Book Chapters

Browse through our list of free online computer science, engineering and programming textbooks excerpts and chapter downloads.

How EDR systems detect malicious activity

Endpoint detection and response tools help SOCs separate benign events from malicious activity. Learn how this EDR function works.
How to solve 2 MFA challenges: SIM swapping and MFA fatigue

While MFA improves account security, attacks still exploit it. Learn about two MFA challenges -- SIM swapping and MFA fatigue -- and how to mitigate them.
Explore real-world examples of AI implementation success

In 'All-In on AI,' authors Davenport and Mittal explore AI implementation examples from organizations that already made the AI leap with success. Read this book excerpt to learn more.
Build a natural language processing chatbot from scratch

In this excerpt from the book 'Natural Language Processing in Action,' you'll walk through the steps of creating a simple chatbot to understand how to start building NLP pipelines.
The need to demystify software testing for developers

With how quickly demands for functionality can change in today's dynamic application environments, the case for developers to learn core testing skills could be stronger than ever.
How recruiters can reject candidates respectfully

How recruiters reject job candidates can make a huge difference in a candidate's feelings towards a company. Learn some ways that recruiters can improve the rejection process.
Considerations to plan AI storage architecture for big data

This chapter from 'The Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Workshop' examines how to plan for AI data storage. Plan for factors like volume and scale for long-term success.
The role of NVMe network storage for the future

This chapter excerpt from 'Building a Future-Proof Cloud Infrastructure' examines the role networking and storage protocols, like NVMe, could have in the remote storage market.
The 3 types of chatbots for beginners and how to build them

Various types of chatbots exist, but three types, in particular, are easiest for beginners to learn and build independently. Find out more in this chapter excerpt.
How procurement's little-known importance helps supply chain

The procurement department's importance is likely little-known within their own company. But procurement can contribute more than cost analysis to the supply chain.
The role of smartNICs in modern enterprise networks

This chapter excerpt from 'Building a Future-Proof Cloud Infrastructure' looks at how smartNICs can support distributed services platforms for both cloud providers and enterprises.
5G core network functionality driven by SDN, NFV

To reap the full benefits of 5G, operators are using SDN, NFV and network slicing to build out core network functionality.
Understanding virtual meetings pros and cons

This chapter excerpt from 'Suddenly Virtual' explores the importance of using video for virtual meetings and the challenges of always being on camera.
A glimpse into Python network automation and APIs

This chapter excerpt from 'Mastering Python Networking' dives into the importance of APIs and network state when working with Python network automation and intent-based networking.
Advice on intent-based networking and Python automation

In his book, 'Mastering Python Networking,' Eric Chou provides network practitioners with the concepts they need to understand APIs, intent-based networking and automation.
Tips to prepare for Google Cloud Architect certification

Author of 'Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect All-in-One Exam Guide' Iman Ghanizada explains how to approach the cloud architect certification and role in this Q&A.
The role of IT4IT in cloud service management (CSM)

In his book 'Cloud Service Management and Governance -- Smart Service Management in Cloud Era,' author Enamul Haque explains how IT4IT can help the reader create a plan for CSM and ensure managers understand the value each cloud service provides their organization.
Cutting through the fear of how AI will affect jobs through automation

Dive into Steven Shwartz's recent book, 'Evil Robots, Killer Computers, and Other Myths,' with a chapter excerpt on employment and the future of work.
Overcome common IoT edge computing architecture issues

IoT and edge computing connect the previously unconnected world, which comes with its share of difficulties that development teams and architects must not underestimate.
Why developers should consider automated threat modeling

Traditional threat modeling is hard. Can automated threat modeling make development and security teams' lives easier?
Investigate IoT and edge computing nuances for architects

Author of 'IoT and Edge Computing for Architects' Perry Lea shares his expert advice on how to design interconnected architecture that addresses the challenges of both technologies.
PMP exam prep: Are you ready to take the exam?

Before signing up to take the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam, use this guide to ensure that you fulfill all requirements, including educational and professional experience.
CLI commands every IT pro should know

This excerpt from 'CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Tenth Edition,' published by McGraw-Hill Education, provides an introduction into common command-line prompts for Windows, Linux and macOS.
CompTIA troubleshooting steps and solving common computer problems

This excerpt from 'ITF+ CompTIA IT Fundamentals All-in-One Exam Guide, Second Edition,' published by McGraw-Hill Education, provides a practical framework to follow when troubleshooting is necessary.
6 lessons learned from 'The Phoenix Project'

In The Phoenix Project, a seminal business novel about a fictional American company working through its digital transformation, there is a wealth of insightful lessons about DevOps, IT and working for a modern corporation in general.
The Phoenix Project book club - Chapters 1 and 2 podcast

This podcast (with transcript) covers the first two chapters of The Phoenix Project, a popular business and technology book about DevOps.
If software architects' soft skills fail, so does the business

Mark Richards and Neal Ford, authors of 'Fundamentals of Software Architecture,' share real-life examples of why architects must communicate well, and explain how to do it.
Gene Kim explores DevOps transformation in 'The Unicorn Project'

This chapter excerpt from Gene Kim's 'The Unicorn Project' touches on one of the book's core themes: Roadblocks occur when developers, ops and business leaders are misaligned.
Book excerpt: Communication structures of an organization

The following is an excerpt from 'Team Topologies: Organizing Business and Technology Teams for Fast Flow,' by Matthew Skelton and Manuel Pais, as well as a Q&A with the authors.
AWS managed services improve performance, cost efficiency

In this book excerpt from Effective DevOps with AWS, learn how to drive performance improvements and reduce costs with data management services.
Three ways to build a big data system

In a book excerpt, author Dale Neef outlines and compares different approaches organizations can take when trying to bring a big data system into their IT environments.
Book excerpt: How the SAP HANA platform stores data

This excerpt from 'Implementing SAP HANA, 2nd Edition,' explains the ins and outs of row and column storage, and how SAP HANA's approach to data storage can improve compression and performance.
Want to get into mobile marketing? Know your customer

In this book excerpt, author and industry watcher Chuck Martin shows how customers' mobile behaviors should dictate companies' marketing strategies.
Book excerpt: Production Planning and Control with SAP ERP

Read a chapter from a book by Jawad Akhtar that provides a step-by-step approach to creating different production types in SAP ERP.
Defining and using KPIs in a successful business intelligence system

In this book excerpt, author David Loshin discusses how to select key performance indicators and turn data into actionable knowledge for BI success.