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Viruses are big news. From pandemics such as HIV, swine flu, and SARS, we are constantly being bombarded with information about new lethal infections. In this Very Short Introduction, Dorothy Crawford demonstrates how clever these entities really are. From their discovery and the unravelling of their intricate structures, Crawford demonstrates how these tiny parasites are by far the most abundant life forms on the planet.
In this fully updated edition,...
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Jones & Bartlett Learning
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[2020]
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vii, 235 pages ; 23 cm.
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English
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Nearly 40 years into the HIV epidemic there is a wealth of information available, but it is difficult to determine what is factual and reliable. Whether you are a newly diagnosed patient or a friend or relative of someone living with HIV, this book can help. Offering both doctor and patient perspectives, 100 Questions & Answers About HIV and AIDS, Fifth Edition provides authoritative and practical answers to eh questions most commonly asked by people...
3) I'm a virus!
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Science buddies volume 1
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Crown Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
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1 volume (unnumbered pages) : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
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English
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"In friendly, simple text, the most "common" virus, rhino virus (the common cold) explains how viruses work and spread to young children"--
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As new cases of West Nile Virus begin to appear across the United States, this book offers a timely discussion of this potentially devastating disease. Author Melissa Abramovitz outlines the mechanics of virus transmission and how mosquitoes and disease-carrying birds have played a key role in the West Nile Virus epidemic. This book covers basic information about the virus and its possible effects, as well as a discussion of personal and governmental...
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Journalist Mark Bowden delivers a look at the ongoing and largely unreported war taking place literally beneath our fingertips. When the Conficker computer worm was unleashed on the world in November 2008, cybersecurity experts did not know what to make of it. Was it a platform for criminal profit, or a weapon? The worm, exploiting security flaws in Microsoft Windows, grew at an astonishing rate, infecting millions of computers around the world within...
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"Dynamic young Stanford biologist Nathan Wolfe reveals the surprising origins of the world's most deadly viruses, and how we can overcome catastrophic pandemics. In The Viral Storm, award-winning biologist Nathan Wolfe tells the story of how viruses and human beings have evolved side by side through history; how deadly viruses like HIV, swine flu, and bird flu almost wiped us out in the past; and why modern life has made our species vulnerable to...
7) The hot zone
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Dark biology volume 1
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English
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Describes how a strain of lethal virus showed up in 1989 at a Virginia laboratory, and relates the efforts of a military biohazard SWAT team to identify and contain the virus.
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"Just what is a jackalope? Purported to be part jackrabbit and part antelope, the jackalope began as a local joke concocted by two young brothers in a small Wyoming town during the Great Depression. Their creation quickly spread around the U.S., where it now regularly appears as innumerable forms of kitsch--wall mounts, postcards, keychains, coffee mugs, shot glasses, and so on. A vast body of folk narratives has carried the jackalope's fame around...
9) Up your nose
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Greenwillow Books, an Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
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2022.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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"An exploration of the five main types of germs-bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, and helminths-and the human immune system that protects us against them"--
Have you ever thought that when you sneeze, it is like you are launching rocket ships-- germs-- all around you? These germs are part of the world, but some of them can make people sick. Fishman explores the five main types of germs-- bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, and helminths-- and explains...
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Get the Summary of Bruce Sterling's The Hacker Crackdown Law and Disorder on the Electronic Frontier in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Hacker Crackdown" delves into the complex world of hackers, law enforcement, and the telecommunications industry, set against the backdrop of a major AT&T network failure in 1990. The book explores the historical development of telephone technology, from Alexander Graham Bell's...
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Los cambios tecnológicos del último siglo han generado un nuevo y disruptivo dominio —el ciberespacio—, el cual no solo está modificando la vida a nivel individual de las personas, sino también a nivel macro. Por ello, hoy los organismos responsables de la defensa en distintas partes del mundo, han debido rearticular sus procedimientos y prioridades, al tener que asumir, además de la protección de los dominios tradicionales de tierra, mar...
12) Bye Bye Spamhaus
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This book illustrates how Spamhaus went from potential internet savior to always-screaming false-alarm paper ghost harassing good actors and threatening trust in the very ecosystem which Spamhaus promised to protect!
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How Not to Get Phished equips you with the knowledge and tools to:Unmask the tactics phishers use to steal your information and money.Become a cybersecurity sleuth,sharpening your eye to spot red flags and avoid falling victim.Build a fortress around your accounts with essential security practices.Navigate the digital world confidently with proactive online habits.Respond effectively if you suspect you've been phished, minimizing damage and recovering...
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There is a town that has two types of people, those that only have green hair and those that only have red hair. Why the Greenheads only have green hair and why the Redheads only have red hair is no mystery. It's no mystery why their hair keeps changing, but it's definitely a problem! Conflict erupts in the town as the two groups push each other to the limits. It is the bravery and wisdom of two children that lead the town to an amazing and healing...
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HACKING
With growing digital dependence and an increase in cyber threats, you cannot afford to be in the dark as far as your digital and online security is concerned. This book is a simple guide that will reveal the many potential risks and mistakes that can expose you to hackers.
This is a book for anyone and everyone. If you use a mobile phone, computer, or any other digital device, then this book will serve as your complete guide...
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This is not your regular hacking book.
Reading about hacking is fun, hacking real systems is a whole other level of awesomeness! This program is an opportunity to hone your skills on the training platform. The kind of vulnerabilities you find in every corporate environment around the world: • Bypassing application whitelisting • Privilege escalation • Pivoting on other machines. It's up to you to exploit them in a meaningful way without screwing...
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Hacking Network Protocols: Unlocking the Secrets of Network Protocol Analysis" is a comprehensive guide to understanding the vulnerabilities and defenses of network protocols. In today's interconnected world, networks are essential for communication and collaboration, making them a prime target for hackers seeking to exploit vulnerabilities in the protocols that underpin them. This book provides a detailed overview of network protocols, including...
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"Defending the Digital Perimeter: Network Security Audit Readiness Strategies" is a must-read eBook for IT professionals, cybersecurity experts, and business leaders who are dedicated to safeguarding their organization's digital assets. In today's interconnected world, where data breaches and cyberattacks are on the rise, maintaining a robust and secure network perimeter is of paramount importance.This comprehensive eBook delves into the intricacies...
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Terrified about identity theft and data breaches? Discover a foolproof method to protect your information and get online with peace of mind.
Are you worried about your family members getting scammed or hacked? Want to keep your computers and phones, protected with ironclad security? Cyber security expert George Mansour has helped individuals and businesses protect their data for over 15 years. Now he'll share his simple system for safeguarding your...
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