Are you a programmer looking for a new challenge? Does the thought of building your very own iPhone app make your heart race and your pulse quicken? If so, then Beginning iPhone Development is just the book for you.

Assuming only a minimal working knowledge of Objective-C, and written in a friendly, easy-to-follow style, Beginning iPhone Development offers a complete soup-to-nuts course in iPhone and iPod Touch programming.

The book starts with the basics, walking you through the process of downloading and installing Apple's free iPhone software development kit, then stepping you though the creation of your first simple iPhone application. You'll move on from there, mastering all the iPhone interface elements that you've come to know and love, such as buttons, switches, pickers, toolbars, sliders, etc.

You'll master a variety of design patterns, from the simplest single view to complex hierarchical drill-downs. You'll master the art of table-building and learn how to save your data using the iPhone file system. You'll also learn how to save and retrieve your data using SQLite, iPhone's built-in database management system.

You'll learn how to draw using Quartz 2D and OpenGL ES. You'll add multi-touch gesture support (pinches and swipes) to your applications, and work with the Camera, photo library, and Accelerometer. You'll master application preferences, learn how to localize your apps into other languages, and so much more.

Apple's iPhone SDK, this book, and your imagination are all you'll need to start building your very own best-selling iPhone applications.

The Windows Phone 7 platform, now recently updated, provides a remarkable opportunity for Windows developers to create state-of-the-art mobile applications using their existing skills and a familiar toolset. Pro Windows Phone 7 Development, Second Edition helps you unlock the potential of this platform and create dazzling, visually rich, and highly functional applications for the Windows Phone Marketplace--including using new features like copy-and-paste and API improvements in the NoDo and Mango update waves. For developers new to the Windows Phone platform--whether .NET, iPhone, or Android developers--this book starts by introducing the features and specifications of the Windows Phone series, and then leads you through the complete application development process. You'll learn how to use Microsoft technologies like Silverlight, .NET, the XNA Framework, Visual Studio, and Expression Blend effectively, how to take advantage of the device's sensors with the location service, accelerometer, and touch, how to make your apps location-aware using GPS data, how to utilize the rich media capabilities of the Windows Phone series, and much more.Finally, you'll receive a full tutorial on how to publish and sell your application through the Windows Phone Marketplace. And in this second edition, learn quickly and easily how to take advantage of new API capabilities and HTML5 support right in your browser. What you'll learn * The specifications and capabilities of the Windows Phone series and how to harness that power in your applications * To understand its relationship to Silverlight, .NET, the XNA Framework, Visual Studio, and Expression Blend and how to use those tools most effectively to develop Windows Phone apps * How to develop applications that take advantage of the available sensors, such as location service, accelerometer, and touch gestures * How to develop rich media applications that harness the graphics capabilities of Windows Phone models * The correct way to design and develop Windows Phone 7 applications utilizing the Model-View-ViewModel architecture * The process of publishing your application to the Windows Phone Marketplace Who this book is for If you're a .NET developer, this book is primarily for you--you're eager to learn how to use your existing skills to develop for the new Windows Phone 7 platform.If you're an iOS or Android developer, this is an ideal guide for you to learn how to expand the market for your existing applications. This does assume some knowledge of C#, managed code in general, and a basic level of familiarity with Visual Studio. And if you're a proficient Windows Phone 7 developer, get up to speed quickly with the new API endpoints and HTML5 browser support in the Mango update. Software developers proficient in other languages will also find this book helpful to get up to speed with developing Silverlight- and .NET-based Windows Phone applications. Table of Contents * Introduction to Windows Phone and Marketplace * User Interface Development * Handling Input on Windows Phone * Windows Phone Data Persistence and Networking Programming Model * Integrating with the Windows Phone Platform * Windows Phone Advanced UI Development * Advanced MVVM, Services, and App Connect * XNA Framework for Games and Applications * Advanced XNA Framework Development * Building Top-Rated Applications for Windows Phone

With Windows Phone 7, Microsofthas created a completely new smartphone operating systemthat focuses on allowing users to be productive with their smartphonein new ways, whileoffering seamless integration and use of Microsoft Office Mobileas well asother productivity apps available in the Microsoft App Store. Windows Phone 7 Made Simpleoffers a clear, visual, step-by-step approach to using your Windows Phone 7 smartphone, no matter what the manufacturer. Author Jon Westfall is anexpertin mobile devices, recognized by Microsoft as a "Most Valuable Professional"with experience teaching both businesses and consumers. This book will get you started with the basics and then teach you tricks and shortcuts that will save you time and help you maximize your productivity. What you'll learn How to set up your Windows Phone 7 Understand the features that set Windows Phone 7 apart from others, such as Live Tiles Explore and download apps from the Windows Phone 7 App Store Navigate and use Windows Office Mobile on your Windows Phone 7 Migrate files to/from your smartphone and your desktop Connect your Windows Phone 7 to your desktop using Microsoft's Zune software Who this book is for

This book is for new users of the Windows Phone 7 smartphone, as well as those upgrading from other smartphones. Table of Contents Setting Up Your Windows Phone Making Phone Calls Setting Up Accounts Using Email Setting Up and Using Facebook and Twitter Customizing Your Phone Setting Up Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Managing and Securing Your Phone Searching Your Phone and Using Speech Connecting With People: Using the People Live Tile Setting Alarms and Reminders Using and Customizing the Calendar Using Text Messaging Surfing the Web with Internet Explorer Taking Pictures and Putting Them Online Using Windows Live Services Using Microsoft OneNote Mobile Using Microsoft Office Word Mobile Using Microsoft Office Excel Mobile Using Microsoft PowerPoint Mobile Connecting to SharePoint Using Maps Connecting to the Zune Software Using Your Phone with Xbox LIVE Exploring the Marketplace Updating Your Phone Resources to Explore

Mobile telephony has arrived on the scene.According to statistics of the International Telecommunications Union, in the mid-1990s, less than one person in 20 had a mobile telephone; as of 2003, this had risen to on p- son in five.In the mid-1990s, the GSM system was just being commerci- ized, there were serious coverage and interoperability issues that were not yet sorted out and handsets were only beginning to be something that did not require a car to transport them.In the mid-1990s, if a teen owned a mobile telephone it was likely an indicator of an over-pampered rich kid rather than today's sense that it is a more or less essential part of a teen's everyday identity kit. Hence, in less than a decade, this device has established itself tech- cally, commercially, socially and in the imagination of the people.It has changed the way we think about communication, coordination and safety and it has changed the way we behave in the public sphere. The mobile telephone has become an element in our sense of public and private space and in the development of our social and psychological personas.It has become an arena wherein the language is being played with, morphed and extended.Finally, it is reaching out into ever-new areas of commerce and interaction. All of this is, of course, interesting to social scientists.As brought out by Woolgar later, this is, in some ways, a type of experiment writ large that has engendered serious insight into the functioning of the social group and the individual in soc

Wait--you took that amazing picture? Taking a photo is as simple as point and click. Taking a good photo takes a bit more know-how, and Android Smartphone Photography For Dummies is your quick-and-easy guide. No matter what model of Android phone you have, this book teaches you to produce high-quality images using the powerhouse camera you carry in your pocket every day. You'll learn the photography techniques pros use, like how to recognize beautiful outdoor lightning, how to capture moving subjects, and how to make stuff look good. Whatever kind of photos you want to take, this book will help you identify the gear and the apps you need for stunning results. With Dummies as your friendly instructor, you'll be wowing your friends and family before you know it. Explore your phone's camera, including little-known advanced features that will make a big difference in your images Figure out how to edit your pictures, correct lighting imbalances, apply neat filters, remove blemishes, and more Learn the basic principles of photography and apply your knowledge to outdoor photography, action shots, and still life Plus: capture video, organize your images, share photos online, choose a phone tripod, and protect your camera from the elements Dummies makes it easy for Android users of all skill levels to morph into masterful image-makers.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Get the most out of your iPhone by learning how to use all of its powerful capabilities Filled with tips, tricks, and shortcuts, this book shows you how to set up your iPhone, make calls, manage voicemail, and load contacts. But that's just the beginning. You'll also learn how to send and receive email, look up turn-by-turn directions, listen to music, plan your week, play videos, and so much more. Plus, you'll find out how to install third-party applications and even use your iPhone with different carriers. Now that you've got the hottest handheld on the market, take it to the limit with help from this hands-on guide. Activate your iPhone and modify settings Sync your data to your iPhone Organize contacts, make calls, and use voicemail Load and play music, podcasts, videos, and TV shows Send, receive, and manage email and SMS messages Browse the Internet with Safari Manage and sync appointments with the calendar Take pictures and view photos Navigate using Google Maps Get weather forecasts, YouTube videos, and stock information instantly Troubleshoot and maintain your iPhone Hack your iPhone to install third-party applications Unlock your iPhone for use with different carriers

You're a proud owner of the bestselling smartphone in the world. Now learn how to make use of all of the Curve's features with this easy-to-read guide from two of the best BlackBerry trainers in the business. BlackBerry Curve Made Simple teaches you how to get the most out of your BlackBerry Curve 8500 series smartphone. You'll explore all of the features and uncover time-saving techniques-from emailing and scheduling to GPS mapping and using apps-all through easy-to-read instructions and detailed visuals. Written by two successful BlackBerry trainers and authors, this is simply the most comprehensive and clear guidebook to the BlackBerry Curve 8500 series smartphones available.What you'll learn* Sync your Curve with a PC or Mac* Master the keyboard and trackpad navigation* Everything email: setup, basics, and pro techniques* Text messaging: SMS, PIN, and more* Set up a three-way conference call* Get work done: Manage your calendar, contact list, and memopad* Understand connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth* Have fun with music, photos, and videos* Explore the BlackBerry App World and utilize apps* Use GPS and mapping to get aroundWho this book is for This book is for those who want to get the most out of the BlackBerry Curve 8500 series devices. It is perfect for beginners but will also teach advanced users new techniques and shortcuts.Table of Contents* Email Setup & Basics* Windows PC Setup* Windows PC Basics* Apple Mac Setup* Apple Mac Basics* Typing, Spelling & Help* Save Time with AutoText* Personalize your BlackBerry* Sounds: Ring & Vibrate* Phone & Voice Dialing* Advanced Phone* Email Like a Pro* Advanced Email Topics* Your Contact List* Manage Your Calendar* Get Tasks Done* MemoPad: Sticky Notes* SMS Text & MMS Messaging* Even More Messaging* Add Memory (Media Card)* Your Music Player* Snapping Pictures* Fun with Videos* Connect with Wi-Fi* BlackBerry App World* Connect with Bluetooth* Connect as Tethered Modem* Web Browser* Add or Remove Apps* Traveling (Maps & More)* Other Applications* Searching for Lost Stuff* Secure Your Data* Fixing Problems* Video Training

An extensive introduction to the engineering and manufacture of current and next-generation flat panel displays This book provides a broad overview of the manufacturing of flat panel displays, with a particular emphasis on the display systems at the forefront of the current mobile device revolution. It is structured to cover a broad spectrum of topics within the unifying theme of display systems manufacturing. An important theme of this book is treating displays as systems, which expands the scope beyond the technologies and manufacturing of traditional display panels (LCD and OLED) to also include key components for mobile device applications, such as flexible OLED, thin LCD backlights, as well as the manufacturing of display module assemblies. Flat Panel Display Manufacturing fills an important gap in the current book literature describing the state of the art in display manufacturing for today's displays, and looks to create a reference the development of next generation displays. The editorial team brings a broad and deep perspective on flat panel display manufacturing, with a global view spanning decades of experience at leading institutions in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the USA, and including direct pioneering contributions to the development of displays. The book includes a total of 24 chapters contributed by experts at leading manufacturing institutions from the global FPD industry in Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Germany, Israel, and USA. Provides an overview of the evolution of display technologies and manufacturing Treats display products as systems with manifold applications, expanding the scope beyond traditional display panel manufacturing to key components for mobile devices and TV applications Provides a detailed overview of LCD manufacturing, including panel architectures, process flows, and module manufacturing Provides a detailed overview of OLED manufacturing for both mobile and TV applications, including a chapter dedicated to the young field of flexible OLED manufacturing Provides a detailed overview of the key unit processes and corresponding manufacturing equipment, including manufacturing test & repair of TFT array panels as well as display module inspection & repair Introduces key topics in display manufacturing science and engineering, including productivity & quality, factory architectures, and green manufacturing Flat Panel Display Manufacturing will appeal to professionals and engineers in R&D departments for display-related technology development, as well as to graduates and Ph.D. students specializing in LCD/OLED/other flat panel displays.

The secret history of the invention that changed everything and became the most profitable product in the world. Odds are that as you read this, an iPhone is within reach. But before Steve Jobs introduced us to 'the one device', as he called it, a mobile phone was merely what you used to make calls on the go. How did the iPhone transform our world and turn Apple into the most valuable company ever? Veteran technology journalist Brian Merchant reveals the inside story you won't hear from Cupertino - based on his exclusive interviews with the engineers, inventors and developers who guided every stage of the iPhone's creation. This deep dive takes you from inside 1 Infinite Loop to nineteenth-century France to WWII America, from the driest place on earth to a Kenyan pit of toxic e-waste, and even deep inside Shenzhen's notorious 'suicide factories'. It's a first-hand look at how the cutting-edge tech that makes the world work - touch screens, motion trackers and even AI - made its way into our pockets. The One Device is a road map for design and engineering genius, an anthropology of the modern age and an unprecedented view into one of the most secretive companies in history. This is the untold account, ten years in the making, of the device that changed everything.

Interested in iPhone and iPad apps development? Want to learn more? Whether you are a relative newcomer to iPhone and iPad or iOS development or an old hand looking to expand your horizons, we have the perfect Swift-flavored book for you. The update to the bestselling More iPhone Development by Dave Mark and Jeff LaMarche, More iPhone Development with Swift digs deeper into the new Apple Swift programming language and iOS 8 SDK, explaining complex concepts and techniques in the same friendly, easy-to-follow style you've come to expect. More iPhone Development with Swift covers topics like Swift, Core Data, peer-to-peer networking using Multipeer Connectivity, working with data from the web, MapKit, in-application e-mail, Camera Live-Previews integration, Barcode scanning, Face recognition and more. All the concepts and APIs are clearly presented with code snippets you can customize and use, as you like, in your own apps. You'll journey through coverage of concurrent programming and some advanced techniques for debugging your applications.

There is a growing body of interesting research exploring the social shaping of mobile phones, covering a wide range of topics, from new forms of communication, to the changes in time organization, the uses of public places, the display of emotions and the formation and sustaining of communities. This book evaluates the launch and adoption of mobile phones, drawing out lessons for the future. In particular, it explores how social scientists can collaborate with designers and engineers in the development of new devices and uses. It will interest people from both industry and academia. Those working in the mobile communications industry in strategy, design and marketing will find this book of particular interest. In academia, undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as researchers in a wide range of social science fields will find it a useful reference: sociologists, economists, psychologists in areas such as Science and Technology studies; Cultural studies and New Media studies.

Das diesem Ubungsbuch zugrunde liegende zweibandige Lehrbuch zur Mikrorechner-Technik bietet eine leichtverstandliche Einfuhrung in den Aufbau und die Funktionsweise von Mikrorechnern, d.h. von universell einsetzbaren und programmierbaren Digitalrechnern, die als Kern einen oder mehrere Mikroprozessoren enthalten.

Im vorliegenden Ubungsband werden uber 100 Aufgaben (mit ausfuhrlichen Losungen) unterschiedlichen Schwierigkeitsgrades, vielfaltige Multiple-Choice-Tests und Erganzungsfragen zu allen Bereichen der Architektur und der hardwarenahen Programmierung von universellen Mikroprozessoren und Digitalen Signalprozessoren sowie den zentralen Komponenten von Mikrorechnern und Mikrocontrollern geboten. "

Das 19. Fachgespr ch Autonome Mobile Systeme (AMS 2005) ist ein Forum, das Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftlern aus Forschung und Industrie, die auf dem Gebiet der autonomen mobilen Systeme arbeiten, eine Basis f r den Gedakenaustausch bietet und wissenschfltiche Diskussionen sowie Kooperationen auf diesem Forschungsgebiet f rdert bzw. initiiert. Ausgew hlte Beitr ge zu den Themen Kooperative Systeme, Bildverarbeitung, Lokalisierung und Kartographierung, Outdoor-Systeme, Fahrerassistenzsysteme, Kognitive Sensordatenverarbeitung, Architekturen und Anwendungen sowie Steuerung und Navigation bilden den Inhalt dieses Bandes.

Location, location-awareness, and location data have all become familiar and increasingly significant parts of our everyday mobile-mediated experiences. Cultural Economies of Locative Media examines the ways in which location-based services, such as GPS-enabled mobile smartphones, are socially, culturally, economically, and politically produced just as much as they are technically designed and manufactured. Rowan Wilken explores the complex interrelationships that mutually define new business models and the economic factors that emerge around, and structure, locative media services. Further, he offers readers insight into the diverse social uses, cultures of consumption, and policy implications of location, providing a detailed, critical account of contemporary location-sensitive mobile data. Cultural Economies of Locative Media delves into the ideas, technologies, contexts, and power relationships that define this scholarship, resulting in a rich portrait of locative media in all of its cultural and economic complexity.

Das 18. Fachgesprach "Autonome Mobile Systeme (AMS 2003)" ist ein Forum, in dem die neuesten Entwicklungen auf dem Gebiet wissenschaftlicher und industrieller autonomer Robotersysteme vorgestellt werden. Die Beitrage zu den Schwerpunkten Autonome Systeme im Strassenverkehr, Autonome und kooperative Systeme, Industrielle Systeme, Flug- und Unterwassersysteme, Bildverarbeitung, Planungsverfahren, Anwendungen und ihr Einsatz in Fertigung, Service, Reinigung, Entertainment, Infotainment und Edutainment, sowie Verhaltensbasierte KI u.a. bilden den Inhalt dieses Bandes. "

Endlich ein deutschsprachiges Handbuch uber automatische Testverfahren fur Software. Die Autoren vermitteln praxisbezogen Handhabung, Werkzeuge, Effektivitat und Leistungsmerkmale der Verfahren. Im Mittelpunkt steht dabei die Qualitatssicherung sowohl beim Test-Design und bei den Testwerkzeugen als auch bei der Dokumentation der Ergebnisse. Die CD-ROM enthalt umfangreiche PDF-Dokumente zu automatischen Testverfahren, speziell zu ATLM (Automated Test Life-Cycle Methodology). Ein Buch, das den Praktiker Schritt fur Schritt durch den Test-Prozess fuhrt - von der Planung und Implementierung uber das Management bis zum Report.

Die stetige Weiterentwicklung von Methoden und Konzepten der Sensorfusion, der kunstlichen und verteilten kunstlichen Intelligenz sowie die Innovationen auf dem Gebiet der Sensorik und Aktorik und die kontinuierlich zunehmende Performanz und Miniaturisierung der Rechnersysteme fuhren zu immer neuen Einsatzfeldern autonomer mobiler Systeme. Daher werden solche Systeme nicht nur in den mittlerweile traditionellen Bereichen wie Konstruktion, Fertigung, Logistik, Service und Behindertenunterstutzung eingesetzt, sondern auch in relativ neuen Bereichen, beispielsweise auf dem Gebiet der autonomen Fahrzeuge oder der autonomen Spielzeuge.
Ziel dieser Fachgesprache ist, Wissenschaftlern aus Forschung und Industrie, die auf dem Gebiet der autonomen mobilen Systeme arbeiten, eine Basis fur den Gedanken- und Ideenaustausch zu bieten und wissenschaftliche Diskussionen sowie Kooperationen auf diesem Forschungsgebiet zu fordern."

Congratulationsyou've purchased the new iPhone 4S, the coolest smartphone on the market. Now it's time to learn how to take advantage of the new iOS 5 and all its features, apps, and secret techniques available. To accomplish this, look no further than iPhone 4S Made Simple. More than 1,000 screen visuals and clear-cut instructions guide you through both basic and advanced features of the iPhone 4S, from email and calendar tips to navigating the App Store and understanding Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks. What you'll learn Use copy/paste, spotlight search, and voice memos Support for both Windows and Mac users Use music, videos, photos and voice notes Detailed iTunes instructions Sync playlists, videos, contacts, calendar, and notes Fast email, phone, calendar, and browser tips Create your own ringtones and wallpapers Use Google Maps to find just about anything Navigate the App Store for games, productivity apps, and more Understand Bluetooth and Wi-Fi network setup & security Install and remove software icons Use you phone internationally and save money when traveling overseas Save your battery life by understanding the network settings All the best tips and tricks for the touch screen Who this book is for

This book is for anyone who has or is considering an iPhone, whether it's the new iPhone4S or earlier iPhone running the new iOS 5. Table of Contents Getting Started Typing Tips, Copy/Paste and Search Sync Your iPhone with iTunes Other Sync Methods Wi-Fi and 3/4G Connectivity Bluetooth on the iPhone4S Organize Your iPhone: Icons and Folders Multitasking and Voice Control Personalize and Secure Your iPhone Using Your iPhone as a Phone SMS and MMS Messaging FaceTime Video Messaging and Skype Playing Music iBooks and E-Books New Media: Reading Newspapers, Magazines, and More Viewing Videos, TV Shows, and More Surfing the Web with Safari Email on Your iPhone Working with Contacts Your Calendar iPhone Photography Maps Eliminate Your Paper Notes Utilities: Clock, Calculator, Compass, and Weather iTunes on Your iPhone4S The Amazing App Store Games and Fun Social Networking Troubleshooting Your iTunes User Guide

One look at the App Store will show you just how hot iPhone games have become. Games make upmore than25 percent of all apps, andmore than70 percent of the apps in the App Store's Most Popular category. Surprised? Of course not We've all filled our iPhones with games, and many of us hope to develop the next bestseller.

This book is a collection of must-know information from master independent iPhone game developers. In it, you'll discover how some of the most innovative and creative game developers have made it to the pinnacle of game design and profitability. This book is loaded with practical tips for efficient development, and for creating compelling, addictive gaming experiences. And it's not all talk It's supported with code examples that you can download and use to realize your own great ideas.

This book's authors are responsible for some of the all-time most popular and talked-about games: Brian Greenstone developed Enigmo and Cro-Mag Rally. Aaron Fothergill developed Flick Fishing. Mike Lee developed Tap Tap Revolution, the most downloaded game in App Store history. Mike Kasprzak 's Smiles was a finalist in the IGF 2009 Best Mobile Game competition. PJ Cabrera, Richard Zito, and Matthew Aitken (Quick Draw, Pole2Pole); J oachim Bondo (Deep Green); and Olivier Hennessy and Clayton Kane (Apache Lander) have received glowing reviews and accolades for their games.

Pair iPhone Games Projects with Apress's best-selling Beginning iPhone Development: Exploring the iPhone SDK, and you'll have everything you need to create the next game to top the sales charts. What you'll learn How to optimize games using iPhone SDK tools such as Instruments and Shark, and how to optimize your graphics and sound files for the best performance Insight into the art and craft of game design How to implement social networking in your game with RESTful web services Tips on rapid game development with C on iPhone How to increase your market by developing games that run on iPhone, Mac OS X, Linux, and Windows How to create multi-player iPhone games Who this book is for

All iPhone game developers, and anyone with an iPhone who wants to learn how games are made. Table of Contents Simplify the User Interface for Complex Games: Chess, the Deep Green Way Responsive Social Gaming with RESTful Web Services Rapid Game Development Using (Mostly) Standard C Brian Greenstone's Jedi Master List for Game Optimization Starting with a Game Design Document: A Methodology for Success Multiplatform Game Development: iPhone Games for Linux and Windows Code Optimization with Mike Lee, the World's Toughest Programmer Networked Games: Choosing the Right Option

Dieses Buch enthalt die Beitrage der 5. GI/ITG-Fachtagung uber Messung, Modellierung und Bewertung von Rechensystemen und Netzen, die im September 1989 in Braunschweig veranstaltet wurde. Inhalt dieser wichtigsten deutschen Tagung auf diesem Gebiet war der Austausch neuer Ideen und Erfahrungen bei der quantitativen Untersuchung von Rechensystemen und Netzen. Dabei wurde einerseits das volle methodische Spektrum - Messinstrumentierung/Messung - Modellbildung/simulative und mathematische Modellanalyse - Bewertung und Synthese in leistungsorientierter bzw. leistungs-/ zuverlassigkeitsorientierter Sicht abgedeckt sowie andererseits uber praktische Erfahrungen beim Einsatz dieser Methoden und Techniken bei Entwurf, Implementierung/Installierung und Betrieb einzelner und vernetzter Rechensysteme berichtet. Die Beitrage behandeln Methoden und Techniken der Beschreibung und Untersuchung von Systemen hinsichtlich ihrer Leistungsfahigkeit und Zuverlassigkeit, (Hard- und Software-) Mess- und Monitorsysteme, Charakterisierung von Systembelastungen, Erstellung und simulative mathematische/hybride Analyse von Systemmodellen sowie Erfahrungen bei der Bewertung und Optimierung von Rechensystemen und Netzen."

Seit 1986 trifft sich in Mannheim jahrlich auf Einladung des Vereins zur wissenschaftlichen Weiterbildung der Universitat Mannheim e.V. die deutschsprachige Supercomputergemeinde - Anwender, Betreiber, Hersteller - zu einem fruchtbaren Dialog und Erfahrungsaustausch. In dem diesjahrigen Seminar "Supercomputer - Anwendungen, Architekturen und Trends" werden die neuesten Entwicklungen dieses stark innovativen Gebiets unter einem sehr anwendungsbezogenen, praktischen Aspekt aufgearbeitet. Experten aus dem Inland sowie den nach wie vor fuhrenden Landern USA und Japan konnten auch bei dieser zum vierten Mal stattfindenden Veranstaltung zu Prasentationen gewonnen werden. Alle Beitrage zum Seminar sind in diesem Band enthalten. Insbesondere befassen sie sich mit folgenden Schwerpunkten: - Visualisierung/Mensch-Maschine-Schnittstelle - Architekturen - Parallel versus vector processing - Innovative Anwendungen."

Written by the pioneers of Flash-OFDM, arguably the first commercially developed OFDMA-based mobile broadband system in the world, this book teaches OFDMA from first principles, enabling readers to understand mobile broadband as a whole. The book examines the key requirements for data-centric mobile; how OFDMA fits well with data networks; why mobile broadband needs to be IP-based; and how to bridge communications theory to real-world air interface design and make a good system choice between performance and complexity. It also explores the future of wireless technologies beyond conventional cellular architecture. One of the key challenges faced by newcomers to this field is how to apply the wireless communications theory and principles to the real world and how to understand sophisticated commercial systems such as LTE. The authors use their firsthand experience to help graduate students, researchers and professionals working on 4G to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

The cheap mobile phone is arguably the most significant personal communications device in history. In India, where caste hierarchy has reinforced power for generations, the disruptive potential of the mobile phone is even more striking than elsewhere. In 2001, India had 35 million telephones, only four million of them mobiles. Ten years later, it had more than 800 million phone subscribers; more than 95 per cent were mobile phones. In a decade, communications in India have been transformed by a device that can be shared by fisherfolk in Kerala, boatmen in Banaras, great capitalists in Mumbai and power-wielding politicians and bureaucrats in New Delhi. Village councils banned unmarried girls from having mobile phones. Families debated whether new brides should surrender them. Cheap mobile phones became photo albums, music machines and radios. Religious images and uplifting messages flooded tens of millions of phones each day. Pornographers and criminals found a tantalising new tool. In politics, organisations with cadres of true believers exploited a resource infinitely more effective than telegrams, postcards and the printing press for carrying messages to workers, followers and voters. Jeffrey and Doron focus on three groups - controllers: the bureaucrats, politicians and capitalists who wrestle over control of radio frequency spectrum; servants: the marketers, agents, technicians, tower-builders, repairers and second-hand dealers who carry mobile phones to the masses; and users: the politicians, activists, businesses and households that adapt the mobile phone to their needs. The book probes the whole universe of the mobile phone - from the contests of great capitalists and governments to control radio frequency spectrum, to the ways ordinary people build the troublesome and addictive device into their daily lives.