У путівнику по мальовничих куточках нашої країни Ви знайдете інформацію про видатні археологічні пам’ятки та печерні міста, замки й фортеці, садиби та палаци, національні парки та біосферні заповідники. Отримаєте історичну довідку майже про кожний куточок та відомості щодо походження назви. Це чудовий подарунок усім, хто цікавиться історією, пам’ятками та культурою України.

The Concise Guide to DNS and BIND provides the technical depth and expert-level information needed to understand and administer DNS and BIND. Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed Internet directory service. It is used mainly to translate between domain names and IP addresses, and to control Internet email delivery. Most Internet services rely on DNS to work, and if DNS fails, Web sites cannot be located and email delivery stalls. BIND (Berkeley Internet Name Daemon) is an implementation of the Domain Name System (DNS) protocols. Some of the topics covered are setting up a DNS server and client, compiling and configuring BIND, and setting up root servers on private networks. The Concise Guide to DNS and BIND also features expert knowledge on firewall rules, Dynamic DNS (DDNS), debugging and logging, plus new features in BIND 8.2.2. The book also offers introductory information on BIND 9.

In a region of violent physical and cultural contrasts, Costa Rica is often easy to overlook. Among the six small countries of Central America, it tends not to make the news very often. Costa Rica is not the Central American country with the famous U.S.-built canal and the corrupt military dictator overthrown by U.S. armed forces in 1991. It is not the one ruled by Marxists for most of the 1980s and with whom the U.S. waged a small proxy war. It is not the one that suffered through nearly 35 years of a civil war that has only recently ended. The natural disasters associated with Central America–hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions–also seem to happen elsewhere in the region, just across the border in Nicaragua or to the south in Panama. In 2000, Hurricane Mitch, for example, killed thousands of people in Central America and devastated much of the banana industry in Guatemala,Honduras, and Nicaragua, but it spared Costa Rica. Is Costa Rica lucky? In part, this may be the case. Major tropical storms and hurricanes in the Caribbean Basin usually strike just to the north of Costa Rica. The country’s history certainly reveals some lucky decision-making. For instance, the first Spanish colonists avoided settlement close to the country’s active volcanoes; this was not the case in other parts of the region. It is also true that Costa Rica has worked to avoid the mistakes made by its neighbors. While international attention has focused on the plight and misery of its neighbors,Costa Rica has quietly worked to develop democratic institutions and a sense of national identity that makes it exceptional, not just in the context of Central America but throughout the world. As the civil wars and political problems of the region seem to be coming to an end in the twenty-first century (due in part to efforts that began in Costa Rica), the country is emerging from the shadow of its violent neighbors. The world is finally recognizing Costa Rica as a natural wonderland and as a political model for stability and peace.

"That the UK's tourism industry is one of the principal planks in our economy is well-known; that it is largely ignored by the government is partly due to its fragmentation, which inhibits its capacity to speak with one voice. Rik Medlik's Dictionary with its Directory ... [of tourism-related organisations in the UK makes it] a sine qua non to anyone engaged in an industry which Rik Medlik's work and vision pioneered in professionalising. Who amongst our thousands is not profoundly indebted to him? Harry Baum, MBE, FTS, FRGS, Chairman, The Convention Partnership Ltd, UK "Anyone who harbours a doubt that Tourism is a dynamic, progressive and growing industry need only note that the 3rd Edition of Rik Medlik's excellent dictionary contains 33% more entries than it predecessor." "From a la carte to Zloty, Medlik defines the vast and vibrant tourism industry with wit and wisdom, in his usual precise and economical style." "Medlik's comprehensive compendium is relevant to those who learn about tourism, those who manage tourism, those who work in tourism, and those who participate in tourism, wherever in the world they may be." David Longworth, Vice President, Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, India "The 3rd edition adheres to the Medlik standards: thorough; accurate, interesting and just plain good reading." Jerry Vallen, Dean Emeritus, College of Hotel Administration, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, USA "Success in the hospitality industry comes through attention to detail; nobody does this better than Professor Rik Medlik, with a style that is authoritative, informative and, above all, interesting. Professor Medlik's prolific contribution to the world's body of knowledge about tourism and hospitality is unparalleled and this latest work roundly illustrates the point." Peter Venison, Managing Director, Sun International Hotels Ltd, UK "This unique dictionary, compiled by a guru of the industry, is an extremely valuable reference book for everyone involved in travel and tourism. It is a mine of information, yet is easy and fun to read." Nancy Cockerell, Editorial Director, The Travel Business Partnership, UK Rik Medlik has been a pillar of support and a mentor to an entire generation of both academics and practitioners in tourism. This latest version of his Dictionary of Travel, Tourism & Hospitality continues that tradition. We are most fortunate to receive the continued benefits of his efforts to provide us with an understanding of the fundamental meaning of all that underlies the phenomenon of tourism. Thanks so much Rik." J.R. Brent Ritchie, Chair, World Tourism Education & Research Centre (WTERC) University of Calgary And Chair, WTO Tourism Education Council "Dictionary of Travel, Tourism & Hospitality, in fact, is not a mere dictionary to the scholarly explain the meanings of key travel-related terms. Rather, I more prefer taking it as an encyclopedia of tourism with clear-cut definitions and necessary background, or as a handbook with handy information one often is desperate to look for. No dictionary alike is...[, so far,] as useful, updated and comprehensive as this one, for academics, administrators and other professionals who would like to be knowledgeable about travel, tourism and hospitality." Professor Zhang Guangrui, Director of Tourism Research Centre, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences "In this new edition of his well established Dictionary, Professor Medlik expands and updates the coverage of travel, tourism and hospitality terms, describes key national and international organisations and adds a new biographical section on historical industry figures. A vital reference work for all those working in, teaching or studying tourism." Colin Clark, Director, Horwath Consultancy, former director British Tourist Authority and English Tourist Board

Experience Iceland’s amazing diversity and many attractions the way the locals do with America’s #1 bestselling travel series. Frommer’s Iceland is a complete guide to everything Iceland has to offer, from cosmopolitan city Reykjavik to outdoor activities like taking a dip in natural thermal pools. No matter what your age, desired activity level, or interests, this guide will show you exactly how you can enjoy Iceland. Utilize the outspoken opinions, exact prices, suggested itineraries, detailed map, off-the-beaten-path experiences, undiscovered gems and an easy-to-read two-color design for a customized adventure.

Whether you're conducting business, traveling for pleasure, or even relocating abroad, one mistake with customs or etiquette can leave a bad taste in everyone's mouth. International travelers, now more than ever, are not just individuals from the United States, but ambassadors and impression makers for the country as a whole. Newly updated, redesigned, and resized for maximum shelf appeal for travelers of all ages, Culture Shock! country and city guides make up the most complete reference series for customs and etiquette you can find. These are not just travel guides; these are guides for a way of life.

Maple is a Symbolic Computation System or Computer Algebra System. Maple manipulates information in a symbolic or algebraic manner. Other conventional mathematical programs require numerical values for all variables. In contrast, Maple maintains and manipulates the underlying symbols and expressions, and evaluates numerical expressions.

The Blackwell Companion to Criminology provides a contemporary and global resource to scholarship in both classical and topical areas of criminology. Written accessibly, and with its international perspective and first-rate scholarship, this is truly the first global handbook of criminology.

The far side of the Moon, also called the "dark side of the Moon" was unknown to humanity until the Luna and Lunar Orbiter pictures were returned to Earth. This wonderful book contains beautiful photographs and newly-assembled mosaic images of the far side of the Moon, cleaned of transmission, imaging stripes and processing artifacts by today’s computer technology. Byrne’s superb analysis documents the appearance of the features of the far side with beautiful pictures from Lunar Orbiter. Until now, the far side Lunar Orbiter photos have only been available with strong reconstruction lines, but appear here for the first time as complete photographs, unmarred by imaging and processing artifacts.