Quick Recipes on Symbian OS: Mastering C++ Smartphone Development
- Paperback: 382 pages
- Publisher: Wiley (August 25, 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0470997834
- ISBN-13: 978-0470997833
Description: Symbian OS continues to be the top operating system for smartphones across the world, with the number of Symbian OS phones sold now well beyond the 100 million mark. As more and more developers realize the huge opportunities available designing with Symbian OS, one of the first major obstacles they face is the sheer length of time it takes to start producing functional C++ applications for Symbian OS phones. “Quick Recipes on Symbian OS” provides easy-to-use recipes for mastering common development tasks. The book’s structured, time-focused approach to becoming familiar with the basics allows readers to get up and running quickly. Read more
Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks, 2nd Edition
- Paperback: 637 pages
- Publisher: O’Reilly Media, Inc.; 2 edition (November 16, 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0596008767
- ISBN-13: 978-0596008765
In an ideal world, an operating system would do its job in the background, while you did yours in the foreground. In reality, though, operating systems often get in the way, fouling up the process at the most inopportune times. And Windows XP is no exception. O’Reilly’s popular series for customizing and troubleshooting Windows once again comes to the rescue with Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks. Offering dozens of on-target tips, workarounds, and warnings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks allows users to improve their overall experience with the Windows XP operating system in every way possible. You’ll learn how to use the Registry Editor; how to customize the interface beyond Microsoft’s own intentions; and how to master Windows’ built-in networking capabilities, including advanced technologies such as Internet Connection sharing, Remote Desktop sharing, and virtual private networking. And now, with this updated edition, you can also expect detailed coverage of the newly released Service Pack 2 (SP2) technology. SP2 is designed to make your work with the Windows XP operating system even easier and safer by providing superior protection against viruses, hackers, and worms. Among the core SP2 components covered in Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks are Windows Firewall, Pop-up Blocker for Internet Explorer, and the new Windows Security Center. David Karp, veteran author of several titles in the Windows Annoyances series, is behind the wheel of this comprehensive guide, as well. Karp points out numerous SP2-related quirks and unaccountable behaviors that are guaranteed to increase your level of perplexity and frustration. By recognizing these shortcomings, Windows XP Annoyances for Geeks arms you with the knowledge to overcome them. Karp leaves no stone unturned in providing the ultimate resource for the ever-expanding Windows XP market. As a result, you’ll be able to seize complete control of the Windows XP operating system–instead of the other way around. Read more
Designing Web Animation
- Paperback: 310 pages
- Publisher: New Riders Pub (August 1996)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1562056476
- ISBN-13: 978-1562056476
Description: This is a thorough, fact-filled guide to creating Web animations. The beginning chapters serve as a primer for animation concepts such as cell and flip-book animation and techniques such as onion-skinning. But throughout the rest of the book, animators get advice on creating animated GIFs as well as Java, QuickTime, Shockwave, and server-push (CGI-based) animations. The authors discuss the pros and cons of each type of animation, and provide tips on using animation-creation software. You also get a solid discussion of Web-production issues such as file size and cross-platform compatibility, and of sound and special effects. This is a truly well-rounded approach, and beginning and experienced animators alike can learn much from the book. An included (hybrid) CD has trial versions of Macromedia Director 5 and Authorware, animation-creation utilities, and Shockwave plug-ins.