Make the most of OTS systems in operator training and engineering Key Features Learn OTS project delivery best practices from the author's 30 years of experience Explore use cases to understand how your OTS systems can maximize ROI for users Discover how to best develop OTS training models for developers and users Book DescriptionOperator training simulators in the process industry have been around since the 1970s, but you may not find a book that documents the development of these systems and the standard best practices. The Operator Training Simulator Handbook covers best practices for OTS engineering and OTS training development and delivery, starting from the basic the jargon and the different types of OTS systems. It will take you through the best approaches to project specification as well as building, maintenance, planning, and delivering these systems by sharing real-life experiences and dos and don'ts. As you advance, you'll uncover the various challenges in the planning and delivery of operator training models and understand how to address those by working through real-world projects. This book helps in specifying the best fit for purpose, choosing a cost-effective system when acquiring an OTS. You'll also learn how you can turn your OTS projects into digital twins before finally learning all about documentation in a typical OTS project, covering the sample structure that you can use as a starting point in your projects. By the end of the book, you'll have learned best practices for developing operator training simulator systems and have a reference guide to overcome common challenges. What you will learn Become familiar with the OTS jargon to set a base for understanding OTS aspects Implement training planning methods that have been tried and tested in the industry for many years Get to grips with writing well-planned documentation for your OTS project Review new model suggestions to maximize benefits of the OTS systems and the actual ICSS control systems to maximize ROI for users Understand Cloud OTS systems as a new way to address some of the common issues that developers and users face Create digital twins of your OTS projects Who this book is forThis book is for suppliers who build and deliver OTS systems, OTS buyers, or companies looking to invest in these systems. Anyone with an interest in OTS systems, including university students or graduates who will work on these systems, will find this book useful. Basic knowledge of either OTS systems, ICSS control systems, or process engineering will help you grasp the concepts covered in this book.

Develop the skills you need to design and build a reliable, cost-effective cabling infrastructure Fully updated for the growing demand of fiber optics for large-scale communications networks and telecommunication standards, this new edition is organized into two parts. Part I covers LAN Networks and Cabling Systems offers comprehensive coverage on current cabling methodologies and is updated to the latest industry standards. Part II addresses Fiber-Optic Cabling and Components probes deeper into fiber optics, and can be used to prepare for the Fiber Optics Installer (FOI) and/or Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certifications, two of the Electronic Technician's Association's leading certifications. * Explains why cutting corners is a bad idea * Walks you through the obstacles to high-speed data transfer * Encourages you to follow the golden rules of cabling This new edition is the only book you need for current cabling methodologies and standards.

Windows is the world's most popular operating system, and "Windows For Dummies" is the bestselling computer book ever. When you look at "Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition, " it's easy to see why. Here's all the stuff you want to know, served up in plain English and seasoned with a few chuckles. But make no mistake, this book means business.

Author Andy Rathbone listened to what you wanted to know, and this edition is loaded with additional information aboutE-mail, faxing, and troubleshootingMaximizing security featuresCustomizing and upgrading Windows XPMultimedia applications--CDs, digital music and photos, video, and moreAnswers to questions asked by thousands of Windows users

If you're just getting started with Windows XP, you'll find "Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition" is a lot easier than trying to get the fourth-grader next door to explain it to you. (Andy Rathbone is a lot more patient.) There's a whole section devoted to "Windows XP Stuff Everybody Thinks You Already Know," so you can get the hang of the basics quickly and in the privacy of your own home. And if you've been around a couple of generations of Windows, you'll be especially interested in how to squeeze maximum security from the beefed-up anti-spam and firewall features in Service Pack 2.

"Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition" is sort of like a buffet--you can sample everything, or just stick with the stuff you know you like. You'll find out how toLocate programs and files, organize your information, and fax, scan, or print documentsGet online safely, send and receive e-mail, work with Internet Explorer's security toolbar, and steer clear of pop-ups, viruses, and spamMake Windows XP work the way you want it to, share your computer while maintaining your privacy, set up a network, and perform routine maintenanceTransfer and organize pictures from your digital camera, edit digital video, and create custom CDs of your favorite tunesUse Windows XP's troubleshooting wizards and become your own computer doctor

With its task-oriented table of contents and tear-out cheat sheet, "Windows XP For Dummies, 2nd Edition" is easy to use. You can quickly find what you want to know, and you just may discover that this book is as important to your computer as the power cord.

Learn Tuxedo by developing solutions in Python for real-world problems Key Features Understand Tuxedo through a modern lens by experimenting with Python code Boost your productivity by using Python programming to perform common Tuxedo programming tasks Manage real-world integration tasks with small Python programs Book DescriptionDespite being developed in the 1980s, Oracle Tuxedo still runs a significant part of critical infrastructure and is not going away any time soon. Modernizing Oracle Tuxedo Applications with Python will help you get to grips with the most important Tuxedo concepts by writing Python code. The book starts with an introduction to Oracle Tuxedo and guides you in installing its latest version and Python bindings for Tuxedo on Linux. You'll then learn how to build your first server and client, configure Tuxedo, and start running an application. As you advance, you'll understand load balancing and work with the BBL server, which is at the heart of a Tuxedo application. This Tuxedo book will also cover Boolean expressions and different ways to export Tuxedo buffers for storage and transmission, before showing you how to implement servers and clients and use the management information base to change the configuration dynamically. Once you've learned how to configure Tuxedo for transactions and control them in application code, you'll discover how to use the store-and-forward functionality to reach destinations and use an Oracle database from a Tuxedo application. By the end of this Oracle Tuxedo book, you'll be able to perform common Tuxedo programming tasks with Python and integrate Tuxedo applications with other parts of modern infrastructure. What you will learn Understand Oracle Tuxedo as a microservice platform Develop Oracle Tuxedo applications using Python 3 Perform administration tasks programmatically with Python 3 Extract Tuxedo statistics for monitoring application performance Integrate Tuxedo into the modern software ecosystem Understand how distributed transactions work in Tuxedo Who this book is forThis book is for developers who are new to Tuxedo and are looking to develop a new modern front-end or integrate Tuxedo in their applications. The book will also help experienced Tuxedo, C or COBOL developers to improve their productivity and QA engineers to automate Tuxedo application tests. Beginner-level knowledge of Python and Linux shell is required before getting started with this book.

Discover how to use the LEGO MINDSTORMS Inventor kit and boost your confidence in robotics Key Features Gain confidence in building robots using creative designs Learn advanced robotic features and find out how to integrate them to build a robot Work with the block coding language used in robotics software in a practical way Book DescriptionLEGO MINDSTORMS Robot Inventor is the latest addition to the LEGO MINDSTORMS theme. It features unique designs that you can use to build robots, and also enable you to perform activities using the robot inventor application. You'll begin by exploring the history of LEGO MINDSTORMS, and then delve into various elements of the Inventor kit. Moving on, you'll start working on different projects which will prepare you to build a variety of smart robots. The first robotic project involves designing a claw to grab objects, and helps you to explore how a smart robot is used in everyday life and in industry. The second project revolves around building a working guitar that can be played and modified to meet the needs of the user. As you advance, you'll explore the concept of biomimicry as you discover how to build a scorpion robot. In addition to this, you'll also work on a classic robotic challenge by building a sumobot. Throughout the book, you'll come across a variety of projects that will provide you with hands-on experience in building creative robots, such as building a Dragster, Egg Decorator, and Plankton from Spongebob Squarepants. By the end of this LEGO book, you'll have got to grips with the concepts behind building a robot, and also found creative ways to integrate them using the application based on your creative insights and ideas. What you will learn Discover how the Robot Inventor kit works, and explore its parts and the elements inside them Delve into the block coding language used to build robots Find out how to create interactive robots with the help of sensors Understand the importance of real-world robots in today's landscape Recognize different ways to build new ideas based on existing solutions Design basic to advanced level robots using the Robot Inventor kit Who this book is forThis book is for robot enthusiasts, LEGO lovers, hobbyists, educators, students, and anyone looking to learn about the new LEGO Robot Inventor kit. This book is designed to go beyond the basic build through to intermediate and advanced builds, and enables you to add your personal flair to the builds and codes.

Get up to speed with various penetration testing techniques and resolve security threats of varying complexity Key Features Enhance your penetration testing skills to tackle security threats Learn to gather information, find vulnerabilities, and exploit enterprise defenses Navigate secured systems with the most up-to-date version of Kali Linux (2019.1) and Metasploit (5.0.0) Book DescriptionSending information via the internet is not entirely private, as evidenced by the rise in hacking, malware attacks, and security threats. With the help of this book, you'll learn crucial penetration testing techniques to help you evaluate enterprise defenses. You'll start by understanding each stage of pentesting and deploying target virtual machines, including Linux and Windows. Next, the book will guide you through performing intermediate penetration testing in a controlled environment. With the help of practical use cases, you'll also be able to implement your learning in real-world scenarios. By studying everything from setting up your lab, information gathering and password attacks, through to social engineering and post exploitation, you'll be able to successfully overcome security threats. The book will even help you leverage the best tools, such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and other open source pentesting tools to perform these techniques. Toward the later chapters, you'll focus on best practices to quickly resolve security threats. By the end of this book, you'll be well versed with various penetration testing techniques so as to be able to tackle security threats effectively What you will learn Perform entry-level penetration tests by learning various concepts and techniques Understand both common and not-so-common vulnerabilities from an attacker's perspective Get familiar with intermediate attack methods that can be used in real-world scenarios Understand how vulnerabilities are created by developers and how to fix some of them at source code level Become well versed with basic tools for ethical hacking purposes Exploit known vulnerable services with tools such as Metasploit Who this book is forIf you're just getting started with penetration testing and want to explore various security domains, this book is for you. Security professionals, network engineers, and amateur ethical hackers will also find this book useful. Prior knowledge of penetration testing and ethical hacking is not necessary.