Author: Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101478845
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory
Author: Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101478845
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101478845
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why
The Complete Idiot's Guide to PC Games
Author: David Haskin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781567615470
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This book's friendly format combines solid instructions with a light-hearted style full of wit and humor that takes the fear out of choosing a game and running a program. It teaches the user how to set up, configure, and optimize their computer system for PC games.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781567615470
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
This book's friendly format combines solid instructions with a light-hearted style full of wit and humor that takes the fear out of choosing a game and running a program. It teaches the user how to set up, configure, and optimize their computer system for PC games.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Computer Basics, 5th Edition
Author: Joe Kraynak
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101022175
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Time for an upgrade! The fifth edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Computer Basics places the reader in charge of the computer, rather than the other way around, and places the focus on software troubleshooting rather than hardware techno-babble. The reader wants to do something practical with his or her computer—this book shows them how. • Covers basic office programs and how to manage photo, video, and music files • Advice on safe web-surfing, including coverage of newsgroups, message boards, and mailing lists • New green computing initiatives that help protect the environment • Maintenance and upgrading information
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101022175
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Time for an upgrade! The fifth edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Computer Basics places the reader in charge of the computer, rather than the other way around, and places the focus on software troubleshooting rather than hardware techno-babble. The reader wants to do something practical with his or her computer—this book shows them how. • Covers basic office programs and how to manage photo, video, and music files • Advice on safe web-surfing, including coverage of newsgroups, message boards, and mailing lists • New green computing initiatives that help protect the environment • Maintenance and upgrading information
Crossword Puzzles and Word Games - The Complete Idiot's Guide
Author: Matt Gaffney
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592573912
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
It’ll ____ like hotcakes! The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Crossword Puzzles and Word Gamesis designed for every puzzler, from novice to expert. Nationally known expert Matt Gaffney has crafted 150 crossword puzzles and exercises, not only to entertain readers, but also to improve their skills. With his unique feature of annotated solved grids that explain the process of how to solve the clues and complete the puzzle, it is destined to become a classic. -More than 150 crossword puzzles, exercises, and other word games -Unique feature of annotated solutions to increase the reader’s solving power -Comprehensive word lists -Nationally published crossword puzzle expert
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592573912
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
It’ll ____ like hotcakes! The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Crossword Puzzles and Word Gamesis designed for every puzzler, from novice to expert. Nationally known expert Matt Gaffney has crafted 150 crossword puzzles and exercises, not only to entertain readers, but also to improve their skills. With his unique feature of annotated solved grids that explain the process of how to solve the clues and complete the puzzle, it is destined to become a classic. -More than 150 crossword puzzles, exercises, and other word games -Unique feature of annotated solutions to increase the reader’s solving power -Comprehensive word lists -Nationally published crossword puzzle expert
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Magic Tricks
Author: Tom Ogden
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028627076
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
Presents step-by-step instructions for performing hundreds of tricks, provides tips on establishing a stage presence, and offers methods and styles of master magicians
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028627076
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
Presents step-by-step instructions for performing hundreds of tricks, provides tips on establishing a stage presence, and offers methods and styles of master magicians
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess Openings
Author: William Aramil
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 144065185X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
It’s your move . . . The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Chess Openings provides all readers need to know to solidify their opening game and get on the road to victory. In it, the authors provide a step-by-step walk-through of 100 of the most effective opening moves. Each opening strategy is clearly and succinctly explained, with numerous illustrations that bolster the reader’s understanding. • Step-by-step advice and strategies, as well as helpful illustrations • Approximately 605 million people worldwide play chess; the World Chess Federation estimates that more than 285 million play chess online
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 144065185X
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
It’s your move . . . The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Chess Openings provides all readers need to know to solidify their opening game and get on the road to victory. In it, the authors provide a step-by-step walk-through of 100 of the most effective opening moves. Each opening strategy is clearly and succinctly explained, with numerous illustrations that bolster the reader’s understanding. • Step-by-step advice and strategies, as well as helpful illustrations • Approximately 605 million people worldwide play chess; the World Chess Federation estimates that more than 285 million play chess online
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Football
Author: Mike Beacom
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110145878X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
Don't feel left out in the roar of the crowd Football is the most popular sport in America today. It's also the most complicated, especially to those who watch their loved ones hibernate in football heaven from September to February. Here's the book that levels the playing field for novices, giving them a simple, clear, and comprehensive guide worthy of a Lombardi Trophy. Finally, get in the game with: • Basic rules and objectives • Player position, strategies, formations, and plays • The business of football • Differences between high school, college, and pro football • Fantasy football
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 110145878X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 366
Book Description
Don't feel left out in the roar of the crowd Football is the most popular sport in America today. It's also the most complicated, especially to those who watch their loved ones hibernate in football heaven from September to February. Here's the book that levels the playing field for novices, giving them a simple, clear, and comprehensive guide worthy of a Lombardi Trophy. Finally, get in the game with: • Basic rules and objectives • Player position, strategies, formations, and plays • The business of football • Differences between high school, college, and pro football • Fantasy football
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Children's Books
Author: Harold D. Underdown
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592571437
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Provides practical and timely advice on writing different types of children's books, working with publishers, understanding the publishing process, the importance of illustrators, and building a career in the field of children's literature. Original. 12,000 first printing.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592571437
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Provides practical and timely advice on writing different types of children's books, working with publishers, understanding the publishing process, the importance of illustrators, and building a career in the field of children's literature. Original. 12,000 first printing.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Knowledge Management
Author: Melissie Clemmons Rumizen
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641775
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Discusses management models and concepts, strategies for sharing knowledge, and ways to implement the concept within a company.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780028641775
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Discusses management models and concepts, strategies for sharing knowledge, and ways to implement the concept within a company.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Physics
Author: Johnnie T. Dennis
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570812
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Intended for high school and college students required to take at least one physics course, this book offers an easy-to-understand, comprehensive companion to their school textbooks that brings real-world relevance, and even a touch of fun, to Einstein's favorite subject.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592570812
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Intended for high school and college students required to take at least one physics course, this book offers an easy-to-understand, comprehensive companion to their school textbooks that brings real-world relevance, and even a touch of fun, to Einstein's favorite subject.