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The R statistical programming software is used by millions for everything from genetic research to mapping mountain lion populations. The Book of R (No Starch Press, $49.95, 832 pages) is a complete beginner’s guide to this essential tool for data analysis, combining programming techniques and real statistics discussion.

The Book of R (http://tinyurl.com/hj2367t) uses in-depth discussions, real data examples, and exercises covering essential statistics concepts to encourage readers to learn by doing.

There’s a new, easy way to get a stronger core and it has nothing to do with hitting the gym or developing abdominal strength. Instead, it’s a cornerstone for stronger data protection and faster transfers, clocking in at less than four microseconds, without breaking a sweat. 

ATTO Technology’s XstreamCORE Storage Controller adds common, open features to any flash-based storage system. The controllers are unique plug-and-play devices that enable storage architects to build highly scalable, shared storage solutions that take advantage of commodity flash and capacity storage.