Why is digital inclusion an important consideration for local government? From a presentation to the Association of Local Government Information Managers, ALGIM, November 2008.
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Think of it as a survey of 15 project and examples of innovation from npos, topics will include:
Document assembly
Apps
SMS – Texts
Online courses
Expert systems
Kiosks
Volunteer management
Video conferencing hardware/software
Dashboards & maps.
By Idealware
Presenters:
Laura Quinn, Idealware
Kathleen Caldwell, Pine Tree Legal Assistance
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Background:
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Performing such a role requires, however, a deep understanding of the multidimensional facets of Internet-related issues, often spanning across policy, technical, social and economic underpinnings. Fostering cross-disciplinary knowledge and cross-sector cooperation through capacity building is therefore paramount to ensure that the next generation of Internet leaders is empowered with the necessary tools to address future challenges, whether at the national, regional or international levels.
In the past few years, a wealth of capacity building and fellowship programs have emerged to address these new requirements, engaging individuals from all regions in capacity development and exposing them to key Internet Governance fora, including the Internet Governance Forum.
Objective:
The objective of the Collaboration Leadership Exchange on Capacity Building is to bring together the staff and participants in the different sponsored programmes to the IGF to network, build relationships, exchange ideas, discuss key local / regional issues on Capacity Building and IG, and explore applicable solutions.
It is envisioned that this one-day session will contribute to building and fostering capacity building communities, and create a multiplier effect on the Capacity Building track throughout the IGF week, and beyond. All IGF participants interested in this topic will be welcome to attend.
The Collaborative Leadership Exchange will take the format of an unconference, with equal parts of peer-to-peer style learning and engagement, networking and relationship building, interactive discussions and promotion of increased collaboration between capacity building programmes in the Internet ecosystem (DiploFoundation, Freedom House, ISOC, IFLA, dotASIA, SSIG, APC, etc.).
Once the event has started, activities are determined and led by the persons in attendance. Instead of passive listening, all attendees are encouraged to become active participants, with the moderator providing structure for attendees.
Preliminary activities are designed to stimulate debate.
Attendees pick themes for the fishbowl sessions and within the group.
Meeting Design by Ruud Janssen wwwTNOC.ch for #Internet Governance Forum 2013 Bali - Indonesia
This document discusses information and communication technology (ICT) and contains several sections on related topics:
1. It begins with a brief definition of ICT and lists two authors.
2. Several sections then discuss challenges with communication technologies across contexts, identifying information and determining appropriate design principles when learning from different groups.
3. One section analyzes how politics can create asymmetrical integration of health e-infrastructure systems in India, providing an example of a flexible tool that was compatible in various situations over time.
4. Integration of library loan systems is also briefly mentioned.
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This document discusses including marginalized people, including those with disabilities, in development work. It defines disability as long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments that interact with barriers in society to limit full participation. Barriers include lack of physical access, communication access, accessible equipment and information, education, work, and transport. It cites international standards and legislation on disability rights and national laws like the UK's Disability Discrimination Act. It advocates using the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities to guide inclusive development policies that recognize disabilities as a cross-cutting issue and ensure disability is included in analyses of poverty.
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An introduction to web accessibility for New Zealand local government organisations: defining accessibility, why it's important for print-disabled audiences, and the policy context for web accessibility in New Zealand.
Downscale for sustainability Downscale 2016 Anna BonVictor de Boer
The document proposes an alternative approach called "DownScaling the Web" to connect the unconnected through more sustainable and localized solutions. It argues that the current approach of using the internet backbone concentrated in large urban areas of developed countries is not accessible or affordable for many. DownScaling involves creating inexpensive, sustainable solutions and technologies adapted to local contexts, constraints, languages, and needs. It advocates for an iterative development process that involves context and needs assessments, working with local organizations, and building on existing workflows and expertise. The goal is to facilitate information sharing and communication for currently unconnected communities in a way that is community-based, contextualized, and sustainable.
Globalization refers to the integration of goods, services, and culture among nations accelerated by advances in technology. While globalization allows businesses to access new markets and expertise worldwide, firms face challenges from infrastructure differences, regulations and customs. The "digital divide" describes unequal access to technology, which Nielsen categorizes into an initial economic divide, later a usability divide, and ultimately an "empowerment divide" where few leverage technology's full capabilities.
What does it mean to innovate through technology? How are other organizations doing it? Through a tour of case studies and examples, we’ll inspire you with potential ways to apply new technologies to your own programs.
Think of it as a survey of 15 project and examples of innovation from npos, topics will include:
Document assembly
Apps
SMS – Texts
Online courses
Expert systems
Kiosks
Volunteer management
Video conferencing hardware/software
Dashboards & maps.
By Idealware
Presenters:
Laura Quinn, Idealware
Kathleen Caldwell, Pine Tree Legal Assistance
Pre igf13 Collaborative Leadership Exchange Bali Workshop-Meeting Design+Mode...Ruud Janssen, DES, CMM
Background:
Capacity Building has become one of the essential requirements in order to foster meaningful participation in Internet Governance processes. The multistakeholder model for Internet development means that all relevant stakeholders - including governments, the private sector, civil society, and the academic and technical communities - have respective roles to play in shaping key Internet governance issues, such as access, privacy, security and many others.
Performing such a role requires, however, a deep understanding of the multidimensional facets of Internet-related issues, often spanning across policy, technical, social and economic underpinnings. Fostering cross-disciplinary knowledge and cross-sector cooperation through capacity building is therefore paramount to ensure that the next generation of Internet leaders is empowered with the necessary tools to address future challenges, whether at the national, regional or international levels.
In the past few years, a wealth of capacity building and fellowship programs have emerged to address these new requirements, engaging individuals from all regions in capacity development and exposing them to key Internet Governance fora, including the Internet Governance Forum.
Objective:
The objective of the Collaboration Leadership Exchange on Capacity Building is to bring together the staff and participants in the different sponsored programmes to the IGF to network, build relationships, exchange ideas, discuss key local / regional issues on Capacity Building and IG, and explore applicable solutions.
It is envisioned that this one-day session will contribute to building and fostering capacity building communities, and create a multiplier effect on the Capacity Building track throughout the IGF week, and beyond. All IGF participants interested in this topic will be welcome to attend.
The Collaborative Leadership Exchange will take the format of an unconference, with equal parts of peer-to-peer style learning and engagement, networking and relationship building, interactive discussions and promotion of increased collaboration between capacity building programmes in the Internet ecosystem (DiploFoundation, Freedom House, ISOC, IFLA, dotASIA, SSIG, APC, etc.).
Once the event has started, activities are determined and led by the persons in attendance. Instead of passive listening, all attendees are encouraged to become active participants, with the moderator providing structure for attendees.
Preliminary activities are designed to stimulate debate.
Attendees pick themes for the fishbowl sessions and within the group.
Meeting Design by Ruud Janssen wwwTNOC.ch for #Internet Governance Forum 2013 Bali - Indonesia
This document discusses information and communication technology (ICT) and contains several sections on related topics:
1. It begins with a brief definition of ICT and lists two authors.
2. Several sections then discuss challenges with communication technologies across contexts, identifying information and determining appropriate design principles when learning from different groups.
3. One section analyzes how politics can create asymmetrical integration of health e-infrastructure systems in India, providing an example of a flexible tool that was compatible in various situations over time.
4. Integration of library loan systems is also briefly mentioned.
The Leprosy Mission Scotland - Mainstreaming Disability in international deve...NIDOS
This document discusses including marginalized people, including those with disabilities, in development work. It defines disability as long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments that interact with barriers in society to limit full participation. Barriers include lack of physical access, communication access, accessible equipment and information, education, work, and transport. It cites international standards and legislation on disability rights and national laws like the UK's Disability Discrimination Act. It advocates using the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities to guide inclusive development policies that recognize disabilities as a cross-cutting issue and ensure disability is included in analyses of poverty.
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This document discusses how broadband can enable civic engagement and participation. Broadband provides always-on internet access through a variety of technologies and is increasingly mobile through phones and tablets. While broadband access is growing, barriers like cost, literacy, and security still exist. Broadband can be viewed both as providing access to information and active participation in online communities. Local governments are using broadband for e-government services and digital literacy training to engage residents.
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The document discusses information and communication technology (ICT) and how it relates to development, poverty reduction, and postcolonialism. It argues that technical solutions alone are insufficient to meaningfully address poverty and suffering, and that development discourse risks depoliticizing these issues. The document also suggests rejecting, rephrasing, or reinterpreting certain terms like "development", "cultural differences", and "cultural conceptions of knowledge". It describes an article that prepares researchers for complex global communication technologies by learning from a variety of information creators to construct appropriate design principles.
Indonesia, Internet Governance Forum and MultistakeholderShita Laksmi
This is a presentation about Indonesia and its history in Internet Governance Forum and multistakeholder practices from 2013 - 2015.
This presentation was presented at the University of Indonesia, during the Indo ICC 2015, International Open Data Research Symposium.
The document provides information about the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2013 which was held from 13-17 May 2013 in Geneva. The key details are:
- It was a unique global platform that brought together stakeholders from governments, private sector, civil society to discuss and facilitate implementation of goals from the WSIS.
- Over 1500 participants from over the world participated in over 140 sessions over 5 days.
- The agenda was based on an open consultation process and included high-level sessions, workshops, and discussions on topics like ICT4D, infrastructure, skills, security and measuring progress on WSIS goals.
- The outcomes from the discussions and sessions were published in an outcome
An inquiry about using technologies to help people living with intellectual d...Ann Davidson
In the current deinstutionalisation context, there is an urgent demand for people living with intellectual disabilities to develop independent living skills and find remunerated work. Research in this field has proven video-based intervention to be an efficient means of helping people with intellectual disabilities develop autonomous life skills. Recently, researchers have started to explore the potential of various mobile devices to help this population develop life skills. Our research aimed to use such technologies with a group of ten adults who were in a process of residential integration with the “capabilities” framework. We used an action research protocol, which provided participants with an opportunity to plan, act and reflect on their capabilities. Our preliminary results show that sharing positive experiences, acting as role models for others and receiving positive feedback was a contributing factor in helping people with ID engage in the daily struggle of becoming integrated to society.
This document provides an agenda and background information for a public services ICT conference in Wales. The objectives of the conference are to engage participants, build understanding of moving to a common digital platform for Welsh public services, and foster relationships. It discusses drivers like government policy, the economy, technology changes, and public expectations. It also outlines Wales' complex public sector landscape. The agenda includes sessions on working together, a common digital platform, perspectives from international technology companies, and examples of collaboration from a Welsh company. The goal is for participants to face challenges around ICT together.
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How library and information professionals improve digital inclusion.
This statement from the Chartered Institute of Library & Information Professionals explains:
What digital inclusion is
How it benefits people, communities and society
How libraries and staff can support and improve digital inclusion
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2014-5-26, Kuwait
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This document discusses universal usability, which aims to make technology accessible and usable by all users regardless of their abilities or circumstances. It defines universal usability as enabling all citizens to succeed using technology for their tasks. Designers strive for designs that accommodate diversity, and universal usability goes beyond accessibility to ensure usability. It addresses issues like accessibility, technology variety, individual differences, and gaps in user knowledge. The challenges of universal usability include supporting a broad range of hardware, software and networks, accommodating individual user differences, and bridging gaps in users' technology knowledge.
Dive headfirst into a world where being different is celebrated. Everybody is welcome here because we want everyone to feel the liberation that comes from living in a Barrier Free Environment. There are boundless opportunities and connections waiting for you at every turn when equality and accessibility are in place.
Technology and participation - Harnessing the emerging power of broadband for...Paul Treadwell
This document discusses how broadband can enable civic engagement and participation. Broadband provides always-on internet access through a variety of technologies and is increasingly mobile through phones and tablets. While broadband access is growing, barriers like cost, literacy, and security still exist. Broadband can be viewed both as providing access to information and active participation in online communities. Local governments are using broadband for e-government services and digital literacy training to engage residents.
The document discusses using information and communication technology (ICT) to involve more people in tobacco control efforts. It provides examples of how different digital governance models like e-advocacy/mobilization and lobbying models have been applied to impact decision-making processes. Existing tobacco control websites and organizations in Taiwan are also listed. It raises questions about how to better utilize ICT like e-papers and websites to engage more people and fill existing gaps.
B. Roger Harris E Inclusion For Indigenous Peoplesrogerharris
This document discusses e-inclusion and media for indigenous peoples. It notes that indigenous peoples represent about 5% of the world's population but over 15% of the world's poor. They are largely invisible in international development processes. The digital divide remains a serious impediment to e-inclusion for indigenous peoples in Asia, where e-inclusion is not an objective of most governments. Examples show that information and communication technologies can deliver benefits to indigenous peoples when used properly. The document calls for further integrating ICTs and media into development programs and raising awareness among indigenous peoples' organizations of the potential of these tools.
The document discusses information and communication technology (ICT) and how it relates to development, poverty reduction, and postcolonialism. It argues that technical solutions alone are insufficient to meaningfully address poverty and suffering, and that development discourse risks depoliticizing these issues. The document also suggests rejecting, rephrasing, or reinterpreting certain terms like "development", "cultural differences", and "cultural conceptions of knowledge". It describes an article that prepares researchers for complex global communication technologies by learning from a variety of information creators to construct appropriate design principles.
Indonesia, Internet Governance Forum and MultistakeholderShita Laksmi
This is a presentation about Indonesia and its history in Internet Governance Forum and multistakeholder practices from 2013 - 2015.
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The document provides information about the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2013 which was held from 13-17 May 2013 in Geneva. The key details are:
- It was a unique global platform that brought together stakeholders from governments, private sector, civil society to discuss and facilitate implementation of goals from the WSIS.
- Over 1500 participants from over the world participated in over 140 sessions over 5 days.
- The agenda was based on an open consultation process and included high-level sessions, workshops, and discussions on topics like ICT4D, infrastructure, skills, security and measuring progress on WSIS goals.
- The outcomes from the discussions and sessions were published in an outcome
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The document discusses a Digital Inclusion initiative in Wales called Communities 2.0 that aims to get more people online. Some key facts are that 750,000 people in Wales are currently not online, with older people and those in social housing, unemployed, disabled or on low wages being among those less likely to be online. The initiative is providing circuit rider ICT support to community groups to help with databases, websites, email and training. It is also offering workshops, drop-in sessions and training in libraries to provide basic digital skills. Plans for the future include finding more community groups to work with, developing two cyber cafes, offering more training, and helping groups improve online communications and access opportunities through technology.
Monimos is a new social media service developed in Finland to promote participation and active citizenship among immigrants. It aims to enhance immigrant influence in societal decision-making through two-way communication between immigrants, locals, media, and the public sector. The Monimos development team includes representatives from immigrant associations and is developing the service using participatory design methods like workshops and online collaboration. The goal of the Monimos service is to create a positive meeting place that connects multicultural associations and individuals, encourages knowledge sharing and collective action, and combines online and offline networking opportunities.
How library and information professionals improve digital inclusion.
This statement from the Chartered Institute of Library & Information Professionals explains:
What digital inclusion is
How it benefits people, communities and society
How libraries and staff can support and improve digital inclusion
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This document discusses digital inclusion initiatives in Cambridgeshire over the past decade. It finds that while internet adoption is high, 4 million UK households remain offline, citing lack of need, skills or equipment. The key principles of access, skills and motivation are examined. Case studies highlight programs that provided access points, developed skills through volunteer digital champions and community projects, and fostered motivation by addressing community needs. Going forward, consolidating these interconnected elements is needed to achieve an inclusive digital future for Cambridgeshire.
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Incorporating Cultural Awareness into Tech TrainingAnn Treacy
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This document discusses universal usability, which aims to make technology accessible and usable by all users regardless of their abilities or circumstances. It defines universal usability as enabling all citizens to succeed using technology for their tasks. Designers strive for designs that accommodate diversity, and universal usability goes beyond accessibility to ensure usability. It addresses issues like accessibility, technology variety, individual differences, and gaps in user knowledge. The challenges of universal usability include supporting a broad range of hardware, software and networks, accommodating individual user differences, and bridging gaps in users' technology knowledge.
Dive headfirst into a world where being different is celebrated. Everybody is welcome here because we want everyone to feel the liberation that comes from living in a Barrier Free Environment. There are boundless opportunities and connections waiting for you at every turn when equality and accessibility are in place.
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Barrier Free Environment | Accessibility For DisabledTheUnitedIndian
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Disability, Emerging Tech & Inclusive Design at the CrossroadsUniversity of Sydney
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Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift
Overview
Dive into the world of anomaly detection on edge devices with our comprehensive hands-on tutorial. This SlideShare presentation will guide you through the entire process, from data collection and model training to edge deployment and real-time monitoring. Perfect for those looking to implement robust anomaly detection systems on resource-constrained IoT/edge devices.
Key Topics Covered
1. Introduction to Anomaly Detection
- Understand the fundamentals of anomaly detection and its importance in identifying unusual behavior or failures in systems.
2. Understanding Edge (IoT)
- Learn about edge computing and IoT, and how they enable real-time data processing and decision-making at the source.
3. What is ArgoCD?
- Discover ArgoCD, a declarative, GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes, and its role in deploying applications on edge devices.
4. Deployment Using ArgoCD for Edge Devices
- Step-by-step guide on deploying anomaly detection models on edge devices using ArgoCD.
5. Introduction to Apache Kafka and S3
- Explore Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and Amazon S3 for scalable storage solutions.
6. Viewing Kafka Messages in the Data Lake
- Learn how to view and analyze Kafka messages stored in a data lake for better insights.
7. What is Prometheus?
- Get to know Prometheus, an open-source monitoring and alerting toolkit, and its application in monitoring edge devices.
8. Monitoring Application Metrics with Prometheus
- Detailed instructions on setting up Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your anomaly detection system.
9. What is Camel K?
- Introduction to Camel K, a lightweight integration framework built on Apache Camel, designed for Kubernetes.
10. Configuring Camel K Integrations for Data Pipelines
- Learn how to configure Camel K for seamless data pipeline integrations in your anomaly detection workflow.
11. What is a Jupyter Notebook?
- Overview of Jupyter Notebooks, an open-source web application for creating and sharing documents with live code, equations, visualizations, and narrative text.
12. Jupyter Notebooks with Code Examples
- Hands-on examples and code snippets in Jupyter Notebooks to help you implement and test anomaly detection models.
HCL Notes und Domino Lizenzkostenreduzierung in der Welt von DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-und-domino-lizenzkostenreduzierung-in-der-welt-von-dlau/
DLAU und die Lizenzen nach dem CCB- und CCX-Modell sind für viele in der HCL-Community seit letztem Jahr ein heißes Thema. Als Notes- oder Domino-Kunde haben Sie vielleicht mit unerwartet hohen Benutzerzahlen und Lizenzgebühren zu kämpfen. Sie fragen sich vielleicht, wie diese neue Art der Lizenzierung funktioniert und welchen Nutzen sie Ihnen bringt. Vor allem wollen Sie sicherlich Ihr Budget einhalten und Kosten sparen, wo immer möglich. Das verstehen wir und wir möchten Ihnen dabei helfen!
Wir erklären Ihnen, wie Sie häufige Konfigurationsprobleme lösen können, die dazu führen können, dass mehr Benutzer gezählt werden als nötig, und wie Sie überflüssige oder ungenutzte Konten identifizieren und entfernen können, um Geld zu sparen. Es gibt auch einige Ansätze, die zu unnötigen Ausgaben führen können, z. B. wenn ein Personendokument anstelle eines Mail-Ins für geteilte Mailboxen verwendet wird. Wir zeigen Ihnen solche Fälle und deren Lösungen. Und natürlich erklären wir Ihnen das neue Lizenzmodell.
Nehmen Sie an diesem Webinar teil, bei dem HCL-Ambassador Marc Thomas und Gastredner Franz Walder Ihnen diese neue Welt näherbringen. Es vermittelt Ihnen die Tools und das Know-how, um den Überblick zu bewahren. Sie werden in der Lage sein, Ihre Kosten durch eine optimierte Domino-Konfiguration zu reduzieren und auch in Zukunft gering zu halten.
Diese Themen werden behandelt
- Reduzierung der Lizenzkosten durch Auffinden und Beheben von Fehlkonfigurationen und überflüssigen Konten
- Wie funktionieren CCB- und CCX-Lizenzen wirklich?
- Verstehen des DLAU-Tools und wie man es am besten nutzt
- Tipps für häufige Problembereiche, wie z. B. Team-Postfächer, Funktions-/Testbenutzer usw.
- Praxisbeispiele und Best Practices zum sofortigen Umsetzen
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Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
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We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
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HCL Notes and Domino License Cost Reduction in the World of DLAUpanagenda
Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-and-domino-license-cost-reduction-in-the-world-of-dlau/
The introduction of DLAU and the CCB & CCX licensing model caused quite a stir in the HCL community. As a Notes and Domino customer, you may have faced challenges with unexpected user counts and license costs. You probably have questions on how this new licensing approach works and how to benefit from it. Most importantly, you likely have budget constraints and want to save money where possible. Don’t worry, we can help with all of this!
We’ll show you how to fix common misconfigurations that cause higher-than-expected user counts, and how to identify accounts which you can deactivate to save money. There are also frequent patterns that can cause unnecessary cost, like using a person document instead of a mail-in for shared mailboxes. We’ll provide examples and solutions for those as well. And naturally we’ll explain the new licensing model.
Join HCL Ambassador Marc Thomas in this webinar with a special guest appearance from Franz Walder. It will give you the tools and know-how to stay on top of what is going on with Domino licensing. You will be able lower your cost through an optimized configuration and keep it low going forward.
These topics will be covered
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- How do CCB and CCX licenses really work?
- Understanding the DLAU tool and how to best utilize it
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Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
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- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
For the full video of this presentation, please visit: https://www.edge-ai-vision.com/2024/06/building-and-scaling-ai-applications-with-the-nx-ai-manager-a-presentation-from-network-optix/
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