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Computer Vision: Algorithms and Applications (Viewed: 783 times)

Posted under Computer Vision

Tue Dec 23, 2008 6:27 am

An introduction to computer vision algorithms and applications. Emphasizes on basic techniques that work under real-world conditions.

Math Alive (Viewed: 1325 times)

Posted under Mathematics

Wed Dec 03, 2008 11:30 pm

Lecture notes designed for those who haven't had college mathematics but would like to understand some of the mathematical concepts behind important modern applications.

Principles of Semiconductor Devices (Viewed: 1113 times)

Posted under Computer Organization and Architecture

Tue Dec 02, 2008 12:08 am

This textbook provides the basic principles of common semiconductor devices, with a special focus on Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect-Transistors (MOSFETs).

Patterns for Time-triggered Embedded Systems (Viewed: 1421 times)

Posted under Computer Organization and Architecture

Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:30 pm

The first comprehensive set of "design patterns" to support the rapid development of reliable embedded systems based on resource-constrained embedded processors.

Open Source Security Tools: Practical Guide to Security Applications (Viewed: 2213 times)

Posted under Information Security

Wed Oct 15, 2008 7:37 pm

A practical, hands-on introduction to open source security tools.

Function Point Training and Analysis Manual (Viewed: 2284 times)

Posted under Software Engineering

Tue Sep 23, 2008 5:11 am

This book describes function point analysis, a method to break systems into smaller components, so they can be better understood and analyzed.

Vector Calculus (Viewed: 3172 times)

Posted under Mathematics

Wed Sep 17, 2008 6:36 am

This is a text on elementary multivariable calculus, designed for students who have completed courses in single-variable calculus.

IT Security Cookbook (Viewed: 4539 times)

Posted under Information Security

Sat Aug 16, 2008 10:12 pm

This book is intended as a self help guide to computer and network security, primarily for security managers, programmers and system administrators.

Tips to Succeed in Software Engineering Student Projects (Viewed: 4144 times)

Posted under Software Engineering

Sat Aug 02, 2008 5:13 pm

This book is a collection of practical tips for students taking Software Engineering project courses.

George Benthien's Numerical Mathematics Tutorials (Viewed: 4533 times)

Posted under Other 'free computer books' sites

Sat May 24, 2008 11:54 am

A collection of tutorials and technical papers by Dr. George Benthien.

From Algorithms to Vision Systems – Machine Vision Group 25 years (Viewed: 3615 times)

Posted under Computer Vision

Tue May 13, 2008 10:04 am

Presents 25 years story of MVG, University of Oulu, Finland. A majority of the book consists of a selection of MVG's most important and most merited scientific publications in their original form.

Notes on Discrete Mathematics (Viewed: 6907 times)

Posted under Discrete Mathematics

Tue May 06, 2008 11:32 am

Covers fundamental concepts and tools in discreet mathematics with emphasis on their applications to computer science.

Introduction to Computer Science (Viewed: 13252 times)

Posted under Introduction to Computer Science

Tue May 06, 2008 10:45 am

A textbook for a first computer science course for students majoring in computer science, as well as mathematics and the physical and social sciences. Updated regularly.

Practical Foundations for Programming Languages (Viewed: 5211 times)

Posted under Functional Programming

Sat May 03, 2008 6:45 am

A working draft of a book on the foundations of programming languages. Emphasizes on the concept of type structure that governs programming languages syntax and semantics.

ARM: Assembly Language Programming (Viewed: 7556 times)

Posted under Assembly

Sat May 03, 2008 6:29 am

An introduction to Advanced RISC Machines Ltd (ARM) assembler and assembly language programming.