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This CD-ROM invites users to make a multi-media exploration of the Church and to learn more about the importance of church and our role as God's faithful people. Included is an exploration of the Mass, featuring colorful illustrations, narration, photos, music and videos, all describing the different parts of the Mass in a fun and entertaining way. This CD is usable for Windows 95 and later versions. ... Read more

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Since September 11, 2001, Americans have been concerned about our personal safety, access to private information about us on the Internet, threats to our nation’s vast infrastructure upon which we all depend, terrorism, the integrity of information vital to the smooth operation of our government, and much more. Young adults are turning to the challenges of a career in cybersecurity and national safety as they join the ranks of the women and men who are striving to make our nation safer.

Have you ever wondered how the Internet works, how it affects just about every aspect of American life, from your telephone, drinking water, the heating system of your home and school, the operation of your family’s car, to record keeping at your school, bank, local hospital, and everywhere else? Do you read medical thrillers and wonder how to prevent the unleashing into our environment of lethal bacteria and viruses by terrorists? Do you think about identity theft when you order something over the Internet or pay by credit card at your favorite store?

If you have a real love of knowledge and learning, can think logically, are fascinated by the use of technology, don’t mind paying attention to small details, can work independently and in groups, enjoy problem solving and talking in front of a group, can be persuasive, and love reading, science, and math in school, a career in cybersecurity and national safety may be perfect for you!

In Cool Careers for Girls in Cybersecurity and National Safety, the newest volumn in our popular "Cool Careers for Girls" series, you’ll meet women who were once young girls like yourself. You’ll explore their careers as a security manager, combat casualty care and emergency response researcher, computer network security specialist, federal information security specialist, cyber smuggling analyst, military security engineer, security consultant and author, computer security entrepreneur, mechanical engineer, and corporate security analyst.

In addition to reading about their personal and professional lives, you’ll learn about the personality characteristics and physical and mental abilities you will need for these jobs. You’ll also get an idea of what salary range you might expect and the educational requirements for each career.

A personality checklist for each job
Advice on what you can do now to get started
A list of books to read and websites to check out
Places to contact for mentoring and educational programs
What Readers Learn:

Skills needed to succeed in each career
Physical demands of the jobs
Support women receive to pursue their goals
Amount of leisure time provided by jobs
How career demands and home life are balanced
Subjects studied to prepare for these jobs ... Read more

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Awarded a Book-of-the-Year Finalist by ForeWord Magazine, the paperback edition is now available. For those ages 10 and up who have ever been bullied in school. ... Read more

Reviews (3)

The Computer's Nerd...
When Aurthur is being bullied at school, he finds a way for revenge. However, he will soon learn that "The Game" not only gives him the revenge on his bullies, but it will, a little at a time, make him feel that things only got worse instead of better.

As soon as I begin reading The Computer's Nerd I was instantly drawn into the story and characters. As each chapter ended, I found myself in the next chapter; I wanted to know "what would happen next"! Needless to say, I ended up reading the whole book before I put it down.

If you're looking for a good book that you can curl up with, and a book that will keep you "wanting to know more", then order your copy of The Computer's Nerd today. This is a truly wonderful book!

cute cover, mediocre story
I've been studying nerds and the stereotype for several years so I try to read everything out there- including this. While the story has a very nice message, in fact, one nicely worded too, you have get through 130 pages of cliched and corny story to get to it. Oh well....

Every school library should have a copy of this book.
Arthur Dingle was the smartest boy in school, but his appearance screamed the word NERD! He was bullied daily by three schoolmates named Matt, Ned, and Victor. He hated the three guys, but had no idea how to fight back. Let's face it, Arthur did not know HOW to fight and the odds were 3-to-1. So what to do?

Then his parents gave him a computer! The first thing Arthur noticed was a file called THE GAME. Once he opened the file, The Game seemed to come alive. It knew all about Arthur and his problems. In fact, The Game could read his mind! The Game allowed him to get even with the mean kids.

Problem was that The Game was not exactly user-friendly. Arthur found himself digging a deep hole of lies and deceit. Arthur had to somehow win the awful game or The Game may delete him!

No matter your age, be it nine or thirty-nine, you will find yourself riveted by this story! It delivers a powerful message on right and wrong, as well as, the possible consequences of the choices students make in today's world. This book should be part of the "required reading list" of schools! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! ... Read more

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Great for kids.
This is a great book for children who want a little insight into 3d animation. It has a simple step by step example of what a production process might be like. Easy for kids to get an idea. Not by any means meant to teach anyone how to do computer animation, but a good way to spark some interest in a young child.

WHAT????... I'm shocked
This book is an insolence.
All scenes are faked, i.e. the storyboard with final rendered scenes, and illustrations in a bad quality I've never seen before .
The techniques in modelling and setting up the characters were
blasphemy.
Did you ever seen, that the antlers of a goat are distorting and flexible? Why they need a bone-structure?

I'm 3D-Artist since 12 years and can say:

THIS BOOK IS NOT WORTH THE MONEY...!

For those who wish to 3d animate.
I recieved this book as a gift from one of my relatives. This shows the work and effort that goes into computer animation. This book is really intresting, and shows one of the Navy Spirit Ad in the process. ... Read more

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More than 50 activities help students develop skills in word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia presentations, graphic design, and using the Internet. ... Read more