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Scattered across the world, an elite team of code crackers is working tirelessly to thwart the defining cyber scourge of our time. You’ve probably never heard of them. But if you work for a school, a business, a hospital, or a municipal government, or simply cherish your digital data, you may be painfully familiar with the team’s sworn enemy: ransomware. Again and again, an unlikely band of misfits, mostly self-taught and often struggling to make ends meet, have outwitted the underworld of hackers who lock computer networks and demand huge payments in return for the keys.

Uno de los grandes clásicos de la narrativa de no ficción. El mejor libro sobre una de las historias más épicas del siglo XX. En diciembre de 1914, sir Ernest Shackleton y una tripulación de veintisiete hombres embarcaron en el Endurance rumbo al Polo Sur, con el objetivo de cruzar por tierra la Antártida, el último continente inexplorado. Un mes más tarde, el barco encallaba en el hielo del mar de Weddel sin poder tocar tierra, en las proximidades del Círculo Polar Antártico.

The author was drawn into the United States Army through ROTC, and he went through training to fly helicopters in combat over Vietnam. His experiences are notable because he flew both Huey “Slicks” and Huey “Gunships”: the former on defense as he flew troops into battle, and the latter on offense as he took the battle to the enemy. Through this book, the author relives his experiences flying and fighting, with special attention given to his and other pilots’ day-to-day lives.

How do today's most successful tech companies - Amazon, Google, Facebook, Netflix, Tesla - design, develop, and deploy the products that have earned the love of literally billions of people around the world? Perhaps surprisingly, they do it very differently from the vast majority of tech companies. In Inspired, technology product management thought leader Marty Cagan provides listeners with a master class in how to structure and staff a vibrant and successful product organization and how to discover and deliver technology products that your customers will love.

Are you training for your Private Pilot Certificate, refreshing your aviation knowledge, or preparing for a flight review? The Private Pilot License Audio Guide 2024-2025 is designed with you in mind! This comprehensive audio guide includes 917 questions and detailed answers across 13 chapters, covering all the essential knowledge you need for the FAA practical test. Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or multitasking, this guide makes it easy to study on the go and solidify your aviation skills.

Journeyman Electrician Exam Prep Mastery 2023-2024 is the ultimate study guide for anyone looking to pass their journeyman electrician exam. Whether you're a seasoned electrician looking to refresh your skills, or a new apprentice preparing for your first exam, this book has everything you need to succeed.

Beryl Markham, the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic from east to west, describes her childhood on a farm in Kenya, her apprenticeship as a horse trainer, and her later career as a pioneer aviator who piloted passengers and supplies in a small plane to remote corners of Africa.

Conquer the ASE A7 Exam: Your Guide to Heating & Air Conditioning is a comprehensive study guide designed to prepare automotive technicians for the ASE A7 certification exam. This guide covers all essential aspects of heating and air conditioning systems in vehicles, from the basic principles of HVAC operation to advanced diagnostic techniques. Each chapter delves into critical components such as compressors, evaporators, condensers, and refrigerants, providing detailed explanations of their functions and common issues. The guide also emphasizes the importance of proper refrigerant handling...

Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the best-selling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight: Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, and Jimmy Doolittle. These cleverly interwoven tales of their heart-stopping adventures take us from the feats of World War I through the heroism of World War II and beyond, including daring military raids and survival at sea, and will appeal to fans of Unbroken, The Greatest Generation, and Flyboys.

Leaders on projects should be the chief people officers (CPO) of their teams. This position does a less physical work and more mentoring of others doing the work. In fact, while most entry level positions execute work, senior leaders lead, organize, and build teams. This book is about building remarkable teams that build remarkable projects. To do this, you must have three key things: a multiplier leader, a strong team, and a strenuous performance target, goal, or milestone. With these three in place, any team can win! This book will help you become the team builder you were designed to be....

Conquer the ASE T1 Exam: Your Guide to Gasoline Engine Repair is a comprehensive resource designed to help technicians prepare for the ASE T1 certification exam, which focuses on gasoline engine diagnostics and repair in medium and heavy-duty trucks. The guide covers critical topics such as engine fundamentals, fuel systems, ignition systems, lubrication, cooling systems, and emissions control. Each chapter provides detailed explanations of how these systems work within gasoline-powered truck engines, alongside real-world troubleshooting techniques. The guide emphasizes diagnostic skills, ...

The emergence of his Moth in February 1925 marked the beginning of an important but neglected episode in British social history - the craze for flying which gripped a war-weary world for more than a decade. The most successful aircraft of its era, the Moth was the one in which people had the greatest adventures. And it was the Moth which showed that flying was safe, practical and, potentially, open to all.

Conquer the ASE S1 Exam: Your Concise Guide to School Bus Certification for Body Systems and Special Equipment is your ultimate resource for mastering the knowledge and skills needed to excel in school bus maintenance. Covering all aspects of the ASE S1 Exam, this guide provides in-depth explanations of safety and emergency equipment systems, body and interior maintenance, special equipment diagnosis and repair, and heating systems. The guide equips readers with the ability to inspect, diagnose, and repair critical components such as emergency exits, seatbelts, wheelchair lifts, and vehicle...

Domine el campo de la maquinaria industrial: Una guía completa para carreras como mecánicos de maquinaria, trabajadores de mantenimiento y millwrights es el recurso definitivo para quienes desean dominar las habilidades necesarias para destacar en esta industria dinámica y esencial. Esta guía profundiza en las funciones clave de los mecánicos de maquinaria, los trabajadores de mantenimiento y los millwrights, centrándose en el mantenimiento, la reparación y la optimización de equipos industriales. A través de explicaciones detalladas, los lectores adquieren conocimientos prácticos...

Imagine advancing your career and seizing new opportunities with your new CDL license. The Ultimate CDL Study Guide is a must-have resource for passing your CDL exam and becoming a certified heavy vehicle driver.

Conquer the ASE S2 Exam: Your Concise Guide to School Bus Certification for Diesel Engines is a resource designed to prepare technicians for the ASE S2 certification. This guide delves into the technical knowledge and hands-on skills required to excel in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel engines in school buses. It covers all key areas of the exam, including general engine diagnosis, fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems, and cooling and lubrication systems. Readers will explore diagnostic techniques to identify engine issues such as misfires, surging, and poor ...

This comprehensive guide is tailored to school bus technicians preparing to excel in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing drive train systems. Covering key topics like automatic transmission troubleshooting, drive shaft and universal joint repair, and differential servicing, this book equips you with the technical expertise and practical skills necessary to pass the exam and thrive in your career. The guide breaks down complex systems into manageable sections, with real-world examples and step-by-step instructions to deepen your understanding. Learn how to diagnose noise and vibration ...

Authored by Noel Benford, a seasoned Certified Flight Instructor from New York, this guide gives you the most common questions students have been asked during recent exams. Benford shares his extensive experience and insights giving you a significant advantage, ensuring your thoroughly prepared for the exam.

Mike Busch on Airplane Ownership is the much-awaited sequel to his previous books Manifesto and Engines. In this two-volume set, Busch distills his wisdom from his more than 50 years as an aircraft owner. He brings his refreshingly commonsense and often outside-the-box approach to every aspect of owning and operating a general aviation aircraft.

Did you ever want to start 3D printing but think it might be too difficult to learn? Do you feel that the subject matter is overly technical and possibly out of reach? Or do you believe that it would be just too complicated to even get started? We know the struggle very well and understand how you feel. In this book, we will help you to overcome all of these obstacles and more. Not only do we offer a brief history of how 3D printing came to be, we will help guide all prospective hobbyist on how to get started from scratch.