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What happens when intelligent machines aren’t just in our pockets but are also driving our cars, making our decisions, folding our laundry, and educating our kids? You’ve heard the hype: AI will make us healthier, give every child a personalized tutor, run our businesses more efficiently...

James Gleick, the author of the best sellers Chaos and Genius, now brings us a work just as astonishing and masterly: a revelatory chronicle and meditation that shows how information has become the modern era’s defining quality—the blood, the fuel, the vital principle of our world. The story...

TechGnosis is a cult classic of media studies that straddles the line between academic discourse and popular culture; it appeals to both those secular and spiritual, to fans of cyberpunk and hacker literature and culture as much as new-thought adherents and spiritual seekers How does our...

A Practical Guide for Beginners, Professionals & Business Leaders Unlock the Power of Technology in Your Career and Business In today’s fast-paced digital world, understanding technology isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you're a complete beginner, a working professional, or a business leader, Mastering Information Technology is your all-in-one guide to building confidence and competence in tech. From the basics of computing and networking to cutting-edge AI and digital transformation strategies, this book offers practical, real-world knowledge you can apply immediately—no ...

Now featuring a new preface by Peter Thiel Two renowned investment advisors and authors of the bestseller The Great Reckoning bring to light both currents of disaster and the potential for prosperity and renewal in the face of radical changes in human history as we move into the next century...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world. “Strikingly original . . . A historian whose arguments operate on the scale of millennia has managed to capture the zeitgeist perfectly...

💻 Looking for a Computer Networking beginner's guide? Look no further! You are in the right place! If you are new to Computer Networking and you don't yet know how a Router or an IP address work, this is definitely the book for you! Routers, Switches, IP addresses, MAC addresses, and others will be terms you will know everything about just by reading this introductory guide. You won't have to be a master at networking to understand what's explained in this book. You will be able to configure a network and make devices connect to the Internet after reading what's in the 5 chapters of this...

UPDATED FOR 2026 WITH NEW CONTENT AND WINDOWS 11 FEATURES. A Foundation in Computers & Software That's Easy to Understand. Take the mystery out of using a computer with Computers Made Easy: From Dummy to Geek — the ultimate beginner’s guide to understanding modern computing. Whether you’re new to technology or just want to sharpen your skills, this book gives you the confidence to use your computer efficiently and safely. Discover how to navigate Windows 10 and Windows 11, manage files, browse the web securely, and handle everyday tasks like email, cloud storage, and document creation...

This book offers an overview of computer science from a perspective that is accessible to those without an extensive technical background. While the field of computer science encompasses a vast array of complex topics and applications, this work endeavors to present these concepts in a clear and approachable manner. Through the exploration of various aspects of computer science, readers will gain a foundational understanding of this rapidly-evolving field, even in the absence of prior experience or technical expertise. This literary work is not intended to serve as a technical reference or ...

The workplace is changing fast. AI won't replace you — but someone using AI might. ChatGPT for Work Beginners shows you how to use ChatGPT as a daily productivity assistant to write better emails, analyze information faster, eliminate repetitive tasks, and become more valuable at your job — even if you're not technical.

"Information Technology & Programming for Everyone" is a comprehensive guide that demystifies the intricacies of the digital realm, equipping readers with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the dynamic landscape of information technology and programming. In this thoughtfully crafted book, readers will embark on a journey that seamlessly blends theory with practical application. Happy Reading!

En Nexus, Harari contempla a la humanidad desde la amplia perspectiva de la historia para analizar cómo las redes de información han hecho y deshecho nuestro mundo. Durante los últimos 100.000 años, los sapiens hemos acumulado un enorme poder. Pero, a pesar de todos los descubrimientos, inventos y conquistas, ahora nos enfrentamos a una crisis existencial: el mundo está al borde del colapso ecológico, abunda la desinformación y nos precipitamos hacia la era de la I.A. Con todo el camino andando, ¿por qué somos una especie autodestructiva?

Our CLEP study guides are different! The Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Test Study Guide teaches you what you need to know to pass the CLEP test. This study guide is more than just sample test questions. Our easy-to-understand study guide will teach you the information. We've condensed what you need to know into a manageable book - one that will leave you completely prepared to tackle the test. This study guide includes sample test questions that will test your knowledge and teach you new material. What are you waiting for?

Tracy Kidder's "riveting" (Washington Post) story of one company's efforts to bring a new microcomputer to market won both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award and has become essential reading for understanding the history of the American tech industry. Computers have changed since...

En Nexus, Harari contempla a la humanidad desde la amplia perspectiva de la historia para analizar cómo las redes de información han hecho y deshecho nuestro mundo. Durante los últimos 100.000 años, los sapiens hemos acumulado un enorme poder. Pero, a pesar de todos los descubrimientos, inventos y conquistas, ahora nos enfrentamos a una crisis existencial: el mundo está al borde del colapso ecológico, abunda la desinformación y nos precipitamos hacia la era de la I.A. Con todo el camino andando, ¿por qué somos una especie autodestructiva?

Do you need a thorough but straightforward breakdown of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework v1.0? This TWO-BOOK BUNDLE gives a working explanation of the NIST CSF and a method of practical application. Equip yourself with a dual weapon against cyber threats – a theoretical understanding and actionable strategies. Whether you're a cybersecurity novice or a seasoned expert, this 2-in-1 bundle is a must-have resource.

The information security industry is undergoing a major change, forced by the rise of end-to-end encryption, encryption that cannot be intercepted, transport protocol stack evolution, "zero trust networks", and distributed computing. While we understand the logical connections between these trends, there is little analysis of all of these trends in combination. Examination of all five trends uncovers opportunities that not only improve the state of information security and the general posture, but also lead to resource reductions necessary for information security to be sustainable.

From the bestselling author of Blood, Sweat, and Pixels comes the next definitive, behind-the-scenes account of the video game industry: how some of the past decade's most renowned studios fell apart—and the stories, both triumphant and tragic, of what happened next. Jason Schreier's...

In today's digital age, data is the new currency. Businesses are collecting more information than ever before, and individuals are increasingly concerned about how their personal details are used and protected. This is where the IAPP CIPP/US (Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States) certification steps in, acting as your passport to a thriving career in the ever-evolving field of data privacy.

For a physicist, all the world is information. The universe and its workings are the ebb and flow of information. We are all transient patterns of information, passing on the recipe for our basic forms to future generations using a four-letter digital code called DNA. In this engaging and mind-stretching account, Vlatko Vedral considers some of the deepest questions about the universe and considers the implications of interpreting it in terms of information.