Agile is a mainstream business strategy designed to help corporations react effectively to destabilizing forces shaping global forces. This book aims to show decision-makers how they can counter problems by developing agile networks of intranets and extranets that allow for flexible interaction.

Learn why agile techniques work better than historical approaches, and use them to rev up your software development with a faster, more flexible approach.

For more than 20 years, Network World has been the premier provider of information, intelligence and insight for network and IT executives responsible for the digital nervous systems of large organizations. Readers are responsible for designing, implementing and managing the voice, data and video systems their companies use to support everything from business critical applications to employee collaboration and electronic commerce.

The Second Future Internet Symposium washeld during September 1-3, 2009 in Berlin, Germany. FIS 2009 provided a forum for leading researchers and pr- titioners to meet and discuss the wide-ranging scienti?c and technical issues related to the design of a new Internet. This second edition of the symposium con?rmed the sentiment shared during the First Future Internet Symposium, held in Vienna in 2008: designing the Future Internet is a very exciting and challenging task, and a new research community needs to be built around it. With overa billionusers,today’s Internet is arguablythe most successful- man artifact ever created. The Internet’s physical infrastructure, software, and content now play an integral part of the lives of everyoneon the planet, whether they interact with it directly or not. Now nearing its ?fth decade, the Int- net has shown remarkable resilience and ?exibility in the face of ever-increasing numbers of users, data volume, and changing usage patterns, but faces growing challenges in meeting the needs of our knowledge society. Yet, Internet access moves increasingly from ?xed to mobile, the trend towards mobile usage is - deniable and predictions are that by 2014 about 2 billion users will access the Internet via mobile broadband services. This adds a new layer of complexity to the already immense challenges. Globally, many major initiatives are underway to address the need for more scienti?c research, physical infrastructure inve- ment, better education, and better utilization of the Internet. Japan, the USA andEuropeareinvestingheavilyin this area.

Optical Networking Best Practices Handbook presents optical networking in a very comprehensive way for nonengineers needing to understand the fundamentals of fiber, high-capacity, high-speed equipment and networks, and upcoming carrier services. The book provides a practical understanding of fiber optics as a physical medium, sorting out single-mode versus multi-mode and the crucial concept of Dense Wave-Division Multiplexing.

Embark on a Profound Journey to "Mastering Scrum Framework" In a world where agility and collaboration drive project success, mastering the Scrum framework is essential for creating high-performing teams that deliver value with precision and efficiency. "Mastering Scrum" is your definitive guide to navigating the intricacies of Scrum principles, roles, and practices. Whether you're a project manager, team lead, developer, or business professional, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in adopting Scrum practices and achieving transformative results. About the Book: "Mastering Scrum" takes you on a transformative journey through the intricacies of the Scrum framework, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. From Scrum events and artifacts to roles and responsibilities, this book covers it all. Each chapter is meticulously designed to provide both a deep understanding of Scrum principles and practical applications in real-world scenarios. Key Features: · Foundational Understanding: Build a strong foundation by comprehending the core principles of the Scrum framework, including iterative development, self-organization, and collaboration. · Scrum Roles and Responsibilities: Explore the roles of Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team, understanding their unique contributions and interactions. · Scrum Events: Dive into Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives, learning how to maximize their effectiveness. · Sprint Backlog and Product Backlog: Master the art of managing Sprint and Product Backlogs, ensuring clear communication, prioritization, and incremental delivery of value. · Continuous Improvement: Gain insights into embracing continuous improvement within the Scrum framework, using retrospectives to drive innovation and adaptability. · User-Centered Design: Learn how to incorporate user-centered design principles into Scrum practices, ensuring that products and solutions align with user needs. · Scaling Scrum: Explore strategies for scaling Scrum across large organizations, addressing challenges and ensuring consistent delivery of value. · Agile Leadership: Understand the role of Agile leadership in fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and accountability within Scrum teams. · Challenges and Trends: Discover challenges in Scrum adoption, from resistance to change to maintaining momentum, and explore emerging trends shaping the future of Scrum. Who This Book Is For: "Mastering Scrum" is designed for project managers, team leads, developers, business professionals, students, and anyone passionate about adopting Scrum practices. Whether you're aiming to enhance your skills or embark on a journey toward becoming a Scrum expert, this book provides the insights and tools to navigate the complexities of implementing Scrum. © 2023 Cybellium Ltd. All rights reserved. www.cybellium.com

This annual report on the multi-agency Networking and Information Technology R&D (NITRD) Program describes activities funded by Federal NITRD agencies in the areas of advanced networking and information technologies and offers a brief technical outline of the 2006 budget request for the NITRD Program in the following major research areas: high-end computing applications and infrastructure; high-end computing R&D; large-scale networking; human-computer interaction and information management; high-confidence software and systems; software design and productivity; and social, economic, and workforce implications of IT and IT workforce development.