No Starch Press: 203 books
Lauren Ipsum
A Story About Computer Science and Other Improbable Things
Language: English
Release Date: December 14, 2014
Lauren Ipsum is a whimsical journey through a land where logic and computer science come to life.
Meet Lauren, an adventurer lost in Userland who needs to find her way home by solving a series of puzzles. As she visits places like the Push & Pop Café and makes friends with people like...
Android Security Internals
An In-Depth Guide to Android's Security Architecture
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2014
There are more than one billion Android devices in use today, each one a potential target. Unfortunately, many fundamental Android security features have been little more than a black box to all but the most elite security professionals—until now.
In Android Security Internals, top Android...
by Jason Andress
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2019
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2019
High-level overview of the information security field. Covers key concepts like confidentiality, integrity, and availability, then dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security.
Foundations of Information...
Practical Malware Analysis
The Hands-On Guide to Dissecting Malicious Software
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2012
Malware analysis is big business, and attacks can cost a company dearly. When malware breaches your defenses, you need to act quickly to cure current infections and prevent future ones from occurring.
For those who want to stay ahead of the latest malware, Practical Malware Analysis will teach...
Linux Firewalls
Attack Detection and Response
Language: English
Release Date: September 7, 2007
System administrators need to stay ahead of new security vulnerabilities that leave their networks exposed every day. A firewall and an intrusion detection systems (IDS) are two important weapons in that fight, enabling you to proactively deny access and monitor network traffic for signs of an attack.
Linux...
The LEGO Adventure Book, Vol. 1
Cars, Castles, Dinosaurs and More!
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
Unleash your imagination as you journey through the wide-ranging world of LEGO building with The LEGO Adventure Book. This inspiring tour is filled with bright visuals, step-by-step breakdowns of 25 models, and nearly 200 example models from the world's best builders. Learn to build robots, trains,...
by Allan Bedford
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: November 12, 2012
What's the difference between a tile and a plate? Why isn't it a good idea to stack bricks in columns to make a wall? How do you build a LEGO mosaic or build at different scales? You’ll find the answers to these and other questions in The Unofficial LEGO Builder’s Guide.
Now in full color,...
Snip, Burn, Solder, Shred
Seriously Geeky Stuff to Make with Your Kids
Language: English
Release Date: November 15, 2010
Snip, Burn, Solder, Shred is packed with fun craft and toy-making projects for geeks on a budget. Inside, you’ll find illustrated instructions for 24 quirky playthings. Part I: Kid Stuff contains child-friendly projects like the Lock-N-Latch Treasure Chest and a PVC TeePee; Part II: The Electro-Skiffle...
by David J. Perdue, Laurens Valk
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2010
The LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT 2.0 set offers hundreds of building elements, programming software, and powerful electronics that you can use to create amazing robots. But where do you begin?
This eagerly awaited second edition of the bestselling Unofficial LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Inventor's Guide...
The LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT 2.0 Discovery Book
A Beginner's Guide to Building and Programming Robots
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2010
Discover the many features of the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT 2.0 set. The LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT 2.0 Discovery Book is the complete, illustrated, beginner's guide to MINDSTORMS that you've been looking for.
The crystal clear instructions in the Discovery Book will show you how to harness the capabilities...
The Car Hacker's Handbook
A Guide for the Penetration Tester
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2016
Modern cars are more computerized than ever. Infotainment and navigation systems, Wi-Fi, automatic software updates, and other innovations aim to make driving more convenient. But vehicle technologies haven’t kept pace with today’s more hostile security environment, leaving millions vulnerable...
by Terry Griffin
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2014
With its colorful, block-based interface, The LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 programming language is designed to allow anyone to program intelligent robots, but its powerful features can be intimidating at first. The Art of LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Programming is a full-color, beginner-friendly guide designed...
The LEGO Build-It Book, Vol. 2
More Amazing Vehicles
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2013
With just one collection of LEGO bricks, you can build any of these 10 models—from the simple Hot Rod to the mighty Excavator. Tips and tricks will inspire you to create your own amazing models. Whether you’re new to the LEGO Build-It Book series or ready for a new challenge, you’re in for hours...
by Hiroyuki Kojima, Shin Togami, Becom Co. Ltd.
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2009
Noriko is just getting started as a junior reporter for the Asagake Times. She wants to cover the hard-hitting issues, like world affairs and politics, but does she have the smarts for it? Thankfully, her overbearing and math-minded boss, Mr. Seki, is here to teach her how to analyze her stories with...