Summaries of books about Computers & Technology:
How the Internet Happened
From Netscape to the iPhone
Brian McCullough
The book chronicles the rise of the internet from the launch of the first widely-used web browser to the advent of the iPhone, detailing the key developments and the entrepreneurs who shaped the web. It explores the impact of pivotal companies like Netscape, Google, and Apple on the digital revolution and how they transformed communication, business, and culture.
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Mismatch
How Inclusion Shapes Design
Kat Holmes
The book explores the concept of inclusive design, emphasizing how designing for those with disabilities or limitations leads to innovations that benefit a broader audience. It provides insights and case studies on how embracing diversity in the design process can lead to more effective, equitable, and universal solutions.
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Showstopper!
The Breakneck Race to Create Windows NT and the Next Generation at Microsoft
G. Pascal Zachary
The book chronicles the intense development process of Windows NT, Microsoft's critical operating system project led by Dave Cutler and his team. It delves into the technical challenges, personal dramas, and high-stakes decisions that shaped the creation of a platform designed to secure Microsoft's future in the enterprise market.
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The Fourth Age
Smart Robots, Conscious Computers, and the Future of Humanity
Byron Reese
The book explores the implications of artificial intelligence and robotics on the future of human society, examining how these technologies might redefine work, war, and the human experience. It delves into philosophical questions about consciousness and the potential for machines to become sentient, while considering the transformative effects on economy, ethics, and the very definition of being human.
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Architects of Intelligence
The truth about AI from the people building it
Martin Ford
The book features a series of interviews with prominent figures in the field of artificial intelligence, discussing their perspectives on the future of AI, its ethical implications, and its potential impact on society. It provides insights into the development of AI technologies and the minds shaping the direction of this transformative field.
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What Technology Wants
Kevin Kelly
The book explores the evolution of technology as an autonomous force with its own desires, likening it to a living organism that shapes human culture and destiny. It delves into the implications of this technological evolution for society, suggesting that embracing and guiding this force can lead to unprecedented opportunities for progress.
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Atlas of AI
Power, Politics, and the Planetary Costs of Artificial Intelligence
Kate Crawford
The book critically examines the impact of artificial intelligence on society, revealing the hidden costs of AI systems, from environmental degradation to the amplification of social inequalities. It explores the power structures behind AI technologies, questioning who benefits from them and at what cost to workers, data subjects, and the environment.
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The NFT Handbook
How to Create, Sell and Buy Non-Fungible Tokens
Matt Fortnow|QuHarrison Terry
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding, creating, and trading non-fungible tokens (NFTs), covering the technical aspects, marketplace dynamics, and creative opportunities within the NFT ecosystem. It provides practical advice for artists, collectors, and entrepreneurs on how to navigate the world of digital assets, from minting and marketing to investing and legal considerations.
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Where Will Man Take Us?
The bold story of the man technology is creating
Atul Jalan
The book explores the impact of technological advancements on the future of humanity, delving into topics like artificial intelligence, genomics, and the internet to examine how these innovations are reshaping our identities, societies, and existential realities. It offers insights into how technology is driving human evolution and the potential directions this symbiotic relationship may take us.
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Whiplash
How to Survive Our Faster Future
Joi Ito|Jeff Howe
The book explores the rapid pace of technological and cultural change in the modern world, offering insights and strategies for individuals and organizations to adapt and thrive. It emphasizes the importance of flexibility, embracing risk, and the need for a new mindset to navigate the complexities of the 21st century.
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