Warren Books

The life of the Buddha, his teachings, and his monastic order form the substance of this work - Buddhism portrayed in the words of the Buddhists themselves and from the basic texts. The Pali passages, done into vigorous English and accurately rendered, were chosen to make a systematically complete presentation of the subject. The abiding importance and value of the work has become ever clearer in the years since its first publication in the Harvard Oriental Series [circa 1896].
--- from book's back cover

This is truly a strange little book. It is the work of 13 different authors and artists and addresses the subject of birth. How did we get here? How were we born? Each story if quite different and each artist is quite unique in their take of the subject. Some of the stories do address the subject of evolution. Some of love. Some of the stories are a bit graphic. Please refer to the review by Publishers Weekly. This is one of the few reviews they ever got correct and nailed it pretty well. I would strongly suggest that a parent read this one first before it is presented to the child. I think that most adults will find the book quite good, but am not at all sure if all children would. Parents know their children best and this is one of those times that the parent needs to do their job and do some decision making. I would have not problem reading this one to one of my children, but would hesitate reading to to someone elses child without parents approval. I do feel, for the most part that the art work was quite well done and it is sure to catch the childs eye. It is a rather fun book and as I said, I enjoyed ever page of it. Well done!

Ever wished you grabbed a network security title off the shelf and found it to be comprehensive enough, covering hot topics such as security policies, risk management, top-level attacks and security threats in a non-technical manner, but without compromising quality and important information?

If so, then this is your book. Catherine Paquet, Warren Saxe and Cisco Press have managed to produce what seems to be more than just `another fine title'.

The Business Case For Network Security is a book aimed at people.

The book is well written using simple English language, allowing people of all levels to clearly understand the topics analysed. The target audience would seem to be people in a managerial position or network professionals who require basic understanding of network threats, security measures, risk assessment tools etc., without getting into the details required by a programmer or security auditor.

So what's covered?

The book has 3 main sections:
1) Vulnerabilities and Technologies
2) Human and Financial Issues
3) Policies and Future

Vulnerabilities and Technologies

The first section is certainly a favourite!

It starts by introducing the reader to the world of security by exposing the damage caused by exploits and hackers in general.

Continuing with a small yet effective analysis of `the hacker', where they come from, how they are categorised, the authors then move into the popular topic `categories of attacks'. Here are just a few illustrated and well documented attacks outlined in the book:
* Buffer Overflow and Bandwidth Consumption
* Domain Name Hijacking
* Mail Bomb
* Distributed Denial of Service Attack
* Footprinting
* Eavesdropping
* Password Attack

Even the new wireless attacks are included here, along with the famous `Social Engineering Tactics'!

The authors take the reader through ways to protect a network from these types of attacks. Virus protection, traffic filtering, encryption, content filtering, assessment and auditing are a few of the methods and tactics analysed.

Human and Financial Issues

The second section is where this wonderful book starts to really move away from your everyday security book. It discusses in detail how company managers are able to `secure' their network by enforcing policies and providing strict guidelines to their employees.

This is a topic many books fail to cover in the detail required. Some don't mention it at all. If you consider that the `human factor' still remains the greatest threat of all, then you'll understand how important this topic is. The book does a great job by not only fully covering the topic, but also providing useful information to help managers start thinking and acting accordingly.

A generous 130 pages are devoted to this section and here are a few of the topics discussed:
* Securing the Organization: Equipment and Access
* Managing the Availability and Integrity of Operations
* Mobilizing the Human Element: Creating a Secure Culture
* Determining Rules and Defining Compliance
* Ensuring a Successful Security Policy Approach
* Involving the Board
* Recognizing the Goals of the Corporation
* Outlining Methods IT Managers Can Use to Engage the Organization
* Risk Aversion and Security Topologies
* Return on Prevention: Investing in Capital Assets

We don't want to tell you all the topics, but from this sample you get the idea. Guidelines for creating policies is not something you'll find easy and most IT Managers end up turning to security companies to provide them with the information contained in this book!

Policies and Future

The last section of the book extends the policies to provide more sophisticated technical `hands-on' policies. These polices are the key elements your engineers (or you) will use to ensure your security systems and network(s) are safeguarded from the prying eyes of hackers.

The reader is given an understanding of the purposes of the various policies available and how they can be implemented. Physical security policies, access-control policies, VPN and encryption policies, Data sensitivity, retention and ethics policies are just a few.

The authors make it clear that `Security is a Living Process' and describe methodology required to ensure you're not caught off-guard by uninvited guests.

Overall the book gets the thumbs up, and is highly recommended to IT Managers, networking professionals and business executives seeking to asses their organisations risks and introduce mechanisms to protect their investments, data and integrity.

This book is a goldmine of vital information, so get out there and grab yourself a copy - you surely won't regret it!

From Front Jacket:

"Ever since August 2, 1873, when the first cable car moved up Clay Street, these cars have inspired visitors with their charm and uniqueness. To San Franciscans they are an institution that must be cared for and protected, in spite of the progress in modern transportation. 'The Cable Car Book,' with its unique collection of over 150 black-and-white photographs, traces the history of the cable care and its ability to survive to the present day.

The passenger-carrying cable car was invented and developed in San Francisco, where it flourished; in the early 1890s eight different companies operated 20 lines and more than 25 miles of track. After its emergence in San Francisco, the cable car soon began to operate in other cities across the country including New York, St. Louis, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia. Yet today only in San Francisco does the cable car still exist, climbing the city's hills and coasting down the other side."

Funny, funny, funny. What surprised me most was finding out it was based on actual events (meaning that they did go on a camping trip). I enjoy everytime I listen to it.

Cap'n Warren's Wards is the first book by Joseph C. Lincoln that moves off the fictional towns of Cape Cod (in this case South Denboro) and into the big city hustle of Manhattan. Elijah Warren finds himself the guardian of his brother's children who are rapidly reaching adulthood but haven't had to face the harsh realities of self responsibility due to their father's wealth. Unfortunately now there are a few snags with A. Rodgers Warren's estate and Cap'n Warren decides its best to toughen his wards up and maybe teach them some humility in the process.

I've wanted to be a wildlife film-maker for as long as I can remember but knew it was competitive and had little idea how to get started. Then I found this book. I suddenly feel like I know so much more about the industry and have much more confidence. The case studies of many of my heroes were fascinating and made me feel like I did have a chance after all. I also have a much clearer idea how the wildlife film-making business works and how professional movies are made. I had no idea how many different people and jobs were involved in film-making and this book covers them all. This is the only book on this topic ever written - so if you want to work in wildlife film-making you can't really do without it.

New Zealand is going through something of a renaissance of tourism following the Lord of the Rings films and the programmes of Billy Connolly. Of course, New Zealand is perfectly located on that part of the earth's surface to give it tropical, sub-tropical and non-tropical locations. That, in itself, makes the country extremely interesting in terms of flora and fauna - both above and below the surface of the sea.

I like the fact that the Contents page is headed "Map of New Zealand - page 6." What better place to start. The remainder of that page reads; The Farthest Paradise, the Land, Outlying Islands, the People, History, Relics of History and, finally, the Political and Economic Systems. And they are all there, Described in an easy-to-read and flowing style which makes you want to call your travel operator and head for this wonderful country.

Well supported throughout with a carefully chosen and relevant selection of photographs from yesterday and today, this is a book which will explain New Zealand - as it should be explained, to anyone who wants to know.

NM

No where that I could see was there information that this item was in Spanish. I do not read Spanish, so the item was returned.

Since I am very familiar with the Celebrate Reovery material, I am sure it was excellenti!

Vaya con Dios!
(Go with God)

I guess I know a little spanish.

Thanks, Scott

Mr. Warren has written a delightful tale that will leave you guessing the outcome until the final page. He creatively interweaves his characters and plot lines in all his works, making it fun and interesting for the reader. It is very evident that Mr. Warren enjoys writing, and hopefully he will continue to share his talents with future works.

President
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