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Getting familiar with cloud computing features from scratch to advanced. Description Cloud computing is a technology that allows you to store, access data and programs over the internet instead of the hard drive or a server. In this book, you will gain knowledge about the fundamentals of cloud computing. This book includes a detailed description of the features of the cloud, the importance of cloud in today’s era, and uses of cloud computing. This book provides you with a deep knowledge of the basics of cloud computing. You will learn about the characteristics, architecture, and uses and importance of cloud computing. This book also explores the concept of scalability and redundancy regarding cloud computing. You will learn about the various cloud deployment and service models. You will also gain knowledge of virtualization technology. You will also have a guided tour of concepts related to cloud management, data storage and security, and cloud operations and technologies. At the end of the book, you will learn about the advanced concepts of cloud computing and also learn about mobile cloud computing. What you will learn -In-depth understanding on the fundamentals of cloud computing. -Explore the role and importance of cloud computing across businesses and enterprises. -Learn about cloud deployment models and service models. -Gain knowledge on cloud storage, cloud security, administration of cloud and mobile cloud computing. Who this book is for This book is open to all graduates, beginners and working professionals to help them understand everything about cloud computing and how to operate in a cloud environment. Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Architecture and Applications 3. Scalability and Redundancy 4. Cloud Services 5. Cloud Deployment Models 6. Virtualization 7. Management 8. Data Storage and Security 9. Operations and Challenges 10. Technologies and Service Providers 11. Cloud Cube Model 12. Mobile Cloud Computing About the Authors Surbhi Rastogi is a young, keen learner, and dedicated author who has been writing books for about eleven years. She obtained her MCA degree from Garhwal University and graduated from Kurukshetra University. She has written many books on Computers in English and Hindi which have been used as textbooks in various Universities. Her book ‘Programming in Java’ was awarded a prize in technical writing from AICTE. LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/surbhi-rastogi-1196b416b

Learn how to build an end-to-end Web application security testing framework Description Hands-on Penetration Testing for Web Applications offers readers with knowledge and skillset to identify, exploit and control the security vulnerabilities present in commercial web applications including online banking, mobile payments and e-commerce applications. We begin with exposure to modern application vulnerabilities present in web applications. You will learn and gradually practice the core concepts of penetration testing and OWASP Top Ten vulnerabilities including injection, broken authentication and access control, security misconfigurations and cross-site scripting (XSS). What you will learn Complete overview of concepts of web penetration testing. Learn to secure against OWASP TOP 10 web vulnerabilities. Discover security flaws in your web application using most popular tools like nmap and wireshark. Learn to respond modern automated cyber attacks with the help of expert-led tips and tricks. Who this book is for This book is for Penetration Testers, ethical hackers, and web application developers. People who are new to security testing will also find this book useful. Basic knowledge of HTML, JavaScript would be an added advantage. Table of Contents 1. Why Application Security? 2. Modern application Vulnerabilities 3. Web Pentesting Methodology 4. Testing Authentication 5. Testing Session Management 6. Testing Secure Channels 7. Testing Secure Access Control 8. Sensitive Data and Information disclosure 9. Testing Secure Data validation 10. Attacking Application Users: Other Techniques 11. Attacking Application Users: Other Techniques 12. Automating Custom Attacks 13. Pentesting Tools 14. Static Code Analysis 15. Mitigations and Core Defense Mechanisms

Step-by-step guide to learn Ripple and explore $155 trillion+ market on international remittance Key Features Know the inefficiencies of banks in international remittance and how Ripple can help Learn Ripple’s architecture and its product offerings such as xCurrent, xRapid, and xVia Acquire development skills on Ripple’s XRP ledger Understand and apply all the features of XRP ledger, such as direct and partial payments, escrows, checks, micropayments, and fees Learn to integrate XRP ledger with your traditional and Blockchain-based solution in trade finance, e-auction, money market, swaps, and more Learn operation of Stablecoins and how to implement them in Islamic banking Know the wide spectrum of acceptance of Ripple across the globe Description The book is written for all IT professionals. It starts with the loopholes existing in the banking as well as payment industry, especially in the international remittance space, that have led to the invention of Bitcoin, a Blockchain product, followed by Ethereum, and finally Ripple. The book focuses on Ripple’s architecture and the different open source and enterprise products offered by Ripple, which have been widely adopted by the global payment industry today. For developers, there are adequate examples covering Ripple’s development APIs with different features such as instant payment, partial payment, escrow, checks, and micropayment. In later chapters, the book reviews different use cases on money market, e-auction, trade finance, swaps, etc., which will help you greatly to use Ripple and create new business models for international trading. In last few chapters, the book focuses on some of the leading Stablecoins such as JPM Coin, Libra, and Tether that are threatening to disrupt the finance industry. Use cases on tokenization and Stablecoins are discussed, especially in Islamic banking, which is an area less travelled by industry leaders. Finally, the book elaborates how Ripple has invaded the global market and lists the major players in this space so far. What will you learn By the end of the book, readers will have enough information on the right usage of Ripple to create value for their business models by eliminating age-old, lengthy, expensive payment channels with frictionless commerce for smoother execution of business processes. Business scenarios and solutions are provided, along with flowcharts, diagrams, and sample codes, that stakeholders can refer to and further enhance, as per their respective business need, and deploy them in live projects. The best and unique part of the book is that all the examples are written in Java, which most readers understand. Who this book is for Influencers, customers, decision makers, or developers — this book would be very useful for any reader who is eager to learn the industry’s vision on Ripple, or the use cases that can benefit from Ripple and crypto adoption, or wish to develop applications connected to the rippled server for upgrading their payment mechanism. Table of Contents Introduction Ripple Architecture Development With Ripplenet and Xrp Use Case Micropayments Use Case Instant Security Settlement in Stock Market Use Case Settlement for Intraday Trading in Money Market Use Case Derivatives and Swaps Trade Finance Stable Coins Use Case Islamic Banking Banks of Tomorrow About the Author Debajani Mohanty is a solution architect who has been involved in large-scale projects and has built many scalable enterprises for B2B and B2C products, right from conceptualization to marketing, in varied domains such as travel, e-governance, e-commerce, and BFSI. Writing complex technical articles in an easy-to-understand language and with high readability is her forte that has earned her close to fifteen thousand followers on social media. Debajani has authored the bestseller Blockchain from Concept to Execution by BPB publications, one of the few books in the IT industry that has been translated to other international languages such as German and Chinese. She has also written Ethereum for Architects and Developers and R3 Corda for Architects and Developers, published by Apress and Springer Nature, which have been well received by the industry. Debajani is a global Blockchain pioneer and leader who has architected many unique products that are in the pilot and production phase in India as well as the international market. Also, she has been awarded and appreciated by business leaders in the world. She is a mentor at Amity University Online and has been a keynote speaker at PACT Forum (Philadelphia, USA), NASSCOM, UNICOM, Amity, and many other prestigious events. Debajani is a women’s rights activist and was felicitated by Nobel Peace prize winner Mr. Kailash Satyarthi with the prestigious Aarya award for her outstanding contributions to women empowerment in the field of literature. Follow her on twitter: https://twitter.com/debimr75 Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debajanimohantypmp