Authorship Puzzles in the History of Economics: A Statistical Approach

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Authorship Puzzles in the History of Economics: A Statistical Approach
Denis Patrick O'Brien
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Authorship Puzzles in the History of Economics. A Statistical Approach.
D.P. and Darnell, A.C. O'Brien
Manufacturer: Humanities Press Intl Inc
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Authorship Puzzles in the History of Economics: A Statistical Approach

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This book focuses on the structural changes in private enterprises and public institutions that aim at lifting the continental productive system onto a higher growth path. Organized along three research lines, the chapters offer new, provocative treatments of the adjustments in monetary and real sectors accompanying the European economic integration, the consequences of specific legal/institutional changes, and national systems of technological and institutional innovation. Given the fundamental changes of policy regimes involved, only a comparative (to some extent, eclectic) conceptual framework may provide insights about the ultimate economic state eventually reached and the manifold of processes leading towards it. The unifying feature of the book lies in its attempt to highlight the complementary roles of private and public sectors in promoting technology, human capital and institutional engineering as the ingredients in any successful recipe for growth and convergence.

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While strong encryption methods exist that offer plenty of security for commercial-level protection, issues such as identification, authorization, and reliable issuance of digital signatures require a broader set of standards. Public key infrastructure (PKI) is just such a framework, addressing all of the issues for complete solutions.

Authored by four RSA Security experts in the field, PKI: Implementing and Managing E-Security aims to explain the vulnerabilities of encryption in today's Internet-based business universe and lay out how the application of PKI can help. The authors frankly point out the areas where PKI is still immature in the real world and try to inspire their readers with their zeal to solve the remaining problems.

The book begins with an exploration of cryptography and, in particular, public key cryptography--the accepted approach for most of today's security systems. The text moves quickly into precise security terminology but makes excellent use of creative diagrams to illustrate configurations and scenarios. These diagrams often beg a bit of reflection since they are frequently used to point out vulnerabilities that may not be immediately apparent.

The heart of the book examines the management of keys and certificates, authentication, and the establishment of trust models. There are overviews of current technologies that implement PKI, but the focus of the book is to encourage readers to construct their own fully compliant solutions.

PKI: Implementing and Managing E-Security is not light reading. However, it serves double duty as both an overview of the sticky issues of securing information delivery over the Net as well as a comprehensive look at the scope of PKI for those considering a full-fledged solution for their extranets and e-commerce sites. --Stephen W. Plain

Topics covered: Symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, hashes and digital signatures, digital certificates, PKI basics, PKI services, key and certificate life cycles, PKIX, protocols and formatting standards, trust models, authentication methods, deployment and operation, and return on investment calculations.

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Written by the experts at RSA Security, this book will show you how to secure transactions and develop customer trust in e-commerce through the use of PKI technology. Part of the RSA Press Series.

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Written by the experts at RSA Security, this book will show you how to secure transactions and develop customer trust in e-commerce through the use of PKI technology. Part of the RSA Press Series.

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Good but.......2005-05-18

The writer uses his mother's peppermint pie as reference point to explain the intricacies of PKI, which he does well. But after a point it gets distracting and very boring. The explanations of PKI components such as CA, RA is very repetitive. The PKI protocol explanation is very difficult to understand hence shows that the author(s) did not understand the subject themselves. Also few sections and even diagrams have been lifted out of RFC documents directly. Which is very sad and not to speak against the norms of security which the book purports to protect!

Excellent overview of PKI.......2004-09-23

You can treat this as "the" book you need to read to understand different aspects of PKI to get a "big picture". Very good analogies to the things that you use in day-to-day life. It reads like fiction and will make you happy that you chose to read this.

Explains PKI at a level better than most other options.......2003-06-01

The author has a unique ability to explain PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) in a way that is detailed and clear. PKI is a very complex topic and requires a knowledge of many other fieds including technology and security to even begin. It is beyond the grasp of the average Internet user today. After reading many other PKI books and doing hours of research on the Internet regarding PKI, I had been able to piece together the processes and basics on PKI. But after only reading the first 2 chapters of this book, I felt I understood concepts better than any other source.

The only criticism I have is that the author uses too much levity in explaining his points. The jokes are not that funny but unfortunately they keep coming.

Great for PKI newcomers.......2002-06-01

This is a great book for those fairly new to PKI. I needed to find out about PKI quickly, and this book explained it in clear terms. It begins by explaining encryption techniques and algorithms, and you don't have to have PhD in mathematics to understand it. Then it introduces PKI in logical pieces and concepts. Each chapter builds on the previous chapter, so it is really easy to understand. It shows how various applications can use PKI (SSL, SMIME, etc) as well as how a PKI can be implemented.

If you are new to PKI and need to get a handle on it quickly, then I highly recommend reading this book. It is well worth the money.

One of the best real-world examinations of PKI.......2001-09-27

I've read quite a few books on PKI now, one of the best being Schneier's Secrets and Lies, which is fairly negative on the technology over all, and appropriately so.

This book is a good deal more positive on the technology, but is not pollyanna. I think that Schneier realizes that the technology is a helpful tool, though it does not solve the human engineering problems that need o be solved to implement "real" security. This book helps you understand how to do that, and gives you a feel for where the bodies are buried.

The biggest skeleton in PKI's closed has always been authentication, which PKI does not solve, but vendors would have you believe it does. This is the first book by from a PKI house that lays those cards on the table. OF course, RSA *does* make most of its dough from selling securIDs...

But I think this one is a keeper.

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PKI: Implementing & Managing E-Security
Andrew Nash, Derek Brink, Bill DuaneCelia Joseph
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill/OsborneMedia
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OFRHFW

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Meltdown on Main Street: How Government Is Obstructing Small Business in America
Richard Lesher
Manufacturer: Plume
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0452276802

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This thoroughly revised course is designed for pre-intermediate level students who want to improve their English in a business and professional context. At the same time as drawing on the learner�s own experience, the course provides activities which give the less experienced learner the opportunity to participate effectively. The course offers: units based on topics learners will meet such as describing a company, welcoming visitors and dealing with problems; a variety of challenging tasks and communicative activities that ensure that all four skills are developed; clearly structured and measured progression, with revision units to enable learners to check their progress; clear and accessible layout. The Teacher�s Guide provides support and guidance, as well as a full key and tapescripts. The Home Study Book offers the learner further practice to consolidate their studies. Getting Ahead leads perfectly into Further Ahead.

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Getting Ahead is a course for students at the pre-intermediate level who want to improve their English for business and professional purposes. It is suitable both for students who are preparing for work and those who are in employment already. At the same time as drawing on the learner's own experience, the course provides activities which give the less experienced learner the opportunity to participate effectively in meaningful communication. The main units are topic-based and focus on such themes as describing a company, welcoming visitors and dealing with problems. All four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - are developed. There are controlled practice tasks and meaningful communication activities, and the course as a whole provides a clear structural progression. The Home Study Book provides out-of-class activities which review and expand on what has been done in class. These activities are keyed at the back of the book to aid self-study. The Home Study CD contains all the listening and pronunciation material.

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Good Lower Level Business English Text.......1998-01-29

This is a very good Business English text for low to intermediate level students. The material is relevant and interestingly presented. Unfortunately, there is a lot of British English (After Sales Department for Customer Service Department, lift for elevator, etc.) which is an inconvenience if you're teaching American English.

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How to Master Psychometric Tests
Mark Parkinson
Manufacturer: Kogan Page
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* Fully revised edition * Brand-new practice questions * Provides practical advice on every aspect of psychometric testing Psychometric tests are now widely used to select candidates for employment. They also play an important role in staff assessment and careers guidance, providing objective and detailed information on abilities, personality, values and interests. This new edition is full of expert advice that will help candidates prepare themselves, deal with nervousness and learn how to answer typical questions. By understanding how the tests work, candidates will learn how to improve their performance. This expanded edition contains information on the latest developments in online testing and addresses of useful websites. "How to Master Psychometric Tests" really is the ideal introduction to psychometric testing.

How to Master Psychometric Tests: Winning Strategies for Test Takers

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Great ! Bought the book last week, new job this week..
A good review of tests used for job selection.
Very simple - for job seekers

How to Master Psychometric Tests: Winning Strategies for Test Takers
Mark Parkinson
Manufacturer: Kogan Page
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ASIN: 0749422548

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How to Master Psychometric Tests is aimed at providing a detailed overview of what actually happens when you attend a test session and gives you a set of practical tools which will boost chances of achieving test and career success. It includes details on all the main types of tests and offers direct practical advice on the best way to approach each one. Shows how to prepare for tests, deal with nervousness, face any test with confidence, and achieve a positive approach.

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Great ! Bought the book last week, new job this week.........1999-09-15

I would recommend this book to anyone who will be doing tests as part of their interview. It gives a host of tips on how to prepare and what to look out for. It helped me, made me more confident, and played a big part in getting me a new job.

A good review of tests used for job selection........1998-09-21

If you want a good introduction to the sort of tests used for selecting people for jobs this may be the book for you ! It describes all the main sorts of tests and how they are put together; in addition guidance is given on preparation and the sorts of strategies you can use when taking tests. Sure it does not contain thousands of examples but given that there are many, many different sorts of tests this is perhaps no bad thing. Infact you can then move onto other Kogan Page books on testing and be in a much better position to do the practice questions they contain. I would certainly recommend this book to all those who think that testing will be part of their next interview.

Very simple - for job seekers.......1998-03-09

I was looking for a guide to master psychometric tests. All this book described however were a number of tests used for job positions and what they were generally aiming at. How to beat psychometric tests? Hardly worth a comment here. You could read it in about 10 minutes. If your job entails these tests and you are worried about taking them - you might bother to read this book - otherwise for an insight into psychometric tests in a serious fashion - leave it. I wish I could return this book for a full refund AND the postage - but the returns policy will make me lose the postage - which to the UK was 3 times the price of the book If you want a copy in the UK you can buy it from me - at cost of book only !!

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Wanting to be a stay-at-home mom, the author knew she would have to find creative ways to save money. It's not easy living on one salary, and children are expensive. But, like all goals, there are more ways to achieve financial stability than many people might imagine. Saving nickels and dimes adds up to dollars. By following the many savings tips, you'll start to find you have extra money you just couldn't squeeze out before. And the best part is that it's fairly painless. Many of the ideas you didn't know or never thought of. Some we knew but couldn't be bothered doing. Now that extra $5.00 means more and will motivate you. The ideas are unique and simple. You will learn how to save in all areas of your life. Making it a “family affair” will accelerate the savings and create a good family atmosphere. This is a book every mom should own.

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Competing with Flexible Lateral Organizations (2nd Edition)
Jay R. Galbraith
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Competing with Flexible Lateral Organizations (2nd Edition)
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Approaching Central Asia from the perspective of geopolitics, transition, oil and stability, the authors provide a very broad and diverse analysis of the region, examining domestic and international developments since 1991. The book both provides an introduction to the region and presents advanced research on international pipeline projects, political risk and developments after September 11th. The authors draw on a variety of disciplines, including economics, politics, international relations, law and sociology.

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Urban Indicators for Managing Cities (Cities Data Book).(Book Review): An article from: Journal of the American Planning Association
Zorica Nedovic-Budic
Manufacturer: American Planning Association
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Release Date: 2005-07-31

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This digital document is an article from Journal of the American Planning Association, published by American Planning Association on January 1, 2004. The length of the article is 577 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Urban Indicators for Managing Cities (Cities Data Book).(Book Review)
Author: Zorica Nedovic-Budic
Publication: Journal of the American Planning Association (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 2004
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Urban Indicators for Managing Cities: Cities Data Book (Asian Development Bank)

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This Data Book is intended to serve as a reference for local government policy makers who have chosen to adopt policy-oriented urban indicators in measuring cities' performance. It contains six chapters and begins with an overview of how cities grow, decay and become less habitable but still manage to serve as engines of economic growth.

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This investment and business guide contains basic information on economy, business & investment climate and opportunities in the region, as well as information on selected export-import, business and investment opportunities, including, export-import, industrial development, banking & finance, government and business contacts. The guide also provides listing and contact information for major industrial, trade, service and other companies in the region, as well as information on selected export-import, business and investment opportunities.

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