Download or read book Temporary Power Outages written by Sandra Lott RN MSN and published by Author House. This book was released on 2010-02-03 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When we think of the word “temporary,” we think of momentary, just for a season, not lasting forever, or just for a little while. God allows situations, things and people in our lives, to have a temporary status because He knows what’s best for us. No one wants to hurt physically or emotionally for a long period of time. God was gracious enough to provide us with the term, “temporary.” He said, Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” “Temporary Power Outages,” shows how people of God still have trials, tribulations, and obstacles in our life, but glory to God, we can be overcomers. So many people feel that being a Christian means your troubles are over. Some people even feel that they are unworthy of God’s love and His blessings. Meanwhile, there are others who feel that since they are saved, they have everything in the bag. The author of this book struggled with her identity early in childhood and continued to struggle throughout part of her adult life. Only God knew how she felt about life and how disappointing it was at times. The author shares her many encounters with God throughout her life and how He kept her from Satan’s snares. She wants the world to know that it really is not about us, but about God and the sacrifice He made by giving His only Son for our sins.

Download or read book Terrorism and the Electric Power Delivery System written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2012-11-25 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The electric power delivery system that carries electricity from large central generators to customers could be severely damaged by a small number of well-informed attackers. The system is inherently vulnerable because transmission lines may span hundreds of miles, and many key facilities are unguarded. This vulnerability is exacerbated by the fact that the power grid, most of which was originally designed to meet the needs of individual vertically integrated utilities, is being used to move power between regions to support the needs of competitive markets for power generation. Primarily because of ambiguities introduced as a result of recent restricting the of the industry and cost pressures from consumers and regulators, investment to strengthen and upgrade the grid has lagged, with the result that many parts of the bulk high-voltage system are heavily stressed. Electric systems are not designed to withstand or quickly recover from damage inflicted simultaneously on multiple components. Such an attack could be carried out by knowledgeable attackers with little risk of detection or interdiction. Further well-planned and coordinated attacks by terrorists could leave the electric power system in a large region of the country at least partially disabled for a very long time. Although there are many examples of terrorist and military attacks on power systems elsewhere in the world, at the time of this study international terrorists have shown limited interest in attacking the U.S. power grid. However, that should not be a basis for complacency. Because all parts of the economy, as well as human health and welfare, depend on electricity, the results could be devastating. Terrorism and the Electric Power Delivery System focuses on measures that could make the power delivery system less vulnerable to attacks, restore power faster after an attack, and make critical services less vulnerable while the delivery of conventional electric power has been disrupted.

Download or read book Enhancing the Resilience of the Nation s Electricity System written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2017-10-25 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Americans' safety, productivity, comfort, and convenience depend on the reliable supply of electric power. The electric power system is a complex "cyber-physical" system composed of a network of millions of components spread out across the continent. These components are owned, operated, and regulated by thousands of different entities. Power system operators work hard to assure safe and reliable service, but large outages occasionally happen. Given the nature of the system, there is simply no way that outages can be completely avoided, no matter how much time and money is devoted to such an effort. The system's reliability and resilience can be improved but never made perfect. Thus, system owners, operators, and regulators must prioritize their investments based on potential benefits. Enhancing the Resilience of the Nation's Electricity System focuses on identifying, developing, and implementing strategies to increase the power system's resilience in the face of events that can cause large-area, long-duration outages: blackouts that extend over multiple service areas and last several days or longer. Resilience is not just about lessening the likelihood that these outages will occur. It is also about limiting the scope and impact of outages when they do occur, restoring power rapidly afterwards, and learning from these experiences to better deal with events in the future.

Download or read book When the Lights Went Out written by David E. Nye and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2010-01-29 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blackouts—whether they result from military planning, network failure, human error, or terrorism—offer snapshots of electricity's increasingly central role in American society. Where were you when the lights went out? At home during a thunderstorm? During the Great Northeastern Blackout of 1965? In California when rolling blackouts hit in 2000? In 2003, when a cascading power failure left fifty million people without electricity? We often remember vividly our time in the dark. In When the Lights Went Out, David Nye views power outages in America from 1935 to the present not simply as technical failures but variously as military tactic, social disruption, crisis in the networked city, outcome of political and economic decisions, sudden encounter with sublimity, and memories enshrined in photographs. Our electrically lit-up life is so natural to us that when the lights go off, the darkness seems abnormal. Nye looks at America's development of its electrical grid, which made large-scale power failures possible and a series of blackouts from military blackouts to the “greenout” (exemplified by the new tradition of “Earth Hour”), a voluntary reduction organized by environmental organizations. Blackouts, writes Nye, are breaks in the flow of social time that reveal much about the trajectory of American history. Each time one occurs, Americans confront their essential condition—not as isolated individuals, but as a community that increasingly binds itself together with electrical wires and signals.

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Download or read book CompTIA A Practice Tests Core 1 220 1101 and Core 2 220 1102 written by Ian Neil and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2023-11-17 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Efficiently prepare for both CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams with a variety of exam-oriented practice questions to ensure that your knowledge is tested thoroughly Key Features Ensure a comprehensive understanding of each exam domain with in-depth practice Enhance your problem-solving skills by working with real-world scenarios Assess your exam readiness with mock exams for both Core 1 and Core 2 Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources including practice questions, flashcards, and exam tips Book DescriptionThe CompTIA A+ exam is not only a valuable foundational certification, but also the key to unlocking a world of exciting career possibilities in the ever-dynamic IT landscape. This book combines the best-in-class practice tests for the exam, offering a substantial volume of exam-oriented practice material and mirroring the A+ exam's level of difficulty to ensure that you are not just prepared, but brimming with confidence when you sit for the A+ exam. The book begins with Core 1, delving into mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization, cloud computing, and troubleshooting. The chapters help you consolidate foundational knowledge essential for supporting computer software and hardware. As you progress to Core 2, you’ll review the knowledge you need to support common operating systems and software installations. This book grants you lifelong access to valuable supplementary resources available on an online platform, which include A+ flashcards and invaluable exam insights. With unlimited website access, you’ll have the freedom to practice as often as you wish, optimizing your readiness for the exam. By the end of this book, you’ll be fully prepared to confidently take both the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams.What you will learn Expertly diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues Navigate Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and more with confidence Secure wireless networks and protect against threats Troubleshoot problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU, and power Skillfully use Microsoft command-line tools Implement workstation backup and recovery methods Utilize remote access technologies with ease Assess your proficiency in communication techniques and professional conduct Who this book is forWhether you’re a student or a professional, if you’re on a mission to ace the CompTIA A+ exam, this book is for you. This book isn’t meant for teaching theory; instead, it will evaluate your retention of studied information and your exam readiness.

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Download or read book CompTIA A Practice Test Core 2 220 1102 written by Mark Birch and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2023-10-26 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polish the skills needed to efficiently prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) exam by solving exam-oriented practice questions Key Features Ensure that you have a clear understanding of the certification syllabus and exam objectives Consolidate your knowledge of all the essential CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam topics and key definitions Prepare for the exam structure by answering questions that are frequently part of it Book DescriptionThe CompTIA A+ Core 2 certification validates the knowledge you need to support common operating systems and software installations. This book tests the skills essential for you to secure computing environments and troubleshoot common computing issues, while adhering to operational procedures through practice questions. Using proven techniques to test a candidate's knowledge of Core 2 (220-1102) exam objectives, this book will ensure that you're well-prepared to pass the exam on your first attempt. The chapters in this book comprise multiple-choice questions at the same level of difficulty as those you’ll find in the official exam. All the questions are broken down into different chapters according to each exam domain, finishing with a 90-question mock exam to prepare you to confidently take the real exam. The chapters are designed in a way to not only test your knowledge, but also your ability to handle pressure during the exam. By the end of this practice test book, you’ll be well-prepared to pass the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam with confidence.What you will learn Use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tool in any given scenario Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods Manage and configure basic security settings in the Microsoft Windows OS Implement workstation backup and recovery methods with ease Find out how to effectively use remote access technologies Get tested on communication techniques and professionalism Who this book is forCompTIA A+ Practice Test Core 2 (220-1102) is for students and working professionals looking to pass the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) exam who have already completed studying for this exam. This book's purpose is not to teach theory, but to verify that you have retained the information that you’ve studied and ensure your current level of preparedness is sufficient to pass the exam.

Download or read book Computational Intelligence and Intelligent Systems written by Hu Peng and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-07 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the 10th International Symposium, ISICA 2018, held in Jiujiang, China, in October 2018.The 32 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 83 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on nature-inspired computing; bio-inspired computing; novel operators in evolutionary algorithms; automatic object segmentation and detection; and image colorization; multilingual automatic document classication and translation; knowledge-based articial intelligence; predictive data mining.

Download or read book Live Line Operation and Maintenance of Power Distribution Networks written by Tianyou Li and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-03-20 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excellent reference outlining the technical basis and working principles of live-line working, with current application technology, tools and working methods Introduces live-line working technology for the operation and maintenance of medium and low voltage power distribution networks, covering both the methods and techniques of live-line working on distribution networks with O&M field practices and experiences Elaborates the technical basis and working principles of live-line working in detail, with current application technology, tools and working methods Combining theory and practice closely, it provides technical guidance and helpful references to technical personnel who are engaged in distribution operation management, as well as related academics and researchers Written by a team of authors with extensive experience in both industry and academic fields, providing first-hand testimony of the issues facing electricity distribution companies, and offering sound theoretical foundations and rich field experiences

Download or read book Disaster Preparedness Urban Preppers with Kids Pets Parents written by and published by Vegas Rocks LLC. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Disaster Survival guide for the urban family with kids and pets. How to be prepared manual.

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Download or read book Weather related Power Outages and Electric System Resiliency written by Richard J. Campbell and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: High winds, especially when combined with precipitation from seasonal storms, can cause damage to electricity utility systems, resulting in service interruptions to large numbers of electricity customers. While most such power outages are caused by damage from trees and tree limbs falling on local electricity distribution lines and poles, major power outages tend to be caused by damage to electricity transmission lines which carry bulk power long distances. Depending on the severity of the storm and resulting impairment, power outages can last a few hours or extend to periods of several days, and have real economic effects. Power outages can impact businesses (primarily through lost orders and damage to perishable goods and inventories), and manufacturers (mainly through downtime and lost production, or equipment damage). Data from various studies lead to cost estimates from storm-related outages to the U.S. economy at between $20 billion and $55 billion annually. Data also suggest the trend of outages from weather-related events is increasing. Suggested solutions for reducing impacts from weather-related outages include improved tree-trimming schedules to keep rights-of-way clear, placing distribution and some transmission lines underground, implementing Smart Grid improvements to enhance power system operations and control, inclusion of more distributed generation, and changing utility maintenance practices and metrics to focus on power system reliability. However, most of these potential solutions come with high costs which must be balanced against the perceived benefits. A number of options exist for Congress to consider which could help reduce storm-related outages. These range from improving the quality of data on storm-related outages, to a greater strategic investment in the U.S. electricity grid. Congress could empower a federal agency to develop standards for the consistent reporting of power outage data. While responsibility for the reliability of the bulk electric system is under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (as per the Energy Policy Act of 2005), no central responsibility exists for the reliability of distribution systems. One possible option could be to bring distribution systems under the Electric Reliability Organization for reliability purposes. Recovery after storm-related outages might be enhanced by a federal role in formalizing the review or coordination of electric utility mutual assistance agreements (MAAs). This would not necessarily mean federal approval of MAAs, but may help in the cooperative coordination of additional federal and state resources, especially in a wide, multi-state weather event. While there has been much discussion of transmission system inadequacies and inefficiencies, many distribution systems are in dire need of upgrades or repairs. The cost of upgrading the U.S. grid to meet future uses is expected to be high, with the American Society of Civil Engineers estimating a need of $673 billion by 2020. While the federal government recently made funding available of almost $16 billion for specific Smart Grid projects and new transmission lines under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, there has not been a comprehensive effort to study the needs, set goals, and provide targeted funding for modernization of the U.S. grid as part of a long-term national energy strategy. Such an effort would also require decisions about the appropriate roles of government and the private sector. Power delivery systems are most vulnerable to storms and extreme weather events. Improving the overall condition and efficiency of the power delivery system can only serve to improve the resiliency of the system, and help hasten recovery from weather-related outages. Ultimately, however, electric utilities are responsible for this infrastructure. They are in the business of selling electricity, and they cannot sell electricity if their power delivery systems are out of service.

Download or read book The Disaster Recovery Handbook written by Michael Wallace and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2017-12-28 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The twenty-first century is an unpredictable place. While you cannot predict or prevent disasters, you can prepare for them with effort and planning. A quick survey of the headlines for any given day in the twenty-first century will highlight global market-affecting disasters such as superstorms, data breaches, pandemics, system failures, and strikes. With the detailed guidance found in the thoroughly updated version of this handbook, your company’s survival and the speedy resumption of business is all but assured. In The Disaster Recovery Handbook, you will learn how to proactively: Assess risk Create and document recovery procedures Assemble a disaster team Test and debug thoroughly Safeguard vital records, and more! With The Disaster Recovery Handbook by your side--including the third edition’s updates of emerging risks, developments in IT networking, and information security--you can learn how to avoid a great deal of potential trouble for your organization. When unavoidable, unpredictable disasters occur, you will know that you have planned for every contingency and have ensured that your company is responsible, ready, and resilient.

Download or read book The Disaster Recovery Handbook written by Lawrence Webber and published by AMACOM. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The twenty-first century is an unpredictable place. While you cannot predict or prevent disasters, you can prepare for them with effort and planning. A quick survey of the headlines for any given day in the twenty-first century will highlight global market-affecting disasters such as superstorms, data breaches, pandemics, system failures, and strikes. With the detailed guidance found in the thoroughly updated version of this handbook, your company’s survival and the speedy resumption of business is all but assured. In The Disaster Recovery Handbook, you will learn how to proactively: Assess risk Create and document recovery procedures Assemble a disaster team Test and debug thoroughly Safeguard vital records, and more! With The Disaster Recovery Handbook by your side--including the third edition’s updates of emerging risks, developments in IT networking, and information security--you can learn how to avoid a great deal of potential trouble for your organization. When unavoidable, unpredictable disasters occur, you will know that you have planned for every contingency and have ensured that your company is responsible, ready, and resilient.

Download or read book Horse Pasture Management written by Paul H. Sharpe and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-11-09 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horse Pasture Management begins with coverage of the structure, function and nutritional value of plants, continuing into identification of pasture plants. Management of soil and plants in a pasture is covered next, followed by horse grazing behavior, feed choices of horses, management of grazing horses, and how to calculate how many horses should be grazing relative to land size. Management of hay and silage are included, since year-round grazing is not possible on many horse farms. A number of chapters deal with interactions of a horse farm with the environment and other living things. As an aid in good pasture management, one chapter explains construction and use of fencing and watering systems. Contributions are rounded out with a chapter explaining how the University of Kentucky helps horse farm managers develop their pasture management programs. The purpose of the book is to help people provide a better life for horses Provides the basic principles of pasture management for those involved in equine-related fields and study Covers a variety of strategies for managing the behavior, grouping, environmental, and feeding needs of grazing horses to ensure high levels of welfare and health Includes information on environmental best practices, plant and soil assessment, and wildlife concerns Explains pasture-related diseases and toxic plants to be avoided Includes links to useful resources and existing extension programs