Computers : CAD-CAM

Quickly Master AutoCAD 2009 Essentials. The new edition of this hands-on guide helps users of all skill levels learn the basics of AutoCAD(r) 2009 and AutoCAD LT(r) 2009 easily and efficiently. Bestselling AutoCAD author and expert George Omura offers clear explanations, a task-based approach, and pages of real-world examples and exercises to make this thorough book more valuable and useful than ever. Whether you're new to AutoCAD or just looking for a quick refresher, you'll find the fast, focused introduction to AutoCAD you need to get quickly up to speed. *. Explore the all-new interface in AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009. *. Navigate the new Ribbon panel to access the tools you need. *. Master the basics of drawing and editing with precision. *. Add and edit notes and dimensions. *. Learn the fundamentals of 2D drawings and 3D models. *. Understand layers, blocks, groups, and external references. *. Find areas and distances quickly. *. Easily extract hidden data. George Omura is the all-time bestselling AutoCAD author and was cited as the favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's "Best of Everything CAD" issue. more...

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Master the art of 2D and 3D technical drawing with Alf Yarwood’s comprehensive and highly practical introductory guide more...

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Security Convergence describes the movement in business to combine the roles of physical security and security management with network computer security measures within an organization. This is the first book to discuss the subject of security convergence, providing real-world illustrations of implementation and the cost-saving benefits that result. Security Convergence discusses security management, electronic security solutions, and network security and the manner in which all of these interact. Combining security procedures and arriving at complete security solutions improves efficiency, greatly improves security, and saves companies money. Implementation of convergence principles has increased rapidly and the number of businesses moving to this model will continue to grow over the next few years. All security professionals, regardless of background, will find this a useful reference and a practical look at the benefits of convergence and a look to the future of how organizations and corporations will protect their assets. more...

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* The perfect desktop guide to AutoCAD Civil 3D 2008 from a trio of award-winning authors who are Civil 3D experts; their practical tutorials and real-world examples focus squarely on teaching vital Civil 3D tips, tricks, and techniques. * Covers the best methods for creating, editing, displaying, and labeling all of the elements of a civil engineering project. * Features in-depth, detailed coverage of surveying, points, alignments, surfaces, profiles, corridors, grading, LandXML and LDT Project Transfer, cross sections, pipe networks, project management, Vault, and data shortcuts. * Includes a valuable CD with all the tutorial files necessary to complete the book's exercises, as well as useful utilities and plug-ins, and a trial version of the Civil 3D software. more...

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In Mastering Autodesk VIZ X, VIZ expert Jon McFarland teaches you how to get the most out of Autodesk's potent 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software. As you follow real-world examples, you'll quickly see how to apply these techniques to y more...

Price: $69.99