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January 2009
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Microsoft SQL server 2008 : a beginner's guide, by Dusan Petkovic."Completely revised from the ground up, the new edition of this popular beginner's guide covers the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server. You will get a rigorous introduction to all of the new and improved features, including the administration, development, and Business Intelligence tools. This is the ideal resource for serious database novices, or anyone upgrading from the previous version of the software." (Amazon)
Learn to Tango with D, by Kris Macleod Bell ... [et al.]. (2007)
"In recent years, much work has been put into creating programming languages that embody a blend of many of the most admired characteristics of their predecessors. One such language is D, which provides developers with the speed of languages such as C and C++ combined with the power and flexibility of languages such as Ruby and Python. Learn to Tango with D introduces you to the powerful D language, with special attention given to the Tango software library. A concise yet thorough overview of the language's syntax and features is presented, followed by an introduction to Tango, the popular general-purpose library you'll find invaluable when building your D applications." (Amazon)
Sams teach yourself Adobe Creative Suite 3 all in one, by Mordy Golding, John Ray. (2008)
"In just a short time you can learn how to use all the components of Adobe Creative Suite 3 (Design Premium Edition) to design, create, and edit graphics, publications, and web pages of all kinds–everything from simple brochures to entire integrated ad campaigns. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson in this book builds on the previous ones, enabling you to learn the essentials of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, Acrobat, and Bridge from the ground up." (Amazon)
Internet : visual quick tips, by Kate Shoup. (2008)
"Would you like to browse the Web incognito, boost your system's performance, get more out of Google, and enjoy all the cool ways to social network? Then this Visual Quick Tips book is for you. This book will increase your productivity by providing you with shortcuts, tricks, and tips to help you work smarter and faster." (Amazon)
The rough guide to the iPhone, by Peter Buckley.
"The ultimate updated companion to the second-generation 3G iPhone. This slick pocket-sized Rough Guide unlocks the myriad secrets of this extraordinary device from powering up the first time to sending pictures as email attachments and loading your phone with DVDs and vinyl. Understand all the latest tips and tricks with new content on customising your home screen, viewing on-screen lyrics, sending SMS messages to multiple recipients and watching iTunes movie rentals. The Rough Guide to iPhone includes up-to-the-minute information on using the iPhone at home including hooking up to your home wireless network and using it as a remote control for iTunes, TV and more. Discover what's hot in the world of iPhone accessories with fresh information on web-based applications including creating web clips of your favourite websites and iPhone Maps to help you save time on the move." (Amazon)
Web Design Index. 8, compiled & edited by Günter Beer.
"Presents a collection of images of Web sites that have received recognition for innovative design." (Amazon)
Beginning Joomla! : from novice to professional, by Dan Rahmel.
SEO : search engine optimization bible, by Jerri L. Ledford.
Here comes everybody : the power of organisation without organisations, by Clay Shirky.
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PC World "How Much Ink Is Left in That Cartridge?"Jan2009, Vol. 27 Issue 1, p16-18, 3p.
An Annual Gamble on What Gadgets We'll Love: New York Times review of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (January 2009)
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