. One was a sixty-four-year-old computer science professor who didn’t drive and didn’t fly because he could no longer sit down—but still made his way across North America for the moment that would define a new age of technology. The other was a thirty-six-year-old neuroscientist and chess prodigy who laid claim to being the greatest game player of all time before vowing to build a machine that could do anything the human brain could do. They took two very different paths to that lofty goal, and they disagreed on how quickly it would arrive. But both were soon drawn into the heart of the tech industry. Their ideas drove a new kind of arms race, spanning Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and OpenAI, a new lab founded by Silicon Valley kingpin Elon Musk. But some believed that China would beat them all to the finish line. Genius Makers dramatically presents the fierce conflict among national interests, shareholder value, the pursuit of scientific knowledge, and the very human concerns about privacy, security, bias, and prejudice. Like a great Victorian novel, this world of eccentric, brilliant, often unimaginably yet suddenly wealthy characters draws you into the most profound moral questions we can ask. And like a great mystery, it presents the story and facts that lead to a core, vital question: How far will we let it go?
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Agentic Artificial IntelligencePascal Bornet
A practical, non-technical guide for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and curious minds "Agents are (…) bringing about the biggest revolution in computing since we went from typing commands to tapping on icons." — Bill Gates "AI agents will become the primary way we interact with computers in the future." — Satya Nadella "The age of agentic AI is here"— Jensen Huang In a world where ChatGPT took us by storm, a far more powerful revolution is unfolding: AI Agents. Like Jarvis in Iron Man or Samantha in Her, these intelligent systems can execute actions, learn from experience, and orchestrate digital interactions with minimal human supervision. They promise to redefine business and society. However, behind the excitement lies a crucial reality: a significant gap between promise and reality . This comprehensive guide on agentic AI cuts through the hype and offers a clear, jargon-free strategic roadmap to understanding and applying this technology . The authors bring a rare perspective , having implemented agentic AI across diverse organizations—from global enterprises to agile startups—witnessing both remarkable successes and sobering failures. Through illuminating case studies and hands-on experiments, the authors reveal: •A step-by-step method for identifying high-value agentic opportunities and building impactful agents in your business, work, and personal life •The secrets behind today's most successful agentic transformations at scale : cutting costs by over 25% while boosting customer satisfaction by over 40% •Approaches to seize the new opportunities of the Agent Economy —new business models, Agentic-driven startups, rapid scaling, and game-changing revenue opportunities. •Hands-on guidance to navigate common pitfalls such as workflow integration, error handling, data quality, agent control, and user adoption •The new mindset and skills required to lead effectively in a world where humans and AI agents need to work seamlessly together •The profound impact of agentic AI on society , employment, education, and our personal lives AI agents create what the authors call " compounding intelligence advantages "—the more they're used, the smarter they become, creating an accelerating gap between early adopters and laggards. Hence, those who understand and leverage AI agents today will define the next business era. The question isn't whether AI agents will transform your industry—it's how you will lead that change. Every revolution demands foresight and responsibility. This book challenges you to not just adopt agentic AI, but to shape it with purpose and integrity.
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The Software Engineer's GuidebookGergely Orosz
In my first few years as a developer I assumed that hard work was all I needed. Then I was passed over for a promotion and my manager couldn’t give me feedback on what areas to improve, so I could get to the senior engineer level. I was frustrated; even bitter: not as much about missing the promotion, but because of the lack of guidance. By the time I became a manager, I was determined to support engineers reporting to me with the kind of feedback and support I wish I would have gotten years earlier. And I did. While my team tripled over the next two years, people became visibly better engineers, and this progression was clear from performance reviews and promotions. This book is a summary of the advice I’ve given to software engineers over the years – and then some more. This book follows the structure of a “typical” career path for a software engineer, from starting out as a fresh-faced software developer, through being a role model senior/lead, all the way to the staff/principle/distinguished level. It summarizes what I’ve learned as a developer and how I’ve approached coaching engineers at different stages of their careers. We cover “soft” skills which become increasingly important as your seniority increases, and the “hard” parts of the job, like software engineering concepts and approaches which help you grow professionally. The names of levels and their expectations can – and do! – vary across companies. The higher “tier” a business is, the more tends to be expected of engineers, compared to lower tier places. For example, the “senior engineer” level has notoriously high expectations at. Google (L5 level) and Meta (E5 level,) compared to lower-tier companies. If you work at a higher-tier business, it may be useful to read the chapters about higher levels, and not only the level you’re currently interested in. The book is composed of six standalone parts, each made up of several chapters: Part 1: Developer Career Fundamentals Part 2: The Competent Software Developer Part 3: The Well-Rounded Senior Engineer Part 4: The Pragmatic Tech Lead Part 5: Role Model Staff and Principal Engineers Part 6: Conclusion Parts 1 and 6 apply to all engineering levels, from entry-level software developer, to principal-and-above engineer. Parts 2, 3, 4, and 5 cover increasingly senior engineering levels and group together topics in chapters, such as “Software Engineering,” “Collaboration,” “Getting Things Done,” etc. Naming and levels vary, but the principles of what makes a great engineer who is impactful at the individual, team, and organizational levels, are remarkably constant. No matter where you are in your career, I hope this book provides a fresh perspective and new ideas on how to grow as an engineer. Praise for the book “From performance reviews to P95 latency, from team dynamics to testing, Gergely demystifies all aspects of a software career. This book is well named: it really does feel like the missing guidebook for the whole industry.” – Tanya Reilly, senior principal engineer and author of The Staff Engineer's Path "Spanning a huge range of topics from technical to social in a concise manner, this belongs on the desk of any software engineer looking to grow their impact and their career. You'll reach for it again and again for sage advice in any situation." – James Stanier, Director of Engineering at Shopify, author of TheEngineeringManager.com
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The Model ThinkerScott E. Page
Work with data like a pro using this guide that breaks down how to organize, apply, and most importantly, understand what you are analyzing in order to become a true data ninja. From the stock market to genomics laboratories, census figures to marketing email blasts, we are awash with data. But as anyone who has ever opened up a spreadsheet packed with seemingly infinite lines of data knows, numbers aren't enough: we need to know how to make those numbers talk. In The Model Thinker , social scientist Scott E. Page shows us the mathematical, statistical, and computational models—from linear regression to random walks and far beyond—that can turn anyone into a genius. At the core of the book is Page's "many-model paradigm," which shows the reader how to apply multiple models to organize the data, leading to wiser choices, more accurate predictions, and more robust designs. The Model Thinker provides a toolkit for business people, students, scientists, pollsters, and bloggers to make them better, clearer thinkers, able to leverage data and information to their advantage.
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iPhone 17 Pro User Guide for SeniorsClear Start Guides
iPhone 17 Pro User Guide for Seniors — Simple Steps. Clear Confidence. Complete Comfort Master Apple’s Most Powerful iPhone — Without the Confusion The iPhone 17 Pro combines cutting-edge design with next-generation Apple Intelligence, an advanced camera system, and the full power of iOS 26. But for many seniors, all those updates, menus, and gestures can feel overwhelming at first. Settings change. Icons shift. Features go unused. It’s easy to get frustrated. That’s where this guide comes in. Written specifically for seniors, this is the friendliest, clearest way to learn your iPhone 17 Pro — step by step, with no tech jargon or stress. Whether you’re completely new to iPhone, upgrading from an older model, or just want to feel more confident, this book walks you through every feature at your own pace. Created by Clear Start Guides — the trusted name helping thousands of Apple users master their devices — this is your personal roadmap to confidence and comfort. You’ll learn how to: – Set up your iPhone 17 Pro quickly and correctly, without confusion – Navigate iOS 26 with simple gestures and easy-to-follow instructions – Make calls, send texts, and manage contacts effortlessly – Stay connected through FaceTime, Mail, and Messages – Capture stunning photos and videos with the Pro camera system – Explore essential apps like Safari, Calendar, Maps, Notes, and Reminders – Discover how Apple Intelligence can simplify your everyday routines – Customize your iPhone to match your needs and preferences – Protect your information with privacy and security settings – Keep your iPhone running smoothly with maintenance and battery tips Each chapter is written in plain, readable language with large text, step-by-step instructions, and helpful visuals — so you always know what to do and why it matters. You don’t need to be tech-savvy. You just need the right guide. With this book, you’ll go from uncertainty to confidence — turning your iPhone 17 Pro into a trusted everyday companion that fits your life perfectly.
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Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 3rd EditionAl Sweigart
The bestselling introduction to Python programming, revised to include the latest Python features, improved explanations, and new chapters about databases and sound files. If you’ve ever spent hours renaming files or updating hundreds of spreadsheet cells, you know how tedious tasks like these can be. But what if you could have your computer do this work for you? In this fully revised third edition of Automate the Boring Stuff with Python , you’ll learn how to use Python to write programs that do in minutes what would take you hours to do by hand—no prior programming experience required. Early chapters will teach you the fundamentals of Python through clear explanations and engaging examples. You’ll write your first Python program; work with strings, lists, dictionaries, and other data structures; then use regular expressions to find and manipulate text patterns. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll tackle projects that teach you to use Python to automate tasks like: Searching the web, downloading content, and filling out formsFinding, extracting, and manipulating text and data in files and spreadsheetsCopying, moving, renaming, or compressing saved files on your computerSplitting, merging, and extracting text from PDFs and Word documentsInteracting with applications through custom mouse and keyboard macrosManaging your inbox, unsubscribing from lists, and sending email or text notifications New to this edition: All code and examples have been thoroughly updated. You’ll also find four new chapters on database integration, speech recognition, and audio and video editing, as well as 16 new programming projects and expanded coverage of developer techniques like creating command line programs. Don’t spend your time on work a well-trained monkey could do. Even if you’ve never written a line of code, you can pass off that grunt work to your computer. Learn how in Automate the Boring Stuff with Python .
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Windows 11 Guide for Beginners and SeniorsEvan Brooks
Are you tired of feeling left behind by technology? Do you want to master your computer with ease and confidence? Look no further. This comprehensive guide is your step-by-step manual to unlocking the full potential of Windows 11. Say goodbye to confusion and frustration as you learn to navigate the sleek, user-friendly interface with simple, clear instructions. Inside, you will discover how to: Effortlessly set up your new Windows 11 device. Master essential tasks like using the Start Menu, Taskbar, and File Explorer to stay organized. Enhance your experience with powerful features like Snap Layouts for multitasking and Widgets for quick updates. Stay safe online with built-in security features and learn how to back up and restore your data. Troubleshoot common problems and get help when you need it. This book is filled with practical tips, tricks, and real-world examples that make learning fun and stress-free. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to smoothly transition from an older Windows version, this guide is your key to becoming a confident and efficient user. Don't let technology intimidate you. It's time to take control and enjoy the benefits of a modern, connected world. Get your copy today and start your journey to Windows 11 mastery!
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The Beginner's Guide to Procreate DreamsDavid Miller
Animate anywhere and bring stories to life with Procreate Dreams! Procreate Dreams is a revolutionary way to make your own animated creations. Artist and instructor David Miller shows how to easily use the app and make stunning animations. Dive into the rich history of 2D animation, then take charge of the digital stage with Procreate Dreams' unique features. Including:-Hands-on tutorials on performance animation, gesture controls, frame rates, and keyframing.-Experiment with advanced techniques like masking, blending modes, and faux 3D effects, while organizing your projects with ease.-Expand your toolkit with lessons incorporating cinematography, classic animation techniques, and storyboarding.Whether you're crafting short-form content, motion graphics, or character rigging for a film, this book empowers you to bring your wildest ideas to life.
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Agentic AI for Everyone (2025 Edition)Eli Mercer
Wondering how to actually build something powerful with AI — without being a coder? Agentic AI for Everyone is your practical, no-fluff guide to designing real-world automation systems using next-gen AI agents — even if you’ve never written a single line of code. Whether you’re a solo founder, creative, operator, or team lead, this book gives you the tools to stop watching from the sidelines and start deploying intelligent agents that work for you. While the hype grows louder, most people are stuck asking: How do I actually use this in my day-to-day life or business? This book answers that question — with checklists, workflows, patterns, and real-world examples that show you exactly how to start and scale. What You’ll Learn: – Build your first intelligent agent — step-by-step, no code required – Connect agents to real tools like Notion, Gmail, Slack, and Google Sheets – Design workflows that think, adapt, and improve over time – Avoid the hidden pitfalls that quietly break most AI systems – Scale from small wins to full agent-powered operations – Choose the best tools, platforms, and AI stacks for 2025 and beyond This isn’t theory. It’s a blueprint. Inside, you’ll find clear architecture diagrams, mental models, battle-tested frameworks, and everything you need to build AI-powered systems that actually ship and scale. Why This Book? Because most AI books are written for engineers. This one is for doers — for builders, founders, creators, and operators who want results without drowning in jargon or chasing every shiny tool. Whether you're: – Building your first AI-driven product – Running a solo business and want leverage – Leading a team into the agentic future – Or simply ready to turn curiosity into action This is the guide that gets you there. The AI revolution won’t be led by hype — it’ll be built by people who create systems that work. This book shows you how to do exactly that. Note: This book contains over 250 pages of actionable, in-depth content when viewed in the Apple Books app. Page counts may vary by device.
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100 Things Every Mac User Should KnowMacworld Editors
We all like to think we're pretty savvy when it comes to using our Macs, and in the case of the typical Macworld reader, that's usually true. But there's a funny thing we've noticed when we talk even to veteran Mac users: There's almost always some essential stuff—basic things that would make their Mac use easier or more efficient—that they've either forgotten or never learned. So we got some Macworld editors and contributors together and asked: What are the things that every Mac user should know how to do? Not the really basic stuff—Command-C, Command-V, and so on—but the skills and knowledge that mark you as Mac-literate. After much pondering and discussion, we came up with a list of 100 items that fit the bill. Those skills run the gamut from startup to shutdown: they include smart ways to manage files and accounts, search, and customize your Mac. We'll bet that you already know many of them. But we'll also bet that you don't know them all. And if you can really, honestly say that you knew every one, you're a whole lot savvier than any of us.
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Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For DummiesChris Minnick, John Paul Mueller, Luca Massaron, Stephanie Diamond, Pam Baker, Daniel Stanton, Shiv Singh, Paul Mladjenovic, Sheryl Lindsell-Roberts & Jeffrey Allan
A comprehensive roadmap to using AI in your career and in your life Artificial intelligence is everywhere. Major software organizations like Microsoft, Google, and Apple have built AI directly into products and invited the world to become part of the AI revolution. And it's impossible to use these tools to their fullest potential without understanding the basics of what AI is and what it can do. Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For Dummies compiles insight from the expert authors of AI books in the For Dummies series to provide an easy-to-follow walkthrough for anyone interested in learning how to use AI. You'll learn how to put artificial intelligence to work for you and your company in a wide variety of situations, from creating office assistants to managing projects and marketing your products. Inside the book: How to prompt AI platforms like ChatGPT and Copilot while avoiding “hallucinations” and other bugs Strategies for adding artificial intelligence tools to your company's existing workflows to improve efficiency and generate new opportunities Techniques to improve your programming capabilities with AI or create new AI-powered tools Perfect for professionals curious about the potential and pitfalls associated with generative artificial intelligence, Artificial Intelligence All-in-One For Dummies shows you exactly how AI works and how you can apply it in your own professional and personal life.
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THE COMPLETE IOS 26 USER GUIDE FOR SENIORSEASY GUIDES
The Complete iOS 26 User Guide for Seniors: Step-by-Step, Easy-to-Follow Instructions to Stay Connected, Capture Memories, and Use Your iPhone or iPad with Confidence Are you a senior who wants to make the most of your iPhone or iPad without feeling overwhelmed? This book is your friendly, easy-to-follow guide to mastering iOS 26, designed specifically for older adults who value simplicity, clarity, and confidence. Inside this guide, you will discover: Simple, Step-by-Step Instructions – Every feature explained clearly, with numbered lists and practical examples. Communication Made Easy– Make calls, send messages, and enjoy FaceTime video chats with family and friends. Capture and Share Memories– Take photos and videos, organize albums, edit effortlessly, and share safely. Discover and Manage Apps– Find useful apps in the App Store, download safely, and keep them organized. Customize Your Device– Adjust text size, brightness, sounds, and accessibility features for comfort. Stay Safe Online — Recognize scams, protect personal information, and browse securely. Quick Reference Tips– Easy reminders, gestures, shortcuts, and essential buttons for daily use. This guide is packed with practical tips, reassuring advice, and accessibility guidance , making technology enjoyable and stress-free. Whether you’re connecting with loved ones, exploring apps, or simply learning new ways to simplify your day, this book helps you feel confident and in control. No technical jargon. No rushed explanations. Just clear, patient guidance that respects your pace and experience. With this book in hand, your iPhone or iPad becomes more than a device—it becomes a trusted companion for communication, entertainment, and everyday convenience. Take control of your technology today and enjoy the full benefits of iOS 26 with confidence and ease.