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The modeling of stochastic dependence is fundamental for understanding random systems evolving in time. When measured through linear correlation, many of these systems exhibit a slow correlation decay--a phenomenon often referred to as long-memory or long-range dependence. An example of this is the absolute returns of equity data in finance. Selfsimilar stochastic processes (particularly fractional Brownian motion) have long been postulated as a means to model this behavior, and the concept of selfsimilarity for a stochastic process is now proving to be extraordinarily useful. Selfsimilarity translates into the equality in distribution between the process under a linear time change and the same process properly scaled in space, a simple scaling property that yields a remarkably rich theory with far-flung applications.

After a short historical overview, this book describes the current state of knowledge about selfsimilar processes and their applications. Concepts, definitions and basic properties are emphasized, giving the reader a road map of the realm of selfsimilarity that allows for further exploration. Such topics as noncentral limit theory, long-range dependence, and operator selfsimilarity are covered alongside statistical estimation, simulation, sample path properties, and stochastic differential equations driven by selfsimilar processes. Numerous references point the reader to current applications.

Though the text uses the mathematical language of the theory of stochastic processes, researchers and end-users from such diverse fields as mathematics, physics, biology, telecommunications, finance, econometrics, and environmental science will find it an ideal entry point for studying the already extensive theory and applications of selfsimilarity..
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Here's a very special book for those who want to rely on the power of God for healing and cure of alcoholism and addiction, want to join others of like mind, and also want to gather as a study group that resembles and uses early A.A. principles and practices This book tells you how the A.A. pioneers got well. It makes many specific suggestions as to how to conduct a study group, what the topics can be, what the leader should do, what the resources can be, and how the group can organize and proceed. It is a very practical guide being used by many groups today. Some operate as A.A. groups. Some as church groups. Some as recovery groups. Some as Big Book, or Bible or Twelve Step study groups--and even all three together. Some fellowships are conducted with the help of a church, a professional, or a garden variety drunk. Some have even called themselves The James Club which was the name the early AAs wanted to give to the A.A. Society at the time the Big Book was being written. They favored study of the Book of James in the Bible. So did Bill Wilson. And Dr. Bob and his wife mentioned it frequently. Here is a guide you can use for yourself, for a meeting, for a group, for a church, or for a recovery program..
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For the first time the problems of voice services self-similarity are discussed systematically and in detail with specific examples and illustrations

Self-Similar Processes in Telecommunications considers the self-similar (fractal and multifractal) models of telecommunication traffic and efficiency based on the assumption that its traffic has fractal or multifractal properties (is self-similar).  The theoretical aspects of the most well-known traffic models demonstrating self-similar properties are discussed in detail and the comparative analysis of the different models’ efficiency for self-similar traffic is presented.

This book demonstrates how to use self-similar processes for designing new telecommunications systems and optimizing existing networks so as to achieve maximum efficiency and serviceability. The approach is rooted in theory, describing the algorithms (the logical arithmetical or computational procedures that define how a task is performed) for modeling these self-similar processes. However, the language and ideas are essentially accessible for those who have a general knowledge of the subject area and the advice is highly practical: all models, problems and solutions are illustrated throughout using numerous real-world examples.

• Adopts a detailed, theoretical, yet broad-based and practical mathematical approach for designing and operating numerous types of telecommunications systems and networks so as to achieve maximum efficiency
• Places the subject in context, describing the current algorithms that make up the fractal or self-similar processes while pointing to the future development of the technology
• Offers a comparative analysis of the different types of self-similar process usage within the context of local area networks, wide area networks and in the modeling of video traffic and mobile communications networks
• Describes how mathematical models are used as a basis for building numerous types of network, including voice, audio, data, video, multimedia services and IP (Internet Protocol) telephony

The book will appeal to the wide range of specialists dealing with the design and exploitation of telecommunication systems. It will be useful for the post-graduate students, lecturers and researchers connected with communication networks disciplines..
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The latest edition of Kells's groundbreaking work on deriving the maximum benefit from the self-evaluation process has been extensively rewritten to place a strong emphasis on quality assurance and building a culture of self-regulation within the institution. The author discusses how to design an effective, efficient self-study program to fit each institution's situation as well as how to generate enthusiasm for the process and its potential to improve programs. The book ably demonstrates how the self-study process is applicable not only to the effective management of institutions, but also to satisfying the requirements of the accreditation process..
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This digital document is an article from Association Management, published by American Society of Association Executives on January 1, 2002. The length of the article is 783 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: How Effective is your board? Consider a simple self-assessment that is both constructive and insightful. (Board Primer).(nonprofit boards)(Brief Article)
Author: Victoria E. Elliott
Publication:Association Management (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2002
Publisher: American Society of Association Executives
Volume: 54 Issue: 1 Page: 98(2)

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from Association Management, published by American Society of Association Executives on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 562 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Governance: self-regulating the nonprofit sector.
Publication:Association Management (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: American Society of Association Executives
Volume: 56 Issue: 4 Page: 24(1)

Distributed by Thomson Gale.
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