Importance of Reference Services in Libraries
Reference services in libraries play a crucial role in connecting users with the information they need, promoting the use of library collections. This service assists users in various queries and requests, ranging from simple fact-finding to complex research. Reference functions include responsive s
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Understanding Motion: Frames of Reference and Relative Motion
Motion is defined as a change in position over time. To describe motion accurately, one needs to understand frames of reference and relative motion. Frames of reference are systems of objects used to determine if something is in motion, while relative motion involves movement in relation to a refere
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Understanding Domain and Range of Functions
Understanding functions involves exploring concepts such as domain, range, and algebraic inputs. This content covers topics like constructing functions, common functions like quadratic and trigonometric, and solving functions based on given domain and range. It also provides practice questions to te
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Gradual Fine-Tuning for Low-Resource Domain Adaptation: Methods and Experiments
This study presents the effectiveness of gradual fine-tuning in low-resource domain adaptation, highlighting the benefits of gradually easing a model towards the target domain rather than abrupt shifts. Inspired by curriculum learning, the approach involves training the model on a mix of out-of-doma
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Understanding Domain Adaptation in Machine Learning
Domain adaptation in machine learning involves transferring knowledge from one domain to another. It addresses the challenge of different data distributions in training and testing sets, leading to improved model performance. Techniques like domain adversarial training and transfer learning play a k
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IEEE 802.11-2020 Multi-Link Reference Model Discussion
This contribution discusses the reference model to support multi-link operation in IEEE 802.11be and proposes architecture reference models to support multi-link devices. It covers aspects such as baseline architecture reference models, logical entities in different layers, Multi-Link Device (MLD) f
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Understanding Integrity Constraints in Relational Database Systems
Integrity constraints play a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of data in a database. They include domain constraints, entity integrity, and referential integrity, each serving a specific purpose to ensure data consistency and reliability. Domain constraints ensure values in a c
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Understanding Injective and Surjective Functions
Injective functions map elements from the domain to the range uniquely, while surjective functions ensure every element in the co-domain has a corresponding element in the domain. The negation of injective means finding x1 and x2 in the domain with the same function value but not equal, whereas for
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Introduction to PDDL Planning Domain
PDDL (Planning Domain Description Language) is a language based on STRIPS with various extensions originally defined by Drew McDermott. It is used in the International Planning Competition (IPC) series and offers a standard input for many planners. Tasks are specified using two files: domain file an
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Understanding Functions: Definitions and Arrow Diagrams
Recall the definition of a function, where each element in the domain is related to exactly one element in the co-domain. Arrow diagrams can visually represent functions from finite sets X to Y. In this example, a function is defined from X = {a, b, c} to Y = {1, 2, 3, 4} using arrow diagrams, showc
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Understanding Operating System Protection Principles
Explore the goals, principles, and implementation of protection in computer systems, including access matrix, domain structure, and capability-based systems. Learn how protection domains and access control are used to specify resource access, and delve into the concept of least privilege and dynamic
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Understanding Relations and Functions in Mathematics
A relation is a correspondence between two sets where each element in the first set (domain) corresponds to at least one element in the second set (range). Functions are special relations where each element in the domain has a unique correspondence in the range. Surjective functions map the entire r
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Introduction to Construction of Reference Planes in Engineering
Explore the process of constructing reference planes in engineering, including principal planes, creating reference planes, reference features, and how to uniquely define a plane. Reference planes are essential for creating new sketches and carrying out feature operations in engineering design.
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Understanding Domain Name Service (DNS) in Linux Network Administration
Domain Name Service (DNS) is a crucial scheme for resolving hostnames in a network, eliminating the need to record all hostnames in a local file. The Berkeley Internet Name Domain service (BIND) is a prominent DNS implementation providing efficient hostname resolution. DNS organizes hostnames in a h
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Understanding Inertial and Non-Inertial Frames of Reference
Frames of reference play a crucial role in describing and observing motion. In physics, there are two main types of frames of reference: inertial and non-inertial. An inertial frame is one that moves at a constant velocity, where Newton's first law holds true. Such frames have specific characteristi
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Country Names in the Domain Name System (DNS)
The Domain Name System (DNS) plays a crucial role in attributing top-level and second-level domains to country names. This system is global and managed by ICANN, not national offices, allowing for unique attribution to one person. Examples of country names registered as second-level domains are prov
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Understanding Semantics: Reference and Sense Explained
Explore the concepts of reference and sense in semantics through examples and practice questions. Learn how language expressions refer to things in the world and understand the distinction between the referent and the reference. Delve into variable and constant reference with practical scenarios to
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Insights on Virtual Reference Services and Collaboration in Libraries
Explore the findings from interviews with VRS librarians regarding collaboration, difficult reference encounters within and outside librarians' expertise, and the importance of sustainable collaboration between Virtual Reference and Social Q&A sites for creating new library services. The research fo
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Enhancing Reference Services: Skills and Guidelines for Library Professionals
Explore the essence of conducting reference interviews, understanding the advantages and disadvantages, essential personal and interpersonal skills, and guidelines for behavioral performance in providing reference and information services. Delve into the remote reference service concept, the integra
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Introduction to PDDL Planning Domain Language
PDDL (Planning Domain Description Language) is a language based on STRIPS with various extensions, widely used in the International Planning Competition. It allows for specifying tasks via domain and problem files, representing predicates, operators, objects, initial states, and goal states. Blackbo
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Hierarchical Attention Transfer Network for Cross-domain Sentiment Classification
A study conducted by Zheng Li, Ying Wei, Yu Zhang, and Qiang Yang from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology on utilizing a Hierarchical Attention Transfer Network for Cross-domain Sentiment Classification. The research focuses on sentiment classification testing data of books, training
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Understanding Reference and Inference in Linguistics
Discussing deixis, the act of reference in language is explained as a way for speakers and writers to enable listeners and readers to identify entities. Reference involves using proper nouns, phrases, pronouns, and even invented names. Inference plays a crucial role in successful acts of reference,
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Developing MPI Programs with Domain Decomposition
Domain decomposition is a parallelization method used for developing MPI programs by partitioning the domain into portions and assigning them to different processes. Three common ways of partitioning are block, cyclic, and block-cyclic, each with its own communication requirements. Considerations fo
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Understanding Cross-Domain Policies in Web Application Security
This content explores various aspects of cross-domain policies in web applications, including the Same-Origin Policy for JavaScript and Flash, their importance in protecting user data, potential risks of bypassing these policies, and the implications of trusting Flash content to read data from exter
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Challenges in Establishing a Secure Inter-Domain Routing System
The daunting task of creating a secure and trusted inter-domain routing system poses significant challenges due to the decentralized nature of the internet. Addressing issues such as propagation of false routing information, ensuring correct reachability, and dealing with the lack of a clear truth m
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Benchmarking Reference Data Collection in Libraries: Insights from Library Assessment Conference 2018
Explore the results of a national survey on reference transaction instruments presented at the Library Assessment Conference 2018. Discover the importance of capturing reference interactions, comparing studies, and methods of data collection in libraries. Understand the changing landscape of referen
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Wyoming Eminent Domain Laws - Legal Updates and Negotiations
Wyoming Legislative Changes to Eminent Domain Laws outline the requirements for exercising eminent domain, including proof of public interest and necessity, diligent negotiations, and proper notification to property owners. The laws also emphasize the importance of good faith negotiations and fair c
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Introduction to Ontology in Computer Science
Ontology is the study of existence, with applications in various fields like philosophy, linguistics, and computer science. In computer science, an ontology is an engineering artifact that defines a specific vocabulary to describe a domain, along with explicit assumptions about the vocabulary's inte
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Important Update: Change of CORE Domain Code and Impacted Auction Information
An important update has been issued regarding a change in the CORE domain code, impacting auctions for the CORE region. The new domain code and its application date have been specified, along with details on affected auctions and files. Additionally, information on a test phase for long-term and sha
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Understanding Domain Names for Authoritative DNS Servers
Researchers need to accurately define the types of authoritative DNS servers they sample when measuring server properties. This study focuses on collecting domain names used for web servers to assess typical domain name characteristics, highlighting the importance of accurate data for research purpo
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Understanding the Domain Name System (DNS) Structure
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed data collection utilizing a delegation hierarchy to reflect the hierarchical structure of domain names. This system resolves DNS names by discovering information through iterative searches, starting from the root zone. The process involves querying serve
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Securing Domain Control with BGP Attacks and Digital Certificates
Exploring the vulnerabilities of domain control verification in the context of BGP attacks and the role of digital certificates in ensuring security. The process of domain control verification, issuance of digital certificates by Certificate Authorities (CAs), and the significance of Public Key Infr
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Exploring the Classic Blocks World Domain
Discover the classic blocks world domain, starting with the BW domain file and solving problems using planning domains. Learn about predicates, constants, and actions to manipulate objects effectively within the domain.
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Open-Domain Question Answering Dataset WikiQA Overview
This content discusses the WikiQA dataset, a challenge dataset for open-domain question answering. It covers topics such as question answering with knowledge base, answer sentence selection, QA sentence dataset, issues with QA sentence dataset, and WikiQA dataset details. Various aspects of open-dom
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Understanding the Role of CCNSO Study Group on Emoji in the Internet Community
The CCNSO Study Group on Emoji was established to address the use of emojis as second-level domains within the ccTLD community. This study group aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the associated issues and current practices, potentially advising on further actions. The group was initiated i
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Ensuring Secure Internet Connections: Understanding Domain Verification
This content delves into the importance of verifying domain authenticity to safeguard against potential online scams and phishing attempts. It explores how organizations like the Commonwealth Bank of Australia use domain name certification processes, encryption techniques, and trusted third parties
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Evolution of Domain Name System (DNS) Since 1983
Domain Name System (DNS) has played a crucial role in converting domain names to IP addresses since its inception in 1983. This system has revolutionized the way we navigate the internet, translating human-readable names into machine-readable IP addresses. The distributed and hierarchical nature of
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Proposed Policy Change for .ie Domain Registration
The proposed policy change for .ie domain registration aims to remove the requirement of proving a claim to the name. Instead, applicants with a genuine connection to Ireland can register any name they desire. This change is driven by a renewed focus on national resource development and aligns with
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Understanding Domain Name System (DNS) Fundamentals
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a crucial component of the Internet, facilitating the conversion of human-readable domain names into IP addresses. This session covers the basics of DNS, the need for names in computing, challenges of the old HOSTS.TXT system, the distributed nature of DNS, its hierar
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Extending Our Virtual Reach: Longitudinal Study of Query Type & Accuracy in Live Chat & IM Reference
This study, conducted from 2004 to 2010, explores different types of virtual reference questions such as Subject Search, Ready Reference, and Procedural inquiries. It discusses the evolution of virtual reference services and the accuracy of responses in live chat and instant messaging. The research
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