by Deepak Pareek

AUERBACH | 2006-11-29 | ISBN: 0849387922 | 312 pages | PDF | 3,4 Mb

In the quest to gain more efficiency and manage or reduce costs, organizations are looking to business intelligence (BI). Business intelligence helps companies stay ahead of the competition by providing the means for quicker, more accurate, and more informed decision making. Business intelligence solutions optimize processes and resources, improve proactive decision making, and maximize profits. Bringing together market research reports, business analyst briefings, and technology references into one comprehensive volume, Business Intelligence for Telecommunications bridges the gap between business and technology. While specifically examining the telecommunications sector, this book guides users through developing, administering, and understanding BI technology. It identifies the benefits, applications, and solutions of business intelligence and discusses critical challenges for success. This book provides clear, in-depth explanations of the business value of new, cutting-edge technologies, along with an introduction to relevant technology. Presenting a range of topics for consultants, researchers, and students, Business Intelligence for Telecommunications explores techno-business aspect of business intelligence and the impact on developments within the telecommunications industry.

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by Eliahu Zaarur, and Phinik Reuven

Master quantum mechanics with Schaum's­­the high-performance study guide. It will help you cut study time, hone problem-solving skills, and achieve your personal best on exams!

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Schaum's Outlines give you the information your teachers expect you to know in a handy and succinct format­­without overwhelming you with unnecessary details. You get a complete overview of the subject. Plus, you get plenty of practice exercises to test your skill. Compatible with any classroom text, Schaum's let you study at your own pace and reminds you of all the important facts you need to remember­­fast! And Schaum's are so complete, they're perfect for preparing for graduate or professional exams.

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• Solved problems covering every topic in introductory quantum mechanics courses, with step-by-step solutions
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• Two chapters on solution methods in quantum mechanics
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If you want top grades and thorough understanding of quantum mechanics, this powerful study tool is the best tutor you can have!

Chapters include:

• Introduction
• Mathematical Background
• The Schrodinger Equation & Its Applications
• The Foundations of Quantum Mechanics
• Harmonic Oscillator
• Angular Momentum
• Spin
• Hydrogen-Like Atoms
• Particle Motion in an Electromagnetic Field
• Solution Methods in Quantum Mechanics - Part A
• Solution Methods in Quantum Mechanics - Part B
• Numerical Methods in Quantum Mechanics
• Identical Particles
• Addition of Angular Momenta
• Scattering Theory
• Semi-Classical Treatment of Radiation
• Mathematical Appendix

Focusing on grid computing and asynchronism, Parallel Iterative Algorithms explores the theoretical and practical aspects of parallel numerical algorithms. Each chapter contains a theoretical discussion of the topic, an algorithmic section that fully details implementation examples and specific algorithms, and an evaluation of the advantages and drawbacks of the algorithms. Several exercises also appear at the end of most chapters. The first two chapters introduce the general features of sequential iterative algorithms and their applications to numerical problems. The book then describes different kinds of parallel systems and parallel iterative algorithms. It goes on to address both linear and nonlinear parallel synchronous and asynchronous iterative algorithms for numerical computation, with an emphasis on the multisplitting approach. The final chapter discusses the features required for efficient implementation of asynchronous iterative algorithms. Providing the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to design and implement efficient parallel iterative algorithms, this book illustrates how to apply these algorithms to solve linear and nonlinear numerical problems in parallel environments, including local, distant, homogeneous, and heterogeneous clusters.

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Here, leading scientists present an overview of the most modern experimental and theoretical methods for studying electronic correlations on surfaces, in thin films and in nanostructures. In particular, they describe in detail coincidence techniques for studying many-particle correlations while
critically examining the informational content of such processes from a theoretical point viewpoint. Furthermore, the book considers the current state of incorporating many-body effects into theoretical approaches.

Covered topics:
-Auger-electron photoelectron coincidence experiments and theories
-Correlated electron emission from atoms, fullerens, clusters, metals and wide-band gap materials
-Ion coincidence spectroscopies and ion scattering theories from surfaces
-GW and dynamical mean-field approaches
-Many-body effects in electronic and optical response

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by Zbigniew Michalewicz and David B. Fogel

Any  person seeking a career in the sciences would do well to ponder this important contribution to the teacher's art.

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