
These devices are the lifeline for companies large and small—and nobody knows this better than a hacker. Traditionally, security for mobile devices has held a low priority. Now, a certified ethical hacker explains in this book why this must change and how to change it. Packed with sobering examples of actual attacks, this unique resource shows you how to mount your counterattack
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Bluetooth for Java is not an overview of Bluetooth. In the book, Bruce Hopkins and Ranjith Antony describe how to develop wireless Java applications using Bluetooth for a variety of platforms. This includes an API overview of the Java library, development of Bluetooth-based services, highlights of security concerns, and walkthroughs for development with some of the different tools available.
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This first-of-its-kind book, from expert authors actively contributing to the evolution of Bluetooth specifications, provides an overview and detailed descriptions of all the security functions and features of this standard’s latest core release. After categorizing all the security issues involved in ad hoc networking, this hands-on volume shows you how to design a highly secure Bluetooth system and implement security enhancements.
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Android,
Android Application,
Android mobile,
Application Development,
mobile communication,
mobile development,
mobile map,
Mobile Phone,
Mobility,
network management,
programmers,
Programming

Beginning with an introduction to the Android software stack, the author examines the philosophy behind creating robust, consistent, and appealing applications for mobile phones. You’ll get the grounding and knowledge that is needed to write customized mobile applications using the current Android 1.0 SDK. Plus, you’ll also gain the flexibility to quickly adapt to future enhancements in order to build the most cutting-edge solutions.
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C Programming,
Cocoa,
Dashcode,
hybrid coding,
Interface Builder,
iPhone,
iPhone programming,
programmers,
Programming,
Programming Language,
programming tools,
SDK,
Web development,
Xcode

iPhone in Action is an in-depth introduction to both native and web programming for the iPhone. You’ll learn how to turn your web pages into compelling iPhone web apps using WebKit, iUI, and Canvas. The authors also take you step by step into more complex Objective-C programming. They help you master the iPhone SDK including its UI and features like accelerometers, GPS, the Address Book, SQLite, and many more. Using Apple’s standard tools like Dashcode, Xcode, and Interface Builder, you’ll learn how to best use both approaches: iPhone web and SDK programming. This book is intended as an introduction to its topics. Proficiency with C, Cocoa, or Objective-C is helpful but not required.
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Author and Embedded CE expert Samuel Phung encourages you to develop Windows Embedded CE 6.0 applications by adapting the skills you already have. You’ll learn to produce a new breed of intriguing embedded devices and you’ll come to understand ways in which the Windows Embedded CE environment is efficient, developer-friendly, and easy to master.
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“Finally, a book that bridges the gap between technical and marketing issues… a “must have” as a reference.” (Wireless For the Corporate User). From simple cordless phones to complex cellular systems–this accessible guide explores the entire range of today’s wireless technologies, economics, and services. The book compares and contrasts cellular and PCS technologies and standards… explains how cellular and PCS fit into the big picture of mobile communications… tiles financials analyses to technological strengths… and defines key industry terms and acronyms.
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This book reports the newest research and technical achievements on the following theme blocks: design of mobile map services and its constraints, typology and usability of mobile map services, visualization solutions on small displays for time-critical tasks, mobile map users, interaction and adaptation in mobile environments and applications of map-based mobile services. (more…)

GPS and INS hardware becoming ever smaller and less expensive, innovative opportunities for commercial navigation systems are everywhereNand continue to arise. Integrated GPS/INS systems have some real advantages, in terms of output rate, reliability, and accuracy. The Global Positioning System and Inertial Navigation is the first-ever reference to provide engineers and scientists with a detailed, top-to-bottom look at GPS and INS in a single volume.
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Understanding Digital Cinema: A Professional Handbook is a comprehensive resource on all aspects of finishing, distributing and displaying film digitally. For technical professionals as well as non-technical decision-makers, the book is a detailed exploration of every component of the process, from mastering to theater management.
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