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Social media is a part of everyday life, and businesses have taken note. Today, social media managers are needed to help shepherd companies into the next era of how business is done. This resource is a straightforward guide for those who choose social media management as a career path. It explains job preparation and education, networking strategies, and creation of a portfolio and résumé and offers practical tips for advancement in the field. It also describes the steps to building a private practice. This accessible, fun volume is an insightful look into a career that is still in its infancy.
The wide range of planets in our small solar system alone is remarkable--giant planets; dwarf planets; rocky, watery, and gaseous planets; frigid planets and blazing-hot planets; and planets surrounded by rings or multiple moons. Then travel beyond our solar system and begin exploring the so-called exoplanets, and the variety is even more dazzling. Even readers who think they know everything about planets will find much to intrigue, excite, and thrill them here, including fascinating facts, the latest findings, and eye-popping, full-color, high-definition photos and explanatory graphics. A must-have foundational resource for every burgeoning space scientist.
The captivating, fast-paced world of motorsports gets an in-depth view in this resource that covers everything from motocross to speedboat racing to aerial acrobatics. Vivid photographs illustrate each offshoot of motorsports, including a brief history of the sport, important people who helped shape the sport, and details about some of the fastest and most high-endurance competitions. For those interested in getting started in any of these sports, the book includes resources about the type of equipment needed, the importance of getting proper training, and how to find local motorsport racing associations and local competitions.
From its early investments in the internet, to developing drones that have crept into the civilian market, the U.S. military has long been on the leading edge of technologies of all kinds. Students who are military buffs, those contemplating a career in the armed forces, and developing readers can all enjoy this thorough and timely exploration. They will learn about the important technologies that millions of combatants and support staff employ daily throughout all the major service branches, and how these technologies are speedily filtering into civilian workplaces.
Internet users can find it difficult to keep up on the ever-changing laws, issues, and challenges that affect their media experience. In clear, easy-to-grasp language, this guide explains the basic workings of internet connections, IP addresses, and bandwidth throttling. The status of information control by governments and internet providers is explored in both the United States and an international context. This insightful title makes clear the debate between those who support net neutrality and those who oppose it—a debate that affects every internet user today and in the years to come.
This resource provides information for tech-savvy readers about the ins-and-outs of customer service and technical support, including education requirements, job duties and skills, and how to get started in these fields. This practical guide reveals the best educational and experiential paths to a career and emphasizes the importance of professional networking. It also delves into the statistics most relevant to job-seekers in these fields, examining what the career market looks like long-term and what job-seekers must do to land the career that they want.
It can hardly be overstated how important keeping the power running safely is to our health, economy, and general well-being. Students fascinated by STEM topics who have considered working as an electrician will find this book an indispensable primer. Vetted, government-sourced job statistics and outlook, handy tips on looking for and landing a position, lively images, and step-by-step guidance will give students eager to embrace a career as an electrician great insight into one of the most respected and useful trades.
In our age of technology, computer programming has never been more important. This introductory text breaks down programming into its most fundamental concepts. Readers discover what it means to be a programmer as they explore the types of programs available and what they are able to do. Essential programs, computer language, and syntax are covered in an accessible style and eye-catching format. Accompanied by full-color photographs, fast facts, and a final activity, this book is a reader's first step into the world of computer programming.
Imagine escaping to a world where anything is possible. You can visit it anywhere or anytime. That notion is the promise of virtual reality. Using virtual reality in classrooms, students can visit Syrian refugee camps, have a tour of a college campus, or interact with artwork at the British Museum. Medical students can peer into virtual bodies and body systems in ways that they could not in the real world. Doctors can treat anxiety disorders. Besides virtual reality's benefits, this resource investigates the health concerns, privacy issues, and effects on social interactions for users.
Along with hardware, software is the other half of what makes computers run. In this easy-to-follow text, readers take a first look at software and the role it plays in the world of computing. They are introduced to relevant ideas and terminology with the help of a simple glossary and colorful photographs. The different types of software are introduced, including system and programming applications. Fast facts provide an additional layer for readers, while follow-up activities allow for extending learning off the page.