BOOKS

Indispensable resource for anyone working with the latest version of SQL Server. Covers both administration and development tasks, includes detailed material on transact-SQL, step-by-step coverage of advanced topics, including locking, replication, optimization, English query, and OLAP.

This book reveals the aspects of telephone and network security that individuals will need to know to build successful and effective voice and data networks.

Computer science , Data security , Network security , Wireless security , Telecommunication firewalls , VoIP , VON Security , Viruses , Worms , Multimedia protocols , Network scanning , Password management and auditing , Firewalls , Broadband security , Law

Computer science , Networking , CCNA, CISCO, Protocols , Routing , Network security , LAN switching 

This book incorporates the latest developments in operating systems technologies. This authoritative, example-based reference offers practical, hands-on information in constructing and understanding modern operating systems. 

Economic history of India, vol. 1 (1757-1857) & 2 (1837-1900)

Author describes the various aspects of the economic administration of British government, de-industrialization of India through unfair competition with machine made goods of England, neglect of industrial and agricultural development, high rate of revenue, the consequent impoverishment of the peasantry, the outbreak of famines, the drain of resources through the payment of 'Home charges', financing of expensive wars beyond Indian borders for British imperial interests etc.

Economic history , India

Unlocking the growth opportunities in Andhra Pradesh: an agenda to achieve the vision 2020 growth targets

This report aims to identify factors that have constrained Andhra Pradesh's ability to translate its increased factor accumulation into higher and sustained economic growth and poverty reduction, and to suggest appropriate policies and alternative strategies to mitigate these constraints.

Growth barriers , Andhra Pradesh , Economic growth, Growth strategy , States

Governing Power is a pioneering attempt to examine the experience with independent regulation of electricity in India to assess its efficacy as an alternative form of governance. It compares the electricity experience with that of independent regulation in other countries, independent regulatory bodies in India, and old-style regulation by government departments. It evaluates the Indian model in the context of its replication over other sectors of the economy.

Electricity , History , India , Regulation and policy , Electricity regulatory commissions , Effectiveness , Evaluation , Accountability , Regulatory law

India and China: The Way Ahead After "Mao's India War

Examines the mutual misperceptions prevalent among the leadership of both countries after Mao's India War.

Foreign relations , India - China

Centre for Industrial & Economic Research, Industrial Techno-Economic Services P. Ltd., New Delhi, 2004

This is the updated version of 'Market Forecasts and Indicators, Projections: 2005-15'. It provides estimates of past demand, product by product and extrapolates the volumes or values through the vibrant decade terminating in 2014-15. It identifies product variations by divergent denominations, market segments, lead players, foreign tie-ups, and leading brands.

Market forecasts & indicators , Leading brands , Market share , Market structure , Demand , Market growth , India

Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises, New Delhi, 2004

Annual report of the performance of the central public sector enterprises in India. Volume 1 contains a macro appraisal and analysis of the performance of central public enterprises in terms of broad physical & financial parameters. Volume 2 is an analysis of the performance of the CPSEs in different sectoral groups and of individual enterprises. Volume 3 contains enterprise-wise analytical data for three years viz. 2002-2003, 2001-2002 and 2000-2001. The information consists of summarised balance-sheet, summarised profit and loss account and important management ratios.

Public sector enterprises , Survey , Statistics , India

The politics of ASEAN: an introduction to Southeast Asian regionalism

This book begins by reviewing the region when it comprised various settlements, going all the way up to modern times when the region became known as Southeast Asia. Then the book presents the genesis of ASEAN and its early experiences with the concept of cooperation. Also included is the latest profile and a brief history of each member state.

Communications and multimedia in Malaysia: looking back and planning ahead

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Kuala Lumpur, 2002

A historical and illustrated sketch of telecommunications, broadcast and the development of multimedia in Malaysia.

Malaysia , Telecommunications , Multimedia , Communication technology

Business Opportunities - Colombia

Colombia offers the fifth largest market in Latin America having the third largest manufacturing and industrial economy of this region and a highly urbanized and consumption oriented population of over 44 million. 

World Development Indicators 2004 is a compilation of statistical data that contains over 80 tables and over 800 indicators for 152 economies and 14 country groups, as well as basic indicators for a further 55 economies.

Development indicators , Population , Labour , Employment , Unemployment , Poverty , Education , Health , Nutrition , Mortality , Environment , Pollution - water & air , Energy efficiency & emissions, Economy , Growth of output , Manufacturing , Merchandise trade , Service exports & imports , Structure of demand , Consumption and investment , Government finances , Monetary indicators , Balance of payments , External debt , World - private sector investment , FDI , Stock markets , Tax policies , Relative prices & exchange rates , Defense expenditures & arms transfers , Transport infrastructure , Power and communications , Science & technology , OECD trade , Commodity prices , Tariff barriers , Regional trade , Aid flows , Aid dependency , Multilateral treaties , Bibliography

This is an analysis of projections of developments in international financial markets and global economic system.

World economy , International financial markets , Output , Inflation , Financial policies , Foreign trade , Current account , Balance of payments , External debt , Flow of funds , Emerging markets , Developing countries , GDP, Unemployment , Employment , Implications of the US fiscal deficit , Structural reforms.

World Commission on the Social Dimension of Globalization, Geneva, 2004

Globalisation is a divisive subject. It verges on a dialogue of the deaf, both nationally and internationally. Yet the future of our countries, and the destiny of our globe, demands that we all rethink globalisation. This timely report describes in detail the pros and cons of globalisation in the present scenario, capturing faithfully the hopes and fears of our shared humanity.

Globalisation - nature and impact , Governance of globalisation , Reform at global level , Mobilizing action for change

This book is a collection of articles on global financial services which also presents profiles of companies engaged in the business of providing such services.

Financial services, CRM, Business strategies, Enterprise systems, Electronic commerce, Governance

CII PUBLICATIONS

1. Theme paper of the 'HRM Summit [13-14 February 2004: New Delhi]'

2. Background paper of the 'National Conference on World-Class Logistics Network in India: A Strategic Approach [28 May 2004: New Delhi]'

3. Background paper for the 'Export Summit: facilitating export growth in the East [15-16 June 2004: Kolkata]'

4. India's broadband economy: vision 2010

5. Public Private Partnership in Re-Greening of Degraded Revenue / Private / Forest Land - Cost Benefit Analysis

6. Coimbatore - an IT & ITES destination of choice - A comprehensive study of Coimbatore as an IT destination and feasibility of setting up of an IT park.

7. CII Annual Report 2003

8. Anandspeak: excerpts from [Anand Mahindra's] speeches 2003-2004

9. Doing business with China

10. Uttaranchal: an investor's guide

11. Industrial policies of Northern Region States: a comparative study

12. Proceedings of the 'AGRICON 2004, CII-DASP Conference on Opportunities in Agricultural Diversification and Food Processing in Uttaranchal [23-24 January 2004: Uttaranchal]'

13. Souvenir of the 'India Stone Mart 2003 [31 Jan - 4 Feb 2003: Jaipur]

14. India Stone Mart 2003: exhibitor catalogue

15. Theme paper of the 'North India - the Biotech gateway: Conference on Potential & Emerging Opportunities in Biotechnology [4-5 February 2004: New Delhi]'

16. Background paper for the 'Conference on Empowering Young Women Through Entrepreneurship [8 March 2004: Chennai]'

17. India-Myanmar Cooperation: new and innovative opportunities [19-22 February 2004: Yangon]

18. Union Budget 2004-05: Pre Budget Memorandum, June 2004

19. Proceedings of the CII's 2nd Agriculture Summit 2004 [11-12 May 2004: Jaipur]

20. Proceedings of a 'Workshop on Technology Financing in SMEs: Towards Global Competitiveness [21 April 2004: New Delhi]'

21. Proceedings of the 11th Quality Summit [4-6 November 2003: Bangalore]

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