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Open source software is changing the world of Information T ... Read more

Open source software is changing the world of Information Technology. But making it work for your company is far more complicated than simply installing a copy of Linux. If you are serious about using open source to cut costs, accelerate development, and reduce vendor lock-in, you must institutionalize skills and create new ways of working. You must understand how open source is different from commercial software and what responsibilities and risks it brings. Open Source for the Enterprise is a sober guide to putting open source to work in the modern IT department. Open source software is software whose code is freely available to anyone who wants to change and redistribute it. New commercial support services, smaller licensing fees, increased collaboration, and a friendlier platform to sell products and services are just a few of the reasons open source is so attractive to IT departments. Some of the open source projects that are in current, widespread use in businesses large and small include Linux, FreeBSD, Apache, MySQL, PostgreSQL, JBOSS, and Perl. These have been used to such great effect by Google, Amazon, Yahoo!, and major commercial and financial firms, that a wave of publicity has resulted in recent years, bordering on hype. Large vendors such as IBM, Novell, and Hewlett Packard have made open source a lynchpin of their offerings. Open source has entered a new area where it is being used as a marketing device, a collaborative software development methodology, and a business model. This book provides something far more valuable than either the cheerleading or the fear-mongering one hears about open source. The authors are Dan Woods, former CTO of TheStreet.com and a consultant and author of several books about IT, and Gautam Guliani, Director of Software Architecture at Kaplan Test Prep & Admissions. Each has used open source software for some 15 years at IT departments large and small. They have collected the wisdom of a host of experts from IT departments, open source communities, and software companies. Open Source for the Enterprise provides a top to bottom view not only of the technology, but of the skills required to manage it and the organizational issues that must be addressed. Here are the sorts of questions answered in the book: Why is there a "productization gap" in most open source projects? How can the maturity of open source be evaluated? How can the ROI of open source be calculated? What skills are needed to use open source? What sorts of open source projects are appropriate for IT departments at the beginner, intermediate, advanced, and expert levels? What questions need to be answered by an open source strategy? What policies for governance can be instituted to control the adoption of open source? What new commercial services can help manage the risks of open source? Do differences in open source licenses matter? How will using open source transform an IT department? Praise for Open Source for the Enterprise: "Open Source has become a strategic business issue; decisions on how and where to choose to use Open Source now have a major impact on the overall direction of IT abilities to support the business both with capabilities and by controlling costs. This is a new game and one generally not covered in existing books on Open Source which continue to assume that the readers are 'deep dive' technologists, Open Source for the Enterprise provides everyone from business managers to technologists with the balanced view that has been missing. Well worth the time to read, and also worth encouraging others in your enterprise to read as well." ----Andy Mulholland - Global CTO Capgemini "Open Source for the Enterprise is required reading for anyone working with or looking to adopt open source technologies in a corporate environment. Its practical, no-BS approach will make sure you're armed with the information you need to deploy applications successfully (as well as helping you know when to say "no"). If you' Minimize

It's big. It's end loaded. It's tough. Rip-It reveals th ... Read more

It's big. It's end loaded. It's tough. Rip-It reveals the all new fastpitch Reaper and it's not for the feint of heart. Premium double wall construction, this bat is for a strong gal who can pound the peel, flame the fastball and challenge any pitcher's change-up. Reaper's swing weight is ideal for power hits. This all alloy, one piece bat is durable and is designed for players who love handle feedback. And its retro-cool graphics say it all . . . Reaper is the harvester of home run hits. Make no mistake. When you bring Rip-It Reaper to the plate, the outlook will be grim for the other team's score. Order yours today! Rip-It offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee on this Bat! If you don't like it for any reason. Rip-It will refund your purchase price with no questions asked, even if you take the wrapper off. So you don't have to worry that you might be getting the wrong bat ... because you can always return it to Rip-It within 30 days and get back your money. Manufacturer: Rip-It Sporting Goods Model # REAP63 (-10) length-to-weight 1 piece bat Barrel Material: Metal alloy Barrel Size: 2 1/4 inch Handle Material: Metal Alloy Slightly end loaded Double wall barrel BCT - beyond composite technology Advanced Tempered Ballistic Alloy (ATBA) Tabbed Taper Technology for Elongated Sweet Spot Vibration dampening grip Fused endcap design Made in the USA Approved for ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, High School & NCAA 400 day warranty Minimize

1 piece bat Barrel Material: Metal alloy Barrel Size: 2 1/4 ... Read more

1 piece bat Barrel Material: Metal alloy Barrel Size: 2 1/4 inch Handle Material: Metal Alloy 0.75 oz. endload BCT - beyond composite technology Tabbed-Taper Technology for Elongated Sweet Spot Vibration dampening grip Made in the USA Approved for ASA, USSSA, ISA NSA 400 day warranty Minimize

Bored with rigid bat rules? Sick of stupid softball restri ... Read more

Bored with rigid bat rules? Sick of stupid softball restrictions? Do you feel like 'NO composite' plus '98 MPH ball speed' equals NO FUN?!' Don't get mad . . . get the Grim Reaper! Reaper (REAP6) is the multiwall slowpitch bat by Rip-It. Reaper multiwall feels like composite. Reaper sounds like composite. Reaper even hits like composite . . . But it's not. This Reaper model is multiwall aluminum. That means you get more trampoline effect with every hit. And it's endloaded . You won't just hit the ball, you'll pound it to the parking lot. Plus Reaper's stiffer handle transfers more of your swing energy to the ball. Top it off with Reaper's awesome graphics and you'll be striking fear in the outfield. Rip-It is so confident you'll love Reaper multiwall, it offers you a 400 day warranty and a 30 money back guarantee. So don't let the bat rules get you down! Stir up some excitement in your next game. Swing the Grim Reaper during your next at-bat. Get yours today. Manufacturer: Rip-It Sporting Goods Model # REAP6 1 piece bat Barrel Material: Tempered Ballistic Alloy Barrel Size: 2 1/4 ich Handle Material: Tempered Ballistic Alloy Multiwall barrel Endloaded for maximum power hits Stiff swing to transfer all your energy to the ball Legal where composite is banned Feels, sounds and performs like composite One piece design transfers all your energy to the ball Vibration dampening grip Made in the USA Approved for ASA, USSSA, ISA, NSA, and All-Alloy Leagues Minimize

REAP MAN CAVE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum ... Read more

REAP MAN CAVE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum 9 x 36 Inches, A BRAND NEW SIGN!! Made of aluminum and high quality vinyl lettering and graphics this sign is available in 3 Different Sizes. Made to last for years outdoors the sign is nice enough to display indoors. Comes with two holes pre-punched for easy installation, corners are rounded. The item shipped will be exactly as shown in the picture. (Unless you notify us otherwise i.e. a custom made order). Minimize

We can roll this bat for $20.00, just send us payment in pa ... Read more

We can roll this bat for $20.00, just send us payment in paypal.2012 RIP-IT REAP-8 REAPER SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL BAT 34/26 2 FREE TITANIUM NECKLACES WITH PURCHASE!!! $60.00 VALUE BLACK/RED, BLACK/WHITE, BLACK/GRAY, BLACK/ORANGE, BLUE/WHITE, BLUE/GOLD, RED/WHITE, GREEN/GOLD, GREEN/LIGHT YELLOW, PINK/WHITE, ORANGE/WHITE, PURPLE/BLACK, PURPLE/GOLD, GREEN/ORANGE, GREEN/ORANGE/WHITE, BLACK/GOLD....WE DO OUR BEST TO HAVE ALL COLORS AVAILABLE BUT WE MAY RUN SHORt 2012 RIP-IT REAP-8 REAPER SLOWPITCH SOFTBA Minimize

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "B ... Read more

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "Beyond Composite Technology" Endloaded Design Vibration Dampening Grip One Piece Design 2 1/4" barrel diameter 100% composite free -10 Length-to-weight ratio Made in the USA Legal For: ASA, USSSA, ISA, NSA, High School and NCAA Minimize

Reap the physical rewards when you make 2012 a year of dedi ... Read more

Reap the physical rewards when you make 2012 a year of dedication and transformation with this versatile machine. The Schwinn 420 elliptical gives you an ergonomic, fat-burning workout, with intuitive controls and customizable programs to work with your specific fitness goals. And with its integrated heart monitor, you'll know when your heart rate is in the fat-burning zone, ensuring more efficient exercise routines - BioFit Comfort - Biomechanically designed linkages means a comfortable and natural 18-inch elliptical path - Ergonomic handles for multiple workout positions - Speakers and MP3 music input port in a console that holds magazines, ebooks or other media in multiple locations - BioDyne Performance - Bi-directional pedaling allows you to pedal forward or backward to target specific muscle groups - Perimeter weighted flywheel with high inertia for smooth, consistent workouts - Oversized stabilizers and levelers that are built-in for a solid workout platform - BioConnect Feedback - 8 workout programs, 6 course profiles, fitness test, and custom workout - Integrated grip heart rate system - 16 resistance levels Minimize

Lucy Walsh's heart remains with the struggling town of ... Read more

Lucy Walsh's heart remains with the struggling town of Paragon Springs, but she feels beholden to her husband, Admire, to make the Run to the Cherokee Strip for new land.... Minimize

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "B ... Read more

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "Beyond Composite Technology" Endloaded Design Vibration Dampening Grip One Piece Design 2 1/4" barrel diameter 100% composite free -10 Length-to-weight ratio Made in the USA Legal For: ASA, USSSA, ISA, NSA, High School and NCAA Minimize

REAP Street Sign ~ Personalized Family Lastname Novelty Sig ... Read more

REAP Street Sign ~ Personalized Family Lastname Novelty Sign ~ Gameroom, Basement, Garage Sign ** Aluminum 9 x 36. Made of Aluminum and High Quality Vinyl Letters and Graphics. This sign is 9 x 36 inches. Made to last for years outdoors, the sign is nice enough to display indoors too, comes with two holes pre-punched for easy installation and the corners are rounded. The item shipped will be exactly as shown in the picture (Unless you notify us otherwise i.e. a custom made order) Minimize

0.5 oz End Load 100% Double Wall Composite 14.5 Inch Barrel ... Read more

0.5 oz End Load 100% Double Wall Composite 14.5 Inch Barrel Length 30 Day Money Back Guarantee From Rip-It Approved by USSSA, NSA, and ISA Free Shipping Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty Not Legal for ASA Play Ultra-Cushioned Grip Minimize

Xtreme Shock in a powder. What a concept! Now you can reap ... Read more

Xtreme Shock in a powder. What a concept! Now you can reap the benefits of your favorite Beta-Alanine drink whenever you want... just add water! From the very first gulp, Xtreme Shock promotes instant muscle energy and strength gains plus buffers lactic acid build up, allowing you to pack on new muscle, faster and easier than ever before. No Carbs, No Sugar, No Aspartame and Absolutely NO CRASH! Experience what the trainers across America are talking about! Xtreme Shock Pre Workout Formula is so Xtreme we recommend for the first 5 days start off with 1 scoop (5.55g) on days 1 and 2. For days 3 and 4, 1-2 scoops and days 5 and beyond 1-3 scoops. Use 4-6 oz. of cold water for each scoop. Not intended for the use by anyone under the age of 18. Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a health care professional before using this product if you have heart disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, depression or other psychiatric condition, glaucoma, difficulty in urinating, prostate enlargement, or seizure disorder, if you are using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) or any other prescription drug, or you are using an over-the-counter drug containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine (ingredients found in certain allergy, asthma, cough/cold and weight control products). Exceeding recommended serving will not improve results and may cause serious adverse health effects. Discontinue use and call a health care professional immediately if you experience rapid heartbeat, tremors, dizziness, severe headache, shortness of breath, or similar symptoms. Limit the use of caffeine containing medications, food, and beverages whil Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, citric acid, silica, natural & artificial flavors, beet root & sucralose. a.n.s.i.,advance nutrient sciences,advanced nutrient sciences,ANSI,ansi brand,extreme shock powder,shock powder extreme,shock powder xtreme,shockpowder xtreme,Xtreme Shock Powder,xtreme shockpowder Minimize

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "B ... Read more

RIP-IT 2012 REAP- 6 REAPER FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT BCT -- "Beyond Composite Technology" Endloaded Design Vibration Dampening Grip One Piece Design 2 1/4" barrel diameter 100% composite free -10 Length-to-weight ratio Made in the USA Legal For: ASA, USSSA, ISA, NSA, High School and NCAA Minimize

0.5 oz End Load 100% Double Wall Composite 14.5 Inch Barrel ... Read more

0.5 oz End Load 100% Double Wall Composite 14.5 Inch Barrel Length 30 Day Money Back Guarantee From Rip-It Approved by USSSA, NSA, and ISA Free Shipping Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty Not Legal for ASA Play Ultra-Cushioned Grip Minimize

2012 RIP-IT REAP-8 REAPER SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL BAT Slightly e ... Read more

2012 RIP-IT REAP-8 REAPER SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL BAT Slightly end loaded softpitch softball bat comes hot out of the wrapper with single wall alloy construction Beyond Composite Technology--designed to be the highest performing bat under the ASA standard Full barrel performance--offers the best possible hit upon contact with the barrel Durable, synthetic Raised Ridge Cushion Grip for high-performance, sting-free comfort 30-day performance guarantee; 1-year limited warranty Approved for ASA, ISA, NS Minimize

REAP MAN CAVE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum ... Read more

REAP MAN CAVE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum 6 x 24 Inches, A BRAND NEW SIGN!! Made of aluminum and high quality vinyl lettering and graphics this sign is available in 3 Different Sizes. Made to last for years outdoors the sign is nice enough to display indoors. Comes with two holes pre-punched for easy installation, corners are rounded. The item shipped will be exactly as shown in the picture. (Unless you notify us otherwise i.e. a custom made order). Minimize

Sitomer shares modern methods for keeping students engaged ... Read more

Sitomer shares modern methods for keeping students engaged in the "boring" classroom.... Minimize

REAP FAMILY Parking Sign - Aluminum Personalized Parking S ... Read more

REAP FAMILY Parking Sign - Aluminum Personalized Parking Sign - Multiple sizes 12 X 18 Inches, A BRAND NEW SIGN!! Made of aluminum and high quality vinyl lettering and graphics this sign is available in 2 Different Sizes. Made to last for years outdoors the sign is nice enough to display indoors. Comes with two holes pre-punched for easy installation, corners are rounded. The item shipped will be exactly as shown in the picture. (Unless you notify us otherwise i.e. a custom made order) General Motors Trademarks used under license to The Lizton Sign Shop. Minimize

In this thriller from director Stephen Hopkins LOST IN SPAC ... Read more

In this thriller from director Stephen Hopkins LOST IN SPACE UNDER SUSPICION Oscar winner Hilary Swank is Katherine Winter a college professor who refutes mysteries and so-called miracles with scientific evidence. When science teacher Doug Blackwell David Morrisey invites Katherine and her former teaching assistantcurrent colleague Ben Idris Elba to his hometown of Haven Louisiana to investigate a river whose water has turned blood-red following the mysterious death of a local boy the cynical professor is forced to find her own faith. The river of blood is just the first in a series of strange occurrences in Haven. It seems that each of the 10 plagues from Exodus is being manifested in order. The citizens of this Bible Belt town are convinced that 12-year-old Loren McConnell AnnaSophia Robb is responsible for her brother's death and for the strange events. Soon Katherine finds herself questioning everything as memories from her past suddenly infiltrate the present in her search for the truth. The Deep South setting is both beautiful and creepy--particularly Doug's classic antebellum mansion and the swamps where the McConnell family lives. Swank is reliably solid as Katherine a woman of faith who lost everything important to her and turned to science for answers. Young AnnaSophia Robb a young actress to watch has a captivating screen presence. Brits David Morrissey and Idris Elba THE WIRE round out the main characters with Morrissey a convincing Southern gentleman and Elba a man who overcame his tough life on the streets to become a professor. Stephen Rea also appears as Father Costigan a link to Katherine's sad past. Minimize

Bouncing has never been so fun! The Standard 15 x 9 ft rect ... Read more

Bouncing has never been so fun! The Standard 15 x 9 ft rectangular trampoline is perfect for the family with a narrow back yard! Reap the benefits of rebounding! Benefits include a full aerobic, cardiovascular and strength workout, increases bone density while taking the stress off of weight bearing joints. A great way to get a workout and have a blast doing it! FREE Trampoline Frame Pad The Standard rectangle outdoor trampoline features a rugged, stainless, galvanized construction with a Permatron mat and extra-wide frame pads to cover springs. This trampoline is the safest on the market and surpasses all ASTM requirements. Made in the USA! Frame Pad color may vary. Safety Enclosure Net Available For even more safety, add a 4 pole Safety Enclosure Unit. Exceeding all ASTM requirements, the safety enclosure features easy assembly and an overlapping doorway! FREE Lifetime Warranty! Order with confidence! The frame of this trampoline is guaranteed for life! Minimize

Let us not give up in doing what is fine, for in due season ... Read more

Let us not give up in doing what is fine, for in due season we shall reap if we do not tire out Galatians 6:9. Ministry Products, service and meeting and family worship supplies for Jehovah's Witnesses Watchtower Minimize

Investigative scholar Katherine Winter (Hilary Swank) is a ... Read more

Investigative scholar Katherine Winter (Hilary Swank) is a debunker of modern "miracles," bringing scientific light to superstition and fraud. But events in tiny Haven, Louisiana, defy even her expertise. There, the 10 Biblical Plagues seem to be reoccurring. And the more she seeks answers, the more she questions her own beliefs. Two-time Academy Award (R) winner Swank headlines this electrifying Dark Castle Entertainment production that reaps locusts, frogs, a river of blood and more - all to eye-filling, fear-inducing, heart-probing, must-see effect. Minimize

REAP PLACE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum 6 ... Read more

REAP PLACE Sign - Personalized Last Name Sign - Aluminum 6 x 24 Inches, A BRAND NEW SIGN!! Made of aluminum and high quality vinyl lettering and graphics this sign is available in 3 Different Sizes. Made to last for years outdoors the sign is nice enough to display indoors. Comes with two holes pre-punched for easy installation, corners are rounded. The item shipped will be exactly as shown in the picture. (Unless you notify us otherwise i.e. a custom made order). Minimize

It has ended. It begins again. In Kavelin, Lady Nepanthe s ... Read more

It has ended. It begins again. In Kavelin, Lady Nepanthe s new life with the wizard Varthlokkur is disturbed by visions of her lost son, while King Bragi Ragnarson and Michael Trebilcock scheme to help the exiled Princess Mist re-usurp her throne - under their thumb. In Shinsan, a pig-farmer s son takes command of Eastern Army, while Lord Kuo faces plots in his council and a suicide attack of two million Matayangans on his border. But in the desert beyond the Dread Empire, a young victim of the Great War becomes the Deliverer of an eons-forgotten god, chosen to lead the legions of the dead. And the power of his vengeance will make a world s schemes as petty as dust, blown wild in the horror that rides the east wind. This volume marks the beginning of the end. Reap the East Wind is the first step on the road to the long-delayed final chapter of Glen Cook s legendary Dread Empire series. Minimize