Virtual environments such as games and animated and "real" movies require realistic sound effects that can be integrated by computer synthesis. The book emphasizes physical modeling of sound and focuses on real-world interactive sound effects. It is intended for game developers, graphics programmers, developers of virtual reality systems and training simulators, and others who want to learn abo…
By New York Times bestselling author and Minecraft expert, Megan Miller, a full-color book full of practical advice that boys and girls will refer to again and again! Minecraft is the one game that children, parents, and teaches all agree on. It’s great fun and a wonderful teaching tool. The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters reveals expert tricks of the trade for gamers. Th…
Anyone can play Fortnite Battle Royale—but only one in 100 can win. If you want to join that elite group, it’s time to step up your game and get the Fortnite Battle Royal Pro Gamer Guide. This in-depth guide contains the secrets, stunts, and strategies you need to gain the expertise it would otherwise take months of play to learn. It covers everything from fighting, building, and hoarding l…
Boys and girls will learn how to build awesome structures, defense strategies for fending off hostile mobs, and great tips on mining, farming, and more! Become a Minecraft master! With hundreds of millions of registered Minecraft accounts, Minecraft is a gaming phenomenon that children (and parents and teachers) love. Here is a big, full-color unofficial “hacker’s” super-guide dedicate…
This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023. Benefit from the knowledge of our renowned expert authors to navigate through the content of the updated Cambridge IGCSE (TM) and O Level Computer Science syllabuses
Design and build a real, working website from scratch, using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Written for complete beginners of all ages, this book uses simple step-by-step instructions -and zero jargon - to help readers get to grips with basic web design and create their very own space on the internet. With bright quirky illustrations throughout and lots of extra advice and downloads via Usborne Quic…
This book looks at the basics of computer networks. It describes what networks are and how they work, the different kinds of network, and the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web. It explains how to contact people online using email and social networks, shows how networks can be used to work with other people online, and touches on creating websites and blogs. The topics cover…
There's a war being waged on the web. On one side are the crooks, terrorists, and spies who use the Internet for illegal activities. On the other side are the cops, computer geniuses, and counterspies who want to bring them down. How is this war fought? And who's winning it?