E-Business for Tourism: Practical Guidelines for Tourism Destinations and Businesses

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Fix the U. S. Budget is a firsthand account of the crucial and extraordinary events surrounding the federal budget during the 1980's. The book spans the period of Jim Miller's service as chairman of the Federal Trade Commission and director of the Office of Management and Budget, encompassing the Gramm-Rudman-Hollings budget law, Black Monday (October 1987), and the ensuing budget summit agreement of 1987. Miller was a principal player in these events; his memoir is an original contribution to our understanding of their evolution and significance. He provides firm and persuasive recommendations for fixing the U.S. budget.

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The Basketball Hall of Shame
Bruce Nash , and Allan Zullo
Manufacturer: Pocket Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0671694146

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Basketball Hall of Shame: Young Fans' Edition: Basketball Hall of Shame: Young Fans' Edition
Bruce Nash
Manufacturer: Simon Spotlight Entertainment
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0671753568

Book Description

This book is packed with step-by-step instructions covering all you need to know about playing the guitar. Look inside to find: how to read chord diagrams, tablature and written music * articulation techniques, including bending, vibrato, hammer-ons and slides * sections on playing blues, rock, folk and country and classical guitar * guitar maintenance, including restringing the guitar and adjusting the action. The Maran family teamed up with Tim Martin - the head of the Guitar Department at the Merriam School of Music, which is an internationally recognized center for music education. In addition, Tim is an active session musician, specializing in live performance and studio recording.

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Excellent! A Complete and Thorough Guitar Book! .......2007-04-16

I have several guitar books as I have been learning to play for the past 2 years. I have alot of instructional books and learned bits and pieces. This book is an excellent resource and covers almost every topic in great detail. Everything from chords, picking, blues, rock and country guitar, guitar effects, amps, etc. Also includes instruction and pictures on repairing and maintaining your guitar, adjusting the action, changing strings, etc. A valuable resource and worth owning yourself.

An outstanding instructional which stands apart from similar-sounding guitar 'how-to' guides.......2005-09-05

Want to learn guitar from a book? There are plenty of slimmer guides on the market - but none with the depth and detail of Moran Illustrated Guitar, which packs in color illustrations of techniques. From playing different kinds of chords to power rock, single notes, slides, string muting and much more, Moran Illustrated Guitar packs in the step-by-step close-up color photos so it's hard to go wrong. An outstanding instructional which stands apart from similar-sounding guitar 'how-to' guides.

This is the best Educative Book .......2005-08-03

This book I would extremely, highly recommended for beginners and I mean it. Sure I might be just a kid but trust me I have this book and I know a good book when I see one. Its more likely to keep you occupied since it in color and it shows you pictures of everything so you can see and understand the things it tells you to do. This book tells the history, parts, basic concepts, how to hold, fretting, picking, tuning, how to practice on, how to play a guitar for all acoustic, classical, and electric types of guitars. It shows you practicing techniques and doesn't just say to do things you don't understand. Teaches you to play different chords (barre chords and power chords), strumming patterns, single notes, and suggests songs for practice. Teaches you to read tablature(sheet music for guitars), chord diagrams, guitar symbols. Teaches different types of music rock, blues, folk, country, and classical guitar. Great thing about it is you should buy this book before purchasing a guitar because it gives you a lot of tips on which type of guitar you want to purchase. Explains "all" the care and maintainace required in a guitar and "all" its accessories. Mentions home recording for people who are starting to make bands, CDs or stuff. It has suggestions for reference material as well if you can't find the information you want. I don't think I disliked this book at all. For all the tiny details they might of not included I would look at the reference material for that. They don't specifically talk about certain guitars but more in general. (...)

Another Maran success... .......2005-07-04

Maran Graphics has once again come out with a book that absolutely rocks... Maran Illustrated Guitar.

Content: Guitar Basics; Getting Ready To Play; Reading Music; Playing Basic Chords; Playing Barre Chords And Power Chords; Playing Single Notes; Articulation Techniques; Playing Rock Guitar; Playing The Blues; Playing Folk And Country Music; Playing Classical Guitar; Buying A Guitar; Guitar Accessories; Guitar Care And Maintenance; Home Recording; Quick Reference; Index

As with all other Maran Illustrated books, they've done an excellent job combining clear photos and instructive illustrations to guide you during the learning process. They even use multiple exposure photos with "ghosting" to show fingering sequences so that you can tell what movement should be combined with finger positioning. Very nicely done. In addition to just showing you how to play, they also cover the history of guitars and the masters of the instrument. It ends up giving you an appreciation for the instrument that you don't normally see in a "how to play" book. I like how they go beyond mere mechanics to show you how to care for your instrument, from stringing to cleaning to transportation. Basically, this covers the entire spectrum of the subject.

I've often wanted to learn to play the guitar. My wife plays and one of my sons play. I can't say that I have a lot of time to learn it right now, but at least I now have the main tool I need to help me get there when I'm ready. Excellent book, and highly recommended if you want to learn to play...

The best beginner's book I've seen!.......2005-06-25

Back in high school (a LONG time ago) I dabbled in guitar, but haven't touched one in decades. I've been seriously thinking about taking up this instrument again when, lo and behold, a review copy of "Maran's Illustrated Guitar" showed up in my mailbox -- probably because I've reviewed other books with creative graphics layouts. It certainly wasn't because of any expertise on the guitar! But God works in strange ways, they say...

This book is absolutely the best beginner's guide I've seen, and the one I'm actually using to learn the guitar. It covers everything from the history of the guitar, famous guitarists, types of guitars (classical, acoustic, electric), how to buy, clean, repair, change strings, perform adjustments and maintenance -- and of course, how to play it. Not only does this book have the usual chord charts, it has actual photos showing how to place the fingers on the frets. And it doesn't just cover basic chords. It also includes a section on reading music and playing single notes -- something I did not find in other beginner's books. After learning the basics, you can turn to specific chapters for pointers on Rock, Blues, Country, Folk, or Classical guitar, with different picking and strumming styles clearly explained. (For each section, the model holding the guitar is dress appropriately for the genre -- a nice touch!) There is also a chapter on amplifers and other equipment for electric guitar players, and a section on setting up a home recording studio.

One of the best things I learned is that there are now electronic tuners for guitars (and most other instruments) -- something that did not exist in my high school days. I immediately bought one. As with everything else in this book, there was a clear description of the types of tuners, the pros and cons of each, etc., complete with photos.

The graphical layout is very well done and pleasing to the eye. The photos are interspersed with the text to get away from the boring "Gutenberg box" effect. Another plus is that the binding is flexible enough for the book to lay flat while playing -- a major convenience when both of your hands are busy holding the guitar. In short, this is a beautiful book and a pleasure to use. Highly recommended!

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Manufacturer: maranGRAPHICS
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000K206JI

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The Definative Book On Radio Advertising

Valuable Reference Book for Small Businesses

The Best Reference for Radio Advertising

Great Information for College Project

Add depth and insight to your radio selling.

Radio Advertising: The Authoritative Handbook (NTC Business Books)
Pete Schulberg , and Bob Schulberg
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Companies
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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The Irresistible Offer: How to Sell Your Product or Service in 3 Seconds or Less

ASIN: 0844231185

Book Description

With [Bob Schulberg's] death, radio lost a brilliant advocate and a good friend. Fortunately, Bob's gifted son, Pete, knows a lot about broadcasting, too both as a broadcast newsman and a newspaper journalist covering the media. Pete has picked up where his dad left off, bringing the book up to date with a skill and thoroughness I know Bob would be proud of. Good writing runs in the Schulberg family. Radio is magic all right. And the Schulbergs, Bob and Pete, explain how the magic works. "This is required reading for all broadcasters and all sales people in all markets and formats. -- Rocky Blumhagen Station Manager KGON/KNRK Portland, OR "Radio Advertising: The Authoritative Handbook is a must read for both neophytes and veterans of the broadcasting business." -- Jerry Feniger Managing Director Station Representatives Association "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree! Pete Schulberg has undated his father's classic work for the cyberspace era, producing a wholly contemporary book that retains the first edition's clear, readable presentation of those fundamentals essential to every broadcaster and advertising professional. Radio Advertising is worthwhile reading for students and newcomers to the business as well as seasoned pros who are looking for new ideas on how to use radio more effectively. This book is a winner!" -- Roger Baron Vice President, Director of Media Research Foote, Cone & Belding

Customer Reviews:

The Definative Book On Radio Advertising.......2002-11-09

As a former General Sales Manager in Radio, with 30 plus years experience, I can attest to the value of this book. Both of the authors are radio veterans and know the business inside and out.

If you're in radio sales, or want to be, this IS THE BOOK you'll want to build your knowledge with. If you purchase radio advertising, this book will help demystify the medium.

As a former radio sales manager,I purchased and gave this book to my sales staff. I wanted them to be equipped with the best knowledge available--this book contains that knowledge.

In my collection of books on and about radio, RADIO ADVERTISING is at the top of my list of recommended books about the subject. There just isn't a better volume available. Don't forget-if you purchase the book for self-education, for use in your career or business, you can write it off as a business expense. Well worth YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF!

Valuable Reference Book for Small Businesses.......2002-06-01

Too often, small business owners spend significant portions of their budgets on advertising but, since they can't afford professional advertising agencies, they're forced to make their own local market buys and they're also responsible for making sure the air time/ad space they buy relates an effective message about their product or service.

Guerrilla Marketing and the Wizard of Ads series' provide excellent overall marketing ideas for small business owners. However, "Radio Advertising" provides practical advice pertaining specifically to radio advertising -- from writing copy to generating public service announcements and news time.

Media sales professionals shold also own a copy of this book because it can spark an idea for an effective campaign and it also is a great tool to leave behind for a prospective client -- how the sales professional works, how radio can and should work and whether or not radio is an appropriate fit for the prospect.

The Best Reference for Radio Advertising.......2000-07-22

This book I found to be not only complete but also incredibly informative. I have personally done a tremendous amount of radio advertising, and I found this book to be very useful in actually obtaining a successful result from my ads. This book will not only give you exact tips on how to compile the contents of your radio advertising campaign, but also provide you with details on how the industry itself works. This book is fantastic and extremely useful to any business owner seeking to get into promoting their company or activity on radio without making it a losing game. I found this book to be truly the authoritive text on the subject and quite unmatched by any other text in the industry. A definite key reference for any serious advertiser's library.

Great Information for College Project.......2000-03-22

I ordered this book from Amazon, which I received three days later, and must stop here for a moment to say that not only was it very informative and just what I was looking for, but I was also very interested from cover to cover. Pete Schulerg does a great job of wrapping SO many areas together, and I feel I learned a great deal about the workings of radio advertising with the help of this book. I am confident the project I am turning in on this subject will get an "A"...Thank You!

Add depth and insight to your radio selling........2000-03-13

Of all the trade journals, training manuals, industry insight, management tutoring, mandatory meetings and corporate ya-ya I've endured while selling radio, the straight-forward information contained in this book is more helpful then all of that stuff - combined.

Spell Bruce Sprinsteen's name correctly on page 61, and you've got a masterpiece.

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Radio Advertising : The Authoritative Handbook
Bob Schulberg
Manufacturer: NTC Business Books, IL
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000KA5O74

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Radio Advertising: The Authoritative Handbook
Bob Schulberg
Manufacturer: NTC Business Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000NLBRIA

Book Description

Your quick-and-easy reference to 802.11 WLAN components and protocols

Access wireless Cisco product information, including coverage on wireless client adapters and IP phones
Learn the ideal configuration of access points, bridges, antennas, and routers for your specific situation
Integrate a Cisco solution with various wireless networking gear
Configure and troubleshoot access points and client devices promptly
Optimize, secure, and tune your WLAN by following helpful tips and hints
Refer to charts and tables that both network beginners and professionals can easily scan
Make the right decision about your organization’s wireless network with quick leverage

Whether you are a network engineer, network administrator, business decision maker, or student, you know that wireless networking capabilities are an increasingly essential part of your purchasing and implementing decisions. You want the most out of your wireless gear, but memorizing every product and protocol is daunting when faced with a myriad of solutions and options. Now, you can turn to Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference, a time-saving tool for the office, field, or classroom lab, when you need a memory-refresher or a quick-tip guide on maximizing your wireless network.

If you work on a wireless network using Cisco® technologies, keep this book within reach. Compact and convenient, this concise reference can be browsed occasionally or consulted regularly for a glance at a technical specification or that elusive command argument. Divided into three easy-to-follow sections, Part I describes and provides ways for Cisco wireless LAN (WLAN) equipment offerings to be integrated into an existing network. Part II covers how to configure access points and clients and how to set up and manage a secure wireless network. Lastly, Part III shows you how to maintain a wireless network and troubleshoot common wireless issues. Meant to be used in a hands-on capacity, this transportable guide is a practical tool when performing a variety of tasks on your wireless network.

This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press®, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Quick Reference.......2006-02-26

The Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference book by Toby J, Velte, PH.D. and Anthony T. Velte, has pretty much everything you would want to know about wireless networking using Cisco Systems Aironet devices. I was thinking this book would just contain quick commands on configuring access points, configuring Cisco Aironet Wireless cards and so on, boy was I wrong.

Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference has a lot to offer. First off it is a small size book. Can be easily thrown into someone's admin bag and pulled out for reference. Well organized Table of Contents, easy to find a particular topic. This book would be good for a beginner looking to find some useful info on Cisco Aironet products or a expert looking to refresh on a particular topic pertaining to Aironet devices. The first part of the book goes over technique specs, and the second goes over "after installation issues". The first chapter goes over Cisco Wireless Equipment, Access Points, Bridges, WLAN Controllers, and adapters. You will find useful information on the different models of Access Points, adapters and so on. There is a pretty extensive chart showing and comparing the different properties of access points, different antenna and so forth. Very useful information like signal range, noise ratio's etc.

There is a chapter dedicated just to antenna's. Which antenna to use for the right application, omni directional, bi directional among others. You will also find a comparison chart with information and specs relating to each antenna. Again, very useful information for a WLAN implementation. Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference has a very in-depth section on WLAN encryption security and authentication. Shows you examples of configuring filtering, RADIUS server setup and WPA. Initial Setup, cabling sections are very well written as well. This book will help you with integrating a wired LAN and your new WLAN. The figures are well displayed, and there are real pictures of the devices mentioned in the book.

I recommend Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference for a beginner in the WLAN world. Looking for a starting point if they want to pursue a CQS cert in Wireless. As mentioned earlier, it would also benefit a expert as a quick reference when encountering a problem with there existing WLAN or a new implementation. In a rating of 1 to 5, 5 being the highest. This book gets a 5 hands down.

A Pretty Complete 'Quick' Reference.......2005-12-09

Most quick references are litle cut down booklets that usually just give you enough information to get you in trouble. The Velte's idea of a quick reference run for 288 pages. It's a reference all right, but the amount of data contained in it is enough so you can probably really solve the problem that you are looking up.

This is a Cisco book, so the material being discussed is oriented around Cisco products. But remember that Cisco owns Linksys and Aironet, so this book covers the traditional Cisco product line and also those of the other companies. A good bit of the book is on the 802.11 standard itself. This includes such things as frequencies, security procedures, generalized design tips on how to design your network and so on.

Cisco has quite a number of certifications that apply to networking and to wireless. There isn't enough information in this book to enable you to pass the certification test (Or at least, there isn't enough for me to pass it.) but there's probably enough to enable you to get your network going.

Jam packed with great information.......2005-11-11

Hats off to Toby Velte for this awesome refernce book. I currently hold CWNA and CWSP wireless certifications as well as CCNA and CCDA, and I find ths book packed with some great reference material.

Usually when you see a "Quick Reference" book means that it has limited information and explanations. Not so with this book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who works on wireless networks or are planning on implementing wireless.

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SAVE YOUR MONEY

Ace's World-European History Exambusters Study Cards

Manufacturer: Ace Academics
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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The Official SAT Subject Tests in U.S. & World History Study Guide (Official Sat Subject Tests in U.S. History and World History)

ASIN: 1881374823
Release Date: 2007-02-15

Book Description

Over 500 questions and answers written by certified teachers and college professors with a focus on exam preparation. Highlights the essential World-European history facts you need to know to test well. Prepare for quizzes, tests, AP, PRAXIS II, CLEP, SAT II, GED, and N.Y. Regents exams. Topics: Beginning of Civilization, Middle Ages, Early Modern Times, Rights and Revolutions, Nationalism, Imperialism, Between the World Wars, The United Nations, The Cold War, Contemporary Age . . . A COURSE in a BOX!

CUSTOMER PRAISE

Really helped me prepare for the GED. I passed it and now I'm on my way to college!
----Kristian Paras, Tutor, Bergenfield, N.J.

Hi-thank goodness for your flash cards because I had forgotten a lot. Now that my mind has been refreshed on the signs that I had forgotten, I can continue and I'm learning so much more. Thanks.
----Sarah Thomas, Childcare Provider, Puyallup, WA 98374

Exambusters really help students.
----John Johnson, teacher, St.Paul, MN

This is the best way I have ever learned to master math of any form and it really works. Thanks a lot for all of your help.
----James Shaw, Navy, Sulphur Springs, Texas

A real time saver, great for cramming.
----Joe McCarthy, College Senior, State College, PA

These cards helped my daughter through a very demanding exam period. I will recommend them to my friends.
----Lisa Yumibe, Indianapolis, Indiana

Thank you for introducing us to your product. They are a winner.
----Preston Young, President, Learning Dynamics Tutoring, Hackensack, N.J.

These study cards are a perfect supplement to any textbook.
----Barbara Silber, Science Department Chair, The Fieldston School, Riverdale, New York

Exambusters really do the job!
----Alex Tushinsky, Instructor, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey

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SAVE YOUR MONEY.......2005-07-27

These cards are not very useful. I bought several titles all at once and found them practically useless. These cards do not cover enough basic data to help you review or learn.
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Ace's World-European CD Software Exambusters Study Cards (Ace's Exambusters Study Cards)

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Manufacturer: Ace Academics
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Binding: CD-ROM

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ASIN: 1576331423
Release Date: 2007-02-15

Book Description

Exambusters on CD presents over 650 questions and answers written by certified teachers and college professors with a focus on exam preparation. Highlights the essential World/European History dates, events, and facts you need to know to test well. Prepare for quizzes, tests, AP, PRAXIS II, CLEP, SAT II, GED, and N.Y. Regents exams. Review study cards one by one and eliminate them from your stack once you've learned them. Take a sample quiz, mid-term, or final and keep track of test results as you progress. Learn subliminally with "Screen Saver Mode." Topics: Beginning of Civilization, Middle Ages, Early Modern Times, Rights and Revolutions, Nationalism, Imperialism, Between the World Wars, The United Nations, The Cold War, Contemporary Age . . . A COURSE on a CD!

CUSTOMER PRAISE

Really helped me prepare for the GED. I passed it and now I'm on my way to college!
----Kristian Paras, Tutor, Bergenfield, N.J.

Hi-thank goodness for your flash cards because I had forgotten a lot. Now that my mind has been refreshed on the signs that I had forgotten, I can continue and I'm learning so much more. Thanks.
----Sarah Thomas, Childcare Provider, Puyallup, WA 98374

Exambusters really help students.
----John Johnson, teacher, St.Paul, MN

This is the best way I have ever learned to master math of any form and it really works. Thanks a lot for all of your help.
----James Shaw, Navy, Sulphur Springs, Texas

A real time saver, great for cramming.
----Joe McCarthy, College Senior, State College, PA

These cards helped my daughter through a very demanding exam period. I will recommend them to my friends.
----Lisa Yumibe, Indianapolis, Indiana

Thank you for introducing us to your product. They are a winner.
----Preston Young, President, Learning Dynamics Tutoring, Hackensack, N.J.

These study cards are a perfect supplement to any textbook.
----Barbara Silber, Science Department Chair, The Fieldston School, Riverdale, New York

Exambusters really do the job!
----Alex Tushinsky, Instructor, Rutgers University, Newark, New Jersey

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