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En dag lægger Silas Holst et billede op på sin Facebookside af sig selv i bar overkrop, hvor han stolt fortæller, at han har tabt 14 kilo. Men minuttet efter begynder det. De hadske kommentarer og vrede beskeder vælter ind. Vildtfremmede mennesker skriver til Silas Holst, at han ligner en kz-fange og er et bøssesvin, der helst skal dø. Én håber endda, at han har AIDS.Silas Holst er vant til, at folk skriver grove ting om ham på sociale medier, og at nogle decideret mobber ham. Men den dag ændrer alt for den populære danser og skuespiller. Han har fået nok!I NOK undersøger Silas Holst, hvorfor der er så meget had og mobning på de sociale medier og hvad der skal til, for at vi ændrer tonen. Han fortæller ærligt om de mange episoder, hvor han selv er blevet skudt verbalt sønder og sammen i den virtuelle verden, og så taler han med en lang række mennesker om vreden på Instagram, Facebook og alle de andre platforme. Hvad skal forældre for eksempel gøre, når deres børn bliver udsat for rå mobning i den digitale verden?I bogen medvirker også børnepsykologen Ulla Dyrløv, politikeren Søren Pape, præsten Michael Brautsch, debattøren Özlem Cekic, en skolelærer, politibetjenten og mange flere. Tilsammen bidrager de med vigtige råd og fortællinger i en debat, der aldrig har været mere aktuel end nu.

Stay prepared for the next wave of technological innovation with VR and AR¿DESCRIPTION Virtual and extended reality technologies have come a long way since their inception, and today, they are poised to change how we work, learn, and interact with the world. From gaming and entertainment to education, healthcare, and beyond, these technologies have the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives. Understand the advancement of VR hardware, then master immersive design principles and analyze the powerful role of AI in XR. Explore the frontiers of VR/AR applications, from revolutionizing healthcare with virtual surgery simulations to bringing history to life with interactive AR experiences. Learn the business landscape of VR/AR, perfect the ethical considerations, and gain a deep understanding of the technical workings behind these incredible technologies. With practical guidance on building VR apps in Unity and monetizing your creations.By the end of the book, readers will have a deep understanding of the potential benefits and risks of these technologies, as well as the knowledge and tools needed to build successful VR and AR applications that are both innovative and ethical.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN¿ Understand fundamentals of Immersive technologies like AR, VR, and XR.¿ In-depth understanding of the concepts of presence.¿ Understand the ethical considerations surrounding VR and AR.¿ How VR applications can be built with unity and the scope of monetization.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is for tech enthusiasts, educators, healthcare professionals, artists, and entrepreneurs alike, offering a captivating journey into the future of immersive technologies.

Discover the power of storytelling with Unreal Engine 5's real-time technology, exploring storyboarding, character creation, world building, animating using sequencers, and much moreKey FeaturesHarness Unreal Engine's real-time technology to create limitless, high-fidelity contentGenerate and animate near-photorealistic actors using the innovative MetaHuman technologyBuild expansive worlds with Nanite and Lumen Global Illumination and Reflections technologyPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionVirtual Filmmaking with Unreal Engine 5 is the first Unreal Engine book to guide you through the complete process of virtual film production. Encompassing the full spectrum of filmmaking, this book demonstrates the use of an industry-standard tool used by studios such as Disney, ILM, DNEG, and Framestore.Walking through the process systematically, you'll first collect references and create a simple storyboard to plan your shots. Then you'll begin to create virtual environments, importing 3D models and adding materials and textures to create photorealistic, dynamic worlds. After that, you'll learn how to create actors using highly customizable MetaHumans, understanding how to import, re-target, and animate them. Finally, you'll bring it all together with cinematic lighting and camera animation before exporting your film.By the end of this book, you'll have honed your skills, discovered new tools for your toolkit, and gained the confidence to work on your virtual film projects in Unreal Engine 5, leveraging Quixel Megascans, Lumen, Nanite, and MetaHuman technology.What you will learnGrasp the principles of photography and the art of storytellingCollect references and create storyboardsDiscover Unreal Engine's hidden features and useful keyboard shortcutsExplore the capabilities of Quixel Megascans, Lumen, Nanite, and MetaHumansAdopt cinematic techniques to achieve professional-looking shotsCreatively apply Lumen Global Illumination and Reflections techniquesUse multiple virtual cameras and apply post-production techniquesImplement best practices for optimization, post processing, and renderingWho this book is forWhether you're a beginner or intermediate filmmaker, 3D artist, animator, visual effects artist, or virtual production professional with just basic knowledge of the Unreal Engine, this book is designed to help you enter the world of virtual films and animations.While prior experience with the Unreal Engine would be beneficial, a deep working knowledge is not essential, as the book introduces the relevant tools and features needed throughout the activities.Table of ContentsGetting Started with Unreal EngineUnderstanding the Principles of Photography, Film Cameras, and LensesUnderstanding the Art of Storytelling and Creating Your StoryboardImporting 3D Objects and Creating LevelsCreating Environments with Quixel MegascansCreating and Applying Materials to 3D MeshesCreating Actors with Unreal Engine MetaHumansRetargeting the MetaHumans for Unreal Engine 5Adding Animations and Facial Expressions to Your MetaHuman CharactersAdding and Animating Virtual Cameras Using the Level SequencerEnhancing Set Dressing, Retiming Shots, and Adding Niagara ParticlesSetting the Mood with Lighting and Adding Post-Processing EffectsExploring Color Management, Additional Camera Settings and Rendering Your ShotsAdding Sound and Finalizing Your Virtual FilmAppendix: Creating Material IDs Using Blender

Does your business run you, or are you running your business?The book Virtual Assistant Assistant is perfect for business owners who want to grow their company to new heights. There is a remedy if you've ever found yourself thinking there simply aren't enough hours in the day. It also won't force you into bankruptcy. In essence, virtual assistants are contractors that work from home for your company.This book tells you everything you need to know about virtual assistants, including:· Where to find the best ones· How to hire them· Best practices for working with them on an ongoing basisIt's written from firsthand experience, NOT theoretical or academic fluff. You'll discover how hiring a skilled virtual assistant can help you avoid wasting time, money, or headaches. Learn how to efficiently outsource your non-essential duties and take charge of your entrepreneurial life. You'll have hours each day to devote to what matters most.Virtual assistants can ultimately make your life happier, healthier, more productive, and stress-free. Many of the day-to-day tasks can be delegated, and in my opinion, they should be. This will free you up to work on the more important, strategic, and financially rewarding tasks that are sometimes overlooked. Our most valuable resource is time. However, we also waste this resource the fastest. Even though you might not immediately adopt a 4-hour workweek, this book will provide you with useful guidance.

Get up and running with blockchain, smart contracts, NFTs, DAOs, and decentralization in no time with the help of this comprehensive guideKey Features:Get to grips with Web3, NFTs, DeFi, and smart contract developmentCreate fungible and non-fungible tokens, explore DAOs, and moreBuild powerful apps using Ethereum to secure transactions and create smart contractsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description:Web3, the new blockchain-based web, is often hailed as the future of the internet. Driven by technologies such as cryptocurrencies, NFTs, DAOs, decentralized finance, and more, Web3's aim is to give individuals more control over the web communities they belong to. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, this book will help you master the intricacies of Web3 and its revolutionary technologies.Beginning with a concise introduction to blockchain and the Ethereum ecosystem, this book quickly immerses you in real-world blockchain applications. You'll work on carefully crafted hands-on exercises that are designed for beginners as well as users with prior exposure. The chapters show you how to build and deploy smart contracts, while mastering security controls and discovering best practices for writing secure code. As you progress, you'll explore tokenization and gain proficiency in minting both fungible and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) with the help of step-by-step instructions. The concluding chapters cover advanced topics, including oracles, Layer 2 (L2) networks, rollups, zero knowledge proofs, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).By the end of this Web3 book, you'll be well-versed in the Web3 ecosystem and have the skills to build powerful and secure decentralized applications.What You Will Learn:Get an in-depth understanding of Ethereum's ecosystem, its status, and key EIPs and ERCsGain practical skills using non-custodial wallets such as MetaMask for blockchain transactionsWrite, debug, and deploy smart contracts on test networksDiscover Web3 dev tools and set up a local environmentGet to grips with tokenomics and create ERC20, ERC721, and ERC1155 tokensExplore decentralized storage with IPFS and integrate it into your Web3 projectsExpand your NFT strategy with APIs and SDKs to lead in the NFT spaceWho this book is for:This book is for blockchain developers and blockchain enthusiasts who want to build powerful and secure decentralized applications. Familiarity with the basics of blockchain, along with knowledge of how they function, is necessary to grasp the topics discussed in this book.

Dive into the future with "The Virtual Reality Revolution and the Emerging Metaverse," a new look at how immersive technologies are changing the world. This book, written by the visionary expert Alexandra, takes you on an exciting trip through the changing areas where virtual reality and the metaverse meet. It reveals the newest trends that are changing both our digital and real lives.Immerse yourself in the history of VR technology, from its earliest days to the present day, and learn about the main factors that are causing the metaverse to appear. This book gives you a complete look at the technological forces that are driving the Virtual Reality Revolution. It talks in depth about VR gear, software, and the complicated world of content creation tools.Find out how VR and the metaverse have changed many fields, from fun and games to education, healthcare, and more. Many detailed case studies of new uses and successes are used by Alexandra to tell an interesting story that captures the essence of this technology revolution.Look into what the metaverse could be in the future and how it could fit into regular life. Talk about things like virtual real estate, digital assets, and the business opportunities that exist in these digital worlds. "The Virtual Reality Revolution and the Emerging Metaverse" looks at the metaverse's huge world from all angles, including its challenges and moral issues, as well as its social, economic, and cultural aspects.Whether you're a tech fanatic, work in the field, or are just interested in the next big thing in digital innovation, this book is the best way to learn about the cutting edge technologies that are making the metaverse a more interactive and connected world.Start a trip that goes beyond reality and finds out how the metaverse will have a huge effect on our future.

Libérer le potentiel de Meta Quest 3La plateforme Meta Quest a gagné sa réputation de passerelle vers des aventures de jeux virtuels. Pourtant, sous ce vernis ludique se cache un potentiel qui ne demande qu'à être exploité. Les capacités de cet appareil ne se limitent pas au monde du jeu ; elles peuvent s'intégrer de manière transparente dans notre vie professionnelle de tous les jours. Ce guide vous propose une plongée dans les territoires souvent inexplorés du Meta Quest 3, en soulignant ses prouesses non seulement en tant que console de jeu, mais aussi en tant qu'outil qui peut redéfinir la façon dont nous abordons notre travail.À l'intérieur, vous découvrirez :Configuration et notions de base : Des conseils étape par étape pour commencer votre voyage, vous assurant de tirer le meilleur parti de votre appareil dès le départ.Outils de productivité : Une vue d'ensemble des applications et programmes spécialement conçus pour le Quest 3, vous aidant à gérer vos tâches, à participer à des réunions virtuelles et à élaborer des projets créatifs.Espaces de travail virtuels : Techniques pour créer votre bureau virtuel personnalisé, participer à des conférences mondiales et présenter avec une touche d'élégance.Maintenance et entretien : Un aperçu de la manière de maintenir votre appareil en parfait état, afin qu'il vous serve au mieux pendant de nombreuses années.Se détendre et se relaxer : Si le travail est essentiel, la détente l'est tout autant. Après une journée productive, découvrez quelques utilisations récréatives amusantes et apaisantes de l'appareil.Au-delà de sa façade de jeu, Meta Quest 3 recèle un immense potentiel de transformation du monde professionnel. Que vous soyez entrepreneur, télétravailleur ou simplement curieux de savoir comment la technologie peut remodeler les méthodes de travail traditionnelles, ce guide vous promet des idées non seulement innovantes mais aussi applicables dans la pratique.Entrez dans un monde où la réalité virtuelle fusionne avec la réalité, modifiant notre perception du travail et de la collaboration. Note : ce livre n'est pas approuvé par Meta et doit être considéré comme non officiel.

Unlocking the Potential of Meta Quest 3The Meta Quest platform has earned its reputation as a gateway to virtual gaming adventures. Yet, beneath its entertainment veneer, lies potential that's waiting to be tapped into. The capabilities of this device aren't confined to the gaming world; they can seamlessly blend into our everyday professional lives. This guide offers you a deep dive into the often uncharted territories of the Meta Quest 3, highlighting its prowess not just as a gaming console, but as a tool that can redefine how we approach our work.Inside, you'll explore:Setup & Basics: Step-by-step guidance to initiate your journey, ensuring you make the most out of your device from the get-go.Productivity Tools: An overview of tailored apps and programs specifically designed for the Quest 3, helping you manage tasks, engage in virtual meetings, and draft out creative projects.Virtual Workspaces: Techniques to curate your personalized virtual office, engage in global conferences, and present with a touch of flair.Maintenance & Care: A look into keeping your device in prime condition, ensuring it serves you well for years to come.Relax & Unwind: While work is essential, so is relaxation. Delve into some fun and calming recreational uses of the device after a productive day.Beyond its gaming facade, the Meta Quest 3 harbors immense potential in transforming the professional realm. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a remote worker, or someone simply curious about how technology can reshape traditional work methodologies, this guide promises insights that are not just innovative but also practically implementable.Step into a world where virtual reality merges with reality, changing our perception of work and collaboration. Note: this book is not endorsed by Meta and should be considered unofficial.

Libérer le potentiel de Meta Quest 3La plateforme Meta Quest a gagné sa réputation de passerelle vers des aventures de jeux virtuels. Pourtant, sous ce vernis ludique se cache un potentiel qui ne demande qu'à être exploité. Les capacités de cet appareil ne se limitent pas au monde du jeu ; elles peuvent s'intégrer de manière transparente dans notre vie professionnelle de tous les jours. Ce guide vous propose une plongée dans les territoires souvent inexplorés du Meta Quest 3, en soulignant ses prouesses non seulement en tant que console de jeu, mais aussi en tant qu'outil qui peut redéfinir la façon dont nous abordons notre travail.À l'intérieur, vous découvrirez :Configuration et notions de base : Des conseils étape par étape pour commencer votre voyage, vous assurant de tirer le meilleur parti de votre appareil dès le départ.Outils de productivité : Une vue d'ensemble des applications et programmes spécialement conçus pour le Quest 3, vous aidant à gérer vos tâches, à participer à des réunions virtuelles et à élaborer des projets créatifs.Espaces de travail virtuels : Techniques pour créer votre bureau virtuel personnalisé, participer à des conférences mondiales et présenter avec une touche d'élégance.Maintenance et entretien : Un aperçu de la manière de maintenir votre appareil en parfait état, afin qu'il vous serve au mieux pendant de nombreuses années.Se détendre et se relaxer : Si le travail est essentiel, la détente l'est tout autant. Après une journée productive, découvrez quelques utilisations récréatives amusantes et apaisantes de l'appareil.Au-delà de sa façade de jeu, Meta Quest 3 recèle un immense potentiel de transformation du monde professionnel. Que vous soyez entrepreneur, télétravailleur ou simplement curieux de savoir comment la technologie peut remodeler les méthodes de travail traditionnelles, ce guide vous promet des idées non seulement innovantes mais aussi applicables dans la pratique.Entrez dans un monde où la réalité virtuelle fusionne avec la réalité, modifiant notre perception du travail et de la collaboration. Note : ce livre n'est pas approuvé par Meta et doit être considéré comme non officiel.

Unlocking the Potential of Meta Quest 3The Meta Quest platform has earned its reputation as a gateway to virtual gaming adventures. Yet, beneath its entertainment veneer, lies potential that's waiting to be tapped into. The capabilities of this device aren't confined to the gaming world; they can seamlessly blend into our everyday professional lives. This guide offers you a deep dive into the often uncharted territories of the Meta Quest 3, highlighting its prowess not just as a gaming console, but as a tool that can redefine how we approach our work.Inside, you'll explore:Setup & Basics: Step-by-step guidance to initiate your journey, ensuring you make the most out of your device from the get-go.Productivity Tools: An overview of tailored apps and programs specifically designed for the Quest 3, helping you manage tasks, engage in virtual meetings, and draft out creative projects.Virtual Workspaces: Techniques to curate your personalized virtual office, engage in global conferences, and present with a touch of flair.Maintenance & Care: A look into keeping your device in prime condition, ensuring it serves you well for years to come.Relax & Unwind: While work is essential, so is relaxation. Delve into some fun and calming recreational uses of the device after a productive day.Beyond its gaming facade, the Meta Quest 3 harbors immense potential in transforming the professional realm. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a remote worker, or someone simply curious about how technology can reshape traditional work methodologies, this guide promises insights that are not just innovative but also practically implementable.Step into a world where virtual reality merges with reality, changing our perception of work and collaboration. Note: this book is not endorsed by Meta and should be considered unofficial.

Udnyt potentialet i Meta Quest 3 Meta Quest-platformen har fået sit ry som en port til virtuelle spileventyr. Men under den underholdende fernis gemmer der sig et potentiale, som venter på at blive udnyttet. Denne enheds muligheder er ikke begrænset til spilverdenen; de kan uden problemer blandes ind i vores daglige professionelle liv. Denne guide giver dig et dybt dyk ned i Meta Quest 3's ofte uudforskede territorier og fremhæver dens evner ikke bare som en spillekonsol, men som et værktøj, der kan omdefinere, hvordan vi griber vores arbejde an. Indenfor kan du gå på opdagelse:Opsætning og grundlæggende: Trin-for-trin vejledning til at starte din rejse, så du får mest muligt ud af din enhed fra starten.Produktivitetsværktøjer: En oversigt over skræddersyede apps og programmer, der er specielt designet til Quest 3, og som hjælper dig med at håndtere opgaver, deltage i virtuelle møder og udarbejde kreative projekter.Virtuelle arbejdsområder: Teknikker til at indrette dit personlige virtuelle kontor, deltage i globale konferencer og præsentere med et strejf af flair.Vedligeholdelse og pleje: Et kig på, hvordan du holder din enhed i topform og sikrer, at den tjener dig godt i mange år fremover.Slap af og slap af: Selvom arbejde er vigtigt, er afslapning det også. Efter en produktiv dag kan du bruge enheden til nogle sjove og beroligende fritidsaktiviteter.Bag sin spilfacade har Meta Quest 3 et enormt potentiale til at forandre den professionelle verden. Uanset om du er iværksætter, fjernarbejder eller bare nysgerrig efter, hvordan teknologi kan omforme traditionelle arbejdsmetoder, lover denne guide indsigt, der ikke bare er innovativ, men også praktisk implementerbar.Træd ind i en verden, hvor virtual reality smelter sammen med virkeligheden og ændrer vores opfattelse af arbejde og samarbejde. Bemærk: Denne bog er ikke godkendt af Meta og skal betragtes som uofficiel.

Liberar el potencial de Meta Quest 3 La plataforma Meta Quest se ha ganado su reputación como puerta de entrada a las aventuras de juego virtuales. Sin embargo, bajo su apariencia de entretenimiento se esconde un potencial que está esperando a ser aprovechado. Las capacidades de este dispositivo no se limitan al mundo de los juegos, sino que pueden integrarse perfectamente en nuestra vida profesional cotidiana. Esta guía le ofrece una inmersión profunda en los territorios a menudo inexplorados de Meta Quest 3, destacando su destreza no sólo como una consola de juegos, sino como una herramienta que puede redefinir la forma en que abordamos nuestro trabajo. En el interior, explorará:Configuración y aspectos básicos: Guía paso a paso para iniciar tu viaje, asegurándote de que sacas el máximo partido a tu dispositivo desde el primer momento.Herramientas de productividad: Un resumen de aplicaciones y programas diseñados específicamente para el Quest 3, que te ayudarán a gestionar tareas, participar en reuniones virtuales y redactar proyectos creativos.Espacios de trabajo virtuales: Técnicas para crear una oficina virtual personalizada, participar en conferencias internacionales y presentar con estilo.Mantenimiento y cuidado: Un vistazo a cómo mantener tu dispositivo en óptimas condiciones para que te sirva durante muchos años.Relájese y desconecte: Aunque el trabajo es esencial, también lo es la relajación. Después de un día productivo, descubre algunos usos recreativos, divertidos y relajantes del dispositivo.Más allá de su fachada de juego, Meta Quest 3 alberga un inmenso potencial para transformar el ámbito profesional. Tanto si eres emprendedor como si trabajas a distancia o simplemente sientes curiosidad por saber cómo la tecnología puede cambiar los métodos de trabajo tradicionales, esta guía te ofrece ideas no sólo innovadoras, sino también aplicables en la práctica. Adéntrese en un mundo en el que la realidad virtual se funde con la realidad, cambiando nuestra percepción del trabajo y la colaboración.Nota: este libro no está avalado por Meta y debe considerarse no oficial.

In the present quick moving computerized time, online entertainment has changed the manner in which we consume and spread news. News breaks at lightning speed on stages like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, frequently outperforming customary news sources. To successfully explore this scene, experts and news associations should utilize an essential way to deal with letting the cat out of the bag via web-based entertainment. This compact aide, named "Techniques for Letting the cat out of the bag in Online Entertainment," digs into the unique crossing point of reporting, virtual entertainment, and quick news scattering. It offers significant bits of knowledge, tips, and techniques for making convincing reports, drawing in with crowds, and keeping up with believability in the computerized age. Key features of this guide include: Understanding the Virtual Entertainment Scene: We start by analyzing the online entertainment scene, featuring the significant stages, their client socioeconomics, and the special credits of each. Understanding where your crowd dwells is vital to powerful news dispersion. The Craft of Ongoing Detailing: Making it known frequently requests constant announcing. We investigate the systems for quick data get-together, check, and dispersal, guaranteeing precision and dependability in your detailing. Utilizing Visual Substance: In a period of visual narrating, we examine the significance of mixed media content, including pictures and recordings, to upgrade the effect of your news refreshes and connect with your crowd successfully. Information Driven Navigation: We underscore the worth of information examination in understanding crowd conduct, following the exhibition of your news content, and refining your virtual entertainment techniques appropriately. Moral Contemplations: Morals are central in news coverage. We investigate the moral contemplations intended for virtual entertainment detailing, like confirming sources, regarding security, and revealing irreconcilable situations. Arising Patterns and Advances: At long last, we address arising patterns and innovations, like live streaming, expanded reality (AR), and man-made brainpower (simulated intelligence), that are forming the eventual fate of letting the cat out of the bag in online entertainment. Methodologies for Making it known in Web-based Entertainment" is an exhaustive asset for columnists, news associations, and correspondence experts trying to explore the difficulties and saddle the valuable open doors introduced by the unique universe of virtual entertainment detailing. Whether you are a carefully prepared columnist or simply venturing into the field, this guide outfits you with the information and techniques expected to convey precise, drawing in, and capable news content in the computerized age.

From Pixels to Portals: Exploring the Future of the Metaverse through the Evolution of Video Games by Kelly Vero is your ticket to an exhilarating journey through the heart of gaming and the metaverse. Step into a realm where the boundaries of reality are shattered, and your wildest dreams become tangible.In this captivating exploration, we might embark on a riveting quest through the annals of gaming history, unveiling the intricate tapestry that intertwines video games with the metaverse. Witness the mesmerising evolution of technology, from the humble origins of text-based RPGs to the mind-bending hyper-realism of contemporary gaming.As we delve deeper, Kelly uncovers the masterful ingenuity of visionary game developers who dared to dream big. We traverse the nostalgic terrain of classics like Pong and Space Invaders, marvelling at their foundational role in forging the path to the metaverse. And, as we journey through the digital ages, we discover the awe-inspiring influence of modern masterpieces like Minecraft and Fortnite, reshaping the very fabric of our virtual existence.Understand how luminous pioneers, those trailblazers of innovation, who harnessed cutting-edge technology to breathe life into their visions at a time where there were smaller horizons. Discover their secrets, their struggles, and their triumphs as they carved the metaverse's blueprint for us. Laugh with Kelly as she documents her personal successes and more importantly failures in trying to move technology ever further as a game developer.This tale is not just about bits and pixels; it's about culture and society. Dive into the profound impact of video games on our collective consciousness, shaping our language, art, and the way we connect with one another.Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a curious explorer, "From Pixels to Portals" promises an exhilarating odyssey through the nexus of video game technology; the metaverse and beyond! Join the journey towards all digital verticals who will soon rely on gamification to lead the charge of future technologies. The future is here, and it's waiting for you to take the plunge. So, embark on this epic adventure, and let the portals open to a world without walls!

These cloud computing environments give the impression of boundless computingresources to cloud clients, allowing them to modify their resource consumption rateaccording to demand. Cloud computing environments include two sorts of actors: cloudproviders and cloud users [1]. On the one hand, providers keep massive amounts ofcomputer resources in massive data centers and rent them out to customers on a per-usebasis. On the other hand, other users have apps with variable amounts of load and rentresources from providers to run them. The connection between providers and consumersfollows the shape indicated in Figure 1.1 in the vast majority of cases. A user sends aresource request to a provider first. When the provider receives the request, it looks forresources to fulfill it and assigns them to the user who made the request, which aregenerally virtual computers (VMs).The user then uses the assigned resources to executeprograms and pays for the resources used. Once the user has done using the resources,they are returned to the provider. The fact that these people are usually from differentbackgrounds and have different interests is a fascinating aspect of the cloud computingecosystem.Most providers want to make as much money as possible with as little investment asfeasible. They may want to make the most of their computer resources for this reason,such as hosting as many virtual machines as possible on a single system. To put it anotherway, providers try to get the most out of their resources. Putting too many virtual machineson a single computer, on the other hand, may cause them to interact, resulting in poorand/or unpredictable performance that irritates users. Users, on the other hand, want theirduties done for the least amount of money possible, or to put it another way, they want tomaximize their cost effectiveness.

What is a Virtual Assistant?In today's fast-paced, technologically advanced world, the concept of a virtual assistant has gained tremendous popularity. But what exactly is a virtual assistant, and how can they help you elevate your business as a side hustle?A virtual assistant, commonly referred to as a VA, is a professional who provides remote administrative, technical, or creative assistance to individuals or businesses. They offer a wide range of services, from managing emails and scheduling appointments to social media management and graphic design. The beauty of hiring a virtual assistant is that they work remotely, allowing you to focus on your side hustle while delegating tasks that can be time-consuming or require specific expertise.One of the key advantages of hiring a virtual assistant for your side hustle is the flexibility they offer. Whether you need assistance for a few hours a week or on a project basis, virtual assistants can adapt to your needs. They can help you with small tasks that eat up your time, freeing you to focus on the core aspects of your business. For example, a virtual assistant can handle customer inquiries, manage your website, or even create content for your blog or social media platforms.Furthermore, virtual assistants bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. As professionals in their respective fields, they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform tasks efficiently and effectively. Hiring a virtual assistant allows you to tap into their expertise, benefiting from their specialized skill set without the need for extensive training or hiring full-time employees.In addition to being cost-effective, virtual assistants also provide a level of scalability that is ideal for side hustles. As your business grows, you can easily expand the scope of work assigned to your virtual assistant. This scalability ensures that you have the support you need, no matter how small or large your side hustle becomes.

If you've newly bought a macbook air, you'll surely be excited. And you should be. The macbook air is one of the most powerful laptops the world has ever seen.This tremendous machine works super-fast. It can help you do things that'll blow minds- your kids, friends, colleagues at work, customers, and clients will not believe how good your work is. You can watch videos, play games, hold video conferences, create music, send emails, do a graphic design, sell your products and on and on. But you need to know how to use your new baby well before it can fetch you money and fun. So where do you start? Here is a sneak peek at what's inside:Setting up your deviceBanner features for the fire tv stickInstalling apps for fire stickHow to download apps using the search functionHow to install apps using alexaHow to uninstall an appHow to clear cacheHow to add movies or tv shows to your watch listBecause of its iconic appearance, improved performance, and low pricing, the ipad air 5 is sure to be a tremendous hit for both existing and new ipad users.This book is an easy-to-understand manual that outlines the essential features of the ipad air 5th gen. And it offers an easy walk-through on how to use and explore the features of this new device.

Cultural heritage refers to the legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society that is inherited from previous generations. It is essential to preserve and protect the cultural heritage by passing it from one generation to the next generation. Virtual reality (VR) technologies create a virtual environment with realistic sense of vision, hearing, and touch. VR plays an important role in the protection and preservation of cultural heritage. During the process of research, exhibition and inheritance, cultural heritage may be damaged or corroded. This damage can be prevented by the use of VR. The three-dimensional models of material cultural heritage can be constructed by using the VR technology. It can also be used for virtual reproduction of cultural heritage based on archaeological research data and literature records for sites and remains that have not been excavated or annihilated. VR technology is also used to create a virtual museum that facilitates the protection and dissemination of cultural heritage. This book outlines the role of virtual reality technologies in preserving and protecting cultural heritage. A number of latest researches have been included herein to keep the readers abreast with the most recent concepts in this area of study.

Unlock the power of creating your own multiplayer virtual world and explore infinite possibilities by following practical examples on building, designing, and implementing various featuresKey Features:Create your own Metaverse from scratch with detailed and practical instructionsUse Firebase tools to create a distinctive and feature-rich virtual worldCompile and distribute the finished project to various platformsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description:Build Your Own Metaverse with Unity is a practical guide for developers with step-by-step explanations, practical examples, and screenshots to guide them through essential concepts.You'll start by learning how to install Unity and create a character that can move around the virtual world. Next, you'll learn how to integrate multiplayer functionality, user identification, and registration in your game universe. You'll explore how to create interactive characters dealing with different attributes of the virtual world, including acquiring homes and decorating them with various features. Additionally, you'll understand how to use Firebase tools to make your Metaverse unique. By following the expert advice, you'll be able to create a feature rich Metaverse where players can interact with NPCs, acquire homes, and interact with other players online. Finally, you'll discover how to compile and distribute the finished project to various platforms, while acquiring with necessary skills and knowledge to create a unique and groundbreaking Metaverse.By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to create a Metaverse with infinite possibilities.What You Will Learn:Master Photon SDK to construct a universe with multiplayer capabilitiesFamiliarize yourself with the benefits of Firebase services when working with Unity3DStore data and settings in a cloud-based databaseAcquire the skills to create NFTs using Unity3D and C#Explore dynamic object generation from cloud data and manage game character mechanicsIncorporate Oculus quest 2 into your MetaverseAllow gamers to register or log in through Firebase authentication for safe gameplayWho this book is for:This book is perfect for beginners as well as seasoned game developers alike. With its help, you'll learn valuable skills in idea planning, construction, compilation, and distribution, ensuring a holistic understanding of metaverse development.

A comprehensive guide to building augmented reality applications with Unity 3DDESCRIPTION "Mastering Augmented Reality Development with Unity" is a comprehensive guide that will take you from beginner to expert in AR development. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, this book is the perfect resource for learning to create amazing AR experiences.The book begins with an introduction to AR, covering its core principles and potential applications. You will learn how to visualize AR environments and create visually stunning experiences. Next, the book explores the various tools and development platforms available for AR, with a focus on Unity 3D as the industry-standard platform. You will be guided through creating custom AR components and refreshing your C# programming skills within Unity. The book covers practical applications of AR development, including building 3D mobile apps, marker-based AR apps using Vuforia, and marker-less AR apps with AR Kit and AR Core. You will also learn about world-scale AR development with Niantic Lightship. The latter part of the book focuses on best practices in AR application design, ensuring intuitive and user-friendly experiences. Additionally, readers will learn techniques for optimizing AR app performance.By the end of the book, you will be able to build AR applications with Unity 3D with ease.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN¿ Use Unity 3D to develop, build and run mobile 3D applications.¿ Use different AR frameworks to integrate augmented reality into 3D scenes.¿ Combine networking and cutting-edge technologies to develop dynamic and interactive AR applications.¿ Learn how to use the best practices of AR design to create captivating experiences.¿ Optimize application performance for a truly seamless and immersive user experience.WHO THIS BOOK IS FORThis book is for anyone who has a basic understanding of programming and is interested in learning to build AR applications using Unity 3D.

Are you curious about the Metaverse and how it can revolutionize the world of business? Are you interested in how Artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of things (IOT), Business Process Workflows & Virtual reality will converge to create innovative technology ecosystem?In this book, you will discover what the Metaverse is, why it matters, and how it can be harnessed to transform the way we do business. With insights and real-world examples, you'll gain a deep understanding of the possibilities that the Metaverse holds for companies large and small.Whether you're a technocrat or a business leader or a student looking to stay ahead of the curve, or simply someone who wants to understand the future of Metaverse, this book is for you.Don't miss out on the chance to learn about one of the most exciting developments in technology today which will redefine the possibilities of doing business.CONTENTSMetaverse and VR - AR - MRTechnology needed to develop Metaverse Metaverse Platforms- Open vs. ClosedMetaverse and its applicationsWhat's being done currentlyHow to leverage MetaverseSupply Chain ManagementForces of Supply and DemandCRMFintechAutomobile industryCorporate Metaverse HOW -Metaverse Business ModelsStrategy for commerce in & through MetaverseMonetising with MetaverseGovernance - MetaverseIs it worth investing in Metaverse? Industrial metaverseExploratory metaversePersistent metaverseMetaverse & AIMetaverse as a ServiceChallenges

Although there are various studies on theories and analytical techniques to address consumer behavior change in the current world, tracking consumer behavior change in the metaverse and the adoption of the metaverse remains a challenge that requires discussion. The advent of the metaverse will have a profound influence on consumer behavior, from how people make decisions and create brand connections to how they feel about their avatar embodiment and their purchases in the metaverse. The Handbook of Research on Consumer Behavioral Analytics in Metaverse and the Adoption of a Virtual World investigates the social, behavioral, and psychological factors that influence metaverse adoption. The focus then shifts to concepts, theories, and analytical approaches for detecting changes in consumer behavior in the metaverse. Covering topics such as e-commerce markets, user experience, and immersive technologies, this major reference work is an excellent resource for business executives, entrepreneurs, data analysts, marketers, advertisers, government officials, social media professionals, librarians, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

Don't let artificial intelligence and robots steal your job!Still Room for Humans is the only survival guide you need in order to stay employable in the future. This book will teach you how to: make yourself indispensable to your company, develop soft skills that robots and AI cannot match, collaborate with robots, retool your skills without going back to school.You will also learn which traditionally safe careers and entire industries will no longer be safe in the future because of artificial intelligence. The author details why the changes caused by disruptive technology will be far greater and take place far faster than in previous industrial revolutions.This book offers several ways to cope with the introduction of artificial intelligence and robotics to a company or organization as well as how to take advantage of the disruption likely to result from other new technologies including 3D printing, the Internet of Things, virtual reality, green technologies, Big Data, blockchain, and nanotechnology.Still Room for Humans spells out the types of jobs long associated with well-paying careers that should be avoided because they are most likely to be eliminated by artificial intelligence. It lists several new jobs that don't exist yet but will be created shortly as new technologies become more prevalent.Schatt provides career planning information as well as specific advice for those readers already employed.

Digitale Kunst seit 1859? Was hat digitale Kunst mit dem noch ganz analogen 19. Jahrhundert zu tun? Und wie beeinflusst die Digitalisierung heute Künstlerinnen und Künstler?Längst hat die Digitalisierung auch die Kunst erreicht - weltweit erfinden Künstler* innen neue digitale Räume und Erzählungen. DIMENSIONS zeigt, dass es sich hierbei weniger um einen neuen Trend, sondern vielmehr um eine Konstanteder Kunstgeschichte handelt, die immer schon vom Dialog neuer Technologien und künstlerischer Ausdrucksweisen geprägt wurde.

Is Justice Real When ¿Reality” is Not?: Constructing Ethical Digital Environments examines how frameworks and concepts of justice should evolve in virtual worlds. Directed at researchers working in, or with an interest in virtual reality, as well as those interested in the fields of artificial intelligence and justice, this book covers research regarding impacts on human psychological states existing within alternative ethical frameworks. With chapters dedicated to behavioral impacts of virtual events, robotics and "unconscious", and human psychological states of role playing and existing, readers will be well-equipped to navigate the virtual worlds in which millions of people currently spend time.

As the opposition between illusion and reality dissolves and the boundaries between the world we inhabit and its virtual dimensions blur, Immerse! examines how computer-generated public spaces shape our current political and social discourses. What is the potential of virtual reality within the art field, when concepts such as presence and absence, material and immaterial are beginning to lose their validity?Realized as part of the international research project Beyond Matter that explores the shift in the production and mediation of visual art within institutional frameworks. Exhibition spaces are physical locations of knowledge production and exchange, where spatial qualities play an important role in the contextualization of information. One of the goals of the project is to develop virtual productions that maintain these sensual qualities, but add layers of digitized and born-digital content to defy transience and the dependency on geographical locations, and create entirely new immersive experiences.The catalogue offers the reflections on the theme by curators Corina L. Apostol and Lívia Nolasco-Rózsás as well as 19 visual essays by trailblazing artists and four in-depth theoretical texts by Helen Kaplinsky, Matthew Fuller, LukáS Likavcan, Zsolt Miklósvölgyi and Márió Z. Nemes that explore the concept of immersion.

"With the advent of virtual environments and communities, the metaverse has been rapidly expanding in recent years as businesses and industries have begun to see the value and opportunities this technology provides. In order to ensure this technology is utilized to its full potential, further study on the best practices, challenges, and future directions is required. The Research Anthology on Virtual Environments and Building the Metaverse considers the latest research regarding the metaverse and discusses potential issues and benefits of the technology. The book also examines strategies and tactics businesses and companies can use when implementing the metaverse into their operations. Covering key topics such as immersion, augmented reality, and virtual worlds, this major reference work is ideal for computer scientists, business owners, managers, industry professionals, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students"--