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Prepare for Microsoft Exam MD-102 and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of the skills and knowledge required to deploy, manage, and protect modern endpoints at scale in Microsoft 365 environments. Designed for endpoint administrators, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified Associate level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Prepare infrastructure for devices Manage and maintain devices Manage applications Protect devices This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you have experience with Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365 technologies, including Intune, as well as strong skills and experience in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows client and non-Windows devices About the Exam Exam MD-102 focuses on the knowledge needed to prepare infrastructure for devices; enroll devices to Microsoft Intune; implement identity and compliance; deploy and upgrade Windows clients by using cloud-based tools; plan and implement device configuration profiles; plan remote actions on devices; manage applications; deploy and update apps; plan and implement app protection and app configuration policies; configure endpoint security; and manage device updates by using Intune. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam fulfills your requirements for the Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate credential, demonstrating your ability to implementing solutions for efficient deployment and management of endpoints on various operating systems, platforms, and device types; implement and manage endpoints at scale by using Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Intune Suite, Windows Autopilot, Microsoft Copilot for Security, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Windows 365; and implement identity, security, access, policies, updates, and apps for endpoints. See full details at: microsoft.com/learn

Learn to use pivot tables and pivot charts in Microsoft Excel to produce powerful, dynamic reports in minutes: take control of your data and your business! Even if you've never created a pivot table before, this book will help you leverage their flexibility and analytical power-and includes exploration of new array functions and Copilot capabilities in analysis creation. Drawing on more than 30 years of cutting-edge Excel experience, MVP Bill Jelen ("MrExcel") shares practical "recipes" for solving real business problems, expert insights for avoiding mistakes, and advanced tips and tricks you'll find nowhere else. By reading this book, you will: Master easy, powerful ways to create, customize, change, and control pivot tablesUse Copilot and Analyze Data features to create pivot tablesTransform huge datasets into clear summary reportsInstantly highlight your most profitable customers, products, or regionsPivot data with powerful dynamic arrays and Power QueryUse PIVOTBY and GROUPBY functions to create reports without needing to refreshBuild geographical pivot tables with 3D MapsConstruct and share state-of-the-art dynamic dashboardsRevamp analyses on the fly by dragging and dropping fi eldsBuild dynamic self-service reporting systemsShare your pivot tables with colleaguesCreate data mashups using the full Power Pivot capabilities in modern Excel versionsGenerate pivot tables using either VBA on the Desktop or Typescript in Excel Online or on the DesktopEmbrace GetPivotData for better looking reports and learn how to prevent it for quick reportingUnpivot source data so it's easier to use About This Book For everyone who wants to get more done with Microsoft Excel in less timeFor business and financial professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and others who need to efficiently manage and analyze data

Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam success with this Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning. CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification helps you prepare to succeed on the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam by directly addressing the exam's objectives as stated by CompTIA. Leading instructor Anthony Sequeira shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. This complete study package includes Complete coverage of the exam objectives and a test-preparation routine designed to help you pass the examsDo I Know This Already? quizzes, which enable you to decide how much time you need to spend on each sectionChapter-ending Key Topic tables, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughlyThe powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reportsAn online, interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on key terms by chapterA final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategiesStudy plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success. This study guide helps you master all the topics on the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam, deepening your knowledge of Networking Concepts: Open systems interconnection reference model; networking appliances, applications and functions; cloud concepts and connectivity options; networking ports, protocols, services, traffic types; transmission media and transceivers; network topologies, architectures, and types; IPv4 network addressing; modern network environmentsNetworking Implementation: Routing technologies, switching technologies and features, wireless devices, physical installationsNetwork Operations: Organizational processes, network monitoring technologies, disaster recovery (DR) concepts, IPv4 and IPv6 network services, network access and management methodsNetwork Security: Basic network security concepts, types of attacks and their impact on the network, network security features, defense techniques and solutionsNetwork Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting methodology, common cabling and physical interface issues, troubleshooting common issues with network services, troubleshooting common performance issues, solving networking issues

Trust the best-selling Official Cert Guide series from Cisco Press to help you learn, prepare, and practice for the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support 100-140 exam. Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support 100-140 Official Cert Guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success and is the only self-study resource approved by Cisco. Leading Cisco technology instructors Mark Smith, David Bayne, and John Pickard provide preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. This complete study package includes A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exam Do I Know This Already? quizzes, which allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section Exam Topic lists that make referencing easy Chapter-ending exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly The powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports An online Flash Cards application to help you drill on key terms by chapter A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time Content Update Program: This Cert Guide includes coverage of all the topics on the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support 100-140 exam from the original exam blueprint. Visit ciscopress.com/newcerts for information on any digital updates for this book that align with Cisco exam blueprint version changes The Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) IT Support 100-140 Official Cert Guide walks you through all the exam topics found in the Cisco CCST exam. Topics covered include IT Support Job Tasks and Responsibilities Hardware Issues Connectivity and Resource Access Issues Operating System and Application Issues Common Threats and Preventions Job Tools This integrated learning package: Enables you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams Includes direct links from each question to detailed tutorials to help you understand the concepts behind the questions Provides unique sets of exam-realistic practice questions Tracks your performance and provides feedback on a module-by-module basis, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most

The Apple-Certified Way to Learn Record, arrange, produce, mix, and master music with this bestselling, Apple-certified guide to Logic Pro. Veteran producer and composer David Nahmani uses real-world professional Logic Pro projects to guide you through step-by-step instructions and straightforward explanations, ranging from basic music creation to sophisticated production techniques. Using a project-based approach, this book shows you how to record audio and software instruments, create musical content, and build arrangements. Youll explore Session Players to create professional drum, bass, and keyboard performances, and use the Chord track to edit your songs chord progressions. Youll use Sample Alchemy, Beat Breaker, and Quick Sampler to create stutter effects and vocal chops, and learn ear-candy production techniques, such as parallel processing and turntable start and stop effects. Youll use Flex Time to stretch audio and correct the timing of recordings, and youll tune vocals with Flex Pitch. Youll add the warmth and coloration of analog audio equipment with the mix, and automate the song with ChromaGlow, mix a song using EQ, compression, delay, reverb, and other plug-ins to achieve a professional sound. Finally, youll automate the mix and prepare the song for distribution on streaming services with Mastering Assistant. Downloadable real-world, professional Logic Pro files to follow along with the projects AI-driven tools in Logic Pro 11 Step-by-step hands-on exercises Accessible writing style that puts an expert mentor at your side Ample illustrations that help you quickly master techniques Lists of keyboard shortcuts used in each lesson Tips to improve your workflow Online personal support on the authors website The Apple Pro Training Series is Apples official self-paced learning resource. Books in this series offer downloadable lesson files and an online version of the book.  Additional information on this and other books in this series can be found at www.peachpit.com/apple. For more on certification, visit training.apple.com.

The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe InDesign Adobe InDesign Classroom in a Book 2025 Release contains 15 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. For beginners and experienced users alike, you can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Bring messages to life with expert typography tools, integration with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, and color, layering, and transparency effects Easily create complementary colors, format text, and find just the right image using new AI features such as Color Themes, Style Packs, and Text to Image Use InDesign and its enhanced powerful tools for exporting work for professional printing, websites, social media, ebooks, and more Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the books Getting Started section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe InDesign 2025 Release software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.)

The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book 2025 Release contains 17 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. For beginners and experienced users alike, you can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Dive into 17 real-world projects, from precise drawings to expressive paintings, logos, illustrations, social ads, posters, and more Gain hands-on experience with a quick overview before diving into selections, shapes, color, and editing As you progress, you'll explore freeform gradients, layers, artistic brushes, creative effects, asset export, and more These step-by-step projects will help you develop essential graphic design skills at every stage Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the books Getting Started section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe Illustrator 2025 Release software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.)

The fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book 2025 Release contains 15 lessons that use real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program. For beginners and experienced users alike, you can follow the book from start to finish or choose only those lessons that interest you. Learn to: Create and improve images using the professional tools in Adobe Photoshop Seamlessly remove backgrounds, replace skies, and repair photos Select subjects with complex outlines, including hair Use Adobe Firefly generative AI to retouch challenging images or to create new images from a text prompt Composite multiple images with graphics and typography Using a timeline, animate graphics and type and combine them with video and audio Automate repetitive tasks Edit camera raw images Export your work for the web, mobile devices, video, and print Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, offers what no other book or training program does an official training series from Adobe, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. Purchasing this book includes valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the books Getting Started section to unlock access to: Downloadable lesson files you need to work through the projects in the book Web Edition containing the complete text of the book, interactive quizzes, and videos that walk you through the lessons step by step What you need to use this book: Adobe Photoshop 2025 Release software, for either Windows or macOS. (Software not included.)

Prepare for Microsoft Exam DP-100 and demonstrate your real-world knowledge of managing data ingestion and preparation, model training and deployment, and machine learning solution monitoring with Python, Azure Machine Learning, and MLflow. Designed for professionals with data science experience, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Design and prepare a machine learning solution Explore data and train models Prepare a model for deployment Deploy and retrain a model This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you have experience in designing and creating a suitable working environment for data science workloads, training machine learning models, and managing, deploying, and monitoring scalable machine learning solutions About the Exam Exam DP-100 focuses on knowledge needed to design and prepare a machine learning solution, manage an Azure Machine Learning workspace, explore data and train models, create models by using the Azure Machine Learning designer, prepare a model for deployment, manage models in Azure Machine Learning, deploy and retrain a model, and apply machine learning operations (MLOps) practices. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam fulfills your requirements for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate credential, demonstrating your expertise in applying data science and machine learning to implement and run machine learning workloads on Azure, including knowledge and experience using Azure Machine Learning and MLflow.

Modern Java introduces major enhancements that impact the core Java technologies and APIs at the heart of the Java platform. Many old Java idioms are no longer needed, and new features and programming paradigms can make you far more effective. However, navigating these changes can be challenging. Core Java for the Impatient, Fourth Edition, is a complete yet concise guide that reflects all changes through Java SE 21, Oracle's latest Long-Term Support (LTS) release. Written by Cay S. Horstmann--author of the classic two-volume Core Java--this indispensable tutorial offers a faster, easier pathway for learning modern Java. Horstmann covers everything working developers need to know, including the powerful concepts of lambda expressions and streams, modern constructs such as records and sealed classes, and sophisticated concurrent programming techniques. Given the size and scope of Java 21, there's plenty to cover, but it's presented in small chunks organized for quick access and easy understanding, with plenty of practical insights and sample code to help you quickly apply all that's new. Test code as you create it with JShellImprove your object-oriented design with records and sealed classesEffectively use text blocks, switch expressions, and pattern matchingUnderstand functional programming with lambda expressionsStreamline and optimize data management with the Streams APIUse structured techniques, threadsafe data structures, and virtual threads for effective concurrent programmingWork with the modularized Java API and third-party modulesTake advantage of API improvements for working with collections, input/output, regular expressions, and processes Whether you're an experienced developer just getting started with modern Java, or have been programming with Java for years, this guide will help you write more robust, efficient, and secure Java code.

Artifical intelligence is one of the most significant technological developments of the current century, and its impact is just beginning. In its simplest form, AI is making machines that learn and think like humans. We can expect to interact with AI in nearly everything we do, for example, managing finances, obtaining medical care, finding information, writing, and creating art. This book provides a clear, accessible guide to using AI safely and effectively in daily life. There are seemingly unlimited options to employ AI daily, and almost as many AI tools available. Readers will gain the skills to critically evaluate AI and navigate its limitations, fostering digital literacy and independence. Concrete examples of how AI can impact daily life make this book relatable and relevant to the target audience. The book also dedicates significant space to educating readers about potential risks of AI and providing proactive security measures.

Deploy Secure Enterprises with Meraki Meraki is one of Cisco's hottest product families. It is a unique Cloud Managed platform into which many product lines can be added. Cloud Managed IT networks are still quite new to traditional Cisco buyers. Securing Enterprise Networks with Cisco Meraki is a one-stop shop for readers looking to deploy secure enterprises on Meraki. Each section will cover best practices, design, configuration, and troubleshooting. Within each chapter, readers will learn to set up a product (for example, a secure LAN with Zero Trust) within reading the first few pages by following step-by-step exercises. Later pages expand on that with enterprise features, giving users the choice to bite off as much as they need, relevant to their use case. The step-by-step guides will have their own listing so that they can function as job aids for those in engineering roles and for easy reference. All will be illustrated using cases from actual customers to show real-world requirements and benefits. After reading each section, readers will be able to deploy Meraki security and understand the benefits of Cloud Managed IT in this scenario.

CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Exam Cram is an all-inclusive study guide designed to help you pass the updated version of the CompTIA Network+ exam. Prepare for test day success with complete coverage of exam objectives and topics, plus hundreds of realistic practice questions. Extensive prep tools include quizzes, Exam Alerts, and our essential last-minute review Cram Sheet. The powerful Pearson Test Prep practice software provides real-time assessment and feedback with two complete exams. Covers the critical information needed to score higher on your Network+ N10-009 exam! Establish network connectivity by deploying wired and wireless devices Understand and maintain network documentation Understand the purpose of network services Understand basic datacenter, cloud, and virtual networking concepts Monitor network activity, identifying performance and availability issues Implement network hardening techniques Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure Prepare for your exam with Pearson Test Prep Realistic practice questions and answers Comprehensive reporting and feedback Customized testing in study, practice exam, or flash card modes Complete coverage of Network+ N10-009 exam objectives The smartest, fastest, most effective preparation for CompTIA's brand-new Network+ Exam Covers all the critical information that a readers will need to know to score higher on their Network+ N10-009 exam Designed to help candidates rapidly assess where they stand-and quickly master what they need to learn Includes test-taking strategies, time-saving tips, Exam Notes, and two practice exams

Copilot Pro enables you to be more creative and productive, but using generative AI requires a whole new way of thinking--most users try once or twice, get poor results and give up. This book teaches them what they don't know and helps them get started with the right skills. Copilot Pro adds generative AI experiences into the most used Microsoft applications--Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OneNote, enabling users to be more productive and creative by generating first drafts, editing and improving their work, easily understanding and finding pieces of information in large documents, and gaining new insights. It also allows users to generate text and images in a browser and via a mobile app, using the latest AI models. This is a completely new way of thinking and working--like having your own personal "enthusiastic intern" working side by side with you every day to take on the mundane and time-consuming tasks, freeing you up for more interesting and creative work. Generative AI has been everywhere in the media, with a huge hype cycle, but most everyday workers don't understand how it can be applied to their day-to-day work in a practical and transformative way. This will follow the "Step by Step" series format, taking the user through a series of steps they can follow to learn practical skills and understand what's possible. The nature of generative AI is that the results vary every time, so the book will provide several different examples of each skill to illustrate the variances and possibilities and help the reader find examples that are most relevant to them, to build their understanding and knowledge. Copilot Pro is designed for the consumer or home user and was only announced and made available in January 2024. The uptake of generative AI is more rapid than anything we have seen with any other technology, with the free version of Copilot already having had 5 billion images created and 5 billion chats conducted as at the end of January 2024, both doubling quarter over quarter. There is very little in Microsoft learning resources available yet on Copilot, and there is a huge demand for learning in this space. People don't know what they don't know and need help with the new way of thinking required to use this technology in practical and effective everyday ways. The author, Lisa Crosbie, has built a community of learners through her YouTube channel, where she is known for her ability to explain technology in a way that makes sense to non-technical users.

Trust the best-selling Official Cert Guide series from Cisco Press to help you learn, prepare, and practice for exam success. They are built with the objective of providing assessment, review, and practice to help ensure you are fully prepared for your certification exam. Cisco Press has the only study guides approved by Cisco for the new CCNA certification. The new edition of the best-selling two-book value-priced CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library, Second Edition presents you with an organized test-preparation routine using proven series elements and techniques. "Do I Know This Already?" quizzes open each chapter and enable you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide Library, Second Edition from Cisco Press enables you to succeed on the exam the first time and is the only self-study resource approved by Cisco. Best-selling author and expert instructor Wendell Odom shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. The two books contained in this package, CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1, Second Edition, and CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2, Second Edition, present complete reviews and a more challenging and realistic preparation experience. This official study guide has been fully updated to help you master the topics on the latest CCNA 200-301 exam. Networking fundamentalsImplementing Ethernet LANsImplementing VLANs and STPIPv4 addressing and subnettingIPv4 routingImplementing OSPFIPv6 addressing, subnetting, and routingWireless LANsIP access control listsSecurity servicesIP servicesNetwork architectureNetwork automation Content Update Program This fully updated second edition includes the latest topics and additional information covering changes to the latest CCNA 200-301 exam. Visit ciscopress.com/newcerts for information on annual digital updates for this book that align to Cisco exam blueprint version changes.

Prepare for Microsoft Exam AZ-104 and demonstrate your real-world mastery and knowledge of Microsoft Azure administration. Designed for working Azure administrators, this Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Manage Azure identities and governance Implement and manage storage Deploy and manage Azure compute resources Implement and manage virtual networking Monitor and maintain Azure resources This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by the Skills Measured list published for the exam Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you want to validate and demonstrate your command of managing Microsoft Azure cloud environments About the Exam Exam AZ-104 focuses on knowledge needed to manage Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, subscriptions, and governance; manage storage accounts and Azure Storage data; configure Azure files and blob storage; configure VMs for high availability and scalability; automate VM deployment and configuration; create and configure VMs, containers, and Web Apps; implement, manage, secure, monitor, and troubleshoot virtual networking; configure name resolution and load balancing; integrate on-premises networks; monitor resources with Azure Monitor; implement backup and recovery. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam fulfills your requirements for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate credential, demonstrating your readiness to implement, manage, and monitor identity, governance, storage, compute, and virtual networks in a cloud environment, and to provision, size, monitor, and adjust resources as appropriate. See full details at: microsoft.com/learn

Unleash the power of Cisco SD-WAN with this comprehensive guide to design, deployment, and security. Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN: Design, Deploy, and Secure Your WAN is your definitive guide to mastering Cisco's Software-Defined Wide Area Networking. This comprehensive resource equips you with the knowledge and skills to optimize performance and enhance security for your organization's network. Whether you're an IT professional, network engineer, or system administrator, this completely revised edition provides the essential tools and knowledge you need to excel in today's demanding networking landscape. With insights from four leading Cisco technology experts, this book also helps you prepare for the CCNP Enterprise Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Solutions ENSDWI 300-415 exam. Covering all of the exam topics, this is the only self-study resource approved by Cisco. It provides a proven test-preparation routine to help you pass the ENSDWI 300-415 exam on your first attempt. Exam preparation features include: Chapter-ending review questions to reinforce your learning The powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software with exam-realistic questions and detailed performance reports An online Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter Key Features: Architectural Mastery: Understand the key components and benefits of Cisco SD-WAN Efficient Design and Migration: Learn the steps to transition your network smoothly to Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Policy Implementation: Gain detailed insights into SD-WAN policies and their application Advanced Security: Discover techniques to safeguard your network effectively Up-to-date Content: Includes new chapters on Cloud OnRamp, monitoring, and troubleshooting Content Update Program: This fully updated second edition includes the latest topics and additional information covering changes to the latest CCNP Enterprise Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Solutions ENSDWI 300-415 exam. Visit ciscopress.com for information on annual digital updates for this book that align to Cisco exam blueprint version changes.   This extensively updated new edition contains updated policy chapters to include new technologies, such as: Enhanced App Aware Routing Coverage of configuration and policy groups Completely updated security content including segmentation New chapters on Cloud OnRamp and monitoring and troubleshooting Companion Website: The companion website contains the Pearson Test Prep practice test software with two full exams for the CCNP Enterprise ENSDWI 300-415 exam and Key Terms flash cards.

Learn how to deploy custom models leading to a revolution in the world of customer service and support Generative AI has made amazing advances in the last year, and customer service and support is one of the most important areas where this new technology can have an immediate impact. While the technology is not yet in a place where it will fully replace agents and support engineers, it can do wonders to dramatically improve customer experience while also contribute to the optimization of productivity in various ways. This book will help readers understand how and where to incorporate AI technology into the flow of the customer experience. This book is designed for those who are pretty well versed in the customer service and support experience - they understand how service and support works, are familiar with call center operations, and ticketing, issue resolution, escalations, etc. In addition, they are hearing and seeing the growing buzz around AI and curious about how this might affect their business. The assumption is that the reader has little to no understanding of AI, large language models (LLMs), machine learning, predictive analytics, augmented reality, or any other evolving technology. This is a book to introduce how they can apply these new technologies in their business to drive greater customer experiences. Written by AI and Customer Support experts at Microsoft, a leader in both fields Written for a broad, non-technical audience of anyone involved in Customer Support Assumes no previous experience with AI, LLMs, Machine Learning, or Data Scienc

Learn to create applications for the new Apple Vision Pro headset For those who want to explore, imagine, and truly "Think Different," we welcome you to a journey of creation through the Apple Vision Pro. The Vision Pro is a groundbreaking device that elevates the Apple experience for both users and creators. Instead of focusing on "AR" or "VR", Apple's Vision Pro introduces the concept of "spatial computing" to the prosumer market. Users can seamlessly transition from a Shared Space (AR) view to entirely immersive Space (VR) experience and interact with applications like never before. Whether your interests lie in productivity, artistic expression, or just plain fun, you can now bring ideas to life in ways that have never been possible. Like all Apple devices, the Vision Pro embraces simplicity, security, and privacy - delivering experiences that are familiar, safe, and family-friendly. This book introduces the Vision Pro headset to AR/VR/3D enthusiasts and provides a beginner's guide to creating applications that take advantage of the upcoming technological powerhouse. You will learn the built-in tools for creating applications (Windows), objects (Volumes), and environments (Spaces), as well as explore the capabilities of the new operating system, visionOS. Using Apple's Reality Composer Pro along with XCode and the Vision Pro Simulator, you will discover how to author and publish their applications in the visionOS ecosystem. The Apple Vision Pro establishes an exciting new platform for Apple that promises to continue the trend of redefining computing, entertainment, and communications well into the future. With this book, you'll be able to: Explore Apple's Vision Pro development tools, including XCode, Reality Composer Pro, and the Vision Pro SimulatorUnderstand Vision Pro core concepts and terminology such as Windows, Volumes, Spaces, Entities, and MeshesLearn about Apple's UI and Spatial Computing Frameworks, including SwiftUI, RealityKit, and ARKitGain insights into 3D model and material basics, covering Asset Library, Shader Graph, USDZ, and MaterialX, alongside object placement, tracking, and user interactions with virtual objectsWork with concepts that are backed up with hands-on low-code exercises and downloadable projects

Leverage software architecture as an effective tool for product development and build better software faster.   Effective Software Architecture is the essential handbook for making software architecture an effective practice within product development organizations and processes while putting whole software teams on the same page. Industry elite Oliver Goldman provides a comprehensive perspective on the set of real-world skills and practices this work requires: a predictable, repeatable design process; the ability to make decisions expediently and effectively; a comprehensive and consistent communication strategy; tools that promote efficiency; and a team that is greater than the sum of its parts.   Goldman's engaging prose articulates why software architecture is essential to building great software products, release after release. Rather than focusing on a specific architectural style or technology, this book's goal is to make software architects better at managing change, design, decision making, and team communication while helping software product managers, program managers, UX designers, and other team members understand how architecture functions within the software development process. Goldman's work is essential to helping the whole team achieve success.   Understand software architecture and its role in product developmentLearn to effectively communicate about software architectureEmploy architectural strategies for consistent, reliable design resultsMake architecture an integral aspect of product developmentIntegrate architectural thinking into whole development organizations   Effective Software Architecture is a guide for making software architecture an effective tool for product development.   Register your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside book for details.

Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam success with this Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning. CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification helps you prepare to succeed on the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam by directly addressing the exams objectives as stated by CompTIA. Leading instructor and cybersecurity professional Lewis Heuermann shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. This complete study package includes Complete coverage of the exam objectives and a test-preparation routine designed to help you pass the exams Do I Know This Already? quizzes, which allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section Chapter-ending Key Topic tables, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly The powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports An online, interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success. This study guide helps you master all the topics on the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam, deepening your knowledge of General Security Concepts: Security controls, security concepts, change management process, cryptographic solutions Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations: Threat actors and motivations, attack surfaces, types of vulnerabilities, indicators of malicious activity, mitigation techniques Security Architecture: Security implications of architecture models, secure enterprise infrastructure, protect data, resilience and recovery in security architecture Security Operations: Security techniques to computing resources, security implications, vulnerability management, monitoring concepts, enterprise capabilities to enhance security, access management, automation related to secure operations, incident response activities Security Program Management and Oversight: Security governance, risk management, third-party risk assessment and management, security compliance, audits and assessments, security awareness practices

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