Summaries of books about Networking & Cloud Computing:
Smart Cities For Dummies
Jonathan Reichental
The book provides an accessible introduction to the concept of smart cities, exploring the role of technology and data in urban planning and management to enhance sustainability, economic development, and quality of life. It covers the foundational elements of smart cities, including infrastructure, governance, and citizen engagement, offering practical insights and case studies for policymakers, urban planners, and interested citizens.
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Fiber
The Coming Tech Revolution—and Why America Might Miss It
Susan Crawford
The book examines the critical importance of high-speed fiber optic networks for future technological advancements and economic growth, highlighting the disparity between the United States and other countries in fiber infrastructure investment. It discusses the potential consequences of this digital divide and the need for policy changes to ensure widespread access to this essential technology.
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Inventing the Internet
Janet Abbate
The book traces the development of the internet from its origins as a military and academic project in the late 1960s to its explosion as a global communication tool in the 1990s, highlighting the contributions of various computer scientists and engineers. It explores the collaborative nature of this invention, the influence of government funding, and the interplay between technological innovation and social practices that shaped the internet's growth.
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Better Together
How to Leverage School Networks For Smarter Personalized and Project Based Learning
Tom Vander Ark|Lydia Dobyns
The book explores the benefits and strategies of implementing networked school models to enhance personalized and project-based learning. It provides insights into how educators can collaborate across schools to share resources, innovative practices, and professional development to improve student outcomes.
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