About this product: I am a big fan of the "for dummies" line of books, having just finished "How to go Bathroom for Dummies." Before purchasing "Instant Messaging for Dummies," my IMs (that stands for "instant messages" for those that haven't read the book) used to look like this:
hAy Stev e wh'ats ?up. wha t argh yo.......u do ing 3nite(?) D0 y want 3 go 3 a mo?vie
As you can see (AYCS), that is very difficult to read. I found myself ostracized (OSTZ'd) by my peers and the butt of many of their jokes, none of which I could understand because (B/C) they would make them over texts and instant messages. They would taunt me by sending me text messages calling me a "ID10T" (idiot) or a "L0ZER" (loser) and telling me to GTFO (get the heck out). I would have to write down the text messages on paper (I didn't know how to save my text messages back then either), then take them to my grandmother to translate for me. Very embarrassing. After sitting down with "Instant Messaging for Dummies" for a few weeks and with a lot of practice, my IMs (instant messages) now look like this:
4COL Steve!1!!!! 4Q UR a compl33t HOHA!@ HHO1/2K SRSLY RUOK? LTNS THX. NWDYSOMBASABMDYFF LOLOLOLLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My friends (of which I now have many), now call me the "Texting Wizard" (or Textard for short). With my new skills, I can now send IMs (instant messages) from home and even from work. I can send IMs while sitting in a taxi, standing in line to buy concert tickets, waiting to have my oil changed, babysitting, laying in bed, waiting at the deli counter for 1/2 pound of shaved turkey breast, watching my dog eat some dog food, standing in line at the grocery waiting to pay for dog food, walking back into my house after I have just fed my dog some dog food, and I can even send an IM (instant message) whilst watching TV (television). In fact, I sent an IM (instant message) just now!
One thing I do NOT recommend, is trying to instant message someone while driving. This is EXTREMELY dangerous. Since I have not learned advanced instant messaging skills, I am still limited to two hand-instant messaging. Even if you are adept enough to send a one-handed instant message, and keep one hand on the wheel, it is STILL DANGEROUS. Two of my friends died while instant messaging.
In closing, I would recommend this book to everyone who considers themselves an "instant messaging dummy," and even to those who think they may be "pros" by now, there are probably a few things this book could still teach you (did you know that 'TMOZ' stood for tomorrow?). I should caution that this book does not come with everything needed to instant message someone. You will need a phone with 'texting' capabilities (check with your manufacturer), OR a computer with texting capabilities (many models by Gateway come with this ability). In a pinch, you could always try out the basics with regular paper or papyrus scrolls.
I will conclude this review with a bit of a teaser riddle. For an explanation of the phrase below, be sure to check out the book! TTFN (ta ta for now).
About this product: LEARN TO USE JAVA MESSAGING SOFTWARE IN YOUR DISTRIBUTED APPLICATIONS!
As software becomes more complex, and the Web is leveraged further, the need for messaging software continues to grow. Virtually all software written today requires at least one form of internal, and even external, communication. Java Messaging explores the various methods of intra-process and inter-process messaging for Java software, such as JavaBean events, JMS, JAX-RPC, JAXM, SOAP, and Web Services. Programmers will learn the basics of these APIs, as well as how, when, and why to use each one, including how to use them in combination, such as combining SOAP with JMS over a WAN. The book begins by walking the reader through simple intra-process communication using JavaBean events. A set of classes is constructed that extend JavaBean events beyond one JVM, transparently using JMS. The messaging paradigms of JMS are explained thoroughly, including in-depth discussions on the theory and mechanics of message queues. Design patterns and helper classes are also explored, which ultimately combine to form a generic messaging framework that helps programmers avoid common pitfalls. This framework, explained throughout the book, provides for the seamless integration of JMS with SOAP Web Services that is required to build distributed applications. Starting from the first chapter, a comprehensive sample application (an online stock trading system) is built using the framework and messaging paradigms discussed in the book. By the end of the book, programmers will not only understand the various messaging paradigms, but they will also understand how to architect complex distributed applications that use them together – with a framework that provides a running start.
KEY FEATURES • Explores the various methods of intra-process and inter-process messaging for Java software, such as JavaBean events, JMS, JAX-RPC, JAXM, SOAP, and Web Services • Provides programmers with the practical knowledge of when and how to use each API alone, as well as together • Explains the messaging paradigms of JMS, including in-depth discussions on the theory and mechanics of message queues • Includes a development framework of classes for programmers to apply to their own projects • Teaches concepts through a comprehensive sample application (an online stock trading system) that uses the framework and messaging paradigms discussed within the book • Includes a CD-ROM with all of the sample code, the complete messaging toolkit that is explored throughout the book, open source tools, and all of the figures from the book
On the CD! * Source Code: Includes the sample applications referenced within each chapter * Figures: Contains all of the figures from the book, arranged by chapter * Java Tools: Includes the open-source tools used in the development of the book’s sample applications and toolkit * Toolkit: Contains the final, complete, messaging toolkit that is explored throughout the book SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (WIN) Windows NT/2000/XP/2003; 256 MB RAM minimum, 512 MB recommended; 250 MB of available disk space, 500 MB recommended; J2SE version 1.4.2_06 or higher; CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive; keyboard and mouse, or other pointing device
About this product: High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Unified communications (UC) is the integration of real-time communication services such as instant messaging (chat), presence information, IP telephony, video conferencing, call control and speech recognition with non real-time communication services such as unified messaging (integrated voicemail, e-mail, SMS and fax). UC is not a single product, but a set of products that provides a consistent unified user interface and user experience across multiple devices and media types. UC also refers to a trend to offer Business process integration, i.e. to simplify and integrate all forms of communications in view to optimize business processes and reduce the response time, manage flows and eliminate device and media dependencies.
About this product: THE CODE is a handy, easy-to-use, and frank reference dictionary of acronyms and abbreviations used in cell phone texting and online instant messaging. THE CODE includes important safety information that can assist in protecting the welfare of children. It will aid parents in guiding their children's online usage and habits. In THE CODE s acronym reference chapter, items of great concern are flagged for ease of recognition. These flagged items are certain words, phrases, and acronyms which are of interest to parents; items that are considered offensive or inappropriate language and actions.
THE CODE also includes additional chapters concerning topics such as the dangers of texting, online bullying, sexting, online auction safety, and other basics. THE CODE has been widely praised and endorsed by credible public figures and celebrities highly respected in their individual distinguished fields. THE CODE provides a great overview for technological neophytes, filled with helpful hints of the many intricacies of both the World Wide Web and various cellular phone activities.
About this product: * Complete instant messaging applications with design specifications, flow diagrams and source code with line-by-line explanation. * Includes 2 different Jabber-compliant IM solutions - Java based and .NET based with C#. * Each solution makes heavy use of web services. * The IM client is extended beyond the desktop to include handheld wireless devices. ABOUT THE CD-ROM CD ROM includes fully functioning IM systems built in the book, along with complete source code and additional 3rd party development tools.
About this product: Virtual reference is a vital component of twenty-first century reference service. Exclusively focused on instant messaging services, this book focuses explains the importance and practical implementation of instant messaging (IM) as a reference tool. Along with a brief history of IM and a guide to the basics, the book provides busy practitioners with a comprehensive guide to IM, including set-up, its uses in the reference interview, user and staff expectations and evaluating service. There is also coverage of more complicated features including widgets, enterprise and collaborative IM, as well as insight into privacy and security issues and best practices for promoting services.
About this product: Instant Identity: Adolescent Girls and the World of Instant Messaging explains how girls use instant messaging a primary mode of new media communication for their generation in order to flirt, bond, fight, and generally relate to peers in ways that both transcend and play into their culture s dominant gender norms. Examining IM conversations and interviews with the girls, Shayla Thiel Stern demonstrates exactly how girls use IM to construct identity and negotiate sexuality, as they constantly move between childhood and adulthood in their language and actions online. This book is among the first of its kind to truly explore the millennial generation s prevalent use of instant messaging and its implications for the future.
About this product: Building on the success of the first edition, Mobile Messaging Technologies and Services offers extensive new and revised material based upon the latest research and industry developments. While early implementations targeted person-to-person messaging, MMS has now evolved to facilitate such requirements as the mass delivery of time-sensitive messages for content-to-person messaging. This Second Edition exploits the technical maturity of MMS as it is poised to generate a wealth of new business opportunities across the mobile communications sector. The author provides the fundamental technical background required for SMS, EMS and MMS, and supports this with industry cutting-edge developments.
● Contains a revised section on the fundamentals of MMS, including an updated section on GPRS to explain current commercial implementations such as GRX applications.
● Presents the latest developments in MMS standardization, including the design of synchronized multimedia integration language (SMIL) presentations, Digital Rights Management (DRM), transcoding techniques, postcard service and support of advanced multimedia formats.
● Describes the processes for standardizing telecommunications services and technologies (3GPP, OMA, GSM Association, IETF and W3C).
● Provides updated sections on SMS, EMS and heavily revised coverage of the developments in MMS, including MMS interworking and the forthcoming MMS version 1.3.
This resource will be invaluable for application developers, manufacturers, operators and content providers involved in the design and deployment of messaging services. It will also be of interest to practitioners involved in the process of standardizing telecommunications services and technologies. Postgraduate students and researchers will benefit from having access to state-of-the-art findings backed by numerous illustrative real-world examples.
Includes a companion website featuring information on relevant standards, available phones and developers’ resources.
About this product: Instant Messaging (IM) is quickly rivaling e-mail as the electronic communications tool of choice in offices worldwide. Already used by over 100 million people globally, IM will be used more often than e-mail by 2005. Employees at 70% of U.S. companies are expected to use IM this year -- whether for legitimate business reasons or for personal purposes. But while business and personal interest in IM is exploding, the potential for problems is growing just as fast.
Instant Messaging Rules addresses the potentially costly legal, regulatory, productivity, security, training, and management challenges that IM brings to the workplace. Complete with sample policies, this timely guide offers workable solutions for establishing and enforcing rules and policies that will let any company maximize the business potential of IM technology. A best practices toolkit for workplace IM usage, Instant Messaging Rules will help employers keep their organizations out of harm's way, while giving employees access to a cutting-edge, productivity-enhancing tool.
About this product: Written as a mid-level programming guide, this book provides Java programmers with the information and tools needed to create their own Instant Messenger client and server software. This software can then be used to create personalized IM systems or integrate IM features into existing software. Focus is given to the open source Jabber XML-based IM protocols to create Java IM software. These open protocols allow IM software to seamlessly communicate with the larger number of other Jabber clients and servers available including commercial Jabber systems such as Disney's go.com IM.
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